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The home page for DSIT’s work supporting the secure and sustainable deployment of connected places technology, also known as smart cities.
Resources to help local authorities secure their connected places ("smart cities") against cyber threats. This is the updated beta release.
A collection of important guidance on the security of connected places, also known as smart cities.
Details of the external advisory group helping to inform the government's work on the security of digitally connected places.
How to apply for security funding to protect your place of worship against hate crime.
Documents for the Secure Connected Places Playbook.
New guide will help UK communities innovate and build ‘smart cities’ while keeping data safe from cyber threats.
Research detailing international approaches to cyber security in connected places.
Employers have duty of care for those they employ overseas. Advice includes protecting company employees and how the UK government can assist.
For visa or citizenship applications, you may need to prove your knowledge of English by passing a secure English language test (SELT).
New Geospatial Commission report highlights the role location data will have in the safe deployment of self-driving road vehicles.
Research detailing the size and characteristics of the market for connected places technology.
Public health advice for prisons and other prescribed places of detention.
Research outlining how public perceptions of connected places may impact their security and sustainability.
Guidance for defence personnel on the use of social media
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