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01 October

Take off for passengers as government scraps extra charges when flying
Take off for passengers as government scraps extra charges when flying
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Presentation of the 2027 Unified Budget Proposal: UK statement to the OSCE
Presentation of the 2027 Unified Budget Proposal: UK statement to the OSCE
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Attorney General and Solicitor General sworn in to their roles as Law Officers today
Attorney General and Solicitor General sworn in to their roles as Law Officers today
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Are more people getting NHS dental care?
New figures show NHS dental teams delivered more treatment across England last year. But our analysis shows the benefits for individual patients vary greatly.
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DfE: senior officials’ business expenses, hospitality, and meetings, April to June 2026
DfE: senior officials’ business expenses, hospitality, and meetings, April to June 2026
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Intervention from His Majesty's Ambassador to Montenegro, Nerys Jones, at the 2026 Berlin Process Foreign Ministers' Meeting
Intervention from His Majesty's Ambassador to Montenegro, Nerys Jones, at the 2026 Berlin Process Foreign Ministers' Meeting
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MHRA joins global regulators in call to advance alternatives to animal testing
MHRA joins global regulators in call to advance alternatives to animal testing
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Despite these vetoes of the Panel of Experts’ mandate, UN sanctions on Iranian proliferation remain fully in force: UK statement at the UN General Assembly
Despite these vetoes of the Panel of Experts’ mandate, UN sanctions on Iranian proliferation remain fully in force: UK statement at the UN General Assembly
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750 young people connect with top employers at Birmingham’s first Youth Guarantee Jobs Fair
750 young people connect with top employers at Birmingham’s first Youth Guarantee Jobs Fair
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Assembling architects to improve local public services 

Government Digital Service (GDS) recently brought together dozens of architects from across local government and central government for the first Architects Assemble event, hosted by the Local Government...

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Request for information about a possible licence holder
Request for information about a possible licence holder
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FOI/EIR responses published by APHA: September 2026
FOI/EIR responses published by APHA: September 2026
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FOI/EIR responses published by APHA: July 2026
FOI/EIR responses published by APHA: July 2026
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Security Open Call 2026 Cycle 2: New Focus Area Added
Security Open Call 2026 Cycle 2: New Focus Area Added
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Belfast cleantech firm CATAGEN takes off with government-backed finance
Belfast cleantech firm CATAGEN takes off with government-backed finance
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The facts of Russia’s war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE
The facts of Russia’s war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE
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Address by UN Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict: UK statement to the OSCE
Address by UN Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict: UK statement to the OSCE
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Man arrested in connection with North East illegal waste dumping
Man arrested in connection with North East illegal waste dumping
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President of the King’s Bench Division Dame Victoria Sharp retires from the judiciary

Dame Victoria Sharp is retiring from the judiciary and as President of the King’s Bench Division and Deputy Head of Criminal Justice after an illustrious career in the judiciary.

Dame Victoria became...

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Rt Hon. Alex Norris sworn in as the new Lord Chancellor

The Right Honourable Alex Norris MP has been sworn in as Lord Chancellor. The ceremony at the Royal Courts of Justice took place on the first day of the new legal year (1 October) and follows his appointment...

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How does the Environment Agency manage abstraction to protect the environment?

Water is essential for drinking, farming, industry, wildlife and recreation. Sustainable water abstraction is essential to ensure that river flows and groundwater levels support ecology and natural resilience...

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Helping probation practitioners spend less time searching and more time supporting people

When probation practitioners take on a new case, they often need to quickly understand a person's history, risks and support needs. That information is stored in Delius, the main case management system used ...

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Get Tech Certified 2026: build your technology and digital skills for free 

Today, Get Tech Certified 2026 opens to people working across the UK public sector, offering free digital and technology learning pathways and recognised certifications. 

Whether you’re exploring...

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Our approach to encouraging a diverse legal profession through regulation

We are changing our approach to how we encourage a diverse and inclusive legal profession. Over several years, we have worked with regulators, legal professionals, researchers and others to understand the barriers...

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Understanding surrogate outcomes in cancer screening research trials

Health system leaders and policymakers attended a Cancer Research UK (CRUK) event to get an insight into the UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) position on the use of surrogate outcomes in cancer screening...

