Power availability, charging speeds, back office systems - there are several factors to take into account when planning a workplace electric vehicle charging installation. Here are some important points to consider
Digital exclusion affects millions across the UK, deepening inequality and isolating vulnerable communities. Elizabeth Anderson, CEO of the Digital Poverty Alliance, explores how local authorities can lead the charge in bridging the divide through tailored support, repurposed devices, and scalable, community-driven solutions
How should the computing curriculum be modernised to reflect current jobs? And how can schools attract a more diverse student pool to take the subject? Julia Adamson from BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, shares some thoughts
As cyber threats escalate and public sector systems remain vulnerable, the UK government is moving to modernise its cybersecurity regulations. With ransomware attacks on critical services and legacy IT systems exposing deep-rooted risks, the proposed Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aims to strengthen defences, improve incident reporting, and safeguard the infrastructure underpinning Britain’s digital future
Manchester’s participation in the EU-funded CommuniCity programme has sparked a new approach to digital inclusion, one rooted in trust, lived experience and local collaboration. By embedding co-creation into service design, the city is piloting tech-enabled solutions that respond to real-world challenges, strengthen community networks and deliver meaningful social impact
Sally Kimber, revenues and benefits systems and controls manager at Wiltshire Council shares learnings and advice from her experience on the team which merged five district councils into one local authority
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Faced with rising demand and shrinking budgets, public sector leaders must rethink service delivery from the ground up. Kurt Frary, Head of IT/CTO at Norfolk County Council and Socitm president, sets out a blueprint for digitally reimagined, human-centred services.
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What do roof angles have to do with sustainability in the public sector? A new project by Ordnance Survey has set out to answer this question, alongside many other uses for their new dataset. GT caught up with Tim Chilton, UK consulting lead at Ordnance Survey, to find out more.
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Ordnance Survey data can support emergency services in tackling the growing hazard by assisting with data-driven preparedness.