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17 July

High Court judgment threatens protections for England’s internationally important wildlife sites

Natural England intends to appeal a High Court judgment arising from a judicial review brought by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) concerning gamebird release licensing.

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New data on UK cosmetic product safety notifications
New data on UK cosmetic product safety notifications
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Cardiff businesswoman jailed after raiding Covid support scheme five times to fraudulently claim more than Ł200,000 across four companies
Cardiff businesswoman jailed after raiding Covid support scheme five times to fraudulently claim more than £200,000 across four companies
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A Fair Deal For Care Workers: Launching Part 3 of the Care Workforce Pathway
What is the Care Workforce Pathway?

When we launched the Care Workforce Pathway (the Pathway) in 2024, we set out an ambitious vision: to create the first universal career structure for adult social care...

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Transparency Spend over Ł500 for financial year 2026-27
Transparency Spend over £500 for financial year 2026-27
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Wales Office Annual Report and Accounts 2025-26
Wales Office Annual Report and Accounts 2025-26
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MOJ nature strategy 2026 to 2030
MOJ nature strategy 2026 to 2030
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MOJ climate resilience plan 2025 to 2027
MOJ climate resilience plan 2025 to 2027
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UK strategy on protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment in international work
UK strategy on protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment in international work
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Swifter and simpler competition redress, regulatory appeals and competition enforcement
Swifter and simpler competition redress, regulatory appeals and competition enforcement
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Border Force: don’t let drug smugglers steal your future
Border Force: don’t let drug smugglers steal your future
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Hot cars, hot luggage: why where you store your medicines matters this summer
Hot cars, hot luggage: why where you store your medicines matters this summer
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GAD client feedback survey 2025-26
GAD client feedback survey 2025-26
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Improving access to and use of digital services: open letter to business leaders
Improving access to and use of digital services: open letter to business leaders
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Southern Water fined Ł7.1m for sewage pollution
Southern Water fined £7.1m for sewage pollution
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Political party spending limits: independent assessment
Political party spending limits: independent assessment
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Research: Assessment of king scallop stock status: English coast 2025
Research: Assessment of king scallop stock status: English coast 2025
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Research: Catchwise – A Survey of Marine Recreational Fishing Activity
Research: Catchwise – A Survey of Marine Recreational Fishing Activity
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Foster care standards reform: what's changing and why
Niketa Sanderson-Gillard

When a child comes into foster care, it is a period of huge change and uncertainty for them which they have to navigate in a new home. Making sense of what has just happened, trying...

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SIA spending over Ł25,000 since 2024
SIA spending over £25,000 since 2024
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Human Medicines Regulations (2012) Advisory Bodies Annual Report 2025
Human Medicines Regulations (2012) Advisory Bodies Annual Report 2025
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Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions April 2026
Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions April 2026
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Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions May 2026
Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions May 2026
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Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions June 2026
Mining Remediation Authority financial transactions June 2026
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Revenue and Customs Brief 6 (2026): VAT liability of the supply of temporary medical staff (locum doctors)
Revenue and Customs Brief 6 (2026): VAT liability of the supply of temporary medical staff (locum doctors)
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First groups designated as threat to national security
First groups designated as threat to national security
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Revised direction issued to Herefordshire Council: February 2025
Revised direction issued to Herefordshire Council: February 2025
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Revised direction issued to Sandwell Council: 2019
Revised direction issued to Sandwell Council: 2019
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Policy paper: Women in the criminal justice system: policy statement
Policy paper: Women in the criminal justice system: policy statement
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Annual assessment of National Highways' performance: 2025 to 2026
Annual assessment of National Highways' performance: 2025 to 2026
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Industrial Strategy Advisory Council: local economic capability and growth
Industrial Strategy Advisory Council: local economic capability and growth
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August Catch Limit Review 2026
August Catch Limit Review 2026
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Draft affirmative coming for Town and Country Planning (Fees for Applications, Deemed Applications, Requests and Site Visits) (England) (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026
Draft affirmative coming for Town and Country Planning (Fees for Applications, Deemed Applications, Requests and Site Visits) (England) (Amendment and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.
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2026 Government Chemist Conference report and recordings
2026 Government Chemist Conference report and recordings
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Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Essex: 17 July 2026
Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Essex: 17 July 2026
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County Durham illegal waste site shut down
County Durham illegal waste site shut down
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Historic UK-India Free Trade Agreement is now in effect
Historic UK-India Free Trade Agreement is now in effect
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Understanding Martyn's Law and the SIA's role as regulator
Understanding Martyn's Law and the SIA's role as regulator
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Review of youth justice service grant funding formula
Review of youth justice service grant funding formula
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The National Lottery Community Fund annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
The National Lottery Community Fund annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
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Forensic Science Regulator annual report for 2024 to 2025
Forensic Science Regulator annual report for 2024 to 2025
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Review of key stage 2 national curriculum test operations delivery: terms of reference
Review of key stage 2 national curriculum test operations delivery: terms of reference
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Independent review on greenhouse gas removals: government response
Independent review on greenhouse gas removals: government response
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Oversight and funding of youth justice services
Oversight and funding of youth justice services
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Fourth UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue, June 2026: communiqué
Fourth UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership Dialogue, June 2026: communiqué
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Review of National Policy Statements for Nuclear Energy Infrastructure (Lord Vallance of Balham)

