Policy & government

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

Policy & government Find out if you’re inadmissible - canada.ca Environment and Climate Change Canada · 8 Sept 2025 Policy & government Threats and opportunities of biodegradable plastics – recommendations for the decision makers - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 8 Sept 2025 Policy & government Backing British business: reforms to champion UK defence companies on the world stage Defence Industrial Strategy will unveil reforms to champion British defence businesses to increase export sales through cutting red tape and expanded financial backing. GOV.UK · 7 Sept 2025 Policy & government Scotland Growth Deal Landmark Scotland partnership to create jobs and harness military innovations GOV.UK · 7 Sept 2025 Policy & government Business Secretary flies to Washington on first official visit The Business and Trade Secretary is flying to Washington on Sunday GOV.UK · 7 Sept 2025 Policy & government New Defence Growth Deals Created to Boost Local Economies Under Major Sector Plan Working families across the country will be provided opportunities through the Defence Industrial Strategy, from highly skilled engineering positions to apprenticeships for young people starting their careers, ensuring that the defence dividend is felt in communities from Cornwall to the Highlands. GOV.UK · 7 Sept 2025 Policy & government PUBLIC NOTICE - extapps.dec.ny.gov New York DEC · 6 Sept 2025 Policy & government ​​Private parking code of practice​ ​​We are seeking views on proposals to raise standards across the private parking industry ahead of preparing a new code of practice. GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government Science Museum Group framework document 2025-2028 Framework Agreement signed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Science Museum Group (SMG). GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government National Centre for Family Hubs - Local Government Association Local Government Association · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government YN v Disclosure and Barring Service: [2025] UKUT 270 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Johnston on 04 August 2025. GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government Legislative Reform (Disclosure of Adult Social Care Data) Order 2025 Explanatory Document and Impact Assessment for the Legislative Reform (Disclosure of Adult Social Care Data) Order 2025. GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government Artificial intelligence Narrow intelligence and general intelligence - the 2 main categories of artificial intelligence (AI). GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government Miss W Elizabeth v Recycle Proline Ltd: 2411361/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 5 Sept 2025 Policy & government Half-masting of flags following the death of Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Kent The death of HRH The Duchess of Kent has been announced by Buckingham Palace GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Defence dividend delivers thousands of UK jobs following exceptional foreign investment The UK defence sector has driven unprecedented growth across the country following at least £1.4 billion foreign investment being announced since July 2024. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government ICIBI annual report for 2024-25 published The Chief Inspector’s annual report for 2024-25 has been laid in Parliament. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Government professions Understanding the role of government professions. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC 1298, 4 September 2025 Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 4 September 2025. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Peter Kyle’s Mansion House Speech 2025 A speech delivered by Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Peter Kyle, at Mansion House, London on Wednesday 3 September 2025. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Budget to address economy that’s “not working well enough for working people” Today (Wednesday 3 September), the Chancellor has confirmed that the date of the Budget will be Wednesday 26 November. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Two new Members appointed to VisitEngland Board The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed Sarah Green and Helen Bonser-Wilton as Members of the VisitEngland Board. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Surrey aviation business soars to new heights with UKEF backing UK Export Finance announces support for multimillion-pound investment in market-leading aviation experts. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Treatment and disposal of invasive non-native plants: RPS 178 Environment Agency regulatory position on the treatment and disposal of invasive non-native plants and associated soil and materials. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Recyclability assessment methodology: decision tree diagram A decision tree illustrating the process for deciding the recyclability of materials under the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM), part of extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Recyclability assessment methodology: materials and outputs How to categorise and rate individual materials under the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM). GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Recyclability assessment methodology: how to assess your packaging waste An overview of the recyclability assessment methodology (RAM). Under extended producer responsibility for packaging, large producers must report the recyclability of some packaging materials GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Recyclability assessment methodology: background and definitions Recyclability assessment methodology (RAM): how to classify your packaging and technical definitions. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Consultation on changes to the UK designs framework This consultation seeks views from designers on how to improve the UK designs system and ensure that it best supports UK businesses. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government New Yealm seagrass meadow created from 'castaway' plants    The beginnings of a new seagrass meadow in the River Yealm have been planted thanks to volunteers largely from the Environment Agency.  GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Decision for Pauline Reilly (OF2021443) and Deeney and Mooney Ltd (OF2080633) Written confirmation of the decision of the Traffic Commissioner for the East of England for Pauline Reilly and Deeney and Mooney Ltd GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Newsletter #4 – September 2025 Welcome to the latest edition of UK DMO’s industry newsletter. This month has seen the DMO continue to strengthen our leadership team, deepen engagement across governments and industry, and advance the operational planning that will underpin a successful Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) across Northern Ireland, Scotland and England. John Bason appointed as Chair We […] Exchange for Change (UK DRS Deposit Management Organisation) · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Business insights and impact on the UK economy: 4 September 2025 The impact of challenges facing the economy and other events on UK businesses. Based on responses from the voluntary fortnightly business survey (BICS) to deliver real-time information to help assess issues affecting UK businesses and economy, including financial performance, workforce, trade, and business resilience. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Civil justice statistics quarterly: April to June 2025 Volume of civil and judicial review cases dealt with by the courts over time and the overall timeliness of these cases. Biannual data on privacy injunctions. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government UAE and UK conclude bilateral visit to strengthen partnership against illicit finance Joint statement on strengthening UK-United Arab Emirates (UAE) partnership against illicit finance following a bilateral visit. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government New UK scholarship stream launched for Small Island Developing States The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission has launched a master’s scholarship stream to boost resilience and prosperity among Commonwealth small islands. GOV.UK · 4 Sept 2025 Policy & government Secretary of State visits local business to highlight benefits of new UK-EU relationship The visit follows last week’s speech from the Minister for Cabinet Office where he outlined the Government’s plans to cut red tape and lower costs in the long run by taking aim at the Brexit bureaucracy that is burdening business GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025 Policy & government Major Consultation to Strengthen UK’s £100 Billion Design Sector Views and insights from across the UK’s design sector are sought by 27 November 2025. GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025 Policy & government Thousands of sick and disabled people to get life-changing support into work Thousands of sick or disabled people will be helped into good, secure jobs following a major expansion of tailored employment support announced by the Department for Work and Pensions today [Thursday 04 September] GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025 Policy & government Government Response to the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament Report 'IRAN' The government’s response to the Intelligence and Security Committee of Parliament's Iran Report. GOV.UK · 3 Sept 2025