Google has announced a two-year, £5 billion (€5.78bn) investment in the United Kingdom, unveiled during the opening of its new data centre in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, on Tuesday. The announcement comes just before a state visit by US President Donald Trump, who is expected to discuss a technology-focused agreement with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
According to Google, the investment will generate around 8,250 jobs each year across UK businesses. The funding will be used to expand research and engineering facilities, with a particular focus on projects under Google DeepMind the company’s AI research subsidiary dedicated to advancements in science and healthcare.
The initiative also builds on the rising global demand for AI-driven services, including Google Cloud, Workspace, Search, and Maps. In a statement, the company emphasized its commitment to supporting innovation and strengthening the UK’s role in AI development.
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who inaugurated the new data centre, welcomed the investment as a significant boost for the economy. “Google’s £5bn investment is a powerful vote of confidence in the UK economy and the strength of our partnership with the US, creating jobs and economic growth for years to come,” she said.
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