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29 April

UK tests defence supply chains under war conditions in major exercise
UK tests defence supply chains under war conditions in major exercise
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Call for evidence into antisemitism in schools and colleges
Call for evidence into antisemitism in schools and colleges
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Ministry of Defence Police appoints new Deputy Chief Constable
Ministry of Defence Police appoints new Deputy Chief Constable
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Official Statistics: Safety in the Children and Young People Secure Estate: Update to December 2025
Official Statistics: Safety in the Children and Young People Secure Estate: Update to December 2025
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More time to apply for farming equipment and technology 
A direct drill funded with support from the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund. Credit: RPA

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) application window is now open until midday ...

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Main Supply Estimates 2026 to 2027
Main Supply Estimates 2026 to 2027
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16 to 19 subcontracting data: academic year 2024 to 2025
16 to 19 subcontracting data: academic year 2024 to 2025
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FCDO Main Estimates Memorandum 2026 to 2027
FCDO Main Estimates Memorandum 2026 to 2027
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Update on the Afghan Resettlement Programme (Luke Pollard)

Today I am able to provide the House with a further update on the Afghan Resettlement Programme (ARP) as we continue to make good progress towards our intent of concluding the programme in this Parliament. This...

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The Armoured Cavalry Programme (Luke Pollard)

I am releasing this statement to the House today to provide Parliament with a further update on the Armoured Cavalry Programme, commonly known as Ajax, following issues raised on Exercise Titan Storm in November...

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The State of the Estate in 2024-25 Report (Anna Turley)

I have today laid before Parliament, pursuant to Section 86 of the Climate Change Act 2008, the “State of the Estate in 2024-25”.

This report describes the progress made in improving the efficiency...

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United Kingdom Trade Envoy Programme (Chris Bryant)

The Secretary of State has today made the following appointment to the United Kingdom’s Trade Envoy programme.

The United Kingdom’s Trade Envoys are important to this Government’...

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Contingencies Fund Advance (Sarah Sackman, Member, Courts and Tribunals Bill)

I hereby give notice of the Ministry of Justice’s intention to seek an advance from the Contingencies Fund totalling £1.7m.

This follows the introduction of the Public Office (Accountability) ...

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Two local authorities get consumer upgrades
Two local authorities get consumer upgrades
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Graves of two missing Lance Corporals from World War One identified in Belgium
Graves of two missing Lance Corporals from World War One identified in Belgium
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South East Water given £76,000 penalty for water supply breach
South East Water given £76,000 penalty for water supply breach
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Unlocking the value of your woodland: high-value markets for timber

Chris Watson, Woodland Resilience Advisor at the Forestry Commission, invites Dougal Driver, CEO of Grown in Britain, to discuss how you can grow high-quality wood, and new opportunities for UK timber...

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Creatures great, small… and unexpected

From Bourkes to bettongs, Block 25 (as it is known locally) is Sand Hutton’s very own Noah’s Ark … if Noah also had to think about biosecurity protocols and specialist diets. Tucked away in the Yorkshire...

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PATH-SAFE: One year on

Cymraeg

March 2026 marks one year since the completion of the Pathogen Surveillance in Agriculture, Food and Environment (PATH-SAFE) Programme - a landmark four-year, UK-wide programme...

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Forestry Commission gender pay gap report 2024 to 2025
Forestry Commission gender pay gap report 2024 to 2025
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Explanatory Memorandum to The Pensions Regulator Code of Practice (29 April 2026)
Explanatory Memorandum to The Pensions Regulator Code of Practice (29 April 2026)
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Independent review into antisemitism
Independent review into antisemitism
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DWP puts disabled people first: Thousands of health staff complete landmark autism and learning disabilities training
DWP puts disabled people first: Thousands of health staff complete landmark autism and learning disabilities training
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What we’re hearing about maternity care
People who have used maternal health services told us what matters most to them: feeling listened to, receiving clear and accurate information, and having continuity of care.
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28 April

We are appalled by the deteriorating trajectory in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We are appalled by the deteriorating trajectory in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom
Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom
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Public legal education: new principles and committee
Public legal education: new principles and committee
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Our Chief Executive's speech to the International Heads of Food Agencies Forum (23 April 2026)

The following is a speech given by Katie Pettifer, Chief Executive of the Food Standards Agency, at the International Heads of Food Agencies Forum on 23 April 2026.

Good afternoon colleagues, it...

