public sector UK HR and Pensions Speedbrief: Public sector exit pay reform Exit pay schemes must conform By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2016-09-27 A commitment to reduce public sector termination packages has seen the Government explore various proposals for reform in recent years; from draft regulations seeking recovery of termination payments, to a financial cap upon the amount of any indivi... Full Article
public sector A transparent process: Irish DPC issues new guidance on data sharing in the public sector By www.eversheds.com Published On :: 2019-10-10 The Data Protection Commission (“DPC”) issued guidance on data sharing in the public sector. The DPC noted its support for developing more efficient and customer-centric public services and sought to clarify the public sector obligations... Full Article
public sector Steps to Improve Cloud Computing in the Public Sector By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Wed, 21 Jul 2010 09:58:00 -0400 Executive SummaryGovernment information technology is subject to a variety of rules, regulations, and procurement policies. Computing is treated differently depending on whether the platform is based on desktops, laptops, mobile devices, or remote file servers known as cloud computing. There are differences between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government, as well as in the level of privacy and security expected for various applications. Some people perceive higher security on desktop or laptop computers and lower security with the cloud because the latter’s information is stored remotely through third-party commercial providers. In reality, though, there are serious security threats to all electronic information regardless of platform, and cloud server providers often take security more seriously than mass consumers or government officials employing weak passwords on their local computers. In this paper, I review current federal IT policy and discuss rules, practices, and procedures that limit innovation. There are a variety of obstacles that make it difficult for policymakers to take full advantage of the technological revolution that has unfolded in recent years. After outlining these issues, I make recommendations on policy changes required to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal computing. My specific recommendations include: Public officials should develop more consistent rules on computing across desktop, laptop, mobile, and cloud platforms. The use of video, collaboration, and social networking should be authorized for congressional offices. This would make legislative branch policy consistent with that of the executive branch. Judicial branch computing should be modernized, with greater emphasis on cloud computing. There should be a more uniform certification process for federal agencies. Right now, each agency is responsible for certifying its own applications. It makes sense to have a “joint authorization board” with the power to review management services and certify particular products for use across the government. Congress should update the Electronic Communications Privacy Act to change the process by which law enforcement agents obtain electronic information. Instead of using a prosecutor’s subpoena, legislation should require a “probable cause” search warrant that is approved by a judge. This would provide greater safeguards in terms of online content, pictures, geolocation data, and e-mails. Privacy rights should be placed on the same footing regardless of whether a person is using desktop or cloud computing. It makes little sense to have weaker standards on one platform than another. Consumers and government decision-makers expect the same level of protection whether they are accessing information on a desktop, laptop, mobile, or cloud storage system. Congress should amend the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to strengthen penalties for unwanted intrusion into computing systems. The law has inconsistent penalties and prosecutors have found that it is hard to prosecute cyber-crimes. Apps.gov represents a big step forward and government use should be expanded because it makes procurement easier and speeds public sector innovation. It is a model of how the government can reinvent itself through digital technology in ways that improve efficiency and effectiveness. Countries need to harmonize their laws on cloud computing so as to reduce current inconsistencies in regard to privacy, data storage, security processes, and personnel training, There should be mechanisms for data exchange that encourage portability across platforms. We should avoid vendor lock-in that precludes data exchange. Data on uptime, downtime, recover time, archiving, and maintenance schedules would help build public trust by providing information on computing performance. Downloads Download the Full Paper Authors Darrell M. West Image Source: Martin Barraud Full Article
