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Using applications to help us collect data on wild animals
In this blog Graham Smith, Lead Scientist for Wildlife, describes how APHA has been involved in developing new technology to help experts and the general public monitor mammal populations across Europe, and how you could get involved to build the database of wildlife records.
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If a pupil tests positive, does their whole class or year group or other bubble then have to isolate as well?
It will not always be the case that the whole year group or bubble has to isolate if a pupil in that bubble tests positive for COVID-19. Our guidance is clear that schools should be identifying close contacts of positive …
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Taking decisive action on illegal vehicle breakers
Delphine Dauba-Pantanacce, Director, Legal Counsel, Global Regulatory at eBay, discusses the work the online marketplace is doing with the Environment Agency to educate sellers of used vehicle parts. Now more than ever, customers are looking for affordable but environmentally conscious …
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Meet the UK NSC: Bob Steele, chair
In the first in a series of profiles of UK NSC members, we hear from the chair, Professor Bob Steele.
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Developing accessible services: ‘It’s a team sport’
Find out how the Accessibility and Digital Inclusion team work closely with colleagues including software engineers to ensure our services can be accessed by all.
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DVLA develops new fast online tachograph service for drivers
Lorry and bus drivers can now apply for a tachograph card using DVLA’s new online service. Dudley Ashford, Evolve Programme Manager, takes us behind the scenes on the development of this service.
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In conversation with: The Insolvency Service
Jane Walters from Companies House and Neil Freebury from The Insolvency Service discuss efforts to tackle fraud and criminal activity in the UK business sector.
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Care leavers – please give us your views!
Dr Donna Brown, Head of Research, on our care leavers survey and forthcoming research project.
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Automating for the people
Dave More from Defra’s Digital Robotics Automation Centre of Excellence (DRACoE) shares his reflections on a year which has seen his team turn a fledgling robotics capability from concept to reality.
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Collaborating in government: what an Alpha means in practice
Teams from CDDO and UKEF have been building capability and meeting government standards as they go. In this post they talk about how they did this in practice.
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NIPT rolls out to all areas of England as part of the existing NHS screening pathway for Down’s syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome and Patau’s syndrome
All maternity providers across England are now offering non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) as part of the existing NHS screening pathway for Down’s syndrome, Edwards’ syndrome and Patau’s syndrome.
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The path to better customer service starts with listening, understanding and acting on feedback
Dan Cawdron, Customer Insights Lead, presents the results of the recent Institute of Customer Service business benchmarking, and looks at what the results mean for the organisation, the action we are going to take and what’s next.
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The night sky in July
Even though the shorter nights prevail for the next couple of months, the summer months are a great opportunity to see many of the most exciting astronomical sights. Noctilucent clouds, the core of our Milky Way galaxy, the summer …
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Fitzrovia Noir CIC - broadening access to the arts
Read our latest blog to find out how Fitzrovia Noir CIC are engaging communities and broadening access to the arts in neglected neighbourhoods across London and North East England.
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Unlocking learning recovery through professional development
There are no shortcuts to accelerate learning recovery for eight million young people. Having an expert teacher in every classroom, well trained and continually improving, led effectively from the top is the best way to make sure that every pupil gets a great education. Which is why the National Professional Qualifications represent an exciting opportunity …
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Environment Secretary shared more detail on Agricultural Transition Plan
There has been national and trade coverage in titles such as The Sun, Farming Today, Horticulture Week and Farmers Weekly following the Secretary of State’s speech at Cereals arable industry conference yesterday.
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We're hiring a Director of Technology
We need a Director of Technology to be part of our team – a new Senior Civil Service role centred on technology, using it to deliver, operate and transform. Emma Stace explains what this entails, the types of skills needed and what's in it for applicants.
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Care Home Open Week: a chance to share happiness
COVID-19 has led to many changes in the way residential care is provided and the way care colleagues work together. One thing that hasn’t changed is the sense of family and community within Priscilla Wakefield House, a teaching care home in Haringey, north London. Despite the outside world being turned up-side-down, care staff have succeeded …
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Moving forward as one: creating a unified digital function
As BPDTS and DWP Digital come together to create a unified digital function, our CDIO Simon McKinnon has shared his thoughts on why this is the right time for us to move forward as one.
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Join our next Junior Leaders Networking Event - The Power of Mentoring
Join our latest Junior Leaders Networking Event on 20 July to learn about the power of mentoring. JLNE is aimed at colleagues in the AO to EO grades from across government departments. It operates across the East, South East and London.
