Policy & government

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Policy & government Mrs A Sharma v St John Ambulance and I Borek: 3310519/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Ms R Tapping v Peterborough City Council: 3308103/2023 and 3313510/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government P Ring v London Borough of Enfield: 3309399/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Flanders, the Netherlands, and North Rhine-Westphalia Strengthen Cooperation on Circular Economy - Vlaanderen.be OVAM (Flanders waste agency) · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government ResourceSmart Schools star progression - Sustainability Victoria Sustainability Victoria · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Government partners with The King’s Trust and Idris Elba to unlock creative careers for young people Hundreds of young people locked out of creative careers will get their chance as the government invests £500,000 to expand The King's Trust delivery of Creative Futures in partnership with Elba Hope Foundation. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Drought prospects for spring 2026 Explores England’s drought prospects for 2026, setting out the different scenarios, risks, potential impacts and mitigating actions each sector will need to take. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Exports boost as Scottish cheese sold in Spain for first time UK Government 'Brand Scotland' funding helps award-winning producers, including Haddington-based Yester Farm Dairies Limited, debut produce in Spanish stores GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK candidacy for International Telecommunication Union Council elections 2026 This document outlines the UK’s candidacy for re-election to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Council in 2026. GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government Report warns of widespread drought in 2026 without a wet winter Record dry spring and summer heatwaves mean that without winter rain there will be drought next year with impacts on nature, agriculture and navigation GOV.UK · 14 Nov 2025 Policy & government King Charles III coast path now runs through Hampshire Just over 22 miles of footpath from Portsmouth to South Hayling is now open. Improvements include a 400m boardwalk in Southmoor Nature Reserve. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Introduction to High Heat Generating Waste This page provides introductory information on High Heat Generating Waste (HHGW). GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Northern Ireland Partnership Group minutes On this page you can find Northern Ireland Partnership Group minutes relating to the design and delivery of the fund. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Adult social care finance report, England: 2024 to 2025 Official statistics on adult social care finance in councils with adult social services responsibilities, including information on expenditure and income sources across both long and short term care. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government About us The Department for Culture, Media and Sport supports culture, arts, media, sport, tourism and civil society across every part of England — recognising the UK’s world-leading position in these areas and the importance of these sectors in contributing so much to our economy, way of life and our reputation around the world. The department champions sport for all at every level, supports our world GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Megan Greene reappointed as external member of the Monetary Policy Committee Megan Greene has been reappointed as an external member of the Monetary Policy Committee for a second term. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Mr S Singh v Suez Recycling and Recovery UK Ltd: 6004431/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Mr R Kosinski v Unipart Group Ltd: 1303163/2022 and others Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Report on review of cash allowance paid to asylum seekers Home Office reviews of the cash allowance paid to asylum seekers. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants Guidance notes for applicants on the National Security Vetting Solution. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Free of charge coal mining information How to access and use the coal mining information for England, Scotland and Wales held in the national coal mining database. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Planning for new energy infrastructure: 2025 revisions to National Policy Statements We’re seeking views on the revised energy National Policy Statements that support decisions on major energy infrastructure. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Trees to timber: how landowners can benefit from commercial forestry Discover the financial and environmental benefits of home-grown timber for woodland owners. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Vacancy: Inspector of Air Accidents (Human Factors) The Air Accidents Investigation Branch are recruiting an Inspector of Air Accidents (Human Factors) GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Boeing 737-86N, G-NPTA Loss of cabin pressurisation, approaching Edinburgh Airport, 17 May 2025 GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government BDUK delivery performance, quarterly: April 2025 to Sept 2025 Breakdowns of how many premises in the United Kingdom have received gigabit-capable broadband coverage as a result of Building Digital UK (BDUK) subsidy. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture: 2024 The Statistical Review of Northern Ireland Agriculture is the primary source of statistics for the agricultural industry in Northern Ireland. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Fast-track Approvals Act - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Legal counsel Ida Berg: The power of law at the heart of the sustainability transition - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: September 2025 Gross domestic product (GDP) measures the value of goods and services produced in the UK. It estimates the size of and growth in the economy. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Delivering AI Growth Zones A package of policy reforms to support the delivery of AI data centres through the AI Growth Zones programme. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Civil penalties under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and other housing legislation This guidance covers the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 1988, Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016, and Renters’ Rights Act 2025. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government North Wales to pioneer UK’s first small modular reactors Anglesey set for thousands of new jobs as Prime Minister confirms Wylfa will host UK's first small modular nuclear reactors. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AI Growth Zones to create thousands of jobs and unlock up to £100 billion in investment, as new site confirmed for North Wales North Wales in line for more than 3,400 new jobs through newly announced AI Growth Zone, as the Prime Minister and Technology Secretary set out plans to ensure sites deliver for working people. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Wylfa Confirmed as Site for UK’s First Small Modular Reactor Wylfa on Anglesey chosen for UK’s first Small Modular Reactor, advancing the Clean Energy Superpower plan. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Russia’s narrative of inevitable victory is contradicted by its military and economic failures: UK statement to the OSCE Politico-Military Counsellor Ankur Narayan highlights that Russia’s claims of inevitable victory in Ukraine are undermined by minimal territorial gains, unsustainable casualties, and severe economic strain. The UK and its partners remain resolute in supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against Russia’s ongoing aggression. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government UK government response to the report by the UK Commission on Covid Commemoration The government response to the report of the UK Commission on Covid Commemoration. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure deepen humanitarian harm and endanger nuclear safety: UK statement to the OSCE Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s recurrent strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, highlighting severe humanitarian impacts and nuclear safety risks. Russia’s proposals for a settlement would last only until Moscow decided it wanted more. A settlement that rewards territorial theft would only guarantee future war. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government AAIB Record-only UAS investigations reviewed: August - September 2025 This is a list of AAIB Record-only UAS investigations that were reviewed during August - September 2025. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025 Policy & government Rent repayment orders: guidance for local authorities This guide is for local authorities seeking rent repayment orders from private rented sector landlords who commit certain housing related offences. GOV.UK · 13 Nov 2025