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AI in government: The need for human foundations
WEBSep 10, 2024 · In recent weeks, the UK government has taken a more bullish approach to artificial intelligence in the public sector. While the King’s Speech initially gave a muted impression regarding its prominence, subsequent statements and actions have made it clear that AI is a priority for the current administration. The parliamentary debate on technology in public services on 2 September highlighted ...
MoD kickstarts constellation of military satellites
WEBAug 21, 2024 · Tyche is the first of a constellation of satellites set to be delivered by the MoD’s space-based ISR programme by 2031. It is understood some of these future spacecrafts will be able to see through clouds and even eavesdrop on radio transmissions. Minister for defence procurement Maria Eagle said: “Tyche will …
Police Scotland to launch dedicated cybercrime unit
WEBSep 26, 2024 · Police Scotland will launch a new cyber and fraud division in response to the increasing rate of cybercrime across the country. The new specialist group will work with other UK agencies and partners to provide a co-ordinated approach to cyber-related issues, which the force said are likely to increase in “complexity” by 2030.
Interview: The Crown Prosecution Service’s digital transformation …
WEBJul 17, 2017 · And the CPS intends to replicate the modernisation work of its partners in the Crown Court in other areas of information-sharing. Because, while the various strands of the criminal justice system may have successfully moved away from paper in their case-documentation procedures, the supply of evidence from law enforcement to prosecutors still all-too-frequently requires outmoded methods.
Emergency meeting: Home Office signs Google Meet deal in case …
WEBAug 22, 2024 · The Home Office has signed a near-£40,000 deal for the provision of enterprise-grade video technology from Google – to provide an alternative option for officials to hold meetings if Microsoft Teams systems are ever inaccessible. The contract was awarded a month after millions of Microsoft users around the world – including in the UK ...
Deloitte signed to £50m deal to support delivery of GOV.UK App
WEBAug 21, 2024 · The Government Digital Service has picked long-time supplier partner Deloitte to fulfil a potential £50m deal to support the delivery of the new GOV.UK App. The deal came into effect on 24 July and runs for two years, during which time up to £42m – plus VAT – will be spent with the consultancy, equating to a total potential value of £50.4m.
GDS and CDDO complete DSIT move as new ‘AI
WEBAug 1, 2024 · GDS employs about 750 people, while CDDO has around 200 staff. The Incubator for Artificial Intelligence – typically referred to as i.AI – was launched in November 2023 “to help departments harness the potential AI”. The unit started with 30 employees and plans to recruit a further 40 were announced earlier this year.
UK to introduce digital driving licences – PublicTechnology
WEBSep 21, 2021 · Credit: PA. The UK is to introduce digital driving licences as part of a package of technology and process reforms. The government’s intention is also to reduce – if not eliminate – the use of physical test certificates and provisional licences. The process of obtaining an MOT will also be digitised. Alongside these reforms of transport ...
Embracing the digital age: A mission-driven framework for local ...
WEBAug 14, 2024 · The Local Government Association recently published a framework intended to help councils embark on digitisation programmes. Alex Coley explains why the initiative is a ‘call to action’ for the sector. Local government in the England is at a crossroads. The digital age promises unprecedent