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New Procurement Act 2023: Key changes and opportunities for suppliers to the public sector

The Procurement Act 2023, coming into place on 24 February 2025, is expected to improve the supply of goods, services, and works to the public sector.

Government outlines new Civil Society Strategy

The government has vowed to launch a new Civil Society Strategy, the first in 15 years, which will build stronger communities by bringing together businesses, charities and the public sector

The chatbot revolution in local councils

John McMahon, Product Director at IEG4, discusses the use of chatbots and how he believes it will revolutionise the future of local councils

Research reveals adolescents should go to the gym to reduce the risk of disability

A new study has revealed that muscular weakness is directly linked with disability later on in life, but exercise could help reduce the risk 

Supported housing funding to be retained in welfare system

Housing benefit will be kept in place for all those living in supported housing, the government has announced

New data shows a decrease in deaths from hepatitis C

New data published by Public Health England (PHE) show that deaths from hepatitis C-related end-stage liver disease have fallen by 11% in 2017 compared to the previous year

Understanding and managing lone worker risk

Javier Colado, SVP of International Sales at Everbridge shares his views on understanding and managing lone worker risk, with a focus on helping to keep people safe and businesses running.

Breaking barriers: The journey to digitally transforming public services

Shawn Kingsberry, VP, Digital Government and Citizen Services at Unisys charts the journey to digitally transforming public services.

Millennials and aviation: Developing sustainable technologies

Jürgen Wiese, Chairman of European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) states the case for why millennials should fly with us, including the role of developing sustainable technologies in the aviation sector.

Blockchain supports nurses in the continuity of health and social care

Secretary General of the European Federation of Nurses Associations (EFN), Paul De Raeve explains how blockchain technology supports nurses in Europe where the continuity...

Blockchain: Success in government procurement requires more than just investment

Paul Parker from SolarWinds argues that where blockchain is concerned, success in government procurement requires more than just investment.

New technology to spearhead education revolution

Education Secretary Damian Hinds has challenged the tech industry to launch an education revolution for schools, colleges and universities

Millennials wiling to pay someone to complete handy tasks and household chores

The younger generation may be digital natives who know the ins and outs of the latest apps and social media platforms, but it seems they’re not as ‘handy’ at tasks or household chores compared to the older generation

Financial worries could hamper workplace productivity and lead to absenteeism

Mental health is one of the biggest causes of sickness absence in the UK, according to the Office for National Statistics[1]. And a new white paper for employers, published by credit information provider Equifax, underlines the impact of financial worries on the mental health of workers 

Public sector digital transformation is critical in light of cyber-attack threat

When introduced efficiently, digital transformation undoubtedly has a positive impact on the quality and accessibility of public services in the UK, with investment in digital tools becoming a key element of the government’s future planning strategies

Codeine revealed as big killer in recent research

The Office for National Statistics has today revealed that the number of drug-related deaths in England and Wales is the highest since records began, with opiate-based prescription painkiller Codeine claiming 20% more lives this year compared to last

Why security is the most important part of the passport making process

Renaud Laffont-Leenhardt, Gemalto’s Director for Travel Documents, comments on why security is the most important part of the passport making process in this detailed article

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