Geospatial Commission

Last updated

The United Kingdom's Geospatial Commission was an expert group responsible for promoting the use of geospatial data in the country. [1] The commission also defines UK's "geospatial strategy". [2]

Contents

Initially established in 2018 as part of the Cabinet Office, it later moved to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology [ when? ] before being merged into the Government Digital Service in January 2025. [3]

The Geospatial Commission works closely alongside its Partner Bodies, also known as the Geo6:

See also

References

  1. "About us". GOV.UK. 20 December 2018. Retrieved 21 January 2021.
  2. "Unlocking the power of location:The UK's geospatial strategy". GOV.UK. 16 June 2020. Retrieved 21 January 2021.
  3. Dunton, Jim (22 January 2025). "DSIT blueprint unpacks vision for 'new' Government Digital Service". Civil Service World. Retrieved 9 February 2025.