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26 April

Circular 005/2024: cryptoasset forfeiture provisions
Circular 005/2024: cryptoasset forfeiture provisions
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We urge Russia to translate its apparent concern for critical infrastructure into action by ceasing attacks in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We urge Russia to translate its apparent concern for critical infrastructure into action by ceasing attacks in Ukraine: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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UK summons Russian Ambassador following allegations of Russian orchestrated malign activity on UK soil
UK summons Russian Ambassador following allegations of Russian orchestrated malign activity on UK soil
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Royal Navy ship joins international effort to build pier for aid delivery into Gaza by sea
Royal Navy ship joins international effort to build pier for aid delivery into Gaza by sea
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GORS Career Stories - Jonathan
GORS Career Stories - Jonathan
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Government to launch new consultation to protect UK universities from security threats
Government to launch new consultation to protect UK universities from security threats
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Statement from Welsh Secretary and Chair of the Tata Steel/Port Talbot Transition Board
Statement from Welsh Secretary and Chair of the Tata Steel/Port Talbot Transition Board
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Coverage about the cost of new border checks

There has been reporting today that new border checks for EU imports, which will begin on 30 April, could increase food prices.

These border checks are fundamental in protecting our farmers and countryside...

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Latest statement in response to small boat crossings
Latest statement in response to small boat crossings
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Shropshire Petals on applying for grants

RPA offers a wide range of grants rural payments to farmers and businesses. In this blog, RPA talks to farmer Jim Bubb, on how the Improving Farm Productivity grant has made his business more efficient...

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UK Export Finance: Commercial Pipeline 2024
UK Export Finance: Commercial Pipeline 2024
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Changes to regulations relating to the Care Quality Commission
Changes to regulations relating to the Care Quality Commission
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Minister Whately speech on social care
Minister Whately speech on social care
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Modern slavery statement registry updated
Modern slavery statement registry updated
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Circular 004/2024: cryptoasset confiscation order provisions
Circular 004/2024: cryptoasset confiscation order provisions
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Farewell and happy retirement to GFiE Director Peter Lawrence OBE
Farewell and happy retirement to GFiE Director Peter Lawrence OBE
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World Vets Day 2024: Veterinarians are essential health workers

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As the global veterinary community celebrates World Veterinary Day 2024 tomorrow, Jane Clark, Director of Veterinary Services for the Food Standards Agency, shares her thoughts...

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Yadvinder Malhi is reappointed to the Natural History Museum Board
Yadvinder Malhi is reappointed to the Natural History Museum Board
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Innovating across the Atlantic: New agreement for UK and US innovation liaison officers
Innovating across the Atlantic: New agreement for UK and US innovation liaison officers
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Foreign Secretary meeting with Foreign Minister of Mongolia, April 2024
Foreign Secretary meeting with Foreign Minister of Mongolia, April 2024
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Leading the charge: Embracing low carbon construction in nuclear

Eirini Etoimou, our head of corporate sustainability and supply chain development and sourcing, sets out what sustainability means here at Sellafield Ltd.

At Sellafield Ltd, our purpose is to create a ...

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Avian Influenza in US cattle

Two cows looking at the camera.

There have been media reports this week about the discovery of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) in dairy cattle in the US.

We are monitoring the situation...

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DWP spending over 25,000, January 2024
DWP spending over £25,000, January 2024
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DWP spending over 25,000, February 2024
DWP spending over £25,000, February 2024
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DWP spending over 25,000, March 2024
DWP spending over £25,000, March 2024
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UK and Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership arrangement
UK and Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership arrangement
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Monitoring air quality and dust on the HS2 Phase One and 2a route (February 2024)
Monitoring air quality and dust on the HS2 Phase One and 2a route (February 2024)
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Monitoring noise and vibration on the HS2 Phase One and 2a route (February 2024)
Monitoring noise and vibration on the HS2 Phase One and 2a route (February 2024)
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Specialised Committee on the Implementation of the Windsor Framework: joint statement, 25 April 2024
Specialised Committee on the Implementation of the Windsor Framework: joint statement, 25 April 2024
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Corporate sports and music hospitality provider shut down after last-minute booking cancellations and failure to pay refunds
Corporate sports and music hospitality provider shut down after last-minute booking cancellations and failure to pay refunds
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Notice to improve: Newham Sixth Form College
Notice to improve: Newham Sixth Form College
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Royal Navy warship shoots down Houthi missile
Royal Navy warship shoots down Houthi missile
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Sustainable innovation that makes you go “Ooho”
Sustainable innovation that makes you go “Ooho”
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When are year 6 SATs 2024? Key dates for parents and pupils
When are year 6 SATs 2024? Key dates for parents and pupils
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Terrorgram collective now proscribed as terrorist organisation
Terrorgram collective now proscribed as terrorist organisation
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Cumbria property and construction businessman jailed for fraud and breaching director ban
Cumbria property and construction businessman jailed for fraud and breaching director ban
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Why we might suspend a childcare provider’s registration and what happens next

Keeping children safe is paramount. That’s why we do everything we can to make sure that childcare provision is safe and secure, and that it meets the needs of children at all times.

