When it comes to fraud, organisations are ‘flying blind’. This is the assessment of the Public Accounts Committee, which produced a major report into tackling fraud against government in September. With fraud and error losses running to potentially tens of billions a year, the negative impact on public services – to say nothing of citizens’ […]
Despite making up 78% of the local government workforce, women account for only 17% of local authority leaders and 33% of council chief executives – statistics which have hardly changed for a decade. Meanwhile, following the 2019 council elections, just 35% of councillors are female, further representing lack of meaningful progress for women in Local […]
Now in its thirteenth year, the annual Ethnic Minorities into Leadership conference has established itself as the key event for those interested in enhancing the capabilities & leadership opportunities for Ethnic Minority Civil Servants. The conference & speakers will examine how Ethnic Minority individuals, at any grade, can continue to overcome barriers, build networks and become the leaders they aspire to be. […]
Data is at the heart of decision-making and it’s the building block of modern government – poor quality data can have a real impact on services and outcomes. Good data governance is central to improving the quality and availability of data across government and, in turn, improving the policies and services built on that data. […]
Now in its thirteenth year, the annual Women into Leadership conferences have established themselves as the key events for all those interested in enhancing leadership opportunities for women. Women into Leadership 2023 will examine how female leaders, at any grade, can enhance their skills to become the leader they aspire to be. This year's conferences will draw on feedback from previous […]
Three million individuals power the UK technology sector. Yet, within this thriving industry, female representation remains stubbornly low -- only 26% of these tech enthusiasts are women, and just 5% find themselves in leadership positions. There is no exception when it comes to the persistence of the gender gap for women working in public technology. […]
FREE TO ATTEND 1-HOUR WEBINAR 23rd April | 10:30am - 11:30am The clock is ticking towards a general election in the next year, and with many polls pointing to a victory for the Labour Party, the coming 12 months are likely to bring big changes. CSW explores the implications of a change of governing party for […]
In hindsight, “black swan” events may have been more likely than we realised. For example, history tells us that financial downturns often precede conflicts. Despite governments being aware of the possibility of such events, it is impossible to predict when or how events occur or their consequences. Due to this uncertainty and limited information available, […]
What’s now and what’s next for public sector digital and data?
This year’s PublicTechnology Live will focus on how public bodies can use digital platforms and data to meet the major challenges – and rise to the significant opportunities – they currently face. We will look into how the sector is preparing for a future where emerging technologies such as generative AI and the Internet of Everything could profoundly change how every organisation operates.
Despite the buzz around AI, and its burgeoning use to streamline administrative tasks in government, there are few examples of bold use cases that help government organisations deliver on their core mission. With departments set to develop productivity plans for the next spending review, senior data leaders should seize the opportunity to examine what's possible […]
Entering the Senior Civil Service is difficult due to a variety of factors. The recruitment process is highly competitive, with a large pool of applicants vying for a limited number of positions. Also, the selection criteria are rigorous, focusing on relevant experience and personal qualities such as leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Additionally, the civil […]
Although the PR and communications industry is overwhelmingly female overall, the number of women at board director level and above remains stubbornly low. Our unique Women in Communications conference seeks to provide current and future leaders with the skills to correct this imbalance. The event explores the role of women in communications and offers practical advice and coaching on how to […]
