Weekly update from GOV.UK for: News and communications

Weekly update from GOV.​UK for:


News and communications
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Prime Minister blocks hundreds more criminals from sentencing changes  : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-blocks-hundreds-more-criminals-from-sentencing-changes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=26398778-33b4-479d-9a60-056bd604af0d&utm_content=weekly
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Unlawful killing and historic child sex offences will be blocked from upcoming changes to prison sentences after the Prime Minister ordered more serious offenders to be kept behind bars for longer.   

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6:53am, 30 August 2026

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£100 million competition to back British AI companies to fix public services: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/100-million-competition-to-back-british-ai-companies-to-fix-public-services?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9be839a2-395d-4da9-9477-7b54e6837d52&utm_content=weekly
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£100 million fund competition will help promising British AI start-ups start in the UK and tackle some of society’s biggest challenges.

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10:25am, 31 August 2026

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Nepal-China floods: what you can do to help: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nepal-china-floods-what-you-can-do-to-help?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6f9725c9-1be1-4038-af87-8495f5c5bc7d&utm_content=weekly
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Information on how you can support people affected by the floods and mudslide on the Nepal-China border.

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12:41pm, 31 August 2026

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UK names Canadian winners of prestigious Chevening Scholarship: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-names-canadian-winners-of-prestigious-chevening-scholarship?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=336c771e-f40e-43b5-835e-17beb725bb80&utm_content=weekly
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The 2026 awards to provide four Canadians with fully-funded postgraduate study in the United Kingdom and access to Chevening’s international leadership network.

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7:31pm, 31 August 2026

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UK leads way in disrupting shadowy Russian sanctions evasion network: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-leads-way-in-disrupting-shadowy-russian-sanctions-evasion-network?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=80f416a1-6655-4516-9c1e-35a25c53a9e8&utm_content=weekly
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Chancellor calls on allies to step up their pressure on Russia and sets out new action to stop Putin evading sanctions to fund his illegal war.

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10:58pm, 31 August 2026

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FSA SAC recruitment: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fsa-sac-recruitment?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c245b905-84a1-49a0-b9e7-487a350437a2&utm_content=weekly
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Help shape the future of food safety in the UK. Join the FSA’s Scientific Advisory Committees and Science Council and contribute to evidence-based decision making.

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11:59pm, 31 August 2026

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UK secures full access to £13 trillion CPTPP trading bloc: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-secures-full-access-to-13-trillion-cptpp-trading-bloc?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6ece1fb5-bf72-49fd-af3a-d5bf3a0ff424&utm_content=weekly
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As of Tuesday 1 September, UK businesses now have full access to the £13 trillion CPTPP trading bloc.

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12:01am, 1 September 2026

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Upfront help cuts placement costs for healthcare students: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/upfront-help-cuts-placement-costs-for-healthcare-students?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=136cd6c0-a72a-4e64-9ba0-8ca65ce0daf3&utm_content=weekly
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From 2026/27, eligible healthcare students can get travel and accommodation costs upfront, easing financial pressure and supporting rural placements.

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12:05am, 1 September 2026

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Students urged to ‘stop and think before you click’ as student finance payments begin: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/students-urged-to-stop-and-think-before-you-click-as-student-finance-payments-begin?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=552f26c2-33af-4f9e-b635-155c6bff53f3&utm_content=weekly
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The Student Loans Company (SLC) is reminding students to be alert to scams as maintenance loan payments begin for the 2026/27 academic year.

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9:28am, 1 September 2026

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Breathing space for families as government eases school costs: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/breathing-space-for-families-as-government-eases-school-costs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=588a9330-9bcb-4d14-92bb-dea76f8a148d&utm_content=weekly
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Families to save up to £1,200 a year from free school meals, free breakfast clubs and cheaper uniforms.

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9:30am, 1 September 2026

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Funding accelerated to turbocharge prison building across country: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/funding-accelerated-to-turbocharge-prison-building-across-country?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=07c91d68-1af0-4e66-b81f-930a6d2cd766&utm_content=weekly
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The largest prison building programme since the Victorian era will be accelerated through a £110m investment announced by the Lord Chancellor Alex Norris today (1 September).

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9:53am, 1 September 2026

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NATO Submarine Rescue System conducts Exercise Flying Fish: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nato-submarine-rescue-system-conducts-exercise-flying-fish?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6739cd52-121d-41b4-962f-ec18dd81c874&utm_content=weekly
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The NATO submarine rescue system tests global RAF airlift capability in major exercise, keeping UK, France and Norway crews emergency ready.