Ofsted has...

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Draft affirmative coming for Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) (Amendment) Regulations 2024
Draft affirmative coming for Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (Security Requirements for Relevant Connectable Products) (Amendment) Regulations 2024. See other results for details.
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Update on the UK-Rwanda Partnership (James Cleverly)

The Government today laid a statutory statement, in line with section 20(8) of the Constitutional Reform and Governance Act 2010, confirming its intention to ratify the UK-Rwanda Agreement on an Asylum Partnership...

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Aviation Update (Mark Harper)

This Government is fiercely proud of the success of Britain’s aviation industry – and is committed to ensuring it continues to grow and succeed in future. Decarbonisation is critical to that future...

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Update: Deposit Return Scheme for Drinks Containers (Robbie Moore, Member, Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill Committee)

Today, I am updating colleagues on our progress to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. The Government is committed to delivering a world-class scheme and will bring forth legislation...

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Update: Deposit Return Scheme for Drinks Containers (Robbie Moore, Member, Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill Committee)

Today, I am updating colleagues on our progress to introduce a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) for drinks containers. The Government is committed to delivering a world-class scheme and will bring forth legislation...

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Ventilation deal could increase construction prices
Ventilation deal could increase construction prices
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New powers to seize cryptoassets used by criminals go live
New powers to seize cryptoassets used by criminals go live
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Being assessed and assessing – a tale of two perspectives: Part two

 

David Thomas reflects on his recent work assessing the Defra Forms service, and offers some useful tips for teams preparing for assessment and for colleagues on the other side of the fence...

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25 April

Ministerial Appointments: 25 April 2024
Ministerial Appointments: 25 April 2024
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GREAT FUTURES trade mission to Riyadh attracts major corporate sponsors
GREAT FUTURES trade mission to Riyadh attracts major corporate sponsors
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Appointment of General Gwyn Jenkins as National Security Advisor
Appointment of General Gwyn Jenkins as National Security Advisor
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UK-Rwanda Treaty completes ratification process
UK-Rwanda Treaty completes ratification process
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A record 16.7 million Syrians in need of humanitarian assistance: UK statement at the UN Security Council
A record 16.7 million Syrians in need of humanitarian assistance: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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DCMS: spending over 500, March 2024
DCMS: spending over £500, March 2024
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General Jim Hockenhull: Sharpening Defence’s Edge
General Jim Hockenhull: Sharpening Defence’s Edge
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Stalking victims urged to report offences swiftly, says Attorney General
Stalking victims urged to report offences swiftly, says Attorney General
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i.AI and NHS England sign Collaboration Charter to support the use of AI in the NHS
i.AI and NHS England sign Collaboration Charter to support the use of AI in the NHS
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UK targets Iran’s ability to launch drones through new round of sanctions
UK targets Iran’s ability to launch drones through new round of sanctions
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Leader of major drugs gang has sentence increased
Leader of major drugs gang has sentence increased
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45 OSCE participating States condemn arbitrary detention of Ukrainian civilians by the Russian Federation: Joint Statement on publication of the Moscow Mechanism Report
45 OSCE participating States condemn arbitrary detention of Ukrainian civilians by the Russian Federation: Joint Statement on publication of the Moscow Mechanism Report
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UK condemns widespread arbitrary detention and torture of thousands of Ukrainian civilians by Russian forces: Statement to the OSCE
UK condemns widespread arbitrary detention and torture of thousands of Ukrainian civilians by Russian forces: Statement to the OSCE
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Law Officers committed to prosecutorial excellence
Law Officers committed to prosecutorial excellence
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UK condemns environmental damage caused by Russia's war: UK statement to the OSCE
UK condemns environmental damage caused by Russia's war: UK statement to the OSCE
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What help can you get to pay for your prescriptions?
The cost of living crisis has put many people under financial strain, and prescription costs are more than some can afford. Find out what help is out there to help you cover the cost of your medication.
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Corporate report: Chief Coroner’s annual report 2023
Corporate report: Chief Coroner’s annual report 2023
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April MedTech regulatory reform update: international recognition, IVDs and AI

Last time I wrote was just before we headed to Washington DC for the 25th Session of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF), hosted by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The...

