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UK defence industry steps up support for Gulf partners facing Iranian attacks

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 18:00 Ministry of Defence Press Release

The UK today stepped up its support for Gulf partners, convening a meeting of defence industry leaders to reinforce countries in the region under attack from Iran. ...

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New fees for passport applications

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 17:42 HM Passport Office News Story

Changes to passport application fees will take effect on 8 April 2026. ...

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New amendments will create safer streets, champion culture, and strengthen local accountability under the English Devolution Bill

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 17:35 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Press Release

Communities and local leaders will benefit from new powers introduced in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill. ...

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PM meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: 18 March 2026

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 16:45 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street News Story

The Prime Minister hosted the NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, yesterday afternoon....

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PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 18 March 2026

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 16:39 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The Prime Minister hosted the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, at Downing Street yesterday afternoon....

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Fly tippers and vandals to be forced into “clean up squads” and slapped with cleaning bill

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 16:28 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

New Action Plan to be published to tackle waste crime and restore pride in our towns and cities....

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We must do all we can to maintain momentum towards a more stable and secure future for the Syrian people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 16:27 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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Foot and mouth disease: latest situation

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 15:16 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs News Story

Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level....

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New plans to reshape how we protect and manage our land

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 15:04 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

England’s first Land Use Framework sets out a plan for managing the country’s finite land to ensure the nation’s long-term resilience...

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Two weeks to go: Hunterston B achieves licence milestone

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 14:52 Nuclear Decommissioning Authority News Story

Office for Nuclear Regulation grant a site licence to Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) - major milestone that will enable the site's decommissioning. ...

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Internal Audit Competency Framework

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 14:01 Internal Audit Profession News Story

We are pleased to share the Internal Audit Competency Framework for use within your own organisations....

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Joint MMO–UKMPG initiative to set new standard for marine licensing

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 13:46 Marine Management Organisation News Story

A major collaborative effort to test, modernise and improve the marine licensing system is gathering momentum....

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Working families saving thousands on childcare costs

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 12:51 Department for Education Press Release

Research shows that government-funded childcare has cut childcare costs for families in half....

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Stronger visiting rights for people in health and care settings

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 12:05 Department of Health and Social Care Press Release

The government will better protect and strengthen the visiting rights for people in health and care settings, following a review of Regulation 9A....

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UK commits £15 million for vulnerable people affected by Middle East conflict

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 12:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Hundreds of thousands of people fleeing conflict in the Middle East will receive life?saving assistance in response to worsening humanitarian situation....

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Update following Round 4 of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement with Turkey

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 11:59 Department for Business and Trade News Story

An update following the fourth round of UK-Turkey FTA negotiations....

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Major employment drive to help unlock 200,000 new jobs and apprenticeships for next generation

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 11:22 Department for Work and Pensions Press Release

A major youth employment drive backed by £1 billion will help create 200,000 jobs for young people, alongside the biggest transformation of apprenticeships in a decade....

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Lower bills for farmers, schools and factories

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 11:02 Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Press Release

Farmers, schools and manufacturers could soon cut their energy bills by installing small onshore wind turbines without needing planning permission.  ...

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Millions set to benefit as government widens access to affordable finance

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 10:51 HM Treasury News Story

New reforms will let credit unions reach millions more people, expanding access to low-cost borrowing and secure savings for households...

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Health devolution in Greater Manchester and South Yorkshire

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Appointments to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board

Wednesday, 25 March 2026 | Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

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