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9:55am, 1 September 2026

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Grenfell Tower: community update September 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grenfell-tower-community-update-september-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b43a403f-12b7-477b-8d26-0a48340b3535&utm_content=weekly
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An update on work to carefully take down Grenfell Tower, including dust, noise and vibration monitoring reports.

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10:00am, 1 September 2026

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MHRA concludes review of Avacopan Vifor following reassessment of benefit-risk balance: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-concludes-review-of-avacopan-vifor-following-reassessment-of-benefit-risk-balance?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7533883c-7ed1-4321-ac40-451d1d99d2ae&utm_content=weekly
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Avacopan Vifor is used in the treatment of some rare autoimmune diseases affecting small blood vessels. 

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10:25am, 1 September 2026

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Objections to company strike off to be submitted online only from 1 December 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/objections-to-company-strike-off-to-be-submitted-online-only-from-1-december-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=28ac50c9-8b32-4dcd-b775-52608307e586&utm_content=weekly
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Objections to limited companies being struck off the Companies House register will need to be submitted through our online service only. We will no longer accept objections by email.

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10:30am, 1 September 2026

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MHRA regulatory reform amendments tabled in Government’s Health Bill: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-regulatory-reform-amendments-tabled-in-governments-health-bill?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=385974c9-3954-4818-9e38-e6330a2abf25&utm_content=weekly
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Proposed amendments to support information sharing, regulatory reform and the future development of a medical device licensing regime.

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11:11am, 1 September 2026

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Political party spending limits: independent assessment (29 August 2026): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/political-party-spending-limits-independent-assessment-29-august-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0a74d4c2-9d2a-4ef6-ba08-a3134d140013&utm_content=weekly
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Correspondence from the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, and the First Secretary of State, to the Electoral Commission regarding an independent assessment of political party spending limits.

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12:05pm, 1 September 2026

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New ‘Freelance Champions’ to put creative workers at the heart of Government’s policy-making: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-freelance-champions-to-put-creative-workers-at-the-heart-of-governments-policy-making?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=25cd2404-f90d-4771-8515-bdba4f876d99&utm_content=weekly
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Leila D’Aronville and Lizzie Crump have been appointed as the Government’s Freelance Champions

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12:10pm, 1 September 2026

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Solensia 7 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cats – SPC change: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/solensia-7-mgml-solution-for-injection-for-cats-spc-change--2?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=42507953-aa5b-4628-b1d7-a1b869617f4d&utm_content=weekly
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Change to the information provided on adverse events in the Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC).

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1:18pm, 1 September 2026

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One month until Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme start: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/one-month-until-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme-start?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=33f2ee27-6818-4e73-965a-8931f75b8f94&utm_content=weekly
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Businesses reminded to prepare for Vaping Duty and Stamps Scheme

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2:02pm, 1 September 2026

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12 new experts to join the CMA’s inquiry panel: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/12-new-experts-to-join-the-cmas-inquiry-panel?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=21f2ff53-cf05-46e3-b493-57cf4c4b3909&utm_content=weekly
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New members bring wide-ranging expertise to support the CMA’s independent work.

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2:03pm, 1 September 2026

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£13m to turn cutting-edge research into real-world, farming solutions: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/13m-to-turn-cutting-edge-research-into-real-world-farming-solutions?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4780b0e7-4d80-4c38-ba8a-5097c602bbd3&utm_content=weekly
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Funding will help turn cutting-edge research into practical tools for farmers, from vaccines that protect pigs from disease to technology that tackles pests and boosts crop yields

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2:15pm, 1 September 2026

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Secretary of State Orders Independent Judge-led Review of Parades Commission: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/secretary-of-state-orders-independent-judge-led-review-of-parades-commission?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1a20e6c3-d5eb-44d3-9b09-7c10d2e3b8ec&utm_content=weekly
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The Secretary of State has today ordered an independent judge-led review of the decision-making procedures of the Parades Commission.

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2:17pm, 1 September 2026

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Join the DBS Annual Conference 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/join-the-dbs-annual-conference-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f59d6458-8b57-4c20-8d62-50010560987e&utm_content=weekly
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Registration is now open for the DBS Annual Conference 2026, taking place on 6 and 7 October.

