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Government launches National Taskforce for Tackling Misogyny

Government, local leaders and experts will look at misogyny prevention across society so women and girls no longer need to face harmful attitudes.

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POLITICS

Helping shape the future of the UK space sector

GAD helped the UK Space Agency assess the risks and financial implications of reforms designed to support growth and innovation in the space sector.

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POLITICS

Minister for Overseas Territories statement on the Falkland Islands: 18 September

Statement from Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Overseas Territories Uma Kumaran on doing business with the Falkland Islands

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ECONOMY

Funding boost for next generation of British fashion talent

£1 million of Government funding to be awarded to emerging talent in fashion design per year for the next 3 years

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HEALTH

Pharmacovigilance Senior Assessor and Reporting Lead

Pharmacovigilance Senior Assessor and Reporting Lead working on post-authorisation surveillance of veterinary medicines for the UK.

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ECONOMY

UK’s 250th banking hub opens in Chepstow, keeping access to cash and face-to-face banking in the town

Treasury Minister Lucy Rigby officially opens the UK's 250th banking hub in Chepstow

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SPORT

UK galleries urged to save rare Renaissance masterpiece

Government temporarily blocks 500-year-old sculpture from being taken out of the UK

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POLITICS

PM meeting with Micheál Martin the Taoiseach of Ireland: 18 September 2026

The Prime Minister met the Taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin today, marking the first time an international leader has visited No10 North.

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HEALTH

100 years of Newcastle disease research at APHA

The event marked the centenary of Newcastle disease research and explored the future of global disease surveillance, control and innovation.

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EDUCATION

More enriching activities for hundreds of thousands of children

More than 400 schools in disadvantaged communities to benefit from £22.5 million investment and tailored support to expand access to enrichment opportunities.

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GENERAL

Euan Hutton to leave Sellafield Chief Executive role in July 2027

Sellafield Ltd Chief Executive Officer, Euan Hutton, has announced he will leave the organisation in July 2027.

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DEFENCE & SECURITY

Housing reforms give military families greater say over their homes

Military families will have a greater say over the homes they live in under a package of reforms designed to cut bureaucracy, strengthen accountability and put residents

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Taoiseach of Ireland First International Leader to visit No10 North

Prime Minister hosts Taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin as first international leader to visit No10 North

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JUSTICE

MOJ LawtechUK Advisory Board and Ambassadors recruitment

The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) is inviting expressions of interest from individuals wishing to join the LawtechUK Advisory Board or become a LawtechUK Ambassador to suppor

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POLITICS

Third UK-Maldives Strategic Dialogue 2026: Joint Communiqué

The United Kingdom and Republic of Maldives held their Third Strategic Dialogue at Senior Officials level in London on 17 September 2026.

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CRIME & SAFETY

Government expands crackdown on knife crime

Targeted crackdown has reduced knife robberies by almost a quarter in 7 forces since June 2024.

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POLITICS

Honduras’ Independence Day 2026

Message from His Majesty King Charles III to the people of Honduras on the occasion of Independence Day.

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Guatemala’s Independence Day 2026

Message from His Majesty King Charles III to the people of Guatemala on the occasion of Independence Day.

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CRIME & SAFETY

Ministers bring together leaders to rewire youth crime prevention

Youth Justice Minister Jake Richards convened local leaders and experts in Manchester to tackle youth crime

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GENERAL

Senior Traffic Commissioner launches consultation on local bus service performance standards

The Senior Traffic Commissioner for Great Britain has today launched a consultation to review how traffic commissioners assess the performance of local bus services, incl

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DBS launches campaign to help parents and carers make informed decisions when hiring self-employed workers

DBS’ new ‘Every Check Helps’ campaign encourages parents and carers to consider DBS information alongside references, qualifications, experience and personal judgement wh

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HEALTH

Chair appointed to lead Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Trust inquiry

Chair to the public inquiry into mental health care at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) appointed.

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ENVIRONMENT

Birmingham waste company to clear site and pay nearly £24,000

Environment Agency investigation ends in prosecution of company which ignored waste permit regulations and orders to stop operations on site in Birmingham.

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Chiltern Railways brought into public ownership

Chiltern Railways brought into public ownership with more daily services and more reliable journeys.

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POLITICS

UN Human Rights Council 63: UK Statement for the panel discussion on the International Covenants on Human Rights

UK Statement for the panel discussion on the International Covenants on Human Rights. Delivered at the 63rd Human Rights Council in Geneva.

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ENERGY

NDA galvanises cultural shift across nuclear sector

NDA brings nuclear sector senior leaders together to galvanise action on Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce (NRTF) review recommendations.

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JUSTICE

Directors warned to verify identities with Companies House following first Insolvency Service prosecutions

Court action highlights legal duty on directors to complete identity verification

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JUSTICE

Illegal waste site operator in Sheffield sentenced

The operator of a regulated waste facility in Sheffield who did not have an environmental permit has been handed a 39-week suspended prison sentence.

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DEFENCE & SECURITY

New Army accommodation completed at Upavon

Over 200 new bedspaces are being provided for Service personnel at Trenchard Lines as part of investment in Army accommodation.

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TRAVEL

AAIB Report: ATR 72-212 A, G-OASB

ATR 72-212 A (G-OASB), touchdown on the nose landing gear, East Midlands Airport, 14 November 2025

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