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OPSS consults on smarter regulations in boost for business

OPSS consults on smarter regulations in boost for business

02 August 2023 - 07:16 News Story

Office for Product Safety and Standards

Two new product safety consultations have been opened today, by The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS),...

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Tighter direction for use of police cautions unveiled

Tighter direction for use of police cautions unveiled

01 August 2023 - 23:01 Press Release

Ministry of Justice

Stricter rules to govern how police use cautions will ensure they should only be used for minor, first-time offences und...

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Government to modernise product safety laws to ensure they’re fit for the digital age

Government to modernise product safety laws to ensure they’re fit for the digital age

01 August 2023 - 23:01 Press Release

Department for Business and Trade

The UK’s product safety laws – which are over 30 years old – are set to be overhauled in a bid to make them fit for emer...

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North East to benefit from new funding for hydrogen transport

North East to benefit from new funding for hydrogen transport

01 August 2023 - 23:01 News Story

Department for Transport

Hydrogen-fueled airport vehicles and supermarket delivery trucks could provide greener and more efficient journeys. ...

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Economic growth and energy security on the agenda as Shapps convenes Downing Street energy summit

Economic growth and energy security on the agenda as Shapps convenes Downing Street energy summit

01 August 2023 - 23:01 Press Release

Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps meets with energy industry leaders in Downing Street....

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UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses

UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses

01 August 2023 - 18:11 Press Release

Department for Business and Trade

The Department for Business and Trade has today announced an indefinite extension to the use of CE marking for businesse...

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UK Government reiterates commitment to Africa’s green industries

UK Government reiterates commitment to Africa’s green industries

01 August 2023 - 16:04 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The Foreign Secretary meets a key Nigerian player in electric vehicles, MAX Nigeria, backed by UK investors from the UK’...

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UK partnerships with Africa: Foreign Secretary's speech in Lagos

UK partnerships with Africa: Foreign Secretary's speech in Lagos

01 August 2023 - 14:06 Speech

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The Foreign Secretary James Cleverly gives a speech in Lagos, Nigeria, setting out a positive vision for the UK's partne...

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Sarah Breeden appointed as Deputy Governor of the Bank of England

Sarah Breeden appointed as Deputy Governor of the Bank of England

01 August 2023 - 13:51 News Story

HM Treasury

Sarah will take up her role at the Bank on 1 November 2023, after the appointment was approved by His Majesty The King....

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Trade Update: UK-Gulf Cooperation Council FTA

Trade Update: UK-Gulf Cooperation Council FTA

01 August 2023 - 13:22 News Story

Department for Business and Trade

Statement on the fourth round of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council...

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New professional security operative apprenticeship announced

New professional security operative apprenticeship announced

01 August 2023 - 13:19 Press Release

Security Industry Authority

The Private Security Industry Trailblazer Group announced the approval of a new, government-funded level 2 professional ...

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School children and hospital patients set for higher quality food under new government plans

School children and hospital patients set for higher quality food under new government plans

01 August 2023 - 13:01 Press Release

Cabinet Office

A new agreement for procuring food and drink has been announced by the Crown Commercial Service....

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New Digital Property Market Steering Group formed to drive crucial digital transformation in the land and property market

New Digital Property Market Steering Group formed to drive crucial digital transformation in the land and property market

01 August 2023 - 13:00 News Story

HM Land Registry

An important coming together of key industry partners under a shared vision at a pivotal time for the property market....

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Start Ready - extending the reach

Start Ready - extending the reach

01 August 2023 - 12:02 News Story

Government Actuary's Department

The ways in which financial assistance can be allocated to countries in need are discussed in this blog. ...

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Bimervax COVID-19 vaccine authorised by MHRA

Bimervax COVID-19 vaccine authorised by MHRA

01 August 2023 - 11:00 News Story

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

The new vaccine from HIPRA Human Health has been authorised after meeting the MHRA’s required safety, quality and effect...

