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Bluetongue: latest situation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bluetongue-latest-situation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c731fb55-9375-4399-803f-05213cffa6f9&utm_content=weekly
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Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.

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Twelve new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in England and Wales between 8 and 13 December 2025. The cases were in South Yorkshire, Wrexham, Cornwall, Derbyshire, Powys, Kent, Hampshire, Cheshire and Somerset.

Time updated:
6:42pm, 13 December 2025

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PM call with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen: 13 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-call-with-president-of-the-european-commission-ursula-von-der-leyen-13-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=54c4c988-be3a-49e1-b1d9-7a55d9bb8bff&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen this evening.

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Time updated:
7:23pm, 13 December 2025

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UK Statement for Trade Negotiations Committee – December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/uk-statement-for-trade-negotiations-committee-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=725df53c-5e03-4bdb-8c95-2144a8165c10&utm_content=weekly
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Delivered by Kumar Iyer, Ambassador and Permanent Representative for the UK Mission to the WTO and UN in Geneva.

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Time updated:
8:12pm, 14 December 2025

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Flat owners to get new rights to faster, more reliable broadband under government plans: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/flat-owners-to-get-new-rights-to-faster-more-reliable-broadband-under-government-plans?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8c72e2c2-06ed-4a40-adad-0fbd03ac67f7&utm_content=weekly
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Flat owners in England and Wales could get better access to fast, reliable broadband under new proposals set out in a government consultation.

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Time updated:
12:01am, 15 December 2025

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Latest Connect Fund round offers £500,000 to Northern Ireland community and voluntary groups: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/latest-connect-fund-round-offers-500000-to-northern-ireland-community-and-voluntary-groups?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7bdae59e-f719-4bcd-b8a2-bcf9ecd06801&utm_content=weekly
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Page summary:
Round two of the Connect Fund opens for applications in New Year

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Time updated:
12:01am, 15 December 2025

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Indo-Pacific Minister Seema Malhotra visits Japan: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/indo-pacific-minister-seema-malhotra-visits-japan?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ac935ab4-e8f2-497a-8ba3-1bcefd14b81e&utm_content=weekly
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UK marks one year of CPTPP as Indo-Pacific Minister Seema Malhotra MP visits Japan further deepening economic ties

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Time updated:
5:14am, 15 December 2025

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Keystage CIC grading under review: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/keystage-cic-grading-under-review?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9e1fc00f-9723-4caa-8407-665fcc3a15ab&utm_content=weekly
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RSH is currently investigating matters which may indicate serious failings in the landlord delivering the outcomes of the Governance and Financial Viability Standard. 

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Time updated:
9:30am, 15 December 2025

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Construction boss created false bank statement in bid to hide British Gas invoice fraud: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/construction-boss-created-false-bank-statement-in-bid-to-hide-british-gas-invoice-fraud?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8c12ed05-96e3-4615-8b8d-09214d65e8ca&utm_content=weekly
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Director sentenced for fraud and falsifying accounts

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Time updated:
9:35am, 15 December 2025

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MI6 Chief says the “front line is everywhere” in first speech, as the UK faces new “age of uncertainty”: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mi6-chief-says-the-front-line-is-everywhere-in-first-speech-as-the-uk-faces-new-age-of-uncertainty?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1a12a8ba-2d73-42af-876f-c9cc5fd3dcb5&utm_content=weekly
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In her first public speech, the new Chief of MI6 Blaise Metreweli will set out how MI6 is tackling new and emerging threats to the UK and its allies.

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Time updated:
9:50am, 15 December 2025

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The third UK-EU Cyber Dialogue took place in Brussels: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-third-uk-eu-cyber-dialogue-took-place-in-brussels?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3e02292a-09ed-4c86-bafe-0282c4b74659&utm_content=weekly
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Page summary:
The third UK-EU Cyber Dialogue took place on 9-10 December. Both sides agreed to hold the next UK-EU Cyber Dialogue in London in 2026.

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Time updated:
9:56am, 15 December 2025

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Major expansion of colleges to train next generation of workers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-expansion-of-colleges-to-train-next-generation-of-workers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=06538fc1-9208-416c-a28d-14adc25b38cf&utm_content=weekly
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Local colleges set to receive £570 million to expand training facilities and places to train the next generation of skilled workers

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Time updated:
9:57am, 15 December 2025

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Farmers lead the next wave of greener, smarter farming: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/farmers-lead-the-next-wave-of-greener-smarter-farming?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cc1cc863-e873-4541-9ddd-6a17d7397651&utm_content=weekly
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New £2.3m fund backs 30 farm tech trials testing lower emission machinery, digital tools and peat-free compost to boost productivity and sustainability.

