Policy & government

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Policy & government First Olympics in the North of England in government’s sights alongside stadium regeneration push Initial strategic assessment commissioned into potential bid for Olympic and Paralympic Games in the North of England in the 2040s GOV.UK · 16 May 2026 Policy & government Bioenergy - Department of Energy (.gov) US Department of Energy · 16 May 2026 Policy & government The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered challenges across the world: UK statement at the UN Economic and Social Council Statement by Helen King, UK Ambassador to ECOSOC, at the UN Economic and Social Council meeting on Safeguarding energy and supply flows: Supporting global development through international cooperation. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Minister of State (Minister for Skills) The minister’s Department for Education (DfE) responsibilities include: governance, intervention and accountability of further education colleges funding for education and training, provision and outcomes for 16- to 19-year-olds further education financial stability and workforce access to higher education, participation and lifelong learning entitlement quality of higher education and the student GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government BD3 9SX, HAWORTH SCOURING COMPANY LIMITED: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/BS6025IF/V009 View the application submitted by HAWORTH SCOURING COMPANY LIMITED for Cashmere Works, Bradford. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government A v Mr K Sahota and Mr A S Bhatia: 1304208/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Statistics at Defra We publish Official Statistics relating to the environment, rural communities, food, and farming. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Farmer fined after pollution kills a thousand fish Protected salmon and trout died in the pollution incident, and the watercourse was still impacted two years later. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government HR4 8AH, Stuart Perkins: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/TP3536MZ/V007 View the application submitted by Stuart Perkins for Upper House Poultry Farm, Moreton-on-Lugg. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Cryptoassets What cryptoassets are, how they work, their history, the benefits and risks, and UK regulation. House of Commons Library · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Tribunals statistics quarterly: October to December 2025 Type and volume of tribunal cases received, disposed of or outstanding. This also includes statistics on the Gender Recognition Certificate applied for and granted by HMCTS Gender Recognition Panel. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government How the honours system works Guidance on the honours system, its integrity and how it works. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Afghanistan: country policy and information notes Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Product safety and legal metrology regulations Lists for local authorities. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Map the Gap (Phase 3) This UKDI competition, run on behalf of Dstl and the British Army, seeks innovations to the taking of Ground Bearing Capacity and wet-gap measurements. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government CV47 2SL, Avonhouse Developments Ltd: environmental permit application advertisement – EPR/SP3423ML/A001 View the application submitted by Avonhouse Developments Ltd for Itchington House, Bishops Itchington, Southam, Wawickshire, CV47 2SL GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government IP6 8NU, Janice Thomas: environmental permit application advertisement – EPR/QP3828MR/A001 View the application submitted by Janice Thomas for Annie May Cottage, Coddenham Road, Ipswich, IP6 8NU GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Employment Rights Act 2025: factsheets Further details on the measures included within the Employment Rights Act 2025. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Mr Michael Godfrey plus 2 others: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/MP3822ML/A001 View the application submitted by Mr Michael Godfrey plus 2 others for Grove Farm Cottage and Headley Grove Farm, Headley Common Road, Headley, Epsom, KT18 6NR. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government The Southport Inquiry: Phase 1 report Phase 1 report of the inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the Southport attack of 29 July 2024. GOV.UK research & statistics — recycling · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Independent investigation of the NHS in England Lord Darzi's report on the state of the National Health Service in England. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Better Futures Fund: Delivery Partner Round 1 Apply to be the delivery partner for Round 1 of the Better Futures Fund. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Arrested or in prison in Pakistan This guidance provides information for British nationals arrested in Pakistan including prison conditions. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Submission advice for a veterinary marketing authorisation How to submit an application, data package and responses for proposed or existing marketing authorisations. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government The English Law Promotion Panel The English Law Promotion Panel supports the government’s mission to drive economic growth and strengthen the UK’s global competitiveness, as set out in the UK’s modern Industrial Strategy.   GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Bird gatherings: apply for a specific licence for poultry or other captive birds Apply for a specific licence to hold a bird gathering of poultry or other captive birds in England. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government China travel advice FCDO travel advice for China. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister address to the FDA union Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister address to the FDA union GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government CMA conditionally clears Getty merger with Shutterstock CMA independent inquiry group concludes deal can proceed if Shutterstock sells its editorial business GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Connect to Work This is a work programme in England and Wales to help disabled people, those with health conditions and people with complex barriers to employment, to find sustainable work. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Politics or Hollywood? A keynote speech by Jessica Lennard, CMA Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer, delivered at the W@CompetitionUK and SuperWomen of Colour event. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Military Aviation Noise Contours Information about Military Aviation Noise Contours. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government General licence to move live animals from a bluetongue restricted zone to a final destination in Scotland (EXD608(EW)) Use this licence to move live animals from a bluetongue restricted zone to a final destination in Scotland. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government The Magenta Book HM Treasury guidance on what to consider when designing an evaluation. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Product Safety Report: FAI TOP High Pressure Washer Gun sold via Amazon (2604-0206) Product Safety Report for FAI TOP High Pressure Washer Gun sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of injuries. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government How can people prove their identity? This briefing addresses some frequently asked questions from constituents about the types of recognised UK identity documents people may apply for and the contexts in which proof of identity or age is required. House of Commons Library · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Yaheetech Barrel-Shaped Chair (2604-0178a) Product Recall for Yaheetech Barrel-Shaped Chair presenting a serious risk of fire. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Yaheetech Velvet Convertible Sofa Bed (2604-0178b) Product Recall for Yaheetech Velvet Convertible Sofa Bed presenting a serious risk of fire. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government Ms C Green v Olives Solicitors Ltd: 2303244/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026 Policy & government RPC opinion: impact of Sporting Events Bill Regulatory Policy Committee opinion of the quality of the evidence and analysis in the impact assessment for the regulatory measure. GOV.UK · 15 May 2026