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19 September

Train like an astronaut with Mission X
Member of the ESA astronaut reserve John McFall.

There’s an opportunity for children across the country to take part in Mission X – a programme that uses the excitement of space exploration to encourage engagement...

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18 September

The UK voted for this resolution to demand urgent action to address the horrendous humanitarian situation in Gaza, bring the hostages home and end the conflict: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council
The UK voted for this resolution to demand urgent action to address the horrendous humanitarian situation in Gaza, bring the hostages home and end the conflict: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council
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We encourage the Syrian government to continue to prioritise women’s meaningful participation in the political transition and ensure a representative and inclusive political process: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We encourage the Syrian government to continue to prioritise women’s meaningful participation in the political transition and ensure a representative and inclusive political process: UK statement at the UN Security...
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Business Secretary sets out ambition to build on momentum of State Visit
Business Secretary sets out ambition to build on momentum of State Visit
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£10,000 fine after Lancashire illegal waste operations uncovered
£10,000 fine after Lancashire illegal waste operations uncovered
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Jobs boost as UK set to build military aircraft for United States for first time in over fifty years
Jobs boost as UK set to build military aircraft for United States for first time in over fifty years
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Joint executive team to be set up across DHSC and NHS England
Joint executive team to be set up across DHSC and NHS England
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PM's remarks at State Visit press conference: 18 September 2025
PM's remarks at State Visit press conference: 18 September 2025
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More sex offenders given chemical suppressants
More sex offenders given chemical suppressants
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James McEwen appointed as CEO of HMPPS
James McEwen appointed as CEO of HMPPS
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Back to school with young IP trailblazers
Back to school with young IP trailblazers
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RPC compares the quality of impact assessments submitted by government departments

The RPC reviews and rates the quality of impact assessments (IAs) of new regulations produced by government departments. As well as the headline ‘fit for purpose’ rating, we rate IAs across four areas: rationale...

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Building understanding of software markets in local government

Over the past six months, we’ve been developing our understanding of local government software markets. This work aims to address the concerns raised by councils through our programme’s evaluation and highlighted...

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FSA workforce management information August 2025
FSA workforce management information August 2025
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DCMS workforce management information: August 2025
DCMS workforce management information: August 2025
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Schools service scoops heritage award for The National Archives

Educators at The National Archives have won a prestigious prize for their history workshops.

The team, all trained teachers, won The Sandford Award for Heritage Learning 2025. They bring alive history ...

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Iconic Nature Reserve launches cutting-edge conservation hub
Iconic Nature Reserve launches cutting-edge conservation hub
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Cumbrian rivers recognised in global environmental prize
Cumbrian rivers recognised in global environmental prize
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Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, September 2025
Open letters between HM Treasury and Bank of England, September 2025
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UK condemns Russian violations of NATO airspace and confirms support for Poland, Romania and Ukraine: UK Statement to the OSCE
UK condemns Russian violations of NATO airspace and confirms support for Poland, Romania and Ukraine: UK Statement to the OSCE
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Leadership Transition at Great British Energy – Nuclear
Leadership Transition at Great British Energy – Nuclear
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Russia's violations of sovereign airspace are part of a clear and sustained pattern of behaviour: UK statement to the OSCE
Russia's violations of sovereign airspace are part of a clear and sustained pattern of behaviour: UK statement to the OSCE
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Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland regarding the Technology Prosperity Deal
Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland regarding the Technology Prosperity Deal
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PM's remarks at the State Visit business event: 18 September 2025
PM's remarks at the State Visit business event: 18 September 2025
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FIRST SMALL BOAT MIGRANT RETURNED UNDER NEW UK-FRANCE AGREEMENT
FIRST SMALL BOAT MIGRANT RETURNED UNDER NEW UK-FRANCE AGREEMENT
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UK Response to the incoming Swiss OSCE Chairperson in Office: UK statement to the OSCE, September 2025
UK Response to the incoming Swiss OSCE Chairperson in Office: UK statement to the OSCE, September 2025
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Seasonal closure for crawfish announced
Seasonal closure for crawfish announced
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Foot and Mouth disease controls amended for Hungary
Foot and Mouth disease controls amended for Hungary
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Partnership board updated on work to review evidence for SMA newborn screening

Last month, we published a suite of 4 documents relating to the UK National Screening Committee’s (UK NSC’s) review of evidence on newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

One...

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Independent Assessors’ Annual Report 2024/25
Independent Assessors’ Annual Report 2024/25
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Enabling pharmacist flexibilities when dispensing medicines
Enabling pharmacist flexibilities when dispensing medicines
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Durham soldier of World War One laid to rest 109 years after death
Durham soldier of World War One laid to rest 109 years after death
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Louise Smyth CBE: my final chapter at Companies House 

I joined Companies House as Chief Executive and Registrar of Companies for England and Wales in 2017, and it's been an honour and a privilege to hold that title.   

