GDS launches local government unit and cross-public sector skills hub – PublicTechnology
Government’s technology unit has reactivated its local government ambitions with the launch of a specialist new team, the work of which will be supported by a skills and careers hub
West Midlands seeks £5m partner for ‘significant digital transformation’ – PublicTechnology
The combined authority for the region including the cities of Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton and more has revealed that it intends to deliver an upgrade programme covering systems, skills and more
PAC cites skills shortfall in ‘uneven’ public sector AI adoption – PublicTechnology
The parliamentary committee has encouraged Whitehall to ensure that it is not only getting the most out of new tech, but also realising the ‘enormous’ innovation potential of frontline staff
Ex-Whitehall head honcho creates consultancy and takes on engagement with top tech firm – PublicTechnology
Government’s former most senior civil servant Simon Case has established a new venture, and his initial programmes of work will include advising the world’s foremost provider of HR software systems
Scottish Government offers digital inclusion funding – PublicTechnology
Pot of almost half a million pounds will provide up to £50,000 apiece to councils, charities and research entities in order to help promote and widen digital participation of citizens
Digital platform to enable officials to find Whitehall mentors – PublicTechnology
A new tech tool, which replaces an Excel spreadsheet, will enable departmental employees to connect with peers from across government and obtain personalised coaching sessions to support their professional development
Government ‘planning for varied outcomes’ of AI on the labour market – PublicTechnology
A minister at Whitehall’s tech department has claimed that this administration is keeping a close track on both the possible upsides and harms that could be caused by digital progress
Government CDO concludes term with DSIT perm sec to oversee work of GDS and digital function – PublicTechnology
Chief digital officer Joanna Davinson departs interim role with departmental head Emran Mian to take on oversight of GDS, while future leadership plans are to be confirmed ‘in due course’
Scotland urged to create new digital inclusion plan – PublicTechnology
Despite initiative to provide devices and connectivity to over 1,000 citizens, the national membership body for charities has warned that the country is falling behind the rest of the UK
‘Not just the usual suspects’ – Whitehall digital plan has engaged policy and delivery leaders, GDS exec says – PublicTechnology
Digital centre figurehead Emily Middleton tells techUK’s annual public sector conference that blueprint released in January has prompted significant interest across civil service disciplines, with support networks now ‘springing up’