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Service Inquiry into the death of a service person in an air accident near RAF Coningsby on 25 May 2024
Service Inquiry into the death of a service person in an air accident near RAF Coningsby on 25 May 2024
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Universal RISE grants 2025 to 2026
Universal RISE grants 2025 to 2026
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New streamlined planning role for Natural England takes effect
New streamlined planning role for Natural England takes effect
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Over 212,000 get the first MenB dose but almost 75% missing out
Over 212,000 get the first MenB dose but almost 75% missing out
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UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Annual Discussion on the integration of a gender perspective at the Human Rights Council
UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Annual Discussion on the integration of a gender perspective at the Human Rights Council
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UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Item 9 General Debate
UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the Item 9 General Debate
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Protocol for publishing judgments in Welsh and English

A new Protocol for the bilingual publication of reserved judgments in the Administrative Court in Wales is published – and takes effect from – today (1 October 2026).

The Protocol establishes...

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Help for first time directors: Training and resources from the Institute of Directors (IoD)

The Institute of Directors (IoD) supports directors and senior leaders in their careers. It provides practical guidance, professional development opportunities and resources to help you lead with confidence ...

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My first day at Natural England: sustainable development for people and nature 

Reflections from Neil Hornby, Chief Executive of Natural England 

Neil Hornby. Credit: Natural England.

In this blog, Neil Hornby marks their first day as Chief Executive of Natural England...

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Rollout begins of in-service evaluation of SMA screening in England

The in-service evaluation (ISE) of newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is under way in NHS services in England.

From 1 October 2026, babies born in maternity units across...

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Home Office: ministerial gifts, hospitality, travel and meetings, April to June 2026
Home Office: ministerial gifts, hospitality, travel and meetings, April to June 2026
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Home Office: special advisers' gifts, hospitality and meetings, April to June 2026
Home Office: special advisers' gifts, hospitality and meetings, April to June 2026
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Natural England Operational Statement
Natural England Operational Statement
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From community meadows to nature corridors: Local Nature Recovery Strategies in action
Wildflowers growing in a field in North Yorkshire. Credit: Getty Images.

Nature recovery needs action at every scale.

We all need to be working together to create the bigger, better and more joined...

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Interim report 01/2026: Collision between passenger trains near Elstow
Interim report 01/2026: Collision between passenger trains near Elstow
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AAIB Report: Beagle B121 Series 2, G-AZDG
AAIB Report: Beagle B121 Series 2, G-AZDG
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New UK sanctions target Kremlin war chest, propagandists and torturers
New UK sanctions target Kremlin war chest, propagandists and torturers
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DAO 08/26 Use of private finance models
DAO 08/26 Use of private finance models
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Animal Sentience Committee Chair reappointed
Animal Sentience Committee Chair reappointed
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UK’s decommissioning mission continues to expand
UK’s decommissioning mission continues to expand
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Modernisation of High Court structure comes into effect today

The Business and Property Division (BPD) comes into effect from today (1 October 2026).

Bringing together specialist courts from across the High Court, the BPD creates a modern structure for business...

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AAIB investigation to Beagle B121 Series 2, G-AZDG
AAIB investigation to Beagle B121 Series 2, G-AZDG
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Interim report 01/2026: Collision between passenger trains near Elstow
Interim report 01/2026: Collision between passenger trains near Elstow
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Amendments to the Poisons Act 1972 framework
Amendments to the Poisons Act 1972 framework
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Safety alert issued for baby sleeping bags
Safety alert issued for baby sleeping bags
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Energy bill tax cut starts today to give families breathing space
Energy bill tax cut starts today to give families breathing space
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30% boost to UK military transport aircraft availability under new deal
30% boost to UK military transport aircraft availability under new deal
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Rochford District Council: Local Plan Holding Direction letter
Rochford District Council: Local Plan Holding Direction letter
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Toughest restrictions ever imposed on offenders on licence
Toughest restrictions ever imposed on offenders on licence
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Work in care? Here's why you need to get your winter flu vaccination
Work in care? Here's why you need to get your winter flu vaccination
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Legal Ombudsman research reveals AI's growing influence on complaints
Legal Ombudsman research reveals AI's growing influence on complaints
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The edge of regulation: the unregulated market, access to justice and AI

Jelena Lentzos, Director, Strategy, Policy and Engagement at the Legal Services Board, opens the panel discussions on the unregulated sector at the International Conference of Legal Regulators in London. Opening...

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My journey from communications to delivery management

MHCLG Digital has launched early-career opportunities for 5 Associate Delivery Managers and 5 Junior Developers to join our teams in Manchester.

Pippa, Senior Delivery Manager, moved into...