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3:06pm, 1 September 2026

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PM accelerates roll out of police rape and sexual offence teams: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-accelerates-roll-out-of-police-rape-and-sexual-offence-teams?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0d136107-edc0-432d-8677-0c756edc3bbb&utm_content=weekly
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Deadline for police forces to have specialist teams in place brought forward by 18 months.

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Added a quote from Alexis Bowater OBE.

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3:15pm, 1 September 2026

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Loved ones of asbestos and dust-disease victims to receive fairer compensation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/loved-ones-of-asbestos-and-dust-disease-victims-to-receive-fairer-compensation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=abbf7add-cd77-43be-969e-bffad1b137f8&utm_content=weekly
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Families who have lost loved ones to asbestos and other dust-related diseases will get higher compensation payouts, as part of the Government’s effort to support bereaved families.

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3:37pm, 1 September 2026

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Certification Officer: forthcoming hearings: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/certification-officer-forthcoming-hearings?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a3a4938c-b030-448e-8a2a-bbd9209f5a86&utm_content=weekly
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Cases due to be heard by the Certification Officer.

Change made:
New Hearing listed:Bates, Floyd, Managan v TSSA: 2-4 February 2027Hughes v Prospect: 25 March 2027

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4:14pm, 1 September 2026

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Russia’s actions do not change Ukraine’s sovereignty, nor rewrite her borders: UK statement at the UN General Assembly: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/russias-actions-do-not-change-ukraines-sovereignty-nor-rewrite-her-borders-uk-statement-at-the-un-general-assembly?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6c60cdd3-a879-4e53-9c57-713065046219&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador Sarah MacIntosh, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN General Assembly meeting on Ukraine.

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5:02pm, 1 September 2026

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Government, police and music industry unite to tackle VAWG: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-police-and-music-industry-unite-to-tackle-vawg?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=142520a7-fbf4-41a8-b8c0-e4c21a01fbac&utm_content=weekly
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Flagship ENOUGH campaign headed to Reading and Leeds Festivals, as part of major partnership with Festival Republic.

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5:08pm, 1 September 2026

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s statement in response to the German attribution: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-andy-burnhams-statement-in-response-to-the-german-attribution?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9215349f-abd4-4d19-8633-6b606f2d8780&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s statement in response to the German attribution.

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5:17pm, 1 September 2026

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PM statement to the House of Commons: 1 September 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-statement-to-the-house-of-commons-1-september-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9b1bf82c-bf4f-4a36-a0c2-a7d572ed0592&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s statement to the House of Commons.

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5:36pm, 1 September 2026

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Three Hundreds of Chiltern: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/three-hundreds-of-chiltern--4?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d8dcb62d-2deb-4fb4-b1ef-4043047c66e5&utm_content=weekly
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The Chancellor of the Exchequer has this day appointed Sir Keir Starmer to be Steward and Bailiff of the Three Hundreds of Chiltern.

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7:28pm, 1 September 2026

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UK accelerates support for efforts to stop Ebola outbreak at source: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-accelerates-support-for-efforts-to-stop-ebola-outbreak-at-source?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=56bf5d51-f132-4388-8cdb-a0ea45261a83&utm_content=weekly
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Thousands of vulnerable people will be supported by a new package of UK funding

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9:21pm, 1 September 2026

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Forests are part of the identity of Solomon Islanders, says High Commissioner Turner: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/forests-are-part-of-the-identity-of-solomon-islanders-says-high-commissioner-turner?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a00964ae-3cb4-471b-8b54-72d94dc08bf2&utm_content=weekly
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UK government’s newly launched project ‘RISE’ will support stronger governance and community leadership in Solomon Islands’ forestry management.

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6:31am, 2 September 2026

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British High Commission Honiara welcomes home Team Solomons from Commonwealth Games: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-high-commission-honiara-welcomes-home-team-solomons-from-commonwealth-games?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=54ac06ef-a200-4466-a118-b86a1be95a6d&utm_content=weekly
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British High Commissioner, Paul Turner, hosted athletes and officials of Team Solomons for afternoon tea in recognition of their participation in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, last month.

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6:31am, 2 September 2026

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YJB response to the Government’s prison capacity plans: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/yjb-response-to-the-governments-prison-capacity-plans?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b730ddb3-4998-4842-85a1-7e889edad673&utm_content=weekly
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The YJB response to the Government’s announcement that it will increase the number of 18-years-olds in the secure estate for children.

