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22 June

Professor Damien McElvenny has been reappointed to the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council (IIAC)
Professor Damien McElvenny has been reappointed to the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council (IIAC)
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Draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement period of scrutiny
Draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement period of scrutiny
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Letter to Baroness Casey: progress on adult social care reform recommendations
Letter to Baroness Casey: progress on adult social care reform recommendations
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Safer nurseries with 3,000 more surprise Ofsted visits
Safer nurseries with 3,000 more surprise Ofsted visits
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UK appoints Alastair Long as new HMTC for Africa
UK appoints Alastair Long as new HMTC for Africa
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UKAEA prompt payment return data from 2026 to 2027
UKAEA prompt payment return data from 2026 to 2027
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DBT: workforce management information April 2026
DBT: workforce management information April 2026
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CNPA Board minutes - December 2023
CNPA Board minutes - December 2023
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CNPA Board minutes - October 2023
CNPA Board minutes - October 2023
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CNPA Board minutes - July 2025
CNPA Board minutes - July 2025
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Bringing researchers together: launching the first OPSS Areas of Research Interest
Digital networks connecting people across the world.

On 4th June, The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) held an online event to raise awareness of our recently published Areas of Research ...

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UKHSA issues red heat-health alerts across England
UKHSA issues red heat-health alerts across England
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Pet cremation firm’s permit mistake pays for salmon aid
Pet cremation firm’s permit mistake pays for salmon aid
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Armed Forces Week: Over 30 former Armed Forces personnel join CNC
Armed Forces Week: Over 30 former Armed Forces personnel join CNC
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Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings
Hot weather and heatwaves: guidance for schools and other education settings
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How GovPrint is supporting our efficiency and digital sustainability ambitions

GovPrint is a cross-government cloud-based service that lets civil servants securely print documents from any enabled location, using a single account and building pass.

The shared service...

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CMA board meeting minutes: February 2026
CMA board meeting minutes: February 2026
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Estimated impact of the introduction of the single patient record
Estimated impact of the introduction of the single patient record
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Improving help and child protection: revised framework
Improving help and child protection: revised framework
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Housing conditions in temporary accommodation: government response to the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee report
Housing conditions in temporary accommodation: government response to the Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee report
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Communiqué from the Interministerial Group for Transport Matters: 16 March 2026
Communiqué from the Interministerial Group for Transport Matters: 16 March 2026
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Environment Agency secures £500k for Tameside river improvements
Environment Agency secures £500k for Tameside river improvements
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New deal for young people to end ‘degree by default’ culture and boost youth apprenticeships
New deal for young people to end ‘degree by default’ culture and boost youth apprenticeships
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Regulator launches inquiry into healthcare charity over safeguarding and financial concerns
Regulator launches inquiry into healthcare charity over safeguarding and financial concerns
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UK and Malaysia launch negotiations on Digital Trade Agreement
UK and Malaysia launch negotiations on Digital Trade Agreement
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Food Fact Check: CBD safety and health claims

Cymraeg

CBD (cannabidiol) can now be found in lots of different food products. There are oils, drinks, gummies, capsules and more, all containing CBD.

The Food Standards Agency...

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FETF 2026 grant funding agreements now being issued

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) provides grants to support investment in equipment and technology across 3 themes: productivity, slurry management, and animal health and welfare.  Read more. (cached), Summary and Comments (0), First seen at 11:37, 22 June 2026

DESNZ: workforce management information, May 2026
DESNZ: workforce management information, May 2026
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DSIT: workforce management information, May 2026
DSIT: workforce management information, May 2026
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Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025: enactment impact assessment
Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025: enactment impact assessment
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UK accelerates long-range strike capability for Ukraine
UK accelerates long-range strike capability for Ukraine
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Report 09/2026: Dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station
Report 09/2026: Dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station
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New tools to map where environmental pressures impact communities
New tools to map where environmental pressures impact communities
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UK launches new AI partnership to boost climate security
UK launches new AI partnership to boost climate security
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Unlocking the geography of health and deprivation: two enhanced analytical tools launch today

By Sarah Hammonds, Urban Greening Senior Officer

This blog discusses the launch of two new tools: the Index of Multiple Environmental Deprivation (IMED) and the Environmental Equity Index (EEI). ...

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Report 09/2026: Dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station
Report 09/2026: Dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station
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Sustainable aviation fuel revenue certainty mechanism: levy design
Sustainable aviation fuel revenue certainty mechanism: levy design
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The Secretary of State announces the reappointment of the Veterans Commissioner for Northern Ireland
The Secretary of State announces the reappointment of the Veterans Commissioner for Northern Ireland
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Welcome to Invasive Species Week - what is Cefas doing?

