Our partners
AI strategy for Scotland
Scotland has real potential in AI. Our strategy builds on the country’s commitment to safe, ethical, and trustworthy AI, ensuring we keep pace with global technologies and markets while delivering its benefits for everyone across all sectors of the economy.
The strategy outlines 10 key actions that form the foundation of The Scottish Government’s ‘AI Opportunities Delivery Plan’ for responsible AI growth.
Key Facts
Scotland’s tech sector is expected to grow 1.5 times faster than the overall economy through 2029.
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)In 2024, Scotland’s Digital Technologies sector was worth £6.87B, 4.7% of the economy.
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)UK AI start-ups raised 1.03B in Q1 2025, the largest first-quarter total in three years.
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)Between 2014 and 2024, the AI sector’s GVA grew 7.1% per year, far outpacing Scotland’s overall 0.5% growth.
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)AI Scotland partnership
AI Scotland is delivered by The Scottish Government
In partnership with
The Data Lab
The Data Lab helps businesses use data and AI to create solutions, spark innovation, and drive social and economic impact.
Scottish Enterprise (SE)
Scottish Enterprise supports businesses to innovate, grow, and reach new markets, helping Scottish companies compete globally.
Highlands & Islands Enterprise (HIE)
HIE provides advice, investment, and support to help businesses and communities in the north and west of Scotland thrive.
South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE)
SOSE helps businesses and communities in the south of Scotland grow, innovate, and unlock economic opportunities.
The AI Stack
The AI Stack shows our approach to managing and delivering AI across all areas of policy and business. It highlights how different layers – innovation, skills, data, regulation, and more, work together to deliver social and economic benefits. Every layer depends on the others, and data and regulation are central to everything we do.