public sector Moving to the Cloud: How the Public Sector Can Leverage the Power of Cloud Computing By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:00:00 -0400 Event Information July 21, 201010:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDTFalk AuditoriumThe Brookings Institution1775 Massachusetts Ave., NWWashington, DC Register for the EventThe U.S. government spends billions of dollars each year on computer hardware, software and file servers that may no longer be necessary. Currently, the public sector makes relatively little use of cloud computing, even though studies suggest substantial government savings from a migration to more Internet-based computing with shared resources.On July 21, the Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings hosted a policy forum on steps to enhance public sector adoption of cloud computing innovations. Brookings Vice President Darrell West moderated a panel of experts, including David McClure of the General Services Administration, Dawn Leaf of the National Institute for Standards and Technology, and Katie Ratte of the Federal Trade Commission. West released a paper detailing the policy changes required to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of federal computing. Audio Moving to the Cloud: How the Public Sector Can Leverage the Power of Cloud Computing Transcript Uncorrected Transcript (.pdf)Download Dawn Leaf's PowerPoint Presentation (.pdf)Download David McClure's PowerPoint Presentation (.pdf) Event Materials 20100721_cloud_computing0721_cloud_computing_leaf0721_cloud_computing_mcclure Full Article
public sector Assessment of key anti-corruption related legislation in the Slovak Republic's public sector By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:05:00 GMT The OECD assessed the legal framework of key anti-corruption related legislation in the Slovak Republic in order to set the ground for strengthening integrity in the Slovak public sector and beyond. Full Article
public sector Enhancing public sector efficiency and effectiveness in the Czech Republic By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:05:00 GMT Spending on public administration itself is relatively low and so are indicators of its performance. Full Article
public sector United Kingdom Public Sector Net Cash Requirement By tradingeconomics.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 10:07:00 GMT The United Kingdom recorded a government budget surplus of 240 GBP Million in March of 2020. Government Budget Value in the United Kingdom averaged -1683.51 GBP Million from 1984 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 19413 GBP Million in January of 2020 and a record low of -16111 GBP Million in April of 2013. The government budget balance is the difference between government revenues and expenses. The budget is balanced when outlays equal to receipts, the country reports budget surplus when revenues are higher than expenses and deficit when expenses exceed the revenues. This page provides - United Kingdom Government Budget Value - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news. Full Article
public sector Prevention of Corruption in the Public Sector in Eastern Europe and Central Asia By www.oecd.org Published On :: Mon, 18 May 2015 15:43:00 GMT This cross-country report on prevention of public sector corruption analyses the preventive measures that have proven to be effective and successful in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The review focuses on twenty-one countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia and includes examples from OECD countries. Full Article
public sector Uzbekistan must enforce anti-corruption laws and strengthen public sector integrity By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Nov 2015 16:50:00 GMT Uzbekistan has adopted its first anti-corruption action plan and established an anti-corruption coordination commission. Nevertheless corruption is widespread in Uzbekistan and remains a key obstacle for business. Full Article
public sector United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing By tradingeconomics.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 09:51:00 GMT Government Debt in the United Kingdom decreased to -2325 GBP Million in March from -65 GBP Million in February of 2020. Government Debt in the United Kingdom averaged -4293.61 GBP Million from 1993 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 12509 GBP Million in January of 2019 and a record low of -21052 GBP Million in April of 2012. In the United Kingdom, net borrowing or net lending is the difference between the net acquisition of financial assets and the net incurrence of liabilities. This page provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news. Full Article
public sector Efficient Public Sectors for Better Governance By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:45:00 GMT OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría opens the Global Forum on Better Governance for Inclusive Growth held in Paris. The Forum will focus on public sector reforms worldwide and identify lessons learned, good practices and innovative solutions for advancing the governance reforms necessary to foster inclusive growth. Full Article
public sector Enhancing public sector efficiency and effectiveness in the Czech Republic By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:05:00 GMT Spending on public administration itself is relatively low and so are indicators of its performance. Full Article
public sector Efficient Public Sectors for Better Governance By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:45:00 GMT OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría opens the Global Forum on Better Governance for Inclusive Growth held in Paris. The Forum will focus on public sector reforms worldwide and identify lessons learned, good practices and innovative solutions for advancing the governance reforms necessary to foster inclusive growth. Full Article
