UK Government

Using AI and digital tools to revolutionise public services

The UK government has announced the start of a new plan that hopes to overhaul public services through technology, promising to cut delays, reduce waste and improve efficiency across Whitehall.

Test & Trace: A permanent fixture in the new normal?

Now that we are living in a country that is largely free from Coronavirus restrictions, will Test & Trace remain part of our new normal? Rhian Gorecki, Research Manager at Walnut UNLIMITED explores here.

UK approves Pfizer and AstraZeneca for third COVID dose

The UK medicine regulator approved both Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines as a third COVID dose - for use in a new UK booster scheme.

Why are young people in the UK vaccine hesitant?

ONS data finds that young people are distrustful of the vaccine, the UK Government, and anyone encouraging vaccine take-up - alongside the perception that COVID will not threaten their lives.

NHS budgets must be reviewed to tackle the cancer backlog

Dee Mathieson, Managing Director at Elekta Ltd, believes that NHS budgets need to directly address the cancer backlog - which remains the second largest cause of death, globally.

US Government inflexible on Afghanistan exit deadline

As reports of an explosion outside Kabul airport roll in, the US Government remains adamant that Tuesday (31 August) will remain the deadline for evacuation.

Alternatives to Government support for businesses affected by COVID

Edward Wade, Content Author and Technical SEO at Wilson Field, explores some of the alternative initiatives businesses can use to help themselves through tough times.

Will EU supply chain issues encourage local economic growth in the UK?

By discussing how Brexit has affected trade between the EU and the UK, we can explore how the UK economy may experience local economic growth and how businesses should reinforce their operations to succeed in this new era of regulated trade.

Taking back control to combat COVID misconceptions 

Francesca Gargaglia, COO and CBO, Amity, argues that although social media platforms should be responsible for preventing the spread of COVID-19 misinformation, government agencies should build their own communities that build trust and promote well-informed discussions.

IPCC Report: The reality of climate change in undeniable terms

The IPCC released an extensive report on the current state of the world's climate and the changing planet, but what did it say about the future of our oceans?

Self-isolation rules removed for fully vaccinated close contacts

Fully vaccinated individuals will no longer be legally required to self-isolate if they come into contact with a positive COVID-19 case.

Six ‘must haves’ for Boris’ levelling up vision

Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, shares with us the six ‘must haves’ for Boris’ levelling up agenda.

Levelling up the UK with small charities and community causes

Steve Butterworth, CEO, Neighbourly, calls for policymakers and businesses to prioritise the power of small charities and community causes in order to level up the UK.

UCAS say record number of students got their first choice university

On A-level results day, a record 395,770 students have gotten the grades to secure their first choice university - which means 91% of incoming university students are where they wanted to be.

Fibre optic cables fed through water pipes in UK broadband trial

Fibre optic cables will be fed through water pipes in a new UK Government broadband trial to connect more hard-to-reach homes.

Researchers to make trees more resilient to climate change

Six research teams across the UK will receive a share of £10.5 million to help trees adapt to climate change and capture greenhouse gas emissions.

UK lost over 75,000 environmental jobs in last five years

According to Labour, the UK Government lost 75,000 environmental jobs over the last five years - including jobs in solar power, onshore wind, renewable electricity and bioenergy.

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