commencing build of the National Underground Asset Register
improving data about land use through regional and national pilots
investing up to £4 million for phase 2 of the Transport Location Data Competition
delivering the public dialogue on location data ethics, to support public confidence in the use of geospatial data
Minister of State for the Cabinet Office, Lord True CBE said:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, governments, organisations and individuals have seen the immense value of location data in action. Location data continues to provide us with place-based insights that inform our response, and help deliver services that keep us safe. As we focus on economic recovery, the Geospatial Commission’s work is vital to meet the UK’s geospatial ambitions and unlock the power of geospatial data to support our economic, environmental and societal goals.
Geospatial Commission sets its 2021/22 priorities
Geospatial Commission publishes annual plan that shows progress against the UK’s Geospatial Strategy, key priorities for the year ahead and the appointment of Sir Bernard Silverman as chair.
From:
2 June 2021
One year after the launch of the UK’s Geospatial Strategy, the annual plan reflects on the widespread use of geospatial data for economic recovery and growth, helping meet net zero targets, underpinning the UK’s place as a leading global digital nation and fuelling the transition to a data-driven public sector.
The annual plan outlines progress made including:
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investing up to