Policy & government

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Policy & government Index of Production, UK: April 2026 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 Policy & government GDP monthly estimate, UK: April 2026 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 Jun 2026 Policy & government Navigate the CDS Declaration Instructions for Imports Follow these steps when preparing to make an imports declaration on the Customs Declaration Service. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Cycling and walking boom with £4.5 billion for thousands of new routes and safer crossings Strategy aims to deliver 5,000 new walking, wheeling and cycling routes and 10,000 safer crossings over the next 5 years. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government The third cycling and walking investment strategy Sets out the government’s vision, objectives and targets for active travel until 2035. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Raising money for charity: public guidance Guidance for people who are thinking about fundraising for charity, including for an emergency situation, from the Charity Commission of England and Wales and the Fundraising Regulator. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has wished England and Scotland good luck at the FIFA World Cup, hailing the tournament as a chance to unite communities and strengthen national pride With Scotland back at the World Cup for the first time since 1998 and England hoping to win a first men’s major trophy in 60 years, the Culture Secretary believes the coming weeks can deliver a series of much-needed, shared national moments. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government DCS forms and information Information and forms relating to the Children’s Education Advisory Service (CEAS) and Defence Children's Services. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Joint Statement: Secretary of State for Business and Trade of the United Kingdom and Minister for Trade and Investment of New Zealand Ministers from the UK and New Zealand make joint statement on the New Zealand-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Sexual health statistics for England A summary of statistics on sexual health in England, with a focus on sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV, and related service provision. House of Commons Library · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Progress made in cleaning up Companies House register as further steps taken to tackle economic crime A new report released today reveals the strides being made to improve the accuracy of the Companies House register and disrupt economic crime. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government NHS reform, technology and the future of health and social care The Health and Social Care Secretary gave the keynote speech at the NHS ConfedExpo 2026 conference in Manchester. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK support to Ukraine: factsheet This factsheet summarises how the UK is supporting Ukraine following the Russian invasion. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Armed Forces Bill 2026-27 81 government amendments have been made to the Armed Forces Bill 2026-27. It will now be considered at report stage in the House of Commons on 22 June 2026. House of Commons Library · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Warm Homes Fund call for evidence: CFP response The Committee on Fuel Poverty (CFP) response to the call for evidence on the Warm Homes Fund held by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Helen Taylor Welsh Food Advisory Committee member Helen is an experienced Technical Director working within food, drink and packaging supply chains serving over 30 years in the sector. Helen’s role at ZERO2FIVE, Cardiff Metropolitan University is to lead the technical team to actively work with companies (SMEs) across all product categories in the UK. She leads a team of technologists in all aspects of knowled GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Remediation Acceleration Plan update, July 2025 Progress towards delivering the Remediation Acceleration Plan and next steps to address the barriers to building remediation. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Jordan Humanitarian and Systems Strengthening Programme (JHASS), protection component: call for proposals Closed: The FCDO invited proposals by 30 June 2026 for a £7 million NGO consortium to deliver protection services for refugees and vulnerable Jordanians. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Pay Aggregates Levy How to pay Aggregates Levy, and how long it takes for your payment to reach HMRC. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government YO8 8FP, BAM Nuttall Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/EP3128MW/A001 View the application submitted by BAM Nuttall Limited for Wren Hall Converter Station, Eastern Green Link (EGL2), New Road, Selby, YO8 8FP GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government MGN 675 (M+F) Amendment 2 The merchant shipping (control and management of ships’ ballast water and sediments) regulations 2022 This notice provides important information on the UK’s implementation of the international convention for the control and management of ships’ ballast water and sediments 2004, which aims to address the spread of invasive non-native species by ballast water and sediments GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Freedom of speech in universities This briefing considers freedom of speech in universities in England, covering recent legislative changes and the work of the Office for Students. House of Commons Library · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Regulation of medical devices in Northern Ireland Information about how the MHRA regulates medical devices in Northern Ireland and what legislation applies to manufacturers and suppliers. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Contact the MHRA How to contact the MHRA for specific services or enquiries. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Act now: MMO releases further guidance on I-VMS Eligible fishermen are urged to take immediate action as the Marine Management Organisation moves into the next phase of its I-VMS roll-out GOV.UK news & communications — recycling · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government I-VMS - Frequently asked questions I-VMS - Frequently asked questions GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Inshore Vessel Monitoring System (I-VMS) devices for under-12 metre fishing vessels registered in England Guidance to assist fishers understand the role of I-VMS and their responsibilities. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government M17 1PQ, Slicker Recycling Limited: environmental permit issued - EPR/SP3134AC/V004 View the permit issued for Trafford Park Waste Oil Transfer Station, Manchester under the Industrial Emissions Directive. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Disability Unit Regional Stakeholder Network: meeting summaries Summaries and actions from quarterly meetings between Minister for Social Security and Disability Rt Hon Sir Stephen Timms MP and Regional Stakeholder Network (RSN) chairs. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Census data: How do constituencies with different demographics vote? Explore 2024 general election results and census data for constituencies using our data tool. House of Commons Library · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Third reading of the Railways Bill The Railways Bill passes through the Commons, taking a step closer to the biggest reform to our railways in a generation. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Alison Austin Alison has experience of public sector Non-Executive Director roles as well as running an independent sustainability consultancy working with a range of businesses on strategy development covering environmental, social and governance matters.  She spent 25 years working for Sainsbury’s Supermarkets Ltd. in roles ranging from Marketing to Food Technical to Sustainability where she gained a strong u GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Costco Wholesale UK Ltd v Mr Jaiden Nash: [2026] EAT 85 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Tayler on 11 June 2026. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Value based procurement for medical technology Provides a standard framework for NHS procurement professionals to assess non-financial value when buying medical technology. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Greenhouse gas emissions, UK: provisional estimates, 2025 Measuring the contribution of the environment to the economy, the impact of economic activity on the environment, and society’s response to environmental issues. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government 2026 King’s Speech: Progress of legislation What bills were announced in the 2026 King’s Speech, and how have they progressed in the current Parliament? House of Commons Library · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Organisation details: how to create your file for extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging This guidance explains how to report organisation details in order to register for extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging. This is a legal obligation for organisations that are affected by EPR for packaging. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Physical and mental health support for people seeking asylum This document helps people currently applying for asylum to find support for physical or mental health needs. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government List of Disability and Access Ambassadors Disability and Access Ambassadors help to ensure businesses are doing all they can to support their disabled customers. GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026 Policy & government Producer responsibility regulations Producer responsibility laws in the UK cover packaging, electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), batteries and end of life vehicles (ELVs). GOV.UK · 11 Jun 2026