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Time updated:
9:58am, 15 December 2025

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Fatal accident at Chestnut Grove footpath crossing: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fatal-accident-at-chestnut-grove-footpath-crossing?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=28707281-c1bc-43cd-b41b-9ad50c077fb0&utm_content=weekly
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Investigation into a fatal accident involving a young person at Chestnut Grove footpath crossing, Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire, 26 November 2025.

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Time updated:
10:00am, 15 December 2025

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UK national statement to UNCAC 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-national-statement-to-uncac-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9cb58aa8-be33-46e6-959f-fc4c21a70d96&utm_content=weekly
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The UK’s national statement to the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) sets out our priorities and achievements in combatting corruption.

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Time updated:
10:06am, 15 December 2025

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UK Defence Minister visits Baku to strengthen defence partnership: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-defence-minister-visits-baku-to-strengthen-defence-partnership?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b668af26-dd4c-4a3f-ae79-0101a86f8046&utm_content=weekly
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Lord Vernon Coaker visited Baku for defence and security discussions. Security cooperation will be key pillar of the UK–Azerbaijan Strategic Partnership

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Time updated:
12:00am, 4 December 2025

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Project SIREN: advancing networked sensing through collaboration: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/project-siren-advancing-networked-sensing-through-collaboration?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8915f8b5-19af-46f7-b005-7fd6dd3a64ec&utm_content=weekly
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A major breakthrough, delivered through Project SIREN, directly supports the UK’s future integrated air sensing capability and provides a clear operational advantage.

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Time updated:
10:35am, 15 December 2025

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Record £9.5 billion early years investment: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/record-95-billion-early-years-investment?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e742f050-4b7a-4315-860e-33049c716182&utm_content=weekly
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Record £9.5 billion early years investment next year to help families access affordable childcare and boost growth by supporting parents back into work

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Time updated:
10:38am, 15 December 2025

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Over £1 billion for victims of domestic abuse to access support and rebuild their lives: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/over-1-billion-for-victims-of-domestic-abuse-to-access-support-and-rebuild-their-lives?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8283cd64-b187-4cab-a9d6-2c16ef610571&utm_content=weekly
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More victims of domestic abuse will receive better protection through nearly £500 million as part of the forthcoming Violence Against Women and Girls strategy

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Time updated:
10:57am, 15 December 2025

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Working over Christmas? ‘Check Your Pay’: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/working-over-christmas-check-your-pay?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9d1c529d-af84-4679-a50f-bd066be7f561&utm_content=weekly
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Seasonal workers encouraged to check their pay to ensure they’re not out of pocket.

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Time updated:
11:07am, 15 December 2025

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Festive foods and your medicines: MHRA shares advice to help you stay safe this winter: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/festive-foods-and-your-medicines-mhra-shares-advice-to-help-you-stay-safe-this-winter?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2109567a-6f3f-4d4a-b251-43c77c66f427&utm_content=weekly
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This holiday season, the MHRA is reminding people that some common festive foods can interact with medicines, altering how well they work or increasing the risk of side effects.

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Time updated:
11:11am, 15 December 2025

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Advice accepted on spring 2026 COVID-19 vaccination programme: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/advice-accepted-on-spring-2026-covid-19-vaccination-programme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3f7af60c-47f2-4d27-86b1-972609f154e6&utm_content=weekly
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Advice has been accepted on eligibility from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) for the spring 2026 COVID-19 vaccination programme. 

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Time updated:
11:22am, 15 December 2025

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New crypto rules to unlock growth and protect customers : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-crypto-rules-to-unlock-growth-and-protect-customers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=817f2864-b557-4296-a288-2dbbca12c72d&utm_content=weekly
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Cryptoassets firms will be backed to innovate and grow under plans to make the UK a global destination for digital assets and attract more investment.

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Time updated:
11:43am, 15 December 2025

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Vacancy for a Publications Manager: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/vacancy-for-a-publications-manager?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=310803f5-ec08-4bc8-8f18-240861e2dad1&utm_content=weekly
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We are seeking a Publications Manager to join our Southampton-based office.

