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Unions warn that restructure could imperil up to 300 jobs

Local authority publishes RFI seeking information on possible implementation of a range of tech systems

Five years after being established, the Data Science Campus of the ONS wants to do more to help address government's biggest policy issues – while still retaining its innovative edge. PublicTechnology finds out more.

Billionaire invited to appear before parliamentary committee

Contract for chillers at Essex site signed without competitive process

Tax agency awards two-year contract to large IT consultancy – but stipulates that it must cultivate an ecosystem of smaller firms

Consultation launched on code of practice for Apple, Google and others – although adherence would be voluntarily

Candidates for roles at transport department will be subject to checks of their online posts

Agency’s dedicated data-science facility looks to make a big contribution to government’s response to rising costs

Public-health agency renews enterprise agreement

Two-year programme of work will encompass new digital platforms and enhancements of existing tools

After newspaper publishes article focused on working habits of head of HM Passport Office, Matthew Rycroft weighs into ongoing row

Contract floated for provider to assist with existing services and possible new features including real-time data feeds

Recommendations from a parliamentary committee for dedicated boardroom space at UKRI are unheeded

Central department stresses importance of ‘highest standards’, given its role in ensuring others’ compliance with regulation

Jacob Rees-Mogg’s efforts to fill departmental offices have been criticised by an array of people

Despite the best efforts of some ministers, the profound changes brought about by the pandemic still offer a singular opportunity to radically rethink how the civil service operates. Dods Research asked more than 200 officials for their thoughts.

Department opens recruitment for senior position

Finance secretary provides update on plan to create ‘tech scaler’ facilities

Boris Johnson acknowledges inevitability of fourth delay to introduction of inspections of plant and animal produce 

Consultancy will support data flows and booking platforms