Policy & government

Fresh every day from industry press, GOV.UK and research feeds — plus the historical archive. Last updated 13 Aug 2026.

Policy & government Regulations: Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Guidance for manufacturers, importers and distributors (including retailers). GOV.UK · 12 Aug 2025 Policy & government WEEE: collecting used and waste electrical and electronic equipment Guidance for designated collection facilities (DCF) and charities on how to comply with waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and waste regulations. GOV.UK · 12 Aug 2025 Policy & government Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE): producer responsibilities If you put EEE on the UK market you must follow rules on both the EEE you sell and the EEE that becomes waste (WEEE). GOV.UK · 12 Aug 2025 Policy & government Extended Producer Responsibility for Packaging announcements 2025 base fees, fee modulation policy statement, regulatory position statement and interim strategy available. GOV.UK · 12 Aug 2025 Policy & government Intellectual Property Enterprise Court: a guide to small claims Detailed guidance on how to take an intellectual property dispute worth under £10,000 to court. GOV.UK · 12 Aug 2025 Policy & government UK businesses to benefit as online platforms pay their fair share to recycle electrical waste Bill for recycling waste electricals to shift towards online marketplaces to create a level playing field for UK retailers GOV.UK · 11 Aug 2025 Policy & government UK Export Finance Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025 Detailed commentary on UK Export Finance's support for exports, its governance and its financial performance from April 2024 to March 2025. GOV.UK · 11 Aug 2025 Policy & government Heat-Health Alerts issued by UKHSA and the Met Office The latest heat-health alert (HHA) issued by UKHSA and the Met Office for all regions of England. GOV.UK · 11 Aug 2025 Policy & government J W K Boggs v Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Ms D Matthew: 2402734/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 11 Aug 2025 Policy & government Dr M Freedman v United Synagogue and Others: 2210360/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 11 Aug 2025 Policy & government E-services for extended producer responsibility - Naturvårdsverket Swedish EPA (Naturvardsverket, English) · 10 Aug 2025 Policy & government Increasing climate resilience of Zanzibar with integrated marine management and sustainable blue economy (BLUE-ZAN) - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 10 Aug 2025 Policy & government Turkey: country policy and information notes Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications. GOV.UK · 8 Aug 2025 Policy & government Classification information Section last updated: November 2020. GOV.UK · 8 Aug 2025 Policy & government Wound aware: a resource for drug services Information for drug services to help them prevent, identify, treat and manage wounds in people who inject drugs. GOV.UK · 8 Aug 2025 Policy & government Defending UK airspace Developments in aerial warfare have increased concerns about UK air defence. What are UK capabilities, and how can they be improved? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 8 Aug 2025 Policy & government Sampling and analysis of waters, wastewaters, soils and wastes - epa.vic.gov.au EPA Victoria · 8 Aug 2025 Policy & government Securing converged technologies: insights from subject matter experts Research setting out the cyber security risks and opportunities of technology convergence. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Newsletter #3 – August 2025 Welcome to the third edition of UK DMO’s industry newsletter. As we move further into our setup phase, the UK DMO continues to lay the groundwork for a fit-for-purpose Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) that works for everyone. This month, we’ve made further progress on leadership recruitment and operational planning as we continue to develop the […] Exchange for Change (UK DRS Deposit Management Organisation) · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Fishing vessels: observer requirements Rules on observers for operators, masters and observers on commercial fishing vessels. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Violence against women and girls in schools and among children and young people Violence against women and girls is increasing, with online harms and abuse affecting girls at a higher rate than boys. What are the core challenges and opportunities in the UK? POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Evaluating the benefits of the UK’s investments in the European Space Agency Prepared as part of a study for the UK Space Agency by RAND Europe and Ipsos UK. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Section 62A Planning Application: S62A/2025/0090 2 Merton Road, Bristol, BS7 8TL Overview of case details, documents, key dates and how to make a representation. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Flying authorisers course (FLAC) This Military Aviation Authority Centre of Air Safety Training course prepares aircrews as a flying authoriser and junior supervisor. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Airborne allergens, environmental waste and intensive agriculture The UK government has set regulations to manage the health risks from airborne allergens like mould and pollen, as well as bioaerosols. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government ASB hotspot response pilot evaluation This evaluation was commissioned to explore the implementation and delivery of the pilot as well as the perceived impact. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Indoor airborne allergens Indoor airborne allergens are particles present in indoor environments that can trigger allergic reactions or exacerbate respiratory conditions such as asthma. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Risk and protective factors of anti-social behaviour perpetration This research was commissioned to increase the Home Office’s understanding of the risk and protective factors of anti-social behaviour (ASB) perpetration. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Licensing of non-surgical cosmetic procedures We are seeking your views on what procedures should be in scope of the licensing scheme for non-surgical cosmetic procedures in England. GOV.UK · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Rosgis – a service to report litter in the environment - Kiertotalousratkaisuja Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) - climate.ec.europa.eu Eurostat news · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Official Duties Related to PPW's (Potentially Polluting Wrecks) - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Inland Ash Scattering Facilities - NEA.gov.sg Singapore NEA · 7 Aug 2025 Policy & government Outdoor airborne allergens Outdoor airborne allergens are tiny particles in the air that can cause allergic reactions when people who suffer from hay fever or asthma breathe them in. The primary outdoor allergens include pollen and fungal spores. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government £143 million funding to secure over 130 disused coal tips Chancellor Rachel Reeves will outline how £143 million of UK Government funding will secure over 130 disused coal tips in Wales on a visit to Port Talbot today, Thursday 7 August. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government Thunderstorm asthma Thunderstorm asthma refers to storm activity triggering an increase in people reporting asthma symptoms and seeking medical attention for breathing issues. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government Mr M I O Fouz v Columbus UK Holdings Ltd T/a RightSpend: 2202171/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government How planting Paragon's Townhead Woods helped a business to benefit the environment Read how Paragon Veterinary Group used the England Woodland Creation Offer to support business sustainability while improving biodiversity to the benefit of the wider community. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government Removing batteries, plugs and power cables from WEEE at HWRCs: RPS 295 Environment Agency regulatory position on removing batteries, plugs and power cables from waste electrical and electronic equipment at household waste recycling centres. GOV.UK · 6 Aug 2025 Policy & government French strategy for energy and climate Multiannual energy plan - Umweltbundesamt Österreich Umweltbundesamt Austria · 6 Aug 2025