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Time updated:
11:46am, 15 December 2025

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Update from business groups on the Employment Rights Bill: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/update-from-business-groups-on-the-employment-rights-bill?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cb37f4b6-ff53-445a-9bbc-42d960ae8687&utm_content=weekly
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Publication of correspondence between six key business organisations and the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on the Employment Rights Bill.

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Time updated:
1:14pm, 15 December 2025

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Captain John Narbrough’s manuscript journal at risk of leaving the UK: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/captain-john-narbroughs-manuscript-journal-at-risk-of-leaving-the-uk?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=99855002-b28f-491b-b117-0a2927665cea&utm_content=weekly
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A temporary export bar has been placed on a manuscript journal detailing Captain John Narbrough’s expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific

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Time updated:
2:20pm, 15 December 2025

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GSTP case studies 2019–2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/gstp-case-studies-2019-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7a29f3a3-24ed-4bd9-85d9-7945571203af&utm_content=weekly
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Case studies of projects delivered through UK involvement in the European Space Agency’s General Space Technology Programme (GSTP) from 2019–2025

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Time updated:
2:54pm, 15 December 2025

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European first as MHRA approves over-the-counter allergy treatment for adolescents aged 12 and over: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/european-first-as-mhra-approves-over-the-counter-allergy-treatment-for-adolescents-aged-12-and-over?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3990357a-ca54-4ad7-a693-10cced9ca0be&utm_content=weekly
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As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of fluticasone propionate under close review. 

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Time updated:
3:21pm, 15 December 2025

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Ofqual fines Pearson £2 million for rule breaches affecting thousands of students: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ofqual-fines-pearson-2-million-for-rule-breaches-affecting-thousands-of-students?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ca0cba3e-d07a-4ac7-bd7d-1668877ef7ac&utm_content=weekly
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Exam board issued more than £2 million in combined penalties for breaking Ofqual regulations in 3 cases.

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Time updated:
3:32pm, 15 December 2025

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Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Agreement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/top-benefits-for-the-uk-south-korea-free-trade-agreement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f23eb980-0b1b-4c28-88b0-add6cdb9df60&utm_content=weekly
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Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Agreement

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Time updated:
3:49pm, 15 December 2025

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IAA secures interim injunction against unauthorised adviser: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/iaa-secures-interim-injunction-against-unauthorised-adviser?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=afd9956d-d618-4f99-8651-7f4aa650a0a8&utm_content=weekly
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Shazia Anjum is prohibited by the interim injunction from providing or advertising immigration advice and/or services under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

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Time updated:
4:09pm, 15 December 2025

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Rapid £140 million boost for drone and counter-drone tech from newly-formed UK Defence Innovation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rapid-140-million-boost-for-drone-and-counter-drone-tech-from-newly-formed-uk-defence-innovation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f5fe99ee-f200-4b1c-85c3-96ce3fcdabd9&utm_content=weekly
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UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) will invest over £140 million in drone and counter-drone technology in its first year of operation

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4:23pm, 15 December 2025

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How we protected the UK and space in November 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/how-we-protected-the-uk-and-space-in-november-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3f497d9d-b943-453c-9bbf-f92ef5da978a&utm_content=weekly
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This report was issued in December 2025 and covers the time period 1 November 2025 to 30 November 2025 inclusive.

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4:27pm, 15 December 2025

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UK Space Agency goes global with 23 new projects: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-space-agency-goes-global-with-23-new-projects?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=993b8d52-b048-496d-add4-f426e9cdb373&utm_content=weekly
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A new batch of 23 projects will strengthen international space partnerships, develop national capabilities and boost economic growth, the UK Space Agency announced today.

Change made:
Updated Cosmic Maker II project information

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4:41pm, 15 December 2025

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UK approves the first twice yearly biological medicine for asthma and severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-approves-the-first-twice-yearly-biological-medicine-for-asthma-and-severe-chronic-rhinosinusitis-with-nasal-polyps?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a30a12c0-1208-4cd6-868b-eb0489edfac6&utm_content=weekly
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As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of depemokimab under close review.

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4:48pm, 15 December 2025

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We want to see a UN refocused on its core priorities: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-want-to-see-a-un-refocused-on-its-core-priorities-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2ae4dc97-92eb-4d24-8e20-68069cae4746&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Leadership for Peace.