public sector Spain’s public sector reform plans on the right track, says OECD report By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Apr 2014 11:00:00 GMT Spain’s planned public sector reforms should help make the country’s institutions stronger and more effective, and proposals to increase transparency and root out corruption will do much to restore public trust, according to a new OECD report. Full Article
public sector Latin America and Caribbean governments could do more on budget management, public sector pay equality - OECD-IDB By www.oecd.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Jun 2014 16:00:00 GMT Latin American and Caribbean countries need to do more to improve budget management, tax collection and public sector pay equality if they are to catch up with advanced economies in terms of government performance, according to a joint report by the OECD and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Full Article
public sector Innovating the Public Sector: from Ideas to Impact By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 12 Nov 2014 15:58:00 GMT The OECD Conference on Innovating the Public Sector: From Ideas to Impact on 12-13 November 2014 will bring together public sector practitioners, researchers, civil society and businesses to discuss how innovation can help solve today's complex challenges. Full Article
public sector An innovative public sector? - Insights Blog By oecdinsights.org Published On :: Sat, 22 Nov 2014 13:21:00 GMT Over the past couple of years the OECD has been working with countries to develop the Observatory of Public Sector Innovation, to help them make the most of innovation. The Observatory puts the experiences of innovators from across the world at everyone’s finger tips. Full Article
public sector Reforming the Slovak public sector By olisweb.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 10:55:00 GMT Improving public sector efficiency can help to meet two conflicting objectives: ensuring fiscal consolidation and maintaining room for growth-friendly spending. Full Article
public sector Assessing government initiatives on public sector information - A review of the OECD Council Recommendation By www.oecd-ilibrary.org Published On :: Thu, 18 Jun 2015 16:15:00 GMT Better access to and use of public sector information (PSI), including open government data, are inter-related parts of the shift towards knowledge-based economies, and drivers of innovation, growth and employment. PSI can be used directly to generate products and services, and it contributes in a wide variety of ways to improving efficiency and productivity across the economy (including within the public sector). Full Article
public sector The Innovation Imperative in the Public Sector By www.oecd.org Published On :: Wed, 19 Aug 2015 11:04:00 GMT Report looks at how to create the environment in government where innovation is encouraged and nurtured. Full Article
public sector Improving public sector efficiency for more inclusive growth in Latvia By dx.doi.org Published On :: Fri, 21 Aug 2015 15:09:00 GMT This working paper explores avenues to improve public sector efficiency in Latvia, a catching-up and ageing economy where spending needs are large. Full Article
public sector Enhancing public sector efficiency and effectiveness in the Czech Republic By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:05:00 GMT Spending on public administration itself is relatively low and so are indicators of its performance. Full Article
public sector Enhancing public sector efficiency and effectiveness in the Czech Republic By dx.doi.org Published On :: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 17:40:00 GMT Spending on public administration itself is relatively low and so are indicators of its performance. Full Article
public sector For whom the budget cut tolls - Blog on downsizing in the public sector By www.oecdinsights.org Published On :: Tue, 25 Apr 2017 18:05:00 GMT A Job for Life? The old notion of a safe job in the civil service is profoundly changing - OECD Insights blog by Bill Below. Full Article
public sector Assessment of key anti-corruption related legislation in the Slovak Republic's public sector By www.oecd.org Published On :: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:05:00 GMT The OECD assessed the legal framework of key anti-corruption related legislation in the Slovak Republic in order to set the ground for strengthening integrity in the Slovak public sector and beyond. Full Article
public sector Portugal: Digital Transformation of the Public Sector - OECD E-Leaders meeting By www.oecd.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Sep 2017 08:00:00 GMT The 2017 edition of the OECD E-Leaders meeting will discuss how governments can best adapt to the growing role of advanced technologies in service delivery. Delegates will discuss the implications of the digital transformation in governments, including the skills base, the data infrastructure and approaches to the commissioning of ICT goods and services. Full Article
