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News
08 Nov 2024
Government announces Green Paper on future of scandal-ridden Post Office
Consultation process will enable a wide range of people to air their views on the future of the scandal-hit Post Office Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
08 Nov 2024
Beyond VPNs: The future of secure remote connectivity
As more companies adopt cloud services and remote work, the limitations of VPNs are becoming obvious. We explore what’s next for secure remote connectivity Continue Reading
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News
27 May 2021
Singapore deploys drones to monitor reservoir water quality
Singapore’s national water agency PUB is deploying autonomous drones at six reservoirs to monitor water quality and other activities to improve operational efficiency Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
27 May 2021
NGOs file complaints against Clearview AI in five countries
Privacy and human rights organisations have asked data protection regulators in the UK, France, Austria, Italy and Greece to investigate controversial facial recognition company Clearview AI Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
26 May 2021
Department for Education’s e-learning unpreparedness widens inequality among students
Department is ‘surprisingly resistant’ to a lessons-learned exercise based on findings during Covid, says Public Accounts Committee report Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2021
Google offers free tech skills training to UK jobseekers
Online training in areas such as IT support and UX design will be available through the Department for Work and Pensions Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2021
‘It's a good day when we refer a case,’ CCRC tells MPs during review of Post Office prosecutions
Criminal Cases Review Commission will not allow pressure on its resources to prevent subpostmasters seeking a review of their criminal convictions Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
25 May 2021
GCHQ bulk interception programme breached privacy rights, Strasbourg court rules
European Court of Human Rights finds that the UK’s bulk surveillance programme breached citizens’ privacy rights Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
25 May 2021
IR35: MPs denied vote to amend Finance Bill to ‘curb or kill’ umbrella companies
MPs were denied the opportunity to vote in favour of amending the incoming Finance Bill to ‘curb or kill’ umbrella companies, prompting industry watchers to double down on calls for regulation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Opinion
25 May 2021
Online Safety Bill: an opportunity for tech to get it right
Long-awaited proposals for regulating internet companies still leave much to be defined – and the tech sector must take the lead in finalising a plan that works for society and government Continue Reading
By- Julian David, TechUK
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News
25 May 2021
UK startups lack gender diversity in senior technical roles
Women account for about 2-3% of engineering and technology directors in startups and scaleups, says report Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
UK to have digital border by end of 2025
Home secretary’s plans for immigration reform include border crossing technology, online immigration status service and electronic travel authorisation system Continue Reading
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24 May 2021
Government pumps £166.5m into green technology
The government funding will be awarded to innovators, businesses and academics across the UK to develop technologies in carbon capture, greenhouse gas removal and hydrogen Continue Reading
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24 May 2021
IR35: MPs urged to back ‘curb or kill’ umbrella company-focused Finance Bill amendments
Two amendments to the incoming Finance Bill that have the potential to ban the use of umbrella companies are being voted on by MPs in the House of Commons today Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
23 May 2021
Innovation and skills at the heart of CBI report
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) wants an inclusive and innovative economy, with increased research and development (R&D) investment and better digital intensity and adoption, particularly among SMEs Continue Reading
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21 May 2021
NHS Education for Scotland defends 'decade-long' public cloud deal with AWS
The training arm of NHS Scotland has come under fire from members of the public sector IT supplier community over its decision to award a 10-year cloud contract to AWS Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
21 May 2021
Government Digital Service sets out three-year strategy
The new GDS strategy up to 2024 includes a focus on making Gov.uk a single, trusted source of information, joining up services, and creating a pan-government digital identity solution Continue Reading
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20 May 2021
UK regulators commit to closer cooperation on digital economy
Two UK regulators have issued a joint statement and signed a memorandum of understanding on the need for closer collaboration on digital markets Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
20 May 2021
Government sets out implementation plan for genomics strategy
The 2021-22 implementation plan for government’s 10-year Genome UK strategy includes improving diversity of genomics data, rolling out whole genome sequencing to rare diseases patients, and delivering a proof of concept for a next-generation approach to cancer treatment Continue Reading
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20 May 2021
Subpostmaster campaign group to meet Post Office scandal inquiry chair
The subpostmaster campaign group JFSA refused to cooperate with initial inquiry because it ‘lacked teeth’, but is now willing to talk after it was put on a statutory footing Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
