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Weekly update from GOV.UK for: News and communications

Weekly update from GOV.​UK for:


News and communications
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Next phase of Mission-led government will put working people’s priorities first, with PM set to unveil Plan for Change: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/next-phase-of-mission-led-government-will-put-working-peoples-priorities-first-with-pm-set-to-unveil-plan-for-change?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=db673e1f-b2b1-4435-9e5d-bb2512d5a409&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister will set out ambitious milestones for change that will deliver real, tangible improvement to the lives of working people across the country in this Parliament, later this week. 

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10:30pm, 30 November 2024

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HIV and me: Alan, Daisy and Rebecca’s stories: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/hiv-and-me-alan-daisy-and-rebeccas-stories?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2a489909-839c-4acf-af5d-14b9e35a8b73&utm_content=weekly
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Alan, Daisy and Rebecca share their stories of what it’s like living with HIV and talk about how together, we can break the stigma around the disease.

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Time updated:
7:32am, 1 December 2024

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Biggest ever conversation about the NHS comes to East of England: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/biggest-ever-conversation-about-the-nhs-comes-to-east-of-england?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dc96c319-78bc-4e76-832e-27a917fbe014&utm_content=weekly
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More than 100 people from across the East of England have come together to speak about the 10 Year Health Plan and the NHS in the region

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Time updated:
10:06am, 1 December 2024

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South East of England has its say on the future of the NHS : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/south-east-of-england-has-its-say-on-the-future-of-the-nhs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d539e4ec-e428-49f0-a519-5934e32425c4&utm_content=weekly
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More than 100 people from across the South East of England have come together to speak about the 10 Year Health Plan and the NHS in the region

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1:39pm, 1 December 2024

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UK statement on developments in Syria: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-statement-on-developments-in-syria?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6aea5fc6-87cd-419f-b4ff-4df551c9e9fc&utm_content=weekly
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The UK has released a statement following developments in Syria

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Time updated:
4:14pm, 1 December 2024

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UK bolsters humanitarian funding for Gaza on Minister’s visit to the region: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-bolsters-humanitarian-funding-for-gaza-on-ministers-visit-to-the-region?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=de416e21-e0c6-45b6-ba7e-f5bba218624e&utm_content=weekly
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International community convene at Humanitarian Conference in Egypt to collaborate on boosting aid in Gaza.

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Time updated:
12:01am, 2 December 2024

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Radical action to speed up removal of unsafe cladding announced: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/radical-action-to-speed-up-removal-of-unsafe-cladding-announced?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=40211205-a90f-4c03-a6dd-41b9cf28b974&utm_content=weekly
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The government will set out tough new targets to fix unsafe buildings.

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Time updated:
9:08am, 2 December 2024

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“National security is the foundation for growth” – Defence Secretary launches new strategy to boost UK jobs and growth.: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-security-is-the-foundation-for-growth-defence-secretary-launches-new-strategy-to-boost-uk-jobs-and-growth?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=133e64b5-1489-436c-b26e-566bee8c8def&utm_content=weekly
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UK based defence firms will be prioritised for government investment under a new defence industrial strategy.

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Time updated:
9:09am, 2 December 2024

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Building remediation: letter from Deputy Prime Minister: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-remediation-letter-from-deputy-prime-minister?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4cfaf177-c2cc-4c92-985e-ae1b0b389eaa&utm_content=weekly
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The Deputy Prime Minister has written to organisations responsible for remediation with high rise, residential buildings with unsafe cladding, setting a clear expectation for work to start on site.

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Time updated:
9:58am, 2 December 2024

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Joint statement on the developments in Syria: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-on-the-developments-in-syria?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6cf96d86-7211-4e62-955c-29c210007faf&utm_content=weekly
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Joint statement from the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on the current situation in Syria.

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Time updated:
10:28am, 2 December 2024

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T Level placements reformed to open up new qualification: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/t-level-placements-reformed-to-open-up-new-qualification?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=01413e73-034a-46ae-b9ba-ed975d0cd307&utm_content=weekly
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Red tape cut with simpler, more flexible guidelines designed to boost the number of students taking T Levels.

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Time updated:
10:51am, 2 December 2024

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DVSA opening hours: Christmas and New Year: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dvsa-opening-hours-christmas-and-new-year?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=aca8ef70-321b-4c01-aca0-c83c353d4dd1&utm_content=weekly
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The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will be closed at times during Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025.

Change made:
Updated with opening hours for Christmas 2024 and New Year 2025.

