Department awards two-year deal to Berkshire-based specialist

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.

Whitehall’s in-house lawyers create role to oversee ongoing use of hybrid working

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

Reports claim that chancellor was advised that payments of legacy benefits could only be increased once a year

Positions cover digital identity and online user experience

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

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

Agency to establish ‘electronic link’ with department, minister claims

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

All benefit claimants will be moved over to unified system by the end of 2024

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.

The Declaration on Government Reform could be another failed opportunity, a think tank has warned

Consultancy will support data flows and booking platforms

Consultancy will support work to deliver Technology Sourcing Programme, which aims to revamp IT procurement

Only one in five currently uses software as part of their bookkeeping set-up

Chosen applicant will have oversight of major digital and data programmes

Almost three in five firms picked for procurement vehicle are considered SMEs

Junior minister becomes the 12th parliamentarian in less than seven years to oversee digital government initiatives