Policy & government

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Policy & government Grant funding for early career training programme for mentors (ECTPM) Guidance for schools and local authorities on funding for schools using one of the DfE funded training providers to deliver early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) from 1 September 2025. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK Government gives voice to nature at COP30 climate conference UK accelerates global leadership on nature at COP30 GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Grant funding for early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) year 2 time off timetable and mentor support Guidance for schools and local authorities on funding to support the early career teacher entitlement (ECTE) GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Belém Declaration on Fertilisers The Belém Declaration on Fertilisers urges for more to be done to enhance nutrient use efficiency and reduce emissions from fertiliser production. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Trade remedies notices: anti-dumping duty on imports of biodiesel originating from China Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the anti-dumping duty on imports of biodiesel originating from China. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government MIN 714 (M) Amendment 1 proposed implementation of MLC 2006, amendments 2022 Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Chancellor appoints infrastructure and planning adviser to clear path for new investments Leading lawyer, Catherine Howard, appointed to advise Chancellor on the next phase of planning and infrastructure reforms as she vows to ‘do what it takes to get Britain building’ GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Mr R Sharp and Mr D Lewis v Xylem Water Solutions UK Ltd: 1400459/2019 and 1400652/2019 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government New Government guarantee to strengthen UK critical minerals supply chains Financing guarantee by UK Export Finance is now available to bolster domestic critical minerals capabilities. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Zero emission vans: regulatory flexibility Seeks views on proposals to reduce regulatory burdens for businesses operating zero emission vans. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Second brother to hand back illegal waste profits Banned rubbish could have filled three Albert Halls. Confiscation order comes as Environment Agency closes 750 illegal waste sites in 12 months GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government National Environmental Science Program - DCCEEW Australian DCCEEW · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Reducing food waste - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Baseline Food Loss and Waste Report Launched - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Brilliant Borders: Kenya's Customs goes digital A new app will save time and money for big businesses and small traders alike, as a longstanding Kenya-UK partnership further improves cross-border trade. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Nuclear Regulatory Review 2025 The Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce has examined all aspects of the regulation of civil and defence nuclear and produced this review. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government LN6 9BT, Lincwaste Limited: permit partial surrender issued - EPR/BW2978ID/S012 View the partial surrender issued for Whisby Landfill, Whisby under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Taskforce calls for radical reset of nuclear regulation in UK Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce publishes final report and calls for radical reset of overly complex nuclear regulatory system. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government ATACPD19000 - Issuing and guaranteeing associations GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Seagrass protection and recovery Information and guidance on UK seagrass, the value of this important marine habitat and the Marine Management Organisation's role in supporting its protection and recovery in England. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government More targeted R&D investment towards driving UK growth and jobs unveiled by Technology Secretary UKRI will deploy significant taxpayer backing to support government priorities, investing billions in UK expertise and innovation for growth and renewal. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Government acts on top business concern and cuts electricity bills for thousands of manufacturers by up to 25% The Government launches a consultation on the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme to cut electricity bills for 7,000 manufacturers and boost finance access with a £4 billion British Business Bank plan. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government The United Kingdom will continue to work with all partners to implement Resolution 2803 and to forge a just and lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians, anchored in a two-state solution: UK statement at the UN Security Council Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Liz Kendall’s speech at Innovation for Growth Summit A speech delivered by Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall, at Innovation for Growth Summit on Monday 24 November 2025. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government Millions to benefit from new health and wellbeing quiz Millions of Brits could boost their mood by spending 5 minutes taking a Healthy Choices Quiz launched by the government and the NHS. GOV.UK · 24 Nov 2025 Policy & government First rail freeze in 30 years to ease the cost of living Rail fares frozen for the first time in 30 years in historic intervention to deliver real savings for millions of commuters. GOV.UK · 23 Nov 2025 Policy & government Growth and opportunity set to be at the heart of UK-hosted G20 The UK will host the G20 in 2027, the Prime Minister has confirmed today. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2025 Policy & government From smartphones to fridges: UK to end overreliance on imports of critical minerals The Government has launched the UK’s new Critical Minerals Strategy. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2025 Policy & government £4bn maritime deal with Indonesia set to boost British jobs and support Indo-Pacific security The UK and Indonesia have agreed a landmark £4 billion maritime deal securing 1000 jobs in the UK in the latest boost for the British industry. GOV.UK · 22 Nov 2025 Policy & government Overview of Best Start Family Hubs and family help services - Local Government Association Local Government Association · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Asylum and returns policy statement This policy statement sets out significant reforms to the UK’s asylum and returns policy. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government BIR/00CN/ERO/2024/0613 Castlemaine House, Culvert Road, Battersea, London, SW11 5BG Midlands Region M Gandham GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Flat 1, 149 Medina Road, B11 3SB: BIR/00CN/LSC/2024/0015 Midland region Mr G S Freckelton FRICS, Mr P Morris FRICS FAAV MCI. Arb on 30 April 2025 GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK-Greece Strategic Bilateral Framework: third annual review, 2025 Ministers for the governments of the UK and Greece met on 3 November in Athens to review progress on the Strategic Bilateral Framework. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Export Development Guarantee Find out about our Export Development Guarantee: its benefits, eligibility criteria and how to apply. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Minister Ian Murray's speech at the British Screen Forum conference Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray addressed the British Screen Forum event, speaking about "Standing Out in an Age of Abundance" GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Decision for K Thorburn Ltd (OB2065197 & OD2061059) and transport manager Kyle David Thorburn Written decision of the Deputy Traffic Commissioner in the North East of England Traffic Area for K Thorburn Ltd and transport manager Kyle David Thorburn GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Secretary of State discusses £100 million wind farm deal on Belfast Harbour visit Mona and Morgan wind farms expected to boost economic growth and provide energy security GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2025/0119 23 Hillsborough Road, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 3QW Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025 Policy & government Chancellor freezes charges to keep prescriptions under a tenner The Chancellor is extending the freeze on NHS prescription charges next year to keep prescriptions under a tenner, saving patients around £12 million next year. GOV.UK · 21 Nov 2025