Overview: AI Growth Zones (AIGZ) – Strategic Opportunities for Local Authorities
- Diane Stickland
- May 26
- 2 min read
Accelerating AI Infrastructure Across the UK
The UK Government has launched the AI Growth Zones (AIGZ) initiative to supercharge investment in AI infrastructure. This flagship programme will identify suitable sites for AI-enabled data centres, advanced computing infrastructure, and AI-based innovation clusters—with a strong emphasis on regions outside of London and the South East.
By offering targeted support on planning, power connectivity, and development readiness, AIGZs will catalyse regional growth and position the UK as a global leader in AI.
AIGZ Programme Highlights
The programme invites local and combined authorities to bring forward proposals for designated zones that can house large-scale compute capacity and support AI development. The goal is to unlock:
Large-scale investment in compute and data centre infrastructure.
High-quality jobs in the digital and data economy.
AI-enabled innovation ecosystems including academic and industry collaboration.
Faster planning pathways and streamlined access to grid capacity.
This opportunity aligns closely with DSIT’s wider ambition to build a sovereign AI capability and rebalance economic growth across the UK.
Why This Matters to You
For Local Authorities – A chance to secure national investment in your region and lead on the next wave of AI innovation and infrastructure development.
For Economic Development Teams – An opportunity to repurpose derelict or underutilised land into high-value digital infrastructure, supporting inward investment and local job creation.
For Utility and Infrastructure Partners – A moment to play a pivotal role in connecting power, fibre, and planning into a national AI ecosystem.
How Intelligens Consulting Can Help
Intelligens Consulting brings deep expertise in digital infrastructure, economic development, and public-sector funding. We can support you to:
✅ Design AIGZ Proposals – We’ll co-develop high-quality applications aligned with DSIT criteria, focused on deliverability, site readiness, and AI ecosystem impact.
✅ Strategic Site Assessment – We help identify and appraise suitable locations with access to power, fibre, land, and talent.
✅ Stakeholder Engagement – We coordinate local, regional, and national partners across utilities, planning, skills, and innovation.
✅ Unlock AI-Enabled Investment – We work with private sector, research, and data centre operators to build credible delivery partnerships and scalable models.
📩 Contact Intelligens Consulting to explore how we can support you in securing funding and delivering impactful AI and digital projects.
Email: info@intelligensconsulting.com | Website: www.intelligensconsulting.com
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