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Form: SIA sworn oath and character reference forms
Form: SIA sworn oath and character reference forms
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North Sea Transition Authority (Oil and Gas Authority) Review 2025
North Sea Transition Authority (Oil and Gas Authority) Review 2025
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16 to 19 performance measures
16 to 19 performance measures
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Digital waste tracking: What is it and why it matters 
A telehandler collecting recycling to put into a lorry for transportation

Waste crime is not new, but in recent years it has escalated into a more sophisticated, costly and damaging criminal...

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Britain must secure greater control and leverage over AI to protect our national security in fractured world
Britain must secure greater control and leverage over AI to protect our national security in fractured world
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Precautionary recall of antidepressant medication due to manufacturing error
Precautionary recall of antidepressant medication due to manufacturing error
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Rebuilding Britain for the new world: Liz Kendall’s speech at the Royal United Services Institute
Rebuilding Britain for the new world: Liz Kendall’s speech at the Royal United Services Institute
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Registered charity status: a social contract
Registered charity status: a social contract
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The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its commitment to media freedom around the world: UK statement at the UN
The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its commitment to media freedom around the world: UK statement at the UN
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GOV.UK One Login for HMRC: how we made it happen and what comes next

After 3 years of close collaboration between the Government Digital Service (GDS) and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), GOV.UK One Login is now being rolled out to new HMRC users. This implementation represents...

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How PropTech is transforming leasehold property management

Block Manager Technology joined the Geovation Accelerator Programme in 2025. The programme, backed by HM Land Registry and Ordnance Survey, provides geospatial and PropTech start-ups with...

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HMT workforce management information: March 2026
HMT workforce management information: March 2026
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HM Revenue and Customs' organisation chart
HM Revenue and Customs' organisation chart
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When and how the Charity Commission appoints Interim Managers
When and how the Charity Commission appoints Interim Managers
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Draft affirmative coming for Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Planning and Infrastructure Act 2025 (Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Let’s talk about conflicts of interest in charities

"It comes up in cases more than almost anything else" – a case manager on conflicts of interest

We sat down with one of our case managers, John, to talk about conflicts of interest – what they...

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SLC Board meeting minutes 2026
SLC Board meeting minutes 2026
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Commission on establishing an alternative methods committee
Commission on establishing an alternative methods committee
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MHRA delivers its targets to increase access to medicines and reinforce UK position as a global destination for life sciences
MHRA delivers its targets to increase access to medicines and reinforce UK position as a global destination for life sciences
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Teenager turning 16? Don't miss out on Child Benefit
Teenager turning 16? Don't miss out on Child Benefit
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Global Supply Chains Intelligence Programme: an AI-enabled big data analytical platform for government
Hannah Male Rob Turner What is the Global Supply Chains Intelligence Programme?

Government departments increasingly need a clear, evidence-based understanding of global supply chains, whether...

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Valuation Office Agency: March 2026 transparency data
Valuation Office Agency: March 2026 transparency data
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HM Treasury and Prudential Regulation Authority Performance Reviews
HM Treasury and Prudential Regulation Authority Performance Reviews
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HM Treasury and Financial Conduct Authority Performance Reviews
HM Treasury and Financial Conduct Authority Performance Reviews
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Draft Human Rights Act 1998 (Remedial) Order 2026
Draft Human Rights Act 1998 (Remedial) Order 2026
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Designation of the Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, the management of radio spectrum and postal services (Baroness Lloyd of Effra)

I have today designated the government's Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, the management of radio spectrum, and postal services for the purposes of section 2A of the Communications Act...

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Designation of the Statement of Strategic Priorities for telecommunications, the management of radio spectrum and postal services (Kanishka Narayan, Member, Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill Committee)

I am repeating the following Written Ministerial Statement made today in the other place by my Noble Friend, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Digital Economy, Baroness Lloyd of Effra.

I have...

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UK strengthens support to Pacific communities on climate crisis
UK strengthens support to Pacific communities on climate crisis
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UK, DepEd strengthen evidence-based EdTech partnership in PH
UK, DepEd strengthen evidence-based EdTech partnership in PH
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Update: Sale of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (and associated companies)
Update: Sale of Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (and associated companies)
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MHRA Results and Forecast 2025/26; 2026/27
MHRA Results and Forecast 2025/26; 2026/27
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Right to Buy overhaul to safeguard social housing
Right to Buy overhaul to safeguard social housing
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Accredited official statistics: Offender management statistics quarterly: October to December 2025
Accredited official statistics: Offender management statistics quarterly: October to December 2025
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27 April

