Tom Sapsted

Director of External Engagement @ The Whitehall and Industry Group. Interested in all things policy. Spurs fan. All views are my own.

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

@PaulKissack @UCLPolicyLab Really insightful, great piece!

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

@DharshiniDavid @BBCNews Love this! Congrats Dharshini, you have been brilliant, great appointment!

[Dr Neil Bentley-Gockmann OBE @DrNeilB]

With a general election on the horizon we @wiguk are helping members think through how to navigate such an uncertain period, with experience from business people & former senior civil servants & advisors. Looking forward to hearing insights from today’s workshop!

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Outstanding research from @padmini_iyer @MTLtweet on #socialmobility for @coopuk Well evidenced, thought out interventions. Amazing to see the senior support and passion from @skhouryhaq Great work from @wiguk for shining a spotlight on this incredibly important area

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Exciting to see further details for the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology! @wiguk

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

Hello, we're new here 👋 

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology will focus on positioning the UK at the forefront of global scientific and technological advancement. 

Driving stronger growth, better jobs and bold discoveries.

https://t.co/3RkLHXvCVn

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

Hello, we're new here 👋 

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology will focus on positioning the UK at the forefront of global scientific and technological advancement. 

Driving stronger growth, better jobs and bold discoveries.

https://t.co/3RkLHXvCVn

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Unparalleled insight into priorities for @BTP from Chief constable @BTPChief Lucy D'Orsi @wiguk briefing including focus on mental health for both the organisation and the public they serve. Huge thanks to @railandroad for hosting a fascinating session #leadership

[The Whitehall & Industry Group @wiguk]

Don't miss out on our Workings of HM Treasury seminar series which kicks off on the 7th of June.

Book today: https://t.co/hpWsqLoOUn
(Members receive a discount)

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Front row seats @wiguk briefing to hear @felicityburch exec director @CDEIUK talking data ethics and how to support innovation across the the sectors. Huge potential for AI to support UK growth and r&d

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

This morning @wiguk briefing with DG, strategy & operations, @samjlister Facinating discussion post-queens speech, no doubt @DCMS is a key department for legislative agenda and cultural landscape. Huge thank you to @VodafoneUK for hosting today

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Fascinating session with Gareth Rhys Williams, Govt Chief Commercial Officer on priorities, challenges and scope for collaboration between public, private and nfp sectors. Perfect @wiguk subject matter

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Huge thank you to @Gemserv for hosting!

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Over 150 public, private and NFP leaders joining online and in-person to hear Lindy Cameron, ceo, NCSC speaking on ever evolving cyber threats at this mornings @wiguk briefing

[The Whitehall & Industry Group @wiguk]

Join us this June for the return of our Working of Treasury Series. This 3-part seminar series, delivered by those most familiar with the Treasury, give participants the opportunity to learn about the inner workings of HM Treasury.

Find out more: https://t.co/fHLaO98R0q

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

Wonderful @wiguk briefing with David Bickerton, DG for business services @beisgovuk speaking on how private and public sector can work together to tackle the biggest challenges from #netzero #innovation and #enterprise

[The Whitehall & Industry Group @wiguk]

Did you know, if you're a WIG member you can access past event recordings and resources on our website?
Log in and find out more: https://t.co/nHxwLRRCxC

[Stephanie Pearce @Stephanie_RP_]

Truly hybrid @wiguk event this morning! Suitably tech savvy for discussion on future #spacesector in the UK. Huge thanks to Sarah Tyrell @tradegovuk for dialling in & panellists Phil Mason @CornwallCouncil, Sarah Macken @Airbus & Giacomo Gatto from our fantastic hosts @McKinsey

[Stephanie Pearce @Stephanie_RP_]

Fantastic to hear from Katrina Williams @UKEUDeputy this morning in her role as DG international & borders @DefraGovUK - #foodsecurity #biosecurity & its geopolitical importance hugely topical this week. Thanks to @wiguk members joining us online & in person, & hosts @Deloitte

[The Whitehall & Industry Group @wiguk]

It was real a pleasure to hear this candid conversation about how to approach mental health in the ‘new normal’ workplace that the pandemic has shaped – with @dineshbhugra @KingsCollegeLon and @chanelle_gray1 @DHSCgovuk

[Tom Sapsted @sapsted]

@Diageo_News CEO Ivan Menezes speaking to @wiguk ceo, Simon Ancona, on importance of ED&I as central tenant to an orgs culture. Inspiring stuff! #wigedi2022