New rights for family bereavement and pregnancy loss
22 Sep 2026Workers get new unpaid leave rights after losing a loved one, including step and foster ties. Pregnancy loss before 24 weeks will also bring up to two weeks of leave.
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Latest announcements and media statements, including government releases.Expert team to drive improvements in cancer care
21 Sep 2026The government has announced a reformed National Cancer Board that meets for the first time today to scrutinise progress on faster cancer diagnosis, treatment and care. Dedicated national leads will focus on rare cancers, children and young people, and inequalities as the board drives delivery of the National Cancer Plan.
Government launches National Taskforce for Tackling Misogyny
20 Sep 2026The Minister for Women and Equalities has launched a national taskforce to tackle misogyny across society, including in communities and workplaces. The taskforce will bring together experts, ministers and local leaders to shape prevention policy so women and girls no longer face harmful attitudes.
Government expands crackdown on knife crime
18 Sep 2026Targeted crackdown has reduced knife robberies by almost a quarter in 7 forces since June 2024. More than 230 areas most affected by knife crime will see more police patrols, CCTV and early prevention work as part of a knife crime crackdown across 27 police forces in England and Wales.
Third UK-Maldives Strategic Dialogue 2026: Joint Communiqué
18 Sep 2026The United Kingdom and Republic of Maldives held their Third Strategic Dialogue at Senior Officials level in London on 17 September 2026. Building on the successful Strategic Dialogues held in 2023 and 2025, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advance the UK-Maldives partnership through regular, structured engagement.
‘People’s Power’ projects to give more control over local energy
17 Sep 2026Great British Energy is launching £30 million in People’s Power funding so local authorities and community energy groups can build and own clean energy projects across the UK. Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh say the first wave of up to £1 billion will help communities cut bills, cut emissions, and keep clean-power proceeds local.
Food Standards Agency Board meeting takes place today
16 Sep 2026The September 2026 FSA Board meeting takes place in Swansea at 9.00am today (Wednesday 16 September). The open Board meeting in Swansea is chaired by Professor Susan Jebb and includes updates on the SPS programme, CBD novel food authorisations, local authority performance, and the future of food regulation.
Rare species help Dorset nature reserve gain national recognition
15 Sep 2026Lyscombe in Dorset has been designated a National Nature Reserve. The wildlife-rich site in Thomas Hardy country gains national recognition for rare species and habitat.
New rules pave the way for businesses to adopt digital proof of age for alcohol sales
15 Sep 2026Licensed premises across England and Wales can now accept digital proof of age when selling alcohol. Pubs, bars, restaurants and other licensed venues may choose digital ID for age checks under the new rules.
UK and Indian industry join forces to combat digital fraud
15 Sep 2026UK and Indian telecoms leaders will use AI to tackle online fraud, scams and harms under a new Memorandum of Understanding. The deal between the UK government and India's COAI supports knowledge-sharing and stronger fraud resilience in both countries.
8 Indians recognised in QECT 100 Young Leaders Awards 2026
15 Sep 2026Eight young Indians have been recognised among The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust (QECT) 100 Young Leaders Awardees 2026. British Deputy High Commissioner Ben Mellor presented the awards in New Delhi, celebrating youth-led work across education, environment, health and inclusion.
Your cancellation’s covered: new scheme to help stranded rail passengers arrives this weekend
14 Sep 2026From 20 September 2026, passengers whose train is cancelled can board another operator’s service without buying a new ticket. The new scheme is designed to help stranded rail passengers continue their journeys more easily.
UK and US fusion strike partnership to accelerate clean energy
14 Sep 2026The UK and US are set to sign fusion partnership agreements at the Global Fusion Summit. The deals aim to combine expertise in AI, computing and fusion engineering to accelerate clean energy.
Millions of people to benefit from simpler, more secure way to sign in to government services
14 Sep 2026Passkeys are being rolled out across GOV.UK One Login for more than 23 million users. The change is intended to make signing in to government services faster and more secure than passwords alone.
