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- Have you used the active voice? This means being clear about who is doing the action.
- For example: Instead of "A report will be produced", you would say "PHE will produce a report".
- Have you explained any technical or clinical terms?
- Does your writing make sense for someone who is not a technical expert?
- Have you broken up your text with headings and paragraphs, and used bullet points for lists?
- Does your writing use conversational language? For example, write 'use' instead of 'utilise'.
Writing guides and tools
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GOV.UK Style Guide Plain English Writing Guide Words to Avoid List Proofreading Tips How to Write Reports Civil Service Learning Course for Written Communication |