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15 April 2026

PM calls social media companies into Downing Street
seen at 22:44, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
PM calls social media companies into Downing Street
Government cuts electricity bill for 10,000 manufacturers in boost for UK competitiveness
seen at 22:44, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Government cuts electricity bill for 10,000 manufacturers in boost for UK competitiveness
The United Kingdom condemns violence against UN peacekeepers who work tirelessly to protect international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council
seen at 21:44, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
The United Kingdom condemns violence against UN peacekeepers who work tirelessly to protect international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The United Kingdom remains concerned by the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Great Lakes region: UK statement at the UN Security Council
seen at 20:45, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
The United Kingdom remains concerned by the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Great Lakes region: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Donna Ockenden appointed to chair Sussex maternity review
seen at 20:45, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Donna Ockenden appointed to chair Sussex maternity review
We can shape a world where every human being can live with dignity, safety, and choice: UK National Statement at the 59th session of the Commission on Population and Development
seen at 20:45, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
We can shape a world where every human being can live with dignity, safety, and choice: UK National Statement at the 59th session of the Commission on Population and Development
Environment Agency secures £2.35m for environmental improvements
seen at 18:55, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Environment Agency secures £2.35m for environmental improvements
Small modular reactor: summary programme business case
seen at 18:35, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Small modular reactor: summary programme business case
DVLA: FOI and EIR disclosure log 2026
seen at 18:35, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
DVLA: FOI and EIR disclosure log 2026
MHRA annual accountability review minutes
seen at 18:35, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
MHRA annual accountability review minutes
FOI Log - March 2026
seen at 18:34, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
FOI Log - March 2026
Exeter Prison: action plan
seen at 18:34, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Exeter Prison: action plan
Biodiversity net gain: considering a targeted exemption for brownfield residential development
seen at 18:33, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Biodiversity net gain: considering a targeted exemption for brownfield residential development
From the Border Mires to Bodmin Moor: restoring England's most vital landscapes 
seen at 18:31, 15 April in Environment (Our copy).
Peat measuring in Holcombe Moor, Lancashire. Credit: Sam Joyce.

My name is Jamie and I work in the Peatland Restoration team in Defra. Part of my job involves working with Natural England...

Over 200 community organisations backed to help bridge divides
seen at 17:09, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Over 200 community organisations backed to help bridge divides
AI cyber threats: open letter to business leaders
seen at 17:08, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
AI cyber threats: open letter to business leaders
Recovered appeal: Kings Farm, Parkers Farm Road, Orsett, Essex, RM16 3HX (ref: 3358576 - 15 April 2026)
seen at 17:06, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Recovered appeal: Kings Farm, Parkers Farm Road, Orsett, Essex, RM16 3HX (ref: 3358576 - 15 April 2026)
Martyn's Law guidance published to help businesses
seen at 17:06, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Martyn's Law guidance published to help businesses
1,200 UK jobs supported by nearly £900 million defence deal to keep military helicopters mission-ready
seen at 17:05, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
1,200 UK jobs supported by nearly £900 million defence deal to keep military helicopters mission-ready
Government drives forward its 150-day clinical trial target
seen at 17:04, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Government drives forward its 150-day clinical trial target
Asylum hotels close as government scales up use of large sites
seen at 17:04, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Asylum hotels close as government scales up use of large sites
Spring into the Mendip National Nature Reserve
seen at 17:03, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Spring into the Mendip National Nature Reserve
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to the Business and Trade Committee: 2 April 2026
seen at 17:03, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Letter from the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to the Business and Trade Committee: 2 April 2026
Change of Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Chair
seen at 17:01, 15 April in Nuclear Decommissioning Authority - Activity on GOV.UK (Our copy).
Change of Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Chair
Digital overhaul of prison system to drive down release errors
seen at 17:00, 15 April in Ministry of Justice - Activity on GOV.UK (Our copy).
Digital overhaul of prison system to drive down release errors
Update on categorisation of Prevention of Future Death (PFD) reports
seen at 17:00, 15 April in Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (Our copy).

The Chief Coroner has made an important update to how Prevention of Future Death (PFD) reports are displayed on the judiciary website.

