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Editor’s choice of ICT items of note:

£13 million for 22 AI for health research projects

Electoral Commission subject to cyber-attack

Battening Down the Hatches: Moldova’s Cyber Defence

ICO statement in response to reports of a data breach at the Police Service of Northern Ireland

RUSI and NK News Release New North Korea Reports Database

Most project professionals in construction say AI will have a positive impact on their sector, APM survey finds

ICO and CMA: Harmful online design encourages consumers to hand over personal information

 
6 Steps to Reinforce and Secure Your Organisation with Proactive Cyber Security Planning

6 Steps to Reinforce and Secure Your Organisation with Proactive Cyber Security Planning

The recent large-scale data breach of Northern Ireland Police, which compromised details of every serving officer and member of staff, proves that cyber threats pose a significant risk to organisations of all sizes. Public Sector bodies are particularly vulnerable due to limited resources and a false perception of being easy targets.

To safeguard your organisations sensitive data and financial stability, it's crucial to start planning and developing a robust cyber security strategy. Follow the six essential steps in this latest guide to ensure comprehensive protection.

By taking the six proactive steps outlined in this latest guide and infographic, you will significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to cyber-attacks.

Access this free 6 step guide and supporting infographic

 
Editor’s choice of Health, Social Care & Homelessness related items of note:

Government announces new plan to help those impacted by ME/CFS

How NICE manages the potential conflicts of interests of patient experts

NHS on track for busiest summer on record

NHS braced for further disruption during latest junior doctor strike

NHS to roll out flu vaccines for children from September

Minister visits New Hospital Programme schemes in East of England

New Research: Exploring the phenomenon of Roma homelessness in the UK

Experts to lead AI Safety Summit preparations as new funding announced to modernise healthcare

NHS launches hospital matching platform to bring down longest waits

CQC take action to protect people using Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust’s maternity service following inspection

NHS Confederation responds to the launch of NHS England’s hospital matching platform

NHS Confederation responds to DHSC's announcement of new Community Diagnostic Centres
 
Editor’s choice of Business / Commercial items of note:

Why all programmes need a business change manager

York farming business makes payment to river charity for environmental offence

Gloucester business owners’ headache following council lack of action

DSIT to showcase innovative UK businesses at new headquarters

FCA finds fund managers’ value assessments significantly improved, but still work to do

Communities at the heart of new fund to boost local growth and energy security

Can War Funders and Profiteers Be Responsible for Crimes in Ukraine?

TUC - GDP: Chancellor “asleep at the wheel” while economy is going nowhere

Arfor 2: innovative schemes to help create jobs, support the economy and strengthen the Welsh language unveiled

 
Editor’s choice of Policy & General items of note:

Gross misconduct allegations not proven against West Midlands Police sergeant

Wrongly-convicted no longer face being ‘charged’ for saved living expenses

Regulatory Horizons Council: Review into regulating quantum technology applications

HMRC late payment interest rates to be revised after Bank of England increases base rate

Man charged in NCA people smuggling investigation

Investigation into how Met officers dealt with stab victim

Security Minister in India to discuss shared threats

JRF - GDP growth of 0.2% means little to low-income families going without essentials

IOPC investigating actions of Met officers during restraint of man in hospital

Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme in Scotland – Modelling Report

Suspected Kinahan organised crime group members charged with firearms offences

 
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Most project professionals in construction say AI will have a positive impact on their sector, APM survey finds
A new survey by Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered membership organisation for the project profession, has revealed that the majority (70%) of project professionals working in the construction industry think the latest advancements in AI technology will have a positive impact on their sector, such as improved decision-making, cyber security and reporting.


Successfully resetting major programmes

Emma Willson, Director, Major Delivery Hub, at the National Audit Office, on why there shouldn’t be a reluctance to reset a failing project when this could be the wisest course.


Toiling for project success in the Channel Islands
Scott Crittell ChPP, who works in special projects in financial services, shares his thoughts on the long history of projects in the Channel Islands Victor Hugo wrote his 1866 novel Toilers of the Sea on (and about) the small island of Guernsey.

Project Management in Newsrooms
A new guide providing practical advice and insights into the role of project professionals working in journalism, is now available – ideal for anyone working on projects within a media environment.

APM shortlisted at the Association Excellence Awards
APM is delighted to announce that it has been shortlisted in four categories at the Association Excellence Awards 2023 recognised as the most respected awards highlighting best practice and excellence amongst industry bodies, professional membership organisations, and trade unions in the UK and Europe.