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Robotic Process Automation: Does the pig need lipstick?
When I first joined the Civil Service, 5 years ago, Robotic Process Automation or RPA was the buzzword of the moment. (The buzzwords have morphed over the years, but my sense of dread of them has not!). RPA, a specific …
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What are your views on plans to transform technical qualifications?
Last month we launched a consultation on the approach we intend to take to approving technical qualifications in future. This is the final step in preparing a new approach for qualifications at level 3, following the Department for Education’s (DfE) …
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Climbing the career ladder: from zoology student to tax auditor
In our latest blog, discover how Gemma Atkins went from zoology student to tax auditor, and learn how her role as Welsh Lead for the Gender Network inspired her to progress her career at HMRC. Where it all began... When …
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User research techniques for content designers
Senior User Researcher Linda Butterfield shares her experience of working in a large, fast-paced content team at Defra, along with three user research techniques that content designers can use.
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£100 million for frequently flooded communities
Funding will be targeted at eligible communities where 10 or more properties have flooded twice or more in the last 10 years, helping to both accelerate existing projects and deliver new ones.
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Environment Agency issues warning on salmon stocks
Yesterday (25 July 2022), the Environment Agency published the latest annual salmon stock assessment, warning that action is needed if stocks are to stabilise and recover.
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Future Farming Podcast: everything you need to know about the Sustainable Farming Incentive
In the latest episode of the Future Farming Podcast, Cambridgeshire farmer Martin Lines and Sustainable Farming Incentive lead Jonathan Marsden talk all things Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) and environmental land management.
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Handy new checklist for lease extensions (surrender and regrants)
We have created an at-a-glance guide for conveyancers to help with lease extension applications where the existing lease is being surrendered and a new lease granted.
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The Rural Payments Agency Podcast: Episode 3
Welcome to the third episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, Daneka Rodgers, Senior Business Analyst at the RPA, explains why it’s crucial to keep your personal information up to date in the Rural Payments Service and offers …
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The Rural Payments Agency Podcast: Episode 3 Transcript
Executive Summary Updating your personal and business details, and setting permissions in the Rural Payments Service It’s vital RPA hold the correct personal and business information for farmers and land managers all year round - taking a few minutes …
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Cryptocurrencies: the new gold rush or wild west for scams?
Cryptocurrencies are becoming more popular and can be accessed by anyone. Read our blog to understand the type of scams out there and how you can better protect yourself.
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Andrea Coscelli reflects on his time at the CMA
As I leave the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), after 6 years as CEO, I wanted to take the opportunity to reflect on the challenges we have overcome and thank everyone who worked with me for what they have helped …
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We’re backing adults across the country to boost their skills
Making sure more adults can gain the skills they need to secure good jobs with higher wages is a key priority for the government. Levelling up skills supports our economy to grow, as well as benefiting both workers and employers.
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Checking what is in this box
This article was first published in Circular Online Let me introduce myself. I’m Andy and I’m new to the Environment Agency. I’ve joined the Illegal Waste Exports Team as a Ports Officer for Felixstowe. I’m really excited to be part …
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Podcast – Think digital, act human: a diary of a successful job candidate
If you’re thinking about joining the Civil Service give this a listen. Tom Adams shares pearls of wisdom on preparing for an interview, making the most of your nerves, and the difference between public and private sector recruitment.
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2 Years of COVID-19 on GOV.UK
Follow along with the GOV.UK coronavirus team's challenges and wins whilst working on the government’s response to the pandemic.
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Celebrating the Children and Nature Programme – how learning in nature supports children’s mental and physical health, social skills and attainment
“Who wouldn’t enjoy witnessing the children having a forward roll race on the grass outside?” Natural England was delighted to be joined recently by representatives from government, the education and environment sectors at Liverpool John Moores University to celebrate the …
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Tigers and hawks in our forests
When you look closely, moths are beautiful, diverse and fascinating in their colours, patterns, size and behaviour. There are around 2,500 species of moths in the British Isles. Many of these are fully or partly dependent on trees and woodland.
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Nutrient mitigation scheme can help provide the nature and housing we need
By Mel Hughes, Director of Sustainable Development, Natural England Solutions to the pressing issue of how to bring forward plans for sustainable new homes without adding further nutrients to our already polluted waterbodies have been strengthened this week by Natural …
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Introducing You To...
Hi, I’m Simon and I’m an Operational Mapping Query Team Leader with RPA based at the Reading Office. I joined RPA 15 years ago straight from studying Geography at university and I’ve worked in mapping ever since. If a customer …
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Plan to tackle nutrient pollution announced
Today’s blog looks at Government action to tackle nutrient pollution.
