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Balancing security and usability to add “save for later” to MoJ Forms
We're working on MoJ Forms, an online application that helps MoJ colleagues create GOV.UK-style forms much more quickly and easily. It's great to see more and more services take advantage of MoJ Forms as we continue to add new features …
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Robotics automation: Is it like having a little R2-D2 processing work for us?
Linda Williams from the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) explains how harnessing the benefits of robotics automation is making a real difference for her and her colleagues.
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“No matter what walk of life you come from, you can make a difference.”
Joseph Kaley CertHE (Law), shares his experience of working on the internship scheme, from how he got there and the application process, to how he has progressed since.
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Farming podcast: How to access free business advice through the Farming Resilience Fund
The Farming Resilience Fund provides business support to farmers and land managers in the first few years of adapting to agricultural transition. If you currently receive direct payments you can receive this support and it is free of charge. In this podcast, Defra's Andrew Powley talks to the NFU's Richard Wordsworth about this offer. They are joined by beef and sheep farmer Richard Findlay.
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Investigating Dark Mode for Firebreak Week
A Firebreak project which explored Dark Mode adoption within GOV.UK websites and the potential benefits it would bring to improving accessibility.
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Entries open for the Civil Service Data Challenge
Sue Bateman, Chief Data Officer at CDDO shares everything you need to know about the third Civil Service Data Challenge which was launched last month. Find out more about last year's winners and how you can enter.
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Using feedback to develop and progress
How asking for feedback is helping me learn and develop as a content designer.
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Off Mute - Women in cyber podcast Episode 4
In this episode of Off Mute, Isabella speaks with Umaira, an exercise lead in the Government Security Red Team. Umaira talks about the importance of authenticity at work. How she developed her interest in cyber security and what is like being a young woman working in a largely male dominated field.
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We're growing our Digital Markets Unit in Manchester
The Digital Markets Unit (DMU) has been set up to promote competition and tackle unfair behaviour by the largest digital technology firms. Our actions will help give people confidence that they are getting fair deals, are able to use products …
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SFI 22 Closure payments
On 21 June we announced the closure of SFI 22. All SFI 22 agreements will close, and customers have been notified of their agreement end date. Any customer who wishes to leave their SFI 22 agreement early can contact RPA …
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Analysis in Government Awards 2023 closing soon
The Analysis Function has launched the fourth Analysis in Government Awards (AiG Awards), which recognise and celebrate the excellent analytical work being done across government. The AiG team are welcoming nominations which reflect the range of work completed by analysts …
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What the driving test waiting time actually means
How the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) works out the driving test waiting time, what it actually means, and other measures that DVSA looks at to monitor waiting times.
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Sex education: What is RSHE and can parents access curriculum materials?
We want to make sure that young people can make informed decisions about their health, wellbeing and relationships, in a sensitive way that is appropriate for their age. Parents need to have confidence in what their children are being taught …
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Mendip 'super' National Nature Reserve
Today we are looking at media coverage of Natural England’s announcement on the declaration of the Mendips ‘super’ National Nature Reserve.
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Marine Planners from the Marine Management Organisation visit the Isles of Scilly
We were recently invited to attend the Festival of Nature on the Isles of Scilly to discuss marine planning and marine plan use with event attendees. The event was led by the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust and was aimed …
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How to protect against measles – vaccines for school pupils
Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and for some people can cause serious problems. Cases of the virus are rising across England, including among children. There’s no specific medical treatment for measles, so it’s important to get vaccinated …
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Black History Month: reflections on allyship
October is an important month as it marks World Mental Health Day and Black History Month. These two themes were explored at a brilliant webinar on anti-racist perspectives and the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) role. Shantel Thomas and Neil Sanyal share reflections on allyship and what it means for all involved in improving lives of those who experience racism in our society.
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Exploring ways of investing in nature
Find out more about the Nature Returns Programme, exploring approaches to creating and restoring natural habitats to tackle the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.
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Land managers discuss opportunities created with biodiversity net gain
How are land managers embracing biodiversity net gain (BNG) while working towards their green strategies? In this guest blog, Digby Sowerby, Operations Officer at Environmental Farmers Group (EFG), Chris Avent, Green Estate Manager at Plymouth City Council, and Emma Holman-West, …
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Education Secretary's letter to parents: You have the right to see RSHE lesson material
Dear parents and carers, You may be aware of concerns about inappropriate materials being used in some cases to teach relationships, sex and health education (RSHE) in schools and parents who have had difficulty accessing these materials. This Government is …
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Black History Month: inspirational lives, inspiring great careers in care
Christabel Chinonso U worked as a social care nurse when she first came to the UK from Nigeria in 2022. Keen to boost her confidence and be a positive influence, she participated in a Florence Nightingale Foundation leadership programme for social care nurses from global majority backgrounds. To mark Black History Month, we are proud to share Christabel’s story.