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Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service launch

Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service launch

01 August 2023 - 10:36 News Story

Legal Aid Agency

Contracts start for the new Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service....

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Government publishes transformation consultation response

Government publishes transformation consultation response

01 August 2023 - 10:00 Press Release

Intellectual Property Office

The government has published its response to the transformation consultation which ran between 3 November 2022 and 6 Jan...

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Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of Berkshire: 1 August 2023

Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of Berkshire: 1 August 2023

01 August 2023 - 09:00 Press Release

Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street

The King has been pleased to appoint Mr Andrew Try, DL, as His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for the Royal County of Berkshi...

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Boost for broadband and 5G coverage revolution rollout as government explores plan to open £160 million satellites fund

Boost for broadband and 5G coverage revolution rollout as government explores plan to open £160 million satellites fund

01 August 2023 - 08:47 Press Release

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

A potential £160 million scheme to fund next generation of satellite communications development and boost UK’s leadershi...

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UK acknowledges acts of genocide committed by Daesh against Yazidis

UK acknowledges acts of genocide committed by Daesh against Yazidis

01 August 2023 - 08:43 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The UK government has today formally acknowledged that acts of genocide were committed against the Yazidi people by Daes...

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Maritime and Coastguard Agency reiterates new rules regarding marine equipment being UK approved

Maritime and Coastguard Agency reiterates new rules regarding marine equipment being UK approved

01 August 2023 - 08:30 News Story

Maritime and Coastguard Agency

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has announced that there are no plans to alter a requirement for marine equipme...

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Guidance on investments refreshed to help improve clarity and boost trustee confidence

Guidance on investments refreshed to help improve clarity and boost trustee confidence

01 August 2023 - 08:19 Press Release

The Charity Commission

The Charity Commission has updated its guidance on charities and investments....

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New Taskforce to build UK nuclear skills

New Taskforce to build UK nuclear skills

31 July 2023 - 23:15 Press Release

Ministry of Defence

A new Nuclear Skills Taskforce will ensure the UK’s defence and civil nuclear sectors have the right people with the rig...

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New free legal advice for people facing eviction or repossession

New free legal advice for people facing eviction or repossession

31 July 2023 - 23:01 Press Release

Ministry of Justice

A new government-backed scheme providing free legal advice to help 38,000 people a year at risk of losing their home lau...

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UK supports food security in Nigeria

UK supports food security in Nigeria

31 July 2023 - 23:01 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The Foreign Secretary will pledge support to Nigeria's agriculture sector during a visit to the country. ...

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Tax cut for 38,000 British pubs

Tax cut for 38,000 British pubs

31 July 2023 - 23:00 News Story

HM Treasury

Over 38,000 UK pubs and bars have seen a tax cut on the pints they pull from today (1 August 2023) as the government’s h...

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Greater use of location data can unlock innovation in the property sector

Greater use of location data can unlock innovation in the property sector

31 July 2023 - 23:00 Press Release

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

New Geospatial Commission report identifies opportunities to unlock greater value across the property ecosystem through ...

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UK sanctions key figures involved in deplorable sentencing of dual British national Vladimir Kara-Murza after appeal is rejected

UK sanctions key figures involved in deplorable sentencing of dual British national Vladimir Kara-Murza after appeal is rejected

31 July 2023 - 16:36 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

New sanctions target 6 figures involved in the trial of Vladimir Kara-Murza, who is facing 25 years in a penal colony af...

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Russia is inflicting terror on the Ukrainian people, and suffering on its own population and millions across the world: UK statement at the Security Council

Russia is inflicting terror on the Ukrainian people, and suffering on its own population and millions across the world: UK statement at the Security Council

31 July 2023 - 16:01 Speech

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Statement by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international pe...

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Variation to Hinkley Point C operational water discharge activity

Variation to Hinkley Point C operational water discharge activity

31 July 2023 - 13:55 News Story

Environment Agency

Variation issued today to an environmental permit for Hinkley Point C nuclear power station, to allow for a change in wa...

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