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24 August

Co-chair’s statement of the Coalition of the Willing: 24 August 2026
Co-chair’s statement of the Coalition of the Willing: 24 August 2026
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Waste site cleared after illegal dumping investigation
Waste site cleared after illegal dumping investigation
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What is Salmonella and what can you do to avoid catching it? 

Salmonella is the group of bacteria behind one of the most common types of food poisoning in the UK, and while for most people it means a few unpleasant days at home, for others it can lead to serious illness...

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Defra: workforce management information July 2026
Defra: workforce management information July 2026
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Quinquennial Review of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme 2023: final progress update
Quinquennial Review of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme 2023: final progress update
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Updated Peer Review Quality Guides and Criteria Sheets
Updated Peer Review Quality Guides and Criteria Sheets
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Defence Secretary champions innovation on visit to largest Navy base in Western Europe
Defence Secretary champions innovation on visit to largest Navy base in Western Europe
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In tribute to PC Tom Clough
In tribute to PC Tom Clough
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Ukrainian Independence Day 2026: UK Statement to the OSCE
Ukrainian Independence Day 2026: UK Statement to the OSCE
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Services Week 2026 Wrap Up

Thank you to everyone who made Services Week 2026 such a resounding success! It was inspiring to see the community come together to share, learn, and collaborate on improving public services. 

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Supplier information for SIA front line licence cards
Supplier information for SIA front line licence cards
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Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2021 to 2022
Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2021 to 2022
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Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2022 to 2023
Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2022 to 2023
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Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2023 to 2024
Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2023 to 2024
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Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2024 to 2025
Report on indirect compensation payments made to industry in the UK, 2024 to 2025
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Valuation Methodology Review for Pubs and Hotels
Valuation Methodology Review for Pubs and Hotels
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UK helps over 200,000 children improve reading and numeracy in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
UK helps over 200,000 children improve reading and numeracy in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
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Speech by the Master of the Rolls: Getting the Paper out of International Trade and Finance – Why not now?

Banking and Financial Services Law Association ConferenceSheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast, QueenslandGetting the Paper out of International Trade and Finance: Why not now?21 August 2026Sir Geoffrey Vos...

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If the SIA does or will provide APIs for licence checks
If the SIA does or will provide APIs for licence checks
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Treasury to call time on uncertainty for pubs and hotels
Treasury to call time on uncertainty for pubs and hotels
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Anniversary Statement: Tekever AR5 Evolution Mk 2.3, G-TEKE
Anniversary Statement: Tekever AR5 Evolution Mk 2.3, G-TEKE
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Two Years On: My Reflections as Chief Regulator  

Two years ago, the Environment Agency created the Chief Regulator's Group to provide strategic leadership for regulation. We’re helping create a more consistent, effective and proportionate...

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Planning powers for mayors in England
Planning powers for mayors in England
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PM meeting with President Costa of the European Council: 23 August 2026
PM meeting with President Costa of the European Council: 23 August 2026
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PM meeting with Prime Minister Frieden of Luxembourg: 23 August 2026
PM meeting with Prime Minister Frieden of Luxembourg: 23 August 2026
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Northern Ireland Secretary to emphasise importance of UK-Irish economic ties in first visit to Dublin
Northern Ireland Secretary to emphasise importance of UK-Irish economic ties in first visit to Dublin
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NRS Harwell marks 80 Years of history and innovation
NRS Harwell marks 80 Years of history and innovation
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Forests for water: applying the UK Forestry Standard in practice

Chris Waterfield, Carbon and Water Woodland Advisor, explains how you can apply UK Forestry Standards to create and manage woodlands to improve flood alleviation, water quality and aquatic habitats.

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Planning Inspectorate spending over £250: July 2026
Planning Inspectorate spending over &pound;250: July 2026
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HMRC: workforce management information, July 2026
HMRC: workforce management information, July 2026
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Call for evidence: UK-Morocco procurement agreement
Call for evidence: UK-Morocco procurement agreement
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Britain is 100% behind you: Prime Minister Andy Burnham visits Kyiv on Ukrainian Independence Day for first international trip
Britain is 100% behind you: Prime Minister Andy Burnham visits Kyiv on Ukrainian Independence Day for first international trip
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23 August

Mayors given powers to green light developments
Mayors given powers to green light developments
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21 August

Food Fact Check: Can you get salmonella from eggs? What you need to know.

Cymraeg

We're working closely with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and other partners to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis. Investigations so far have identified potential...

