The IG is a cross-agency group chaired by leaders in the Public Service. The group aims to increase the effectiveness of Public Service by strengthening the leadership of the government data system.
Data governance norms can be the proverbial calm in the storm. It seems to me we need that now, more than ever.
A cross-government review is underway to increase the transparency and accountability of how government uses algorithms – to help improve the lives of New Zealanders.
Read about the adoption of the International Open Data Charter by the New Zealand Government.
A cross-government working party developed the plan, using a prioritisation framework. The development was overseen by the Information Group.
Stats NZ and members of the open data community celebrated open data day by witnessing the Minister of Statistics and Government Chief Data Steward co-sign New Zealand’s Open Data Charter letter.
The New Zealand Open Data Meetups, despite COVID-19 lockdown, were able to safely gather and talk about experiences, data frustrations and ideas to help in these unusual times.
The Declaration on Open and Transparent Government was approved by Cabinet on 8 August 2011.
This briefing outlined options for a government response to the recommendations from the Algorithm assessment report. Officials reviewed a discussion document about the report and consulted…
The sharing of open data stories raises awareness about open data and encourages new release and use. Recently Stats NZ commissioned engage2 to gather stories from current and potential users of open data.