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27 May

Resident doctor strikes: everything you need to know 

The British Medical Association (BMA) has announced another round of strike action by resident doctors. 

Here, we tell you everything you need to know about the BMA resident doctor strikes, including...

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Response to the activation letter to the PSPRB 2026 Northern Ireland pay round
Response to the activation letter to the PSPRB 2026 Northern Ireland pay round
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Business leaders put nature on boardroom agenda
Business leaders put nature on boardroom agenda
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PM call with Prime Minister Luxon of New Zealand: 27 May 2026
PM call with Prime Minister Luxon of New Zealand: 27 May 2026
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PM meeting with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland: 27 May 2026
PM meeting with Prime Minister Tusk of Poland: 27 May 2026
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How AI can assist in hydrographic workflows

For several years, the UKHO has been actively investing in modern data technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), to transform how it processes, structures, and delivers...

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DfE Update 27 May 2026
DfE Update 27 May 2026
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Millions to benefit from lower travel and food costs
Millions to benefit from lower travel and food costs
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Marshall Scholarship gets £0.9m uplift to expand STEM awards
Marshall Scholarship gets £0.9m uplift to expand STEM awards
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MHRA welcomes Jason Bonander as he starts his role as Chief Digital and Technology Officer
MHRA welcomes Jason Bonander as he starts his role as Chief Digital and Technology Officer
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Security and Defence Partnership Treaty: the projects the UK and Poland will deliver together
Security and Defence Partnership Treaty: the projects the UK and Poland will deliver together
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Treaty between the Republic of Poland and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on a Security and Defence Partnership
Treaty between the Republic of Poland and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on a Security and Defence Partnership
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Beyond Performance vs Brand – How CMOs Unlock Real Scale

Toby Strangewood, Founder of Miroma Founders Network, explores why the performance versus brand debate is holding high-growth businesses back, and reveals how CMOs can build the confidence, structure and strategic...

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Adopting open-source in local government 

GDS Local’s Sourcing the Stack initiative forms part of GDS’s commitment to cocreating a shared vision for local government technology. An important step in this work is publishing...

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UK Space Agency completes term leading global space debris effort
Credit: ESA

The UK Space Agency has concluded its year as chair of the Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee (IADC), marking the end of a term that saw the UK strengthen international cooperation...

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National Guardian's Office annual report 2025 to 2026
National Guardian's Office annual report 2025 to 2026
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Charity Commission board member and senior executive team expenses
Charity Commission board member and senior executive team expenses
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Regulations subject to SSAC statutory scrutiny: 2026
Regulations subject to SSAC statutory scrutiny: 2026
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DSIT Main Estimate memorandum 2026 to 2027
DSIT Main Estimate memorandum 2026 to 2027
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Call for input on goods for cost of living tariff suspensions
Call for input on goods for cost of living tariff suspensions
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Competition opens to build a national Muslim War Memorial
Competition opens to build a national Muslim War Memorial
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Two Committee members elected as Fellows of the Royal Society 

Professor Hayley Fowler and Professor Piers Forster have been elected Fellows of the Royal Society. Professor Fowler has served on the Adaptation Committee since February 2025, and Professor...

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Policy paper: Bullingdon Prison: action plan
Policy paper: Bullingdon Prison: action plan
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Workforce Management Information 2026-27: AGO, GLD, HMCPSI
Workforce Management Information 2026-27: AGO, GLD, HMCPSI
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Number of SIA licences issued over the last 24 months
Number of SIA licences issued over the last 24 months
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Data asset management policy in government
Data asset management policy in government
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Dstl achieves UK’s first optical downlink from space
Dstl achieves UK’s first optical downlink from space
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Three housing associations get top consumer grade
Three housing associations get top consumer grade
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2020 data now available on our portal
2020 data now available on our portal
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Landmark decommissioning milestone reached at Trawsfynydd
Landmark decommissioning milestone reached at Trawsfynydd
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Impact assessment: Economic Impact Assessment of NDA Sites
Impact assessment: Economic Impact Assessment of NDA Sites
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NHS physiotherapy: what people are telling us
As the demand for physiotherapy grows, people are telling us about long waits for care, remote-only support and confusing referrals routes. Read their stories, and what needs to change to boost this vital area of...
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A badger named Miriam, and the 50 years of science that followed

Last year, we shared a blog called If You Go Down to the Woods Today, celebrating a wonderfully unique study site at Woodchester Park, nestled on the western edge of the Cotswolds...

