Policy & government

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Policy & government Table of contents: 2000 (FLY) regulatory articles This document shows the current 2000 series documents, along with the associated regulation titles. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Regulatory Article (RA) 2370: test and evaluation RA covering the management, and conduct, of air system test and evaluation activity. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Juliette Enser Juliette is a member of the senior executive team and is an adviser to the Board. She leads the Competition Enforcement function with the aim of tackling unlawful and damaging anti-competitive conduct for the benefit of people, businesses and the wider economy.  Previous career highlights include:  Senior Director, Cartels (CMA, previously Director)  Senior Director, State Aid (CMA)  Lawyer in pri GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 Enables those responsible for premises and events to determine whether they fall within the scope of the legislation (known as 'Martyn's Law') and how to comply with legal duties. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Smart meters: radio waves and health Guidelines on exposure to radio signals from smart meters. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Banking reforms to boost investment by billions for British businesses British businesses stand to benefit from billions in fresh financing being unlocked through reforms to the bank ring-fencing regime GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Finding funding for UK aid organisations How UK aid organisations may be able to access financial support, from UK Government schemes and also other funding sources. House of Commons Library · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Multi-Annual National Control Plan (MANCP) Multi-Annual National Control Plan relating to feed and food safety, animal health and welfare (including aquatics), and plant health. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Bill discount scheme: administrator update Ofgem has been appointed as the scheme administrator for the bill discount scheme. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Headship national professional qualification A course to help headteachers and leaders in educational settings develop the knowledge behind expert leadership and apply it to become outstanding headteachers. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government New international alliance to support children with SEND Education Secretary calls on global leaders to join International Alliance to deliver opportunity for all children with SEND. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government UK arms exports: Statistics An overview of recent trends in UK arms export statistics including the estimated value of UK arms exports, export destinations and the type of arms exported. House of Commons Library · 18 May 2026 Policy & government New parents urged to claim Child Benefit for their baby now Parents urged to claim Child Benefit for their new baby to avoid missing out GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Grafix Make Your Own Sand Bottle (Star & Heart) sold by ASDA (2605-0091) Product Recall for Grafix Make Your Own Sand Bottle (Star & Heart) presenting a risk to health. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Professor Joann Rhodes: The Rules Need to Bend – Why Flexible Policies and Real Partnership are the Keys to unlocking Life Sciences Potential Innovation doesn’t wait for the rules to catch up. The question is whether we can build a system agile and flexible enough to keep pace. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Fraud Prevention Savings Framework The International Public Sector Fraud Forum's Fraud Prevention Savings Framework covers approaches to estimate, quantify, and communicate the benefits of fraud prevention. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Various Fragrances sold by Savers Health and Beauty (2605-0070) Product Recall for Various Fragrances sold by Savers Health and Beauty presenting a serious chemical risk. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Reception baseline assessment: assessment and reporting arrangements (ARA) Arrangements for the statutory reception baseline assessment (RBA). GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Life courses and pension saving patterns This report summarises new longitudinal analysis to understand how life courses are associated with pension saving and retirement outcomes. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government MERS-CoV: biological principles for the control of MERS-CoV This guidance outlines the current knowledge and assumptions about the biology and transmission of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV). GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government MERS-CoV: diagnosis and management of cases and contacts This guidance is for healthcare professionals and health protection teams (HPTs) on identifying and managing cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government HAIRS risk assessment: Andes virus Qualitative assessment of the risk to the UK human population of Andes virus infection in a UK rodent. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government MERS-CoV: background information This guidance gives advice on the transmission, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) to the public. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government MERS-CoV: diagnostic testing Information on taking, submitting and processing clinical samples from patients suspected of having Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).  GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government HMRC appraisal and selection of public records This document describes the records HMRC will select for permanent preservation. It applies to records created by HMRC and its predecessor bodies. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Human Animal Infections and Risk Surveillance group (HAIRS) The Human Animal Infections and Risk Surveillance (HAIRS) group identifies and assesses emerging infection risks to human health. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Mr P Bray-Menezes v Systra Ltd: 6002518/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS) Innovation 2.0 programme: successful projects This programme aims to accelerate the deployment of next generation carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) technology in the UK to be deployed at scale by 2030. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government UK Armed Forces salute 250 years of American independence with US celebrations Red Arrows set to tour the United States this summer to support 250th anniversary celebrations GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Government ministers and responsibilities This document lists government ministers and their responsibilities. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Family life and exceptional circumstances: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on considering claims based on family life (as a partner or parent) or exceptional circumstances. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Accompanied and unaccompanied asylum seeking children: statement of evidence Use this form to give UK Visas and Immigration information about your asylum claim. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government 2026-2029 Strategy for Government Grants The Strategy outlines government’s priorities for grants management over the next three years GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Grants Management Function The role of the Grants Management Function, the Centre of Excellence service offer, and the Functional Standard for Grants. GOV.UK · 18 May 2026 Policy & government The Digital Services Act - EU Digital Strategy Eurostat news · 18 May 2026 Policy & government Cabinet meeting: 18 May 2026 - gov.wales Welsh Government News · 18 May 2026 Policy & government New reforms to stop waste criminals from exploiting loopholes Stricter background checks to be introduced for waste carriers… GOV.UK Defra news — waste · 17 May 2026 Policy & government Sustainable placemaking guidance for successful local centres Advice on how to deliver successful local centres. GOV.UK · 17 May 2026 Policy & government Sustainable placemaking guidance for mobility hubs Advice on how to deliver quality mobility hubs. GOV.UK · 17 May 2026 Policy & government UK deploys new low-cost anti-drone system in the Middle East British citizens and regional partners will be better protected against drone attacks as the Royal Air Force deploys a new low-cost anti-drone weapon on operations in the Middle East. GOV.UK · 16 May 2026