Time updated:
11:06am, 2 December 2024

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Celebrating smarter working success across the public sector: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/celebrating-smarter-working-success-across-the-public-sector?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=119db866-0703-41a4-94aa-521fff9f810d&utm_content=weekly
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The Government Property Agency recently hosted the fourth Smarter Working Live Awards, celebrating outstanding smarter working across the public sector.

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Time updated:
11:19am, 2 December 2024

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Top tips for jobseekers at risk of ‘fake DBS check’ recruitment scams: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/top-tips-for-jobseekers-at-risk-of-fake-dbs-check-recruitment-scams?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2b9ac62c-2916-4732-8f13-2e7df8814c3b&utm_content=weekly
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To coincide with the launch of the Home Office Stop! Think Fraud campaign, the Disclosure & Barring Service is providing support to job seekers for a safer employment search.

Change made:
Fees have been updated following fee changes

Time updated:
11:20am, 2 December 2024

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Full steam ahead for Alice: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/full-steam-ahead-for-alice?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f78aafe6-cf57-44b6-a466-28baf3f14790&utm_content=weekly
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A narrow gauge steam train – powered by Alice – the little Welsh engine has enthralled North Wales visitors for over 50 years.

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Time updated:
12:03pm, 2 December 2024

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Annual report of the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner laid in Parliament: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/annual-report-of-the-biometrics-and-surveillance-camera-commissioner-laid-in-parliament?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ddebc898-8c76-479c-8a13-e4106ffa1f22&utm_content=weekly
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The Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner’s annual report for 2023 to 2024 has been laid in Parliament today.

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Time updated:
12:16pm, 2 December 2024

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We’re hiring – looking for scientific experts for high-profile roles: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/were-hiring-looking-for-scientific-experts-for-high-profile-roles?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2665f6cd-3104-4828-abd4-03f21d051594&utm_content=weekly
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Opportunities for scientific experts to join the government and put science advice at the heart of decision making.

Change made:
The advert for the Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has been added.

Time updated:
12:25pm, 2 December 2024

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Ministerial appointments: 2 December 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ministerial-appointments-2-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=13039483-5126-4908-aa57-b75201170d56&utm_content=weekly
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The King has been pleased to approve the following appointments.

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Time updated:
12:40pm, 2 December 2024

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Birmingham fireworks trader jailed after forging documents to pocket Covid loan and company funds: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/birmingham-fireworks-trader-jailed-after-forging-documents-to-pocket-covid-loan-and-company-funds?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ad38d115-79fb-4552-8fd0-744293cac5a6&utm_content=weekly
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Director jailed for fraud, forgery and insolvency offences

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Time updated:
12:41pm, 2 December 2024

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PM joins public sector workers to light up Downing Street for Christmas: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-joins-public-sector-workers-to-light-up-downing-street-for-christmas?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0e9903ea-56d1-4ec1-977e-491f2265e707&utm_content=weekly
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This evening the Prime Minister will join NHS workers, military personnel and members of the police to switch on the Downing Street Christmas lights (Monday 2 December).

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Time updated:
1:02pm, 2 December 2024

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Prime Minister appoints Sir Chris Wormald as new Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-appoints-sir-chris-wormald-as-new-cabinet-secretary-and-head-of-the-civil-service?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=58e4e6c9-e9dc-45d0-89ae-1bc9ec8b59ad&utm_content=weekly
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Sir Chris Wormald has been appointed to succeed Simon Case as the new Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service

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Time updated:
1:12pm, 2 December 2024

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Aiding capability decision making for the Royal Navy: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/aiding-capability-decision-making-for-the-royal-navy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=66332338-53b5-4f65-85c5-b6afd3a46be2&utm_content=weekly
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Dstl helps capability decision-making for the Royal Navy, saves money and creates wealth for the UK.

Change made:
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Time updated:
1:23pm, 2 December 2024

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Personal Injury Discount Rate – England and Wales: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/personal-injury-discount-rate-england-and-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b0b1a211-4805-48ae-807c-8467c7fdf3ed&utm_content=weekly
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The personal injury discount rate (PIDR) in England and Wales has been updated. The PIDR is used to determine damages awards to people with long-term injuries.