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Gavin Williamson: Restrictions in schools - including bubbles - to be removed "as quickly as possible"
Today Education Secretary Gavin Williamson set out his plans to reduce the amount of time pupils spend isolating away from school. He said he wants to see the removal of all restrictions in schools - including bubbles - as soon …
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Reasonableness in licensing
What does "reasonableness" mean in licensing applications? Find out what to consider when applying for a licence from OFSI
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Environmental Audit Committee - Biodiversity Report
Today's blog looks at media coverage of a report by the Environmental Audit Committee on biodiversity and ecosystems.
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Why we’re looking forward to Hack2Work
DWP Digital’s fifth hack is taking place from 6 – 8 July. Here, 2 DWP colleagues share why they’re looking forward to taking part in Hack2Work.
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MHCLG launch two beta products in a first step towards digital planning reform
We’re pleased to announce the launch of a private beta of two new council-led digital planning products, funded by MHCLG’s Local Digital Fund. This is an exciting step towards 21st Century digital planning systems that use data and human-centred design …
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The early years sector – a changing picture
Yvette Stanley, our National Director for Regulation and Social Care, and Jason Bradbury, Deputy Director, Data and Insight, discuss our latest early years and childcare statistics.
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Podcast: The vision for GOV.UK and the roadmap to get there
Rachel Tsang and Ross Ferguson discuss how the GOV.UK roadmap will contribute to GDS’s mission of building a simple, joined-up and personalised experience of government for everyone.
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Getting the most out of summer schools
"This is a great opportunity for our new year 7 students to make friends, meet staff and find their way around the building." Associate Principal Vicky Pinkney shares how her school will make the most of their exciting summer school plans to support pupils’ transition into secondary school.
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Connection, creativity and fun: let’s get ready for our summer school!
I was really excited when I heard about the idea of summer schools, as I knew how much it would support pupils with the transition to secondary school. I hope this opportunity gives us a chance to give them a bit of optimism and excitement for the future!
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Friendships matter
Andrew Reece, head of the integrated learning disability service for Camden Council, has always struggled with how the social care sector measures ‘what good looks like’, particularly in the context of supporting people with learning disabilities to make and sustain friendships. In this blog for DHSC's Social Care site, he proposes an alternative approach to …
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Weighing the evidence – a new framework for assessing external evidence
Professor Peter Gregory explains the FSA’s new scientific framework for assessing third party evidence and how it will be used.
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New ‘GRID’ data tool to build a more inclusive Civil Service
This month, Cabinet Secretary, Simon Case and Chief Operating Officer, Alex Chisholm launched A Modern Civil Service. In our series to celebrate the vision, Government Business Services showcases a data analyser to improve recruitment and find the cream of candidates. …
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British IP Day: spotlight on innovation and IP
The Alliance for Intellectual Property (AIP) is a coalition of organisations representing creators and intellectual property (IP) rich businesses. AIP organises an annual British IP Day. Dan Guthrie, Director General of the AIP, tells us more about how the organisation …
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How farmers are helping us to design the first of our environmental land management schemes
In this blog post, I’ll share how we have worked with the farming community to develop the standards for the Sustainable Farming Incentive from 2021.
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Proud to be an ally
Hi, I’m Sandeepka and I'm committed to playing my part in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. This includes my colleagues from the wider lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) community. Inclusion doesn’t just happen by …
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DVLA working with local authorities and police services to take action on unlicensed vehicles
We’ve been working with local authorities and police services to support their enforcement action on untaxed vehicles on the road in their local area. Elaine Rees, National Enforcement Manager, tells us more.
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What you need to know about behaviour and discipline in schools
We’re asking teachers, parents and other school staff for their views and ideas on managing good behaviour in schools and colleges.
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Lay members wanted for antenatal and newborn screening programmes research advisory committee
The research advisory committee (RAC) reviews applications to carry out research involving NHS screening programme participants or requiring access to screening data or samples.
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South West and Wales Men’s Network – Ready for launch
The South West and Wales Men’s Network will be launched on 14 July to celebrate men’s positive contributions to society, not only as civil servants but as fathers, sons, uncles and friends. We would really like you to get involved.
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Beyond the numbers – how our Service Centres are making a real difference
A blog from Zoe Blake, Delivery Director at HMCTS, about how Courts and Tribunals Service Centres are making a real difference to those seeking access to justice.