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Picture this: the lift starts to rise. Your heart is racing, the nerves are kicking in, and there's no turning back. The doors open and five familiar faces are waiting.  

It...

Guatemala and Honduras Chevening Scholars announced for 2026-27

Guidance for door supervisors on people with medicinal cannabis

Background image: CottonBro, Creative Commons Commencement of the transition period between the 0.4 and 1.0 versions of the trust framework and supplementary codes starts today

One of the...

We have published new, 1.1 versions of the supplementary codes for digital right to work and right to rent checks, to align the rules with the upcoming changes to the...

Builder pays £201,500 to charities after silting watercourses

Key milestone reached for future Navy support ship as names of sister ships announced

£52 million released to Scotland's regional leaders

PM meeting with President Macron of France: 3 September 2026

Investigation as 3 illegal waste dumps found in the North East

Chemical weapons have no place in Syria, or anywhere in the world: UK statement at the UN Security Council

7/2026: Court of Appeal decision on 'box-shifting'

This blog is a summary of Marian Spain and Tony Juniper's appearance in front of the Environmental Audit Committee, and reflections on their time in office.

Marian Spain and Tony Juniper at the...

Defra Statistics Policies and Statements

Trustee appointed to the National Lottery Heritage Fund Board

UK summons Russian Chargé d'Affaires after reckless attack on Leipzig airport

Prison for directors behind £70 million investment fraud

YJB response to the PAVA rollout extension

Investment boost for climate action and forest protection

SLC's Annual Business Plan 2026-27

Accredited official statistics: Civil justice statistics quarterly: April to June 2027

Climate change, energy security, artificial intelligence, demographic change and public service reform are among the defining policy challenges of our time.Addressing them requires more than incremental improvements...

SLC Annual Business Plan 2026-27

Consultation on applications for authorisation of 3 CBD food products as novel foods

Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC 584, 3 September 2026

Draft affirmative coming for Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 (Specified Purposes Related to Policing) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.

Military recruitment and retention continues to improve as new statistics show yearlong improvement

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has detected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and larvae at residential properties in east London. It is the first time this species has been found breeding in the UK...

HS2 Ltd: spending over £500, January to March 2026

NHS England: annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026

Fruit and Vegetables Aid Scheme: annual report for 2025

Over the past year, I have made regular statements about the implementation of the McCloud remedy in the NHS Pension Scheme. This hugely complex undertaking across the public sector pension schemes is required...

I wish to update the House on the recent High Court decision regarding Portadown District LOL No.1's application to the Parades Commission for Northern Ireland, as well as the steps I am taking in light of the...

The United Kingdom’s chemical protection programme exists to safeguard against the threat of chemical weapons. The UK’s entirely defensive focused programme is permitted under the Chemical Weapons...

This Statement concerns an application for development consent made under the Planning Act 2008 by Photovolt Development Partners (PVDP) on behalf of SolarFive Limited for the construction and operation of a ...

I am tabling this statement to inform Members of the publication of two documents relating to the Capacity Market. This includes:

A Consultation on changes for Prequalification 2027; andAn open letter...

“Short-changing staff isn't a shortcut to success” - Nearly 660 employers announced as failing to pay the minimum wage

CDLS Industry Commendations 2026

RSH publishes its quarterly survey for Q1 April to June 2026

Food Standards Agency Board meeting papers published for September 2026

​​Direction under the Building Act 1984 for fibre optic cabling in non-HRBs, Circular 03/2026​

AAIB Report: Boeing 747-433, G-ONEE

AI sleep data could provide one-week early warning of flu and COVID-19

VMD updates guidance on QR codes for veterinary medicinal product packaging

Invasive mosquito species detected in east London

Delivering better public services increasingly depends on organisations working together. Whether addressing challenges that span national government, local government or devolved authorities, organisations...

Safety digest 06/2026: Queens Park

AAIB investigation to Boeing 747-433, G-ONEE

HS2 Ltd senior officials’ business expenses and hospitality, January to March 2026

The Red Ensign flag

To mark Merchant Navy Day on Thursday 3 September, we're shining a light on the seafarers who keep the UK supplied with the goods we rely on every day, and hearing from someone ...

Accredited official statistics: Civil justice statistics quarterly: April to June 2026

Research: Rapid evidence assessment of safety in prison

I’m Leigh‑Ann Jones, a flood and coastal risk management (FCRM) advisor in the Environment Agency, working across digital, data and systems that support the FCRM capital programme.

