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Dragons' Den IP Blog - Series 22 Episode 7
From space saving solutions and self-cooling devices to sauces and seasonings, intellectual property (IP) and innovation were in abundance in tonight’s episode.
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Breaking down barriers: working together to support local authorities
Through collaboration between HM Land Registry and Local Planning Authorities, the Digital Planning team is working on a joined-up approach to reduce the burden of providing the data needed for local land charges and planning purposes. Previously submitting similar data to different systems, our new way of working will make the process more efficient.
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Keeping children safe in education settings: everything you need to know
Schools should be safe places where children can focus on learning and staff can focus on delivering a great education. In light of recent events, such as the tragic death of a boy after a stabbing at a Sheffield school, …
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Controlled drugs in veterinary practice: A VMD inspector’s top tips
As Head of Inspections and Enforcement at the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD), I regularly see how veterinary practices manage controlled drugs (CDs). Through our programme of inspections, we've identified several areas where practices commonly face challenges. I'd like to share …
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Experts discuss the challenges of using surrogate endpoints in cancer screening
Experts discussed the potential role and challenges of surrogate endpoints in cancer screening in a webinar hosted by Cancer Research UK and Consilium Scientific.
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Shaping civil justice: reflecting on successes and looking to the future
Civil justice helps resolve disputes, from small claims to complex corporate cases. In 2024, County Courts launched a digital service for damages and money claims up to £25,000, streamlining the process for legal representatives. Jason Latham, HMCTS Development Director, reflects on this progress and looks ahead to 2025.
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CMA to review pricing set by water regulator
Every 5 years, Ofwat (the water services regulation authority) decides how much money people should pay for water and sewerage services.
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Hedgerows consultation on RPA’s regulatory approach: results published
We held a public consultation between 29 October and 10 December 2024, about our regulatory approach to enforcing The Management of Hedgerows (England) Regulations 2024 The consultation offered farmers, stakeholders, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and members of the public the opportunity …
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Government’s Cloud First Policy is 12!
Two landmark publications: the State of Digital Government Review, and the blueprint for modern digital government are clear - cloud technology is helping to reshape how government works. With the blueprint setting out the long-term vision, and with the Government …
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Sharing Camden’s work on Universal Basic Services
Last year, the Strategy and Design team at Camden Council shared their work at conferences in the UK and abroad. Read about how this has benefited their work on Universal Basic Services.
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Meet the Trailblazer: James Spurr
by James Spurr Tell us about a Knowledge Asset innovative project you’re proud of and why? When I joined Ordnance Survey (OS) in summer 2024, I had the unique opportunity to take on a brand-new role in a household name …
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Fast-tracking housebuilding through the New Towns Taskforce and New Homes Accelerator
We recognise the vital importance of the Government’s ambitious target for building 1,500,000 new homes in the next four years. We support this by inputting into more than 10,000 proposed developments each year, ensuring new homes are built with adequate …
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One Big Thing 2024: Collaborative innovation across government
Civil servants from across the UK came together for a series of One Big Thing innovation events.
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Harnessing Nature-based Solutions to help combat flooding
As climate change brings more frequent and severe flooding, innovative solutions are emerging to tackle these challenges. Working with nature, not against it, Natural England is proposing schemes to help tackle flooding in Norfolk and Suffolk. Projects in our region …
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NHS England Proxy Application Service Alpha Assessment
Read the alpha assessment report for the Proxy application service from NHSE.
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Data, Ethics, and Society: Join the Conversation in 2025
Now in its fifth year, the Data Ethics and Society Reading Group is
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Strategies Unveiled
As part of the Defence Experimentation and Wargaming Hub’s People in Wargaming series we recently spoke to a panel of people/experts about their experiences in the field of wargaming. Interviewer: Can you briefly introduce yourself? Mike: My current role is the …
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Democracy matters: join our Elections Digital Team and build great services
The Elections Digital Team is hiring! Find out about new opportunities to join the team in product, delivery and user-centred design, and discover what it’s like to work on this impactful programme committed to empowering voters through digital innovation.
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Exploring new methods to protect honey authenticity in the UK
Cymraeg New techniques and tools are being developed to protect consumers and help businesses, government and local enforcement agencies tackle honey fraud now and in the future. Honey is a naturally complex mixture of different sugars produced entirely by bees, …
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How to become a software developer apprentice: Idris's story
Idris Abdirizak joined GDS through our apprenticeship scheme for developers. In this blog post he talks about his experience.
