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The role of geospatial data in a modern, digital economy

Posted by: Sir Andrew Dilnot, Posted on: 27 February 2019 - Categories: Better policymaking, Civil Service Leaders, Improved outcomes
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Sir Andrew Dilnot discusses the potential of geospatial data and his aims as the new Chair of the Geospatial Commission.

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Why we need better data to improve the lives of ageing populations

Posted by: John Pullinger, Posted on: 13 December 2018 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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UK National Statistician John Pullinger looks at an international initiative, led by the UK, to improve data so that the lives of older people can be better measured.

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My dream: Open Data, Open Dialogue, Open Democracies

Posted by: Zamila Bunglawala, Posted on: 12 December 2018 - Categories: Diversity and inclusion
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Zamila Bunglawala explains the thinking behind a movement to exploit the full potential of data.

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Taking a global perspective on innovation in government

Posted by: Liz McKeown, Posted on: 2 February 2018 - Categories: A Brilliant Civil Service
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What's new in government innovation? Liz McKeown reports from a recent OECD conference.

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The joys of ‘unconferencing’

Posted by: Clare Moriarty, Posted on: 9 March 2017 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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Clare Moriarty considers the attractions of 'unconferences' and how they can create more open, inclusive discussions.

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Technology and data – it’s all about the people

Posted by: Clare Moriarty, Posted on: 13 September 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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Clare Moriarty says the new digital revolution depends on having the people who can spot the opportunities and challenges offered by advances in technology and data-gathering.

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5 ways we are putting data in the driving seat

Posted by: Sir Richard Heaton, Posted on: 27 June 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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What does being a 'data-driven' department mean for the Ministry of Justice? Permanent Secretary Richard Heaton explains.

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Exploring opportunities for Distributed Ledger Technology in government

Posted by: David Mead, Posted on: 26 May 2016 - Categories: More digital
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What are distributed ledgers, and why has the Government been discussing them in recent weeks?

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The PACAC experience

Posted by: John Pullinger, Posted on: 12 May 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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UK National Statistician John Pullinger describes the experience of giving oral evidence at a recent hearing of the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee - and how civil servants helped him prepare for it.

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Open data - the revolution is here

Posted by: Sir Jeremy Heywood, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Posted on: 27 April 2016 - Categories: Civil Service Leaders
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A recent visit to the Open Data Institute underlined for Jeremy Heywood the central role of the Civil Service in harnessing open data to make people's lives better.

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