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Review targets more effective welfare services for veterans
A major review has been announced into the effectiveness and efficiency of welfare services for veterans. The review, announced by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs and the Ministry of Defence, will also identify any duplication or gaps in support. Support …
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Defra announces Highly Protected Marine Areas to be designated in English waters
There has been widespread national, regional and trade coverage of Defra’s announcement this week that marine habitats and wildlife are set to receive the highest levels of protection as the government announces the first three Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) …
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Dragons Den, Series 20 Episode 9
From motorcycle clothing to matcha drinks, there was a range of products to whet everyone's appetite in this week’s Dragons' Den episode.
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Coverage on vaccination of poultry to prevent avian influenza
Today we are responding to coverage in the i on vaccination of poultry to prevent avian influenza
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Set up a Direct Debit to tax your vehicle today
As part of this year's vehicle tax campaign, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions about renewing vehicle tax with Direct Debit.
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Economics in action: what being an Economic Analyst Intern at the TRA entails
Last summer, the TRA’s analyst team had the pleasure of being joined by three summer interns. We’ll be recruiting again for these positions soon so keep an eye on our website and on our social media. Here’s a little bit …
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How we are improving support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
We want all children and young people to have the same opportunity to meet their potential – including children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our ambitious new plan will create consistent, high standards of support …
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Launch of RPA web chat pilot for British Cattle Movement Service and Pet Travel helpline
Over the next six months we will be trialling a live web chat service, providing an additional contact route for users of the British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) English livestock service and Pet Travel helpline. The live web chat service …
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Advice from those in the Prison Service
Thinking about joining the Prison Service but want some advice on what it’s like working in a prison? We’ve brought together some advice from people who work in a range of roles on how to work effectively with offenders. Read …
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Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities who have fallen behind with reading
This blogpost focuses on pupils with SEND who are not reading fluently.
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Creating our Country’s Collective Brain
Frontline Civil Servant Catherine Day explains why the Royal College of Defence Studies’ Global Strategy Programme is an invaluable experience for anyone who aspires to lead. My 25-year career has involved working on some of the UK’s biggest security challenges. …
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Message to parents of children with SEND from Claire Coutinho MP, Minister for Children, Wellbeing and Families
Parents know that their children only get one shot at education. However for some parents of children with Special Educational Needs and disabilities (SEND), getting their child that superb education that every child deserves can feel like a full-time job. …
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Cyber in the Armed Forces | Defence Cyber Marvel 2
This month UK Defence hosted Western Europe’s largest cyber warfare exercise, Defence Cyber Marvel 2 (DCM2). With over 30 teams, comprised of personnel from Defence, government agencies, industry partners as well as other nations, the exercise saw more than 700 …
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World Book Day 2023: 10 top tips for sharing books with young children and toddlers
Sharing books with babies and toddlers helps to inspire a lifelong love of reading. Reading can be a fun thing to do together and have a positive impact later in life, on things like school exam results, pupil wellbeing, and …
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Women’s History Month : Super Women In Tech in Networks, Voice & Video Services
Kicking off Women’s History Month we have some inspiring stories of some very inspiring women, taking us through their career journeys, and how and why they ended up working here at Justice Digital. Lindsay Hancock – Networks, Voice & Video …
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Track our progress: Trade Remedies Authority case milestones – Mar 2023
This month’s tracker shows progress on our cases during February and the data is correct as of 1 March 2023. Subscribe here to receive automatic monthly updates of our interactive case tracker and view each stage of a case investigation …
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How we are keeping plants healthy in the age of online sales
An increase in online plant sales has brought an increased threat of plant pests and diseases. Dan Munro, Senior Technical Manager for Plant Passporting at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), explains what we are doing to reduce these risks.
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World Seagrass Day - Protecting our precious marine habitats together at Studland
It’s World Seagrass Day and we’re eager to highlight the conservation work that’s underway to protect this vitally important habitat at Studland Bay in Dorset. The United Nations General Assembly has proclaimed 1 March as World Seagrass Day. Their resolution …
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Why we’re thinking about raising the ADI standards check pass mark
Nick Taylor discusses whether we need to make further changes to approved driving instructor (ADII) standards checks to ensure all pupils are getting the highest standards of instruction from all ADIs, and explains the reasons behind raising the pass mark of the standards check from 31 to 33 out of 51.
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Improving the Welsh language services at HMCTS
Hywel Hughes, Head of the Welsh Language Unit at HMCTS, gives an update on the Welsh language services available across the courts and tribunals service.
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Engaging with industry gives fascinating insight into potential of multi-condition tests for screening
Twelve companies from around the world attended a UK National Screening Committee virtual event to share information on the development of multi-cancer early detection tests and how these tests might eventually lead to exciting developments in the UK’s cancer screening programmes.
