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From Government Digital Service (GDS)
  • The government introduced a ‘Cloud First’ policy in 2013 for all technology decisions.

  • Follow these steps to apply for a .gov.uk domain name.

  • All digital or technology activity must be in full compliance with the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018 and the Equality Act 2010

  • The AI Insights series offers government departments and public sector organisations technical guidance on implementing AI solutions effectively, safely and securely.

  • The Microsoft 365 Guidance for UK government is a set of recommended configurations for UK government organisations using Microsoft 365

  • Find out why you may see some differences while using GOV.UK, and how to know you're in the right place.

  • GOV.UK Wallet will make it easier to prove in your service that someone is who they say they are.

  • This is collated guidance from government websites and independent bodies to help you follow the technology code of practice.

  • GDS Local strengthens collaboration between central and local government to deliver better, more joined-up digital public services.

  • This explains the rules governing address for service for intellectual property rights in the UK.

  • A template for public sector organisations to share information about how and why they are using algorithmic tools.

  • Sign up to take part in research to help improve GOV.UK and make sure it works well for the people who need it.

  • Find out what a .gov.uk Approved Registrar does, how to choose one and information about pricing.

  • Apply the government secure email policy.

  • This playbook explains how we use social media at GDS. In it, we share our best practice, what we've learned and what we're planning to do.

  • Find out what critical data assets are in a cross-government context, why they matter, and how to report them.

  • Learn how the Government Digital Service is monitoring accessibility under the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No.2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

  • This guide is for parish council clerks who want to set up or move their council to a .gov.uk domain.  

  • A service must be in compliance with all applicable data privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018

  • Find out what a genuine email about taking part in GOV.UK research looks like, to help you decide if the email you've received is a scam.