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PM call with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel: 19 October 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-call-with-prime-minister-netanyahu-of-israel-19-october-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=368c7727-a06a-4910-88ef-e90d88208d39&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister spoke to Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu this afternoon.

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Global Combat Air Programme update: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/global-combat-air-programme-update?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=53b80390-f213-406d-bb8b-4ca1cf1fd0fd&utm_content=weekly
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Defence Secretary John Healey attended the G7 Defence Ministers summit in Naples where he discussed progress on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

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Imagery was updated

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4:21am, 20 October 2024

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Transport Secretary announces urgent action to get a grip on spiralling HS2 costs : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/transport-secretary-announces-urgent-action-to-get-a-grip-on-spiralling-hs2-costs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=afd18d37-2650-4b72-85bc-ae9a8c48fcbe&utm_content=weekly
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Today’s announcement marks the latest step in the Transport Secretary’s mission to overhaul the railways, ensuring infrastructure works for the whole country.

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8:00am, 20 October 2024

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New air defence laser engages multiple missiles at once  : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-air-defence-laser-engages-multiple-missiles-at-once?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6fdbb7d7-ef1c-43a9-ae7d-ca7e56bb9394&utm_content=weekly
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RAF pilots are one step closer to being equipped with a cutting-edge air-protection laser self-protection system, following 100% successful live-fire trials.

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9:00am, 20 October 2024

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Green growth and security to underpin UK relationships with Indonesia and South Korea: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/green-growth-and-security-to-underpin-uk-relationships-with-indonesia-and-south-korea?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c953ab48-a763-4fe5-bf72-53e0461bee93&utm_content=weekly
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Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits Indonesia and South Korea.

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6:06pm, 20 October 2024

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Government issues rallying cry to the nation to help fix NHS: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-issues-rallying-cry-to-the-nation-to-help-fix-nhs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c2ef76b1-d3e4-4fed-b454-5b9482b26d62&utm_content=weekly
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Members of the public as well as NHS staff and experts will be invited to share their experiences views and ideas for fixing the NHS

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12:01am, 21 October 2024

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Special Representative for Nature appointed in landmark first: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/special-representative-for-nature-appointed-in-landmark-first?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c5ca5977-e476-43f8-bc99-d0a00d57723f&utm_content=weekly
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Ruth Davis has been appointed the first UK’s Special Representative for Nature.

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12:05am, 21 October 2024

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‘Helpful insight’ into issues of static fishing gear and safety tips: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/helpful-insight-into-issues-of-static-fishing-gear-and-safety-tips?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=183613b4-f236-4fcf-ada2-5850fc86011c&utm_content=weekly
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Hazards relating to poorly marked equipment, and consideration of how these can be avoided, feature in a new report and safety leaflet for fishers.

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7:00am, 21 October 2024

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Independent Assessor of Compensation for Miscarriages of Justice reappointed: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/independent-assessor-of-compensation-for-miscarriages-of-justice-reappointed?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3f103735-6e49-4e9f-b028-5162ebd694ff&utm_content=weekly
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The Secretary of State for Justice has appointed Sir Robin Spencer as Independent Assessor of Compensation for Miscarriages of Justice for a term of 5 years from May 2024, in succession to Dame Linda Dobbs DBE.

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9:20am, 21 October 2024

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Richard Judge appointed new Chair of the VCA: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/richard-judge-appointed-new-chair-of-the-vca?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e7ecadce-a83c-46e5-9d37-16fd0b9bb842&utm_content=weekly
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New Chair has a strong track record of leading organisational transformation while embracing innovation and collaboration.

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9:30am, 21 October 2024

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Eight-year ban for director of home improvements firm which failed to complete more than £300,000 of building work: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/eight-year-ban-for-director-of-home-improvements-firm-which-failed-to-complete-more-than-300000-of-building-work?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=21ba5fb0-0f0c-47b0-8c15-2ba6997aff4a&utm_content=weekly
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The company accepted payments for projects when it was insolvent

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10:48am, 21 October 2024

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September 2024 Transaction Data: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/september-2024-transaction-data?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b1a443db-2fa5-4fc4-9237-527a75097c08&utm_content=weekly
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This data provides information about the number and types of applications that HM Land Registry completed in Septemer 2024.

