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Citizens
Advice Bureaux as E-intermediaries |
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With
the Government keen to explore the potential for e-intermediaries,
Citizens Advice is forging ahead to equip itself with the technical
infrastructure necessary for such a role. But there are important
questions around the independence of CABs. John Wheatley explores
these and other issues. |
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Citizens
Connect |
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Citizens
Connect is an IT-led initiative that will enable Citizens Advice
Bureaux to use new technologies to provide an improved service for
clients, and a more efficient working environment for staff and
volunteers. The two-year programme is being funded by Government
to the tune of £20m. |
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Now
we are six |
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The
sixth Better Connected report on council websites is bigger and
better than ever, bringing readers a wealth of information. It finds
council websites continuing to make good progress, one third of
sites moving up the rankings over the last year. However, much remains
to be done if councils are to meet the 2005 e-Government targets.
Dave Thompson reviews the report and its findings. |
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On
the road and online |
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The
Devon In Touch roadshow aims to connect rural communities by encouraging
people who don't currently use the internet to give it a try and
experience the benefits of going online. It also promotes County
Council services and important public information initiatives such
as CAREdirect and safety in the home. |
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items in this edition (members only) |