My Lords, the Nuclear Regulatory Review set out a stark challenge for all of us; government, regulators and industry.

The government is meeting this challenge by taking forward all 47 recommendations...

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Afghanistan (Hamish Falconer)

Today I am updating the House on the UK’s ongoing humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan and setting out how the Government will continue to support the Afghan people in the years ahead.

Nearly five...

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Macolin Convention (Seema Malhotra)

On 6 December 2018, the UK signed the Council of Europe Convention on the Manipulation of Sports Competitions (The Macolin Convention).

The Government laid this Convention in Parliament on 4 June 2026 in...

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Public Health measures (Sharon Hodgson)

Today I am publishing the government's response to the consultation on banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to children in England. The government has decided to introduce legislation to ban the sale...

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Adult Social Care - Fair pay agreement and workforce pathway (Stephen Kinnock, Member, Mental Health Bill [HL] Committee)

Today, I am proud to inform the house that this government is setting out the details of the Adult Social Care Fair Pay Agreement, a landmark reform that will turn the page on decades of low pay, insecurity, ...

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Local Planning Authority Capacity (Matthew Pennycook, Member, Planning and Infrastructure Bill Committee)

It is essential that local planning authorities (LPAs) have the resources and skilled planners they need to provide a proactive, efficient planning service for local communities and support housing delivery, ...

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Local Government Reorganisation (Steve Reed, Member, Speaker's Committee on the Electoral Commission)

This Government is driving the most ambitious programme of local government reform in a generation, replacing the inefficient two-tier system with new unitary councils so that all parts of our country can access...

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Publication of the Border Security Commander’s Annual Report 2025-26 (Shabana Mahmood)

Today I can announce that the first Border Security Commander’s Annual Report, for the period 2025 to 2026, is being laid before Parliament.

In our manifesto, this Government promised to create...

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Report by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (Shabana Mahmood)

This statement updates the House on the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s investigation into how MI5 came to provide false evidence to the Courts on whether or not it had confirmed the status of ‘...

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Consultation on the future of the Undercover Policing Inquiry (Shabana Mahmood)

Today I am launching a consultation on the future of the Undercover Policing Inquiry (UCPI). This Government is committed to delivering justice and to ensuring that public inquiries are able to provide answers...

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Annual Report on Special Advisers 2026 (Darren Jones)

Special advisers are a critical part of the team supporting Ministers. They add a political dimension to the advice and assistance available to Ministers while reinforcing the impartiality of the permanent Civil...

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UK COVID-19 Inquiry response costs for Quarter 4 25/26 (Nick Thomas-Symonds)

The UK COVID-19 Inquiry is examining the UK’s response to and impact of the pandemic. The government is fully committed to supporting the work of the COVID-19 Inquiry and to learning lessons from the COVID...

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Environmental Improvement Plan Annual Progress Report and Government response to the Office for Environmental Protection progress report (Mary Creagh)

Over the last year we have taken significant action on nature recovery. In December 2025 we launched our revised Environmental Improvement Plan (the EIP) to restore nature, move to a more circular economy and...

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Water Company Resilience to Heatwaves and Sustained Hot Weather (Emma Hardy, Member, Water (Special Measures) Bill [HL] Committee)

I wish to update the House on the action this Government is taking to strengthen water company resilience to heatwaves and sustained hot weather.

The Met Office outlook for July to September 2026 indicates...

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Recognising the value of Dartmoor’s ponies (Emma Reynolds)

Today, I wish to update the House on the decisive action we are taking to secure the long-term future of Dartmoor's iconic pony populations through a package of new protections and financial support.

Dartmoor...

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Tying the Knot: Reforming weddings law in England and Wales (David Lammy)

Marriage is one of our most enduring and important institutions. For many couples, their wedding day is one of the most significant moments of their lives: a public expression of enduring love and commitment, ...