I felt truly at home...

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UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Working Group on Enforced Disappearances
UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Working Group on Enforced Disappearances
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UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on Older Persons
UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on Older Persons
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Finnmaster report published
Finnmaster report published
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Former Director General of Institute of Directors banned as company director over Covid loan abuse
Former Director General of Institute of Directors banned as company director over Covid loan abuse
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UK sets sights on closer ties with Argentina and Brazil
UK sets sights on closer ties with Argentina and Brazil
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New strategic partnership to unlock billions and boost military AI and innovation
New strategic partnership to unlock billions and boost military AI and innovation
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Tech Nation launches Creo 2025 cohort – 16 startups building accessible innovation

18 September 2025

News & Updates

— 16 groundbreaking startups join the UK’s first springboard programme for disabled founders and entrepreneurs innovating around disability

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Using AI to accelerate delivery during the discovery phase

Jenny Taylor, Delivery Group Lead within Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) at Defra, Zoe Wilkins, Delivery Manager and Chris Leo, Head of User-centred Design Assurance, share how they are making ...

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How we're modernising our digital services to deliver faster land registration

The recent news that we passed our target for reducing the age of our oldest cases is a major achievement for the organisation. To go further, we're accelerating our digital transformation to give customers...

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CSHT opens for applications 
Credit: Becky Briggs

From today (18 September 2025), eligible farmers, foresters and land managers who’ve received pre-application advice and completed any necessary preparatory works will be invited...

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Auxiliary engine room fire on board the ro-ro cargo ship Finnmaster
Auxiliary engine room fire on board the ro-ro cargo ship Finnmaster
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Victoria and Albert Museum Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025
Victoria and Albert Museum Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025
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Research and Development tax relief reform and intensive support
Research and Development tax relief reform and intensive support
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Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief Reform
Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief Reform
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£75,000 to be confiscated from Lincolnshire waste criminals
&pound;75,000 to be confiscated from Lincolnshire waste criminals
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RSH publishes the outcome of its small provider TSM data submission pilot
RSH publishes the outcome of its small provider TSM data submission pilot
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Official Statistics: Advanced Learner Loans paid in England AY 2024/25, Aug to Jul
Official Statistics: Advanced Learner Loans paid in England AY 2024/25, Aug to Jul
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Time to get serious about men’s NHS Health Checks
Our new research shows that too many men are missing out on the NHS Health Check, which is essential in preventing illness and saving lives. Read our findings and calls to action for healthcare leaders.
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New Voices, Real Impact: Why Early Talent and Different Thinking Matters 

One of the most rewarding aspects of leading the Digital Infrastructure & Security Operations (DISO) team within the Ministry of Justice is witnessing the energy and fresh thinking that new joiners bring...

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HMRC and VOA: workforce management information, August 2025
HMRC and VOA: workforce management information, August 2025
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How OfDIA is driving adoption of secure digital verification services

Whether applying for a credit card or starting a new job, digital verification services (DVS) are already saving people and businesses time and money. But to make sure the benefits of DVS are realised in sectors...

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The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to Visit Japan
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh to Visit Japan
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17 September

Record-breaking £150bn investment unveiled during US State Visit
Record-breaking &pound;150bn investment unveiled during US State Visit
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Exchequer Secretary speech to the annual HMRC Conference
Exchequer Secretary speech to the annual HMRC Conference
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Afghanistan cannot succeed while women and girls are excluded: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Afghanistan cannot succeed while women and girls are excluded: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Culture Secretary speech at Royal Television Society Cambridge Convention 2025
Culture Secretary speech at Royal Television Society Cambridge Convention 2025
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OAG spending over £25,000 for August 2025
OAG spending over &pound;25,000 for August 2025
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OAG Spending over £500 on a GPC for August 2025
OAG Spending over &pound;500 on a GPC for August 2025
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NBA and UK Government announce comprehensive plan to elevate basketball in the UK
NBA and UK Government announce comprehensive plan to elevate basketball in the UK
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From court to community: government shoots and scores with NBA collaboration
From court to community: government shoots and scores with NBA collaboration
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The unanimous adoption of this resolution demonstrates our shared commitment to locate and return missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council
The unanimous adoption of this resolution demonstrates our shared commitment to locate and return missing Kuwaiti and third-country nationals: UK explanation of vote at the UN Security Council
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HMS Richmond visits Philippines to increase defence cooperation and boost trade
HMS Richmond visits Philippines to increase defence cooperation and boost trade
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New members appointed to the Independent Reconfiguration Panel
New members appointed to the Independent Reconfiguration Panel
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Adding actuarial value to workforce modelling
Planning for uncertain workforce needs

Actuaries are specialists in risk, who develop projections in respect of people, resources and finances, where driving factors are uncertain. Actuarial teams are familiar...

