Policy & government
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Pre-election period of sensitivity
Public resources cannot be used for party political campaigning at any time. At elections ministers will normally observe discretion over announcements or decisions that could influence voters.
House of Commons Library · 11 Mar 2026
Policy & government
DB v 1) Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust 2) Secretary of State for Justice: [2026] UKUT 28 (AAC)
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Johnston on 21 January 2026.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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UK joins IEA members in coordinated oil stock release
UK joins International Energy Agency members in coordinated oil stock release.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
Policy & government
Claiming Expenses for Infected Blood: A Service of Recognition, Remembrance and Reflection
This is a page setting out information on claiming expenses for those who need further support for the national service at St. Paul’s Cathedral for the infected blood community on Tuesday 19th May 2026.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
Policy & government
Humanist marriage ceremonies in England and Wales
This briefing paper considers the current status of humanist marriage ceremonies and Law Commission proposals for reforming the law relating to how and where marriages can take place in England and Wales.
House of Commons Library · 11 Mar 2026
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Constituency data: Where are military bases located?
There are over 2,000 military bases in the UK (including reserve bases). Use our interactive dashboard to find out about military bases in your constituency.
House of Commons Library · 11 Mar 2026
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Digital Economy Act 2017: Public Service Delivery Review Board
The Public Service Delivery Review Board reviews proposed data sharing objectives to improve and target public services.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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National co-ordination and advisory framework for the fire service in England
The framework supports fire and rescue services dealing with major incidents and provides valuable support between local and central government.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Advanced nuclear framework
This Framework is designed to support the development, commercialisation and deployment of private innovative nuclear projects within the UK energy system.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Boaters urged to ‘reduce risk and boost skills’ in water safety campaign
HM Coastguard, the RNLI and RYA are working together to launch their water safety campaign aimed at recreational boaters
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Home energy information, advice and guidance
Qualitative research exploring perceptions of home energy advice provision and the customer journey in seeking energy advice.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Comfort taking: evidence review
A rapid evidence assessment exploring ‘comfort taking’, where households choose to heat their home to a higher temperature following installation of a home decarbonisation measure.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Consumer Advice and Information programme: evaluation
The final evaluation of the consumer advice and information programme, exploring successes and challenges, outcomes and value-for-money.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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2 Downside Park, Hyatts Wood Road, Bristol BS48 3EE - CHI/00HC/PHI/2024/0059
Southern Region, Mr I R Perry FRICS, Mr M R Jenkinson and Mr J S Reichel MRICS on 3 March 2026
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Using the nutrient neutrality calculators
How to use the calculators to work out a nutrient budget for residential developments in nutrient neutrality catchments.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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DfE update 11 March 2026
Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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CMA examines concerns about heating oil
The CMA is examining heating oil amid concerns about rising prices due to conflict in the Middle East.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Cost of Net Zero by 2050 less than a single fossil fuel price shock – CCC
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has released a new report to complement its 2025 advice on the UK’s Seventh Carbon Budget. The independent, statutory…
Climate Change Committee · 11 Mar 2026
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Government support for carnivals
A Westminster Hall debate on government support for carnivals is scheduled for Thursday 12 March 2026. The debate was selected by the backbench business committee, and will be opened by Sarah Dyke MP and Dan Aldridge MP.
House of Commons Library · 11 Mar 2026
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North Sea oil and gas
How much oil and gas remains in the UK Continental Shelf, where does it go, and how is this changing?
POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 11 Mar 2026
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International Women’s Day
A general debate on International Women's Day is scheduled for Thursday 12 March 2026 in the House of Commons chamber.
House of Commons Library · 11 Mar 2026
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New charter to support women in research: open letter to research funders
An open letter from Science Secretary Liz Kendall inviting UK research funders to join a new voluntary charter improving outcomes for women in research.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Forensic Information Databases annual report 2024 to 2025
The report includes information on the National Fingerprint Database policing collections and the National DNA Database.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Stop ragwort and other injurious weeds from spreading
How to stop harmful weeds spreading onto land used for grazing livestock or growing crops, how to dispose of them and how to report them if they’ve spread.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Mrs D Schwartzel v GMB Union and Trade Union Legal LLP: 3304951/2022 and 3311394/2023
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Testing advice for specific vehicles: guidance for MOT testers
What MOT testers need to know about how to test certain makes and models of vehicles (previously called vehicle specific information).
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Evaluation of the NI Cyber AI Hub programme
An evaluation setting out progress on the Cyber-AI Hub Programme being delivered in Northern Ireland by Queen’s University Belfast.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Planning inspector roles: apply by 15 March 2026
The Planning Inspectorate is recruiting experienced built environment professionals to become planning inspectors, determining planning appeals across England.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Afghan Resettlement Programme: policy guidance
How existing and new arrivals will be managed under the Afghan Resettlement Programme.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Results from the Northern Ireland Annual Business Inquiry 2024
The NIABI is a key resource for measuring the size, performance and structure of the Northern Ireland business economy.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Developing faster indicators of transport activity information
Methodology notes for the timelier transport activity indicators for topical issues relating to transport.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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UKEF backs Leicester sustainable packaging firm in Australian expansion
UK Export Finance announces support for a UK luxury sustainable packaging company to expand into new foreign markets.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Vaccine update: issue 369, February 2026
Latest developments in vaccines, vaccination policies and procedures for immunisation practitioners.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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New investment to boost warehouse space and help Kenyan businesses grow
Investments from the UK’s MOBILIST programme and the Private Infrastructure Development Group enabled a KES 5 billion listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Statement to the 111th Session of the Executive Council of the OPCW
Statement by His Excellency Chris Rampling, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the 111th Executive Council of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Government to tackle speculative demand grid connection requests
Reforms will strengthen conditions for joining and remaining in the queue for demand connections, and prioritise projects that deliver growth and jobs.
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Don’t miss out: Final call for farmers to secure Year 1 Suckler Cow Scheme Payment - Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
Northern Ireland Environment Agency · 11 Mar 2026
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Pollutants of the PRTR - Situation in Germany - Reporting years 2007 - 2024 - Umweltbundesamt
Umweltbundesamt (German EPA, English) · 11 Mar 2026
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AGL2640 - Operational assurance overview: Health and Safety: Manual handling
GOV.UK · 11 Mar 2026
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Constituency data: Religion (Census 2021, 2022)
Find out how many people identify with different faiths in your constituency, based on the latest census data.
House of Commons Library · 10 Mar 2026