Until now, PFDs were assigned broad categories when published. ...

GDS Local: building the foundations for digital collaboration
seen at 16:58, 15 April in Government Digital Service (Our copy).

Local government is an essential part of delivering the ambitious vision of the Blueprint for modern digital government, and creating a joined-up government that works as a joined-up system, where...

Extract: unlocking England’s planning data
seen at 16:38, 15 April in MHCLG Digital (Our copy).

England's planning authorities hold a wealth of information that applicants, software developers and researchers use in the planning process. Decades of valuable planning information – conservation areas...

Councils backed with millions to tackle rogue landlords - news coverage
seen at 16:38, 15 April in MHCLG in the Media (Our copy).

Positive coverages features across press this week after MHCLG announced new funding worth over £41 million to support councils across England, as they prepare for their new enforcement ...

Releases in Error from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
seen at 16:35, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Releases in Error from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026
Response to the Independent Review into Releases in Error
seen at 16:31, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Response to the Independent Review into Releases in Error
Defending against biological threats: UKDI launches Biosecurity Frontiers competition
seen at 15:11, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Defending against biological threats: UKDI launches Biosecurity Frontiers competition
Shared ownership and the Renters’ Rights Act: letter to registered providers of social housing
seen at 15:09, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Shared ownership and the Renters’ Rights Act: letter to registered providers of social housing
Fixing the foundations: government fund to fix England's bridges, flyovers and tunnels now open
seen at 15:09, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Fixing the foundations: government fund to fix England's bridges, flyovers and tunnels now open
Road vehicle incursion at York Street, Belfast
seen at 15:09, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Road vehicle incursion at York Street, Belfast
Joint Statement from Finance Ministers on the Middle East: 15 April 2026
seen at 15:08, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Joint Statement from Finance Ministers on the Middle East: 15 April 2026
Chancellor drives global push for ‘responsive and responsible’ international action in face of war
seen at 15:07, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Chancellor drives global push for ‘responsive and responsible’ international action in face of war
Council tax information letter 3/2026: Response to council tax administration consultation and other issues
seen at 15:07, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Council tax information letter 3/2026: Response to council tax administration consultation and other issues
UK and EU finalise agreement to bring UK into Erasmus+ in 2027
seen at 15:06, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
UK and EU finalise agreement to bring UK into Erasmus+ in 2027
DfE Update 15 April 2026
seen at 15:06, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
DfE Update 15 April 2026
Guidance: HMPPS information management policy framework
seen at 15:04, 15 April in Ministry of Justice - Activity on GOV.UK (Our copy).
Guidance: HMPPS information management policy framework
Vacancy: Senior Judge of the Court of Protection
seen at 15:03, 15 April in Courts and Tribunals Judiciary (Our copy).

The Judicial Appointments Commission has been asked to identify one candidate for the post of Senior Judge of the Court of Protection.

The Court of Protection makes decisions on financial, or welfare...

OFSI Strategy 2026-29
seen at 14:57, 15 April in Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (Our copy).

This year marks ten years since the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) was established.  

Over the last ten years, OFSI has built stronger capability and confidence...

Kinship Zones grant allocations: section 31 grant determination
seen at 14:41, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Kinship Zones grant allocations: section 31 grant determination
Competition Act 1998: public register of decisions
seen at 14:41, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Competition Act 1998: public register of decisions
Martyn's Law: draft section 12 statutory guidance
seen at 14:39, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Martyn's Law: draft section 12 statutory guidance
OFSI Strategy: 2026 - 2029
seen at 14:39, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
OFSI Strategy: 2026 - 2029
Decision No 1/2026 of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, amending Protocol I of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement
seen at 14:38, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Decision No 1/2026 of the Specialised Committee on Participation in Union Programmes under the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, amending Protocol I of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement
'Right to work' draft code of practice for employers: avoiding unlawful discrimination
seen at 14:38, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
'Right to work' draft code of practice for employers: avoiding unlawful discrimination
'Right to rent' draft code of practice for landlords: avoiding unlawful discrimination
seen at 14:37, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
'Right to rent' draft code of practice for landlords: avoiding unlawful discrimination
Renewed Women’s Health Strategy for England
seen at 14:34, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Renewed Women’s Health Strategy for England
Development Consent Granted for Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind Farm
seen at 11:59, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Development Consent Granted for Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind Farm
IBCA Community Update, 15 April, 2026
seen at 11:59, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
IBCA Community Update, 15 April, 2026
Work begins on Severn Stoke flood scheme
seen at 11:58, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Work begins on Severn Stoke flood scheme
SIA launches consultation on section 12 guidance for Martyn’s Law
seen at 11:58, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
SIA launches consultation on section 12 guidance for Martyn’s Law
2019 information disclosure log – Quarters 3 and 4
seen at 11:57, 15 April in Ofwat (Our copy).