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Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month – 18 July - 17 August 2022
Join us as we mark the third year of South Asian Heritage Month, an event established to honour and celebrate South Asian history and culture. This year’s theme is Journeys of Empire and explores the history of empires founded from …
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The Retail Banking Order: what it means for you
Have you stuck with your bank for years, unsure if you’re getting a good deal or not? We know that people and businesses don’t switch current accounts very often: they think it takes too long, it’s complicated, and ultimately wouldn’t …
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Innovation for Sustainable Fisheries: SMARTFISH H2020
SMARTFISH H2020 is an international research project which aims to develop, test, and promote a suite of high-tech systems for the EU fishing sector. The goal is to optimise resource efficiency, improve automatic data collection for fish stock assessment, provide …
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The Queen’s Awards For Enterprise: Has Been Enerquip’s Springboard To Further Growth
EnerQuip was just five years old when it was awarded The Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2020, for outstanding achievement in International Trade and there is no doubt that this prestigious accolade has provided an important springboard for further growth. …
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Bees’ Needs: Why Air Pollution matters to Pollinators
Bees are undeniably beautiful and fascinating insects, but what many people do not always realise is how vital they are for a healthy environment and healthy economy. The vast majority of our food and wildflowers rely on pollination, which bees …
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When are GCSE, A level, T Level and other results days?
Young people are awaiting results in a range of qualifications including their GCSEs, A levels and T Levels – here’s when they will get them. When will pupils get their GCSE results? GCSE results day will be on Thursday 25 …
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Bank of England Bank Rate
We explore the importance of the Bank Rate, or base rate, as a tool for the Bank of England to control inflation. This base rate is just part of the Bank of England's role in maintaining monetary stability and overseeing the UK's financial functions.
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A very Victorian scam: the story of Ernest Terah Hooley
A very Victorian scam. Read the story of Ernest Terah Hooley, who went from being the go-to man for investors to being found guilty of fraudulently misrepresenting shares.
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Farm animal health and welfare: help us test the yearly review
The Animal Health and Welfare Pathway supports improvements in farm animal health and welfare. The first step of the pathway is the Annual Health and Welfare Review. Starting this autumn, farmers who keep cattle, sheep and pigs can get funding to pay for a vet or vet-led team to visit their farm and carry out a yearly review. We’re now ready to put more of the pathway to the test and we need your help.
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New registration journey trialled by two national infrastructure applications, with more to follow
Simone Wilding, Head of Operations and Applications Service owner, outlines the latest work on our new online service for nationally significant infrastructure project (NSIP) applications.
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Addressing the possible shortfall of oak for the 2022/23 planting season
As we face the possibility of an insufficient supply of Oak for planting, find out how considering a more diverse mix of tree species can bring value to woodlands.
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Welsh Translation Agency Awarded For International Trade
Ruth Partington, CEO of Empower Translates, reflects on their journey to being recognised with The Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade. It was a rainy Tuesday in Chepstow, Wales – nothing new – and I was tackling my overflowing …
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How artificial intelligence could revolutionise work at Sellafield
Meet Mel Willis, who works in our robotics and artificial intelligence team, who talks us through how robots are revolutionising how we complete our purpose.
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Developing a new framework for delegated healthcare interventions
Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, Deborah Sturdy, and Skills for Care CEO, Oonagh Smyth, look at the progress being made to create a national voluntary framework to support the safe and effective delegation of healthcare interventions to the social care workforce.
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Boosting data confidence with bootcamps
How we developed a learning programme to help the Department for International Trade make better use of data
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How rewriting text messages can help services to save money
GOV.UK Notify helped Leicester City Council to reduce the cost of the messages it sends. All it took was a little content design.
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How we’re giving T Level students access to world class facilities
The government is investing millions so that young people studying new T Level qualifications have access to high quality buildings and facilities. This will help them gain the skills they need to secure rewarding careers.
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Why product management is key to building digital services
Jazz Austin, a Product Manager in the Extended Producer Responsibility team, explores why Product Management is important for Defra in building digital services, and shares some insights from her experience of having recently joined the Civil Service.
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Why in a time when change is constant is it so important to create stability for our users?
Making accurate payments to providers and employers is a key aim of the Apprenticeship Service and a key user need to address. Gary Tucker, Deputy Director at the Apprenticeship Service, talks about how the Service has created very accurate payments and built a capability to ensure apprentices are given the opportunities they deserve.