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We support civil servants to develop the skills, knowledge and networks they need to deliver their best for citizens and ministers, now and in the future. Government Skills is part of the Cabinet Office and the Government People Group .
GSCU, now known as Government Skills was created in September 2020 and is part of the Government People Group within the Cabinet Office.
What to expect if you're sent to prison - prison rules and regulations, healthcare and education, prisoner rights
When someone arrives at prison they have at least one interview and…
Prisoners who follow rules can earn privileges. This is called the…
Prisoners are entitled to the same standard of healthcare and treatment as…
Staff are trained to spot prisoners at risk of bullying, suicide or…
Women who give birth in prison can keep their baby for the first 18 months…
Courses are normally available to help prisoners get new skills, for…
Find information and resources for the skills campaigns currently running.
DIUS is now a part of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills
How to use the framework to map capability to areas of public health.
Get easy access to specialist skills learning recommended for civil servants by government professions.
Foresight project exploring the future of skills and lifelong learning in a changing world.
The employer skills survey 2024 conducted by the DfE in England, the Northern Ireland Executive, the Welsh Government and the Scottish Government.
Documents relating to the employer skills survey 2019 conducted by the Department for Education in England, the Welsh Government and the Northern Ireland Executive.
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