The table below lists requests for information we received in the third and fourth quarters of 2019. Reference Number Attachments Request Date Subject Legislation Applied Disclosed (Full/Part/None) Exemption ...

How do you know if a regulation worked?
seen at 11:33, 15 April in Regulatory Policy Committee (Our copy).
Why post implementation reviews need more regression analysis

Every year the government introduces or amends dozens of regulations. When this happens via secondary legislation, typically the relevant ...

Cabinet Office: business appointment rules advice, July to September 2025
seen at 11:31, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Cabinet Office: business appointment rules advice, July to September 2025
Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipping) Regulations 2026
seen at 10:59, 15 April in Statutory Instruments (Our copy).
Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Act 2008 (International Aviation and International Shipping) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026
seen at 10:59, 15 April in Statutory Instruments (Our copy).
Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Act 2008 (Credit Limit) Order 2026. See other results for details.
Churches Conservation Trust: 15th April 2026
seen at 10:54, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Churches Conservation Trust: 15th April 2026
Appointment of the Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland: 15 April 2026
seen at 10:53, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Appointment of the Lord High Commissioner to the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland: 15 April 2026
Better flood protection target exceeded
seen at 10:53, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Better flood protection target exceeded
Update: Speciality Steel UK Limited
seen at 10:53, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Update: Speciality Steel UK Limited
Victims of workplace abuse will no longer be silenced
seen at 10:52, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Victims of workplace abuse will no longer be silenced
Regulator launches inquiry into Liverpool charity and freezes bank accounts
seen at 10:52, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Regulator launches inquiry into Liverpool charity and freezes bank accounts
How to seize the growing opportunities of AI and technology ahead
seen at 10:52, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
How to seize the growing opportunities of AI and technology ahead
Council tax shake-up to protect the most vulnerable households
seen at 10:51, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Council tax shake-up to protect the most vulnerable households
Living and working in Edinburgh: Life at Queen Elizabeth House
seen at 10:47, 15 April in Digital trade (Our copy).
Jennifer Hughes

Edinburgh is one of DBT’s key 7 hubs, forming an important part of the cross-government Places for Growth programme. As part of our commitment to delivering services closer to the ...

Minutes of the Fourth Infected Blood Memorial Committee Meeting- 24 March 2026
seen at 10:33, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Minutes of the Fourth Infected Blood Memorial Committee Meeting- 24 March 2026
Safety digest 02/2026: Cambridge Junction
seen at 10:33, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Safety digest 02/2026: Cambridge Junction
Safety digest 03/2026: Hopetown Junction
seen at 10:33, 15 April in Transparency and freedom of information releases (Our copy).
Safety digest 03/2026: Hopetown Junction
Make Work Pay: misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
seen at 10:32, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
Make Work Pay: misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
EM on EU Decision on TCA Specialised Committee Erasmus+ position
seen at 10:31, 15 April in Policy papers and consultations (Our copy).
EM on EU Decision on TCA Specialised Committee Erasmus+ position
Implementing the Employment Rights Act: TU Access Consultation and TUPE Call for Evidence (Baroness Lloyd of Effra)
seen at 10:05, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My hon Friend the Minister for Employment Rights and Consumer Protection (Kate Dearden MP) has today made the below statement, a correction to a statement made on 13 April. The addition of the the following The...

Proposed sale of the Telegraph to Axel Springer update (Baroness Twycross)
seen at 10:05, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am repeating the following Written Ministerial Statement made today in the other place by my Right Honourable Friend, the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy MP:

On Friday 6 March...

