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Standards for software interoperability, data and document formats in government IT specifications.
The UK government's design principles and examples of how they've been used.
An overview of the 'Nolan principles', which are the basis of the ethical standards expected of public office holders.
How we work with buyers and suppliers to improve the way technology is bought across government and the public sector.
Eight principles to ensure people's information is kept confidential and used appropriately.
This guidance sets out the standards for those that serve on the boards of public bodies, and how they can best support effective working relationships with departments.
Use open standards to build technology that is easier to expand and upgrade, and make sure it communicates with other technology.
Find out how the government chooses open standards, and how you can suggest open standards, to improve services for users.
The Committee on Standards in Public Life has launched its report reviewing the extent to which regulators uphold the Seven Principles of Public Life.
Design, build and operate APIs in a consistent way
Use open standards when making software for software software interoperability, data formats and document formats.
Terms of Reference and FAQs for the Committee's review into artificial intelligence and public standards.
A summary report of workshops held for sixth formers on the Seven Principles of Public Life, undertaken for the 25th anniversary of the Committee.
This consultation is asking for views on how the government and suppliers will work together to provide user-centred digital services.
Standards and best practice guidance for government’s engagement with communities.
The role of the Government Debt Management Function (GDMF), the Government Debt Strategy, the Debt Functional Standard, and the the Debt Centre of Excellence
This is collated guidance from government websites and independent bodies to help you follow the technology code of practice.
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