WIREDGOV NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

Editor’s choice of ICT items of note:

Construction starts at Manchester government hub as ‘cyber corridor’ plans accelerate

UK leads Western Europe's largest cyber warfare exercise

Minister of State announces UKG investment for NI’s Cyber Security industry

Full fibre to reach half of homes, as competition drives better broadband
 

FINAL CALL! Launching soon: The first ever UK Government Regulatory Technology Report*.

Join Objective’s upcoming webinar Wednesday (1 March, 12-1pm),as we uncover 6 key industry insights following our research into the adoption of regulatory technology across UK government.

We’ll be asking our panel of government regulators and experts to share their thoughts, insights and experiences on such findings, including:

  • Leanne Oxley - Director of Enforcement and Intelligence, Gambling Commission
  • Alex Williams OBE - Deputy Director, Business Frameworks, BEIS
  • Mark Sutton – Chief Digital Officer, Care Quality Commission

Don’t miss out! Register today to join the discussion and receive the report.
*All registrants will be the first to access the UK Government Regulatory Technology Report, covering the findings in detail.

 
Editor’s choice of Health, Social Care & Homelessness related items of note:

Maternity services at King's Mill Hospital remain rated as good following CQC inspection

NHS website sees demand for burns advice almost double on Pancake Day

NICE recommends 3 treatments for COVID-19 in final draft guidance

People in Wales help others to protect and improve their own mental well-being

Leeds Health and Social Care Hub launches to improve outcomes across the region

New figures show NHS workforce most diverse it has ever been

Improved system of organ use to save lives

Hundreds of thousands of women experiencing menopause symptoms to get cheaper Hormone Replacement Therapy

NHS cuts elective backlog with longest waiters down a quarter in one month

Audit Wales - Urgent action needed to tackle dysfunctionality within the board at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

BBC presenter to host celebration of health achievements

Mental health and policing
 
Editor’s choice of Business / Commercial items of note:

HMRC reminds businesses about new VAT penalties and interest payments

Retail sales growth stalls ahead of expected drop next month - CBI Quarterly Distributive Trades Survey

Bus funding extended after council warnings – LGA on cash extension

‘Protecting most vulnerable is crucial’: LGA responds to Household Support Fund

City fund managers sentenced to 12 years for $8m fraud

Funding to help nature projects grow

UPDATE: Three city workers sentenced in a $8.45m hedge and wealth fund fraud

£56 million of public and industry funding electrifies chargepoint plans across the country

The King's Fund responds to the updated ONS data on changes in Covid-19 mortality
 
Editor’s choice of Policy & General items of note:

Merseyside Police officer under investigation following death of Rachael Moore in Liverpool

LGA: Expand free school meals to save nearly £500 per pupil for under-pressure families

Scottish Parliament refuses consent for Retained EU Law Bill

Concerns over trial arraignment leads to case being referred by the CCRC

Wales sea-ing a big boost in cruise calls in 2023

The Queen Consort, joined by The King, celebrates The Queen's Reading Room with members of the literary community

Chief Constable tribute

David Rossington appointed Interim Commissioner for the Gambling Commission

North West group arrested in suspected property fraud where victims lost life savings

Key role for GAD at climate conference

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland sets the NI Regional Rate

Schools will need help to cope with AI-generated homework, computing teachers warn
 
SME Supplier Locator update...

With the officially stated target and ongoing drive for SME’s to receive £1 of every £3 spent on government contracts, UK public sector spend with SME’s is continually on the increase.

Against this ambitious backdrop, the WiredGov Supplier Locator service has been developed specifically to embrace the SME Agenda and provide the ideal platform for SME’s to promote their services, solutions, accreditation and success stories directly to our ever increasing audience across all government and public sector verticals and Tier 1 suppliers.

Recent arrivals to the SME Supplier Locator service include:

Click here to find out more.

Yozobi

 
Please choose from the links below to view individual sections of interest:
ESPO

ESPO is a customer-focused, public sector owned professional buying organisation. We’re committed to getting the most for our customers by pursuing best practice in procurement, sourcing, supply chain partner support and management, contract management and EU compliance.

Latest


Lubricating Oils, Greases and Anti-Freeze (106) is live

Sourcing high-quality and cost-effective lubricating oils, greases, antifreeze and associated ancillary items, can often be difficult and time consuming. This framework provides the supply and delivery of a comprehensive range of these goods across the whole of the UK, by suppliers who have been ...


Math-terpiece Fun: Unlocking Math Adventures with Rekenreks
Rekenreks, sometimes referred to as counting frames or arithmetic racks, are hands-on maths teaching resources that help young children develop their early mathematical skills. The main characteristic of rekenreks is that they have the five-structure built in, which helps children develop ...


Spring creative craft inspiration for the whole class!
It's time to inspire your class to get creative for all the springtacular events taking place throughout the term! We have a dedicated Spring Creative Craft collection containing all the resources you need to brighten your classroom and celebrate the events this spring. To help get you ...


Craft for Wellbeing with Pritt!
For Children’s Mental Health Week (6-12 February), Pritt have partnered with Place2Be, a charity with over 28 years’ experience working in schools to improve the social, emotional, and mental wellbeing of children and young people in the crucial formative years of their lives. ...


Supplier Feature - DADA Enterprises
Laying the foundations to deliver your Project StrategyIncreasing your ability to manage accelerated digital, economic, and cultural change.The challenges of dealing with COVID-19, the EU Exit, the cost of living pressures and the Net Zero Carbon agenda are all placing significant pressure for ...