Policy & government
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Defra Accounting Officer system statement 2025
The Accounting Officer system statement sets out the accountability relationships and processes within the department.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Interim Chair appointed at Office for Environmental Protection
The appointment comes as Dame Glenys Stacey steps down as the inaugural Chair
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Cyber security skills in the UK labour market 2025
Research detailing skills needs and job vacancies across the UK cyber security sector.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
UK lenders step up with £11 billion push to back British businesses
UK banks agree £11 billion lending packages to support small business growth, particularly for small and mid-sized enterprises.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
National Planning Policy Framework: proposed reforms and other changes to the planning system
We are seeking views on a revised National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and other changes to the planning system.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
UK announces sanctions against perpetrators of human rights violations in Iran
UK sanctions 10 individuals and one organisation for their role in recent brutality against Iranian protestors.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
14. Strategic Partnerships
This chapter sets out our requirements for Strategic Partnerships with Homes England that are funded through the Shared Ownership and Affordable Homes Programme 2016 to 2021, the Affordable Homes Programme 2021 to 2026 and the Social and Affordable Homes Programme 2026 to 2036.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Joint statement on the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee and Trade and Cooperation Agreement Partnership Council meetings, 2 February 2026
Joint statement by the UK Minister for the Cabinet Office Nick Thomas-Symonds and the European Commissioner, Maroš Šefčovič
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Positioning, Navigation and Timing
Information and guidance about Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT).
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Positioning, Navigation and Timing: Overview
Guidance on Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT), why it matters and the government framework for Greater PNT Resilience.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
CV7 7LH, Berkswell Recycling Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/DB3508MA/V009
View the application submitted by Berkswell Recycling Limited for Berkswell Quarry, Coventry.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Low Carbon Contracts Company and Electricity Settlements Company operational costs: 2026/27, 2027/28 and 2028/29
We're seeking views on the operational cost levies for the Low Carbon Contracts Company and the Electricity Settlements Company 2026/27, 2027/28 and 2028/29.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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CW5 6DB, Nick Brookes: Appeal Reference APP/EPR/684
Appeal by Nick Brookes against an Enforcement Notice issued under Regulation 36.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Register for Landfill Tax or change your registration details
Find out who Landfill Tax applies to and how you can register or change your registration details.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Our governance
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Mr A Jokiel v STEF Langdons Ltd: 8001393/2025
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Foreign Secretary sets out new cooperation on illegal migration from Horn of Africa on visit to Ethiopia
Foreign Secretary sets out how she is strengthening FCDO action to tackle illegal migration on her first visit to Africa in the role.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Nature security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security
This strategic assessment explores how global biodiversity loss and the collapse of critical ecosystems could affect the UK’s resilience, security and prosperity.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Emma Bourne OBE
Emma Bourne OBE was appointed Director General for EU Reset and Trade at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in February 2026. She leads Defra’s work on trade with the EU and the rest of the world. Prior to this, Emma was Director for Circular Economy at Defra, leading major reforms of the UK’s packaging sectors and the development of a plan to support greater resource circulari
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Emily Miles
Emily Miles was appointed Director General for Food, Farming and Biosecurity at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in September 2024. She leads Defra’s work on the food system, farming, biosecurity for animals and plants including at the border, and animal welfare. She also line manages the chief executives of the Animal and Plant Health Agency, Rural Payments Agency and Veter
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Financial sanctions licensing: supplementary guidance
Guidance from OFSI for licence applications: licensing principles, delegation frameworks, and permitted 'reasonable' payments for staff and travel expenses.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Landfill methane: measurement and metrics
Assesses methods for measuring methane emissions from landfills and considers how those measurements could be used in regulation.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Sexually transmitted infections: East of England data
Report presenting data for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the East of England.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Children's social care surveys: guidance for providers
Guidance for children's social care providers about distributing the 2026 annual survey, including a promotional poster that they can use.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Summary of Product Characteristics and product literature for veterinary medicines
Guidance for the veterinary pharmaceutical industry on the production and submission of the Summary of Product Characteristics (SPCs) and product literature mock-ups.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Product Literature Standard (PLS) for veterinary medicines
Guidance for the veterinary pharmaceutical industry on the production of mock-ups for assessment.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Joint assessment for veterinary medicines for use in the UK and Ireland
Guidance for the veterinary pharmaceutical industry on how to apply for and maintain a shared-label for use on veterinary medicines placed on the market in the UK and Ireland.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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RSR: Guidance for leadership and management at nuclear sites
Describes our expectations for leadership and management systems by radioactive substances activity permit holders who are also nuclear site licensees in England and Wales.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Jacq Longrigg
Jacq Longrigg, NDA group People Development Director, joined the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) in 2018. Jacq is an experienced HR and skills leader, with extensive knowledge and experience in the education, skills and nuclear sectors. Jacq’s role includes being the NDA representative on the recent National Nuclear Skills Task Force, supporting the development of the National Nuclear Stra
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Bahrain: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
This information is provided to help British nationals overseas following a rape or other form of sexual assault overseas.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Liberia - legal and prison systems
Information on legal and detention systems, in Liberia, for British nationals abroad.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Plan your visit - Banff National Park - Parks Canada
Environment and Climate Change Canada · 2 Feb 2026
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Adverse possession of registered land (PG4)
Guidance about adverse possession of registered land. Aimed at conveyancers (practice guide 4).
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Pending prosecutions in asylum claims: caseworker guidance
Immigration staff guidance on dealing with asylum claims from claimants with a pending prosecution.
GOV.UK · 2 Feb 2026
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Ms N Rogers and others v HHGL Ltd T/a Homebase (in administration) and The Secretary of State for Business and Trade: 2302764/2025 and others
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Miss A Epelle v Clyde and Co LLP and Others: 2219743/2024
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Mr S Ahmed v London Chamber of Commerce and Industry: 6019201/2024
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Ms Patzka v WRC Recycling Ltd: 4100376/2025
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Ms M Clark v I.C.T.S (UK) Ltd: 8000254/2025
Employment Tribunal decision.
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026
Policy & government
Update on 'Do’s and Don’ts' of incorporating a CIC online
We’ve identified the most common mistakes for each document you need to submit and compiled a list of Hints and Tips to get you on your way, whether applying online or submitting via paper application
GOV.UK · 1 Feb 2026