Funding secured for excavation to unlock secrets of Bronze Age Flag Fen site
13 Sep 2026UK funding will support a major excavation at Flag Fen near Peterborough so visitors can engage more deeply with the Bronze Age timber causeway and platform. Historic England highlights the site’s rare scale and national significance.
Jennifer Anderson officially starts as Ambassador to Türkiye
10 Sep 2026Jennifer Anderson presented credentials to President Erdoğan and formally began as British Ambassador to Türkiye. She marked the start with a wreath-laying at Anıtkabir and emphasised the UK–Türkiye NATO partnership.
UK and Belgium strike deal to target small boat gangs
10 Sep 2026The UK and Belgium signed a law-enforcement cooperation deal to speed intelligence sharing against small-boat migrant smugglers and wider organised crime. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Belgian Interior Minister Bernard Quintin announced the agreement.
Salmonella outbreak update
10 Sep 2026The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), alongside the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and other public health partners, continues to investigate three clusters of Salmonella Enteritidis (t5.9411, t5.9765 and t0.24068) in the
Lindy Cameron Appointed as New Permanent Under-Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
10 Sep 2026The Cabinet Secretary, with the approval of the Foreign Secretary and the Prime Minister, has announced the appointment of Lindy Cameron as the new Permanent Under-Secretary (PUS), at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Develo
Latest figures highlight ongoing Meningitis B risk for students
10 Sep 2026Young adults, particularly university students, remain at increased risk from meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia, with new figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) showing that Meningitis B (MenB) was res
TRA publishes final determination on HVO biodiesel from the USA
10 Sep 2026The Trade Remedies Authority has today (Thursday 10 September) published its final determination in its subsidy investigation into imports of hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) biodiesel from the USA.
Glasgow directors banned after importing more than 350,000 vapes disguised as medical equipment in £15 million tax evasion scheme
10 Sep 2026Two company directors have been disqualified after their business imported vapes disguised as medical equipment and evaded millions of pounds in tax.
New members appointed to NISTA Expert Advisory Council
10 Sep 2026The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) has appointed five new members to its Expert Advisory Council (EAC) to support its work implementing the government’s transformation programme for
FCDO statement on the situation in Yemen: 10 September
10 Sep 2026An FCDO spokesperson said:
Sellafield celebrates 10 years of nuclear clean up innovation
10 Sep 2026Sellafield Ltd is celebrating 10 years of its pioneering Game Changers programme. It brings new ideas and technology to the UK’s toughest nuclear clean-up challenges.
Connect to Work delivers for thousands more as programme expands
10 Sep 2026Connect to Work launched last year and is delivered across England and Wales, with local areas designing and delivering support that fits their communities, backed by over £1 billion in Government funding over this parli
‘Box-ticking’ consultations scrapped to speed up delivery
10 Sep 2026The government will strip away needless ‘box-ticking’ consultations as part of a drive to accelerate decision-making and deliver real change at pace.
Ofqual confirms new V Level regulations to give students clear route into skilled careers
10 Sep 2026Ofqual has today confirmed its arrangements for the regulation of V Levels, Foundation Certificates and Occupational Certificates.
Local leaders handed powers to drive investment in communities
10 Sep 2026More money could be invested into high streets, public transport, and events to boost tourism and drive good growth thanks to the latest shift of power from Whitehall and back into communities.