20 May 2021
UK government publishes framework on automated decision-making
The framework focuses on making the use of algorithms and automated decision-making systems within the public sector more ethical, transparent and accountable Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
19 May 2021
‘Nothing off the table’ in statutory Post Office scandal inquiry
The government confirmed that the inquiry into the Post Office Horizon IT scandal will be given statutory status and wider scope Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 May 2021
India’s HCL to hire 1,000 tech professionals in the UK
Indian IT suppliers set to create thousands of IT jobs in the UK, which supports their intention to have more staff based closer to customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 May 2021
UK tech sector grows tenfold in 10 years
Massive expansion of the UK tech sector since 2010 has seen venture capital investment and the number of unicorn businesses increase by factor of 10 Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
18 May 2021
Legacy data and IT issues ‘laid bare’ during Covid-19, says NAO
The pandemic has exposed challenges with legacy data and IT systems in government, and has made the government response more challenging, says the National Audit Office Continue Reading
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18 May 2021
Post Office Horizon inquiry set to be given statutory status with wider powers
The government inquiry into the Post Office Horizon scandal is set to be made statutory with the power to call witnesses under oath and compel provision of evidence Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
18 May 2021
Microsoft EU Data Boundary dubbed ‘smoke and mirrors’
Data protection experts claim Microsoft’s decision to create an EU Data Boundary is a tacit admission that it routinely transfers and processes the personal data of European citizens outside the bloc Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
18 May 2021
Government response to National Data Strategy consultation depicts data as ‘asset, not threat’
Government responds to consultation with a promise of delivery, putting an emphasis on data as an asset, not a threat, and finding respondents keen on levelling up Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
18 May 2021
NHS to issue 30,000 iPads to ambulance crews
Mobile devices will allow crews to send photographs to hospital specialists and access health records while at the scene of incidents, aiming to speed up and improve care Continue Reading
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18 May 2021
Australian budget lends support to digital economy
Australia’s A$1.2bn Digital Economy Strategy ticks most of the right boxes, but some industry experts say areas such as broadband infrastructure and artificial intelligence are still underfunded Continue Reading
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E-Zine
18 May 2021
The real-life consequences of ransomware attacks
In this week’s Computer Weekly, after a ransomware attack shut a major US oil pipeline, we examine the real-life consequences for organisations facing similar threats. We ask the experts for their top tips in reducing datacentre running costs. And we hear how data science skills are helping government make better decisions. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 May 2021
Post Office scandal: The rise of computers and the decline of English justice
The Post Office prosecuted its subpostmasters up and down the country with a zeal that would not have embarrassed the Inquisition Continue Reading
By- Paul Marshall
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News
17 May 2021
Half of UK workforce lacks essential digital skills for work
A ‘hidden middle’ of more than 17 million people do not have the abilities needed to participate and contribute to the digital world in life and at work, study says Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2021
Andy Burnham launches Manchester digital inclusion drive
Greater Manchester mayor announces plan to support under-25s, over-75s and disabled people to get online Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 May 2021
Why new EU rules around artificial intelligence are vital to the development of the sector
Shawn Tan, CEO of global AI ecosystem builder Skymind, explains why the European Union’s new rules on artificial intelligence are a good thing Continue Reading
By- Shawn Tan
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Opinion
17 May 2021
Transparency is essential as we enter the era of ‘government by algorithm’
The public sector is increasingly allowing algorithms to make vital decisions that affect people’s lives – but how do we know those algorithms work or what they do? Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Rees, Reform
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News
14 May 2021
Irish health service hit by major ransomware attack
IT systems in hospitals across Ireland have been switched off following a significant ransomware attack Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 May 2021
More former subpostmasters have criminal convictions quashed
Two former subpostmasters pushed to the brink of suicide after being convicted for financial crimes finally have their names cleared Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
14 May 2021
Dutch police used deep learning model to predict threats to life
Dutch police developed a deep learning model in their EncroChat investigation to predict which messages contain serious threats to life Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
14 May 2021
Cabinet Office launches climate challenges for startups
The Cabinet Office has partnered with government technology accelerator Public to run a programme for startups developing innovative digital and data technologies that can help with some of the most pressing climate issues Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
