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Policy & government Celebrating the First Anniversary of UK's Accession to CPTPP Local business enjoys sweet success in Japan following UK’s access to major trading bloc. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2025 Policy & government New laws bring the world of work into the 21st century Over 15 million people across the UK are expected to benefit as the Employment Rights Act receives Royal Assent. GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2025 Policy & government ECSH155000 - Making Referrals and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) GOV.UK · 18 Dec 2025 Policy & government Changes to nutrient neutrality in England This POSTnote summarises the challenges and options for reducing nutrient pollution in river catchments currently subject to 'nutrient neutrality' planning advice POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Department for Transport Statistics contact information Contact details for statistical queries at DfT. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Plastic wet wipes ban Understand which wipes will be banned, when plastic wet wipes can still be sold, and how the ban will be enforced. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Alan Milburn calls for a 'movement' to address lost generation of young people not earning or learning as investigation opens Former Heath Secretary Alan Milburn has today launched his groundbreaking investigation into the causes of record unemployment and inactivity among 16 to 24 year olds with a call for young people and a range of experts to come forward with their views. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Request for planning permission: Entertainment Resort Complex, Bedford This consultation invites comments on a request for planning permission for an Entertainment Resort Complex and associated development at the former Brickworks and adjoining land, Kempston Hardwick, Bedford. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government UKAEA Sustainability Strategy The strategy outlines UKAEA’s commitment to delivering fusion energy research sustainably. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Engagement insight report appendix: 10 Year Health Plan for England Appendix to the engagement insight report, detailing the views of members of the public and health and care staff that contributed to the development of the 10 Year Health Plan for England. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Partner engagement insight report: 10 Year Health Plan for England Report detailing the views of organisations with an interest in health and care that contributed to the development of the 10 Year Health Plan for England. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Future regulatory regime for benchmarks and benchmark administrators This consultation seeks views on the proposal to reform the UK’s existing benchmarks regime and replace it with the Specified Authorised Benchmarks Regime (SABR). GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government MIN 674 (M) Amendment 4 guidance for shipowners regarding seafarers affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine This notice outlines information on Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) requirements and certification for seafarers affected by the conflict in Ukraine. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government £78bn for councils in turning point settlement to cut deprivation The funding injection is aimed at restoring pride, and councils will have more resources available to bring back libraries, youth services and community hubs.  GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Quota application mechanism: apply for 2026 English quota Use the quota application mechanism (QAM) to apply for English fishing quota. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Mr H S Langridge v Fusion Consulting Group Ltd: 3300415/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Mr L Render and Mr B Wilson v Hornbees Waste Management Ltd: 3308756/2024 and 3308757/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Mr K Swords v Ministry of Defence: 3306470/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government UK supports South Africa’s low-carbon transition with new Climate Finance Accelerator The UK-funded Climate Finance Accelerator South Africa has opened its fourth call for proposals, offering tailored support to low-carbon projects. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Successful crackdown on illegal waste carriers in East Anglia Communities are better protected from illegal waste operators following a successful year of roadside checks by the Environment Agency, police and partners. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Statutory security of supply report: 2025 Annual report to Parliament on the supply of electricity, gas and oil to meet the demands of consumers in Great Britain. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government SP v RAD Group Ltd and Others: 3311126/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Energy bill reductions: statement to energy suppliers Statement to energy suppliers on how we expect savings to be passed on to consumers. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government UK Shared Prosperity Fund UK Shared Prosperity Fund supporting documents. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Mr M Burke v Magna Exteriors (Liverpool) Ltd: 2403207/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Creative Industries Council The Creative Industries Council is a joint forum between the creative industries and government. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government UK sends automated turrets and missiles to shoot down Russian drones, as part of £600 million air defence package for Ukraine The UK has committed £600 million in air-defence capabilities, including cutting edge turrets that can shoot down Russian drones to support Ukraine through the winter. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government EX14 1SQ, Future Industrial Services Limited: environmental permit issued - EPR/YP3835DZ/V006 View the permit issued for South West Waste Recovery Facility, Honiton under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Social Fund account 2024 to 2025 This document provides a statement of accounts for the Social Fund for the financial year 2024 to 2025. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government UKAEA and NDA strengthen collaborative approach to decommissioning UKAEA and NDA sign formal agreement to share knowledge and expertise, advancing the delivery of major decommissioning programmes. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Hexavalent combination vaccine: programme guidance Guidance for healthcare practitioners on the hexavalent vaccine programme, including its use in the selective neonatal hepatitis B programme. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Contracts for Difference and Capacity Market scheme update 2025 Annual update to Parliament on the progress made by government on the policy mechanisms implemented under the Electricity Market Reform programme. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Extended producer responsibility for packaging: report packaging data Guidance for organisations who may need to report packaging data because they are affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government New DVSA Chief Executive named to tackle driving test backlog Beverley Warmington appointed DVSA Chief Executive to lead agency operations and deliver plans to cut driving test backlog and improve services for learners. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Demand responsive transport Guidance for local authorities in England on how to provide demand responsive transport (DRT). GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government DSIT annual report and accounts 2024 to 2025 DSIT annual report for the year ending 31 March 2025. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Forecasts for the UK economy: December 2025 A comparison of independent forecasts for the UK economy in December 2025. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Migration Advisory Committee: annual report, 2025 This is the sixth annual report that the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) have produced under their expanded remit. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Green Gas Support Scheme: budget management Details of the budget management mechanisms of the Green Gas Support Scheme. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025 Policy & government Proposals for permitting of waste motor vehicles: standard rules consultation 33 We want your views on our proposals for standard rules permit for the storage and treatment of waste motor vehicles. GOV.UK · 17 Dec 2025