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10 things we learned running rapid AI experiements
Anthony Love

Last year, we launched our approach to rapidly delivering artificial intelligence solutions at the Department for Business and Trade (DBT). Since then, our teams have explored ideas from...

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Defra: workforce management information April 2026
Defra: workforce management information April 2026
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Learning from domestic homicide reviews: government response
Learning from domestic homicide reviews: government response
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UCPI Evidence Hearings: Tranche 3 (Phase 2) | Day 6 - Undercover Policing Inquiry
Publication date: 27 May 2026. Category: General. Originator: Inquiry.
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UCPI Evidence Hearings: Tranche 3 (Phase 2) | Day 5 - Undercover Policing Inquiry
Publication date: 27 May 2026. Category: General. Originator: Inquiry.
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FOI release: Criminality of foreign-born SIA licence holders
FOI release: Criminality of foreign-born SIA licence holders
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FOI release: Injuries and assaults to SIA licence holders
FOI release: Injuries and assaults to SIA licence holders
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FOI release: Dismissals and resignations of SIA staff
FOI release: Dismissals and resignations of SIA staff
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How we are helping kids stay active at school
How we are helping kids stay active at school
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National Crime Agency senior officials' outside employment, April 2025 to March 2026
National Crime Agency senior officials' outside employment, April 2025 to March 2026
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Accessing HMRC’s web services
Accessing HMRC’s web services
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Ancient Cornish moors gain National Nature Reserve status
Ancient Cornish moors gain National Nature Reserve status
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26 May

UK and Poland set to sign major defence and security treaty as PM steps up relationship with Europe to keep nation safe
UK and Poland set to sign major defence and security treaty as PM steps up relationship with Europe to keep nation safe
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Royal College of Defence Studies delegation visited Chile
Royal College of Defence Studies delegation visited Chile
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We need to use the UN more effectively to prevent and resolve conflict, particularly through this Council: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We need to use the UN more effectively to prevent and resolve conflict, particularly through this Council: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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Russia’s intensified aerial attacks against Ukraine and irresponsible threats: UK statement to the OSCE
Russia’s intensified aerial attacks against Ukraine and irresponsible threats: UK statement to the OSCE
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The Wildlife-Rich Habitat Fund: Bringing even more buzz to Protected Landscapes 

This is a guest post by Mary-Ann Ochota. Mary-Ann Ochota is the Chair of the Protected Landscapes Partnership. The Partnership brings together England’s National Parks, National Trails, National Landscapes, ...

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ARB launches consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has today launched a consultation on proposed changes to professional practical experience (PPE), aimed at improving fair and consistent access to high-quality experience...

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An update on strengthening architectural regulation

The Grenfell Tower tragedy highlighted the need for much stronger controls and oversight into how the built environment sector is regulated. This includes the role of architects, and how we can support increased...

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ARB’s five-year strategy to strengthen safety, competence and culture in architecture

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has published a new five-year strategy focused on improving safety, strengthening professional competence and improving workplace culture among architects in the UK. Read more. (cached), Summary and Comments (0), First seen at 16:52, 26 May 2026

Grace Choi and Eduardo Petrilli appointed Temporary Architect Board Members

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Grace Choi and Eduardo Petrilli as Temporary Architect Board Members. The two new Board Members have been appointed for a period...

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ARB introduces new Registration Assurance Process to strengthen routes to registration

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has approved a new Registration Assurance Process (RAP) that will modernise how architects join and return to the Register, while maintaining the standards the public expects...

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ARB welcomes Government call for evidence

The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has today published a call for evidence to inform the development of a new strategy for the built environment professions, trades and occupations...

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New action against hidden childcare costs to help families
New action against hidden childcare costs to help families
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UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures
UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures
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5/2026: Supporting Small Business Relief
5/2026: Supporting Small Business Relief
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Non-Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund reappointed
Non-Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund reappointed
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Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports
Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports
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Learning at Work Week: Embracing Many Ways of Learning with the Government Science and Engineering Profession
Learning at Work Week: Embracing Many Ways of Learning with the Government Science and Engineering Profession
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Family courts: what we’ve delivered and what comes next for court users 

Adam Lennon reflects on progress in family justice — from faster probate grants to the majority of divorce applications being made online, and looks forwards to Child Focused Courts...

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Scarborough man prosecuted for supplying fake reference to SIA
Scarborough man prosecuted for supplying fake reference to SIA
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Coverage of UKREiiF 2026

Following UKREiiF last week, there has been widespread coverage leading on a Homes England funding announcement in Leeds, alongside trade coverage on planning reform and the NPPF.  Read more. (cached), Summary and Comments (0), First seen at 14:46, 26 May 2026

What happens when you use medicines beyond their expiry date or in-use shelf life?