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11:00am, 21 October 2024

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Government provides certainty to horticulture and poultry businesses  : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-provides-certainty-to-horticulture-and-poultry-businesses?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bcefe10f-edd4-46a6-8053-8bfc629cc087&utm_content=weekly
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The Government has underlined its commitment to the horticultural and poultry sectors by confirming measures to provide stability, including the allocation for the Seasonal Worker visa route for 2025.

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11:14am, 21 October 2024

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British Caribbean Minister meets Prime Minister Philip Davis KC in The Bahamas as the two countries strengthen trade ties: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-caribbean-minister-meets-prime-minister-philip-davis-kc-in-the-bahamas-as-the-two-countries-strengthen-trade-ties?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8b374ab6-d1ca-4c10-bf35-62acf6b962ee&utm_content=weekly
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Baroness Chapman makes her first visit to The Bahamas to bolster bilateral relationship

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This release was updated following the conclusion of Baroness Chapman’s visit to The Bahamas

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11:17am, 21 October 2024

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G7 countries agree new plan to dismantle migrant smuggling gangs: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/g7-nations-agree-new-plan-to-dismantle-migrant-smuggling-gangs?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=fcc08f3c-1cc0-4c5a-a340-62d5c1f04944&utm_content=weekly
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The Home Secretary has today (4 October 2024) agreed a major international plan to smash criminal gangs responsible for smuggling illegal migrants into G7 nations.

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12:05pm, 21 October 2024

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Up to £600 cash boost for Britain’s lowest paid to help kickstart the economy: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/up-to-600-cash-boost-for-britains-lowest-paid-to-help-kickstart-the-economy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=efaa5702-8a70-4f8f-a24a-1b1b1c0124e3&utm_content=weekly
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Ten million working people across the country to benefit from an overhaul of workers’ rights as the Government’s landmark Employment Rights Bill returns to Parliament.

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12:30pm, 21 October 2024

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Severn Valley communities invited to learn about plans for area: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/severn-valley-communities-invited-to-learn-about-plans-for-area?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ba508e4e-2bb0-4014-aeb4-609a2aecf9a9&utm_content=weekly
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Communities along the Severn Valley are invited to find out more about plans to manage water and enhance communities at a series of drop-in events.

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1:08pm, 21 October 2024

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Landmark Sentencing Review launched to end prison crisis: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/landmark-sentencing-review-launched-to-end-prison-crisis?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=be6b0bbe-3b95-469b-8c2c-a9b93c825954&utm_content=weekly
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Public safety will be at the heart of an independent review into sentencing, as the government pledges to end the crisis in our prisons.

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2:29pm, 21 October 2024

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Statutory Instrument laid in Parliament provides first regulatory framework of its kind that will transform the manufacture of innovative medicines at the point of patient care: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/statutory-instrument-laid-in-parliament-provides-first-regulatory-framework-of-its-kind-that-will-transform-the-manufacture-of-innovative-medicines-at?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=003276ca-4db1-4e08-bd52-f9691c4949e5&utm_content=weekly
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The UK will be the first country in the world to introduce a tailored framework for the regulation of innovative products manufactured at or close to the location where a patient receives care.

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2:44pm, 21 October 2024

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Authorisation application deadlines for Christmas period 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/authorisation-application-deadlines-for-christmas-period-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8b994a6a-63a7-4c84-b15a-f42fdb64e2b5&utm_content=weekly
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Validation for applications during the Christmas period 2024 for MA, ManA, WDA, Batch Release, Specific Batch Control, and Special Import and Export Certificates.

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3:06pm, 21 October 2024

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InForm: Updates from the Government Property Agency, October 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/inform-updates-from-the-government-property-agency-october-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8ffbb345-86fa-4d2a-9bac-5c117e6d3625&utm_content=weekly
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InForm keeps you informed of news, views and updates from across the Government Property Agency.

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4:28pm, 21 October 2024

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Arctic Circle Assembly: Minister Doughty Plenary Speech: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/arctic-circle-assembly-minister-doughty-plenary-speech?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=64e58146-8569-4d67-979e-8874f7a420eb&utm_content=weekly
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UK Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories outlines the UK’s commitment to the Arctic in the face of rising global challenges.

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4:46pm, 21 October 2024

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[IPO campaign highlights dangers of counterfeit vehicle parts
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The campaign focuses on the serious risks these goods pose, warning that ‘Fake Always Breaks’.

