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CDDO is growing Government Digital & Data graduate talent
Hear from two Graduate Talent Managers on how they are growing digital and data talent cross-government, through internships and graduate programmes.
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A Business Administrator's journey: Eleanor's story
When thinking about roles in the Prison Service, a Business Administrator is probably not the first that comes to mind. Meet Eleanor, a Business Admin who started the role when she was 18 years old. Currently at HMP/YOI Isis, she …
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How we migrated our PostgreSQL database with 11 seconds downtime
GOV.UK Notify recently migrated our production database. Find out how we did it with the least possible disruption to our users.
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Civil Service Sports Council Active Wellbeing
Civil Service Sports Council Active Wellbeing represents the organisation’s biggest push to get the Civil Service moving. Over 10,000 colleagues took part in 2023’s challenge, and 2024 is set to be its biggest and most inclusive yet. CSSC’s CEO Matt …
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Why we request your business’s trade information
In this blog we explain why we need trade information to value certain types of property.
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Holocaust Memorial Day 2024 – Why it matters to civil servants
Michael Livingston reflects on how the UK Government saved his grandfather from persecution, and why marking Holocaust Memorial Day is more important than ever, especially for those serving the public. On 31 January 1939, Friedrich (Fred) Weiss landed at Harwich …
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Calling all graduates: Grad scheme opportunity at the CMA
Applications for our Delivery Graduate Scheme are open for September 2024! If you’ve recently graduated or will be graduating soon and are looking to start up your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Scheme As a …
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UK NSC updates info on how commercial screening tests differ from NHS programmes
We have published updated information on paid-for commercial screening tests and how they differ from quality-assured end-to-end NHS screening programmes
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Real world expertise shapes the very best care
Experts by Experience are people with lived experience of using, or caring for someone who has used, health and or social care services. Discover how their insights help provide truly person-centred care.
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UK space pioneers recognised in 2024 New Year Honours
This year’s New Year Honours saw 4 leader from the UK space sector recognised for their work's contributions. The UK Space Agency celebrates and congratulates these space pioneers.
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Insolvency ‘scams’ – what to look out for
Insolvency and debt problems can be worrying experiences for people and unfortunately there are a few unscrupulous individuals who seek to exploit that for their own personal gain. Here we provide information about some of the ways we have seen …
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Public Accounts Committee report into flood resilience and flood defences
Today’s blog outlines the government and Environment Agency response to a report by the PAC on flood resilience.
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Talking shop: international engagement and the TRA
An essential part of building our capability and achieving our mission to become an internationally respected trade remedies authority is developing fruitful relationships with our global counterparts. This work on international relations is focused on two specific goals. Improving ways …
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Working together to shut down waste criminals
At Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary, our dedicated Rural and Wildlife Crime Team, Country Watch, have been working closely with partner agencies and other local policing teams to tackle the scourge of waste crime.
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What it is like to become a Business Analyst in DBT
Two Business Analysts share their first year as Civil Servants working in the Department for Business and Trade
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Watch: future-proofing our farming business with SFI
Mother and son team, Tracey and Will, run a dairy and beef farm in Langley Mill, Derbyshire. In this film, they talk through the SFI actions they’ve included in their agreement, including herbal leys in rotational pasture, hedgerows, soils, legume mix with grasses and pest management. They describe how SFI helps them to balance the books, take care of the environment and build the resilience of their farm business.
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Harnessing the power of local statistics with ONS
A guest blog from ONS. We all know that working out what's actually happening on the ground can be difficult. Linking national data to where people live and work is often a challenge for many civil servants, especially when you’re …
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100 STEMM women and non-binary people in Antarctica
In November 2023, I joined an expedition to Antarctica alongside a group of women and non-binary people from 28 countries around the world. What brought us together? We are all women or non-binary people with backgrounds in STEMM (science, technology, …
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Join us at our Digital Recruitment Days in the North East
Are you a product, delivery or user-centred design professional looking for an exciting and meaningful career opportunity? Come and meet us at our DLUHC Digital's Recruitment Days in Darlington on 6 and 7 February 2024.
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Co-creating the most complete overview of international design in government work
The International Design in Government ran the first ever 24-hour conference showcasing global public sector service transformation. Find out what the community is up to next!
