Semiconductor Advisory Panel Formed
The Government’s Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) have formed the Semiconductor Advisory Panel to work on delivering the National Semiconductor Strategy. The panel will enable the Government to work closely with experts from the semiconductor industry to grow the domestic semiconductor sector, mitigate the risk of supply chain disruptions, and protect national security.
The panel’s first bi-monthly meeting was held on Thursday 3rd August at Imperial College London. It is being co-chaired by the Technology Minister Paul Scully and respected UK semiconductor industry veteran Dr Jalal Bagherli (Chief Executive of Dialog Semiconductor). It consists of experts from across the semiconductor sector, with representatives from business and technology, alongside experts in venture capital, skills and research, including Americo Lemos (CEO of IQE), Richard Grisenthwaite (Executive VP & Chief Architect, Arm), Prof. John Goodenough (Chair in Microelectronic Systems, University of Sheffield) and others.
The panel will work together to provide advice and feedback to the Government on how it can support companies involved in the delivery of semiconductor products and ensure critical British industries have safe and steady access to the chips they need to drive innovation and grow the economy. Future meetings will focus on how to nurture skills, improving access to finance, and developing stronger international collaboration.
Technology Minister Paul Scully said:
“Properly engaging and listening to the experts at the heart of researching, designing and producing semiconductors is essential if we’re serious about growing our domestic sector, protecting our national security, and unleashing rapid innovation across the British economy. The Semiconductor Advisory Panel serves as the perfect way for industry and Government to work together closely on this critical industry so that we can deliver on our Semiconductor Strategy.”
To read more, please click on the following link: Semiconductor Advisory Panel Press Release
