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Site audience and purpose

Researchers and academics are the primary audience for this site. Documents are published from a wide range of research projects.

It is also intended that the site act as an educational tool to inform the public.

Site navigation

The site is divided into five main topics; namely:

  • About Us provides information about the PCS.
  • Permit Grants highlights lists of permits granted or declined by the PCS.
  • Published Information shows any information published by the PCS.
  • Press Room lists press releases related to the PCS.
  • FOI provides details on Freedom of Information.

Additionally, there are six reference topics - About Us, News, Publications, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), Contact Us, and Forms.

The Site A-Z index and the Site Map are recommended as alternative aids to navigating the site.

Page layout

Pages on the site conform to a standard format.

The banner menu provides links to the main topics and the reference topics from each page of the site. Click on the Government crest image to return to the homepage.

At the foot of each page is information on the date the page was published or last modified, the primary contact details for the PCS, and other useful links, e.g. terms and conditions, access keys, feedback, etc.

The left column, except on the homepage, shows a local menu specific to the section of the site currently being visited. On many pages the right column shows Quick Links to other pages within the same section.

Abbreviations and acronyms

Pages and documents may contain unfamiliar abbreviations and acronyms. Please review the glossary of abbreviations and acronyms for clarification.

Feedback

We welcome any feedback and suggestions on what you would like us to publish on the site. Please e-mail the Webmaster or use the feedback form.

If you have any queries about the Portfolio of the Civil Service's work and policies please contact the PCS by phone, between 08:30 and 17:00 Monday - Friday, on (345) 244-2344.

Last Updated: 2008-06-23