Policy & government

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 12 Aug 2026.

Policy & government Northumberland communities connected to lightning-fast broadband in Project Gigabit first Over 3,800 homes and businesses across north Northumberland can now access lightning-fast broadband in a major milestone for Project Gigabit. GOV.UK · 12 Sept 2025 Policy & government Security delivered for working people as UK-US ties strengthened with new Google Cloud partnership for classified information sharing UK – US defence and security ties enhanced through major deal with Google Cloud – delivering the Government’s Plan for Change. GOV.UK · 12 Sept 2025 Policy & government Kristian Meissner - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 12 Sept 2025 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: July 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 · 12 Sept 2025 Policy & government The right moment for digital safety: capturing critical opportunities for media literacy Qualitative research exploring how ‘moments of need’– such as encountering misinformation and hateful content – can drive uptake of media literacy support. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government UK invests in next generation of research talent to tackle drug and alcohol addiction People experiencing addiction will have a ramped-up support system as UK government tackles the country’s critical shortage of world-class researchers in addiction healthcare. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Parental Media Literacy Research exploring parents’ media literacy needs, evaluating current resources, and identifying ways to help keep children safe online. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Landmark Wales partnership to create jobs and harness innovation Wales is to receive share of £250 million UK Government funding to forge long-term defence industry partnerships. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government UKHSA Advisory Board meeting papers for September 2025 The agenda and papers for the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) board meeting of 16 September 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Sport, Tourism, Civil Society and Youth) The Minister for Sport, Tourism, Civil Society and Youth is responsible for: Sport Tourism  Civil society Youth Loneliness and social connection Impact Economy Ceremonials GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme: Phase 3 - projects awarded funding The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme provides grants for public sector bodies to fund heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Commander of UK Space Command’s DSEI 2025 keynote speech on defence in space Major General Paul Tedman, Commander of UK Space Command, delivered his keynote speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government British economy sees defence dividend as new figures reveal above inflation increase in spend with industry Government spending in the UK defence industry grew by 6% in real terms to £31.7 billion, according to latest figures for 2024/25 published today. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government UK Statement to Chairpersonship Forum "Building a Resilient Future in a Changing Climate" Ambassador Holland welcomes the opportunity for States to discuss the impacts of climate change on the resilience and security of the OSCE region. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Minister Murray speech at World Design Congress In a keynote speech to the World Design Congress, Minister Murray sets out the government's ambitions for the design sector. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Two new Members appointed to the British Tourist Authority The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed Neil Rami and Mary Walsh as Members to the British Tourist Authority (VisitBritain) board. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Exploring the financial implications of climate change on grassroots sport An independent report by Alma Economics assessing the financial and environmental challenges climate change poses to grassroots sport in the UK. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Government takes action to protect bees from pesticides Government announces new guidance to protect pollinators such as bees GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government AAIB Record-only UAS investigations reviewed: June - July 2025 This is a list of AAIB Record-only UAS investigations that were reviewed during June - July 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government AAIB investigation to Druine D.62B Condor, G-AXGV Aircraft stalled in lee of trees on the approach to land, Croft Airfield, North Yorkshire, 20 March 2025 GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Future of farming in England How the government will deliver changes to agricultural policy and land management schemes in England. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Asset recovery statistics: financial years ending 2020 to 2025 Six year data snapshot of asset recovery for England, Wales and Northern Ireland and data on the Asset Recovery Incentivisation Scheme. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government How DfE shares personal data Information on how the Department for Education (DfE) and its executive agencies share personal data. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Statement of Intent: UK Veterinary Vaccine Availability This Statement of Intent sets out a strategic framework for future cross-sector action to address issues concerning veterinary vaccine availability. GOV.UK · 11 Sept 2025 Policy & government Chancellor commits to explore pro-growth tax reforms to support small businesses opening new premises Small businesses could find it easier to expand and employ more people, thanks to government commitment to make business rates fairer. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Smart glasses and AI filter apps among new tech to transform the mental health of millions Backing for businesses across the UK will help to take low-cost innovations that support people's mental health to the next level. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Scale-ups and competition policy Discussion paper exploring the role of competition policy in supporting UK scale-ups. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Defence Secretary's DSEI 2025 Keynote Speech The Defence Secretary delivered the closing speech at Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government JO/MILA E4L5 New Town overhead line, S37 Consent, Electricity Act 1989 Screening decision to replace five 11 kV electricity wood poles, and the installation of one new flying stay pole on the New Forest SSSI. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins Speech at DSEI 2025 The First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins today gave a speech at DSEI 2025 GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Brand advertising exemption from advertising restrictions for less healthy food or drink This consultation seeks views on draft secondary legislation to provide an explicit exemption for brand advertising from the advertising restrictions for less healthy food or drink on TV and online. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Parental leave and pay review: call for evidence This call for evidence invites views and evidence on the proposed set of objectives for the parental leave and pay system. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Parental leave and pay review Government review of the parental leave and pay system in Great Britain, co-led by the Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Work and Pensions. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Delivering better oral health: an evidence-based toolkit for prevention This is an evidence-based toolkit to support dental teams in improving their patients' oral and general health. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Harnessing competition to drive investment Speech by Sarah Cardell, the CMA's Chief Executive, delivered at the BVCA Summit 2025. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government First-time buyers top of the agenda for new Economic Secretary New Economic Secretary and Housing Minister will host major banks in the Treasury tomorrow as part of plans to create an economy that works for working people. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton speech at DSEI DSEI is a showcase for British industry and British ingenuity GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government BN9 0AB, F M CONWAY LIMITED: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/BP3923LR/A001 View the application submitted by F M CONWAY LIMITED for Newhaven Asphalt Plant, Newhaven. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government R (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority) v First-tier Tribunal and GE (CIC): [2025] UKUT 262 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Wright on 04 August 2025. GOV.UK · 10 Sept 2025 Policy & government Winter mortality Winter mortality in the UK is higher than in some colder European countries. How are deaths during winter monitored, and what evidence exists for interventions to prevent these deaths? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 10 Sept 2025