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Camden Libraries' unique partnership with The British Library
The British Library is internationally renowned as the UKs national library. Its iconic, imposing Grade 1 listed site at St Pancras is a London landmark welcoming over 1.5 million visitors a year. But as well as being a national institution, …
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Get involved in tests and trials
We're pleased to announce a fourth call for tests and trials to help us test and further develop our environmental land management schemes. In this post, I'll share what we plan to explore, how you can apply and details of an upcoming webinar.
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Switching between digital roles: from Business Analysis to Product
Coco, Senior Product Manager and formerly Business Analyst at the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) shares what it's like to switch between digital roles and what she has learnt on her journey.
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Health Screening module unlocks opportunities and deepens understanding
Popular master’s level course can open up exciting opportunities to further develop your career in the world of screening.
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Police use of Facial Recognition: Factsheet
This factsheet provides information on police use of facial recognition technology. Types of facial recognition The police use three types of facial recognition: Retrospective Facial Recognition (RFR) Live Facial Recognition (LFR) Operator Initiated Facial Recognition (OIFR) Retrospective Facial Recognition RFR …
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Government response to EFRA Committee report on species reintroduction published
Today we are looking at the government response to the EFRA Committee’s report on species reintroduction
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Leveraging generative AI in our work
The ways in which GAD can capitalise on the benefits of artificial intelligence technologies, are explored in this blog. We use generative AI tools to enhance the quality of our analysis in various ways, while carefully navigating potential pitfalls.
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From crafting mosaics to creating better futures
From crafting mosaics to creating better futures Being in the Civil Service for 15 years, Myra didn’t quite start her journey like most do. It was her love for mosaics which created her destiny in the Prison Service. Why did …
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Calling all GSE Deep Specialists – Opportunity to join the Learning and Development Forum
Are you in a role that requires a high level of science or engineering training in a specific area? Do you use this deep specialist knowledge and experience daily? If so, then we need your skills and experience as …
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MOT Halloween Horror Stories: Night of the Living Tread
When you think you’ve seen it all, we bring you some new spooky tales from MOT testers across the country. They'll have you wide eyed and white knuckled as you delve in to our latest edition of Halloween MOT Horror stories.
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Windrush Schemes Factsheet – September 2023
We are determined to put right the terrible injustices faced by some people from the Windrush generation and the wider Commonwealth, which happened under successive governments. The Windrush Scheme ensures members of the Windrush generation can get the documentation they need to …
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Changes to UK company law: a big moment for Companies House
The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill has become law. Find out what this means for you and your company so that you can take action at the right time.
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Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd is awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development
Manchester-based textiles company, Thomas Kneale & Co Ltd, (established in 1947) celebrates after achieving the inaugural King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development, 2023. This award is considered to be the highest commercial accolade possible for a UK business, having …
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Sharing the work of the Court of Protection
Mala Nair, acting Operations Manager at the Court of Protection, writes about how it helps people who cannot make decisions for themselves.
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Meet the Board: Director of Business and International Policy, Ben Llewellyn-Jones
Ben Llewellyn-Jones has recently joined the team as Director of Business and International Policy at the Intellectual Property Office (IPO). Hear what he has to say about his new role in the latest of our ‘Meet the IPO Board’ series.
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How flu and COVID vaccines will help you have a healthy pregnancy this winter
Flu and COVID-19 can be unpleasant for most people, but if you're pregnant, it's particularly important to get vaccinated to protect both you and your baby. We recommend that all pregnant women get flu and COVID-19 vaccines in the coming …
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The biodiversity gain plan: draft template and guidance
Calling all developers and local authorities: following testing with stakeholders, we are pleased to share the finalised biodiversity gain plan template, alongside guidance and information on the biodiversity gain plan. The biodiversity gain plan template and guidance documents Please click …
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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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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.