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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.
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: Rebecca Jones shares how her environmental practitioner degree apprenticeship is helping the UK achieve net zero emissions
As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2025 (10-16 February), Rebecca Jones, a member of IfATE’s Apprentice Panel, shares her journey as an environmental practitioner degree apprentice at WSP. The apprentice panel brings together apprentices from a wide range of backgrounds, …
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The Generation Study: exploring genome sequencing in newborns
Amanda Pichini, Clinical Director at Genomics England, explains how the Generation Study hopes to provide evidence to inform future screening approaches.
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Celebrating women in science
11 February marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. DIO’s Senior Climate Resilience manager, Begonia Pedreira-Regueira, reflects on how she has been celebrating the day and championing the principles it stands for. Part of me cannot believe …
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Strengthening Marine Pollution Response: A Collaborative Visit to Sri Lanka
Authors: Angharad Elliman, Freya Goodsir, Todd Last From November 12th to 22nd, 2024, the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) teams from Cefas and JNCC, embarked on a technical visit to Sri Lanka. This visit was part of a broader effort …
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Setting up provision for children with the most complex needs – tips, reassurance and a new advice form
It is often a struggle to find the right social care provider for children with the most complex needs. We want to help those wanting to open provision for them, and commissioners that are looking for suitable homes. So, we …
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2025 at the FSA
Cymraeg We’re celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science by getting to know a few members of our Scientific Advisory Committees (SAC). Emily Burton What capacity do you work with the FSA in? I have two advisory roles …
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Defra improves performance on Post Implementation Reviews, but other departments lag behind
Stephen Gibson, Chair of the RPC, commends Defra on progress on completing PIRs but expresses ongoing concerns from others across government.
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National Apprenticeship Week: Meet Dorota – a physiotherapy apprentice
During National Apprenticeship Week we are showcasing how apprenticeships impact the lives of people that choose them as a route into their preferred profession.
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Embracing flexible working in schools and trusts
Sarah Sarll, Chief Financial Officer at Pioneer Educational Trust, shares how flexible working has boosted staff wellbeing and retention while transforming school culture. Her experience offers valuable insights for educational institutions looking to modernise their working practices. Evidence-Based ImplementationWhen we …
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How can Nature-Based Solutions address the climate and Nature crises?
Keynote speech by Tony Juniper CBE, Chair of Natural England, at Nature Returns conference, 6 February 2025 It is an absolute pleasure to be here today and to see this latest journey in what has been a decades-long process of …
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From apprentice to cyber security professional in the NDA group
As part of our National Apprenticeship Week 2025 focus on apprenticeships in the NDA group, Lauren Gorge - an Information Assurance Advisor at Nuclear Transport Solutions (NTS) - shares her apprenticeship journey: I’m Lauren Gorge, an Information Assurance Advisor at …
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Coastal Planner Corner
The MMO has marine planners based around the English coast. Their role is to engage with you for the development, implementation, and monitoring of marine plans. You can find out who your local coastal planner is and their contact details …
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My journey in science
Dr Jess Parry, our Epidemiology Workgroup Leader, reflects on her path from a curious young girl, passionate about biology to her current role as a scientist and leader at APHA.
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International Day of Women and Girls in Science. From Curiosity to Career: My Science Journey
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGS).
On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we hear from Frances, a Senior Toxicologist at the OPSS, as she shares her career journey.
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Celebrating one year of the artificial intelligence community
In December 2023 we launched the Artificial Intelligence (AI) community for the UK Government. The community was created by the team that developed the Generative AI Framework for HMG and its learning resources to provide departments with an opportunity to discuss their AI projects with implementation teams and experts across government.
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Launching the Artificial Intelligence Playbook for the UK Government
AI is at the heart of the UK Government's strategy to drive economic growth and enhance public service delivery. Read more about GDS's AI Playbook to provide the public sector with accessible technical guidance on the safe and effective use of AI.
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NHSX Standards Directory - Beta Assessment
Read the beta assessment report for the Standards directory from NHSX.
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Secure by Design: User-centred guidance on Digital MOD.UK
Jonathan Leach, Deputy Head Cyber Security Assessment and Advisory Services (part of the Cyber Defence and Risk Directorate), tells us about the new Secure by Design (SbD) guidance. For the past three years, Secure by Design (SbD) has been the …
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: my story as a cyber security apprentice in MHCLG
To mark National Apprenticeship Week 2025, cyber security apprentice Billy shares his experience of building a fulfilling career within the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) as well as his tips on applying for an apprenticeship.
