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05 February

More than a helpdesk: user support’s role in helping GOV.UK Notify send 12 billion messages

GOV.UK Notify has sent 12 billion messages since May 2016. That’s a major milestone for our team – but it’s not the whole story. It took us 4 years to reach our first 1 billion messages. Then things began...

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Ofgem framework document
Ofgem framework document
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MHRA updates guidance for semaglutide prescribers and patients
MHRA updates guidance for semaglutide prescribers and patients
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Sudan: Foreign Secretary's statement, 5 February 2026
Sudan: Foreign Secretary's statement, 5 February 2026
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New Green Book to ensure that investment in all parts of the UK given a "fair hearing"
New Green Book to ensure that investment in all parts of the UK given a "fair hearing"
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How UK Government is building a stronger future for Scotland's farmers, crofters and rural communities
How UK Government is building a stronger future for Scotland's farmers, crofters and rural communities
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CNC supports Police Scotland in £7.1m cannabis seizure
CNC supports Police Scotland in £7.1m cannabis seizure
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Defence’s next top intelligence officer appointed
Defence’s next top intelligence officer appointed
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National Apprenticeship Week 2026: My apprenticeship journey 
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: My apprenticeship journey 
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Independent Prevent Commissioner reviews: terms of reference
Independent Prevent Commissioner reviews: terms of reference
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Environment Agency shuts down illegal waste site in Minster
Environment Agency shuts down illegal waste site in Minster
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UK and US sign Memorandum of Understanding on critical minerals
UK and US sign Memorandum of Understanding on critical minerals
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Environment Agency shuts down Yorkshire illegal waste site
Environment Agency shuts down Yorkshire illegal waste site
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New 35-mile coastal path opens along Chichester Harbour
New 35-mile coastal path opens along Chichester Harbour
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Three Rivers District Council: Local Plan Holding Direction letter
Three Rivers District Council: Local Plan Holding Direction letter
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New UK-US partnership to drive investment and bolster critical minerals supply chains
New UK-US partnership to drive investment and bolster critical minerals supply chains
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Russia could signal a willingness to move from coercion to constructive engagement by ending its strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure: UK statement to the OSCE
Russia could signal a willingness to move from coercion to constructive engagement by ending its strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure: UK statement to the OSCE
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Major local government shakeup in 14 areas opens for views
Major local government shakeup in 14 areas opens for views
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Local government reorganisation: letter to council leaders
Local government reorganisation: letter to council leaders
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PM remarks in Hastings: 5 February
PM remarks in Hastings: 5 February
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Over 900 advisers join IAA's annual online conference
Over 900 advisers join IAA's annual online conference
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Supporting LGPS Gender Pension Gap reporting
Supporting LGPS Gender Pension Gap reporting
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Government leads global fight against deepfake threats
Government leads global fight against deepfake threats
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Lady Chief Justice gives evidence to Welsh Parliament

The Lady Chief Justice, The Rt Hon the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill, gave evidence to Welsh Parliament in Cardiff earlier this week (Monday 2 February 2026). This is the first time that any chief ...

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Pattern principles in the welfare sector

Finding design patterns for welfare that work for all nations just isn’t that easy.

When our diverse group of international government design teams couldn't find common patterns, we pivoted towards...

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What is Burkholderia stabilis, and why should I check my first aid kit?

Burkholderia are a type of bacteria found naturally in the environment, including in soil and water. Burkholderia stabilis is one species within this group. While many people never encounter problems...