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4:48pm, 21 October 2024

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Chair of the Police and NCA Pay Review Bodies reappointed: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chair-of-the-police-and-nca-pay-review-bodies-reappointed?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c635c09c-e114-49cc-b398-1edcd85dec21&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister has reappointed Zoë Billingham as the Chair of the Police and NCA Pay Review Bodies.

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5:10pm, 21 October 2024

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UK infrastructure companies visit Costa Rica to explore opportunities: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-infrastructure-companies-visit-costa-rica-to-explore-opportunities?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c0818ab1-dbe8-4293-a2c0-96e1bc2d07fd&utm_content=weekly
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British Embassy officials facilitated meetings with key stakeholders in the infrastructure sector.

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5:38pm, 21 October 2024

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British Ambassador to Iraq: Irfan Siddiq: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-ambassador-to-iraq-irfan-siddiq?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c3903c5d-5271-498a-9dbf-382ed003310b&utm_content=weekly
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Mr Irfan Siddiq OBE has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Iraq in succession to Mr Stephen Hitchen.

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The UK is committed to ensuring that technological progress serves as a force for peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-uk-is-committed-to-ensuring-that-technological-progress-serves-as-a-force-for-peace-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f81205b5-e4a1-4a96-bd16-0b6929d41d93&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on the impact of scientific developments on international peace and security.

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6:21pm, 21 October 2024

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Extra support for jurors thanks to launch of pioneering scheme: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/extra-support-for-jurors-thanks-to-launch-of-pioneering-scheme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f2741df3-0cbc-4464-aa70-4861fc2b4917&utm_content=weekly
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Jurors on the most traumatic cases will be better supported than ever with access to round-the-clock help and free counselling sessions.

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7:12pm, 21 October 2024

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The harder Putin finds it to recruit Russians to be cannon fodder, the more willing he is to rely on DPRK: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-harder-putin-finds-it-to-recruit-russians-to-be-cannon-fodder-the-more-willing-he-is-to-rely-on-dprk-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=eb4be063-4b6f-4990-983e-50d967a2f448&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.

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9:23pm, 21 October 2024

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UK strengthens national security and bolsters Ukraine’s war chest with £2.26 billion military loan: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-strengthens-national-security-and-bolsters-ukraines-war-chest-with-226-billion-military-loan?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6c76d804-704c-42a9-bd6e-640485262da3&utm_content=weekly
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Ukraine will receive further funding to purchase essential military equipment to defend itself against Russia’s illegal invasion, as the Chancellor today announces that the Government will loan a further £2.26 billion in new money to Ukraine.

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12:01am, 22 October 2024

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New plans for quicker, quieter and cleaner flights on the horizon: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-plans-for-quicker-quieter-and-cleaner-flights-on-the-horizon?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=09aef1a3-5881-47d3-bab9-71749100b48c&utm_content=weekly
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Have your say on proposals to establish a UK Airspace Design Service.

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12:01am, 22 October 2024

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Call for Entries: 170th Anniversary Logo Design Competition: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/call-for-entries-170th-anniversary-logo-design-competition?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=420709a0-f715-4f9f-9bb4-df5d08a3c9e5&utm_content=weekly
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Call for entries of the official logo design competition of Thailand and the United Kingdom’s 170th anniversary of the two countries diplomatic relations.

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Applications deadline changed to 1 November 2024

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4:18am, 22 October 2024

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Farmer blames weather app after rain washes slurry down road: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/farmer-blames-weather-app-after-rain-washes-slurry-down-road?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=caad6639-23f9-42d8-8220-5a273246d8fb&utm_content=weekly
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Farmer Ben Hembrow blamed rain which he claimed had not been forecast. But his fields were saturated with slurry which began running down a road.

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8:21am, 22 October 2024

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New UK visa application supplier in Ghana from 22 October 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-uk-visa-application-supplier-in-ghana-from-22-october-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ff198b71-3bc2-4eab-8fc7-8aa932ae6c7b&utm_content=weekly
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Visa application centre provider changing to VSFGlobal, offering faster service for customers.

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8:55am, 22 October 2024

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Flagship Government export initiative to be sponsored by Santander UK: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/flagship-government-export-initiative-to-be-sponsored-by-santander-uk?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=25c81b4b-909d-4607-a32b-58c8d815ac0d&utm_content=weekly
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Santander UK has committed to a three-year sponsorship of a programme of Department for Business and Trade (DBT) events.

