Policy & government

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Policy & government Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada - canada.ca Environment and Climate Change Canada · 27 May 2026 Policy & government Cabinet meeting: 27 May 2026 - gov.wales Welsh Government News · 27 May 2026 Policy & government How to spot fake fashion when shopping second-hand Understand how to identify counterfeit products sold on resale platforms and steps to report listings. GOV.UK · 27 May 2026 Policy & government Cornwall's National Nature Reserves Nature reserves in Cornwall that Natural England identifies as among England's finest sites for wildlife and or geology. GOV.UK · 27 May 2026 Policy & government VAEC6550 - VAT assessment forms: Production of VAT655 GOV.UK · 27 May 2026 Policy & government CG-APP8 - HMRC guidance on avoidance through the creation and use of capital losses by companies GOV.UK · 27 May 2026 Policy & government Ancient Cornish moors gain National Nature Reserve status A unique Cornish moorland landscape shaped by thousands of years of history becomes a National Nature Reserve for local people and visitors to enjoy GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government UK and Poland set to sign major defence and security treaty as PM steps up relationship with Europe to keep nation safe The UK is set to sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland to protect British borders, tackle organised crime, bolster collective defences and deepen cooperation with the European Union. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government UK City of Culture 2029: Full application guidance Guidance for longlisted bidders successful in the expression of interest phase of the UK City of Culture 2029 competition. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Our governance The Student Loans Company (SLC) is an executive non-departmental public body. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Adult education and skills funding: allocations guidance Explains how we calculate the different funding lines for adult education and skills funding. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Flying supervisors course (FSC) This Military Aviation Authority Centre of Air Safety Training course prepares military personnel for flying supervisory roles. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Sri Lanka travel advice FCDO travel advice for Sri Lanka. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government British citizenship: caseworker guidance Tells HM Passport Office staff how to deal with passport applications for customers that hold British citizenship. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted a recycling company for attempting to illegally export plastics contaminated with household waste.… GOV.UK news & communications — recycling · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Non-Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund reappointed Nigel Topping, Tania Songini and Marianne Økland have been reappointed as Non-Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund (NWF). GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Document storage, retention and destruction: caseworker guidance Tells HM Passport Office staff about documents that cannot be returned to customers. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Fire statistics data tables The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government collects detailed information on incidents attended by Fire and Rescue Services. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government C Kay v Dr A I Ebhohimen T/a The Dental Centre: 6000227/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr Y Doci v Suez Recycling and Recovery UK Ltd: 2305334/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government A Mcrobbie v Department of Work and Pensions: 1403286/2022 and others Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Local government transparency in England This note provides details of the Code of Recommended Practice on local authority data transparency; the Code of Recommended Practice on Local Authority Publicity; filming and social media use in council meetings; and pay policy statements. House of Commons Library · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr S Sharma v Ensbury Gaff Ltd and Others: 6023192/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Opting to tax land and buildings (VAT Notice 742A) What happens when you opt to tax (charge VAT on) land and buildings, when you need permission and when to notify HMRC about your decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr S Saeed v Relifeteh Recycling Ltd: 6025343/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr P Magaji v OCS Group UK Ltd: 2304398/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures Crypto and illicit finance networks exploited by Russia to circumvent UK sanctions are being targeted as the government ramps up pressure on Putin’s war machine to support Ukraine. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government EX5 1DR, STUART PARTNERS LIMITED: permit partial surrender issued - EPR/CB3100UB/S005 View the partial surrender issued for Hill Barton Soil Recycling Facility, Exeter under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Ms A Sendula v Penrose Homes Ltd: 3207510/2021 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr K N Sajjad v Fairfield School of Business Ltd: 1800625/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr C Hare and Mrs B Hare v James Hare Ltd and Ms S Hare: 1804326/2023 and 1804327/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Don’t let this heatwave affect your medicines: Three important tips from the MHRA Essential advice on protecting your medicines during extreme heat and staying safe. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government UK Government releases a further £102.6 million for reform of NI public services Secretary of State Hilary Benn MP has announced the release of £102.6 million by the UK Government to support public service transformation in Northern Ireland GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Third new national forest to bring nature closer to communities Government commits up to £7.5 million and calls for delivery partners to submit bids to help deliver landmark new forest covering more than 200 square miles  GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Register with the environmental regulator: extended producer responsibility for packaging If you’re obligated under extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging, you must register your organisation with the environmental regulator and pay a registration fee. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government HMT workforce management information: April 2026 This document details monthly management information on staff numbers and paybill costs within HM Treasury and its agencies. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Notifications for veterinary professionals: small animal risks and threats (SmART) comms system Notifications issued by APHA’s small animal risks and threats (SmART) comms system. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Registrar's rules Rules outlining the form, manner of delivery and method of authentication for documents delivered to Companies House in electronic or paper format. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Fit Note Reform: Call for Evidence – Results This report summarises the key findings from the wide range of responses received to the call for evidence on fit note reform. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026 Policy & government Mr S Murrell v Norse Commercial Services Ltd: 3320853/2021 and 3302864/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 26 May 2026