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OPSS Privacy Notice: Emergency Care Dataset
OPSS Privacy Notice: Emergency Care Dataset
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Monitoring noise and vibration on the HS2 Phase One route (November 2025)
Monitoring noise and vibration on the HS2 Phase One route (November 2025)
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Monitoring air quality and dust on the HS2 Phase One route (November 2025)
Monitoring air quality and dust on the HS2 Phase One route (November 2025)
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Make Work Pay: improving access to flexible working
Make Work Pay: improving access to flexible working
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Make Work Pay: strengthening the law on tipping
Make Work Pay: strengthening the law on tipping
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Neurodiversity in the CJS action plan: final update
Neurodiversity in the CJS action plan: final update
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Local government reorganisation in Nottinghamshire and Nottingham
Local government reorganisation in Nottinghamshire and Nottingham
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Local government reorganisation in Oxfordshire
Local government reorganisation in Oxfordshire
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Local government reorganisation in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent
Local government reorganisation in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent
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Local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire
Local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire
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Local government reorganisation in Hertfordshire
Local government reorganisation in Hertfordshire
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Local government reorganisation in Lancashire, Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool
Local government reorganisation in Lancashire, Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool
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Local government reorganisation in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
Local government reorganisation in Devon, Plymouth and Torbay
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Local government reorganisation in Kent and Medway
Local government reorganisation in Kent and Medway
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Local government reorganisation in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Local government reorganisation in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
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Local government reorganisation in Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire
Local government reorganisation in Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire
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Local government reorganisation in Derbyshire and Derby
Local government reorganisation in Derbyshire and Derby
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Local government reorganisation in Worcestershire
Local government reorganisation in Worcestershire
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Local government reorganisation in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland
Local government reorganisation in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland
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Local government reorganisation in Warwickshire
Local government reorganisation in Warwickshire
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UK imposes fresh sanctions to dismantle Sudan’s 'war machine'
UK imposes fresh sanctions to dismantle Sudan’s 'war machine'
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Report of the Cranston Inquiry
Report of the Cranston Inquiry
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Landscaping boss ignored director ban and racked up £300,000 in unpaid tax across two companies
Landscaping boss ignored director ban and racked up £300,000 in unpaid tax across two companies
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Cornwall firm illegally stored waste including animal blood
Cornwall firm illegally stored waste including animal blood
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When Newsround comes calling: taking an enforcement campaign to a new generation
When Newsround comes calling: taking an enforcement campaign to a new generation
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ADOPT round 6 opens today: hear how farmers are using funding

The Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) Fund offers grants to farmers and farm businesses to trial new technology and practices on farm.

It aims to speed...

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VMD FOI/EIR Requests November 2025
VMD FOI/EIR Requests November 2025
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EM for UK participation in EU electricity market (COM(2025)804)
EM for UK participation in EU electricity market (COM(2025)804)
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Inter-Ministerial Group for Housing, Communities and Local Government communiqué: 4 February 2026
Inter-Ministerial Group for Housing, Communities and Local Government communiqué: 4 February 2026
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Sir Martyn Oliver's speech at the Sixth Form Colleges Association
Sir Martyn Oliver's speech at the Sixth Form Colleges Association
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Apache/Serinah report and safety flyer published
Apache/Serinah report and safety flyer published
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UKHSA reminds travellers to Cape Verde to protect against gastrointestinal infections
UKHSA reminds travellers to Cape Verde to protect against gastrointestinal infections
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Andy King appointed as Regulator of Community Interest Companies
Andy King appointed as Regulator of Community Interest Companies
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Secretary of State keynote: UK Trade and Export Finance Forum
Secretary of State keynote: UK Trade and Export Finance Forum
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UK business factory linked to registration of thousands of companies for China-based clients is shut down
UK business factory linked to registration of thousands of companies for China-based clients is shut down
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IBCA Community Update, 5 February
IBCA Community Update, 5 February
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Act now: 864,000 sole traders and landlords face new tax rules in two months
Act now: 864,000 sole traders and landlords face new tax rules in two months
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Corporate report: Report on the implementation of Law Commission proposals: January 2025 to January 2026
Corporate report: Report on the implementation of Law Commission proposals: January 2025 to January 2026
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Speech by The Master of the Rolls: Justice for all, justice for the accused

This speech was delivered by Sir Geoffrey Vos at the Old Bailey, London, on 4 February 2026, as part of the Justice For All series of events

Introduction

1. Many thanks to Alderman and Sheriff...

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Understanding technical architecture across local government 

Over the past few months, we’ve been looking closely at how councils describe their technology. Not just the systems they use, but the wider structures that sit behind them: the architecture...

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Collision between the crude oil tanker Apache and the stern trawler Serinah (GH 116)
Collision between the crude oil tanker Apache and the stern trawler Serinah (GH 116)
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Carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS): non-pipeline transport
Carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS): non-pipeline transport
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A new Victims’ Code
A new Victims’ Code
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National Cancer Plan (Ashley Dalton, Member, Rare Cancers Bill Committee)

The National Cancer Plan is published today, World Cancer Day. Building on the foundations set out in the 10 Year Plan for the NHS, it sets out how we will drive improvements in cancer care across England. One...

