Policy & government

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Policy & government New champion to be appointed for Britain’s mutuals and co-operatives Plans for a new champion for mutuals and co-ops have been unveiled in a speech by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury in Birmingham today. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Impact of the University of the Air White Paper on lifelong learning opportunities There will be a Westminster hall debate on the impact of the University of the Air White Paper on lifelong learning opportunities on Tuesday 16 June at 2:30pm. The debate will last 90 minutes and be led by Patrick Hurley MP. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government William Steadman & Son (Transport) Limited (T): [2026] UKUT 204 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Buckley on 25 May 2026. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Government welcomes hospitality and tourism sector plans to further strengthen its safety standards to prevent violence against women and girls At a meeting of leading figures from the UK’s hospitality, tourism and night-time economy sectors, ministers heard the industry’s plans to further bolster safety standards across the industry. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Statistics on UK-EU trade The UK’s trading relationship with the EU changed fundamentally following Brexit. This briefing provides statistics on UK trade with the EU over recent years. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Next steps for veterinary services for household pets: what the CMA's remedies mean in practice A speech by Martin Coleman, Non-Executive Director and Panel Chair, delivered at BVA Live 2026. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Plastic Packaging Tax A collection of guidance you should follow for Plastic Packaging Tax. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Infected Blood Inquiry: compensation The Infected Blood Public Inquiry recommended that the government should set up a compensation scheme for those infected and affected by contaminated blood, blood products and tissue. The government accepted this recommendation and made regulations to establish the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme in August 2024. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Constituency data: Dentists and dental practices Interactive dashboard showing data on dentists in England, including access to dentistry, the number of dentists and a list of NHS dental practices. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government TQ12 5GP, Persimmon Homes: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/VP3828MP/A001 View the application submitted by Persimmon Homes for Langford Bridge, Augustine Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5GP. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government DWP medical evidence forms: how to order them Guidance and order forms for healthcare professionals who need to order pre-printed medical evidence forms from DWP. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government RFCA Commercial Guidance Doing business with the Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (RFCA). GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Britain powers ahead on AI with billions of pounds of new investment and thousands of jobs secured as London Tech Week wraps up More than £6 billion of new investment and around 8,000 new jobs have been announced this week, as companies from around the world choose to build, hire and scale here. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Providing information about international general aviation flights Submit a general aviation report (GAR) online if you are a pilot or carrier of a general aviation aircraft intending to travel to or from the UK. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Local growth funds This briefing is a summary of current government administered funds designed to support local economic growth. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Semiconductor Sector Study 2026 Research into the scale and economic contribution of the UK semiconductor sector. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Committee on Carcinogenicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment The Committee on Carcinogenicity of Chemicals in Food, Consumer Products and the Environment (COC) advises the government and government agencies on whether substances are likely to cause cancer. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Pay Landfill Tax How to pay Landfill Tax, and how long it takes for your payment to reach HMRC. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Arden University We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Early years inspection: toolkit, operating guide and information Guidance for inspectors and providers on inspecting registered early years settings in England under the renewed education inspection framework. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Renewed education inspection framework: supporting evidence base Statutory and non-statutory guidance, professional standards and relevant research that Ofsted reviewed to inform and develop the renewed education inspection framework and toolkits. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Committee on Fuel Poverty: meeting minutes Minutes from meetings of the committee. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Nicola Griffiths v Essex County Council: [2026] EAT 86 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Tayler on 12 June 2026. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government GDP international comparisons: Economic indicators GDP measures the size of the economy. Find the latest GDP growth data for the UK and comparisons with other G7 economies. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government SLC Supplier Spend May 2026 As part of the Student Loans Company's commitment to transparency, it publishes details of supplier spend. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) Processing Requests for Information This document details NWS' process for handling requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Environmental Information Regulations. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Improving physical activity and reducing physical activity inequalities: literature review A rapid review synthesising evidence on the effectiveness of three DCMS priority interventions to promote physical activity. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Ms R Muller v Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust: 3200142/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Apply for approval for Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme What you need to do to apply for approval for Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Failure of a tow rope and injury to crew on board the tug Svitzer Avon Location: King Road, River Severn approaches to Royal Portbury Dock, Bristol, England. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Government financial reporting manual: application guidance Application guidance on IFRS implementation for the public sector context. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Ms L Waller v Swann Engineering Group Ltd: 6017991/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Andes hantavirus: epidemiology, outbreaks and guidance The epidemiology, symptoms, diagnosis and management of Andes hantavirus infection. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Taking Teaching Further programme Guidance for further education providers registering for Taking Teaching Further (TTF) 2026 funding. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Taking Teaching Further 2026: programme guidance Guidance for further education providers in England to apply for the 2026 cohort of Taking Teaching Further. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government RPC opinion: impact of Civil Aviation Bill Regulatory Policy Committee's opinion of the quality of the evidence and analysis in the options assessments from the Department for Transport. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Carrier bag charges: retailers' responsibilities Find out when you must charge a minimum of 10 pence for single-use carrier bags, bags you're not required to charge for and the records you must keep and submit. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Consolidated annual activity report (CAAR) 2025 The report provides an overview of the EEA’s key activities and achievements during the year, as we work to provide timely environmental data, knowledge, assessments and reporting to inform policy makers, the general public and other stakeholders. European Environment Agency — news · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Brain tumours More than 12,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year. Find out about survival rates, diagnosis, treatment and research on brain tumours. House of Commons Library · 12 Jun 2026 Policy & government Index of Production, UK: April 2026 time series Movements in the volume of production for the UK production industries: manufacturing, mining and quarrying, energy supply, and water and waste management. Figures are seasonally adjusted. GOV.UK · 12 Jun 2026