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Open Public Services (OPS) is the government’s reform programme for public services. We work with people across government, local government, the private sector and civil society to make sure that everyone has access to the best possible public services. OPS...
Types of school and how they're run - community schools, academies, free schools, faith schools, state boarding schools.
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The government introduced a ‘Cloud First’ policy in 2013 for all technology decisions.
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Rules on what motor insurance you need, what to do if you're in an accident, insurance for driving abroad, penalties for uninsured vehicles and drivers.
Decide which activities are business or non-business for VAT purposes if you're a local authority or other public body.
Charity trustees must 'have regard' to the Charity Commission's public benefit guidance when carrying out activities to which it's relevant.
Guidance on building and using artificial intelligence in the public sector.
Terms of Reference and FAQs for the Committee's review into artificial intelligence and public standards.
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