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UK cyber security a boost through new investments, strategies and standards

Cybersecurity remains a crucial component in the UK's security landscape. With this in mind, the UK government has launched a new wave of government initiatives aimed at strengthening national resilience, building digital skills, and supporting cyber innovation.

NHS waiting list misses target: Nearly 10 million people await treatment

Recent Office for National Statistics (ONS) data has revealed almost 10 million individuals are waiting for crucial NHS appointments or treatments.

Public sector spending: The Procurement Act 2023

In an aim to transform the landscape of public sector spending, the Procurement Act 2023 is set to show in a new era of regulations governing how the UK government allocates its vast procurement budget, estimated at around £300 billion annually.

Leicester City Council cyberattack exposes sensitive data

Leicester City Council has fallen victim to a recent cyberattack attack, leaving its phone and computer systems disabled since March 7th.

UK Government invests £1.73 million in AI projects to drive green transition

The UK government has allocated £1.73 million in funding to support innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects to reduce carbon emissions across critical sectors.

China state-affiliated cyber actors target UK democratic institutions

The UK government has called out China's state-affiliated actors for engaging in cyber activities aimed at damaging UK democratic institutions and individuals.

Impact Evaluation Standard to be used by HMRC to assess social value

The Impact Evaluation Standard (IES) will now provide HMRC with the ability to ensure suppliers' social value commitments are evaluated correctly when evaluating bids and ensure suppliers are upholding the social value commitments which were evaluated when the contract was awarded.

The Importance of early cardiac screening for young people

Drawing on the charity’s work, Dr Steven Cox, Chief Executive of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), explains why the UK Government must re-think its approach to specialist cardiac screening to reduce mortality among young people with conditions that can cause sudden cardiac death.

UK inflation hits lowest point in over two years

UK inflation has dropped to its lowest level over two years, at 3.4% for the year leading up to February.

Debt Awareness Week: 6.7 million Brits face financial difficulties

6.7 million individuals in Britain struggle with financial difficulties, according to a recent report by Debt Justice.

British government extends deadline for banks to combat rising fraud

The UK government has announced measures granting banks 72 hours to scrutinise suspicious transactions before processing payments.

Councils in financial distress: Exploring income generation through economic development

Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, examines UK councils in financial distress, stating that income generation through a commitment to economic development must be explored.

Digital adoption: Ten tips for local government to save money through unprecedented austerity

Here Mark Gannon, Director of Client Solutions at Netcall explores ten tips to ensure successful digital adoption to help local government save money through continued austerity.

UK government backs the development of sewer power project to heat homes

In an announcement from the UK Government, over 2,000 homes and businesses could expect to be heated with sewer power as part of a new Green Heating Project backed by £11 million.

Migrants, immigrants, democracy and voting rights: The unheard voices of Britain

With voting rights at risk for certain demographics, it is more important than ever that we reinforce trust in the British democratic system and give a voice to all residents who call Britain home, argues Alina Vaduva, Royal Docks School of Business and Law.

Local government’s financial crisis: Are local institutions disappearing?

One in five English councils on the brink of bankruptcy: What will it take to save them?

Britain has a plan to let aid through in Gaza

After an assessment by the World Food Program (WFP), the hunger crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point.

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