The UK Prime Minister has unveiled the AI Opportunities Action Plan, an ambitious strategy authored by Matt Clifford, appointed to explore AI’s potential in the UK.
This comprehensive report outlines 50 key recommendations for adopting AI across multiple sectors—a plan that has the potential to position the UK as a global leader in AI innovation.
Before the report was, I used Perplexity.ai to predict the report’s content, and the insights were remarkably accurate.
Now, having delved into the full report, I’m struck by its thoroughness—a blueprint that other governments would do well to emulate.
Over the coming weeks, I’ll share my reflections on its implications, but one thing is clear: if this Government successfully leverages the AI growth flywheel, it could unlock significant benefits for the UK.
Shortly after publishing my initial post, I was invited to discuss the report on a live BBC radio programme with presenter Dino, following our earlier conversations on AI and finance.
You can listen to our six-minute chat above which captured a crucial perspective: how the report resonates with the general public.
The announcement became the number one news story on the BBC website, with lively discussions and public engagement all morning.
One takeaway from the experience? AI literacy remains a challenge—not only among the public but also in boardrooms and government offices.
Leaders (both Ministers and their advisors) need to grasp AI’s strategic potential and implement policies that foster recruitment, infrastructure investment, and innovation. Without this, the opportunities outlined in the report risk being missed.
We need more curious leaders.
At the end of the interview, Dino reflected that I’d made AI more accessible—even converting a self-confessed sceptic.
This underscores my mission as The Actionable Futurist: helping individuals and organisations bridge the gap between AI’s promise and its practical application.
How can I Help You and Your Business?
Here’s how we can work together to make AI meaningful and actionable for you:
Speaking Engagements – Bring me in to inspire your teams and clients with practical, actionable insights about AI opportunities.
Consulting – I can assess your organisation’s AI readiness and develop a strategy to thrive in the AI era.
Read My Book, Digitally Curious – A guide to making AI and digital technologies accessible and relevant. (I’ve already sent a copy to Dino)
Coming Soon – Digitally Curious will be available as a self-paced training course that will live with you on your mobile.
Are you curious enough to explore the possibilities AI can bring to your organisation and the UK as a whole?