Since 2023, ...

Register of Family Procedure Rule Committee’s member interests 2025 to 2026

Specialist Sexual Violence Support Measures: a qualitative assessment

Food Standards Agency September 2026 Board meeting

Committee on Fuel Poverty annual report: 2026

Guaranteed Minimum Pensions Fixed Rate Revaluation

The Occupational Pension Schemes (Schemes that were Contracted-out) (No 2) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

LGBT veterans have 100 days left to apply for financial recognition

Maritime heroes honoured for inspiring the next generation of seafarers and supporting communities at sea

Guidance: HMPPS Interim Pre-Release Policy Framework

‘Working alongside Europe is the key to driving a stronger Britain’- Burnham

Draft affirmative coming for Mesothelioma Lump Sum Payments (Conditions and Amounts) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.

Fast-paced funding for force-protection innovation

UK-backed programme supports sustainable livestock farming in Honduras

Official Statistics: Student loan repayments via PAYE eligible for refund - Tax Year 2025/26

Millions to be invested in next generation of legal talent

Estuary scene between Beaumont and Landermere

Marine habitat restoration is essential if we are to reverse biodiversity loss and build resilience to climate change.

Across England, important habitats...

Draft affirmative coming for Pneumoconiosis etc. (Workers’ Compensation) (Payment of Claims) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. See other results for details.

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.

Story of the Bayeux Tapestry to be brought to communities across the country as Prime Minister joins The King and Queen and President Macron at exhibition opening

Prime Minister puts public control, community regeneration and cost-of-living at the heart of plans to ‘rewire Britain’

DfE Update 2 September 2026

Environment Agency invites boating community views on waterways

PLATO (PLAnetary Transits and Oscillations of stars)

ENRC litigation concluded

Taking flight: UKDI funds military-grade powered paraglider

MHRA and Manchester NHS partner on health innovation sandbox

Preparing for Payment

Reflections from Felicity Beverley, Director of Engagement and Marketing Campaigns, Ofwat Following the launch of Let’s Save Water, a new water efficiency campaign, Ofwat’s Director of Engagement and Marketing Campaigns...

10 years ago, GDS launched GOV.UK Pay, one of its flagship platforms used by public sector service teams. For the first time, public sector organisations could take payments without having to set up individual...

Greater Manchester and the Places for Growth programme

Greater Manchester is rapidly becoming a centre for digital and technology talent across government. It is a key location for the Civil...

Report from the Chair of the Food Standards Agency Business Committee: INFO 26/06/01

Rogue waste gangs exposed as heat maps reveal England's illegal dumping hotspots

£10 Million Hospitality Grant Scheme launches in boost for independent pubs, restaurants and cafes

People with sight loss have told us how inaccessible information, poorly designed environments and a lack of staff awareness can make it harder to access healthcare safely and independently.

Cymraeg

So, you're heading off to uni - new freedom, new friends, and maybe your first time cooking for yourself properly. Starting uni is exciting enough without a bout of food poisoning...

Lifetime Allowance Protections and Enhancements

Capacity Market: new technologies 2026

Capacity Market: changes for Prequalification 2027

I am repeating the following Written Ministerial Statement made today in the other place by my Right Honourable Friend the Minister of State for the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, Ian Murray...

From 1 September 2026, the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) enters into force with Canada. Following Canada’s ratification, UK companies...

The condition of high streets, and the health of district, town and city centres, is a litmus test for national renewal. High streets bring people together to eat and drink, shop, access services, explore culture...

On 19 August, the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government announced the next steps in his national drive to end rough sleeping, backed by £442 million of funding...

Everyone deserves to live in a decent, safe, secure and affordable home. Yet far too many families in need of one are languishing on local authority waiting lists and almost 180,000 children are growing up in...

This government has acted with ambition and urgency to tackle the acute and entrenched housing crisis in England, including by means of a bold overhaul of the planning system. In December 2024, we revised the...

This Government inherited a prison system on the brink of collapse. In July 2024, men’s prisons were operating at 99 percent capacity. At one point, there were fewer than 100 places available across the...

From 1 September 2026, the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) enters into force with Canada. Following Canada’s ratification, UK companies...

I wish to update the House on the Government’s proposals for formal regulation of the funeral sector, announced this summer following the sentencing of criminal funeral director Robert Bush. These proposals...