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Making an impact: Working as a probation services officer
Every day, HM Prison and Probation staff deliver brilliant work that helps keep our communities safe. We asked probation services officer, Jim, to tell us about his extraordinary work with offenders to support them, help reduce reoffending and protect the …
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The 2024 round of Countryside Stewardship Facilitation Fund opens today
We know farmers across the country are making decisions on the future of their farms and businesses, with many factors and opportunities to consider in a challenging climate. We also know a sense of community and shared goals is important …
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What is a Primary Charting Authority?
Ian Davies, International Hydrographic Portfolio Manager for the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO), reflects on the organisation’s role as Primary Charting Authority (PCA) for Kiribati, and how recently collected data benefits the nation’s islands.
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Building A Skilled Civil Service
A key part of A Modern Civil Service is constantly improving our skills. There’s lots of support available to help colleagues do this already, with more opportunities launching soon across the Civil Service. Why skills matter Every day, the work …
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Enhancing Access to Green & Blue Spaces for People with Visual Impairment
Natural England's mission is 'Building partnerships for Nature recovery,' and we are passionate about building partnerships that make outdoor recreation activities available to everyone. Our commitment to the Equality Act 2010 underscores our dedication to inclusivity in all our endeavours. …
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Saluting Our Sisters – Black History Month October 2023
October is Black History Month, which has the theme of 'Celebrating our Sisters'. In this blog, we hear from two of our GSE members: Matimba and Josephine. Matimba Swana shares the impact she has made, and what she has recently …
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Developing the means to manage woodlands
Rosanna Curtis, Project Manager for the Northwoods Innovation Programme, talks about how they are supporting innovation to help woodland owners to actively manage their woodlands.
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Opening the door to easier property transactions
Michael Wadsworth and his team have built adoor to help buyers, sellers, conveyancers and estate agents track the progress of property transactions from mortgage to moving day. Michael explains how adoor uses HM Land Registry data and the difference the Geovation Accelerator Programme made to the firm's development.
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Leven Carrs Wetland: broadening our ambitions with Landscape Recovery
I’m Sarah, the project manager for the Leven Carrs Wetland project near Beverley in East Yorkshire. In this post, I’ll shine a light on our Landscape Recovery project. We want to transform the area into a landscape-scale, dynamic wetland which is home to an abundance of wildlife and sits alongside sustainable farming practices and food production.
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Power of Attorney stories: Shirin
[English] - [Cymraeg] A Lasting Power of Attorney (also known as an LPA) if a legal document that allows you to nominate someone you trust to step in and make decisions about your health and welfare and property and finance …
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Power of Attorney stories: Maureen and Petra
[English] - [Cymraeg] A lasting power of attorney (LPA) allows you to nominate someone you trust, known as an attorney, to step in if you lose the mental capacity to make certain decisions yourself. They are legal documents that cover …
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Supporting community partners to deliver green growth
NDA Director of Socio-Economics, Jamie Reed, explains why we invest in projects to help deliver positive change in our communities. As the NDA’s first Director of Socio-Economics, it’s a privilege to work as part of a team committed to working …
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How R&D and innovation can support levelling up
Dr Hayaatun Sillem CBE, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Academy of Engineering and a Member of the LUAC, explains how R&D and innovation is creating jobs and fuelling economic growth in regions that haven’t traditionally felt its benefits.
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Regulatory Policy Committee issues 2023 Corporate Report
Stephen Gibson, RPC Chair, highlights key points from the analysis of RPC opinions set out in our 2023 Corporate Report.
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Digital Leaders’ Download with Sir Ian Diamond, the UK's National Statistician
In the latest Digital Leaders’ Download CDDO's Chief Executive Megan Lee Devlin interviews the UK's National Statistician Sir Ian Diamond. He shares how data can provide ‘answers we could only have dreamed about 20 years ago’ and much more.
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Everyday Engineering Competition
National Engineering Day takes place on 1 November; an event which focuses on promoting the world-shaping work that engineers do and encourages more young people, from all backgrounds, to consider a career in engineering. It aims to remind everyone that …
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Success at the TechWomen100 Awards
Find out how we won Company of the Year at the TechWomen100 Awards and what this means for our organisation.
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Shining a light on our brilliant biologists
For this year’s Biology Week, we are shining a spotlight on the work of some of our brilliant biologists at APHA, who carry out work in a wide range of scientific areas.
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How we’re protecting schools and colleges from disruptive strike action
We’re working to introduce minimum service levels in schools and colleges to protect children, young people and parents from the damaging impact of future strike action. The follows the disruption during industrial action last academic year, which resulted in over …