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Government and public sector bodies rely on our proven measurement expertise to implement their strategies and policies. We actively input and respond to Government plans, as well as carry out economic evaluation of our work and the input on UK industry. 

NPL policy positions

NPL uses its cutting-edge R&D and innovation expertise to contribute to Government policy, cross-sector. We provide technical solutions to policy needs and offer independent advice. Please read our recent policy submissions.

• Evidence on discontinuing seasonal changes of time (August 2019)
• Commercial and recreational drone use in the UK inquiry (May 2019)
• Future frameworks for international collaboration (May 2019)
• Law Commission’s consultation on Automated Vehicles: A Preliminary Consultation Paper (February 2019)
• UN Digital Cooperation (January 2019)
• National Geospatial Strategy Evidence (October 2018)
• Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation Consultation (September 2018)
• Clean Air Strategy Consultation 2018 (August 2018)
• The Business Productivity Review (July 2018)

NPL statements

NPL’s experts contribute to many of the Government’s reviews. We consider and acknowledge the findings and recommendations of the published reports. Please read our responding statements.

• Government Science Capability Review

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