Tag Archives: clg

Using the places database

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Dave

I was asked recently by a colleague for some information about the names and locations of local authorities in this country. I was able to respond quickly and usefully thanks to the places database, which sits on the website of … Continue reading →

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Disruptive communities

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Dave

A few interesting sites I’ve come across in the last few weeks have got me thinking – always dangerous – and have also connected some stuff in my head. As always, I might have got this wrong, but thought it … Continue reading →

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Sign this

Posted on April 7, 2009 by Dave

It’s the right thing to do. http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/open-source-tic/

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CLG, Youth Advisors and YouTube

Posted on October 20, 2008 by Dave

CLG have added a whole load of fresh material to their YouTube account, which includes clips from minister Hazel Blears’ trip around the subcontinent and some from the department’s youth engagement work. One of my favourites is this, from the … Continue reading →

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Digital mentors are unorganising themselves…

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Dave

To pick up on the thread of Digital Mentors – the role outlined by CLG to help disadvantaged communities find a voice online – I have started a new site along with a growing bunch of collaborators to develop the … Continue reading →

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