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Peer pressure – the work of the House of Lords Appointments Commission (HOLAC)
The first in a series of blogs from regulators marking 30 years of the Principles of Public Life.
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From Care to Career: My Apprenticeship Journey
In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, we're proud to share the inspiring journey of Jess McGovern-Guess.
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Taking a responsible approach to company names
When setting up a company, you must choose an appropriate company name. Learn more about our approach to company names.
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Apprenticeship Week: Developing the Skills for Nature’s Recovery
To celebrate Apprenticeship Week 2025, Ecologist Apprentice, Annalise Machin, shares her apprenticeship journey with Natural England, highlighting the impact her developing skills will have for nature’s recovery. I have always had an interest in in the natural world, loving the …
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What are apprenticeships? Everything you need to know and how you can apply
Apprenticeships are a great way to start a new career or learn new skills relevant to your job. They are brilliant options for people at every age to train in a huge range of sectors – from health and science to cybersecurity, marketing, and construction.
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Digital Planning: scaling the Planning Data service
Go behind the scenes of MHCLG's planning data success as Emma Beer, delivery lead, and Steve Messer, product and design strategist, reveal the strategic approach that has powered the service's exceptional growth last year. They share insights into building a high-performing team and the transformative impact of data sharing across the planning sector.
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NHSE Digitising Social Care Beta Assessment
Read the beta assessment report for the Digitising social care from NHSE
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Helping nature to recover and thrive in the Wye Valley in Derbyshire
Ruth Keeley, Wye Valley Nature Recovery Project Senior Officer Back in 2022, Natural England and Defra announced five unique Nature Recovery Projects (NRP) across the Peak District, West Midlands, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Somerset. Since then, a further seven projects have …
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From Summons to Service: Your Complete Guide to Jury Duty
Have you ever wondered how you get selected to sit on a jury and what happens once you are chosen? Join us as we chat to Craig Robb, Deputy Director of Crime (Live Services) at HMCTS, who sheds light on the jury selection process, the importance of jury service, and what to expect when you're called to serve.
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Welcome to the Department for Education’s new non-executive board members
The Department for Education (DfE) has announced four new non-executive members. The appointments bring a wealth of skills and experience to the department as we take forward our vital work - from giving the best start in life to our …
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We asked our Apprentice Panel for their favourite things about gaining #SkillsForLife as an apprentice
In the run up to National Apprenticeship Week 2025, we asked the IfATE Panel of Apprentices for their favourite things about being an apprentice. The apprentice panel brings together apprentices from a wide range of backgrounds, across all 15 of …
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'Being a part of our long-term mission opens up so many career possibilities'
Jacqueline Longrigg, our Group People Development Director, on how we are investing in early careers - and how you can be part of our mission: This year marks 20 years since the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority was established and tasked with …
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Severn Estuary Implementation Session: Advancing Cross-Border Marine Planning
In November 2024, the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) and Welsh Government co-hosted an event in Cardiff to support cross-border marine planning in the Severn Estuary. This stakeholder engagement session, following the publication of our Severn Estuary Cross Border Marine Planning …
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Explainer: devolution and local elections
What is devolution and what will it mean? Devolution is about giving power back to communities – shifting away from Westminster to the local leaders that know their areas best and giving them the tools to make a difference to …
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Coverage of Land Use Framework consultation
Today we’re looking at coverage of the government’s announcement on the Land Use Framework consultation
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Launchpad Auth is now live
What is Launchpad Auth? First of all, what is Launchpad? In brief, Launchpad is an innovative HMPPS in-cell tech programme that gives prisoners secure laptops with digital services in their cells to support their rehabilitation. Many teams work within this …
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National Apprenticeship Week 2025: Why I completed a technical apprenticeship in my 30s
Many people think apprenticeships are just for young people but that is not true. I have just completed an HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) service and maintenance apprenticeship, which was the perfect opportunity to learn a new, in-demand skill in an …
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New opportunities to reclassify medicines: what you need to know
The Department of Health and Social Care is issuing a list of medical conditions and categories where it is encouraging more reclassification applications to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). What is medicine reclassification? Medicines can be reclassified …