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22 April

Unmanaged conflicts of interest increase risk of financial abuse in charities, regulator warns
Unmanaged conflicts of interest increase risk of financial abuse in charities, regulator warns
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Review of Vandemoortele / Délifrance deal moves to in-depth investigation
Review of Vandemoortele / Délifrance deal moves to in-depth investigation
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British seafood goes global with 1.5 million annual boost
British seafood goes global with £1.5 million annual boost
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SFO launch appeal into suspected home heating & insulation fraud
SFO launch appeal into suspected home heating & insulation fraud
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Data standards: Laying the groundwork for an open, faster, data-driven planning system 

We have now laid regulations in Parliament to introduce mandatory data standards for Plans – marking a significant moment for planning in England. This is the first time the planning data powers in...

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DHSC: spending over 500, March 2026
DHSC: spending over £500, March 2026
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Government response to the report ‘The First 1000 Days: a renewed focus’
Government response to the report ‘The First 1000 Days: a renewed focus’
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Draft affirmative coming for Food Supplements Purity Criteria (Magnesium L-threonate monohydrate) (England) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Food Supplements Purity Criteria (Magnesium L-threonate monohydrate) (England) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Poll reveals public’s most iconic trade marks as register turns 150
Poll reveals public’s most iconic trade marks as register turns 150
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Anniversary Statement: Zenair CH601 HDS, G-CHZS
Anniversary Statement: Zenair CH601 HDS, G-CHZS
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Anniversary Statement: Boeing 737-800, G-CRUX
Anniversary Statement: Boeing 737-800, G-CRUX
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150 years on: thetrade marksthat mean the most tous
150 years on: thetrade marksthat mean the most tous
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Earth Day: The Power of Earth Observation
ESA/Planetary Visions

Today, Earth Day, invites us all to reflect on our relationship with Earth and the protection of our planet.

The vantage point of space gives us a shared, global picture of...

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Public health response to meningococcal cases in Dorset (Sharon Hodgson)

I am updating the House on the recent cases of meningococcal disease in Dorset.

As of 9am on 21 April, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed three cases of meningococcal disease among young...

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Publication of the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee Report (Nick Thomas-Symonds)

The Government has accepted three recommendations from the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee to honour the extraordinary life and legacy of the late Queen. Queen Elizabeth dedicated 70 years of service to the...

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Further and Faster on Clean Power (Ed Miliband)

As the world faces the second fossil fuel shock in less than five years, the lesson for Britain is that exposure to volatile international fossil fuel markets cannot give us the energy security we need. For Britain...

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The World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference (Chris Bryant)

The World Trade Organization’s 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) took place in Yaoundé, Cameroon between Thursday 26 March to Sunday 29 March 2026. I attended alongside the Secretary of State the ...

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Group Litigation Order (GLO) and Post Office Process Review (PPR) Scheme Closure (Blair McDougall)

In March 2023, DBT formally launched the GLO Compensation Scheme to provide full and fair redress to the trailblazers who uncovered the Post Office Horizon Scandal. I am pleased to confirm that, as of today, ...

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Electricity Generator Levy (Dan Tomlinson, Member, Finance (No. 2) Bill Committee)

The Electricity Generator Levy (EGL) was introduced in 2023 and is a temporary tax on windfall revenues for large renewables. The EGL is currently calculated as 45% of a generator’s annual revenue above...

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UK launches handbook to boost transnational education with Malaysia
UK launches handbook to boost transnational education with Malaysia
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Call to action for AI companies to work with UK Government on national cyber defence
Call to action for AI companies to work with UK Government on national cyber defence
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UK House Price Index for February 2026
UK House Price Index for February 2026
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Security Minister’s speech to CYBERUK 2026
Security Minister’s speech to CYBERUK 2026
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Ofqual’s Chief Regulator issues first ‘rebuke’ to exam board for rule breaches
Ofqual’s Chief Regulator issues first ‘rebuke’ to exam board for rule breaches
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Protecting students through smart regulation: introducing the Chief Regulator's Rebuke

Every year, millions of students across England take regulated qualifications – GCSEs, A Levels, T Levels, assessments for apprenticeships and many more.

Behind each qualification are rules that exist...

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Ofgem transformed to strengthen protections for energy consumers
Ofgem transformed to strengthen protections for energy consumers
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UK and France to lead multinational Strait of Hormuz military planning conference
UK and France to lead multinational Strait of Hormuz military planning conference
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21 April

Smarter, risk-based oversight to drive up regulators’ performance 

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has today published its business plan for 2026/27, setting out how it will strengthen the performance of legal services regulation in England and Wales through more proportionate...

