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12 May

298,905 Self Assessment filers quick off the mark
298,905 Self Assessment filers quick off the mark
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How we protected the UK and space in April 2026
How we protected the UK and space in April 2026
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Official Statistics: Justice data lab statistics: April 2027
Official Statistics: Justice data lab statistics: April 2027
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Coordinating regulation for major infrastructure: Lead Environmental Regulator pilots 

Delivering the major projects needed to meet the UK's net zero commitments, strengthen energy security and support economic growth requires environmental regulation to be delivered ...

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DBT Data Challenge 2026: From ideas to impact
Girish Joshi What is the DBT Data Challenge?

Every year, the DBT Data Challenge brings together colleagues from across the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) for a week of creativity and hands...

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Are you staying up to date with HM Land Registry?  

Join the thousands of conveyancers and other property professionals who have signed up to HM Land Registry’s free monthly newsletters, Landnet, Practice and Process, and our new quarterly update, ...

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Great British Energy framework document
Great British Energy framework document
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DESNZ: framework documents
DESNZ: framework documents
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Supply chains and market power
Supply chains and market power
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EM on industrial capacity and decarbonisation (COM(2026)100)
EM on industrial capacity and decarbonisation (COM(2026)100)
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Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove
Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove
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Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in West Sussex
Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in West Sussex
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Thousands of ME/CFS patients to benefit from first genomics study
Thousands of ME/CFS patients to benefit from first genomics study
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Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of Ł1 million
Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of £1 million
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Companies House is reviewing the retention period for dissolved company records
Companies House is reviewing the retention period for dissolved company records
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Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board Meets to Advance Combined Operations Efforts
Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board Meets to Advance Combined Operations Efforts
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Lead Non-Executive Director and Non-Executive Director appointed to the MOJ Departmental Board
Lead Non-Executive Director and Non-Executive Director appointed to the MOJ Departmental Board
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Mental Health Awareness Week: how to take action
Mental Health Awareness Week: how to take action
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International Nurses Day 2026: Celebrating Nurses in Adult Social Care
A message from the Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, Deborah Sturdy 

The 12th May each year is the focus for nursing globally. As we celebrate the birthday of Florence Nightingale. As a community...

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Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights: agenda, 13 May 2026
Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights: agenda, 13 May 2026
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End of the road for unofficial driving test booking services
End of the road for unofficial driving test booking services
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Government steps up action to strengthen cyber defences as UK cyber industry continues to grow
Government steps up action to strengthen cyber defences as UK cyber industry continues to grow
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New Ł3 million Centre to help grow healthy gardens
New £3 million Centre to help grow healthy gardens
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11 May

PM vows to tear up “status quo” that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills
PM vows to tear up “status quo” that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills
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UK sanctions Iranian targets in response to national security threats
UK sanctions Iranian targets in response to national security threats
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Investigation outcome report: DRL Services Ltd
Investigation outcome report: DRL Services Ltd
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MHRA strengthens safety warnings for finasteride and dutasteride
MHRA strengthens safety warnings for finasteride and dutasteride
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Simpler, shared system for describing skills needs launched
Simpler, shared system for describing skills needs launched
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Changes to the driving test booking rules: our webinar and Q&A recap

On 23 April 2026, we hosted a second webinar for approved driving instructors (ADIs) to talk more about upcoming changes to the driving test booking rules. 

This followed a previous webinar...

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Crime and Policing Act 2026: factsheets
Crime and Policing Act 2026: factsheets
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The National Lottery Community Fund Board Appointments
The National Lottery Community Fund Board Appointments
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MMO and ports sector launch new Marine Licensing Top Tips
MMO and ports sector launch new Marine Licensing Top Tips
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Public urged to check immigration advisers are regulated
Public urged to check immigration advisers are regulated
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Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Publishes May Review Report
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Publishes May Review Report
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MHRA opens UK-wide consultation on redefining gene therapies
MHRA opens UK-wide consultation on redefining gene therapies
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Chevening Alumni of Solomon Islands charts new course with new executive committee
Chevening Alumni of Solomon Islands charts new course with new executive committee
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UK and France set to host multinational Strait of Hormuz meeting as British Warship to pre-position in the region
UK and France set to host multinational Strait of Hormuz meeting as British Warship to pre-position in the region
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Form: Student finance application forms and notes for continuing 2026 to 2027 part-time tuition fee only students
Form: Student finance application forms and notes for continuing 2026 to 2027 part-time tuition fee only students
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Form: Student finance application forms and notes for new 2026 to 2027 part-time tuition fee only students
Form: Student finance application forms and notes for new 2026 to 2027 part-time tuition fee only students
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Accredited official statistics: Safety in custody: quarterly update to December 2026
Accredited official statistics: Safety in custody: quarterly update to December 2026
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Get involved with Digital Accessibility Week 2026
Get involved with Digital Accessibility Week 2026
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From nearly quitting to leading change: Omar’s journey in education
Omar Deria

