Policy & government

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Policy & government Quantum key distribution research report A study on quantum key distribution (QKD) technology and its cyber security implications. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF): guidance on how to apply Capital grant support is available for the development of new and existing low-carbon heat networks. This page contains guidance and details of how to apply via Triple Point. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Project Gigabit National Rolling Open Market Review January 2026 A National Rolling Open Market Review request for information for all suppliers to submit information about their existing and planned build at premises level over the next 3 year period across the UK. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Proposed 2026 changes to the statutory scheme for branded medicines pricing Proposed changes to the headline payment percentage and consultation procedure of the statutory scheme to control the cost of branded health service medicines. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Mr A Vetesi v Tesco Stores Ltd: 8001593/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Call for evidence: Strategy for the built environment professions, trades and occupations A call for evidence to inform future policy on those working in the building professions, trades and occupations. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Commission steps up action on EU bioeconomy Three complementary initiatives will be launched, including the Bio-based Europe Alliance to support scaling up the bioeconomy sector. European Commission — DG Environment news · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government How are diplomats appointed? Diplomatic representatives of the United Kingdom to other countries are appointed by the Monarch, usually on advice from the Foreign Secretary. House of Commons Library · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government New backing for open-source AI builders, data centre design challenge and robotics partnership In a keynote speech at the AI Summit during London Tech Week, AI Minister Kanishka Narayan argued that the central question of AI is not just what the technology can do, but who gets to shape it. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Independent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: interim report Interim report outlining progress on the independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and autism. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Billions in pension surpluses to be unlocked  New proposals setting out how billions of pounds in DB pension scheme surpluses could be safely released have been launched today (10 June), helping unlock billions of pounds for the UK economy.  GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government New tools will help employers maximise AI productivity gains Skills England report shows what works for AI training and new tools will help employers build the AI skills their workforce needs. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Made in Space: UK funding boosts breakthrough space technologies UK Space Minister unveils more than £19 million at London Tech Week to support British companies developing next-generation space technologies. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government MOD regional expenditure statistics with industry: 2024/25 Statistics on MOD expenditure with industry, broken down by region and industry group. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Surplus Flexibilities for Defined Benefit Pension Schemes: Unlocking Value for Employers and Scheme Members Public consultation on draft regulations which set out the conditions that must be met to release surplus from Defined Benefit pension schemes. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Government welcomes expert-led recommendations for a new bovine TB eradication strategy Experts recommend new science-led approach aiming to protect farmers and reduce infection GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Ministry of Defence Senior Civil Service secondary paid employment 2025 to 2026 A register of paid or otherwise remunerated outside employment held by members of the Senior Civil Service for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Insignia Global Group Ltd T/A Insignia Awards 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 · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Parminder Kohli appointed Chief Executive Officer of OFI The Business Secretary Peter Kyle has announced the appointment of Parminder Kohli as new Chief Executive Officer of the Office for Investment. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Tax statistics: an overview This briefing provides an overview of tax statistics, including recent trends, forecasts, and distribution of taxpayers. House of Commons Library · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Permitted development rights: schools, assets of community value, defence and conservation We are seeking views on proposals for new and amended permitted development rights. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Digital and Technologies Sector Plan: Year One Update One-year progress update on the UK's Digital and Technologies sector plan. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Port freight quarterly statistics: January to March 2026 Provisional quarterly statistics on freight handled by UK major ports for January to March 2026. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Evaluation of the initiatives to enhance the move on process An independent evaluation of several initiatives introduced to improve the move on process, focusing on implementation, early impacts, and value for money. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Understanding and addressing immunisation inequities toolkit A toolkit to support local and regional stakeholders to understand and act on immunisation inequities in the populations they serve. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government LS9 0NX, Waste Organics (Leeds) Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/FB3701UA/V006 View the application submitted by Waste Organics (Leeds) Limited for Waste Organics (Leeds) Limited, Leeds. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) funding amounts Local authority funding allocations for LEVI electric chargepoint infrastructure funding. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Onshore monitoring of radioactive particles near Dounreay A link to the details of all particle finds before 31 October 2023 can be found below. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government EU Icons for labelling AI-generated content - EU Digital Strategy Eurostat news · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government Passes, permits and fees - Parks Canada Environment and Climate Change Canada · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government UK Trade Envoy returns to Cambodia to boost trade and investment Matt Western MP, UK Trade Envoy, visits Cambodia to boost trade and investment ties, building on past engagement and reaffirming support for sustainable growth. GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government INTM218815 - Controlled Foreign Companies: The CFC Charge Gateway Chapter 9 - Exemptions for profits from Qualifying Loan Relationships: Full Exemption - Qualifying Resources: What are Qualifying Resources?: Funds derived from shares: Rights Issues GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government INTM282080 - Foreign Permanent Establishments of UK Companies: chargeable gains: relief for replacement of business assets GOV.UK · 10 Jun 2026 Policy & government How the deductions from benefit scheme works: guidance for creditors or suppliers Guidance for current creditors or suppliers, for example, utility suppliers and landlords, on how the deductions from benefit scheme works. GOV.UK · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government Australia–UK Ministerial Consultations: joint statement, June 2026 The UK's Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary hosted the Australia–UK Ministerial Consultations (AUKMIN) in London on 10 June 2026. GOV.UK · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government Fusion Energy - Department of Energy (.gov) US Department of Energy · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government Foreign Secretary statement on the Middle East: 9 June 2026 Foreign Secretary statement on the Middle East and announcement of new sanctions delivered to Parliament on 9 June 2026 GOV.UK · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government We must ensure the voices of those with disabilities are heard, their rights upheld and that they have equal opportunities: UK National Statement at the UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Statement by Minister of State for Social Security and Disability, The Rt Hon Sir Stephen Timms MP, at the UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities General Debate. GOV.UK · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government Pair guilty after waste dumped in Norfolk Surveillance cameras spot vehicles – five now prosecuted over village dumps GOV.UK Environment Agency news — waste · 9 Jun 2026 Policy & government British Sign Language (BSL) Advisory Board: meeting summaries Summaries of meetings of the BSL Advisory Board, which advises the government on key issues impacting BSL users and the Deaf community. GOV.UK · 9 Jun 2026