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4:58pm, 15 December 2025

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Speech by Blaise Metreweli, Chief of SIS, 15 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/speech-by-blaise-metreweli-chief-of-sis-15-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dd35bb08-846f-466e-9c40-ab387417caac&utm_content=weekly
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Blaise Metreweli, Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service on how SIS is keeping the UK safe in a world where the rules of conflict are being rewritten.

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5:04pm, 15 December 2025

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Evaluation Services Unit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/evaluation-services-unit?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f5416186-5640-42ee-a874-edfd81ace8f1&utm_content=weekly
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Delivering high-quality, affordable evaluation services across government.

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Time updated:
5:15pm, 15 December 2025

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Compensation: Bondi Beach terror attack: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/compensation-bondi-beach-terror-attack?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=45d5b204-fe47-4381-890e-563438f66bde&utm_content=weekly
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How to apply for compensation if you were a victim of the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia on 14 December 2025.

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MHRA welcomes Professor Jonathan Benger CBE as new CEO of NICE: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-welcomes-professor-jonathanbenger-cbe-as-new-ceo-of-nice?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=77775d26-d435-477e-be47-ac0b736a129e&utm_content=weekly
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Professor Benger’s leadership comes at a pivotal time as the MHRA and NICE deepen collaboration

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6:04pm, 15 December 2025

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PM call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: 15 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-call-with-nato-secretary-general-mark-rutte-15-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4f6073f4-9ea8-4145-905b-2d6dfaa6c425&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister spoke to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this afternoon ahead of the meeting in Berlin of European leaders and negotiators of the US-led peace plan this evening.

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6:56pm, 15 December 2025

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Foreign Secretary Parliamentary Statement on Jimmy Lai: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/foreign-secretary-parliamentary-statement-on-jimmy-lai?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6785987d-d92e-4125-8c8b-b60a9778d4db&utm_content=weekly
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Foreign Secretary statement on Jimmy Lai delivered to Parliament on 15 December 2025.

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Joint statement on Ukraine: 15 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-on-ukraine-15-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f630f900-6fbd-4348-bdd1-95f9765dbfa3&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Frederiksen, President Stubb, President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Prime Minister Schoof, Prime Minister Støre, Prime Minister Tusk, Prime Minister Kristersson, Prime Minister Starmer, as well as President Costa and President von der Leyen on Peace for Ukraine.

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Chief of the Defence Staff speech – 15 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/chief-of-the-defence-staff-speech-15-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c07b342e-1013-4146-9e1b-f632faed3691&utm_content=weekly
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Air Chief Marshal, Sir Richard Knighton, Chief of the Defence Staff annual lecture at the Royal United Services Institute

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Statement: FCDO summons Chinese Ambassador – 15 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/statement-fcdo-summons-chinese-ambassador-15-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=fdfb99a7-60ba-468c-84d4-58a65f630ca7&utm_content=weekly
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The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office protests the politically motivated prosecution of British national Jimmy Lai.

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UK lands trade deal with South Korea to boost jobs and exports: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-lands-trade-deal-with-south-korea-to-boost-jobs-and-exports?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=40032b0b-c94c-47f2-9193-3ce12272d5f0&utm_content=weekly
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UK lands momentous trade deal with South Korea to boost jobs and exports

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Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Deal: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/top-benefits-for-the-uk-south-korea-free-trade-deal?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d70330be-193e-410e-998e-d4a29028eec0&utm_content=weekly
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Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Deal

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Nissan launches £450m next-generation LEAF in major vote of confidence in UK’s Industrial Strategy: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nissan-launches-450m-next-generation-leafin-major-vote-of-confidence-in-uks-industrial-strategy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3e8f7c27-2650-40f3-a2b5-878d9111391b&utm_content=weekly
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Nissan have launched their next-generation LEAF in Sunderland, marking a major boost for the UK’s automotive industry.

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Launch of Women in Tech taskforce: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/launch-of-women-in-tech-taskforce?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f09fc79e-b233-4d2b-99c1-945ae18ecfd4&utm_content=weekly
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Technology Secretary Liz Kendall launches the Women in Tech taskforce to help more women enter, stay and lead in the UK’s tech sector.

