My experience with technology and being autistic
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities Christopher Cotmore reflects on his autism spectrum diagnosis and the impact of technology on the way he works.
My hidden disability story
Ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) Senior User Researcher Clare Hussey reflects on how she discovered that she has dyslexia, and the difference this has made to her working life, and to life outside of work.
Why we have research panels
User research panel manager Jason Stockwell explains what a research panel is, why we have them and the value they bring to large-scale projects and programmes.
Leader’s view: Reflections from COP27
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Chris Howes, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Posted on:
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Defra digital, Defra Science and Innovation, Digital transformation, ICT sustainability
Chris Howes on his learnings from COP27 and how we need to think differently about sustainable Information and Communications Technology (ICT).
A day in the life of an Interaction Designer
Thinking of applying for a role as an Interaction Designer at Defra? Daniel Leech tells us about a typical day as an Interaction Designer and why he chose to work in interaction design.
Working with content designers to improve GOV.UK information for cattle keepers
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Danielle Vincent and Paul Wilkinson, Posted on:
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Defra content design, Defra digital, User centred design, User research
Paul Wilkinson and Danielle Vincent share their experience of their teams working together to make information on GOV.UK simpler and clearer for cattle keepers.
A breakthrough year for digital sustainability
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Chris Howes, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Posted on:
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Defra digital, Digital transformation
This year has been a transformative period for sustainable ICT, and the publication this week of the 2021-22 Greening Government ICT report marks the latest milestone on our important journey.
A day in the life of a Service Designer in Defra
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Hannah Rutherford-Roke, Posted on:
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Defra service design, Defra services, User centred design
Interested in joining Defra as s Service Designer? Hannah Rutherford-Roke tells us about her role as a Senior Service Designer and why she chose to work for Defra.
Remembrance Day – what it means to me
Defra IT Training Lead, and Royal Air Force (RAF) veteran, Tony Horseman, explains what remembrance means to him and why he attends the annual service at The Cenotaph each year.
Why I enjoy being a business analyst in Defra
Rose Rothery shares her passion for business analysis and explains how Defra’s purpose, and the variety of work she does, has kept her wanting more.
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