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Effectively creating and communicating Futures outputs
Futures thinking is a way of thinking about the many possible alternative futures that could arise, based on historical evidence, trends, and present possibilities for change. This past year, the Government Office for Science’s (GOS) Futures team supported numerous …
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The night sky in March
Although March sees the start of meteorological spring, it’s still a wonderful time to see the winter constellations.
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The importance of collaboration and open culture in our digital teams
Ross Maude explains how our Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) department is playing a pivotal role in the transformation of Companies House.
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Financial wellbeing and smarter working sessions provided by The Charity for Civil Servants
The Junior Leaders Networking Event (JLNE) has teamed up with the Charity for Civil Servants ( The Charity) to bring junior leaders a wellbeing day to help colleagues adapt as we return to the workplace. The sessions aim to improve personal, emotional, digital and financial wellbeing.
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Celebrating the women working in the Forestry Commission: Alexandra Jenks
In a series of blogs to celebrate International Women's Day 2022, members of staff share their stories of working in the forestry sector. This is Alexandra Jenks.
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National Careers Week – University isn’t your only option
To continue our National Careers Week celebrations, we’re still sharing great stories from our people. Faye decided not to go to university after her A-Levels and joined us on a Fast-Track apprenticeship, here’s how it went… Making a tough decision …
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Introducing you to…
Welcome to the first in a series of blogs introducing you to people who work in different areas of the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) The idea is to give you a better understanding of what goes on behind the scenes, …
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Implementing reforms to technical education at level 3 and below
Last year the Department for Education (DfE) confirmed its plans for changes to level 3 qualifications in its review of post-16 qualifications at level 3 in England. The aim of this review is to ensure both young people and adults …
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Diversity within Technology Services
Rachel Winstanley: Cloud Ops Product Owner, Technology Services I started as a Product Manager in the MoJ 4 months ago and have spent the last few years working in various product roles across government. As a relatively new member, the …
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How to build a team and effect culture change
Dorset Council’s service manager for digital strategy and design Lisa Trickey shares what their digital transformation journey looked like in the past 7 years.
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Genomics: you and your family tree
What secrets are you yet to uncover in your family tree? Who gets to decide if these stay hidden? It’s now easier than ever to trace your own personal ancestry. Just submit a swab or a saliva sample to one …
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Regulating charities offering complementary and alternative medicine therapies
Today, we published a summary of our case involving an organisation called Gerson Support Group, one of several cases we have opened examining the public benefit provided by charities offering complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies.
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International Women's Day - Women in the meat industry
To mark International Women’s Day, we shine a light on women building careers in the meat industry through the Food Standards Agency.
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Breaking the bias
Today is International Woman's Day and we're celebrating this by showcasing one of our own employees, Gina Stalker. Gina explains why her journey in the industry has been an exciting but challenging one.
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Women in Innovation
To mark this year’s National Women’s History Month and International Women's Day on 8th March, the Knowledge Assets team (KAT) is pleased to share a blog showcasing women working in innovation. KAT works very closely with women in senior positions …
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International Women's Day: we'll break the bias but never women's resolve
If the last two years have taught us anything, it’s the fundamental truth that collective action, free of self-interest, prejudice or judgement, can achieve amazing things. International Women’s Day has chosen ‘break the bias’ as this year’s theme. I believe we can all draw strength from its ideal in these worrying times.
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International Women's Day: compassion in a crisis
It seems entirely appropriate, following February’s LGBT+ History Month, for International Women’s Day to make this year’s theme #BreakTheBias’, a call for the further empowerment of women – and of society as a whole.
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What’s in a word?
Everything. As society evolves over time, so do words and meaning. The world of Digital and Technology can be pretty baffling with lots of alienating technical jargon. I’ve been working in the Digital and Technology world for the last four …
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International Women's Day: ‘Challenge the status quo and never give up’
As part of International Women’s Day, Lorraine Russell, Deputy Director at the Ministry of Defence, gives her views on the importance of strong female leadership and diversity in project delivery. “Life would be boring if we were all the same” …
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Our Women's Network is marking International Women's Day 2022
The Women's Network Group is one of a number of Insolvency Service network groups that work together to promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace. This week, we're celebrating International Women's Day 2022 with a blog from Agata and Jemma of the Women's Network.
