Government Office for Science

We're celebrating British Science Week🔬✨ #BSW26 celebrates the curiosity that drives discovery – asking questions, exploring ideas & finding out how the world works. This year's theme is: 'Curiosity: what’s your question?’ Check it out & get involved! britishscienceweek.org

Happy @UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Celebrating the curiosity, talent and leadership of women across science, engineering and technology. #WomenInScience #GirlsInScience #11February #CelebratingScienceAdvice #WomenInSTEM

What could childhood look like in 10-20 years? That’s what we’re exploring & we need your views! We’re producing insights to help shape positive visions for the future of childhood. See what we’ve already discovered & get involved 👇 #FutureOfChildhood #Foresight #ScienceAdvice

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Our latest real-world example shows how evidence‑led collaboration helped @energygovuk turn a complex waste challenge into practical solutions for fairer, cleaner policies. Read all about it below. 👇 #CelebratingScienceAdvice

Congratulations to the outstanding scientists, engineers and innovators recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours! Their work drives progress, informs policy and strengthens the UK’s position as a global leader in science and technology.🧬 #NewYearsHonours #Honours #Science

📣 Expert in social and behavioural science? Keen to share your expertise with the Prime Minister & Cabinet? Apply now to become a member of the Council for Science and Technology (CST)! 📣 Deadline for applications: 12pm, 19/01/2026. Details below 👇

#DidYouKnow that @uksciencechief's advice helped launch the world's 1st financial regulatory sandbox? A report by the GCSA led to @TheFCA setting up the sandbox, boosting the UK's position as a global FinTech hub. Link to the report in comments. #CelebratingScienceAdvice

Want to know how science advice shapes the decisions that impact us all? We have just the read for you 🫵 Scientific insights help tackle complex challenges, from public health & economic growth to climate resilience. Find out more below & join us in #CelebratingScienceAdvice!

"Delighted to attend the launch of the Women in Tech Taskforce. It's an important step towards opening up more opportunities for women to thrive in tech and innovation, driving inclusive growth in the sector" – AM.

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Science in action: @transportgovuk recently published new Transport Hazard Summaries turning evidence into practical guidance. Covering a wide range of risks, these summaries support operators to assess, plan and keep the UK moving. Read the summaries linked below!👇

Did you know that science and technology can help police respond 656 times faster? @kent_police used Rapid Video Response (RVR) to reduce the wait times of calls from domestic abuse victims. Find out more below. #CelebratingScienceAdvice

Ever wondered what impact science advice has on real-life situations? Hear direct from the scientists to learn how scientific insights help government make choices that improve lives across the UK. See more and share your #ScienceAdvice stories below! #CelebratingScienceAdvice