Policy & government

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Policy & government Mr M T Bhatti v GMB: 3307009/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government AI Scenarios 2030: Helping policymakers plan for the future of AI This Foresight report sets out 5 scenarios for how AI could develop by 2030, helping policymakers prepare for future risks and opportunities. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Free breakfast clubs: guidance for schools and trusts Guidance on setting up and running free breakfast clubs, including specific guidance for schools joining phase 1 of the national rollout from April 2026. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Our governance The main decision-making, executive and managerial bodies at the Rural Payments Agency. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government PM remarks: 5 June 2026 The Prime Minister's remarks from visit to defence firm, Stark, in Swindon. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Loneliness, isolation and social connection among boys and young men in England Research by the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) to identify the specific risk and protective factors that shape how boys and young men experience loneliness, isolation and social connection. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Household waste collection in England: FAQs This briefing answers some frequently asked questions about constituents’ household waste and recycling collections. House of Commons Library · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Insolvency Service Official Receiver receives OBE in King’s Birthday Honours List Senior Official Receiver David Chapman receives the honour of Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government June progress statement: letter from DSIT Secretary of State to Ofcom Chair and CEO Letter from DSIT Secretary of State Liz Kendall to Ofcom Chair, Sir Ian Cheshire and Ofcom Chief Executive, Dame Melanie Dawes. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Growing up in the online world: a national consultation We consulted on further measures to prepare children for the future in an age of rapid technological change. This includes potential age restrictions on social media and other services such as gaming sites and AI chatbots, restrictions on addictive design features and risky functionalities, and better support for parents and families. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Libya travel advice FCDO travel advice for Libya. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Publication scheme GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government The enrichment framework for schools and colleges Non-statutory guidance to support schools and colleges to design and deliver a high-quality enrichment offer for all pupils and students. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Global Supply Chains: A Foresight report on risk and resilience A report on risk and resilience, which will help decision-makers across HM Government build resilient supply chains and safeguard growth and prosperity. GOV.UK research & statistics — recycling · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government EX5 1DR, UK Remediation Ltd: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/LP3939TS/V007 View the application submitted by UK Remediation Ltd for UK Remediation Hill Barton, Clyst St Mary. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Homes England and National Housing Bank: privacy notice How Homes England and the National Housing Bank collect and process your personal data, tell you about your rights and how the law protects you. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Commissioner Roswall holds talks on PFAS-related challenges Discussions in Brussels addressed the widespread pollution of 'forever chemicals' and strategies for their phase-out. European Commission — DG Environment news · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Offender management: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on dealing with immigration enforcement matters within the UK. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government The Social Housing Bill The Social Housing Bill marks the next step in the delivery of our decade of renewal for social and affordable housing. This page sets out key information on the bill. GOV.UK · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Finnish Environment Institute appoints directors for the new term - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government My Service Canada Account (MSCA) - canada.ca Environment and Climate Change Canada · 15 Jun 2026 Policy & government Excise tax types, excise duty rates and supplementary guidance Find tax type codes (DE 4/3) which may be declared for goods liable to excise duty, their associated excise duty rates and guidance on how to determine the tax types that apply to goods liable to excise duty. GOV.UK · 14 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK-Japan Frontier Technology Partnership UK-Japan Frontier Technology Partnership. GOV.UK · 14 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK-Japan Joint Declaration on Economic Security Cooperation UK-Japan Joint Declaration on Economic Security Cooperation. GOV.UK news & communications — recycling · 14 Jun 2026 Policy & government Tens of thousands of new jobs and more than £18 billion boost to British economy as Prime Minister meets Japanese leader The UK and Japan are expected to agree investment creating tens of thousands of new jobs and more than £18 billion in economic gains, alongside a new partnership at the forefront of next-generation technologies. GOV.UK · 14 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK forces intercept Russian shadow fleet vessel for the first time in blow to Putin's war chest British forces this morning boarded a sanctioned shadow fleet oil tanker in the Channel in the latest blow to Russia’s war economy. GOV.UK · 14 Jun 2026 Policy & government Constituency data: Green belt land in England This interactive dashboard provides statistics on land designated as green belt for parliamentary constituencies in England. House of Commons Library · 13 Jun 2026 Policy & government CSOC personnel recognised in The King's Birthday Honours List 2026 Past and present members of Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) have been recognised in His Majesty, King Charles’ Birthday Honours List 2026 for their services to defence. GOV.UK · 13 Jun 2026 Policy & government The King's Birthday Honours List 2026 The King's Birthday Honours mark the extraordinary contributions and service of people across the UK. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Birthday Honours 2026: Overseas and International List The Birthday Overseas and International Honours List recognises people who have given exceptional service to the UK abroad and internationally. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government The Military division of The King's Birthday Honours List 2026 A number of military personnel have been granted state honours in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their work in the Armed Forces. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Digital Economy) Responsibilities include: cyber telecoms space economic security Regulatory Innovation Office (RIO) digital inclusion and skills talent – entrepreneurial and investor GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government PM call with Taoiseach Micheál Martin of Ireland: 12 June 2026 The Prime Minister spoke to Taoiseach Micheál Martin this afternoon. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Notice to Importers 2953: Russia import sanctions Import prohibitions in force under the Russia Sanctions Regulations 2019, as amended. It should be read alongside the statutory guidance. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK to set end date for imports of Russian diesel and jet fuel via third countries The Government has today confirmed the timeline for phasing in its ban on imports of refined oil derived from Russia, as part of the recently announced package of sanctions to further squeeze Putin’s war machine.  GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Physical education, physical activity and sport in English schools This briefing provides information on the provision of physical education and sport in schools, including national curriculum requirements, funding, the School Games, and regulations relating to school playing fields. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Wastewater Analysis: Estimating drug consumption England-level consumption and market value estimates for 6 key drugs (2024 to 2025) and usage patterns in England and Scotland (2021 to 2025). GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Free schools: pre-opening guide The processes proposer groups will need to follow and the resources they can use to open successfully. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Denmark: 2026 election and new coalition government Following the Danish election on 24 March 2026, Mette Frederiksen has been appointed to serve a third term as prime minister, leading a minority coalition government. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Capital outturn return Form and guidance for capital outturn return (COR). GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026