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New disruption unit launched in crackdown on fraud

New disruption unit launched in crackdown on fraud

Monday, 09 March 2026

New and expanded fraud strategy sets out how the government will dismantle overseas scam compounds and protect the public from the UK’s most pervasive...

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New Permanent Secretary appointed at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

New Permanent Secretary appointed at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Friday, 06 March 2026

The Cabinet Secretary, with the approval of the Prime Minister, has appointed Jonathan Brearley as the new Permanent Secretary at the Department for E...

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Appointment of Lord Lieutenant of Surrey: 6th March 2026

Appointment of Lord Lieutenant of Surrey: 6th March 2026

Friday, 06 March 2026

The King has been pleased to appoint Mrs Neelam Dharni Devesher, MBE, DL, as His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Surrey....

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Foreign criminals excluded from UK under strict new rules

Foreign criminals excluded from UK under strict new rules

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Foreign criminals will be refused entry to the UK or have their visas cancelled in a crackdown on those posing a threat to the British public. ...

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Asylum handouts and accommodation removed for illegal migrants abusing Britain’s generosity

Asylum handouts and accommodation removed for illegal migrants abusing Britain’s generosity

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Stricter conditions for migrants receiving asylum support will create a fairer, compliance-based system that’s better for the British taxpayer....

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Over £370 million saved in crackdown on asylum claims by tourists

Over £370 million saved in crackdown on asylum claims by tourists

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Almost £400 million has been saved in asylum accommodation and support costs after a crackdown on tourists abusing the UK’s immigration system.   ...

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Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK

Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Raising the English fluency level will allow migrants to contribute and integrate into British life....

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International Women’s Day 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

International Women’s Day 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Ambassador Holland marks International Women's Day 2026 by reaffirming that the security, prosperity and stability of the OSCE region depends on the f...

Home Secretary's speech on immigration: 5 March 2026

Home Secretary's speech on immigration: 5 March 2026

Thursday, 05 March 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's speech at the Institute for Public Policy Research on immigration reforms. ...

Joint Communiqué between the UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls and representatives of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, 3 March 2026

Joint Communiqué between the UK Special Envoy for Women and Girls and representatives of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, 3 March 2026

Thursday, 05 March 2026

A joint communiqué to enhance co-operation through leadership and solidarity....

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Certification Officer: Announcements

Certification Officer: Announcements

Thursday, 05 March 2026

General announcements and latest decisions of the Certification Officer...

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Government launches landmark gender pay gap and menopause action plans to help women thrive at work

Government launches landmark gender pay gap and menopause action plans to help women thrive at work

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

Action plans supporting women to succeed at work launched by Minister for Women and Equalities ahead of International Women’s Day 2026....

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Statement by the United Kingdom on UK France nuclear policy and cooperation

Statement by the United Kingdom on UK France nuclear policy and cooperation

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

Statement by the United Kingdom on UK-France nuclear policy and cooperation...

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Visa brake imposed on 4 countries after widespread visa abuse

Visa brake imposed on 4 countries after widespread visa abuse

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

Government to end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, and work visas for Afghans....

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Lead of independent review on new number of forces appointed

Lead of independent review on new number of forces appointed

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

Lord Hogan-Howe to lead independent review to determine new number of police forces....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement on Freedom of Religion or Belief

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement on Freedom of Religion or Belief

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador,...

New register for people convicted of child cruelty offences

New register for people convicted of child cruelty offences

Monday, 02 March 2026

Child cruelty convictions such as neglect and abandonment will face the same police notification requirements as registered sex offenders....

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Refugee protection to be reviewed every 30 months

Refugee protection to be reviewed every 30 months

Monday, 02 March 2026

The refugee model will shift from permanent to temporary for those who claim asylum from 2 March....

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Crackdown on public sector fraud delivers over £7.5 billion of savings to the taxpayer

Crackdown on public sector fraud delivers over £7.5 billion of savings to the taxpayer

Friday, 27 February 2026

The taxpayer will benefit from £7.53 billion in savings due to a crackdown on public sector fraud in the past year alone, new statistics today confirm...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on Afghanistan

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on Afghanistan

Thursday, 26 February 2026

UK Statement for the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on Afghanistan. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

New laws to protect victims of ‘honour’  based abuse

New laws to protect victims of ‘honour’ based abuse

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Government takes decisive action by rapidly introducing a new legal definition for ‘honour’- based abuse. ...

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Ukrainians to receive greater certainty about their futures

Ukrainians to receive greater certainty about their futures

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion will now have 3 times as long to renew their stay. ...

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Help with the cost of living in 2026

Help with the cost of living in 2026

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

We're taking action to help families with the cost of living, here is what you need to know....

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UK enforces digital permission to travel

UK enforces digital permission to travel

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

From today (25 February), non-visa nationals will be barred from entering the UK without an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) . ...

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Over £17 million saved in past six months through government office closures

Over £17 million saved in past six months through government office closures

Monday, 23 February 2026

The government has saved over £17 million in the past six months by closing three expensive central London offices and relocating staff to existing sp...

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Record funding to protect faith communities

Record funding to protect faith communities

Thursday, 19 February 2026

Government announces a record £73.4 million in funding in 2026 to 2027 for protective security at Jewish, Muslim, and other faith sites....

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Joint Ministerial Statement on Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Operations in Sudan

Joint Ministerial Statement on Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Operations in Sudan

Thursday, 19 February 2026

Joint Ministerial Statement from the UK and partners on the Protection of Civilians and Humanitarian Operations in Sudan...

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Dame Antonia Romeo appointed as first female Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service to drive change and implement the government’s agenda

Dame Antonia Romeo appointed as first female Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service to drive change and implement the government’s agenda

Thursday, 19 February 2026

The appointment marks the first time a woman has held the role in its over 100 year history. ...

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Record year of drug seizures made by Border Force

Record year of drug seizures made by Border Force

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Border Force and police seizures of ketamine and cannabis at all-time high and Border Force ramps up the return of foreign smugglers. ...

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The Prime Minister and Cabinet Secretary have agreed by mutual consent the Cabinet Secretary will stand down

The Prime Minister and Cabinet Secretary have agreed by mutual consent the Cabinet Secretary will stand down

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Sir Chris Wormald to stand down as Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service ...

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