Government Digital and Data

Innovation in action: highlights from the Local Government Innovation Hackathon

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The Local Government Innovation Hackathon brought 150 people together to design fast, data-driven solutions to homelessness and temporary accommodation.

DataConnect25: How public sector data delivers real benefits for users

Five reasons to attend DataConnect25

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.

New courses on accessibility and user research – now live on FutureLearn!

Want to learn more about user research in government? Interested in accessibility? Here are two courses that are perfect for you!

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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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.

Launching the AI Insights series

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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.