Data ethics - the public sector should lead the way

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[ Session Name ] Data ethics - the public sector should lead the way [ Primary Space ] Privacy and Security

[ Submitter's Name ] Sarah Gates [ Submitter's Affiliated Organisation ] Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

[ Other Facilitator 1's Name ] Thom Townsend

What will happen in your session?

The UK Government has been leading the global debate on the ethical use of data in the public sector since the publication of the first Data Science Ethical Framework in 2016. DCMS recently published a redesigned Data Ethics Framework following consultation with users and experts across sectors.

This session will focus on the guidance and tools provided in the new framework, asking whether they are helpful and sufficient for monitoring projects. It will also ask what a strong leadership position from Government looks like and how we can practically embed data ethics across a range of public sector projects, including when procuring predictive analytics software from the private sector.

What is the goal or outcome of your session?

To engage with new and existing stakeholders on the quality of the framework and plans to develop the work.

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Time needed

60 mins