The Independent addresses significant societal issues including reproductive rights and climate change, backed by on-ground reporting. Recent efforts include documentary productions highlighting women's rights in America and investigative pieces on financial matters involving high-profile figures. Additionally, a partnership with Google aims to modernize UK government technology, transitioning from outdated systems to advanced cloud solutions, ensuring data security while potentially saving billions. This collaboration allows for necessary upgrades without government expenditures, reflecting a commitment to improve public sector technology and service accessibility.
The agreement comes as part of a shift away from outdated computer technology to cloud systems with security integrated into their design.
Technology Secretary Peter Kyle said he is determined to break free from the ball-and-chain technology used in more than a quarter of public sector systems and some 70% of police forces and NHS trusts.
He said Google could invest hundreds of millions into Britain's public sector technology under the partnership, which will not see the Government pay.
The aim is to make sure information on services is more easily available and to save up to 45 billion of Government cash.
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