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9:12am, 2 September 2026

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Rogue waste gangs exposed as heat maps reveal England’s illegal dumping hotspots: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rogue-waste-gangs-exposed-as-heat-maps-reveal-englands-illegal-dumping-hotspots?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=56485a2d-6f87-4824-87e7-242440dad9a2&utm_content=weekly
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New Environment Agency heat maps show where suspected waste crime is being reported, helping identify hotspots and target enforcement activity.

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9:49am, 2 September 2026

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£10 Million Hospitality Grant Scheme launches in boost for independent pubs, restaurants and cafes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/10-million-hospitality-grant-scheme-launches-in-boost-for-independent-pubs-restaurants-and-cafes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cb9cb86f-0cf3-4185-b1c9-eb35600971ad&utm_content=weekly
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Village pubs, family-run restaurants, and cafés receive a boost as a new £10 million three-year Hospitality Grant Scheme has launched for applications.

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10:31am, 2 September 2026

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Joint Leaders’ Statement on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan: 20 August 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-from-the-leaders-of-the-united-kingdom-france-germany-italy-the-netherlands-canada-and-norway-on-the-e1-west-bank-settlement-plan?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5f1ce3ae-0b82-4430-ac71-9bb94df1a86f&utm_content=weekly
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Joint Statement from the Leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the European Commission, the Netherlands, Canada, Norway, Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Austria, Greece, Cyprus, Finland, Iceland, Lithuania, Malta, Denmark, Ireland and Slovakia on the E1 West Bank Settlement Plan.

Change made:
Slovakia added as a signatory

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10:54am, 2 September 2026

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How to submit applications and complaints to the CAC: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/applications-and-complaints?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=55a376c1-a959-440c-a5fc-9b6fd435b6ff&utm_content=weekly
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The submission of applications and complaints to the CAC.

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News Article.

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11:02am, 2 September 2026

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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: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/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-exhibi?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0567cd9c-e967-4318-af3f-50a6d31d8e45&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham joins Their Majesties The King and Queen, and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron to visit the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition at the British Museum.

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Prime Minister puts public control, community regeneration and cost-of-living at the heart of plans to ‘rewire Britain’: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-puts-public-control-community-regeneration-and-cost-of-living-at-the-heart-of-plans-to-rewire-britain?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6fa713f8-132f-4f18-921c-d4ed85567239&utm_content=weekly
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Three new cross-government taskforces are being launched in the new Office of the Prime Minister & Cabinet, tackling systemic issues like the cost of living and public control of essentials and supporting local communities.

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DfE Update 2 September 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dfe-update-2-september-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1f10103d-223f-49f7-ba64-30b5817dffc0&utm_content=weekly
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Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers.

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Environment Agency invites boating community views on waterways: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/environment-agency-invites-boating-community-views-on-waterways?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=eb4cedb7-a74a-45c3-b39f-50ea00205fdd&utm_content=weekly
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New National Navigation Strategy out for consultation. Developed with staff and representatives from stakeholder groups. Views sought before 21 October.

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PLATO (PLAnetary Transits and Oscillations of stars): https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/plato-planetary-transits-and-oscillations-of-stars?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b45b3439-09fd-415a-9224-0b188cd5eff2&utm_content=weekly
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PLAnetary Transits and Oscillations of stars (PLATO) is the third medium-class mission in ESA’s Cosmic Vision programme.

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ENRC litigation concluded: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/enrc-litigation-concluded?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a1e608c4-46df-4eab-9aa8-3833f19ee169&utm_content=weekly
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A confidential out of court settlement has been reached in a long-running civil case

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Taking flight: UKDI funds military-grade powered paraglider: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/taking-flight-ukdi-funds-military-grade-powered-paraglider?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2767b5af-c0e9-4491-97b7-1e971f41f91c&utm_content=weekly
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Wiltshire-based start-up, Blakcro, used UKDI funding to develop defence grade powered paraglider systems – giving troops a discreet, agile and independent air mobility capability

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Preparing for Payment: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/preparing-for-payment?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b2823229-8f22-4669-8c7a-c7e7c5f89608&utm_content=weekly
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Everything you need to know about your student finance payment by Jackie Currie, Executive Director, Customer

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MHRA and Manchester NHS partner on health innovation sandbox: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-and-manchester-nhs-partner-on-health-innovation-sandbox?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c8f26845-7ad6-4a31-94bb-d7e35b899f18&utm_content=weekly
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New partnership will safely test promising new technologies, including AI, benefitting patients sooner and building evidence for use across the NHS.

