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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.
Information about the Department of Health and Social Care’s social media accounts and how we moderate them.
Guidance for defence personnel on the use of social media
Guidance and moderation information for the UK Government social media channels in Scotland, including X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Guidance and moderation information for the Prime Minister’s Office social media channels.
Ofqual’s social media policy explains how we use our channels, interact with followers and manage content.
Visiting a prisoner: visiting times, keeping in touch by email, telephone or letter, banned items and sending money to a prisoner by debit card or online bank transfer
Example of best practice for the GOV.UK 'social media policy' content type - this is mocked-up content.
Government launches consultation on children's social media use and bans phones in schools to protect young people's wellbeing and ensure safer online experiences.
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