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

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 Ministry of Defence

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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Charity regulator appoints Interim Manager to William Blake House Northants

Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 10:01 The Charity Commission Press Release

The Charity Commission, the regulator of charities in England and Wales, has appointed an Interim Manager to William Blake House Northants (registered charity number 1089471). ...

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