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Millions to be invested in next generation of legal talent: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/millions-to-be-invested-in-next-generation-of-legal-talent?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9084402a-b10a-487e-8617-45f7fbf3ec21&utm_content=weekly
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Britain’s brightest aspiring lawyers are to benefit from an ambitious new scheme designed to help train the next generation of criminal barristers.

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UK-backed programme supports sustainable livestock farming in Honduras: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-backed-programme-supports-sustainable-livestock-farming-in-honduras?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2f396ad0-c771-4a13-960f-eba7ddc8b166&utm_content=weekly
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The UK-funded Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) is helping livestock producers in Honduras access green finance and adopt more sustainable farming practices.

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‘Working alongside Europe is the key to driving a stronger Britain’- Burnham: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/working-alongsideeurope-is-the-key-todriving-a-stronger-britain-burnham?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b9e37a17-646d-4bc2-ba75-869320009855&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister will host President Macron in Downing Street today (Thursday 3 September) to discuss shared challenges facing both countries.

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LGBT veterans have 100 days left to apply for financial recognition: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lgbt-veterans-have-100-days-left-to-apply-for-financial-recognition?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=50a050ee-29af-4623-bdbb-588ea6480b74&utm_content=weekly
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LGBT veterans can apply for restorative measures, including financial recognition payments of up to £70,000.

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Maritime heroes honoured for inspiring the next generation of seafarers and supporting communities at sea: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/maritime-heroes-honoured-for-inspiring-the-next-generation-of-seafarers-and-supporting-communities-at-sea?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=235443b0-0507-4452-8372-367d787ca601&utm_content=weekly
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The 2026 winners of the Merchant Navy Medal represent the very best of the UK’s maritime sector, demonstrating exceptional service, dedication and leadership.

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“Short-changing staff isn’t a shortcut to success” – Nearly 660 employers announced as failing to pay the minimum wage: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/short-changing-staff-isnt-a-shortcut-to-success-nearly-660-employers-announced-as-failing-to-pay-the-minimum-wage?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ee78854e-c63b-4d46-ab2a-b3d66997bde8&utm_content=weekly
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Around £4 million has been repaid to 27,000 workers.

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CDLS Industry Commendations 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cdls-industry-commendations-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=127baf39-e63f-4944-ad6e-485ed30d80c6&utm_content=weekly
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The Chief of Defence Logistics and Support (CDLS) has announced the names of the individuals and teams recognised in the CDLS Industry Commendations 2026.

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RSH publishes its quarterly survey for Q1 April to June 2026: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rsh-publishes-its-quarterly-survey-for-q1-april-to-june-2026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c57df180-def2-433f-8689-0b970ef50c13&utm_content=weekly
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The quarterly survey report is based on responses from private registered providers of social housing who own or manage more than 1,000 homes

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​​Direction under the Building Act 1984 for fibre optic cabling in non-HRBs, Circular 03/2026​: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/direction-under-the-building-act-1984-for-fibre-optic-cabling-in-non-hrbs-circular-032026?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9ebb3a8b-f9de-4148-ad11-75270fa14b5a&utm_content=weekly
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​​​This circular draws attention to the publication of an updated type relaxation direction for installing fibre optic cabling in non-higher-risk buildings.

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AAIB Report: Boeing 747-433, G-ONEE: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/aaib-report-boeing-747-433-g-onee?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4f862c5c-4230-4e4d-a4af-14319146594a&utm_content=weekly
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Boeing 747-433 (G-ONEE), water ingress leading to loss of two AC buses, and ice leading to unreliable airspeed, after departure from London Heathrow Airport, 8 February 2024

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Salmonella outbreak update: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/salmonella-outbreak-update?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=28c98353-d545-463f-8cfb-0dfad39e4178&utm_content=weekly
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UKHSA, alongside the Food Standards Agency and other public health partners, continues to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella in the UK.

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AI sleep data could provide one-week early warning of flu and COVID-19: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ai-sleep-data-could-provide-one-week-early-warning-of-flu-and-covid-19?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=caf0b1d3-87a9-49c4-a8f1-d6734caa6010&utm_content=weekly
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UKHSA study finds sleep app cough data can detect respiratory illness and signal outbreaks early.