Our education system is strongest when every teacher, leader and student can see themselves represented — and can thrive. This series shares the lived experiences of teachers and leaders from underrepresented...

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Leading with heart: Rozina’s career pathway from courtrooms to classrooms
Rozina Butt

Our education system is strongest when every teacher, leader and student can see themselves represented — and can thrive. This series shares the lived experiences of teachers and leaders from ...

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New Farming Innovation Investor Partnerships competition now open

A new Farming Innovation Investor Partnerships competition, delivered in partnership with Innovate UK, is now open for applications. 

£5 million in government grant...

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SIA licensing: timescales, performance indicators and complaints
SIA licensing: timescales, performance indicators and complaints
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UK action against Russian foreign information warfare
UK action against Russian foreign information warfare
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Intellectual Property Office publishes Corporate Plan 2026 to 2027
Intellectual Property Office publishes Corporate Plan 2026 to 2027
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Updates to the Board of Natural England
Updates to the Board of Natural England
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MHRA invites views on proposed changes to medical device regulation
MHRA invites views on proposed changes to medical device regulation
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UK NSC consults on use of artificial intelligence in the diabetic eye screening programme

The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) has opened a consultation on evidence relating to the use of automated grading using AI in the diabetic eye screening (DES) programme.

The UK NSC does...

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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Colin Wilson 14 April 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Colin Wilson 14 April 2026
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Intellectual Property Office Corporate Plan 2026 to 2027
Intellectual Property Office Corporate Plan 2026 to 2027
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: George Lafferty 30 April 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: George Lafferty 30 April 2026
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Ian Royle 31 March 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Ian Royle 31 March 2026
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Myles Jacobson 10 March 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Myles Jacobson 10 March 2026
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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to the Holy See: Tammy Sandhu
Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to the Holy See: Tammy Sandhu
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Dr Simon Fabri appointed Chief Executive of HMGCC
Dr Simon Fabri appointed Chief Executive of HMGCC
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UK targets hostile and heinous Russian activity with latest sanctions
UK targets hostile and heinous Russian activity with latest sanctions
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New legislation gives Government power to bring British Steel into public ownership
New legislation gives Government power to bring British Steel into public ownership
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Football fans urged to show fraudsters the red card ahead of World Cup
Football fans urged to show fraudsters the red card ahead of World Cup
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Accredited official statistics: Offender management statistics quarterly: January to March 2026
Accredited official statistics: Offender management statistics quarterly: January to March 2026
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The challenges of doing research with internal users 

DfE internal research working group 

The internal research working group 

In 2025, a group of Department for Education user researchers formed a working group to find better ways to approach...

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Creating opportunities, inspiring change: Asma’s path to deputy headship
Asma Baig

Our education system is strongest when every teacher, leader and student can see themselves represented — and can thrive. This series shares the lived experiences of teachers and leaders from underrepresented...

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Marking 10 years of OFSI: partnership, progress and the future of financial sanctions 
Lindsey Whyte, Director General for International at HM Treasury, delivering remarks at OFSI10. Picture by Simon Walker / HM Treasury

What does a decade of UK Financial Sanctions look like in practice? At...

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Inheritance Tax on pensions: technical note
Inheritance Tax on pensions: technical note
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Pre market medical devices regulation – stakeholder impact survey
Pre market medical devices regulation – stakeholder impact survey
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Multimillion-pound competition drives cutting-edge innovation in rail industry
Multimillion-pound competition drives cutting-edge innovation in rail industry
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Improvement notice issued to Plymouth City Council: November 2023
Improvement notice issued to Plymouth City Council: November 2023
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Improvement notice issued to Oxfordshire County Council: November 2023
Improvement notice issued to Oxfordshire County Council: November 2023
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Celebrating 10 years of our ‘Keep it Clean’ tree health campaign: how simple actions protect our trees

Becki Cadd, Biosecurity and Awareness Manager at the Forestry Commission, shares how ten years on, the ‘Keep it Clean’ tree health campaign continues to help protect our woodlands and forests from pests and ...