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Statement on PM Law

We are deeply concerned by the scale of harm caused to former clients of PM Law Ltd. The reported loss of £39.5m of client funds and the significant disruption to tens of thousands of people at what...

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Chair’s blog: strengthening ethics and setting priorities

This is my final blog from my time as interim Chair of the LSB, and I would like to begin by saying what a privilege it was to serve in the role during a period of such significant activity for the sector. I ...

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New EU rules for pet travel for GB residents
New EU rules for pet travel for GB residents
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We call for greater efforts to protect women and girls, and Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We call for greater efforts to protect women and girls, and Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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AGO, GLD and HMCPSI supplier transactions over 25k
AGO, GLD and HMCPSI supplier transactions over £25k
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World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee plenary: Baroness Chapman's remarks
World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee plenary: Baroness Chapman's remarks
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Make a change to a registered fishery, cropping water or aquaponic system
Make a change to a registered fishery, cropping water or aquaponic system
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Vacancy: Chancery Master

The Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) has been asked to identify one candidate for the role of Chancery Master.

TheChancery Divisionispart of the Business and Property Courtsof England and...

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Making digital services more sustainable: introducing a 15th service standard point

Service Assessment Manager Mary McMahon and Sustainable Design Lead Ned Gartside explain how, from this month, Defra service assessments will include a new requirement with sustainability at its core. Read more. (cached), Summary and Comments (0), First seen at 17:06, 21 April 2026

2026 DVLA report for Environment (Wales) Act 2016 Schedule 6 Duty - biodiversity and resilience of ecosystems
2026 DVLA report for Environment (Wales) Act 2016 Schedule 6 Duty - biodiversity and resilience of ecosystems
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World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee: UK Governors' statement
World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee: UK Governors' statement
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Up to 2 million available for riverine relief
Up to £2 million available for riverine relief
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Emma Douglasappointednew Chair of The Pensions Regulator 
Emma Douglasappointednew Chair of The Pensions Regulator 
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Recruitment for Accounts Payable Manager
Recruitment for Accounts Payable Manager
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The era of clean energy security
The era of clean energy security
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​​Letter to the Chair and Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing​
​​Letter to the Chair and Chief Executive of the Regulator of Social Housing​
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Chancellor statement to Parliament
Chancellor statement to Parliament
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UK Government records relating to the Troubles published by the National Archives
UK Government records relating to the Troubles published by the National Archives
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Adult skills fund: devolved grant determination letters 2026
Adult skills fund: devolved grant determination letters 2026
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Vacancy: Inspector of Air Accidents (Recorded Data) – closing 24 May 2026
Vacancy: Inspector of Air Accidents (Recorded Data) – closing 24 May 2026
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New Commissioners of the Forestry Commission appointed
New Commissioners of the Forestry Commission appointed
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Patricia Marsh 22 December 2025
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Patricia Marsh 22 December 2025
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Reformed National Pricing (RNP): delivery plan
Reformed National Pricing (RNP): delivery plan
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Reformed National Pricing: reforms to siting and investment levers
Reformed National Pricing: reforms to siting and investment levers
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Draft affirmative coming for Scotland Act 1998 (Increase of Borrowing Limits) Order 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Scotland Act 1998 (Increase of Borrowing Limits) Order 2026. See other results for details.
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Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Agreements (Administration, Energy-intensive Installations and Eligible Facilities) (Amendment and Revocation) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Climate Change Agreements (Administration, Energy-intensive Installations and Eligible Facilities) (Amendment and Revocation) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Draft affirmative coming for Contracts for Difference (Allocation) (Amendment) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Contracts for Difference (Allocation) (Amendment) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Draft affirmative coming for Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Clean Air Zones Central Services (Fees) (England) (Amendment) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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Post Office GLO Scheme to close following successful delivery
Post Office GLO Scheme to close following successful delivery
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Medical Implications of Less-Lethal Weapons Expert Committee: membership
Medical Implications of Less-Lethal Weapons Expert Committee: membership
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Hasib Howlader 11 December 2025
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Hasib Howlader 11 December 2025
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Interministerial Group for Trade Communiqué: 4 March 2026
Interministerial Group for Trade Communiqué: 4 March 2026
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Animal by-products legislation for England: exemptions
Animal by-products legislation for England: exemptions
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Widening access to NHS careers (Wes Streeting)

Today, I am pleased to announce that DHSC is taking decisive action to break down long standing barriers into NHS careers and open up opportunity to people from every background.

For too long, where you...

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Higher Education Freedom of Speech Statement (Bridget Phillipson)

Academic freedom and free speech are fundamental to our world-leading universities, and this government is committed to protecting them. In January 2025 I announced, following my review of the potential impact...