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Time updated:
1:24pm, 2 December 2024

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Scotland Office supports worldwide anti-violence campaign: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/scotland-office-supports-worldwide-anti-violence-campaign?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1cf7d923-df23-482c-9504-5ac03287badd&utm_content=weekly
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Secretary of State Ian Murray and Minister for Scotland Kirsty McNeill have signed the White Ribbon Pledge, to help end Violence Against Women and Girls

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Time updated:
1:37pm, 2 December 2024

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UK artists set for New Zealand royalties boost: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-artists-set-for-new-zealand-royalties-boost?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a6d30c63-54f3-4fd6-9c29-cb99b782a122&utm_content=weekly
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UK artists will earn new royalties when their works are resold in New Zealand following Free Trade Agreement.

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Time updated:
1:42pm, 2 December 2024

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Ex-boxer turned security boss convicted of obstructing regulator: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ex-boxer-turned-security-boss-convicted-of-obstructing-regulator?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=00477be5-3a1c-410d-b002-b4560fc2f871&utm_content=weekly
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A former boxer from Bradford has been fined after he failed to respond to a Security Industry Authority (SIA) investigation into an unlicensed door supervisor.

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Time updated:
2:18pm, 2 December 2024

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3 licence dodgers land fines of £360 for fishing illegally : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/3-licence-dodgers-land-fines-of-360-for-fishing-illegally?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7e1c702c-25eb-4932-ae2a-1098c45d2bbe&utm_content=weekly
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Three men from the West Midlands have been found guilty of fishing illegally in cases brought by the Environment Agency.

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Time updated:
2:57pm, 2 December 2024

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Closed notice to improve: Newham Sixth Form College: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/notice-to-improve-newham-sixth-form-college?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=662bc41f-fa60-4a42-90d6-78e2e1913f6d&utm_content=weekly
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A notice to improve issued to Newham Sixth Form College by the Department for Education.

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We have closed this notice to improve for Newham Sixth Form College.

Time updated:
3:03pm, 2 December 2024

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Defence Secretary at the London Defence Conference: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/defence-secretary-at-the-london-defence-conference?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=448645e7-8d23-4890-a032-37cdaebc73bc&utm_content=weekly
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Opening Remarks from Defence Secretary John Healey

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Time updated:
3:28pm, 2 December 2024

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IBCA Newsletter, 2 December 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ibca-newsletter-2-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5db45ad8-53f3-4c36-968e-25f891a3e200&utm_content=weekly
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Infected Blood Compensation Authority’s newsletter that was circulated on 2 December 2024

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Time updated:
3:35pm, 2 December 2024

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Opportunity to deliver HLPAS in Lancaster: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/opportunity-to-deliver-hlpas-in-lancaster?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f545120d-dd12-4c96-9e0a-f364b9dbc865&utm_content=weekly
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Opportunity to deliver Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service (HLPAS) in Lancaster from the end of November 2024.

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4:08pm, 2 December 2024

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Victims of infected blood scandal encouraged to apply to support schemes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/victims-of-infected-blood-scandal-encouraged-to-apply-to-support-schemes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6be7f2e1-9a62-43b8-9a5a-8d0cf01459bd&utm_content=weekly
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People eligible are encouraged to apply to an Infected Blood Support Scheme before 31 March 2025, to start receiving regular support payments.

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4:08pm, 2 December 2024

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1 January 2025: Update to the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) fees: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/1-january-2025-update-to-the-patent-cooperation-treaty-pct-fees?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8b65eb2f-b871-4249-930f-145769e0fa04&utm_content=weekly
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The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) fee structure will change on 1 January 2025.

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4:35pm, 2 December 2024

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The UK’s commitment to the UN Development System remains unquestionable: UK Statement at the UN Second Committee: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-uks-commitment-to-the-un-development-system-remains-unquestionable-uk-statement-at-the-un-second-committee?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5961ff38-d92b-4ac1-8c15-b5523379d806&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Shadi Fathizadeh, Head of Humanitarian, Peacebuilding and UN Funds and Programmes at the UN Second Committee on the Quadrennial Comprehensive Policy Review.

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12:00am, 27 November 2024

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Arrests for illegal working up after Home Office crack down: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/arrests-for-illegal-working-up-after-home-office-crack-down?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=638fbd4e-f246-419e-b482-66a15a5773d8&utm_content=weekly
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New data shows illegal working arrests have increased by 25% since the election.

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Time updated:
6:38pm, 2 December 2024

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Lay members appointed to the Security Vetting Appeals Panel: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lay-members-appointed-to-the-security-vetting-appeals-panel?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b0701f36-ae91-4588-b173-df8856bcada8&utm_content=weekly
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Five lay members have been appointed and will take up roles on the panel.

