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Editor’s choice of ICT items of note:

techUK publish evidence pack making the case for continued investment in digital transformation for health and care

Illegal sexual behaviour online including sharing and threatening to share intimate images and cyberflashing targeted in new CPS guidance

Cyberflashing, epilepsy-trolling and fake news to put online abusers behind bars from today

International expertise to drive International AI Safety Report

UK will miss AI goldrush unless Government adopts a more positive vision

New ICO campaign promotes sharing data to safeguard children

Making the internet safer for all

UK teens experience spike in online harm during Covid-19 pandemic

Why size and risk matter in our approach to online safety
 

Revolutionising Social Care with AI: Weds 7th February 12:00-13:15

Meeting outcomes for residents and supporting carers within existing resources is a significant challenge for social care.As councils seek innovative solutions, the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force. AI not only has the potential to streamline the entire spectrum of assessment processes at the digital front door, but also to deliver improved outcomes and provide substantial financial benefits.

Who Should Attend?This webinar will explore how AI is revolutionising social care and is a must for local government officials and council members, social care professionals, policy makers, and anyone interested in the future transformation of social care.

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

Over 5,500 nursing associates working in the NHS with more to come under NHS Long Term Workforce Plan

Unaffordable housing risks harming health and well-being in Wales

Government orders NHS trust review following Nottingham killings

Updated NICE guidance recommends more targeting of antibiotics to those at the highest risk of suspected sepsis

Housing First research highlights huge cross-sector impact

Tooth decay rates in children in Wales fall, but issues remain

Update on review into mental health inpatient services

Transition to NRFit™ connectors for intrathecal and epidural procedures, and delivery of regional blocks

NHS launches national BRCA gene testing programme to identify cancer risk early

New breast screening figures prompt fresh uptake appeal

Over 10,000 NHS pharmacies begin treating people for common conditions
 
Editor’s choice of Business / Commercial items of note:

£14 million for marine and fishing businesses

Government backs SMEs with new Help to Grow campaign and small business council

2024 Business Council launched

Independent Venues Week: funding announced to music venues across Wales

Act now to claim dormant funds held by the Court Funds Office

Sellafield Ltd announces £2.8m funding for digital and gaming hub

The King's Fund responds to the Labour Party’s plans for the UK life sciences sector

Update on UKRI doctoral funding and training

Northern Ireland grassroots sports projects to receive nearly £6 million in funding

The King's Fund responds to the latest ONS life expectancy data
 
Editor’s choice of Policy & General items of note:

Man jailed for attempting to smuggle migrants out of the UK

Man arrested in National Crime Agency people smuggling investigation

Private sector growth momentum remains weak – CBI growth indicator

The Queen opened Maggie's new cancer support centre at the Royal Free Hospital

Former Cheshire Constabulary officer who abused his position for a sexual purpose found guilty of misconduct in public office

European farmers protests show the need for a just transition to Net Zero

Joint Statement of the Transition Board’s Third Meeting

IOPC investigation into police actions prior to a fatal collision in Wiltshire is continuing

£38 million taste of success for Welsh food and drink

Ban on unregistered XL Bully dogs now in force

techUK welcomes Labour’s life sciences plan
 
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:

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