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What is a 'green' apprenticeship and where could it take you
This series of National Apprenticeship Week Education Hub posts was curated and written by Lauren, the Department for Education’s new communications apprentice. There are a range of apprenticeships available in the green economy and during National Apprentice Week we want …
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UKHSA Winter Viruses Dashboard Alpha Assessment
Read the alpha assessment report for the Winter viruses dashboard from UKHSA.
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New year, new job?
We're recruiting for our user-centred design team and apprenticeship week.
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Celebrating apprenticeship success at the Makers Awards 2025
This National Apprenticeship Week we celebrate success at the Makers Awards and recognise the work of our apprentices across DWP Digital.
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Transforming justice, giving children a voice in the family courts
Peter Curran, Specialist Family Leader for Wales shares his experience of working in a court pioneering a new approach to private family law cases.
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Andrew Donaldson-Wheatcroft: 'We should see HIV testing as an essential part of self-care'
If you are interested in skincare, beauty and wellness, you might know of influencer Andrew Donaldson-Wheatcroft, who has well over 200,000 followers on his social media accounts. Alongside this content, Andrew is an advocate for people living with HIV. In …
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Joining GDS as a Junior Site Reliability Engineer: Radha's story
Radha joined as a Junior Site Reliability Engineer on GOV.UK Pay, later moving to GOV.UK Forms. She talks about her experience of what it was like joining GDS.
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When do you need to notify Ofsted?
We know that keeping children safe and happy is the biggest priority for all of you in the early years and childcare sector. Caring for young children in a safe environment helps them to develop the skills they need as …
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How we've enhanced our digital services
The move to digital is a crucial part of our efforts to speed up registration. Find out about the latest improvements to our services.
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All is Fair in Love and IP Rights
Love, innovation, and creativity have always gone hand in hand. From patented heart-shaped jewellery to chocolate brands protected with trade marks, romance has long inspired inventors and creators across the UK. Whilst you are busy planning the perfect gift, intellectual property (IP) is quietly playing cupid behind the scenes.
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New towns update
There has been prominent, widespread national reporting on the latest update on the next generation of new towns. The story has been covered by outlets including The Guardian, Financial Times, Telegraph, Independent and Express. The outlets report on the government’s …
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Inaccurate reporting on foot and mouth disease controls
There has been inaccurate media coverage regarding foot and mouth disease (FMD) controls with reports that it took six or seven days for controls on commercial imports to take effect and “allowed disease to enter the country.”
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National Apprenticeship Week: Meet Darke and Taylor Ltd
This series of National Apprenticeship Week Education Hub posts was curated and written by Lauren, the Department for Education’s new communications apprentice. During National Apprenticeship Week we want to hear from the employers who champion apprenticeships by providing career opportunities …
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Reflections on my first year in UK Defence
As we begin 2025, I am grateful for the opportunity to reflect on my first year as the Chief Technology Officer for UK Defence. This year has been an incredible journey marked by innovation, collaboration, and significant achievements. I joined …
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: The importance of apprenticeships in AI and Cyber Security, with IfATE Digital Route Panel members Sarah Hague and Dr Matthew Forshaw
Last month, the Prime Minister announced a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Opportunities Action Plan, to use AI to deliver a decade of National Renewal. For National Apprenticeship Week, we spoke to Digital Route Panel members Sarah Hague and Dr Matthew …
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New CMA proposals to drive growth, investment and business confidence
A robust, independent competition regime should both drive growth and investment, and uphold consumer interests. This was at the heart of a speech I gave at Chatham House last November, and a view shared by our new Chair in his …
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National Apprenticeship Week: Meet Santina - a Level 6 Civil Engineering degree apprentice
This series of National Apprenticeship Week Education Hub posts was curated and written by Lauren, the Department for Education’s new communications apprentice. During National Apprenticeship Week we are showcasing how apprenticeships impact the lives of people that choose them as …
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National Apprenticeship Week
How often do we hear people refer to “I’m just a care worker” or “I’m just a care home nurse”. There is nothing “just” about anything in social care. Our profession has an incredible workforce full of talented, entrepreneurial people, …
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Good Risk Taking in Government: Top take aways
Senior leaders shared insights on smart risk taking and innovation in government at a recent webinar attended by over 800 civil servants.
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From Learning to Leading: Celebrating Apprenticeships in the Civil Service
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025, we’ll share information about apprenticeship opportunities within Digital Data and Technology (DDaT) and hear from some of our apprentices.