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8:46pm, 2 December 2024

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New plans revealed to save small firms £22,000 a year and improve access to cash: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-plans-revealed-to-save-small-firms-22000-a-year-and-improve-access-to-cash?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9ba334d2-fa93-4f70-9a89-d61896480c47&utm_content=weekly
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New Fair Payments and Disability Finance Codes launched to support SMEs

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Time updated:
12:01am, 3 December 2024

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Junk food ad ban legislation progresses to curb childhood obesity: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/junk-food-ad-ban-legislation-progresses-to-curb-childhood-obesity?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=faf935ae-1111-4ebd-940b-2f416c5c4f7d&utm_content=weekly
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Junk food ads to be banned from October 2025 with final details unveiled today.

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12:01am, 3 December 2024

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PM speech at Lord Mayor’s Banquet: 2 December 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-speech-at-lord-mayors-banquet-2-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ec5098c0-6c9d-42e7-bbfd-31a00f8905ef&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a speech on foreign policy at the Lord Mayor’s Banquet at the Guildhall, London.

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12:13am, 3 December 2024

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Turkey: British Embassy Bilateral Programme Fund: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/turkey-british-embassy-bilateral-programme-fund?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1a467a34-6267-4927-ad6c-2a428f1928d8&utm_content=weekly
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The call for bids under The British Embassy Bilateral Programme is now CLOSED

Change made:
The call is closed

Time updated:
6:42am, 3 December 2024

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UK beauty brands mark grand debut at Cosmoprof India 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-beauty-brands-mark-grand-debut-at-cosmoprof-india-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ca8c548b-1453-403a-80cb-a3a6c8133e06&utm_content=weekly
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Over a dozen UK beauty companies will be displaying at Cosmoprof India 2024, with three renowned British brands announcing new launches.

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9:15am, 3 December 2024

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UK statement on the situation in Georgia: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-statement-on-the-situation-in-georgia?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ae5dbc65-b19b-4b53-8321-43dbb16a706e&utm_content=weekly
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Minister of State for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories has condemned the excessive use of force by Georgian authorities.

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Time updated:
9:21am, 3 December 2024

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Demolition under way for new town centre development: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/demolition-under-way-for-new-town-centre-development?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e58c03a2-55bf-498a-bbaf-8b732775f028&utm_content=weekly
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Catterick’s new £21 million town centre development has taken a major step forward with demolition of existing buildings on the site now under way.

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Time updated:
9:26am, 3 December 2024

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Regulators share guidance on ‘giving with confidence’ this festive season: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/regulators-share-guidance-on-giving-with-confidence-this-festive-season?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b136d8f6-11fa-4db7-850f-3e7133a40879&utm_content=weekly
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To mark ‘Giving Tuesday’, a global day of generosity, the Fundraising Regulator, Charity Commission for England and Wales and Action Fraud join forces to remind people how to give with confidence.

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UK secures H5 influenza vaccine to boost pandemic preparedness: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-secures-h5-influenza-vaccine-to-boost-pandemic-preparedness?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7bd198d6-049e-449b-864d-147c56a1608a&utm_content=weekly
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The purchase will boost the UK’s access to vaccines for a wider range of pathogens of pandemic potential.

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CMA letter to local authorities and local transport bodies about street furniture contracts containing exclusivity clauses: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cma-letter-to-local-authorities-and-local-transport-bodies-about-street-furniture-contracts-containing-exclusivity-clauses?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dffb8a04-46ad-42f4-92dd-8fe7b7b39921&utm_content=weekly
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The Competition and Market Authority (CMA) has published an open letter for local authorities and local transport bodies about street furniture contracts containing exclusivity clauses regarding advertising.

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Latest data shows rise in lead exposure cases in children: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/latest-data-shows-rise-in-lead-exposure-cases-in-children?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b7d04b27-b3d5-464a-a7a7-c946e566ea2c&utm_content=weekly
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Children with learning or developmental difficulties are at higher risk of exposure to lead.

