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We don't publish content on GOV.UK using a questions and answers format.

Why we prefer not to use FAQs

The reasons are:

  • FAQs are difficult for users to read
  • headings are not front-loaded, so are difficult to scan
  • they do not perform well in search results
  • they make it difficult to locate information quickly
  • there is often duplicate content provided elsewhere on GOV.UK
  • it is often better to improve existing content

Event transcripts

The only exception is when we are required to publish the transcript of a question and answer event, for transparency reasons.

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