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Consultation on establishing a centrally-led Development Corporation to deliver nationally significant growth in Greater Cambridge (Matthew Pennycook, Member, Planning and Infrastructure Bill Committee)

I am today setting out the next steps the government is taking to unleash ambitious and high-quality sustainable growth in Greater Cambridge as part of our plans to supercharge growth in the Oxford-Cambridge ...

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Local Government Best Value (Alison McGovern, Member, Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission)

This Government is committed to taking the action necessary to fix the foundations of local government. Today, I am updating the House on the steps we are taking to support Nottingham City Council recover and...

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Implementing the Employment Rights Act: February Consultation Package (Kate Dearden)

This Government’s top priority is to grow the economy and improve living standards. We are clear that you cannot build a strong economy whilst having people in insecure work. For too long employment law...

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Advanced Nuclear Framework (Michael Shanks)

Today we are publishing the Advanced Nuclear Framework for private projects which reinforces the golden age of nuclear. The Framework sets out our approach to enabling privately-led advanced nuclear projects, ...

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Independent Review of the Criminal Courts: Part 2 (David Lammy)

The Government inherited a justice system in crisis with a record and rising open caseload of nearly 80,000 criminal cases currently waiting to be heard in the Crown Court. Behind those case numbers are victims...

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Fostering Reforms (Josh MacAlister)

Today I am setting out the Government’s plan to increase the number of foster care places in England and renew fostering for modern family life. Foster families provide the stable, trusted relationships...

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Membership of the UK-EU Parliamentary Partnership Assembly (PPA) (Nick Thomas-Symonds)

The Lord Stirrup KG GCB AFC has been appointed as a full representative and Vice Chair of the UK-EU Parliamentary Partnership Assembly in place of The Lord Ricketts GCMG GCVO.

The Hon. Member for Kingswinford...

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Clean energy upgrades for hospitals and military sites
Clean energy upgrades for hospitals and military sites
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UK exporters boost economy, as new study reveals major impact of export credit on UK industry
UK exporters boost economy, as new study reveals major impact of export credit on UK industry
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Children to get swifter justice thanks to renewed Victims’ Code
Children to get swifter justice thanks to renewed Victims’ Code
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Student skills investment to boost UK defence industry
Student skills investment to boost UK defence industry
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04 February

Nine Welsh neighbourhoods to be revitalised with £180 million
Nine Welsh neighbourhoods to be revitalised with £180 million
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Pride in Place: 40 neighbourhoods join transformational programme
Pride in Place: 40 neighbourhoods join transformational programme
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SFO publication scheme
SFO publication scheme
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Defra Secretary of State IPBES-12 speech
Defra Secretary of State IPBES-12 speech
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We will continue to disrupt the activities of Daesh’s networks: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We will continue to disrupt the activities of Daesh’s networks: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Pledge to get 10,000 vulnerable children into foster homes
Pledge to get 10,000 vulnerable children into foster homes
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Upcoming changes due to the Employment Rights Act 2025
Upcoming changes due to the Employment Rights Act 2025
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First Witness Statement of "GRD" - Undercover Policing Inquiry
Publication date: 4 Feb 2026. Category: Statement.
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Two Board Members reappointed to Sport England
Two Board Members reappointed to Sport England
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Health Secretary, Wes Streeting launches National Cancer Plan
Health Secretary, Wes Streeting launches National Cancer Plan
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New chapter for the Sellafield skyline as Fellside units are demolished
New chapter for the Sellafield skyline as Fellside units are demolished
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A46 Coventry Junctions (Walsgrave) development consent decision announced
A46 Coventry Junctions (Walsgrave) development consent decision announced
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DfE update 4 February 2026
DfE update 4 February 2026
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New regeneration body to boost jobs, homes and infrastructure across Greater Cambridge
New regeneration body to boost jobs, homes and infrastructure across Greater Cambridge
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Clean energy funding to be tied to stronger workers’ rights
Clean energy funding to be tied to stronger workers’ rights
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Ambassador For a Day competition in North Macedonia 2026
Ambassador For a Day competition in North Macedonia 2026
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Iconic canals to be better protected with £6.5 million investment
Iconic canals to be better protected with £6.5 million investment
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Farmer productivity boost with new nutrient planning tool
Farmer productivity boost with new nutrient planning tool
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First containers of waste from Dounreay reach permanent disposal
First containers of waste from Dounreay reach permanent disposal
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