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9:51am, 22 October 2024

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Strategic plan for long-term energy infrastructure: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/strategic-plan-for-long-term-energy-infrastructure?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3255e3ec-2762-4662-9c68-2fe6dcb4fd72&utm_content=weekly
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Strategic spatial plan to provide a blueprint for Great Britain’s energy infrastructure

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9:51am, 22 October 2024

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Appointment of Court of Protection general and special visitors: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/appointment-of-court-of-protection-general-and-special-visitors?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=674adbc2-9acb-4d14-aa85-195eb87ee083&utm_content=weekly
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New general and special visitors supporting work delivered by the Office of the Public Guardian

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10:00am, 22 October 2024

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Proposing to create a UK Airspace Design Service: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/proposing-to-create-a-uk-airspace-design-service?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bfb791ca-03be-44da-8c2a-b476bd2f09d8&utm_content=weekly
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Announcing a consultation on the creation of a new UK Airspace Design Service (UKADS).

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10:01am, 22 October 2024

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Statutory Instrument laid in Parliament sets out first steps in delivering Medical Device Regulatory Reform and strengthening patient safety: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/statutory-instrument-laid-in-parliament-sets-out-first-steps-in-delivering-medical-device-regulatory-reform-and-strengthening-patient-safety?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dec4dcaa-dd52-4cca-9790-d257caa65f2d&utm_content=weekly
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The new legislation will introduce clearer and risk-proportionate requirements that improve the safety of medical devices across Great Britain and provide certainty for manufacturers ahead of introducing the wider future regulatory regime.

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10:21am, 22 October 2024

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The Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee engages with experts and young people across the UK: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-queen-elizabeth-memorial-committee-engages-with-experts-and-young-people-across-the-uk?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=61c14ce8-d168-453d-9fd8-a19646bcd043&utm_content=weekly
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Since their first meeting in February this year, the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee have been meeting a variety of experts and sector leaders from across the UK, to help shape their recommendations.

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10:22am, 22 October 2024

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Sign up to hear about our events for civil servants: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sign-up-to-hear-about-our-events-for-civil-servants?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2a344cff-afaa-4540-b677-ef10f1b6800d&utm_content=weekly
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Our new season of Outside:In is here!

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10:48am, 22 October 2024

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Applications for Policy Masterclasses are now open: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/applications-for-policy-masterclasses-are-now-open?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=68a55d8b-eeb0-4a7c-8d27-5680d4a20316&utm_content=weekly
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An update on the policy training courses OIT offers academics

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Bury director jailed after failing to produce accounts for company which owed more than £200,000 in tax: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bury-director-jailed-after-failing-to-produce-accounts-for-company-which-owed-more-than-200000-in-tax?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7e5eb3c7-2b55-4ea4-9f2e-e74a14c89dc6&utm_content=weekly
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Director jailed for offences under the Insolvency and Companies Act

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Government commits to addressing housebuilding recommendations: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-commits-to-addressing-housebuilding-recommendations?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d3d3b019-b626-42d6-8c49-195bd33d7834&utm_content=weekly
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The UK Government has today published its response to the Competition and Market’s Authority’s (CMA) housebuilding study.

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Dame Diana Johnson speech on tackling anti-social behaviour: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/dame-diana-johnson-speech-on-tackling-anti-social-behaviour?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f7a39f6e-4760-4fe9-a001-1cfe77ba55bc&utm_content=weekly
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The Crime and Policing Minister spoke at the Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour Conference on 22 October 2024.

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Birmingham City Council: Ministerial response to the Commissioners’ first report: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/birmingham-city-council-ministerial-response-to-the-commissioners-first-report?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f7c9fbca-dfc9-4c0d-b0a6-0763ba7adae4&utm_content=weekly
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Ministerial response from the Minister for Local Government and English Devolution, Jim McMahon OBE MP, to Max Caller CBE, Lead Commissioner at Birmingham City Council.

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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=c59e0f53-5b5f-4579-ae15-533bb39fb676&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.

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The advert for the Chief Scientific Adviser in the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has been reinstated due to the extension of the deadline for applications for the role.

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12:09pm, 22 October 2024

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Slough Borough Council: Letter to interim Chief Executive (22 October 2024): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/slough-borough-council-letter-to-interim-chief-executive-22-october-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=910a9198-5e81-473d-aafe-17ff8f8e8dce&utm_content=weekly
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Letter to Slough Borough Council’s interim Chief Executive on the proposed extension to the intervention at Slough Borough Council and inviting representations.