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International Women’s Day – #BreakTheBias in the workplace
To mark International Women’s Day, Director of Policy, Rebecca Sudworth looks at the interplay between discrimination and bias and how to build a more inclusive, supportive workplace.
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#BreakTheBias - women succeeding in the Civil Service
To mark International Women’s Day, Penny Horner-Long, Head of Government Grants Management Function, talks about her career journey and the importance of being generous with your time.
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Celebrating the women working in the Forestry Commission: Georgi Ennis
In a series of blogs to celebrate International Women's Day 2022, members of staff share their stories of working in the forestry sector. This is Georgi Ennis.
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Launching a new visual tool to identify shark trunks in the international meat trade
The first shark trunk visual identification guide is launched as part of a one stop toolkit for regulating trade in CITES-listed species Warning: This blog contains images of sharks without fins or heads as part of a training exercise to …
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International Women’s Day: #Breakthebias 8th March 2022
International Women’s Day is a global day of celebration for the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. This day is an opportunity to celebrate the progress made towards achieving gender equality around the world. From the development of …
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My Career Path: College Drop Out to Delivery Cheerleader
Why did you choose a digital role? While I was working in an IT user support role I’d been working alongside colleagues in digital for a number of years so this had got me interested in Agile ways of working …
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Industry data means better investigations and fairer outcomes for trade remedies
Read our new blog from TRA’s Investigations Delivery Director, John Kirkpatrick, why having industry data means better investigations and achieving fairer outcomes for the UK’s trade remedies
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What to expect in Services Week 2022
Services Week is back for the fourth time, until 11 March, with 23 public sector organisations running 50 sessions. Some of the organisers share what to expect and why they are contributing.
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Start an exciting career in government cyber security
The Civil Service is recruiting women as cyber security apprentices. If you want an exhilarating career, rich with opportunities and excellent training to progress, don’t delay - apply by 10 March. My name is *Chloe and I’m a government cyber …
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National Careers Week: What you need to know about your choices after school
National Careers Week, aims to empower young people to make informed choices about their next steps by making sure they are getting the best careers advice and information possible.
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Breaking the bias in the workplace
Ahead of International Women's Day, DWP Gender lead Rowena, reflects on what breaking the bias means for DWP Digital. The wide range of work we do requires a diverse mix of cultures, perspectives, experience, skills and ideas. We offer exciting tech careers with the security of working in the Civil Service, flexible-working and career progression. …
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Cyber Cover and the Risk Protection Arrangement (RPA)
Georgia Shepherd, Product Delivery Lead for RPA Cyber, talks about how the Department for Education is improving risk management across the school sector by introducing cyber cover into the risk protection arrangement (RPA) product from April 2022.
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Getting ready to make your Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier application
Applications for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier opened on 8 February 2022. Application packs can be requested using the Rural Payments service. The pack will be emailed to you and will contain the information that we hold for your business …
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Integrating scientific research into government: Grey Parrot Model
In a recent study researchers found that African grey parrots show a remarkable willingness to help their peers achieve their goals by lending a wing, so to speak. Inspired by this example, we gave our model the name in honour …
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National Careers Week – Becoming a grade 7 at age 25
Its National Careers Week, so we’re sharing some great stories of our people and how they’ve developed their careers within HMRC and the wider Civil Service. Read on to find out about Holly’s journey. I don’t think many people grow …
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How I forged my career in Defra
As National Careers Week gets underway, our Head of Strategic Resourcing and Organisational Development Maggie Bosniak shares her reflections of a 25-year career working in various parts of Defra group and highlights the many opportunities for young people to join us.
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Food Standards Agency - Job Vacancy for a Field Operations Veterinary Delivery Leader
Background The FSA is a non-ministerial department of over 1300 people with the key responsibility to protect public health and consumers’ wider interest in food and animal welfare standards A key function for delivering this work is shaping and guiding …
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Creating content for women in prison
The Content Hub is a good way to meet the needs of both staff and prisoners. It allows prisoners to access content relevant to their journey and frees up staff time. The 'Your profile' area gives prisoners visibility over their …
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National Careers Week: Science and Engineering
Do you like to solve problems and discover new things? If so, then a career in government science and engineering might be for you.The government is always on the lookout for talented, versatile people to join, and the scope of …
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NAO report on tree planting
On today's blog we look into coverage of the NAO report on tree planting