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How DIO discovered a mysterious painting of the Falklands War
I’m the DIO Facilities Manager for HMS Raleigh, a training establishment for new recruits to the Royal Navy. A while ago, I found something a rather unusual painting hidden away in one of the rooms and now I’m on a …
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Response to coverage of the planning system
Articles today in The Times and Financial Times have claimed the Government has neglected housing and that the planning system is adversely affecting the delivery of new homes. This fails to recognise the Government’s record of delivery and reforms to …
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Bolder leadership for surface water flooding
Article written by Julie Foley, our Director of Flood Risk Strategy and Natural Adaptation, Environment Agency Surface water flooding happens when there is heavy rainfall and there is so much rainwater that it overwhelms drainage systems. Instead, rainwater collects over the …
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Plotting a safe course for autonomous vessels
Marine data provider XOCEAN recently deployed five of its Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) off the Isles of Scilly to collect bathymetric data on behalf of the UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO). The USVs scanned the seabed to help identify features from …
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Your Grants 'Introducing you to...'
RPA offers a wide range of grants and rural payments to farmers, businesses and local authorities. In this series of blogs, we look at the grants available in more detail, using case studies to showcase those who have taken advantage of these …
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Academy hopes for more award winning care
Arron Bolland is the Learning Development and Quality Manager at dementia care provider Vida Healthcare’s training centre, Vida Academy. He explains its role in finding new and innovative ways to support the care workforce with career progression and provide the highest quality of care to residents.
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Our message to Rochdale Boroughwide Housing
Several national and regional outlets reported this weekend about residents living in homes managed by Rochdale Boroughwide Housing (RBH) who are still suffering from dangerous damp and mould. Coverage across BBC News, Manchester Evening News, Daily Mirror, Daily Express focus …
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How does COVID-19 variant JN1 compare to other variants?
With the emergence at the end of last year of COVID-19 variant JN.1, there are questions about how it compares to the many other variants that have been identified. JN.1 descends from variant BA.2.86 and has an additional mutation in …
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Safeguarding Global Coral Trade: The Power of a New Visual Guide for Border Inspections
It’s a dark, damp evening in February 2023 when staff from UK Border Force’s CITES team are called to Heathrow’s Animal Reception Centre to inspect a shipment of hard coral. A mismatch between the CITES permit and its packing list …
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New year, new you: why we’re focusing on Continuous Improvement
Chief Digital Officer for Defra Group Chris Thorn shares his thoughts on the value of Continuous Improvement and why it’s important to him.
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Coverage of Environment Agency enforcement of farming regulations in the River Wye
Today (14 January) there is coverage in the Observer of claims by campaign group River Action about the Environment Agency’s regulation of poultry farms in the River Wye Catchment. River Action is quoted claiming that the Environment Agency has …
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Personal perspectives on the Care Workforce Pathway
Individuals drawing on care services were just as vital contributors to the Care Workforce Pathway as care staff, providers and other sector partners. Jennifer Pearl is a member of Think Local Act Personal’s (TLAP) National Co-Production Advisory Group (NCAG) and has a spinal cord injury. She feels fortunate to have a good home care provider and explains how identifying the right values and behaviours are crucial.
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Response to Taylor Wimpey claims on local housing targets
An article in the Telegraph today reports on claims made by Taylor Wimpey that the Housing Secretary has watered down local housing targets for councils which is holding back housebuilding. This is not true. The Housing Secretary’s written ministerial statement …
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Cythnia's work in approved premises over Christmas and the New Year
As we're hiring for approved premises workers, we caught up with Cynthia who has been busy working in an approved premises in the Southwest region over the Christmas and New Year period. She reflects on the unique challenges and rewards …
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Help shape assessments to ensure harbour porpoise and marine birds are protected
Can you believe it’s a brand-new year already? Only last month we launched our latest call for evidence on the impacts of fishing on five English offshore marine protected areas (MPAs). These are the ones designated to protect certain highly …
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How we’re making it easier to access government forms online
What we learned from user research with the public on completing PDF and online forms.
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Dragons' Den IP Blog - Series 21 Episode 2
It’s Episode 2 of Dragons’ Den, and this week’s entrepreneurs sent us on an adventure exploring the beauty of the natural world. From luxury glamping to inflatables that let you take your rucksack for a river swim and organic products that balance your skin. Read on to find out more!
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Harnessing the power of events and APIs
Dan is Senior Technical Lead in our Integration Team. He leads on application development and adoption in several agile teams. Some of the most transformational new technologies for the team are events and APIs. APIs and events: tools for innovation …
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The Digital Markets Unit is hiring – find out how you can impact the way digital markets work
In the last 18 months the Digital Markets Unit (DMU) has been recruiting steadily as we ramp up to get ready for the Digital Markets Competition and Consumers Bill to become law. Over that time, we have grown from about …
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Why the GSE Skills Assessment Tool is a must-have for your development
What is the GSE Skills Assessment Tool? The GSE Skills Assessment Tool is a professional development web-based tool which allows you to track the skills required for your GSE career, and access tailored learning opportunities. GSE Skills Assessment Tool in …