The UK ’s failure to clarify its post - Brexit leadership position could lead to a talent drain from the thriving tech sector . In a 2017 poll , 40 % of UK games companies said they were contemplating relocating to the EU after Brexit due to ongoing Brexit - induced talent shortages in the uk . both countries are offering many gaming firms attractive deals to relocate . The government 's impending £ 1.2bn ( $ 1.5bn ) investment into the sector may not compensate for the ambiguity that threatens the industry .
The UK’s failure to clarify its post-Brexit immigration position could lead to a talent drain from the thriving tech sector. In a 2017 poll, 40% of UK games companies said they were contemplating relocating to the EU after Brexit due to ensuing Brexit-induced talent shortages in the sector. EU countries are offering many tech firms attractive deals to relocate. The government's impending £1.2bn ($1.5bn) investment into the sector may not compensate for the ambiguity that threatens the industry.