Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Cabinet Office

Oral Answers to Questions

George Howarth Excerpts
Wednesday 10th July 2019

(5 years, 3 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Oliver Dowden Portrait Oliver Dowden
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It is very important to highlight that sort of work. It is just another example of the impact that innovative technology can have in improving people’s lives. The purpose of the GovTech Catalyst challenge is to explore the use of technologies for adult social care, and the Geospatial Commission is helping the Government and the private sector to make better use of GPS data.

George Howarth Portrait Sir George Howarth (Knowsley) (Lab)
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Any innovative technology is welcome if it is applied appropriately, but will the Minister ensure that when such systems are being considered, account will be taken of whether or not they make a service less personal than it is already?

Oliver Dowden Portrait Oliver Dowden
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Experience of innovative technology suggests that it can make services more personalised and more tailored to individual circumstances. However, it is important for us to continue to make services accessible to everyone, which is why they will always be available in a non-digital format as well.