This Treaty has been a truly  vital pillar of international peace and security: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
This Treaty has been a truly  vital pillar of international peace and security: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
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Southern Water admits sea pollution
Southern Water admits sea pollution
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We must step up efforts together to safeguard international waterways from disruption: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We must step up efforts together to safeguard international waterways from disruption: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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UK backs company building breakthrough AI that can discover new knowledge
UK backs company building breakthrough AI that can discover new knowledge
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Welded tubes and pipes expiry review reaches initial findings
Welded tubes and pipes expiry review reaches initial findings
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Understanding ACS assessments
Understanding ACS assessments
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Revenue and Customs Brief 3 (2026): VAT treatment of certain public funds received by further education institutions
Revenue and Customs Brief 3 (2026): VAT treatment of certain public funds received by further education institutions
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Launch of clinical trial reforms
Launch of clinical trial reforms
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PM speech at USDAW conference: 27 April 2026
PM speech at USDAW conference: 27 April 2026
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Importing or moving live fish and shellfish
Importing or moving live fish and shellfish
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Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish
Apply for authorisation to import live fish and shellfish
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Bringing Science and Policy Together: GSE Day at the Royal Society Pairing Scheme 
Bringing Science and Policy Together: GSE Day at the Royal Society Pairing Scheme 
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DWP: workforce management information March 2026
DWP: workforce management information March 2026
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VMD clarifies packaging requirements for general sales medicines
VMD clarifies packaging requirements for general sales medicines
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National Crime Agency: workforce management information March 2026
National Crime Agency: workforce management information March 2026
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Congratulations on results day for first cohort of seafarers taking digital assessments
Congratulations on results day for first cohort of seafarers taking digital assessments
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Four sentenced to prison for ruthless waste-dump operation across London
Four sentenced to prison for ruthless waste-dump operation across London
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Latest updates: April 2026 newsletter
Latest updates: April 2026 newsletter
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Route B substantial modifications pilot: the results are in

As part of the shift towards a risk-proportionate regulatory framework, the MHRA’s Clinical Trials Unit ran a Route B substantial modifications pilot from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 to test a new process...

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Route B substantial modifications: find out how the pilot was received

As part of the shift towards a risk-proportionate regulatory framework, the MHRA’s Clinical Trials Unit ran a Route B substantial modifications pilot from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026 to test a new process...

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DBT: workforce management information March 2026
DBT: workforce management information March 2026
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New strategy sets out future of science and engineering capability across government
New strategy sets out future of science and engineering capability across government
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Government Science and Engineering profession strategy 2026
Government Science and Engineering profession strategy 2026
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Stop and search authorised professional practice (APP)
Stop and search authorised professional practice (APP)
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26 April

PM call with President Trump of the United States: 26 April 2026
PM call with President Trump of the United States: 26 April 2026
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25 April

UK-UAE Joint Statement: April 2026
UK-UAE Joint Statement: April 2026
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24 April

Independent Commission for Aid Impact's review of management of the Official Development Assistance spending target 2021 to 2025: UK government response
Independent Commission for Aid Impact's review of management of the Official Development Assistance spending target 2021 to 2025: UK government response
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Conflict remains a leading cause of hunger: Minister Chapman speech at launch of 2026 Global Report on Food Crises
Conflict remains a leading cause of hunger: Minister Chapman speech at launch of 2026 Global Report on Food Crises
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Speech by the Chancellor of the High Court: Legal professional privilege in the Age of AI

The City of London Law Society

Legal professional privilege in the Age of AI

22 April 2026

1. Can I start by thanking the City of London Law Society for arranging this event this...

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Joint pre-application seminar: Fee-paid Specialist Members for Mental Health & Special Educational Needs and Disability, and First-tier Tribunal Health, Education and Social Care

The Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) (external link) will be launching two selection exercise campaigns in the summer to recruit 50 Fee-paid Specialist Members assigned to the First-tier Tribunal...

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Defra: workforce management information March 2026
Defra: workforce management information March 2026
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How we protected the UK and space in March 2026
How we protected the UK and space in March 2026
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British Embassy Zagreb invites bids for Impact Fund 2026 to 2027
British Embassy Zagreb invites bids for Impact Fund 2026 to 2027
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UK Ambassador reflects on UK-DRC partnership in farewell speech
UK Ambassador reflects on UK-DRC partnership in farewell speech
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Jet fuel and travel plans: what you need to know
Jet fuel and travel plans: what you need to know
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DHSC: spending over £25,000, November 2025
DHSC: spending over £25,000, November 2025
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DHSC: spending over £25,000, December 2025
DHSC: spending over £25,000, December 2025
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DHSC: spending over £25,000, January 2026
DHSC: spending over £25,000, January 2026
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Entertainment on-demand for Armed Forces personnel at home and abroad
Entertainment on-demand for Armed Forces personnel at home and abroad
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