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New Minister with responsibility for IP
New Minister with responsibility for IP
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Bluetongue virus: from reporting to results
Bluetongue virus: from reporting to results
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Victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse to be supported
Victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse to be supported
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Defra payment spot checks in public sub contracts
Defra payment spot checks in public sub contracts
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Former waste firm boss banned as director after transferring assets worth millions to connected companies as NHS contracts collapsed
Former waste firm boss banned as director after transferring assets worth millions to connected companies as NHS contracts collapsed
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20 Malaysian scholars awarded prestigious UK Chevening scholarships
20 Malaysian scholars awarded prestigious UK Chevening scholarships
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Joint statement: Israel closing the investigation into strikes on World Central Kitchen convoy
Joint statement: Israel closing the investigation into strikes on World Central Kitchen convoy
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Whitehall officials to be posted into mayors' offices as PM marks first month of No10 North
Whitehall officials to be posted into mayors' offices as PM marks first month of No10 North
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Beacon Fen Energy Park development consent decision announced
Beacon Fen Energy Park development consent decision announced
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Megan Lee-Devlin appointed Chief Executive of HMCTS
Megan Lee-Devlin appointed Chief Executive of HMCTS
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Leading pensions work that matters: reflections from the Head of Public Service Pensions

Few pensions’ roles offer the opportunity to help shape decisions that affect millions of people across the UK.

As Head of Public Service Pensions at the Government Actuary's Department (GAD), I've...

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Leading AST: A Unique Opportunity at the Heart of GAD

You may have noticed that GAD is recruiting a new Head of the Analytical Solutions Team, or AST, and wondered: what exactly is AST, and what does the role involve?

AST is GAD’s centre of analytical...

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Your land, your choice: how Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier can work for farmers and land managers 

By Dougal McNeill, Principal Officer, Agri-Environment Delivery, Natural England

This blog explains and breaks down the role of Defra, RPA and NE in the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier process...

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HMT workforce management information: July 2026
HMT workforce management information: July 2026
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178th ACNFP meeting - 16 and 17 September 2026
178th ACNFP meeting - 16 and 17 September 2026
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New maps guide visitors along Salisbury River Park artwork trail
New maps guide visitors along Salisbury River Park artwork trail
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July 2026 Transaction Data
July 2026 Transaction Data
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France prevents 185 boats and 4,300 migrants reaching UK shores
France prevents 185 boats and 4,300 migrants reaching UK shores
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Ocean Way preliminary assessment update
Ocean Way preliminary assessment update
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Anniversary Statement: Quik GT 450, G-CGTU
Anniversary Statement: Quik GT 450, G-CGTU
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Helping the Science Museum Group understand climate-related risks
Helping the Science Museum Group understand climate-related risks
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FSA workforce management information July 2026
FSA workforce management information July 2026
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First National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism marked
First National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism marked
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Response to the Hong Kong Alliance leaders' national security law verdict
Response to the Hong Kong Alliance leaders' national security law verdict
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SIA marks National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism
SIA marks National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism
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20 August

Dragons' Den IP Blog - Series 23 Episode 8

It’s the return of series 23 of Dragons' Den and tonight's episode served up plenty of food for thought, with confectionery creativity and spice-inspired stories firmly on the menu. 

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Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada and Norway on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan
Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Canada and Norway on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan
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Joint statement on Israeli Government’s decision to publish construction tenders for the E1 settlement project
Joint statement on Israeli Government’s decision to publish construction tenders for the E1 settlement project
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Official Statistics: No fixed abode (homeless or rough sleeping) at release from custody, by Probation Delivery Unit
Official Statistics: No fixed abode (homeless or rough sleeping) at release from custody, by Probation Delivery Unit
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Tackling drought: aquifer recharging to smart irrigation trials

As summers grow drier and water levels fall, farmers face an increasing challenge in meeting the water needs of crops and livestock.

Without solutions, this puts yields, and ultimately businesses...

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A Digital Fast Stream Secondments Journey: How the secondment strengthened my product and strategy Skills

Hi, I’m Marjanul Islam. As I write this, I am currently in my second year on the Digital Fast Stream working as a Delivery Manager.

As part of the programme, I completed a six-month secondment...

