London’s 101 Fastest Growing Government Startups

At Best Startup London we track over 100,000 London based startups and over 500,000 people who hold key positions in these companies. We use this directory of startups to highlight top employees, founders and organisations we think deserve more appreciation than they are currently getting.

We’ve ranked the top 101 Government companies in London. The companies, startups and institutions listed in this article are all exceptional companies, well worth a follow. We have included links to their websites, socials and CrunchBase (if you’re interested in their financials).

We selected the organisations listed in this article based on:

• Track record
• Executive leadership
• Market share
• Innovation
• ESG rating

Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.

Top Government Companies & Startups (London)

Ofcom

Ofcom is the UK’s communications regulator.

City of London

City of London Corporation is a government body that provides economic, social, and community development services.

Apolitical

Apolitical is a global learning platform for government

Bank of England

The Bank of England serves as the central bank of the United Kingdom.

Akuraase Labs

Akuraase Labs is a software company that connects community-level insights with entities to make informed CSR and ESG decisions.

European Union

European Union provides access to information published by all EU institutions, agencies and bodies.

Future Gov

Future Gov is a digital and design company that provides public services.

YouGov

YouGov provides online research and consulting services for companies, governments, and institutions internationally.

infini Group

Infini delivers infrastructure services to governments, businesses, and intermediaries via its cloud-based grid architecture.

The Bureau of Investigative Journalism

The Bureau of Investigative Journalism is an independent non-profit organization that pursues in-depth journalism into organizations.

HeraSpace

Heraspace is helping to do better management for the fishing industry.

British Council(BIRAX)

British Council is a government institution that promotes culture, art, education, technology, and science.

National Health Service

NHS is the UK’s biggest health website which employs people with a wide range of skills from software development to journalism.

Capability and Innovation Fund

Capability and Innovation Fund empowers eligible bodies to enhance the products and services which are available to SMEs.

Virgin StartUp

Virgin StartUp is on a mission to change the prospects of start-ups, for good.

trellyz

trellyz, a cloud-hosted platform, powers the public services supply chain across diverse networks at scale

ICLG (International Comparative Legal Guides)

ICLG series provides current and practical comparative legal information on a range of practice areas

National Cyber Security Centre

National Cyber Security Centre is the operational side of the Department in regard to network and information security.

GrantTree

GrantTree was started in 2010 with the explicit aim of helping innovative tech companies to access government funding.

UK Ministry of Justice

The UK Ministry of Justice is responsible for a transparent and responsive criminal justice system for victims and the public.

EPC plc

EPC plc specializes in the identification, notification and collection of unpaid traffic and public transport fees, charges and penalties.

Portland Communications

We design and deliver communications strategies for some of the world’s highest profile organisations, governments and individuals.

Zinc Network

Zinc Network is a full-service communications agency that helps governments, communities, businesses and NGOs.

London Borough of Hackney

Hackney London Borough Council is the local government authority for the London Borough of Hackney in Greater London, UK.

Italian Trade Agency

The ICE-Italian Trade Promotion Agency is the government organisation which promotes the internationalisation of the Italian companies.

Department for Education

Department of Education in England is liable for education, child services, higher ed, further education, apprenticeships, and skills.

Department for International Trade

DIT is responsible for promoting UK trade across the world and ensuring the UK takes advantage of the huge opportunities open to us.

HM Revenue & Customs

HM Revenue & Customs press office.

Social Finance

We partner with government, social sector and  the financial community to find better solutions  to society’s most difficult problems.

ElectraLink

ElectraLink is an information technology platform,They are responsible for operating the data hub that underpins the UK energy market.

Department for International Development

DFID leads the UK’s fight against global poverty, delivering UK aid around the world.

Defra

Defra is the UK government department responsible for policy and regulations on environmental, food and rural issues.

Konsolute Ltd

Microsoft Gold Partner headquartered in London offering professional services and products for the Microsoft Cloud

Hack Partners

Hack Partners is a fast growing rail innovation consultancy.

HM Treasury

HM Treasury is responsible for developing and executing the British government’s public finance policy and economic policy.

Profitroom Sp. Z O.o.

Profitroom Sp. Z O.o is a created a network of partner connections with many IT providers and industry in Greater London.

haysmacintyre

haysmacintyre is chartered accountants and tax advisors firm that provides advice to entrepreneurs, charity and non profitable company.

Mawsonia

Mawsonia is a publishing and events company. Titles: Global Corporate Venturing, Global University Venturing, Global Government Venturing.

Mobile Systems International

MSI has a rich history in Telecommunications & Security spanning both Defence & Commercial systems and networks.

Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

The Salvation Army is an integral part of the Christian Church, although distinctive in government and practice.

Government Digital Service

The Government Digital Service is a team within Cabinet Office tasked with transforming government digital services.

bindi ventures

Innovation Advisory Firm Focussed on Driving Commercial Success by Bridging the Gap between Corporates, Startups, Investors and Government.

IPFA

IPFA is a global, not-for-profit association for organisations involved in infrastructure and energy.

Greater London Authority

Greater London Authority is a government administration that provides citywide leadership and create policies to improve for all.

Big Brother Watch

Big Brother Watch campaigns on behalf of the individual, to educate and encourage more control over personal data.