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Major boost for millions of NHS dental patients: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-boost-for-millions-of-nhs-dental-patients?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=905200e2-8625-40bc-b02f-6a6f07073578&utm_content=weekly
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New changes will enable patients to access urgent care easier

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Cutting edge cancer treatments set to be produced out of uranium: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cutting-edge-cancer-treatments-set-to-be-produced-out-of-uranium?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1353ea02-3d7e-4ecf-8107-061c405f2597&utm_content=weekly
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Precision treatments tackling the hardest-to-treat cancers set to be produced from hundreds of tonnes of reprocessed uranium from nuclear reactors

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Tokyo Economic Security Forum – Keynote Address: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/tokyo-economic-security-forum-keynote-address?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c0ae5bff-6a2a-4c8d-9866-d12f13fa6b72&utm_content=weekly
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Minister Malhotra, Minister for Indo-Pacific, FCDO, delivered a keynote address at the Tokyo Economic Security Forum on 15 December 2025.

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Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of Suffolk: 16 December 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/appointment-of-lord-lieutenant-of-suffolk-16-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3eb7a5b8-5b09-440c-b926-5d47dd769402&utm_content=weekly
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The King has been pleased to appoint Mr Mark Pendlington, DL, as His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Suffolk on the retirement of Clare, Countess of Euston, CVO, on 15th April, 2026.

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Government launches Charter Review to future-proof the BBC: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-launches-charter-review-to-future-proof-the-bbc?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e8fa5771-e40e-4895-b5c1-7b039b266ea7&utm_content=weekly
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The Culture Secretary has launched the once-in-a-decade review of the BBC’s Royal Charter with the aim of bolstering trust in the broadcaster and putting it on a sustainable financial footing.

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New council of experts to advocate for the creative industries: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-council-of-experts-to-advocate-for-the-creative-industries?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9c73acc2-6fba-4974-a00f-51e6d2cd8892&utm_content=weekly
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The Creative Industries Council (CIC) is a key forum that brings together Government and the businesses and trade bodies of the UK’s creative industries

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Change of vaccine for the routine adult pneumococcal vaccination programme and individuals at increased clinical risk: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/change-of-vaccine-for-the-routine-adult-pneumococcal-vaccination-programme-and-individuals-at-increased-clinical-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f733f2ad-6d5d-4f75-a527-ac4afb52c5b3&utm_content=weekly
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Information on the change of vaccine for the routine adult pneumococcal vaccination programme and individuals at increased clinical risk.

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Case study: lessons learnt after demolition companies fined over £60 million for bid-rigging: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/case-study-lessons-learnt-after-demolition-companies-fined-over-60-million-for-bid-rigging?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=07093a73-124e-4603-8823-05c3f884f39b&utm_content=weekly
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Lessons from the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) investigation into 10 construction firms who broke the law by rigging bids for contracts.

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Minister Doughty on the 30th anniversary of the Dayton Peace Agreement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/minister-doughty-on-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-dayton-peace-agreement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=220d59a4-e360-4288-a658-e84bc83126dd&utm_content=weekly
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On 14 December 1995, thirty years ago, the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, also known as the Dayton Peace Agreement, was officially signed in Paris.

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Edition 41: News from the Adjudicator: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/edition-41-news-from-the-adjudicator?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=35837902-1dd6-4705-a2bf-f5df024f70a5&utm_content=weekly
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Read the latest newsletter from the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA).

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Lieutenant General Sir Rob Magowan appointed new Commander of Cyber & Specialist Operations Command: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lieutenant-general-sir-rob-magowan-appointed-new-commander-of-cyber-specialist-operations-command?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=68ede9db-f4da-4f53-beca-4119a85c2ba5&utm_content=weekly
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The Royal Marine will lead one of the most senior posts in the UK Armed Forces, overseeing cyber and specialist forces.

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Local Plan examinations: letter to the The Minister for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook MP (December 2025): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/local-plan-examinations-letter-to-the-the-minister-for-housing-and-planning-matthew-pennycook-mp-december-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6041b77c-b40a-4fdd-baf4-46f4bc48e38d&utm_content=weekly
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The Planning Inspectorate’s CEO, Paul Morrison writes to The Minister for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook MP in response to his letter of 27 November 2025

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Careers in Government Social Research: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/careers-in-government-social-research?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c1a568cb-416e-42a5-90bc-0a6537eccff4&utm_content=weekly
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If you are interested in a career in social research, there are several ways you can join Government Social Research.

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Careers with the Government Economic Service: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/careers-with-the-government-economic-service?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8946f876-3eda-48ba-91df-e38c689de905&utm_content=weekly
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If you are interested in a career in government economics, there are several ways you can join the Government Economic Service

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Urgent review into foreign financial interference in UK politics: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/urgent-review-into-foreign-financial-interference-in-uk-politics?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=606d82ca-ea55-4a11-98a1-637b41fd0118&utm_content=weekly
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An independent review, led by Philip Rycroft, into foreign financial interference in UK politics has been commissioned by the government.