13 May 2021
Financial and technical obstacles hit Danish datacentre heat recycling plan
A datacentre project in Denmark is grappling with the challenges of reusing waste heat in local central heating systems Continue Reading
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13 May 2021
NHSX data strategy due in ‘a few weeks’
NHSX director of policy and strategy Simon Madden says the long-awaited strategy is expected to “trigger huge debates” on issues such as access, choice and transparency, and will be published in draft form shortly to allow for consultation Continue Reading
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13 May 2021
Too many disconnected systems in government, says minister
Cabinet Office minister Julia Lopez wants to address issues with legacy systems, improve digital skills across government and improve department collaboration, including in procurement Continue Reading
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13 May 2021
Biden beefs up public-private security cooperation
Joe Biden has signed a new Executive Order to harden US cyber security and government networks, with an emphasis on information sharing Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 May 2021
NHS Digital replaces system for collection of GP data
New system designed ‘with interests of patients at its heart’ will provide near-real-time primary care data to support improvements in healthcare and help research Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2021
Fujitsu bags £3bn in public sector contracts while software errors wreck the lives of subpostmasters
The supplier at the centre of the Post Office Horizon scandal has so far escaped the ramifications of its role in the biggest miscarriage of justice in UK history Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
12 May 2021
UK to fund national cyber teams in Global South
Government will commit millions of pounds to supporting vulnerable countries in establishing cyber capacity Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
12 May 2021
Queen’s Speech approaches key themes for UK tech
From online safety to skills for the future, the speech contained several points that are relevant to the industry for the year Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 May 2021
Why the Post Office Horizon scandal kept me awake at night
Reverend Richard Coles tells Computer Weekly why there needs to be a statutory public inquiry into the Post Office Horizon scandal Continue Reading
By- Rev Richard Coles
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News
11 May 2021
AWS, Microsoft and Google secure spots on £750m UK government Cloud Compute framework
Tech giants Amazon, Microsoft, Google, IBM and Oracle are among the suppliers to secure a place on the four-year CCS Cloud Compute framework Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
11 May 2021
Swedish court finds ambiguities in hacked EncroChat cryptophone evidence
Defence lawyer claims evidence obtained by hacking the EncroChat encrypted phone network has ‘no legal’ value following Swedish appeal court ruling Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
11 May 2021
Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack has grave consequences
The ramifications of a major ransomware attack against a US fuel pipeline operator could spread far and wide Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
11 May 2021
Chip supply shortages are hitting hard
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a shortage of semiconductors is affecting industries beyond just IT – we examine the implications. We talk to the CIO of pharmacy chain Boots about how tech helped in being an essential retailer during lockdown. And we look at the prospects for young people entering the IT sector post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2021
Miscarriages of justice are the potent tip of Post Office scandal
The miscarriages of justice involving subpostmasters are the most disturbing element of the Post Office Horizon scandal – but it goes much deeper Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 May 2021
NCSC Active Cyber Defence blocks surge of pandemic scams
The NCSC responded to a surge in online scams last year as it moved to protect both the general public and critical national services during the pandemic Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
07 May 2021
NCSC publishes smart city security guidelines
Guidance for local authorities, IT and cyber professionals aims to ensure the security of connected, smart city projects Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
07 May 2021
Post Office contacts over 500 subpostmasters potentially wrongly prosecuted for financial crimes
The Post Office has contacted hundreds of people it might have wrongly prosecuted for financial crimes Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
07 May 2021
Monmouthshire County Council digitises HR with Zellis cloud
Monmouthshire County Council is using a cloud HR system from Zellis as part of its digital transformation programme, aimed at being lean and agile Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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Opinion
07 May 2021
Securing the UK's emerging smart cities
UK councils have a huge opportunity to improve services through the use of smart city technologies - but they must avoid the cyber security risks, says the government's digital minister Continue Reading
By- Matt Warman, Digital minister
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News
07 May 2021
Minister promises ‘fair and speedy’ compensation for 555 subpostmasters who defeated Post Office
Government says it wants to ensure a fair pay-out for the 555 subpostmasters who defeated the Post Office in a legal battle but were then excluded from the resulting compensation scheme Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
06 May 2021
Netherlands to build new national supercomputer