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Slough Borough Council: Ministerial response to Commissioners’ fifth report and update letter: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/slough-borough-council-ministerial-response-to-commissioners-fifth-report-and-update-letter?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b85407fe-5266-4891-a52a-5c94a015c284&utm_content=weekly
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Letter from Jim McMahon OBE MP, Minister for Local Government and English Devolution, in response to the Commissioners’ fifth report (April 2024) and their update letter (September 2024).

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OPSS issues children’s Halloween costume warning: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/opss-issues-childrens-halloween-costume-warning?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b71da130-3c87-4284-888d-c8be23d13186&utm_content=weekly
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Public asked to be vigilant following tests.

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NIO Minister hails integrated education during visit to Fermanagh School: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nio-minister-hails-integrated-education-during-visit-to-fermanagh-school?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e84678e2-95de-4f0c-a295-d8187eedc085&utm_content=weekly
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This follows Minister Anderson’s visit to Erne Integrated College

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Justice served for West Yorkshire as new courts and tribunals centre opens in Leeds: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/justice-served-for-west-yorkshire-as-new-courts-and-tribunals-centre-opens-in-leeds?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a8a8fed9-5164-41d8-a0ea-4adbd256c099&utm_content=weekly
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Four new business and property courtrooms open at West Gate, alongside eight new employment tribunal rooms to deal with disputes.

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[Joint Statement following the meeting of the Specialised Committee on
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The UK Government and European Commission gave a statement after the Specialised Committee on the Implementation of the Windsor Framework meeting.

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Manx National Insurance Fund – sustainability report: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/manx-national-insurance-fund-sustainability-report?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5b3d4d05-27c1-4544-ab43-35693c85cac5&utm_content=weekly
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A new report on the Manx National Insurance Fund includes analysis from GAD. It includes options to ensure long-term funding sustainability.

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Defence Secretary oral statement on war in Ukraine – 22 October 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/defence-secretary-oral-statement-on-war-in-ukraine-22-october-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a71ae641-f067-4e14-a951-def3e3149837&utm_content=weekly
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Defence Secretary John Healey, provided an update to the House of Commons on the war in Ukraine.

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Collision of two passenger trains at Talerddig, Powys, Wales: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/collision-of-two-passenger-trains-at-talerddig-powys-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c06afbc3-c752-4b54-af54-12f12d540d89&utm_content=weekly
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The following press statement is issued by the RAIB about its investigation into the collision of two passenger trains at Talerddig, Powys, Wales

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Governments launch largest review of sector since privatisation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/governments-launch-largest-review-of-sector-since-privatisation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=45a04254-46f9-48fc-8e5c-485f80f735f0&utm_content=weekly
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The UK and Welsh Governments have introduced major legislation with new powers to bring criminal charges against water executives and a ban on bonuses.

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Landmark UK-Germany defence agreement to strengthen our security and prosperity: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/landmark-uk-germany-defence-agreement-to-strengthen-our-security-and-prosperity?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6454ff6a-b286-4e78-87e9-3ee571916997&utm_content=weekly
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A landmark defence agreement will be signed by Defence Secretary John Healey MP and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius in London today in a major moment for NATO, and European security and prosperity. It is the first-of-its-kind agreement between the UK and Germany on defence.

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10:30pm, 22 October 2024

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Trade Secretary launches new fund to unlock multi-billion exports boost : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/trade-secretary-launches-new-fund-to-unlock-multi-billion-exports-boost?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dd6d97bc-b876-450f-af2d-e1e34a852787&utm_content=weekly
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Jonathan Reynolds will announce Regulatory Partnership for Growth Fund on visit to Brazil including his first G20 meeting

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Government pledges to make UK ‘top destination for women’s sport investment’ following record-breaking summit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-pledges-to-make-uk-top-destination-for-womens-sport-investment-following-record-breaking-summit?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=504653c8-97f7-4266-a0e6-6d443b3b6f9e&utm_content=weekly
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The government has launched the 2024-25 Women’s Sport Investment Accelerator scheme, helping to attract more private investment in women’s sport and drive growth into the sector.

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UK Development Minister to push for gender equality at World Bank Annuals: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-development-minister-to-push-for-gender-equality-at-world-bank-annuals?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=38c58894-9db0-48a6-aa15-7b05c0c142f2&utm_content=weekly
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Anneliese Dodds to outline priorities for gender equality and announce funding to boost women’s economic and social empowerment during visit to Washington D.C.