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PM call with Prime Minister Takaichi of Japan: 20 August 2026
PM call with Prime Minister Takaichi of Japan: 20 August 2026
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Changes to how you sign in to the Find and update company information service
Changes to how you sign in to the Find and update company information service
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British weapons jobs rise by more than 50% in a year as defence investment strengthens UK industry
British weapons jobs rise by more than 50% in a year as defence investment strengthens UK industry
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Appeal for information after illegal waste site shut down
Appeal for information after illegal waste site shut down
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Record number of NCA officers deployed to tackle people smugglers
Record number of NCA officers deployed to tackle people smugglers
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Coordinated drought response intensifies amid extreme weather
Coordinated drought response intensifies amid extreme weather
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How we protected the UK and space in July 2026
How we protected the UK and space in July 2026
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Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions July 2026
Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions July 2026
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FRAB minutes and associated papers: 18 June 2026
FRAB minutes and associated papers: 18 June 2026
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FRAB effectiveness review: November 2023
FRAB effectiveness review: November 2023
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Police Pension Scheme 2015: Regulation 36
Police Pension Scheme 2015: Regulation 36
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How digital verification services can help businesses meet their obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations 

In early 2026 we (DCMS, formerly DSIT) worked with HM Treasury to publish guidance under the Money Laundering Regulations (MLRs). The guidance sets out how certified and registered digital verification...

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Government convenes local partners in Bedford to maximise benefits of landmark Universal United Kingdom Resort across the region
Government convenes local partners in Bedford to maximise benefits of landmark Universal United Kingdom Resort across the region
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Fly-tippers forced to pay up for the streets they trashed
Fly-tippers forced to pay up for the streets they trashed
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Official Statistics: HM Prison & Probation Service workforce quarterly: September 2026
Official Statistics: HM Prison & Probation Service workforce quarterly: September 2026
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A thinking partner: Copilot as assistive technology

Since 2023, Defra has been running targeted trials and rollouts of Microsoft Copilot - a personal AI assistant integrated within Microsoft apps. These pilots highlighted the meaningful ways it can benefit...

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Preventative Analytics for Youth Justice: The Advisory Panel's First Steps

Preventing children and young people from being drawn into crime and the criminal justice system can have profound effects later in life. Did you know that 80% of prolific adult offenders get their first cautions...

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‘Document upload’ is coming soon: a quicker, easier way to send us your documents

We’re pleased to tell you that we're introducing a new ‘Document upload’ service in the Rural Payments service.

This new online service will give you a simpler, more secure way to send us documents...

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Consultation Q&A Series: Day 2 – Scheme Rules
Consultation Q&A Series: Day 2 – Scheme Rules
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Apply now for the latest ADOPT funding rounds
Credit: Yorkshire Crop Nutrition Club

Eligible applicants can now apply for funding through the latest rounds of the Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) Fund.

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Maths excellence as thousands achieve high grades at GCSE
Maths excellence as thousands achieve high grades at GCSE
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Vandemoortele required to sell UK plant following pastry merger investigation
Vandemoortele required to sell UK plant following pastry merger investigation
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MHCLG: spending over £25,000, June 2026
MHCLG: spending over &pound;25,000, June 2026
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MHCLG: spending over £500, June 2026
MHCLG: spending over &pound;500, June 2026
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The Secret Life of a Suburban Garden Visitor
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As dusk settles over the gardens on my terrace row, most of us are drawing curtains and settling in for the evening. But for one small, spiny family at the end of my garden, the day is...

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Latest testing provides reassurance on safety of Lough Neagh fish
Latest testing provides reassurance on safety of Lough Neagh fish
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Sea Eagle report published
Sea Eagle report published
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AAIB Report: Eurofox 2K, G-CMAX
AAIB Report: Eurofox 2K, G-CMAX
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New challenge launched to store clean energy for longer and protect households from price spikes
New challenge launched to store clean energy for longer and protect households from price spikes
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The 2026 National Reference Test: rising attainment in maths and what this means for grades

The 2026 National Reference Test (NRT) results are out today. They show a long-term trend of slightly improved attainment in GCSE maths, but not in English language. So, to ensure that standards are maintained...

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GCSE, level 1 and 2 results 2026 at a glance: key trends and context for teachers

More than 5.7 million GCSE results have been issued to students in England today, along with more than 374,000 results for level 1 and 2 vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs).

These results...

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Man overboard from the lone-operated creel fishing vessel Sea Eagle (AH18) resulting in one presumed fatality
Man overboard from the lone-operated creel fishing vessel Sea Eagle (AH18) resulting in one presumed fatality
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AAIB investigation to Eurofox 2K, G-CMAX
AAIB investigation to Eurofox 2K, G-CMAX
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Climate adaptation: strengthening the UK’s resilience to climate change

Climate change is already being felt across the UK, with increasing impacts on people’s lives and the economy. With it now expected that global warming levels will exceed 1.5ºC1 in the next ten years, ...

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Why light matters: CST’s advice on securing competitive advantage through photonics

Realising long-term economic growth, national security and resilience from the UK’s strengths in science and technology requires focused support in areas where the UK can secure lasting competitive advantage...

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