VMD Voices: Our Experts Explain

Welcome to the third blog in our 'VMD Voices: Our Experts Explain' series. In this series, you'll hear from specialists across the Veterinary Medicines Directorate...

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Expert Panel for Growing up in an Online World: terms of reference
Expert Panel for Growing up in an Online World: terms of reference
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National Crime Agency: workforce management information April 2026
National Crime Agency: workforce management information April 2026
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Understanding the Skills England Expert Network, by Nikki Christie

Across the skills system, there’s an incredible wealth of employer insight and experience.

Through my time at Skills England, I’ve seen first-hand the value of drawing on this expertise and how...

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YJB statement on sentencing for serious offences
YJB statement on sentencing for serious offences
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Third new national forest to bring nature closer to communities
Third new national forest to bring nature closer to communities
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UK Government releases a further £102.6 million for reform of NI public services
UK Government releases a further £102.6 million for reform of NI public services
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Attorney General refers Fordingbridge Three cases to Court of Appeal
Attorney General refers Fordingbridge Three cases to Court of Appeal
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Don’t let this heatwave affect your medicines: Three important tips from the MHRA
Don’t let this heatwave affect your medicines: Three important tips from the MHRA
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Local Audit Office Chair: the government’s preferred candidate
Local Audit Office Chair: the government’s preferred candidate
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Apply now for a water screening study 

Groups of farmers in England can now apply for a Local Resource Option (LRO) screening study.

An LRO is a local water project designed to improve the reliability and resilience of water...

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MHCLG: workforce management information, April 2026
MHCLG: workforce management information, April 2026
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MHCLG: spending over £25,000, March 2026
MHCLG: spending over £25,000, March 2026
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MHCLG: spending over £500, March 2026
MHCLG: spending over £500, March 2026
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HMT workforce management information: April 2026
HMT workforce management information: April 2026
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Government response to the Women and Equalities Committee report on the menstrual health of girls and young women
Government response to the Women and Equalities Committee report on the menstrual health of girls and young women
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UK and South Africa launch coalition to end violence against women and girls
UK and South Africa launch coalition to end violence against women and girls
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Office for Students’ fee charging model
Office for Students’ fee charging model
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Policy Insights Unit: a new name for our core service
Policy Insights Unit: a new name for our core service
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CMA response to government in relation to childcare provision
CMA response to government in relation to childcare provision
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Letter from the Secretary of State for Education to the CEO of the Competition and Markets Authority
Letter from the Secretary of State for Education to the CEO of the Competition and Markets Authority
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SPC update - Librela Solution for Injection for Dogs
SPC update - Librela Solution for Injection for Dogs
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Research: Improving outcomes through legal support grant: interim evaluation report
Research: Improving outcomes through legal support grant: interim evaluation report
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Research: Evidence on the effectiveness of legal support: literature review
Research: Evidence on the effectiveness of legal support: literature review
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Research: Understanding local authority advice services: funding, provision and outcomes measurement
Research: Understanding local authority advice services: funding, provision and outcomes measurement
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Research: MOJ’s work on integrated advice hubs
Research: MOJ’s work on integrated advice hubs
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Rooting communities in nature: how one woodland brought people together

Duncan and Emma Davids are Forestry Commission Woodland Ambassadors who have transformed a woodland into a thriving space where people and nature come together.  Duncan shares the story of how a decade-long ...

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HMRC: workforce management information, April 2026
HMRC: workforce management information, April 2026
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Office for National Statistics workforce management information: 2026
Office for National Statistics workforce management information: 2026
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25 May

More new trains, better journeys: SWR celebrates one year in public ownership
More new trains, better journeys: SWR celebrates one year in public ownership
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Wildlife habitat in most cherished landscapes set to be restored
Wildlife habitat in most cherished landscapes set to be restored
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UK and Australia pact on fast-moving AI security risks
UK and Australia pact on fast-moving AI security risks
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24 May

Statement of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) on the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
Statement of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes (ICG) on the situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
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23 May

PM: Government turning progress into results for working people
PM: Government turning progress into results for working people
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22 May

If Russia truly wished to protect civilians, it would agree to the ceasefire or end this war outright: UK statement at the UN Security Council
If Russia truly wished to protect civilians, it would agree to the ceasefire or end this war outright: UK statement at the UN Security Council
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