Socitm and LGA launch Return to Work programme
A new collaborative initiative to support ICT workers back into employment is launched today (29 September 2020. The Return … Read more about Socitm and LGA launch Return to Work programme
From service desk to leading with heart
Mark Lumley, Socitm’s newest vice-president, on his career so far and helping Hounslow staff work from home during the … Read more about From service desk to leading with heart
Bridging the ethical divide
Many organisations including Socitm are working to provide guidance on digital ethics, writes William Barker Whether it is the … Read more about Bridging the ethical divide
Socitm calls on local authorities to learn the lessons – and think long and hard before they use algorithms ….
This comes in the wake of the controversy over the exam grading algorithm and wider calls for more transparency … Read more about Socitm calls on local authorities to learn the lessons – and think long and hard before they use algorithms ….
Navigation: 3 of the 5 most common accessibility issues on UK council sites
Socitm and Silktide’s recent report highlighting the most common accessibility issues on UK council websites made for interesting, albeit … Read more about Navigation: 3 of the 5 most common accessibility issues on UK council sites
After the “problem algorithm” headlines — learning the lessons
Behind the headlines on Ofqual U-turns and councils scrapping prediction algorithms in benefit and welfare decisions is a wider … Read more about After the “problem algorithm” headlines — learning the lessons
Socitm launches Covid-19 report
Socitm today launches its detailed findings into local government’s response to the Covid-19 crisis. More than 2,500 questionnaires were … Read more about Socitm launches Covid-19 report
Creating accessible and inclusive digital content
September 23, 2020 is the next deadline for digital accessibility regulations in the UK. So it’s more important than … Read more about Creating accessible and inclusive digital content
Key new training appointment to Socitm
Socitm is delighted to announce today that Aidan Matthews has taken up his appointment of Learning Programme Manager and … Read more about Key new training appointment to Socitm
Why the Leadership Academy made such a difference to me
Sian Owen, from the Isle of Anglesey County Council, joined the Leadership academy in 2019. She is an Empowering … Read more about Why the Leadership Academy made such a difference to me
Inspiring and emotional stories from Socitm’s leadership academy graduates
It was time to celebrate success last night (Thursday 16 July) as the latest cohorts of Socitm’s Leadership Academy … Read more about Inspiring and emotional stories from Socitm’s leadership academy graduates
Public sector leadership – why it matters
At Socitm, we are passionate about investing in the public sector workforce. By Nadira Hussain, Director of Leadership Development … Read more about Public sector leadership – why it matters
Cut price tech for public sector
More than two million of the latest smart devices are available at a heavily discounted rate for the public … Read more about Cut price tech for public sector
Socitm celebrates success with first ever virtual graduation
A first ever online graduation ceremony will take place on 16 July between 6 – 7.30pm to celebrate the … Read more about Socitm celebrates success with first ever virtual graduation
Remote working and how to keep your team secure
For the public sector, the challenge of working from home hasn’t just been a cultural one. Guest blog by … Read more about Remote working and how to keep your team secure
Digital Inclusion – a larger audience than you may realise
Digital inclusion and web accessibility mean understanding the relationship between the way people function in society and making sure … Read more about Digital Inclusion – a larger audience than you may realise