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Maker Station makes an impact at Stockton Central Library

The Government announced the fourth round of the Libraries Improvement Fund earlier this year as part of the Government’s commitment to ensure libraries are able to upgrade their physical and digital ...

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Civil Service Government Skills service user acceptance policy
Civil Service Government Skills service user acceptance policy
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HM Treasury Senior officials’ business expenses, hospitality, and meetings April to June 2025
HM Treasury Senior officials’ business expenses, hospitality, and meetings April to June 2025
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Intellectual Property Office Corporate Plan 2025 to 2026
Intellectual Property Office Corporate Plan 2025 to 2026
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AI’s thirst for water 

Alexandra Kis (Cognizant) and Avinash Lunj (Sopra Steria) are members of the Government Digital Sustainability Alliance (GDSA) Planetary Impact working group, which Rich Kenny (Interact). is the co-chair...

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Empowering innovation and citizen outcomes: 

A guest blog by Penny Horner-Long, Head of the Government Grants Profession.

Profession number 32 in government: The grant-making community - driving policy and mission delivery

The inclusion...

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Two Board Members appointed to the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
Two Board Members appointed to the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
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UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention
UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention
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Education Secretary speech at National Parent Survey launch
Education Secretary speech at National Parent Survey launch
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DfE Update: 17 September 2025
DfE Update: 17 September 2025
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Fee-paid Judge of the First-tier Tribunal: Social Entitlement Chamber Pre-Application Seminar 2025

The Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) (external link) will be launching a selection exercise in October to recruit Fee-paid Judges of the First-tier Tribunal, Social Entitlement Chamber.

The...
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Transparent transformation—bringing people along with change

David Thomas, Delivery Group Lead for Environmental Quality, reflects on his experience developing new ways of working across digital delivery.

Recently Defra’s digital delivery department changed...

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New regulations for clinical trials – Join our Route B substantial modifications pilot

By Anthony Carter – MHRA Low-Risk Assessor Manager, Clinical Investigations & Trials Operations Team

September 2025: This blog provides information about the Route B substantial modifications...

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New regulations for clinical trials – Join our Route B substantial modifications pilot

By Anthony Carter – MHRA Low-Risk Assessor Manager, Clinical Investigations & Trials Operations Team

September 2025: This blog provides information about the Route B substantial modifications...

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From Satellites to Solutions: Tackling Blue-Green Algae in Lough Neagh
Lough Neagh. Credit; NI Space.

Lough Neagh is one of Northern Ireland’s most valuable natural assets.

The largest freshwater lake in the UK at over square 380 kilometres, it provides drinking water...

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DfT: workforce management information, August 2025
DfT: workforce management information, August 2025
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Strategic Engagement Group Meeting Chair’s Summary - September 2025
Strategic Engagement Group Meeting Chair’s Summary - September 2025
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32 ways to deliver the best outcomes for the public

Have you joined your profession yet? With 32 cross-government professions now available, including the newly launched Grants profession (welcome to the family!), there are more pathways than ever for civil...

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Crab and lobster FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates
Crab and lobster FMP explained: goals, benefits and updates
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Civil Service Fast Stream named UK's top graduate employer
Civil Service Fast Stream named UK's top graduate employer
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Annual Police Superintendents' Association Conference
Annual Police Superintendents' Association Conference
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Regulator to investigate Islamic charity after concerns raised over its financial controls
Regulator to investigate Islamic charity after concerns raised over its financial controls
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The Hardship Fund
The Hardship Fund
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Cannabis-based products for medicinal use
Cannabis-based products for medicinal use
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First group of Gazan children arrive for specialist NHS treatment
First group of Gazan children arrive for specialist NHS treatment
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Professor Richard FitzGerald appointed to the Commission on Human Medicines
Professor Richard FitzGerald appointed to the Commission on Human Medicines
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The future of UK maritime: Skills, Technology and Sustainability
The future of UK maritime: Skills, Technology and Sustainability
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New members appointed to the PRRB and NCARRB
New members appointed to the PRRB and NCARRB
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Policy paper: Approved premises inspection response letters and action plans
Policy paper: Approved premises inspection response letters and action plans
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The true picture of property fraud in England and Wales

Whilst recent media stories may have left homeowners fearing that property fraud is increasing dramatically, we can confirm that thankfully it remains relatively rare, in part due to some simple steps that...

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Defra’s biodiversity duty statement 2025
Defra’s biodiversity duty statement 2025
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Draft affirmative coming for Trade Act 2021 (Power to Implement International Trade Agreements) (Extension to Expiry) Regulations 2025
Draft affirmative coming for Trade Act 2021 (Power to Implement International Trade Agreements) (Extension to Expiry) Regulations 2025. See other results for details.
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Draft affirmative coming for Environmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (England) Regulations 2025
Draft affirmative coming for Environmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (England) Regulations 2025. See other results for details.
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