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What risks does government face? How generative AI can help us think more broadly.

Over a year on from the release of ChatGPT, there are now lots of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in various stages of testing and development across government. I’m genuinely excited by the enthusiasm and...

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DfE counter-fraud policy
DfE counter-fraud policy
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Aviation fuel plan
Aviation fuel plan
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PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 25 April 2024
PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 25 April 2024
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Planning Inspectorate Performance update – April 2024
Planning Inspectorate Performance update – April 2024
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New powers to strengthen council planning
New powers to strengthen council planning
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Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Moldova, April 2024: UK response
Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Moldova, April 2024: UK response
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UK Armed Forces join London ANZAC Day commemorations
UK Armed Forces join London ANZAC Day commemorations
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UK and Italy to build on cooperation to stop migrant crossings
UK and Italy to build on cooperation to stop migrant crossings
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Investigatory powers enhanced to keep people safer
Investigatory powers enhanced to keep people safer
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Liz Oakes appointed and Carolyn Wilkins reappointed to the Financial Policy Committee
Liz Oakes appointed and Carolyn Wilkins reappointed to the Financial Policy Committee
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Minister for Defence Procurement speech at Strategic Command Conference
Minister for Defence Procurement speech at Strategic Command Conference
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Treasury Minutes – April 2024
Treasury Minutes – April 2024
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Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)
Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)
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Department for Education commercial pipeline data: 2024 to 2025
Department for Education commercial pipeline data: 2024 to 2025
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Sustainable aviation fuels revenue certainty mechanism: revenue certainty options
Sustainable aviation fuels revenue certainty mechanism: revenue certainty options
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Agreement between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Rwanda
Agreement between the United Kingdom and the Republic of Rwanda
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EM on EU legislation on organic pet food labelling (33/23 Rev 1)
EM on EU legislation on organic pet food labelling (33/23 Rev 1)
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Coal Authority frees up data for the public sector
Coal Authority frees up data for the public sector
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Coal Authority data and information plan 2024 to 2027
Coal Authority data and information plan 2024 to 2027
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Code on Genetic Testing and Insurance: call for evidence
Code on Genetic Testing and Insurance: call for evidence
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Light Dues 2024-25 (Lord Davies of Gower)

A strong and growing maritime industry is vital to the economy of the United Kingdom.

The work of the General Lighthouse Authorities, which provide and maintain marine aids to navigation and respond to ...

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Use of contingent liability by the Home Office to support maritime counter terrorism response capabilities (James Cleverly)

I am today laying before the House of Commons a Departmental Minute on the use of contingent liability by the Home Office to support the delivery of maritime counter terrorism response capabilities by our emergency...

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UK improves access to life-saving malaria drugs
UK improves access to life-saving malaria drugs
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Aviation fuel plan supports growth of British aviation sector
Aviation fuel plan supports growth of British aviation sector
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Palestinian civilians in Gaza are facing a devastating and growing humanitarian crisis: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Palestinian civilians in Gaza are facing a devastating and growing humanitarian crisis: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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A “highly valued” and “strategic partner” - GAD client feedback
A “highly valued” and “strategic partner” - GAD client feedback
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Government response to Regulatory Horizons Council report on the regulation of space technologies
Government response to Regulatory Horizons Council report on the regulation of space technologies
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Army's most lethal ever tank undertakes live firing
Army's most lethal ever tank undertakes live firing
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Troubles ‘Public History’ project established
Troubles ‘Public History’ project established
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Report by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, April 2024: UK response
Report by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, April 2024: UK response
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Awesome report and safety flyer published
Awesome report and safety flyer published
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AAIB Report: Ventus-2CT, G-KADS and E1 Antares, G-CLXG, on 17 August 2023
AAIB Report: Ventus-2CT, G-KADS and E1 Antares, G-CLXG, on 17 August 2023
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ASEAN and UK Launch 25 Million Economic Integration Programme
ASEAN and UK Launch £25 Million Economic Integration Programme
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Loss of control of powerboat Awesome with loss of 2 lives
Loss of control of powerboat Awesome with loss of 2 lives
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AAIB investigation to Ventus-2CT, G-KADS / E1 Antares, G-CLXG
AAIB investigation to Ventus-2CT, G-KADS / E1 Antares, G-CLXG
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Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers: policy statements
Deposit Return Scheme for drinks containers: policy statements
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