Policy & government

Policy & government Smart Data opportunities in digital markets We are seeking views on whether and how to introduce a Smart Data scheme in digital markets, using the new powers provided under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Government’s Sovereign AI invests in British-founded AI company redefining how medicines are designed Isomorphic Labs – a company using frontier AI for drug design and development – is the latest to receive investment from Sovereign AI. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government UK–EU Agreement on Gibraltar: Draft text and next steps The UK and EU have agreed the text of a treaty on Gibraltar's relationship with the EU, linking Gibraltar to the EU Schengen area and EU customs union House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government North East AI drive to boost local skills and business growth opportunities Primary school children and teachers set to gain AI and digital skills as North East AI Growth Zone Taskforce meets to drive local opportunity GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Upper Tribunal (Tax and Chancery) register of cases A list of upcoming tax tribunal appeal hearings, including details of previous cases. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Scottish Parliament elections 2026 Elections to the Scottish Parliament took place on 7 May 2026. The Scottish National Party won the most seats, followed by Labour and Reform UK. House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Main Estimates: Government spending plans for 2026/27 This briefing summarises 2026/27’s Main Estimates, the way in which Parliament approves the Government’s spending plans for the year. House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government CNC launch Live Well programme The CNC’s Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing (OHSW) team have launched a six-month lifestyle support programme to help staff to improve their health. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government New fertiliser regulations to back British farmers and cut pollution New plans aim to support British farmers by improving supply resilience to global market shocks and supporting innovation in the fertiliser sector. GOV.UK news & communications — recycling · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Public Sector Fraud Authority: Fraud Risk Assessment Accelerator Tool to generate initial drafts of Fraud Risk Assessments. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Pupil premium: allocations and conditions of grant 2025 to 2026 Published allocations and conditions of grant for the 2025 to 2026 financial year GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government MGN 624 (M+F) Amendment 3 Carcinogens and mutagens regulations 2007 Amendment 3 outlines information for the protection of those working on board ships from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens and mutagens. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Community Amateur Sports Clubs detailed guidance notes Find out about how the Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) scheme works and about reliefs you might be able to benefit from. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 (Closed) A grant to help buy items that improve productivity, manage slurry and improve animal health and welfare. Applications closed at midday on 12 May 2026 GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Road safety The Road Safety Strategy, published in January 2026, establishes a new policy direction for the UK. It sets targets to reduce deaths and serious injuries by 65% by 2035. House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government New targets installed at Holbeach to enhance Defence training Two new repurposed marine vessel targets have been successfully delivered and installed at Holbeach Air Weapons Range (AWR). GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Find out how our time management learning could help your team Read how these free learning packs have been developed to to help teams to build practical time management skills together. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government HMPPS accredited programmes This list includes all the accredited programmes that are available to service users. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Mobile phones in schools (England) A short overview of policy relating to mobile phone use in English schools, and related discussions House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Research at HMPPS Conducting Research in Prisons, Probation or HMPPS Headquarters GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Migration Advisory Committee meeting minutes 2025 Minutes of meetings held by the Migration Advisory Committee in 2025. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Stamp duty land tax: Current situation and developments since 2020 This briefing explains the current rates of stamp duty land tax and of the property transaction taxes in Scotland and Wales, and proposals for reform. House of Commons Library · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Submit your Self Assessment tax return early Benefits and step-by-step guide on how to get your tax return done early. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Mr R Tedd v Surrey County Council: [2026] EAT 66 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Andrew Burns, Deputy Judge of the High Court on 12 May 2026. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Care to Learn guidance Funding guidance for organisations delivering the Care to Learn (C2L) scheme for the academic year. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Financial sanctions general guidance General guidance for UK financial sanctions GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Noise and vibration management: environmental permits How UK environment agencies assess noise, legal requirements for managing noise, noise impact assessments and noise management plans. This replaces H3 guidance. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Plant health news Read the latest plant health news from the Forestry Commission. Sign up to the plant health newsletter to receive up-to-date forestry trade news. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Direct Air Capture and Greenhouse Gas Removal Innovation Programme: selected projects This competition provides funding for developing technologies that enable the removal of greenhouse gases from the atmosphere in the UK. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Local government reorganisation in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove, and West Sussex This consultation seeks views on the local government reorganisation proposals we have received from councils in East Sussex and Brighton and Hove, and West Sussex. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Decision for Robert Alan Gassor (OH2052168) Written decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the West of England for Robert Alan Gassor as operator and transport manager GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Modified proposals for local government reorganisation in West Sussex This consultation seeks views on a potential modification to a proposal for local government reorganisation in West Sussex. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Microeconomics Unit research The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) research into competition, innovation, productivity and growth. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Supply chains and market power This paper is part of the Microeconomics Unit’s ongoing growth programme, supporting the government’s growth mission by delivering economic research focused on critical drivers and blockers of economic growth. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board Meets to Advance Combined Operations Efforts The Combined Space Operations Initiative Principals' Board convened on 17 April 2026, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Who stays, who leaves? Evidence from the Skilled Worker route Report on the factors that influence how long skilled migrants stay in the UK. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of £1 million The 12 winning projects will provide more people with healthier and sustainable active travel options across England. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Universal Credit sanctions statistics: background information and methodology Information about sanctions statistics and methodology including the purpose, source, definitions and limitations of the statistics covered. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Move to Universal Credit, July 2022 to end March 2026 These official statistics under development cover the number of people who have been sent managed migration notices inviting them to claim Universal Credit. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026 Policy & government Universal Credit quarterly statistics, 29 April 2013 to 12 February 2026 Statistics for the number of people on Universal Credit by geography, age, conditionality regime, duration, employment (including self employment), ethnicity and Move to Universal Credit. GOV.UK · 12 May 2026