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Liz Kendall

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#75
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Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology
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99,476 followers

Data last refreshed: July 17, 2026

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In services, S&T sectors were by far the most important, driven by the likes of computer programming, which is vital to AI https://t.co/Er6G9gSjeI

Science, Technology & Digital Tech Sector Artificial Intelligence Innovation Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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Science and tech (inc pharma) were the biggest contributors to both services and manufacturing growth in the three months to May https://t.co/cXy9qPeLp5

Economic Policy & Budget GDP & Growth Tech Sector Pharmaceuticals Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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These figures are encouraging signs for our economy, but there is more to do We need to keep backing our world-class scientists, founders and entrepreneurs There is no route to stronger growth wi...

Science, Technology & Digital R&D Funding Tech Sector Innovation GDP & Growth Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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In manufacturing, pharma was by far the biggest contributor to growth This shows the early impact of our pharma deal with the US, which is driving investment into the UK https://t.co/Jj8dXqJRXp

Policy Announcements & Government Action Pharmaceuticals US Relations GDP & Growth Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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Positive growth figures this morning, continuing an encouraging start to the year I’ve always said there’s no path to stronger growth without science and tech - and this is what the latest figures...

Science, Technology & Digital GDP & Growth Innovation Tech Sector Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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I've heard from parents, teachers and young people concerned about the impact social media can have on sleep, studying and family life. That's why we're introducing protections for 16 and 17-year-o...

Science, Technology & Digital Online Safety Social Media Regulation Jul 15, 2026 View on X
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These measures will be crucial in helping young people get the sleep they need, focus on school and college and spend more time with friends & family. We want young people to enjoy the benefits...

Science, Technology & Digital Online Safety Online Harms Social Media Regulation Jul 15, 2026 View on X
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The evidence is clear. When children spend less time on social media, they sleep better, concentrate more, and enjoy stronger family relationships.

Science, Technology & Digital Online Safety Social Media Regulation Mental Health Jul 14, 2026 View on X
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When we launched Barnsley Tech Town we made a promise that the opportunities created by tech would be felt by local people. That’s why we’re ensuring people in the town get the skills they need to ...

Education & Skills Skills & Training Artificial Intelligence Tech Sector Jul 14, 2026 View on X
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To mark the launch of @UKSovereignAI’s new substack, my thoughts on why the next 24 months are critical, both for AI and Britain’s place in the world, and how we build true sovereignty. Subscribe...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Tech Sector Innovation Jul 10, 2026 View on X
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At @Bicycle_tx, I saw how brilliant scientists are developing treatments that will transform lives. That's what our Life Sciences Sector Plan is all about - backing UK talent and businesses drivin...

Policy Announcements & Government Action Pharmaceuticals R&D Funding Innovation Jul 09, 2026 View on X
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Britain is better placed to seize the opportunities of AI than almost any other country, with firms such as @IsomorphicLabs @wayve_ai @IneffableLabs and @CosineAI leading the way

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Tech Sector Innovation Jul 08, 2026 View on X
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AI must be the core strategic priority for the UK and the next 24 months are critical for securing this country’s place as a keystone in the global tech architecture. I spoke to @siftedeu on how we...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Tech Sector Innovation Digital Inclusion Jul 08, 2026 View on X
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We must seize the opportunities offered by AI. The next 24 months could be critical for deciding this nation’s prosperity and security. I joined @Siftedeu to discuss how we can make the UK a global...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Tech Sector Innovation Jul 07, 2026 View on X
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There’s no route to stronger growth without AI, science and tech. Great to speak to @Siftedeu about how innovation can drive growth and create jobs in every part of the country https://t.co/axiJu1rgaZ

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Innovation GDP & Growth Regional Investment Jul 07, 2026 View on X
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The UK's future prosperity depends on making the most of all our talent. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Women in Tech Taskforce’s Call for Evidence. Together, we are addressing the ...

Science, Technology & Digital Tech Sector Gender & Women's Rights Equality & Diversity Jul 06, 2026 View on X
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Great to meet Hameed, Viv and Jake from Black AI Futures.  Talked about how we have to have diversity within our AI workforce and policy-making, so we can shape it to make it work for everyone.   ...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence Equality & Diversity Misinformation Jul 06, 2026 View on X
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Removing the barriers for women in tech could add £4bn to the economy - as well as giving us tech that works for everyone. That's why we're cracking on with our Women in Research Charter and our Wo...

Policy Announcements & Government Action Tech Sector Gender & Women's Rights Equality & Diversity Innovation Jul 06, 2026 View on X
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I met with Minister Karsten Wildberger to discuss how our @AISecurityInst will work with the newly created German AI Institute.     We’re affirming our shared commitment to AI security and safety -...

Science, Technology & Digital Artificial Intelligence AI Regulation Jul 02, 2026 View on X
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For too long, women have had to choose between their careers and family life.    I’m calling on research institutions across the UK to step up and make research careers work for women. https://t.co...

Science, Technology & Digital Gender & Women's Rights Universities Jul 01, 2026 View on X
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Rank History

Jul 2026
#75
Jun 2026
+13 #75
May 2026
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Apr 2026
-6 #87
Mar 2026
-1 #81
Feb 2026
-20 #80
Jan 2026
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Dec 2025
-13 #68
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#55

Content Categories

Science, Technology & Digital 81
Policy Announcements & Government Action 30
Education & Skills 13
Economic Policy & Budget 6
Public Engagement & Campaigning 3

Topics & Themes

Artificial Intelligence Innovation Tech Sector Online Safety R&D Funding Online Harms Skills & Training Social Media Regulation Gender & Women's Rights Industrial Strategy GDP & Growth Regional Investment Equality & Diversity Digital Government Schools Pharmaceuticals AI Regulation Universities Digital Inclusion Benefits & Welfare

Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 31 of 124 in UK Politicians

Posts
496
Liz: 142 ↓
Likes
1,277,595
Liz: 10,609 ↓
Comments
112,433
Liz: 33,566 ↓
Avg Likes
1,221.9
Liz: 74.7 ↓
Avg Comments
184.6
Liz: 236.4 ↑
Score
1,502,461
Liz: 77,741 ↓
Posts/Week
14.6
Liz: 4.2 ↓
Avg Post Length
225 chars
Liz: 219 ↓
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