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Changes to international maritime law: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/changes-to-international-maritime-law--2?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9d1f1bff-1e82-4c0a-b510-baad5b972fe2&utm_content=weekly
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Ministerial statement on UK maritime law updates from 1 January 2026, implementing international safety and pollution changes and related UK regulations.

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Speed enforcement on the Strategic Road Network: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/speed-enforcement-on-the-strategic-road-network?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1fe142f6-6541-4aa0-bc13-918f8b2d0c42&utm_content=weekly
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National Highways is addressing an anomaly in the way some variable speed cameras interact with signs on some A roads and motorways.

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UK Government accepts all recommendations from the Independent Review of the Windsor Framework in a landmark commitment: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-government-accepts-all-recommendations-from-the-independent-review-of-the-windsor-framework-in-a-landmark-commitment?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d37a7750-d80c-4203-82bb-cbd8045de8d8&utm_content=weekly
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An enhanced ‘one stop shop’ advice service to boost trade within the UK, promotion of dual market access, and improved communication with stakeholders and the Assembly.

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Minister Doughty statement at the launch of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/minister-doughty-statement-at-the-launch-of-the-international-claims-commission-for-ukraine?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=95fd180f-0cae-4344-96e7-3a4e435f430f&utm_content=weekly
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Statement delivered by Minister Doughty at the Diplomatic Conference for the Adoption of the Convention establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine.

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Historic first for probationary officers in Scotland: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/historic-first-for-probationary-officers-in-scotland?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d3e31ecc-7ae0-430b-a178-82f181e7bb93&utm_content=weekly
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The first End Point Assessment for probationary police officers in Scotland has taken place at Dounreay and Garlogie.

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We strongly condemn the unprecedented rise in settler violence against Palestinian civilians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: E5 statement on the West Bank and East Jerusalem: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-strongly-condemn-the-unprecedented-rise-in-settler-violence-against-palestinian-civilians-in-the-west-bank-and-east-jerusalem-e5-statement-on-the?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=63794247-dbc9-4c08-b3aa-f95661236a75&utm_content=weekly
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E5 statement delivered by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, on behalf of Denmark, France, Greece, Slovenia and the United Kingdom.

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Emerging disruptive technologies NATO competition: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/emerging-disruptive-technologies-nato-competition?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=01b512aa-21fe-4b79-8dee-185e9b90f6a0&utm_content=weekly
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We are looking for young people’s thoughts and ideas on the opportunities and risks of emerging and disruptive technologies.

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Professor Bola Owolabi CBE: Creating the Climate for Health Equity: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/professor-bola-owolabi-cbe-creating-the-climate-for-health-equity?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=026ae723-46fd-4eae-a3f9-d5f32477870a&utm_content=weekly
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Exploring the MHRA’s transformational impact on access, experience, and outcomes.

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New management plans to safeguard fisheries for the future: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-management-plans-to-safeguard-fisheries-for-the-future?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bbed579e-aaee-4e49-b385-c992679a7835&utm_content=weekly
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Five new fisheries management plans published to maintain or restore valuable fish stocks at or to sustainable levels

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Recommendations on payments regulation for the Financial Conduct Authority and Payment Systems Regulator: November 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/recommendations-on-payments-regulation-for-the-financial-conduct-authority-and-payment-systems-regulator-november-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=84a11bae-3867-41da-b517-e43ec5305c4b&utm_content=weekly
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Letter from the Chancellor of the Exchequer to the Chief Executive of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Managing Director of the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) providing recommendations on payments regulation.

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Chief Secretary appoints experts to lead review of Green Book discount rate: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chief-secretary-appoints-experts-to-lead-review-of-green-book-discount-rate?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b308ecd2-af26-40fc-8c1c-821425196a23&utm_content=weekly
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Review will ensure government is taking a fair view of the long-term benefits that arise from transformational investments.

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Housing Sec pledges to ‘go further than ever before’ to hit 1.5 million homes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/housing-sec-pledges-to-go-further-than-ever-before-to-hit-15-million-homes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1090a6d6-f856-46ea-b078-97f0e79f6f1c&utm_content=weekly
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The government has launched a major consultation on a revamped National Planning Policy Framework today.

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