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Change for the Ching with new partnership river action plan: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/change-for-the-ching-with-new-partnership-river-action-plan?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6c6a6e20-20e9-49ff-8174-846a5a5dfb8f&utm_content=weekly
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New collaborative action plan sets out projects to boost wildlife & water quality. Volunteers sought for forthcoming community river restoration projects

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More than 35,000 properties protected during recent flooding: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-latest-updates-on-storm-bert?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5e660e30-1e70-4e4b-81b2-9694ce5dd956&utm_content=weekly
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Environment Agency’s message to the public remains to check their flood risk, sign up for free flood warnings and keep up to date with the latest situation

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New data show a rise in mosquito-borne infections: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-data-show-a-rise-in-mosquito-borne-infections?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7b7a2de1-7266-44ad-9a05-e415e497924d&utm_content=weekly
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UKHSA urges travellers heading abroad to protect against mosquito borne infections

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New Sanctions under Domestic Counter-Terrorism Regulations: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-sanctions-under-domestic-counter-terrorism-regulations?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2ca0cbee-88fb-47b8-9273-1ba76b35f905&utm_content=weekly
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Action represents first use of the Treasury-led domestic counter terrorism financial sanctions regime targeting Northern Ireland related terrorism.

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UK Sea Fisheries Statistics Update: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-sea-fisheries-statistics-update?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=40bbe6ec-2b57-483a-829e-bab12afd1ad1&utm_content=weekly
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The Marine Management Organisation has voluntarily suspended the accredited official statistics status of the Sea Fisheries Statistics.

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Insolvency Service attends IPA Personal Insolvency Conference 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/insolvency-service-attends-ipa-personal-insolvency-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=49938f31-dcb5-4ffd-9d16-7f8fc077599b&utm_content=weekly
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Attending the IPA’s personal insolvency conference, the Insolvency Service set out its continuing work with regulators to improve support for people with debt.

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‘Dormant’ travel agency shut down after claiming turnover of £1.8 million: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dormant-travel-agency-shut-down-after-claiming-turnover-of-18-million?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=10f9129c-9f03-47cf-b8ea-a203fd7104bd&utm_content=weekly
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Connected company which ripped off holidaymakers was closed this summer

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PM meeting with Prime Minister Mitsotakis of Greece: 3 December 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-meeting-with-prime-minister-mitsotakis-of-greece-3-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9c732468-de40-4c0f-bb6c-f211ad1cdbae&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister welcomed the Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis to Downing Street.

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UK Statement at the UNHCR Pledging Conference 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/uk-statement-at-the-unhcr-pledging-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=044dd8cb-a523-433d-a99e-de81985001ad&utm_content=weekly
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Statement delivered by the UK’s Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley, at the UN Refugee Agency’s Pledging Conference.

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UK and Qatar double joint humanitarian funding to £79.4 million to tackle crises around the world: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-qatar-double-joint-humanitarian-funding-to-794-million-to-tackle-crises-around-the-world?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=682d31d4-1011-49ff-b813-0386c653d0ab&utm_content=weekly
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The UK and Qatar have committed to double their joint funding of projects to tackle humanitarian and development crises around the world.

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International Criminal Court Assembly of States Parties 2024: FCDO Director General Legal’s statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/international-criminal-court-assembly-of-states-parties-2024-fcdo-director-general-legals-statement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=eacdfc15-dbd2-4b30-b3d2-1ea20e6360e6&utm_content=weekly
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FCDO Director General Legal Sally Langrish gave a statement on behalf of the UK at the session of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute on 3 December 2024.

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Huge boost for high streets as councils get new powers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/huge-boost-for-high-streets-as-councils-get-new-powers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5fdc98e5-6cf0-44bc-b259-1dadab60c35e&utm_content=weekly
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Legal changes empower councils to auction off leases for long-term empty lots 

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Record number of civil servants attend Parliament Week events: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/record-number-of-civil-servants-attend-parliament-week-events?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ae87b90d-c244-4ad2-a143-cdcb4f70cd73&utm_content=weekly
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This year’s programme attracts biggest number of participants to date.

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UKEF partners with business group to support female entrepreneurs: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ukef-partners-with-business-group-to-support-female-entrepreneurs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5ee3f9be-20cc-4984-9bbc-dd8cdc01ddb3&utm_content=weekly
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New partnership with Derbyshire-based business helps more women-owned businesses access financing support.

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Recovered appeal: land adjacent to HMP Garth and HMP Wymott, Leyland, Lancashire (ref: 3295556 – 3 December 2024): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/recovered-appeal-land-adjacent-to-hmp-garth-and-hmp-wymott-leyland-lancashire-ref-3295556-3-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7d9a2988-5af5-4d2c-b4f1-aa5ef57bd12c&utm_content=weekly
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Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a recovered appeal application.