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Initial Response to the Cranston Inquiry (Heidi Alexander)

On 5 February 2026 Sir Ross Cranston published the Cranston Inquiry’s report into the tragic events of November 2021 when at least 30 people died attempting to cross the Channel in a small boat. Government...

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Coastguard Rescue Service (Keir Mather, Member, Railways Bill Committee)

I am making this statement to provide an update on the Coastguard Rescue Service. I would like to begin by recognising the extraordinary contribution made by Coastguard Rescue Officers (CROs) across the United...

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Consultation on fireworks (Kate Dearden)

I am today informing Parliament of a consultation on fireworks which has just been launched.

Millions of people enjoy fireworks responsibly as part of cultural, religious and community celebrations. There...

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British Steel (Chris McDonald)

The public interest test

The Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Act 2026 grants powers to allow the Secretary of State to bring a steel company into public ownership where it is necessary in the public interest...

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WTO General Council July 2026: UK Statements
WTO General Council July 2026: UK Statements
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New Chief Executive appointed to the Planning Inspectorate
New Chief Executive appointed to the Planning Inspectorate
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The SIA ending its endorsement of BIIAB: what it means for you
The SIA ending its endorsement of BIIAB: what it means for you
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Active travel local transport authority allocations
Active travel local transport authority allocations
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HMPPS Business Strategy 2026 to 2029
HMPPS Business Strategy 2026 to 2029
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Standards for domestic abuse perpetrator interventions
Standards for domestic abuse perpetrator interventions
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Standards for stalking and domestic abuse perpetrator interventions
Standards for stalking and domestic abuse perpetrator interventions
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16 July

European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement
European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement
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Children’s health further protected with energy drinks ban
Children’s health further protected with energy drinks ban
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Crackdown on baseless legal claims to get Britain building
Crackdown on baseless legal claims to get Britain building
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Regulating modular nuclear reactors – from design and R&D to the factory floor and site

Following Rolls-Royce SMR’s announcement about the new Pioneer Works facility in Derby, Andy Pynn, our strategic lead for nuclear new build, reflects on a visit he made to the company’s EXPERI facility at...

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FSA workforce management information June 2026
FSA workforce management information June 2026
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Defra: workforce management information June 2026
Defra: workforce management information June 2026
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National Highways performance report 2025 to 2026
National Highways performance report 2025 to 2026
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Human Tissue Authority annual report and accounts: 2025 to 2026
Human Tissue Authority annual report and accounts: 2025 to 2026
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Border Security Commander’s annual report 2025 to 2026
Border Security Commander’s annual report 2025 to 2026
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Operators of Seaton Carew landfill served suspension notice
Operators of Seaton Carew landfill served suspension notice
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Twelfth anniversary of the downing of Flight MH17: Joint statement to the OSCE
Twelfth anniversary of the downing of Flight MH17: Joint statement to the OSCE
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PM's remarks at Kyiv press conference: 16 July 2026
PM's remarks at Kyiv press conference: 16 July 2026
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Local government reorganisation: decision letters to council leaders
Local government reorganisation: decision letters to council leaders
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Local government reorganisation: letter to leaders in West Sussex
Local government reorganisation: letter to leaders in West Sussex
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Local government reorganisation: letter to leaders in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Local government reorganisation: letter to leaders in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
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​​City of London Corporation: Local Plan intervention letter​ (16 July 2026)
​​City of London Corporation: Local Plan intervention letter​ (16 July 2026)
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Political Peerages July 2026
Political Peerages July 2026
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New Natural England Chief Executive Appointed
New Natural England Chief Executive Appointed
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Procurement underway for IAA competence assessment services
Procurement underway for IAA competence assessment services
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MOJ Lawtech Grant Competition Phase III
MOJ Lawtech Grant Competition Phase III
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Coverage of milestone in delivering leasehold reforms

There has been significant national, regional and trade coverage of the government’s announcement that it has taken the next steps to reform the feudal leasehold system. The government confirmed that...

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DESNZ annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
DESNZ annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
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Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: Statement of Accounts 2025 to 2026
Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: Statement of Accounts 2025 to 2026
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UK COVID-19 Inquiry response costs for Quarter 4 25/26
UK COVID-19 Inquiry response costs for Quarter 4 25/26
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Director of Legal Aid Casework annual report 2025 to 2026
Director of Legal Aid Casework annual report 2025 to 2026
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Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
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NHS Counter Fraud Authority annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
NHS Counter Fraud Authority annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026
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Quota application mechanism: 2026 recipients
Quota application mechanism: 2026 recipients
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