The Netherlands has laid out plans for its next national supercomputer, to be known as Snellius Continue Reading
By- Kim Loohuis
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News
05 May 2021
Interview: ONS data science chief Tom Smith on government data capability
The managing director of the Office of National Statistics’ Data Science Campus, Tom Smith, describes the organisation’s data capability building activities for and across government Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
05 May 2021
Post Office dishonesty in Horizon scandal is reason enough for statutory public inquiry
Subpostmasters, MPs and the public call for a full statutory judge-led public inquiry into the Post Office Horizon scandal, following another damning court judgment Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
04 May 2021
Government digital chiefs outline plans for CDDO and GDS
Paul Willmott, Joanna Davinson and Tom Read talk about establishing a digital, data and technology sub-board, plans to hire a chief technology officer and a chief data officer, and a five-year plan for the Government Digital Service Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 May 2021
The practical steps needed to accelerate a UK digital identity ecosystem
The draft digital identity framework published by the UK government highlights the importance of learning from the private sector and existing standards to accelerate deployment and citizen adoption Continue Reading
By- Martin Wilson, Digital Identity Net
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News
04 May 2021
Shadow ministers call for public consultation on health data review
Two Labour shadow ministers want a public consultation following the findings of Ben Goldacre’s review on the use of health data for research and analysis Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2021
Tech firms unite to advance diversity and inclusion in the sector
The plan will focus on areas such as leadership representation and inclusive product development Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2021
Post Office CEO either knew what was going on in Horizon scandal, or was ‘asleep at the wheel’
Post Office IT scandal CEO has no excuse for her inaction in preventing the biggest miscarriage of justice in UK history, says Criminal Cases Review Commission chairperson Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
30 Apr 2021
EncroChat: Top lawyer warned CPS of risk that phone hacking warrants could be unlawful
Lord David Anderson QC warned prosecutors that there were formidable arguments against the lawfulness of a police operation to infiltrate the encrypted phone network, EncroChat Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Apr 2021
MPs accuse government of unduly interfering in information commissioner appointment
Cross-party group of MPs says government is influencing the appointment of a new information commissioner by explicitly seeking a candidate who will support its policy agenda, rather than regulate independently Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
30 Apr 2021
Simon Bolton named as NHS Digital interim CEO
Following the announcement of Sarah Wilkinson’s departure as CEO of NHS Digital, the organisation has appointed NHS Test and Trace CIO Simon Bolton as interim CEO Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2021
Public sector organisations ‘in the dark’ about where their data is, suggests UKCloud survey
Response to a poll of public sector IT and business leaders suggests few have any idea if their data is stored in the cloud or on-premise, claims UKCloud Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
29 Apr 2021
G7 countries to cooperate on digital regulation
Digital and technology ministers outline their agenda for how technology can be used to facilitate the post-Covid recovery, signalling closer collaboration in key areas of the digital economy Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
29 Apr 2021
UK demand for digital automation skills soars
The need for automation proficiency has more than doubled in the past two years, according to research Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2021
GCHQ: Dyslexic thinkers key to solving UK cyber security challenges
Neurodiverse staff are bringing a unique contribution to keeping the country safe, according to the intelligence and cyber agency Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Apr 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: What firms need to do now the start date has passed
While the start date for the onset of the IR35 private sector reforms may have passed, firms in-scope of the revamped tax avoidance legislation may find themselves still with plenty of compliance work still to do Continue Reading
By- Matt Fryer, Brookson Legal
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News
28 Apr 2021
NHS App to serve as vaccine passport for foreign holidays
Existing NHS App will have vaccine passport functionality added to it, transport secretary confirms Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Apr 2021
Government extends Gov.uk Verify for a further two years
The government’s Gov.uk Verify identity platform will continue to run until April 2023 while a new identity service is developed Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2021
UK supermarkets to trial age estimation tech for alcohol purchases
Biometric age estimation technology developed by Yoti to be tested in UK supermarkets for alcohol purchases as part of government-led digital identities initiative Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
27 Apr 2021
Why we need to reset the debate on end-to-end encryption to protect children
Private messaging is the front line of abuse, yet E2EE in its current form risks engineering away the ability of firms to detect and disrupt it where it is most prevalent Continue Reading
By- Andy Burrows, NSPCC
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News
27 Apr 2021
