AI Pilots Launched in Barnsley in Blueprint for 'Tech Towns'

AI pilot begins in Barnsley tech town

AI pilot begins in Barnsley tech town Polly Jones 26 March, 2026 AI pilot begins in Barnsley tech town 26 March, 2026 A series of initiatives have begun in the UK's first tech town, Barnsley.Two pilots will demonstrate how AI can support both local workers and frontline services, building a blueprint that can be used by communities across the country.Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust will begin deploying AI tools to cut waiting lists, mi…

AI pilots launched in Barnsley in blueprint for 'Tech Towns'

New AI pilot programmes launched in Barnsley could serve as a blueprint for modern “Tech Towns” as the government aims to spread digital skills across the country. Last month the South Yorkshire town was named as the UK’s first Tech Town, a new designation from the government that signals targeted support to rollout new technologies and increase skills. As part of the tech towns project, the government has on Thursday announced new pilot schemes…

Barnsley tests AI in healthcare and everyday work

Barnsley is launching two pilot schemes to bring artificial intelligence into daily life, with a focus on healthcare services and local businesses. At Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, AI tools will be introduced to reduce waiting times, cut missed appointments and ease administrative pressure on staff.