public sector Bolivia Public Sector External Debt By tradingeconomics.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 18:04:00 GMT External Debt in Bolivia increased to 10846.20 USD Million in the third quarter of 2019 from 10548.90 USD Million in the second quarter of 2019. External Debt in Bolivia averaged 5091.82 USD Million from 2002 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 10846.20 USD Million in the third quarter of 2019 and a record low of 2055.90 USD Million in the second quarter of 2007. This page provides - Bolivia External Debt- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news. Full Article
public sector United Kingdom Public Sector Total Spending to GDP By tradingeconomics.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:58:00 GMT Government spending in the United Kingdom was last recorded at 39.3 percent of GDP in 2019 . Government Spending to GDP in the United Kingdom averaged 39.63 percent from 1956 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 46.50 percent in 1976 and a record low of 34.50 percent in 1989. This page provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Government Spending to GDP - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news. Full Article
public sector Iraq warns over threat to public sector pay from oil price collapse By www.ft.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:02:54 GMT Prime minister designate says government could be unable to pay half of the salaries of 3m-strong workforce next month Full Article
public sector Public sector unions take government to court over pension reform By www.ft.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 23:01:26 GMT Judicial review sought over alleged breach of 2015 law, claiming cost benefits should go to scheme members Full Article
public sector Public sector workers are now pensions 'aristocrats' By www.dailymail.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 21:51:04 GMT According to the Office for National Statistics, 11 per cent of private sector workers who have a pension are in a generous final salary scheme. This compares to 92 per cent in the public sector. Full Article
public sector Public Sector Banks Sanctioned Rs 5.66 Lakh Crore Loans during March-April: Nirmala Sitharaman By www.news18.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 11:26:03 +0530 She further said that state-owned banks implemented the moratorium announced by the RBI on repayment of loans. Full Article
public sector Public Sector Company in Power Generation By Published On :: Public Sector Company in Power Generation Full Article
public sector A human resources framework for the public sector [electronic resource] / Dixon Southworth By prospero.murdoch.edu.au Published On :: Southworth, Dixon Full Article
public sector Subir Roy: Why merge public sector banks? By www.business-standard.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Oct 2016 21:49:00 +0530 Merger is about the only solution that the government seems to be capable of thinking up in seeking to get the PSBs into some degree of health Full Article Premium
public sector Public sector governance : inquiry based on Auditor-General's report 29 (2015-16) / Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit By prospero.murdoch.edu.au Published On :: Australia. Parliament. Joint Committee of Public Accounts and Audit, author, issuing body Full Article
public sector Economics of the public sector / Joseph E. Stiglitz, Jay K. Rosengard By prospero.murdoch.edu.au Published On :: Stiglitz, Joseph E Full Article
public sector The Handbook of Public Sector Communication By www.wiley.com Published On :: 2020-03-24T04:00:00Z A multidisciplinary collection on global public entity strategic communicationResearch into public sector communication investigates the interaction between public and governmental entities and citizens within their sphere of influence. Today’s public sector organizations are operating in environments where people receive their information from multiple sources. Although modern research demonstrates the immense impact public entities have on democracy Read More... Full Article
public sector Beyond smart and connected governments: sensors and the internet of things in the public sector / J. Ramon Gil-Garcia, Theresa A. Pardo, Mila Gasco-Hernandez, editors By library.mit.edu Published On :: Sun, 12 Apr 2020 09:49:18 EDT Online Resource Full Article
public sector Developing public sector leadership: new rationale, best practices and tools / Petri Virtanen, Marika Tammeaid By library.mit.edu Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 09:04:30 EDT Online Resource Full Article
public sector Public sector banks sanctioned Rs 5.66 trn in loans during March-April: FM By www.business-standard.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 21:51:00 +0530 During March-April 2020, PSBs sanctioned loans worth Rs 5.66 lakh cr for more than 41.81 lakh accounts Full Article
public sector Public sector banks sanction loans worth Rs 5.66 lakh crore for March-April period By economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2020-05-07T23:18:06+05:30 The borrowers represented the micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSMEs), retail, agriculture and corporate sectors, which was indicative of an economic revival, said finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s office in a tweet on Thursday. Full Article
public sector Financial sustainability of public sector entities: the relevance of accounting frameworks / Josette Caruana, Isabel Brusca, Eugenio Caperchione, Sandra Cohen, Francesca Manes Rossi, editors By library.mit.edu Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 07:59:18 EDT Online Resource Full Article