Monday 29th September - The UK in the Global Knowledge Economy
"Powerhouse or Pygmy?"
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The Conservative Technology Forum exists as a platform for those who wish to influence the use of technology in politics and to assist in the preparation of policy for a future Conservative Government; helping the Party discuss and debate technology-related issues in Parliament.

The Conservative Front Bench Teams in Westminster and Europe have a shared objective of stepping up their political initiatives on Information Society issues. Since 2002, a centre-right, policy "think tank" , 'Aediles', chaired by Malcolm Harbour MEP and directed by Simon Moores, had been meeting regularly, using expertise contributed by supporters with ICT interests. Today however, with the support of Charles Hendry, its President and Shadow Minister for Industry and Enterprise, together with Vice President, James Brokenshire, MP, The Conservative Technology Forum is now actively contributing to 'Front Bench' activities and thinking.

Information economy and information society issues now play an increasingly important part in plans for the economic success of the United Kingdom and the future of the European Community. The Conservative Party is committed to the support of practical initiatives that will encourage investment and innovation in new technologies to the benefit of our society.

Read the Conservative Technology Forum's report: 'An Information Society at the Service of its Citizens', here.