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Annex Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Guidance for Local Authorities December 2021Annex This publication is licensed under the terms of the Open Government License v3.0 except where otherwise

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How to fill out open government licence

1. Start by visiting the official website of the open government licence.
2. Read the terms and conditions of the licence carefully.
3. Ensure that you understand the rights and responsibilities stated in the licence.
4. Download the licence form from the website.
5. Fill out the form by providing the required information, such as your name, organization name, and contact details.
6. Review the form to make sure all the information is accurate and complete.
7. Sign the form electronically or physically, depending on the preferred method specified in the instructions.
8. Submit the filled-out form as per the submission guidelines provided on the website.
9. Wait for confirmation of your licence application.
10. Once your application is approved, you will receive the open government licence document.
11. Ensure to comply with the terms and conditions of the licence while using government data.

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1. The open government licence is needed by individuals, organizations, and businesses who wish to access and use government data that is made available under this licence.
2. Researchers, developers, journalists, and data enthusiasts often require an open government licence to legally access, analyze, and utilize government data for their respective purposes.
3. Government agencies and departments also utilize the open government licence to share their data with the public and allow its widespread use.
4. It is important for anyone who wants to access and use government data to check if the specific dataset they are interested in is covered under the open government licence.

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What is open government licence?

The Open Government Licence (OGL) is a license that allows public sector information to be freely accessed, used, modified, and shared by anyone, without any restrictions.

Who is required to file open government licence?

Organizations and individuals who publish government data or information and wish to distribute it under the terms of the Open Government Licence are required to file it.

How to fill out open government licence?

To fill out the Open Government Licence, one must read the terms and conditions provided with the licence, ensure that the information meets the licensing criteria, and then declare their intention to use the OGL when publishing the data.

What is the purpose of open government licence?

The purpose of the Open Government Licence is to promote transparency, accountability, and innovation by making government-held information available for public use.

What information must be reported on open government licence?

When using the Open Government Licence, report information such as the source of the data, the type of data used, and any modifications made while ensuring proper attribution and compliance with the licence's terms.