Daintta

Daintta is a boutique technical and business consultancy that specialises in quickly untangling complex problems into implementable outcomes

Centre for Economics and Business Research

Centre for Economics and Business Research is a company that gives independent economic forecasts for public and private firms.

Lex Communications

Lexington Communications is the UK’s leading independent public affairs and communications agency.

Orbis Business Intelligence

Orbis is a leading corporate intelligence consultancy

The Royal Free

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust runs three hospitals in London, England.

International Maritime Organization

IMO is the global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping.

Registers of Scotland

Registers of Scotland is the non-ministerial government department responsible for compiling and maintenance of public registers.

Charicare

We help non-profits and charities grow in marketing, fundraising, operations, technology and partnerships.

Salvation Army Housing Association

SAHA is a charitable national registered social landlord specialising in providing supported accommodation.

UK Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy

UK Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy is a govt body tackling climate change, unleashing innovation.

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

UK Government agency for trade and investment.

BGTA

BGTA has an open innovation network gathering world class investors, technology companies, academic organisations and government agencies.

Tech City UK

Tech City UK supports digital entrepreneurship by lowering barriers to success across the UK

GPW Ltd

GPW is a corporate investigations firm serving leading companies, law firms, investors and government organisations globally.

Voxeu

VoxEU.org is a policy portal set up by the Centre for Economic Policy Research.

Spetsnaz Security International Limited

Spetsnaz Security International Ltd. is a UK company.

C|T Group

Research. Strategies. Results.

One Young World

One Young World was founded in 2009 by David Jones and Kate Robertson. They are a London-based charity that gathers together young people

Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council

CWEIC is a membership organisation with a secretariat supported by an advisory Board comprising Government and business leaders.

Represent

Building the tools for a better democracy.

TheCityUK

TheCityUK champions UK-based financial and related professional services.

Edtech UK

A new strategic body set up to help accelerate the growth of the UK’s education technology sector in Britain and globally.

Ingeus

Ingeus is a company that helps disabled and sick people find jobs and get back to work.

The Duke of York

The Duke of York is a full-time working member of the royal family and is sixth in line to the throne.

Equus Group

Financial communications, public relations, investor relations, public affairs.

CCFE

CCFE is harnessing the power of the Sun to develop the ultimate energy source, fusion energy

Safe Solution

Safe Solution provides electronic financial services to individuals, clients, merchants, businesses, and government agencies.

Business Disability Forum

Business Disability Forum is a not-for-profit member organisation.

Guy’s and St Thomas’

Guy’s and St Thomas’ is a health care provider that offers excellent treatment for cancer, renal, orthopaedic and cardiovascular services.

Public Health England

Protect and improve the nation’s health and to address inequalities through working with national and local government.

FSW IT Solutions

FSW is a software development company that provides solutions to support modern society.

Methods Digital

Methods is the leading digital transformation partner for the UK public sector.

Equality and Human Rights Commission

The Equality and Human Rights Commission is a non-departmental public body in England and Wales,

5654 & Company

5654 & Company is a reputation management firm that was created to assist businesses in obtaining a positive reputation.

Recruiter

Recruiter is offers information, news, and features for the recruitment industry in the United Kingdom.

World Green Building Council

The World Green Building Council is a non-profit organization and a coalition of national Green Building Councils.

Liberty Comms Ltd

Liberty Comms Ltd is a provider of public relations and communications services.

Centre for Cities

The Centre for Cities, an independent research and policy institute, produces research in order to help cities improve their performance.

Atticus Communications

Atticus Communications is a consultancy firm specialized in strategic communications, reputation management, and government affairs.

WTax

WTax assists clients with optimizing withholding tax recovery processes.

The Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC)

Department of Energy & Climate Change works to make sure that the United Kingdom has secure, clean, and affordable energy supplies.

Crown Prosecution Service

The Crown Prosecution Service is responsible for criminal prosecutions in England & Wales.

Essex Court Chambers

A leading set of barristers’ chambers, specialising in commercial litigation, arbitration, public law and public international law.

UK Government Investments

UK Government Investments offers corporate governance, financial interventions, consulting, acquirement, and management of corporate assets.

British Fencing

British Fencing is the national governing body that specializes in the Olympic sport of fencing.

NPCC

NPCC is a national coordination body for law enforcement and strives to help the police cut crime and keep the public safe.

National Dental Plan

National Dental Plan provides corporate dental insurance solutions to professional services firms, banks, public and private sector.

UK Civil Service

UK Civil Service is a government organization that fixates on well being of society with employment training and public services.

Lewisham Council

Lewisham Council focuses on tax, housing, education, parking, Health and social care and cemeteries to improve the well-being of the people.

BioPartner

The independent, accredited trade organisation that promotes international partnering for trade.

India Business Group (IBG)

IBG is an advisory firm that specializes in assisting businesses in developing bilateral trade and investment opportunities.

The Foyle Foundation

The Foyle Foundation is an independent grantmaking trust that distributes grants to UK charities.

AKCGlobal

Management, strategy and change consultancy in the international development and non-governmental space.

Aviation Strategy

Aviation Strategy focus is on all aspects of commercial aviation.

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority provides fertility treatment and human embryo research solutions.

Snow Valley

Snow Valley Ltd. provides e-commerce technology and services to multi-channel retailers and government agencies