Policy & government

Policy & government Chancellor Rachel Reeves statement to Parliament Chancellor Rachel Reeves has today (21 May) updated the House of Commons on the Government's economic response to the war in Iran, and the action they are taking to support families and businesses with the Cost of Living. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Government steps in to back long-term resilience of UK’s chemicals and ceramics industries The Government has announced new funding packages for the ceramics and chemicals sectors, worth £120 million and £350 million respectively. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Great British Summer Savings 2026: Family activities VAT relief fact sheet From 25 June to 1 September 2026 the Government is introducing a temporary reduced rate of VAT on children's menu meals in restaurants and family leisure activities over the summer period, cutting VAT from 20% to 5%. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Great British Summer Savings: VAT slashed to save families money on days out Families will enjoy discounted attractions and meals out this summer, with the launch of the government’s Great British Summer Savings scheme to help people enjoy day out for less. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Revenue and Customs Brief 5 (2026): Temporary reduced rate of VAT for children's meals, tickets and family attractions This brief explains a temporary reduced rate of VAT for children's meals, tickets and family attractions that will apply from 25 June 2026 to 1 September 2026. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Fit Note Reform: call for evidence A call for evidence to explore reforming the fit note process to support those with long term health conditions to access timely work and health support. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Address by the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration of the Republic of Moldova: UK statement to the OSCE The UK thanks Deputy Prime Minister Chiveri for his remarks to the Permanent Council, welcomes the resumption of in person 1+1 meetings between Chief Negotiators, and encourages Chisinau and Tiraspol to build on this renewed momentum. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government How does the infected blood compensation scheme work? Find out about who is eligible for infected blood compensation, how the scheme processes claims for compensation and support for claimants. House of Commons Library · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Solar on car parks and electric vehicle charging We're seeking views on a proposal to mandate the installation of solar canopies on new outdoor car parks, subject to certain exemptions, as well as views around current planning policy relating to EV charging infrastructure. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Mrs D Pointing v DSP Photography Ltd: 1400047/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government An introduction to UK taxes Find out about the UK tax system, the role of the Budget and the annual Finance Bill, key statistics on UK taxes, and sources of advice for taxpayers. House of Commons Library · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Nepal: country policy and information notes Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government CMA proposes to accept remedies in care home deal The CMA’s initial investigation into Welltower’s purchase of UK care homes found competition concerns in 30 local areas GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Getting a National Insurance number (NINO) in Great Britain Find out how National Insurance numbers are issued in Great Britain and what to do if someone doesn’t have one or can’t find it. House of Commons Library · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS) privacy notice This privacy notice confirms how the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) collects and uses personal data from applications submitted under the scheme. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government African and classical swine fever disease control strategy Sets out the disease control measures we would consider if African or classical swine fever was suspected or confirmed in pigs. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Top Benefits of the UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) FTA Top Benefits of the UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Free Trade Agreement  GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Children’s social care Guidance for those working in and with the children’s social care sector to improve the outcomes of children, young people and families. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Lebanon travel advice FCDO travel advice for Lebanon. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Sending a copy of the appeal form to the council You must send a copy of your appeal and all the supporting documents to the local planning authority. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Manual of Airworthiness Maintenance – Processes (MAM-P) This site hosts the MAM-P, which is co-owned and sponsored by the Commands, and information associated with the transition from MAP-01 to MAM-P. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 3514: permanent fixed wing aerodrome: markings RA covering markings to be used on an aerodrome to enhance safe movement of air systems and vehicles. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Mortgage and landlord possession statistics: January to March 2026 Quarterly National Statistics on possession claim actions in county courts by mortgage lenders and social and private landlords. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government HM Prison & Probation Service workforce quarterly: March 2026 Staffing numbers of directly employed staff of the HM Prison and Probation Service. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Public Spending Statistics release: May 2026 The May 2026 accredited official statistics public expenditure outturn release. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Home Office immigration system statistics: user guide A user guide to Home Office immigration system statistics. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Dwelling stock estimates in England: 2025 Estimates of the number of dwellings in England. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Migrant journey: user guide Reference guide with explanatory notes on issues and classifications. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Historical fertiliser usage on farm, England Previously published estimates of fertiliser use on farms in England sourced from the Farm Business Survey. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government MOD biannual civilian personnel report: April 2026 Biannual statistics on the strength, intake and outflow of Ministry of Defence civil servants for April 2026. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Fertiliser usage on farm – England Estimates of fertiliser use on farms in England sourced from the Farm Business Survey. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government Afghan Resettlement Programme: operational data The latest available operational data on the Afghan Resettlement Programme. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 8. Process efficiency appropriate measures The appropriate measures for process efficiency at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 4. Waste storage and handling appropriate measures The appropriate measures for waste storage and handling at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 1. When appropriate measures apply An introduction to the standards (appropriate measures) that apply to regulated facilities permitted under the Environmental Permitting Regulations to treat or transfer separate collections of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 2. General management appropriate measures The appropriate measures for the general management of a regulated facility with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 5. Waste treatment appropriate measures The appropriate measures for waste treatment at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 7. Emissions monitoring and limits appropriate measures The emissions limits and appropriate measures for monitoring emissions to air and water at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 6. Emissions control appropriate measures The appropriate measures for emissions control at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026 Policy & government 3. Waste pre-acceptance, acceptance and tracking appropriate measures The appropriate measures for waste pre-acceptance, acceptance and tracking at regulated facilities with an environmental permit for the treatment or transfer of waste batteries. GOV.UK · 21 May 2026