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FCDO Services spend over £25,000, June 2026
FCDO Services spend over £25,000, June 2026
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The Code of Practice on Taxation for Banks Annual Report 2026
The Code of Practice on Taxation for Banks Annual Report 2026
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No hiding place: new tracking system exposes waste criminals like never before
No hiding place: new tracking system exposes waste criminals like never before
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Applications Open for Scheme to Slash Electricity Bills for Over 10,000 Manufacturers
Applications Open for Scheme to Slash Electricity Bills for Over 10,000 Manufacturers
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Schools making strides in cyber security as recovery times improve
Schools making strides in cyber security as recovery times improve
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Call for bold new ideas to support disabled people and those with health conditions into work
Call for bold new ideas to support disabled people and those with health conditions into work
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New Vaping Products Duty comes into effect
New Vaping Products Duty comes into effect
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£2,000 boost for small businesses who take on young apprentices
£2,000 boost for small businesses who take on young apprentices
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Renewal Not Rupture: The Future of the UK-US Relationship
Renewal Not Rupture: The Future of the UK-US Relationship
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Review of the IP enforcement framework: Call for Evidence
Review of the IP enforcement framework: Call for Evidence
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30 September

£4.4 million of vital funding for victims in Cambridgeshire
£4.4 million of vital funding for victims in Cambridgeshire
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Child defendants in the Crown Court – sixth edition

A new edition of the Child Defendants in the Crown Court bench book has been published.

This is the sixth edition of the bench book, previously entitled Youth Defendants in the Crown Court and first...

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Exercise Synergy delivers 100% EPA success rate
Exercise Synergy delivers 100% EPA success rate
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Edition 7: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax — software developer newsletter
Edition 7: Making Tax Digital for Income Tax — software developer newsletter
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Security Minister's speech at the International Security Expo
Security Minister's speech at the International Security Expo
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New appointments to Financial Conduct Authority Board 2026
New appointments to Financial Conduct Authority Board 2026
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DIA and MHRA announce speaker line-up for inaugural global summit
DIA and MHRA announce speaker line-up for inaugural global summit
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Statement from MHCLG Secretary of State
Statement from MHCLG Secretary of State
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Support for families and babies rolled out to all family hubs
Support for families and babies rolled out to all family hubs
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DPBAC Meeting 7 Nov 2013 – Minutes

131107- DPBAC Meeting – Minutes-Acc2v2

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How the Adjudicator's Office uses Artificial Intelligence
How the Adjudicator's Office uses Artificial Intelligence
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Memorandum of Understanding for police witness evidence by live links (remote hearings)
Memorandum of Understanding for police witness evidence by live links (remote hearings)
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Forestry Commission annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
Forestry Commission annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
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Information Commission succeeds the ICO as UK's data protection regulator
Information Commission succeeds the ICO as UK's data protection regulator
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Appointment of Leah Kreitzman as the Advisor on Marketing Communication Processes & Strategy
Appointment of Leah Kreitzman as the Advisor on Marketing Communication Processes & Strategy
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UK set for next stage of energy reform in Solomon Islands
UK set for next stage of energy reform in Solomon Islands
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Solomon Islands re-joins EITI with UK support
Solomon Islands re-joins EITI with UK support
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Your Coast – Explore, Enjoy, Protect campaign and call for evidence launches
Your Coast – Explore, Enjoy, Protect campaign and call for evidence launches
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Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain publish 2025-26 annual report
Traffic Commissioners for Great Britain publish 2025-26 annual report
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DfE Update: 30 September 2026
DfE Update: 30 September 2026
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CNC attends Europe’s top Emergency Services Show
CNC attends Europe’s top Emergency Services Show
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Russia’s battlefield claims do not withstand examination: UK statement to the OSCE
Russia’s battlefield claims do not withstand examination: UK statement to the OSCE
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£16m legal lifeline for families facing eviction and hardship
£16m legal lifeline for families facing eviction and hardship
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Investigation outcome report: Central Young Men's Christian Association
Investigation outcome report: Central Young Men's Christian Association
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Investigation outcome report: Acorn Training Ltd
Investigation outcome report: Acorn Training Ltd
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Traffic Commissioners: annual report 2025 to 2026
Traffic Commissioners: annual report 2025 to 2026
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PackUK: annual reports
PackUK: annual reports
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Traffic Commissioner Strategic Objectives 2026 – 2029
Traffic Commissioner Strategic Objectives 2026 – 2029
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Defra's small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) action plan: 2026 to 2027
Defra's small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) action plan: 2026 to 2027
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DfE small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) action plan: 2025 to 2028
DfE small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) action plan: 2025 to 2028
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UK driving action on climate and nature at UN General Assembly
UK driving action on climate and nature at UN General Assembly
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Government acts on food insecurity and affordability with £10 million to put good food within reach
Government acts on food insecurity and affordability with £10 million to put good food within reach
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