Aquatic invasive non‑native species can disrupt the delicate balance of our ecosystems, displacing native wildlife and altering habitats. From spreading diseases to creating new competition...

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Premises closure orders
Premises closure orders
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UK to secure critical minerals boosting economic resilience and cutting reliance on imports
UK to secure critical minerals boosting economic resilience and cutting reliance on imports
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21 June

Apprenticeship funding bands reviews
Apprenticeship funding bands reviews
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Crack down on dangerous rented homes as new £7k fines kick in
Crack down on dangerous rented homes as new £7k fines kick in
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Keeping our seafarers safe on World Hydrography Day 
A seabed survey of Ailsa Craig in the Firth of Clyde

Did you know that the 24/7 safety mission of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) extends both above and below the waves? 

Helping to...

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20 June

Government strengthens wildfire resilience heading into summer
Government strengthens wildfire resilience heading into summer
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World Cup booze ban for 7,300 offenders thanks to crime-cutting alcohol tags 
World Cup booze ban for 7,300 offenders thanks to crime-cutting alcohol tags 
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19 June

Action on Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict is strengthened as new Special Envoy Appointed
Action on Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict is strengthened as new Special Envoy Appointed
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Enhancing digital trust through trust services – an update 

In December 2024, we blogged about OfDIA’s work to explore how the wider take up of UK qualified trust services across the economy might complement the evolving UK digital identity ecosystem.  In ...

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DAO 06/26 Protection of the UK's National Security Through Public Procurement
DAO 06/26 Protection of the UK's National Security Through Public Procurement
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SFO to secure further £491,000 from Jakarta expat scammer
SFO to secure further £491,000 from Jakarta expat scammer
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Border Force secures its largest ever cannabis seizure
Border Force secures its largest ever cannabis seizure
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Joint Statement on Asbestos in Consumer Products
Joint Statement on Asbestos in Consumer Products
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Yorkshire companies to pay hundreds of thousands after incidents
Yorkshire companies to pay hundreds of thousands after incidents
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Resident doctors to vote on government offer to end strikes
Resident doctors to vote on government offer to end strikes
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Charity regulator appoints interim managers to international aid charity amidst ongoing investigation
Charity regulator appoints interim managers to international aid charity amidst ongoing investigation
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Court and tribunal fees: updates from July 2026
Court and tribunal fees: updates from July 2026
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How The Bus Station helped us grow Co‑Lab in West Cumbria

When we founded Co‑Lab in 2022, we set out with a clear purpose: to support organisations working across critical national infrastructure, including the nuclear, clean energy and innovation sectors.

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Coverage of home buying and selling reforms

There is widespread positive national and consumer media coverage following MHCLG’s announcement of major reforms to the homebuying and selling system, aimed at making transactions faster, ...

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FSA workforce management information May 2026
FSA workforce management information May 2026
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“Migration is a global challenge requiring global co-operation†says Foreign Secretary, announcing expansion of North Africa programme to support migrants closer to home
“Migration is a global challenge requiring global co-operation†says Foreign Secretary, announcing expansion of North Africa programme to support migrants closer to home
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National Drought Group meets after dry spring and recent heatwave
National Drought Group meets after dry spring and recent heatwave
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Government procurement to prioritise national security
Government procurement to prioritise national security
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Tribunal was “wrong†to reject CMA phenytoin decision, says Court
Tribunal was “wrong†to reject CMA phenytoin decision, says Court
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Minister Chapman visits Lebanon, announces £13m in aid
Minister Chapman visits Lebanon, announces &pound;13m in aid
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Up to £70 million investment in essential spares for UK military aircraft
Up to &pound;70 million investment in essential spares for UK military aircraft
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Environment Agency suspends Chichester waste site permit
Environment Agency suspends Chichester waste site permit
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Whole of Government Accounts 2024-25
Whole of Government Accounts 2024-25
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Fifty years on: what the 1976 drought tells us about future water challenges
Senior Director of Communications and Engagement, Mark Wiltsher, reflects on what the 1976 anniversary reveals about the scale of the water challenge still ahead of us. On Wednesday, researchers, engineers and policymakers...
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Connection must be at the heart of adult social care 
Logo from Home | Loneliness Awareness Week

This week is Loneliness Awareness Week and I wanted to thank Phil Holmes, this year’s President of ADASS for challenging us to ...