Commencement of the Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs (Lord Hanson of Flint)
seen at 10:04, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I would like to correct an error in my written statement on 13 April 2026 on the Independent Inquiry into Grooming Gangs (HLWS1495).

The original statement outlined that the criteria used...

Update on the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme (Nick Thomas-Symonds)
seen at 10:04, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today, I have laid the Government Response to the public consultation on proposed changes to the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme. I have also published the accompanying report by the Technical Expert Group...

Update on The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations (Bridget Phillipson)
seen at 10:04, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

This government has always supported the protection of single-sex spaces based on biological sex. The Supreme Court’s ruling last year brought clarity for women and service providers such as hospitals and...

Proposed sale of the Telegraph to Axel Springer update (Lisa Nandy)
seen at 10:03, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On Friday 6 March 2026, I was informed by representatives of RB Investco Limited that RB Investco Ltd intends to sell its call option to purchase the Telegraph Media Group Holdings Limited, owner of the Telegraph...

Report of the Independent Reviewer for National Security Arrangements 2025 (Hilary Benn)
seen at 10:03, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The role of the Independent Reviewer of National Security Arrangements in Northern Ireland is to monitor compliance with Annex E of the St. Andrews Agreement 2006, reviewing the relationship between MI5 and PSNI...

Machinery of Government (Keir Starmer)
seen at 10:02, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am making this statement to bring to the House’s attention the following Machinery of Government changes.

First, the management of the Integrated Security Fund, and associated funding, has permanently...

Technical Excellence Colleges in Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy, Defence, and Digital and Technologies (Bridget Phillipson)
seen at 10:02, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Further education colleges are the bedrock of technical education and training in England. They are critical to delivering growth across the Industrial Strategy sectors and can transform lives by offering young...

Statutory Review of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (Kate Dearden)
seen at 10:01, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In line with the Government’s Regulatory Action Plan, which seeks to ensure the UK’s regulatory system is targeted, proportionate and supports growth, I am today publishing and laying before Parliament...

Launch of Better Connected (Heidi Alexander)
seen at 10:01, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 2nd April the Government published Better Connected: A Strategy for Integrated Transport to deliver simpler, more reliable and better joined-up journeys for people across England.

For too long, the transport...

EWR Spring 2026 Consultation (Heidi Alexander)
seen at 10:00, 15 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

East West Rail (EWR) is central to the Government’s economic growth mission and plans to unlock the potential of the Oxford to Cambridge Growth Corridor. By delivering new east to west connectivity, EWR...

CMA orders the AA and BSM driving schools to refund learner drivers over drip pricing
seen at 09:55, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
CMA orders the AA and BSM driving schools to refund learner drivers over drip pricing
RSH publishes six regulatory judgements including C4 for council
seen at 09:54, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
RSH publishes six regulatory judgements including C4 for council
UK announces biggest ever drone package for Ukraine to push back Putin
seen at 09:54, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
UK announces biggest ever drone package for Ukraine to push back Putin
UK scientists unite for seabed survey off the south‑west coast
seen at 09:53, 15 April in Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science - Activity on GOV.UK (Our copy).
UK scientists unite for seabed survey off the south‑west coast
2019 information disclosure log – Quarters 1 and 2
seen at 09:53, 15 April in Ofwat (Our copy).

The table below lists requests for information we received in the first and second quarter of 2019. Reference Number Attachments Request Date Subject Legislation Applied Disclosed (Full/Part/None) Exemption Applied...

Abbotts Hall: Where Natural England’s New Strategy Comes to Life on the Ground
seen at 09:46, 15 April in Natural England (Our copy).

By Anna Oliveri, Senior Landscape Officer, Natural England  

Abbotts Hall Farm on the Essex coast is quietly becoming one of England's most compelling examples of landscape-scale nature recovery...

UK boosts funding to local responders to help more than 1.8 million people in Sudan's humanitarian crisis 
seen at 02:53, 15 April in News and communications (Our copy).
UK boosts funding to local responders to help more than 1.8 million people in Sudan's humanitarian crisis