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Convicted Cambridge security boss and operative to pay over Ł5000
Convicted Cambridge security boss and operative to pay over £5000
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UK NSC consults on screening for depression in adults

The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) has opened a public consultation on evidence relating to screening for depression in adults.

Depression is one of the topics the committee reviews regularly...

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Consultation on the regulation of Gene therapy medicinal products
Consultation on the regulation of Gene therapy medicinal products
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Commercial Credit Data Sharing and Bank Referral Scheme: Consultation and Call for Evidence
Commercial Credit Data Sharing and Bank Referral Scheme: Consultation and Call for Evidence
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Commercial Credit Data Sharing and Bank Referral Scheme: Consultation and Call for Evidence
Commercial Credit Data Sharing and Bank Referral Scheme: Consultation and Call for Evidence
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Next stop, Cambridge South: new station's opening date revealed
Next stop, Cambridge South: new station's opening date revealed
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Digital future of Essex supercharged with 9,500 more homes and businesses getting upgraded broadband
Digital future of Essex supercharged with 9,500 more homes and businesses getting upgraded broadband
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Guidance: Supporting prisoners with care experience policy framework
Guidance: Supporting prisoners with care experience policy framework
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10 May

Military conducts daring parachute drop to deliver critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha
Military conducts daring parachute drop to deliver critical medical support to Tristan da Cunha
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New missions to transform childhoods of most disadvantaged
New missions to transform childhoods of most disadvantaged
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09 May

Statement: FCDO summons Chinese Ambassador
Statement: FCDO summons Chinese Ambassador
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Appointment of Harriet Harman as the Prime Minister's Adviser on Women and Girls
Appointment of Harriet Harman as the Prime Minister's Adviser on Women and Girls
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Appointment of Gordon Brown as the Prime Minister’s Special Reviewer on Global Finance and Cooperation
Appointment of Gordon Brown as the Prime Minister’s Special Reviewer on Global Finance and Cooperation
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08 May

Communities for Afghans project: MHCLG policy update
Communities for Afghans project: MHCLG policy update
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Settlements in the West Bank are a flagrant violation of international law and must cease: UK statement at the UN Arria meeting on the West Bank
Settlements in the West Bank are a flagrant violation of international law and must cease: UK statement at the UN Arria meeting on the West Bank
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International Conference on Economic Crime
International Conference on Economic Crime
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HM Land Registry: business appointment rules and advice
HM Land Registry: business appointment rules and advice
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Maidstone Prison: action plan
Maidstone Prison: action plan
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Helen Birchenough’s term extended as Arts Council England South West Area Chair
Helen Birchenough’s term extended as Arts Council England South West Area Chair
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Results of the 2025 ICIBI stakeholder survey
Results of the 2025 ICIBI stakeholder survey
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Second World War veterans to travel to overseas commemorations paid for by the Government
Second World War veterans to travel to overseas commemorations paid for by the Government
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UN funding available for clean energy and decarbonisation projects in developing countries
UN funding available for clean energy and decarbonisation projects in developing countries
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Wreck of Nicola Faith donated to Cranfield University
Wreck of Nicola Faith donated to Cranfield University
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Non-technical summaries and retrospective assessments: response from Lord Hanson
Non-technical summaries and retrospective assessments: response from Lord Hanson
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New students in England reminded to apply for student finance before deadline
New students in England reminded to apply for student finance before deadline
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Complaint against Thames Water regarding GSS payments

Case reference: OFW-061246 Case summary We are investigating a request for determination relating to GSS compensation following a supply interruption. Date opened 10 April 2026 Status Open Relevant powers Water...

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UK government shows “unwavering support” for war crime accountability
UK government shows “unwavering support” for war crime accountability
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One Year of Defence Cyber Certification: Building Stronger Cyber Resilience Together  

On 8 May, we proudly mark the first anniversary of the Defence Cyber Certification (DCC) scheme - an important milestone in strengthening cyber resilience of UK businesses...

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Martyn's Law: guidance, consultation and progress
Martyn's Law: guidance, consultation and progress
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Advertising investigations: April 2026
Advertising investigations: April 2026
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