Welcome to Government Digital and Data
Welcome to Government Digital and Data
We're excited to introduce you to 'Government Digital and Data' - the new name for our blog.
Turning research into action at the AI in Government and Academia Summit
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Tommaso Spinelli, Senior Artificial Intelligence Change Manager, GDS, Posted on:
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AI, Government Digital and Data
Exploring how cutting edge academic research can shape AI adoption in government at the 2025 AI in Government and Academia Summit.
DataConnect25: How public sector data delivers real benefits for users
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Rachael Richards, Data Community Lead, GDS, Posted on:
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Data, Digital learning and development, Government Digital and Data
Next month DataConnect is back again for a fifth year. This year’s ‘for the community, by the community’ event is for the first time themed around using data to deliver benefits for users.
Ready to grow your digital skills? Get Tech Certified this Autumn
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Martin Turner, Senior Change Delivery Manager, Posted on:
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Digital learning and development, Digital transformation, Government Digital and Data
This Autumn, Get Tech Certified offers an opportunity to gain free, recognised digital qualifications to help sharpen your skills and boost your career.
How do we test and assure AI in Government?
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Mibin Boban, Head of Quality Engineering, Digital Identity, Posted on:
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AI, Digital transformation, Government Digital and Data
Testing and evaluating AI is different. We have a framework that helps public sector teams test systems, evaluate AI models and provide assurance that AI is safe, fair and effective.
New courses on accessibility and user research – now live on FutureLearn!
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Thomas Munley, Senior Learning Design Manager, GDS, Posted on:
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Digital learning and development, Digital strategy, Digital transformation, Government Digital and Data
Government Digital Service is pleased to announce the launch of two new, free-to-access courses on user research and accessibility on FutureLearn! Read on to find out how you can join.
DSIT Seeks AI Experts for New Responsible AI Advisory Panel
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Ben Kelly - Senior Policy Advisor, Posted on:
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AI, Cross-government strategy, Digital transformation, Government Digital and Data
Read about the new GDS Responsible AI Advisory Panel and the recruitment process to find panel members, who will help shape the UK's approach to building responsible AI in the public sector.
Celebrating AI Appreciation Day with AI Accelerator
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Anna Gasparini, Project Manager, Workforce and Capability, GDS and Laura Clarke, Digital Capability Lead, Workforce and Capability, GDS, Posted on:
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AI, Digital strategy, Digital transformation
The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and so are the skills needed to navigate it. Join us as we explore how the AI Accelerator Programme, an initiative empowering Data Scientists to become Machine Learning experts, is driving the next wave of government innovation. Hear firsthand from the first cohort about their experiences as well as …
AI in Government and Academia: call for papers now open
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Tommaso Spinelli, Senior Artificial Intelligence Change Manager, GDS, Posted on:
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Categories:
AI, Cross-government strategy, DDaT community
Join our first ‘AI in Government and Academia’ conference in Manchester: submit your paper, share your work, and shape the future of AI!
Government Digital and Data at Civil Service Live 2025
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GDS, Posted on:
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Cross-government strategy, Data, DDaT community, DDaT events, Government Digital and Data
Visit our biggest offer to date at Civil Service Live 2025 to network, get interactive with Government Digital Service products and participate in live demos at venues across the UK.
Launching the AI Insights series
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Tommaso Spinelli, Senior Artificial Intelligence Change Manager, GDS, Posted on:
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Categories:
AI, Digital strategy, Digital transformation, Government Digital and Data
As AI continues to play a central role in the UK Government's agenda for economic growth and improved public services, it is crucial to address both the opportunities and the practical challenges of AI implementation in government.
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