Policy & government

Policy & government Building climate-resilient agriculture in Europe: an economic perspective This briefing links climate hazards to farm vulnerability and economic impacts and synthesises quantified findings from 51 European farm-level case studies to demonstrate that climate-resilient agriculture (CRA) is a strategic economic imperative for Europe’s food security and rural prosperity. European Environment Agency — news · 17 Mar 2026 Policy & government Pubs, restaurants and hotels slash bills with energy saving tool Pubs, restaurants and hotels slash energy bills with free energy saving and carbon reduction tool. GOV.UK · 17 Mar 2026 Policy & government Future of news is local, says Culture Secretary, as she launches the first action plan to back local news in a generation First local media strategy in a generation guarantees up to £12m funding for local media’s digital innovation, for community radio and to fill ‘news deserts’ GOV.UK · 17 Mar 2026 Policy & government UK’s "Quantum leap"  to help beat disease, deliver high-paid jobs, and strengthen national security, as first country in the world to roll out Quantum computers at scale  UK unveils new package of measures to become the first country in the world to roll out Quantum computers at scale. GOV.UK · 17 Mar 2026 Policy & government £1.4bn flood investment unleashed to protect homes and businesses £830m in funding for flood schemes for 2026/27 to improve protection for tens of thousands of homes and businesses – part of record investment of at least £10.5 billion between 2024-2036 GOV.UK · 17 Mar 2026 Policy & government Prime Minister hosts reception to celebrate grassroots sport and announce further facilities investments Sir Andrew Strauss was among the attendees at Downing Street celebration of grassroots sport GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Access to cash and banking services In recent years the use of cash and bank branches has fallen, but initiatives aim to maintain access to cash and in person banking services House of Commons Library · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Welfare state to working state Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Rt Hon Pat McFadden MP speech announcing a further £1 billion investment in youth employment support and reforms to apprenticeships. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Government support for freedom of religion or belief in China A Westminster Hall debate on government support for freedom of religion or belief in China is scheduled for Wednesday 18 March 2026, from 2:30pm to 4:00pm. The debate will be led by Marie Rimmer MP. House of Commons Library · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Chancellor Rachel Reeves meeting with Tánaiste Simon Harris Readout of a meeting between UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Irish Minister for Finance & Tánaiste Simon Harris who met in London today. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Long-term defence commitment in Scotland helps secure jobs and billions in export deals Increased defence investment and dedication to Scottish defence industry directly supported £1.1bn in inward investment with defence firm Thales, securing and sustaining over 500 jobs. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Get more help to apply for medicines Integrated Scientific Advice (ISA) Extra information for the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Integrated Scientific Advice (ISA) service. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government NatureScot Statutory Consultation Duties Investigation - Informal Resolution Report - Environmental Standards Scotland Environmental Standards Scotland · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Nuclear Decommissioning Authority group Business Plan 2026 to 2029 The NDA Business Plan sets out key activities and expected progress for all of the NDA’s nuclear sites over the next 3 years. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Faecal contamination: challenges for the water environment The evidence of faecal contamination, sources of contamination and control measures. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Financial Ombudsman Service reform to deliver fast and impartial complaint resolution The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) will undergo the most significant package of reforms since its inception. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Data Centre Campus, Wapseys Wood, Buckinghamshire: Section 35 Direction, Planning Act 2008 Direction by the Secretary of State relating to a proposed business or commercial project: application by Slough Holdings UK Limited. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Visitor Economy Advisory Council A joint industry and government-led board composed of employers, small businesses and representative organisations from across the visitor economy. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Connected applications: caseworker guidance This guidance tells HM Passport Office staff about connected applications. It includes how to process connected applications on Digital Application Processing. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage: Low Pay Commission remit 2026 The government’s remit to the Low Pay Commission (LPC) outlining areas to consider when recommending the 2027 National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage rates. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Wales - public access to military areas Information about public access to military-owned land in Wales. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Condition of roads in rural areas There will be a Westminster Hall debate on the condition of roads in rural areas on 17 March 2026. The debate will be opened by Stuart Anderson MP (Conservative, South Shropshire). House of Commons Library · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Global Fraud Summit keynote speech Lord Hanson delivered the keynote speech at the Global Fraud Summit in Vienna. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government What are data centres and how sustainable are they? Data centres underpin most aspects of modern life, including economic activity, cloud services, and how we interact with one another. How many does the UK have, and how do they affect the environment? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Korean Air / Asiana Airlines merger inquiry The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigated the anticipated acquisition by Korean Air Lines Co., Ltd of Asiana Airlines Inc. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Income This section provides information on income for schools. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Evaluation of the Renters’ Rights Act: Privacy notice This privacy notice explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government PM remarks: 16 March 2026 The Prime Minister's remarks at a press conference in Downing Street. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government UKAEA-Eni Tritium Loop Facility expands international partnership Canada's Kinectrics announced as the design and fabrication partner for the UKAEA-Eni H3AT Tritium Loop Facility, a world-leading tritium research facility. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Ecotricity Group Limited v (1) The Information Commissioner (2) The Animal and Plant Health Agency: [2026] UKUT 24 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge West on 19 January 2026. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Housing Benefit for local authorities: adjudication circulars Adjudication circulars (A circulars) provide updates to the Housing Benefit guidance manual for local authority staff. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government £45M for UK’s first AI supercomputer to accelerate fusion energy 1.4MW mission-focused supercomputer named ‘Sunrise’, primed to be the world's most powerful AI supercomputer dedicated to fusion energy. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Complaint to UK NCP by Possible about British Airways plc A complaint was filed by Possible: the 10:10 Foundation alleging that British Airways plc has made misleading statements regarding its environmental performance. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government UK fusion strategy 2026 A strategy to accelerate growth of the fusion industry, grow supply chains and skills, and position the UK as a global leader in commercial fusion. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Voluntary National Insurance contributions for periods abroad from 6 April 2026 This tax information and impact note is about changes to voluntary National Insurance contributions for periods abroad from 6 April 2026. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government UK announces emergency humanitarian response funding for Lebanon Alongside our ongoing diplomatic efforts, the UK is providing over £5 million in funding to support thousands of displaced civilians across Lebanon. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government UK-Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein FTA Sub-Committee on Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD): joint minutes, 11 November 2025 Summary of the second meeting of the UK-Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Free Trade Agreement Sub-Committee on Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD). GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Over £50 million to help families struggling with soaring heating oil costs Families to benefit from over £50 million to help people pay for the rising cost of heating oil.  GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Accreditation Guidance for business and government departments. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026 Policy & government Major funding boost to divert women from a life of crime Thousands more vulnerable women trapped in a revolving door of crime will receive drug, employment and housing support as part of £31.6 million funding boost. GOV.UK · 16 Mar 2026