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My experience and advice as a veterinary surgeon applying for a job in the Civil Service – by Jane Holleran
My experience of applying to clinical vet roles in the UK was that it was generally very straight-forward; provide a CV, and if you meet the experience level for that position, you are likely to get an interview. In contrast, …
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Watch: How the Sustainable Farming Incentive works hand in hand with arable crop production
We went to the Isle of Wight to meet SFI agreement holder Caroline Knox. In this film, Caroline explains how the Sustainable Farming Incentive works hand in hand with commercial maize and rye production on her farm.
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Wise councils
Social care nursing advisory councils have now been launched in every ICB (integrated care board) in England and will be chaired by nursing colleagues from across the sector. Zoe Fry, a Director of The Outstanding Society and one of the chairs, explains her enthusiasm.
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The RPA Podcast: Episode 5
Welcome to the fifth episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, the RPA’s Chief Executive, Paul Caldwell, speaks to Andrew Hawnt, from the RPA’s Internal Communications team, about his reflections of 2022 and ambitions for the year ahead. …
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The RPA Podcast: Episode 5 Transcript
Executive Summary Interview with RPA Chief Executive Paul Caldwell Paul talks about his career in the Civil Service and his time as the RPA’s Chief Executive. Paul also discusses the successes and challenges of 2022, what’s coming up in 2023 …
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Apprenticeships in the legal sector
There are currently six different apprenticeships available in the legal pathway, which is an ever-growing part of IfATE's legal, finance and accounting route. From paralegal to licensed conveyancer, there are options for whatever stage you are at of a legal …
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Why I became a probation officer
We spoke to probation officer, Alex, to discover what made him choose to become a probation officer and to find out about his journey so far. What inspired you to want to become a probation officer? I have always had …
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Opening a new world of opportunities – a conversation with our automation engineer apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week is an annual celebration of apprentices around the country. To mark the occasion, Chris, Jonathon and Tom reflect on 5 months into an automation engineer apprenticeship a the ONS.
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Yardley Chase Training Area: Northamptonshire’s hidden gem
Yardley Chase Training Area in Northamptonshire is one of our lesser-known training areas, yet it’s truly a hidden gem. The site was recently showcased for its wildlife value in the nationally acclaimed British Wildlife magazine, thanks to the committed efforts …
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Farming podcast: Next steps for environmental land management
In this episode, Lisa Warne talks to John Renner and his son, Charlie. John farms on the border of the Northumberland National Park between Berwick-upon-Tweed and Alnwick. Charlie is a farm business consultant and continues to help out on the farm. Lisa gives an update on the growth and rollout of our environmental land management schemes. John and Charlie talk about how the new farming payments fit in with the management of their farm. They had plenty of questions for Lisa about the new grants and actions.
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Grow your income using every part of a tree
Explore how trees can help you diversify your business and save you money.
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Celebrating LGBT+ History Month
Read how IT Service Manager Joe is celebrating LGBT+ History Month and the steps organisations can take to be inclusive in the workplace.
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Government increases the cost of regulation to business by £9.9bn
The RPC has published its IVB report, commenting on the Government’s recently published Business Impact Target Report for the period December 2021 to December 2022.
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£5million funding for cutting-edge veteran healthcare projects
Projects across the nation have won a share of more than £5million in funding to save and enhance lives for veterans. The 22 innovative healthcare schemes will bring advancements in technologies, interventions and treatments to better meet veterans’ physical and …
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Helping more people to prove their identity online
The Cabinet Office launched a public consultation on proposed changes to the law that aim to improve how government departments use the data they hold to make it easier for people to prove their identity online. We share more about what the changes will and won’t mean for you.
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Habitat focus – the importance of rocky and biogenic reefs
Why do reefs need protection? Most people are unaware of the many vitally important habitats which lie offshore beneath the surface of English coastal waters. Rocky and biogenic reefs are two of these important habitats, which need our consideration and …
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APHA hosts conference on poultry health
Zoe Treharne, APHA's Avian Species Expert Group Lead, talks about our first face-to-face annual Avian Science Day event held in three years. Learn more about the event and how to register your interest in attending future events.
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Dragons’ Den, Series 20 Episode 8
Plants cleared from gardens, plant-based food delivered to homes, dog snout scanners and adaptive designer wear…another intriguing evening of investor-innovator suspense beckoned as I settled down to watch this week’s Dragons’ Den.
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Thinking about joining SSAC? My thoughts on why you should get stuck in!
I wasn’t a 'Whitehall Warrior' and so thought I didn’t have a chance of being selected when I applied to become a member of the Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC)! But it turned out they welcome and encourage a breadth …