Photonics
Commons · Question 78493 · Tabled 10 Oct 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 20 Oct 2025
Question
Asked by Ruth Jones
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether she has considered creating a dedicated photonics group within her Department.
Answer
Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 20 Oct 2025
Photonics is a major UK industry, generating £18.5 billion annually and employing over 84,800 people. It underpins quantum technologies, semiconductors, and telecoms, with government support through programmes like the National Quantum Technologies Progra...