The UK Government has announced a major new partnership with Google DeepMind that will aim to modernise public services, strengthen national security and give British scientists priority access to world-leading AI tools.

As part of the agreement, Google DeepMind will open its first fully automated research lab in the UK next year, using AI and robotics to accelerate breakthroughs in areas such as superconductors, clean energy and advanced materials.

The partnership also paves the way for smarter public services, including potential AI systems to reduce bureaucracy and support teachers in the classroom.