Central GovernmentGE19 Party Policy: EducationWith a General Election date only a few weeks away, Government Business looks at what the main political parties are pledging on a range of issues. Transport & RoadsWhy we need a National Bus StrategyDarren Shirley says that a National Bus Strategy can help ensure buses remain a crucial part of our public transport mix Transport & RoadsDelivering ‘safety outcomes’ in road managementThe RSMA discuss the issue of poor road markings and how road user safety can be put at risk due to poor maintenance Local GovernmentIncorporating a front-to-back end digital platformSt Albans City & District Council has undergone a huge digital transformation project. Caroline Croft discusses what they have achieved so far Security & PolicingPhysical security solutions and non-violent protestsIain Moran discuss how physical security solutions can protect non-violent protestors without unduly draining public resources Facilities ManagementEnsuring all buildings are as efficient as possibleRussell Beattie discusses the importance of heating and ventilation systems in ensuring buildings are as energy efficient as possible TechnologyLooking to get your next cloud project signed off?Why does the public sector struggle to build a compelling business case for cloud? Romy Hughes, director at Brightman, explores the issue EnergyLocal authorities continue to shine a light for solarJack Dobson-Smith explains why rooftop solar can play a large role in delivering the government's net zero ambitions Transport & RoadsRural buses: reversing the declineClaire Walters discusses the factors forcing rural bus services into decline and why buses are crucial for the UK’s harder to reach communities Sport & LeisureInvestment needed in public outdoor play provisionMark Hardy, chair of the API, explores the effect the decline in public playgrounds is having on children Load More *NEWS GOV.UK Chat now available on GOV.UK app Streeting resigns New Welsh first minister appoints cabinet 37 bills included in King's Speech Mayor of London announces new Weekend Hopper fare for busses Cambridge South station gets opening date Final results for local English, national Scottish and Welsh elections declared 12 active travel projects win a share of £1 million New education programmes for under-served communities Gordon Brown and Harriet Harman appointed as PM's advisers