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VMD updates guidance on QR codes for veterinary medicinal product packaging: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/vmd-updates-guidance-on-qr-codes-for-veterinary-medicinal-product-packaging?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c7061b49-fe1f-4401-a260-64d1cd93b92f&utm_content=weekly
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QR codes on packaging will allow public access to additional educational and instructional material, supporting product users with extra guidance.

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Fast-paced funding for force-protection innovation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fast-paced-funding-for-force-protection-innovation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a1358125-d1d9-4181-bdf2-da9f91d9a18a&utm_content=weekly
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UKDI seeks counter-Uncrewed Aerial System capabilities for development to deployment

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Invasive mosquito species detected in east London: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/invasive-mosquito-species-detected-in-east-london?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=57094deb-c969-492d-9b2c-4207e13ac134&utm_content=weekly
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UKHSA finds invasive Aedes aegypti breeding in east London, prompting enhanced surveillance.

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Military recruitment and retention continues to improve as new statistics show yearlong improvement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/military-recruitment-and-retention-continues-to-improve-as-new-statistics-show-yearlong-improvement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=664442ef-c7da-4cad-9ce8-b45f30ed13bd&utm_content=weekly
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More people joined the Regular Armed Forces than left for the fourth consecutive quarter, the longest such run since 2021.

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Trustee appointed to the National Lottery Heritage Fund Board: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/trustee-appointed-to-the-national-lottery-heritage-fund-board--2?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=70e6d8ca-b6f9-4d0c-a441-1c0695ec303c&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister has appointed Ian Bancroft as the Trustee and Chair of the Wales Committee to the National Lottery Heritage Fund board.

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SLC’s Annual Business Plan 2026-27: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/slcs-annual-business-plan-2026-27?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dbc9bc84-3144-40d0-82c3-bf4c8b3ce8ed&utm_content=weekly
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CEO Chris Larmer introduces the priorities for the year ahead

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UK summons Russian Chargé d’Affaires after reckless attack on Leipzig airport: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-summons-russian-charge-daffaires-after-reckless-attack-on-leipzig-airport?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8616eb1b-5bf7-45df-a5d0-3740357094a2&utm_content=weekly
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The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has summoned the Russian Charge D’affaires to condemn the recent drone attack in the strongest terms.

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Prison for directors behind £70 million investment fraud: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prison-for-directors-behind-70-million-investment-fraud?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8e7b7ded-f057-4f17-8ad3-1d95f05ea876&utm_content=weekly
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Former directors sentenced for defrauding 3,000 people.

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YJB response to the PAVA rollout extension: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/yjb-response-to-the-pava-rollout-extension?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5c8233bb-7e15-4d13-9b72-23321e2d51ba&utm_content=weekly
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The YJB’s response to the Ministry of Justice’s announcement that the rollout of PAVA (synthetic pepper spray) at Young Offender Institutions that hold children has been extended.

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Investment boost for climate action and forest protection: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/investment-boost-for-climate-action-and-forest-protection?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e915b4b3-90a1-4394-bab1-1a42aea4f8af&utm_content=weekly
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The UK has announced its intention to invest £400 million into the Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF).

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Builder pays £201,500 to charities after silting watercourses: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/builder-pays-201500-to-charities-after-silting-watercourses?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=846c25ac-09ad-454e-a0a6-063fb26c91ea&utm_content=weekly
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The Environment Agency has secured a six-figure sum for environmental causes from a national house builder after silt was jetted into watercourses.

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Key milestone reached for future Navy support ship as names of sister ships announced: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/key-milestone-reached-for-future-navy-support-ship-as-names-of-sister-ships-announced?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=77584304-449d-4420-ad08-76a0491aa29d&utm_content=weekly
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RFA Resurgent’s keel laying ceremony took place at Navantia UK’s Appledore shipyard today, as her sister ships’ names, RFA Reliant and RFA Resourceful, were revealed during the ceremony.

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£52 million released to Scotland’s regional leaders: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/52-million-released-to-scotlands-regional-leaders?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=438d74bf-8c3e-4927-aaae-9f95e3e5b55c&utm_content=weekly
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Part of the UK Government’s commitment to empowering local communities to create jobs and growth by spreading power throughout the country

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Gail Boyle reappointed to the Treasure Valuation Committee: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/gail-boyle-reappointed-to-the-treasure-valuation-committee?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8695d40a-b44d-4207-95ad-5e32ca29a348&utm_content=weekly
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The Secretary of State has reappointed Gail Boyle as a Member of the Treasure Valuation Committee from 30 March 2023 until 29 March 2028.

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