A Civil Service course has been given a digital update, to help more civil servants improve their communication skills.

The Foundations of Writing in Government course now includes new animations on effective sentence and paragraph structuring and an updated section on digital editing tools.

The free course was launched in 2022 and learner can complete it at their own pace. The course forms part of the Civil Service recommended learning curriculum which includes further training on drafting, briefing, and advanced writing techniques. 

Jonathan Marshall, Government Skills learning expert said: “Writing well is one of the stand-out skills which civil servants need to have in their jobs and to progress in their careers.

“Whether it’s a simple email to a colleague or a detailed briefing paper for ministers, how you express yourself and your ideas in writing is crucial.”