Policy & government

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 26 Jul 2026.

Policy & government Travel with assistance dogs: transport companies and routes Check the air, sea and rail carriers registered with the Animal and Plant Health Agency to transport assistance dogs with their owners. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Youth Matters Fund: delivery partner competition Information on the Youth Matters Fund delivery partner competition and how to apply. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Living in Portugal Information about moving to, living or retiring in Portugal – including visas, working, healthcare and driving. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Mr I Glasscock v Mitie plc: 6014247/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Skills plans to train local people for local jobs New plans published today will make sure local training equips people with skills needed by local employers. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Cost of a bank holiday The Prime Minister has hinted that he would consider a bank holiday if England win the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. How much could this cost the economy? House of Commons Library · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government AI cyber security A collection of policy documents and research papers support the government's work to address cyber security risks to artificial intelligence (AI). GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Mapping of the AI and software security services market Analysis to map the software security and AI security markets. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Elmley Prison Elmley is one of 3 prisons on the Isle of Sheppey, Kent, the other two being HMP Standford Hill and HMP Swaleside. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Watch this space: a new strategic direction for UK media - green paper and public consultation The government is consulting on measures to ensure our media, and television in particular, can continue to play its vitally important role in our society and our democracy. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Pharmacovigilance of Veterinary Medicinal Products in Great Britain Explanation of what Pharmacovigilance means and who is responsible. These documents must be read with the Implementation Explainer at VMD Information Hub. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government UKRI Chair and STFC Chair write to Committee outlining science research funding cuts - UK Parliament Environmental Audit Committee (Commons) · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government CMS Committee writes to Gambling Commission over plans to implement Financial Affordability Assessments - UK Parliament Environmental Audit Committee (Commons) · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government 27 Donnison Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M12 5FR: MAN/00BN/MNR/2026/0177 Leicester Region, Morgan Williams FRICS – Chair & Ms S Johnson, on 17 June 2026. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government 16 Stonehouse Drive, Salford, Greater Manchester. M7 2XY: MAN/00BR/MNR/2026/0227 Leicester Region, Mr. Hefin Lewis FRICS – Valuer Chair & Mr. David Tolley– Tribunal Member, on 17 June 2026. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Medical devices given exceptional use authorisations List of manufacturers and their medical devices granted an exemption by MHRA. The list also includes manufacturers whose exemption expired or was cancelled. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government EU Battery Passport requirements survey The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is seeking views from the battery sector on the upcoming EU Battery Passport requirements. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government A Hayward v Leeds Trinity University: 6012045/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Youth Guarantee The Youth Guarantee looks to ensure young people can access further learning, help to get a job or an apprenticeship. This briefing outlines the guarantee’s components and where it is being trialled. House of Commons Library · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Poverty in the UK: statistics This briefing explains UK poverty statistics, including historical trends and forecasts, and poverty by employment, tenure, ethnicity, disability and region. House of Commons Library · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Is the UK prepared for heatwaves? Amid multiple heatwaves this summer, is the UK is prepared for extreme heat? This briefing provides an overview of the risk posed by heatwaves, government policy, progress and stakeholder comment. House of Commons Library · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government EX17 4RS, Micheal Morgan: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/LP3126MD/A001 View the application submitted by Micheal Morgan for Elmstead House, CREDITON, EX17 4RS GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government BA12 7HE, Edward Flint: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/FP3821LW/A001 View the application submitted by Edward Flint for Bell House, Kingston Deverill, Warminster, BA12 7HE GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government IP13 6JH, Rufus Owen: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/CP3626MY/A001 View the application submitted by Rufus Owen for Oak Tree Farm, Hasketon, WOODBRIDGE, IP13 6JH GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Windrush Compensation Scheme: full rules This guidance explains full details of the Windrush Compensation Scheme. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Working for FSA Current vacancies, our employment structure, the benefits of working for us and the code of conduct our employees must follow. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Bundestag ebnet Weg für klimaneutralen Kapazitätsmarkt und Wasserstoffhochlauf im Kraftwerksbereich Deutschland sichert Stromversorgung mit neuem Gesetz: 12 GW zusätzliche Kapazitäten durch wasserstofffähige Kraftwerke, Speicher und flexible Lasten als Einstieg in einen klimaneutralen Kapazitätsmarkt ab 2045. BMUV (German environment ministry, English) · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Local Skills Improvement Plans and Employer Representative Bodies Key information on the development, implementation and review of Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) and how to get involved. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Parking – what works where This updated second edition explores common car parking treatments and reviews how successful they are in providing adequate levels of safe parking. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government DNR Highlights Accessible Outdoor Options For Universal Recreation Month - Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (.gov) Wisconsin DNR · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government Apply for Department for Education (DfE) personal data How to apply for access to personal data from DfE and its executive agencies. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government PE7 2AZ, Dave Taylor: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/MP3222ME/A001 View the application submitted by Dave Taylor for 194 Wype Road, Eastrea, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 2AZ. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government SO51 6AB, New Forest Care Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/EP3122MU/A001 View the application submitted by New Forest Care Limited for Ridge Farm Activity Centre, Farm, Ridge Lane, Ower, SO51 6AB. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government TR11 5LH, Mr Nigel Grace: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/MP3325MQ /A001 View the application submitted by Mr Nigel Grace for Helford House, Budock Vean Lane, Falmouth, TR11 5LH. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government SY8 4AD, Acorn Norfolk Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/TP3826LW View the application submitted by Acorn Norfolk Limited for Overton School, Hereford Road, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 4AD. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government LN5 9ED, Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/KP3224MW/A001 View the application submitted by Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Limited for North Hykeham Relief Road, South Hykeham Road, South Hykeham, LN5 9ED. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government BA12 7DS, Victoria Hamilton: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/ZP3922MA/A001 View the application submitted by Victoria Hamilton for Cowdown Cottage, 52 Sand Street, Longbridge Deverill, Wiltshire, BA12 7DS. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government DN14 8EL, David Stainsby: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/EP3022ML/A001 View the application submitted by David Stainsby for Mill House, Swinfleet Fields, Goole, East Riding of Yorkshire, DN14 8EL. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government DN12 2AQ, Mr John Towndrow and Mrs Heather Towndrow: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/VP3922MN/A001 View the application submitted by Mr John Towndrow and Mrs Heather Towndrow for The Lodge, Carr Grange Farm, Common Road, Conisborough, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN12 2AQ. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026 Policy & government PE34 3AL, Palm Paper Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/FP3132UE/V013 View the application submitted by Palm Paper Limited for Saddlebow Paper Mill, Kings Lynn. GOV.UK · 10 Jul 2026