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Using AI to support planning decisions – what it means for planners and residents

This week we have shared details of a new artificial intelligence (AI) planning prototype designed to help planning officers process applications faster. Read the joint Ministry of Housing, Communities and...

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NIO: Workforce management information, May 2026
NIO: Workforce management information, May 2026
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UK-New Zealand FTA Environment and Climate Change and Labour Subcommittees – joint minutes, 24 March 2026
UK-New Zealand FTA Environment and Climate Change and Labour Subcommittees – joint minutes, 24 March 2026
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Assessment and rating of noise from wind turbines: guidance
Assessment and rating of noise from wind turbines: guidance
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Draft affirmative coming for Nature Restoration Levy Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Nature Restoration Levy Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Draft affirmative coming for Infected Blood Compensation Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Infected Blood Compensation Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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May 2026 Transaction Data
May 2026 Transaction Data
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UK pledges further support to address humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, as Development Minister visits with France and Qatar
UK pledges further support to address humanitarian crisis in Lebanon, as Development Minister visits with France and Qatar
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UK Statement on the sixth UK-Thailand Strategic Dialogue
UK Statement on the sixth UK-Thailand Strategic Dialogue
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Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: May 2026 translations
Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Progress Report: May 2026 translations
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How our move to GovPrint is delivering sustainability and social value

John Dare explains how GovPrint, our new managed print service, shows that we’re doing more than replacing old devices. By partnering with the Ministry of Justice and DSA Connect, we’re turning end-of-life...

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Laying the groundwork for the Nature Restoration Fund
The Nature Restoration Fund will pool developer contributions to fund projects that support nature recovery at a landscape scale

The Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) is a landmark reform to the way housing and...

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Banned director who spent Covid loans on Disneyland, school fees and Audi jailed for £300,000 fraud
Banned director who spent Covid loans on Disneyland, school fees and Audi jailed for &pound;300,000 fraud
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Crisis Response Updates to the Online Safety Act Codes of Practice (Baroness Lloyd of Effra)

I am repeating the following Written Ministerial Statement made today in the other place by my Honourable Friend, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for AI and Online Safety, Kanishka Narayan MP.

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Non domestic minimum energy efficiency standards (MEES) (Martin McCluskey)

I am pleased to provide an update on the Government’s approach to strengthening Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) in the non‑domestic private rented sector, following our previous consultations...

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Aviation Framework (Heidi Alexander)

I am today updating the House on the Government’s review of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) and the next stage in that process.

In October 2025, I announced that the Government would...

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Crisis Response Updates to the Online Safety Act Codes of Practice (Kanishka Narayan, Member, Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Committee)

The harms of viral harmful content do not end online. They can spill into our streets and destabilise communities. Recent incidents - including the disorder following the Southport attack in summer 2024, unrest...

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The Future of the Turing Scheme (Josh MacAlister)

Following the decision to leave the EU and the related end of our association with the Erasmus+ scheme, the last government introduced the Turing Scheme. The scheme has been the UK Government’s global programme...

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British Steel (Chris McDonald)

The Government committed to updating Parliament on British Steel every four sitting weeks for the duration of the period of special measures being applied under the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Act 2025. Read more. (cached), Summary and Comments (0), First seen at 10:22, 19 June 2026

Chancellor backs former coalfield areas with new investment to end decline and encourage local talent
Chancellor backs former coalfield areas with new investment to end decline and encourage local talent
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Update on the PATHWAYS clinical trial
Update on the PATHWAYS clinical trial
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UN Human Rights Council 62: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
UN Human Rights Council 62: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Independent Expert on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity
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Environment Agency minded to approve Powerfuel Portland permit
Environment Agency minded to approve Powerfuel Portland permit
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Dangerous occurrence at Todmorden
Dangerous occurrence at Todmorden
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Explaining targeted screening

This is the third blog in our series leading up to the opening of the UK National Screening Committee's open call, which will run from 1 July to 30 September 2026.

The UK National...

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DCMS workforce management information: May 2026
DCMS workforce management information: May 2026
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OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: June 2026
OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: June 2026
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HMT workforce management information: May 2026
HMT workforce management information: May 2026
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New UK–Japan investment partnership for Africa and emerging Asia
New UK–Japan investment partnership for Africa and emerging Asia
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18 June

We urge Israel to immediately remove unjustifiable restrictions on humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We urge Israel to immediately remove unjustifiable restrictions on humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Homebuying shake-up to slash delays, cut costs and stop sales falling through
Homebuying shake-up to slash delays, cut costs and stop sales falling through
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