Spend recovery services: Get what you pay for – and only pay for what...
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS), an executive agency sponsored by the UK’s Cabinet Office, reveals their work around spend recovery services
EU-Africa relations: The challenges for a renewed partnership
Dr Alex Vines OBE and Tighisti Amare from The Royal Institute of International Affairs, Chatham House discuss their views on EU-Africa relations and the challenges ahead for a renewed partnership.
Government believe technology is transforming the public sector
A recent survey conducted by Fujitsu, has revealed that 86% of civil servants are certain that technology is driving a positive change in the UK government.
Should local authorities take simple steps towards GDPR compliance?
Organisations across the UK could face huge fines if they are found to be non-compliant against new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) which will be enforced from the 25th May.
Survey shows decline in the number of UK forecourts since 2017
A survey held by the Energy Institute (EI) concluded that the amount of forecourts in the UK has dropped slightly since the end of...
Rockford Associates: A professional firm of recovery audit specialists
Ray Dorney, Director at Rockford Associates Limited explores the work of this leading professional firm of recovery audit specialists.
Government announces new funding for immersive technologies
£33 million from the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund will support immersive technologies, with opportunities for businesses and researchers to work together
Government announces new cyber security export strategy to protect UK and allies
International Trade Secretary Dr Liam Fox launched the government’s new Cyber Security Export Strategy (Monday 26 March) to promote the UK’s world-leading expertise and strengthen defence capabilities in the UK and allied countries
Britain’s world-leading creative industries to benefit from £150 million deal
As part of a brand new Industrial Strategy Deal announced today (28th March 2018), the government has teamed up with the Creative Industries Council (CIC), to invest a whopping £150 million into the creative industries, securing the country’s position as a global creative powerhouse.
New manifesto sets out path for biggest modernisation of public services
A new manifesto calling for the most radical modernisation of public services in Britain since the birth of the Welfare State launched yesterday at the Institute for Government
Taking steps to equal the voting age across the UK
The Association of Colleges and the National Union of Students have launched a campaign which aims to equal the voting age across the UK to 16
How much can first-time buyers expect to pay in 2018?
Sellhousefast.uk has sought to find out the current state of the housing market as now is said to be a great time to be first-time buyers in the UK
PIMFA comments on Brexit Transition Deal
Following the announcement that negotiators have reached an initial deal on the Brexit transition period within the framework of the Draft Withdrawal Agreement published on 19th March 2018, John Barrass, EU Expert and Deputy CEO at PIMFA, said:
Is the UK Industrial Strategy fit for the future?
Lawrence Conway, Institute of Economic Development (IED) board member and Chief Executive of South Lakeland District Council, shares his views on the UK Industrial Strategy and asks if it is fit for the future
Extremism Commissioner confirms plans for 2018
Lead Commissioner for Countering Extremism, Sara Khan, has set out her plans to engage and consult, produce a comprehensive study and make recommendations to government
Government commits to further support for neighbourhood planning
Housing Minister Dominic Rabb has announced that more communities across England will be able to get free access to expert advice and guidance to help make their neighbourhood vision a reality
Less than half of Scottish government representatives believe the region will achieve its digital...
A recent report from Civica reveals what must be done for Scotland to achieve its digital vision of becoming a digital nation by 2020
Space Industry Act to unlock billions for the UK economy
Government plans to add billions of pounds to the UK economy and create hundreds of high-skilled jobs by unlocking opportunities in the new space age
Will Brexit affect the future of personal injury claims?
Many lawyers across the UK are concerned with the impact Brexit will have on future personal injury claims. Law firm, Tilly Bailey and Irvine – experts in medical negligence cases – has looked into how UK lawyers, clients and practices will adapt to a post-Brexit climate.
European Economic and Social Committee (EESC)
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the driving force of the European economy and have huge potential to contribute to its development.
