Resources on the topic of Digital

Social media guidance

On 17 May 2012 the Cabinet Office announced the publication of guidance for civil servants on the use of social media as well as guidance for departments to overcome the technical barriers to civil servants accessing the internet and social media channels.

Thu, 17/05/2012

Identity Assurance: Enabling Trusted Transactions

The Identity Assurance Programme is a core element of the ‘digital by default’ policy pursued by the Government Digital Service within the Cabinet Office.

Mon, 14/05/2012

Open Standards: Open Opportunities - Flexibility and efficiency in Government IT

The cost of the Government’s IT is currently too high and needs to be reduced. There is a lack of market diversity in existing government contracts. A more diverse market and level-playing field for access to government IT contracts is needed to improve competition, reduce cost and improve public service outcomes.

Tue, 07/02/2012

Open Data measures in the Autumn Statement 2011

This document gives further detail on the Open Data measures published in the 2011 Autumn Statement.

Tue, 29/11/2011

List of .gov.uk domain names

The list of .gov.uk domain names and the onwers of such domains across government.

Fri, 28/10/2011

Open Central Government Websites

The list of central government websites available to the public as of 1 October 2011.

Fri, 28/10/2011

The Government IT Profession

The Government IT Profession is the professional group for all people working in public sector IT. The ICT Strategy sets out the work the Government IT Profession is taking forward to drive the development of a more professional government IT workforce to ensure that the public sector has capable people and capable organisations, delivering and managing excellent IT.

Thu, 27/10/2011

Making Open Data Real: A Public Consultation

The Open Data consultation paper sets out Government’s proposed approach for Transparency and Open Data Strategy, which is aimed at establishing a culture of openness and transparency in public services. We want to hear from everyone – citizens, businesses, public services themselves, and other interest groups – on how we can best embed a culture of openness and transparency in our public services. 

Thu, 04/08/2011

Central Office of Information (COI) review material

Information related to the review of the Central Office of Information (COI) including the final review and recommendations.

Thu, 13/01/2011

Directgov 2010 and Beyond: Revolution Not Evolution

A report from the Digital Champion Martha Lane Fox with recommendations for the future of Directgov sent to the Minister of the Cabinet Office Francis Maude. 

Tue, 23/11/2010

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