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This guidance is an introduction to the Open Document Format (ODF) standard and how you can select ODF-compliant solutions.
Help your team understand why they need to meet the website and mobile app accessibility regulations.
The home of Central Digital and Data Office on GOV.UK. The Central Digital and Data Office is part of the Cabinet Office. We lead the Government Digital and Data function for government.
The UK government's design principles and examples of how they've been used.
How to use chatbots and webchat tools to improve your users’ experience of your service.
The Cabinet Office spend controls help organisations to reduce unnecessary spend and encourage cross-government collaboration.
The report for the Request a Standard or Enhanced DBS check alpha reassessment on 14/06/2023
The Technology Code of Practice is a set of criteria to help government design, build and buy technology.
The Generative AI Framework for HMG is guidance on using generative AI safely and securely for civil servants and people working in government organisations.
Learn how to publish accessible documents to meet the needs of all users under the accessibility regulations.
Sample accessibility statement for a fictional public sector website or app, including sample wording and guidance on what to include.
The government introduced a ‘Cloud First’ policy in 2013 for all technology decisions.
A list of service assessments and self certifications
This standard sets expectations for the management of digital, data and technology in government
A new brand, Government Digital and Data, has been launched today to bring together the growing number of digital and tech specialists working in government to improve public services in the long-term.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The Data Maturity Assessment for Government helps public sector organisations to measure, improve and maintain the health and strength of their data ecosystems.
A service must be in compliance with all applicable data privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018
If you're having trouble accessing a public sector website or mobile app, find out how to request alternative formats or report the issue to get it fixed.
Learn how to check if your website or mobile app is accessible.
Guidance for public sector organisations on how to use data appropriately and responsibly when planning, implementing, and evaluating a new policy or service.
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