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World Cancer Day: our journeys are unique, but we thrive when united

World Cancer Day: our journeys are unique, but we thrive when united

This year the Civil Service Working Through Cancer Network will show support for World Cancer Day on 4 February by focusing our events on the unique human story behind every cancer diagnosis, and how by uniting we are stronger and …

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The Workplace Adjustment Passport: Lynsey's story

Posted by: Rupert McNeil, Government Chief People Officer, Civil Service Human Resources, Cabinet Office, Posted on: 13 October 2016 - Categories: A great place to work, Civil Service Leaders
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After Rupert McNeil blogged about getting a Workplace Adjustment Passport, civil servants came forward with their own stories. Among the first was Lynsey Murray.

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Social investment and the new Government Inclusive Economy Unit

Posted by: Sir Jeremy Heywood, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Posted on: 11 October 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders

The introduction of the Government Inclusive Economy Unit builds on the Civil Service's proud record in assisting the development of social investment, as Jeremy Heywood explains.

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World Mental Health Day – caring for the carers

Posted by: Jonathan Jones, Posted on: 10 October 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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On World Mental Health Day, Civil Service Health and Well-Being Champion Jonathan Jones explains why we need to provide workplace support for civil servants with caring responsibilities.

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Learning to be better leaders

Posted by: Adam Woodroffe, Posted on: 7 October 2016 - Categories: Effective leaders
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Effective leaders are more aware of how they are perceived by others, says Adam Woodroffe, who delivers leadership courses on behalf of Civil Service Learning.

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Sharing and showcasing – what the Job Share and Alternative Working Network have been up to

Posted by: Caz Thomas, Posted on: 6 October 2016 - Categories: A great place to work
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What's been happening in the world of job sharing in the Civil Service? Caz Thomas, Chair of the Job Share and Alternative Working Network, brings us up to date.

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Let's all be more 'back aware'

Posted by: Jonathan Jones, Posted on: 5 October 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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In BackCare Awareness Week, Civil Service Health and Well-being Champion Jonathan Jones has some useful tips on minimising the risk of back pain and strain.

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The People Survey 2016 - make your voice heard

Posted by: Sir Jeremy Heywood, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Posted on: 3 October 2016 - Categories: A Brilliant Civil Service, Civil Service Leaders
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The Civil Service People Survey 2016 is open. Jeremy Heywood urges civil servants to take part and directly influence real change in the organisation.

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Discovering a new world of IT with ‘Columbus’

Posted by: Jon Thompson, Posted on: 3 October 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders, Improved outcomes
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The 'Columbus' programme, which is managing HMRC's exit from the ASPIRE IT contract, is the largest IT transformation programme in Europe.

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Where are we on diversity and inclusion?

Posted by: Sir Jeremy Heywood, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Posted on: 30 September 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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Jeremy Heywood gives an update on progress towards realising the Civil Service's ambition to be the UK's most inclusive employer.

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Inclusive leadership – building disability confidence

Posted by: Sir Philip Rutnam, Home Office Permanent Secretary, and Civil Service Disability Champion, Posted on: 28 September 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders, Effective leaders

Our Disability Champion explains the ‘magic ratio 5:1’ for successful relationships and how it can make you a more inclusive leader.

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