Falkirk Council deploys end-to-end digital telecare
Council has become the first in Scotland to go live with a complete digital telecare service for its local residents Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2021
Another 38 subpostmasters submit appeals against convictions
The biggest miscarriage of justice in UK history is set to get bigger as more subpostmasters take their cases to the Court of Appeal Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
26 Apr 2021
French legal challenge over EncroChat cryptophone hack could hit UK prosecutions
Lawyers are challenging the legality of a French police operation to harvest tens of thousands of messages from the EncroChat encrypted phone network in a move that could overturn criminal prosecutions in the UK Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Apr 2021
Digital tech potential in health and social care not yet realised, says King’s Fund
Report by health policy think-tank says that although there is evidence that digital technology can support staff and patients, there are large gaps in the evidence base Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2021
Post Office scandal CEO steps down from roles after massive miscarriage of justice is laid bare
Former Post Office CEO Paula Vennells has left roles in the church, Morrisons and Dunelm after postmasters’ convictions were overturned in the Court of Appeal Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
23 Apr 2021
HMRC downplays significance of CEO email ‘questioning’ legal basis of loan charge policy
A document dump of emails shared between HMRC officials has prompted loan charge campaigners to further question the legal footing of the government’s controversial disguised remuneration policy Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
23 Apr 2021
‘Spy cops’ victims share ongoing data protection concerns
Under Cover Policing Inquiry will consider whether the extensive amount of personal data collected about left-wing activists by the Special Demonstration Squad was justified, as witnesses question whether information about them is still being collected Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
23 Apr 2021
Post Office scandal victims have criminal convictions overturned in Court of Appeal
Subpostmasters have their criminal convictions overturned after a judge rules that the Post Office prosecuted them without investigating computer errors Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
23 Apr 2021
London mayoral candidates debate tech
The four mayoral candidates have set out their plans for the tech sector, including creating skills academies, harnessing kinetic energy, creating a London passport and setting up new tech hubs, but Tech London Advocates founder Russ Shaw says they all missed the mark Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2021
GCHQ: Cyber investment a guarantor of UK’s global status
GCHQ director Jeremy Fleming sets out a vision for the UK’s cyber security future Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Apr 2021
Department for Education publishes digital strategy
The department's digital and technology function wants to become a leader in the field, invest in its own platforms and manage its legacy technologies Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Apr 2021
Security Think Tank: Security culture must underpin vaccine passports
What are the security challenges presented by vaccine passports, and how should they be designed and used with ethics and privacy in mind? Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2021
NCSC offers teachers free cyber security training
The NCSC’s latest security training offer builds on a package of measures designed to protect schools from cyber attack Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
21 Apr 2021
Government should do more to protect well-being in the digital world, says report
A select committee report argues that new health and employment rights are needed to tackle the negative effects of increasing digitisation Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2021
UK government renews cloud discount pricing MoU with Microsoft
Three-year deal ensures eligible public sector organisations can continue to access discounted pricing on a range of the tech giant's cloud software and infrastructure offerings Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
21 Apr 2021
Ocado advances autonomous vehicle strategy with Oxbotica deal
The £10m investment is part of a push to enhance Ocado’s last-mile delivery and logistics capabilities, with first prototypes expected for 2023 Continue Reading
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News
20 Apr 2021
Health app myGP adds Covid-19 vaccine passport function
The new feature is described as the UK’s first NHS-assured Covid-19 certification feature Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Blog Post
20 Apr 2021
Lack of leadership, confusion and frustration - the state of digital identity in the UK
To nobody’s surprise, efforts by a group of peers to force the government to accelerate progress on digital identity in the UK foundered in the House of Lords yesterday (20 April 2021). Baroness ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Opinion
20 Apr 2021
London needs a mayor of growth
Here East’s CEO Gavin Poole on why the next mayor must ensure London remains the tech capital of Europe, and the importance of learning from the past Continue Reading
By- Gavin Poole
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News
20 Apr 2021
Government launches plan for smart use of knowledge and innovation
Strategy sets out how Westminster can harness and achieve better value from £104bn worth of innovation and knowledge assets within central government Continue Reading
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19 Apr 2021
UK technology job creation nears two-year peak
Pace of recruitment accelerates and optimism reaches highest level since 2014, according to KPMG Continue Reading