Diplomacy and tact in cross-border contract exits
Here, David Vaughan and Sneha Nainwal illuminate what really happens in the geopolitical shifts between countries: they discuss changes of government, the complexities of foreign law, and exiting binding cross-border contracts.
Pride month: Trans rights, religion and the impact of Stonewall
In this interview, Philip Baldwin talks to Nishat from Open Access Government about Pride, LGBT activism in harmony with his religion, the increasingly hostile political climate and the impact of Stonewall 50 years on.
Council collaboration driving improved citizen services
Over half (58%) of local authorities are now providing shared services, in order to reduce costs and drive improved citizen engagement, according to new figures.
The evolution of local authorities: Transforming to become more customer-centric
Propelled by new technologies and changing consumer attitudes, local government as with many other public sector services is looking at ways to become more customer-centric. Yet what does this mean in practice and how exactly can it be achieved?.
New report urges Government to improve its digital capabilities
A Science and Technology Committee report has concluded that the Government must improve its digital capabilities in order to enhance the relationship between citizens and the State.
New boost for UK-India tech startup sectors
New initiative launched in India to give startups the skills they need to grow their business and drive UK-India tech collaboration.
How can we help solve the housing crisis?
Here, Cleveland Containers discuss four ways in which we can help solve the housing crisis in the UK.
The housing crisis and garden villages
In this piece, we take a look at the potential impact of garden villages, including regional implications, what the result might be for new buyers, and follow on trends.
G-Cloud 11 increases with 700 suppliers
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has announced the imminent launch of the latest version of the G-Cloud procurement framework with 700 extra suppliers from the previous version.
UK becomes first major economy to pass net zero emissions laws
The UK today became the first major economy to pass net zero emissions laws to end its contribution to global warming by 2050.
New bill to see animal abusers jailed for up to 5 years
Michael Gove has announced a new bill to enable tougher prison sentences for the worst animal abusers which will be introduced to Parliament today.
New homes for adults with learning disabilities underway in Halifax
Work has begun to transform a former court building in Halifax into apartments for adults with learning disabilities, supported by £270,000 of funding from Homes England.
Challenges in using data across government
The National Audit Office (NAO) has published a report examining how government uses data to implement its policies and reform public services.
New ILO global treaty to control violence against workers
A new International Labour Organization (ILO) global treaty adopted on 21 June, 2019 will improve protections for workers facing violence and harassment.
The housing crisis: UK refugees and asylum seekers
In this article, Eleri Griffiths explores the reality for refugees who survive the UK asylum process, how to help them with housing, and dismantles misconceptions about why refugees are here in the UK.
Court of Appeal: UK to stop arms export to Saudi Arabia
Today (20th June) the UK Court of Appeal has ruled the UK arms export to Saudi Arabia to be illegal, after an extended court case evidencing that Saudi arms enable the ongoing violence in Yemen.
Kevin Cunnington to take on new International Government Services role
Head of Government Digital Service, Kevin Cunnington will take on new role promoting government services around the world.
UK immigration: Time to abandon the Conservative target
In this article, Sophie Barrett-Brown and Miglena Ilieva from Laura Devine Solicitors discuss attitudes to immigration in Britain and how the Conservative Party has failed to enforce their reductions.
Sudan has shutdown the internet to stop protests
Sudan’s ongoing internet shutdown is a gross violation of human rights and should be lifted immediately, along with stopping ongoing violent attacks against protesters.
Violent police force against Hong Kong protesters
In Hong Kong, protesters who are fighting the implementation of an Extradition law have faced violent police force.