Major expansion of community mental health support across England
10 Sep 2026Up to 159 new NHS mental health centres will open across England from this autumn, bringing crucial support directly into neighbourhoods
Extension proposal for Surrey Hills National Landscape submitted
10 Sep 2026Natural England has submitted a proposal to the secretary of state for environment, food and rural affairs to extend the boundary of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
More comfortable commutes ahead: rail reform spells end of the 'ironing-board' seat era on Thameslink trains
10 Sep 2026Millions of Thameslink passengers are set to get a more comfortable commute as publicly owned operator GTR partners with Siemens Mobility to upgrade standard class seat cushions across all 115 trains in its fleet from ne
Government publishes reports on improving building safety
10 Sep 2026Interim Chief Construction Adviser publishes final report, reflecting on the building safety system
UK Armed Forces pay tribute to late King of Norway at his funeral in Oslo
9 Sep 2026Royal Marines and British Army personnel attended the funeral of King Harald V of Norway on Wednesday.
Two new non-executive board members join DfT's board
9 Sep 2026Heidi Alexander, Secretary of State for Transport, has today (9 September 2026) announced the appointment of 2 new non-executive board members to the Department for Transport ( DfT ) board – Charles Randell CBE as Lead N
Time to end class squeamishness: first government unit to improve life chances for working class people
9 Sep 2026A new class unit will drive forward government work to improve life chances
Stronger protections and greater confidence for renters
9 Sep 2026Private renters will benefit from stronger protections, greater transparency and more confidence in the homes they rent under the next phase of the government’s Renters’ Rights Act reforms.
Small for-profit landlord fails to meet regulatory standards
9 Sep 2026A small for-profit social housing landlord has failed to meet the Regulator of Social Housing’s Governance and Financial Viability Standard in regulatory judgements published today (9 September 2026).
Over £1.5 billion to help NHS withstand year-round pressure
9 Sep 2026Over £200 million for 10 major projects, including new operating theatres, children’s wards and improved maternity and mental health facilities.
Local leaders have say on reforms to prepare youngsters for work
9 Sep 2026Local leaders are to have their say on how to drive excellence across the education system and better prepare young people for work during a summit hosted by the Education Secretary.
Independent Commission led by NHS doctors sets out blueprint to accelerate safe AI adoption in healthcare
9 Sep 2026The National Commission into the Regulation of AI in Healthcare has today, 10 September 2026, published its recommendations on how the UK can strengthen the regulation of AI in healthcare, so it remains safe, keeps pace
Improved Self Assessment registration service launched
9 Sep 2026Improved online service makes it easier to register for Self Assessment.
Education to play a vital role in building belonging in divided communities
9 Sep 2026We are living in a period of heightened polarisation, and the education sector has a vital role to play in promoting a greater sense of belonging, human mutuality, curiosity and empathetic approach to disagreement in our
DBS reduces fees for checks and Update Service from 5 October 2026
9 Sep 2026From Monday 5 October 2026, fees for DBS checks and subscribing to the Update Service are to reduce.
Accountability is crucial in delivering more and better homes, says RSH chief executive
9 Sep 2026In his speech at the Housing Community Summit today, Jonathan said: “we are in a world of greater uncertainty and can’t predict that it will get any easier in the next few years. There are real pressures in the system… i
Great British Railways sets course for rail freight growth
8 Sep 2026Today (8 September 2026), the government has unveiled its vision for Great British Railways to back British businesses, strengthen supply chains and drive economic growth, with a new target to increase rail freight by at
Joint statement by the Prime Minister, President Macron and Prime Minister Carney on the Two-State Solution
8 Sep 2026A two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is critical for peace, stability and security in the Middle East and beyond. It is a fundamental national interest for the UK, France and Canada to protect and sec
Two more men arrested for illegal waste dumping at Kidlington site
8 Sep 2026Two men have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the large-scale, illegal dumping of waste at the infamous site in Kidlington, the Environment Agency has announced today (8 September 2026).
Appointment of President of the UK Supreme Court
8 Sep 2026His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of Lord Briggs of Westbourne as the next President of the Supreme Court. The King made the appointment on the advice of the Prime Minister and Lord Chancellor, following
Water company fined record £900k after coastline sewage spill
8 Sep 2026United Utilities Water Limited has been hit with £964,225 in fines and costs at Preston Magistrates’ Court today (8 September) after pleading guilty to five environmental permit offences following a major pollution incid