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This guidance is an introduction to the Open Document Format (ODF) standard and how you can select ODF-compliant solutions.
Help your team understand why they need to meet the website and mobile app accessibility regulations.
The UK government's design principles and examples of how they've been used.
How to use chatbots and webchat tools to improve your users’ experience of your service.
The Technology Code of Practice is a set of criteria to help government design, build and buy technology.
Learn how to publish accessible documents to meet the needs of all users under the accessibility regulations.
The Generative AI Framework for HMG is guidance on using generative AI safely and securely for civil servants and people working in government organisations.
Guidance for public sector organisations on how to use data appropriately and responsibly when planning, implementing, and evaluating a new policy or service.
A service must be in compliance with all applicable data privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018
All digital or technology activity must be in full compliance with the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018 and the Equality Act 2010
Use free property and street information to add geospatial data to your projects and comply with the UPRN standard.
Sample accessibility statement for a fictional public sector website or app, including sample wording and guidance on what to include.
Learn how to check if your website or mobile app is accessible.
Design, build and operate APIs in a consistent way
This standard sets expectations for the management of digital, data and technology in government
The government introduced a ‘Cloud First’ policy in 2013 for all technology decisions.
Find out what a .gov.uk Approved Registrar does, how to choose one and information about pricing.
This is collated guidance from government websites and independent bodies to help you follow the technology code of practice.
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