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Abolition of Legacy Benefits (Stephen Timms)

Transforming the way that Department for Work and Pensions delivers its services is key to ensuring that we improve the customer experience, while delivering value for money for taxpayers.

The purpose of...

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Decisive action to break influence of gas on electricity prices
Decisive action to break influence of gas on electricity prices
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UK fintech backed to embrace future payments technology
UK fintech backed to embrace future payments technology
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Professor Sarah Sharples appointed to the Council for Science and Technology
Professor Sarah Sharples appointed to the Council for Science and Technology
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RSH announces appointment of new Chief Executive
RSH announces appointment of new Chief Executive
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Farming podcast:building resilience through soil and water management

In this episode, Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) adviser Hannah Barrett speaks to two arable farmers. Charlie Ennals farms in Norfolk and Thomas Gent farms in Cambridgeshire. ...

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Planning Inspectorate spending over 250: February 2026
Planning Inspectorate spending over £250: February 2026
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Planning Inspectorate spending over 250: March 2026
Planning Inspectorate spending over £250: March 2026
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Board minutes: 9 December 2025
Board minutes: 9 December 2025
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Board minutes: 20 January 2026
Board minutes: 20 January 2026
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Policy note: Draft statutory instrument amending the Cryptoasset Regulations
Policy note: Draft statutory instrument amending the Cryptoasset Regulations
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Accredited official statistics: Proven reoffending statistics: April to June 2024
Accredited official statistics: Proven reoffending statistics: April to June 2024
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20 April

Final Recommendations for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II announced to coincide with the centenary of her birth
Final Recommendations for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II announced to coincide with the centenary of her birth
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Russia is the one that must de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Russia is the one that must de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Security Minister statement on antisemitic attacks
Security Minister statement on antisemitic attacks
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PM statement on the appointment of Peter Mandelson: 20 April 2026
PM statement on the appointment of Peter Mandelson: 20 April 2026
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Tackling trafficking for forced criminality in cyber‑scam operations: UK statement to the 26th Conference of the Alliance against Trafficking in Persons
Tackling trafficking for forced criminality in cyber‑scam operations: UK statement to the 26th Conference of the Alliance against Trafficking in Persons
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New powers to protect vital free speech at universities
New powers to protect vital free speech at universities
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Planning Inspectorate spending over 250: January 2026
Planning Inspectorate spending over £250: January 2026
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Natural England annual report and accounts 2024 to 2025
Natural England annual report and accounts 2024 to 2025
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Umang Patel 11 March 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Umang Patel 11 March 2026
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Michaela Daly 19 February 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Michaela Daly 19 February 2026
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Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Nicholas Stratten 19 February 2026
Insolvency practitioner sanctions: Nicholas Stratten 19 February 2026
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National Cancer Plan for England (easy read)
National Cancer Plan for England (easy read)
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Climate change agreements scheme — the carbon emissions factor for gas
Climate change agreements scheme — the carbon emissions factor for gas
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Sentence increase for predatory paedophile
Sentence increase for predatory paedophile
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Precautionary recall of blood pressure medication after manufacturing error
Precautionary recall of blood pressure medication after manufacturing error
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Japan-UK Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue 2026 – Joint Statement
Japan-UK Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue 2026 – Joint Statement
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Repression in Russia: UK and others express concern at Russian court’s decision to classify Memorial as an “extremist organization”: Joint Statement to the OSCE
Repression in Russia: UK and others express concern at Russian court’s decision to classify Memorial as an “extremist organization”: Joint Statement to the OSCE
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How we’re preventing AI misinformation at DBT
Giorgio di Tunno Neil Starr

In an earlier post, Andrea Leary highlighted how AI‑ready content can strengthen policy outcomes. Tracey Wilson then showed why clear ownership and active...

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Flexibilities for childminders and childcare on domestic premises providers

On 1 November 2024, the Department for Education made changes to give the early years sector (in particular childminders) more flexibility. 

These changes introduced a new type...

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Right to Try
Right to Try
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Biodiversity Net Gain: what's changing and what it means for you

Over the past two years, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) has started to change the way development and nature work together, and we’ve learned a huge amount from local authorities, developers and ecologists along...

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Modernising submissions for Protected Sites requests

By Tracey Hill, Senior Officer - Sites , Nature and People

Natural England is making it easier than ever to submit requests relating to protected sites. From 20 April 2026, we are introducing...

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Tram derailment at Piccadilly tram stop
Tram derailment at Piccadilly tram stop
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Accredited official statistics: Mortgage and landlord possession statistics: January to March 2026
Accredited official statistics: Mortgage and landlord possession statistics: January to March 2026
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UK Export Finance: spending over 500 on a GPC, March 2026
UK Export Finance: spending over £500 on a GPC, March 2026
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