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12:01am, 23 October 2024

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Cutting-edge transport projects receive £1.4 million to encourage innovation and deliver growth: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cutting-edge-transport-projects-receive-14-million-to-encourage-innovation-and-deliver-growth?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f3921949-030a-4065-b323-6ca4822ec987&utm_content=weekly
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Winners of the Transport Research and Innovation Grant (TRIG) will help make travel cleaner, safer and more efficient for everyone in the UK.

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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=ecd10668-67a4-4fef-9e0a-c168e82e430a&utm_content=weekly
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The submission of applications and complaints to the CAC.

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UK satellites to boost maritime security on track for 2025 launch: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-satellites-to-boost-maritime-security-on-track-for-2025-launch?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5f7cee7c-6c67-46a7-8291-3ae3f6f85331&utm_content=weekly
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A satellite developed by the UK business Horizon Technologies is on schedule for launch in mid-2025.

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9:36am, 23 October 2024

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On your marks – 100 days to file Self Assessment: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/on-your-marks-100-days-to-file-self-assessment?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=118b9d38-7dca-4bb1-b3d2-79b74a38c9d0&utm_content=weekly
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Self Assessment customers encouraged to prepare and file their tax return early as 31 January deadline is in sight.

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South China Sea conference 2024: speech by UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/south-china-sea-conference-2024-speech-by-uk-minister-for-the-indo-pacific?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e663ec99-9e59-49ca-b2f5-d5ea0ff0094d&utm_content=weekly
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Minister Catherine West gave a keynote speech to the South China Sea conference in Ha Long, Vietnam.

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Prime Minister warns Russian threat to global stability is accelerating as Putin ramps up attacks on Black Sea: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-warns-russian-threat-to-global-stability-is-accelerating-as-putin-ramps-up-attacks-on-black-sea?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1736a750-d33e-42e3-bac0-3e050b767968&utm_content=weekly
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Russia has stepped up attacks on Ukrainian port infrastructure in the Black Sea, delaying vital aid from reaching Palestinians, and stopping crucial grain supplies from being delivered to the global south.

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10:11am, 23 October 2024

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Donanemab licensed for early stages of Alzheimer’s disease in adult patients who have one or no copies of apolipoprotein E4 gene: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/donanemab-licensed-for-early-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-in-adult-patients-who-have-one-or-no-copies-of-apolipoprotein-e4-gene?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=903059f1-8eb0-4d32-b476-1118fad3ab7f&utm_content=weekly
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today, 23 October 2024, approved a licence for the medicine donanemab (Kisunla) for use in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, following a thorough review of the benefits and risks.

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UK-Germany Trinity House Agreement on Defence – Joint Communique: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-germany-trinity-house-agreement-on-defence-joint-communique?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f9ea860f-8afa-458f-b5a3-61b82d65fd66&utm_content=weekly
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A commitment to improve and enhance bilateral defence co-operation between the Ministry of Defence of the Federal Republic of Germany and the Ministry of Defence of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

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Designing Defence’s next generation multi-satellite system: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/designing-defences-next-generation-multi-satellite-system?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6eb48c1e-4a34-40c0-a61d-24d74e7bb694&utm_content=weekly
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Dstl scientific expertise and advice is at the heart of the Ministry of Defence’s ambitions in space.

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11:34am, 23 October 2024

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Crime news: procurement process for 2025 Standard Crime Contract: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/crime-news-procurement-process-for-2025-standard-crime-contract?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d04003d0-7a1e-489d-a247-5a70a3959214&utm_content=weekly
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The second stage of the procurement process opens for delivery of criminal legal aid services from Wednesday 1 October 2025.

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ROK-UK Joint Statement on DPRK-Russia Cooperation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rok-uk-joint-statement-on-dprk-russia-cooperation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=12fe4505-dcc8-4068-96a5-779bfe40cc20&utm_content=weekly
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Joint statement between the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom David Lammy and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Cho Tae-yul.

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12:38pm, 23 October 2024

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Firm shut down for falsely offering ‘early resolution’ to IVA debt solutions: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/firm-shut-down-for-falsely-offering-early-resolution-to-iva-debt-solutions?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=46722508-a89b-4419-9962-074a9a020466&utm_content=weekly
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Firm offered advice on early resolution to customers’ IVA debt solutions despite not being licensed to provide financial or debt advice

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ESFA Update: 23 October 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esfa-update-