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Victims to be given more protection in stalking crackdown: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/victims-to-be-given-more-protection-in-stalking-crackdown?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=354c4e9c-65ba-4bfd-a9cf-6697970e277d&utm_content=weekly
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Stalking victims will be better protected under a raft of new measures unveiled by the Home Office.

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Updated to clarify what the further measures are, including defining stalking, national standards, and the publication of data.

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Changes to Fees for Police Station and Youth Court Work: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/changes-to-fees-for-police-station-and-youth-court-work?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=22744ed4-f791-4380-bf3d-c62efdab61e6&utm_content=weekly
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Legislation comes into force on Friday 6 December which introduces some increases to fees for work done in the youth court and police station.

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Baroness Chapman Canning House Speech: 3 December 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/baroness-chapman-canning-house-speech-3-december-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=72dc3f23-5370-4032-8d39-18fd3cc754b5&utm_content=weekly
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Baroness Chapman delivered a speech at the launch event for Canning House’s LATAM Outlook 2025

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Sellafield partnership listed in UK’s most inclusive employers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sellafield-partnership-listed-in-uks-most-inclusive-employers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c0789fce-1d65-446a-bacb-80b96d44423b&utm_content=weekly
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The Programme and Project Partners at Sellafield has been listed as one of the UK’s top inclusive employers.

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We must all do more to tackle conflict-related sexual violence: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-must-all-do-more-to-tackle-conflict-related-sexual-violence-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=83eaac16-c3b6-441f-ac92-c8e953fd14fd&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Women, Peace and Security.

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Welsh Secretary kick-starts drive for ‘new era of prosperity and growth for Wales’: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/welsh-secretary-kick-starts-drive-for-new-era-of-prosperity-and-growth-for-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8fc89e1d-423b-4e44-9ab5-63eaf48c599c&utm_content=weekly
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The Welsh Economic Growth Advisory Group will drive growth, shape UK industrial strategy, and make Britain a clean energy superpower.

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British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference Joint Communiqué: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-irish-intergovernmental-conference-joint-communique?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=001c6153-e10a-48d1-b608-2868cf1b75a0&utm_content=weekly
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Today the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn MP, and the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Fleur Anderson MP, attended the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference in Dublin.

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Transport Minister visits Brighton to see UK’s most accessible buses for international day of people with disabilities: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/transport-minister-visits-brighton-to-see-uks-most-accessible-buses-for-international-day-of-people-with-disabilities?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=205e9ee0-b804-4011-a361-977c39e85b39&utm_content=weekly
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DfT wants to build a transport system that works for everyone: Brighton and Hove are leading the way to make this a reality for bus passengers.

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UK statement in response to events in South Korea, 3 December: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-statement-in-response-to-events-in-south-korea-3-december?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b6dfe415-c896-4e64-905a-f8780cd74abc&utm_content=weekly
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Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Catherine West, has issued a statement in response to today’s events in South Korea.

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UK project supports girls in vulnerable conditions: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-project-supports-girls-in-vulnerable-conditions?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=af7c3b08-6ecb-4948-9cf3-fa3cb853cc9e&utm_content=weekly
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British Ambassador to Guatemala, Juliana Correa, met with women and girls who are improving their lives with the help of a UK funded project.

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Only a Syrian-led political solution will resolve this conflict: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/only-a-syrian-led-political-solution-will-resolve-this-conflict-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=73618b09-afd2-4cf3-983c-12e7a1fdff47&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.

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No tax changes for online sellers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/no-tax-changes-for-online-sellers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=410416e7-9f83-4fd0-a5f1-f8b17c2fba5f&utm_content=weekly
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There are no new tax obligations for people selling services or unwanted items online as platforms start sharing sales data with HMRC from January 2025.

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First train services to return to public ownership revealed: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/first-train-services-to-return-to-public-ownership-revealed?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1d3be298-8025-4a89-b59b-2e953baf66ef&utm_content=weekly
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Services across England will return to public control, transforming our railways into a more reliable, affordable and accessible system.

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Groundbreaking UK-Qatar climate technology partnership agreed: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/groundbreaking-uk-qatar-climate-technology-partnership-agreed?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5a18c58b-7635-4979-b99e-25db8d4cea97&utm_content=weekly
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The UK’s status as a clean energy superpower has received a further boost as a landmark agreement with Qatar reaches a significant milestone, solidifying £1 billion of investment in climate technology.

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UK-funded trade innovation praised for driving regional growth: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-funded-trade-innovation-praised-for-driving-regional-growth?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=