About us - Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) existed until 2026. Its responsibilities were split across the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST), the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Cabinet Office.
Our responsibilities
- positioning the UK at the forefront of global scientific and technological advancement
- driving innovations that change lives and sustain economic growth
- delivering talent programmes, physical and digital infrastructure and regulation to support our economy, security and public services
- R&D funding
Our priorities
Our priorities are:
1. Accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development.
2. Use technology for good by ensuring that new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared.
3. Drive forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back.
Who we are
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) focuses on improving people’s lives by maximising the potential of science and technology.