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Weston Bay report and safety flyer published

Thursday, 30 April 2026 - 09:00 Marine Accident Investigation Branch News Story

Double man overboard from a fishing vessel approximately 12 nautical miles south-east of Spurn Head, England, with the loss of 1 life....

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Victims come first in new justice law

Thursday, 30 April 2026 - 08:50 Ministry of Justice Press Release

Victims and Courts Bill receives Royal Assent to become law....

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The impact of Russia’s intensifying attacks on civilians in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 30 April 2026 - 08:36 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russia’s intensified missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, highlighting the mounting civilian toll and damage to infrastructure. Ru...

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Have your say: PIP review launches engagement programme for disabled people to get involved

Thursday, 30 April 2026 - 08:00 Department for Work and Pensions Press Release

The Timms Review is today announcing a wider programme of evidence-gathering and public engagement, giving disabled people, Disabled People’s Organisations, carers, practitioners, clinicians, research...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Italy: Stephen Hickey

Thursday, 30 April 2026 - 07:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Mr Stephen Hickey CMG has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Italian Republic and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino, in succession to the Rt Hon Lord Llewellyn CVO OBE....

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UK and Irish Governments to reaffirm security cooperation and commitment to Legacy at BIIGC 

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 23:01 Northern Ireland Office Press Release

The British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference (BIIGC) will be held today [Thursday 30 April] at Hillsborough Castle...

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Northumberland illegal waste site shut down

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 15:53 Environment Agency Press Release

The Environment Agency has blocked access to land in rural Northumberland following reports of illegal dumping and burning of waste.  ...

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Graves of two unknown World War 1 officers 'named' 111 years after their deaths

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 15:24 Ministry of Defence News Story

The previously un-named graves of two officers who gave their lives during World War One have been identified in Belgium. Captain (Capt) Gordon Cuthbert of Sunbury, Middlesex, and Lieutenant (Lt) Les...

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Housing Minister speech on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 14:49 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Speech

An update on the government's vision for ending the feudal leasehold system. ...

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Housing Minister speech on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 14:49 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Speech

An update on the government's vision for ending the feudal leasehold system. ...

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English Devolution Bill receives Royal Assent

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 14:28 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Press Release

Act follows on from the English Devolution White Paper, which set out government agenda for devolution. ...

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MHRA hires top global tech talent to transform systems behind regulation of medicines and medical devices

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 14:06 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Bonander as its new Chief Digital and Technology Officer (CDTO). ...

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Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 13:05 Department of Health and Social Care Press Release

The next generation will be smoke-free as Tobacco and Vapes Bill is granted Royal Assent....

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First Sea Lord Speech at RUSI

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 12:38 Ministry of Defence Speech

Transforming the Royal Navy by embracing the rapid technological advances of our age...

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Seven sentenced after MHRA investigation uncovers £1.8m illegal medicines and steroids network

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 12:25 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

An MHRA-led investigation has exposed a £1.8 million illegal medicines and steroids network, leading to seven men being sentenced....

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Major investigation into 'sickening' illegal waste dumping

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 11:20 Environment Agency News Story

Environment Agency and Natural England act on 30,000 tonnes of illegal waste at Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Leicestershire. ...

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Retirement boost of £29,000 awaits millions as landmark Pension Schemes Act becomes law

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 10:39 Department for Work and Pensions Press Release

Over 20 million workers are set to get more from every pound they save towards retirement thanks to the passing into law of historic pensions legislation today, Wednesday 29 April 2026....

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Ministry of Defence Police appoints new Deputy Chief Constable

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 09:57 Ministry of Defence Press Release

Following the appointment of Chief Constable Kier Pritchard in January, the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) has appointed Simon Dobinson as their new Deputy Chief Constable....

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Call for evidence into antisemitism in schools and colleges

Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - 09:38 Department for Education Press Release

Government-commissioned independent review launches call for evidence as part wider government commitment to strengthen social cohesion and tackle prejudice....

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