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AI tool to slash planning decision times as government accelerates push to build 1.5 million homes

AI tool to slash planning decision times as government accelerates push to build 1.5 million homes

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

Millions of homeowners could benefit from faster planning decisions, as 2 new AI tools are unveiled to modernise England’s planning permission system....

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More families to benefit from lower bills through plug in panels

More families to benefit from lower bills through plug in panels

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

Retailers join government plans to bring plug-in solar panels to UK homes, helping families save money on bills....

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Pubs, shops and local assets protected with communities in charge

Pubs, shops and local assets protected with communities in charge

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

£61m fund to encourage people to save treasured local assets announced as part of a set of reforms to put more power in the hands of communities....

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New Local's Stronger Things Conference

New Local's Stronger Things Conference

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

Speaking at New Local's Stronger Things Conference in London, Communities Secretary Steve Reed set out reforms to put more power in the hands of commu...

Almost 180 more Youth Hubs to help young people build skills and find jobs

Almost 180 more Youth Hubs to help young people build skills and find jobs

Monday, 15 June 2026

Thousands of young people across Great Britain will benefit from access to expanded employment and wrap-around support services as the locations of al...

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Ministerial appointments: 12 June 2026

Ministerial appointments: 12 June 2026

Monday, 15 June 2026

The King has been pleased to approve the following appointments....

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Tens of thousands of new jobs and more than £18 billion boost to British economy as Prime Minister meets Japanese leader

Tens of thousands of new jobs and more than £18 billion boost to British economy as Prime Minister meets Japanese leader

Sunday, 14 June 2026

The UK and Japan are expected to agree investment creating tens of thousands of new jobs and more than £18 billion in economic gains, alongside a new ...

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UK to roll out Dutch style employment support across Britain

UK to roll out Dutch style employment support across Britain

Friday, 12 June 2026

Young Brits are set to benefit from Dutch style employment support as the Government steps up localised support to tackle rising NEET numbers....

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New CEO appointed to drive Greater Cambridge growth

New CEO appointed to drive Greater Cambridge growth

Friday, 12 June 2026

David Hill has been appointed as the first Chief Executive of the Greater Cambridge Development Corporation. ...

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Cycling and walking boom with £4.5 billion for thousands of new routes and safer crossings

Cycling and walking boom with £4.5 billion for thousands of new routes and safer crossings

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Strategy aims to deliver 5,000 new walking, wheeling and cycling routes and 10,000 safer crossings over the next 5 years....

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New Permanent Secretary of the Department for Work and Pensions Appointed

New Permanent Secretary of the Department for Work and Pensions Appointed

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Dame Sarah Healey appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Department for Work and Pensions...

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RSH finalises requirements for electrical safety checks TSM

RSH finalises requirements for electrical safety checks TSM

Thursday, 11 June 2026

All large social housing landlords in England will be required publish the electrical safety checks TSM for the first time covering the 2026/27 report...

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UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Latest information on cases including British nationals....

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New laws to shutdown dodgy high street shops in crime crackdown

New laws to shutdown dodgy high street shops in crime crackdown

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Dodgy vape shops, barbers and nail salons linked to organised crime will be shut down as criminal bosses are put behind bars in a nationwide crackdown...

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RSH publishes latest regulatory judgements including consumer upgrade for Cobalt Housing Limited

RSH publishes latest regulatory judgements including consumer upgrade for Cobalt Housing Limited

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

The Regulator of Social Housing has published regulatory judgements for four landlords today....

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Liz Kendall's speech to London Tech Week

Liz Kendall's speech to London Tech Week

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall's speech to London Tech Week on Tuesday 9 June....

Defence Housing Service appoints Chair as new data shows military housing 'turning the corner’

Defence Housing Service appoints Chair as new data shows military housing 'turning the corner’

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Ahead of its formal establishment next year, the Defence Housing Service appointed its interim chair, Natalie Elphicke Ross OBE, to lead the transitio...

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Armed Forces personnel receive third consecutive above inflation pay rise

Armed Forces personnel receive third consecutive above inflation pay rise

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

UK Armed Forces set to receive a 3.6% pay rise, recognising the dedication and professionalism of military personnel....

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Hurst Spit and Lymington draft coastal strategy unveiled

Hurst Spit and Lymington draft coastal strategy unveiled

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

A draft strategy has been published to manage climate change impacts along 15km coastline between Hurst Spit and Lymington....

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Fire Safety Minister's speech at the FBU's 2026 Conference

Fire Safety Minister's speech at the FBU's 2026 Conference

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

The Minister Samantha Dixon set out plans to reform the fire and rescue sector and deliver changes to set the sector up for success to meet future cha...

Fire Safety Minister's speech at the LGA's 2026 Fire Conference

Fire Safety Minister's speech at the LGA's 2026 Fire Conference

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Fire Safety Minister Samantha Dixon reaffirmed plans to reform fire and rescue services to boost professionalism and ensure the sector is fit for futu...

RSH starts discussion to help sector achieve more and better social homes

RSH starts discussion to help sector achieve more and better social homes

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

RSH is looking to engage with the sector to achieve more and better social homes...

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Cheers! Football fans to raise a glass for the World Cup

Cheers! Football fans to raise a glass for the World Cup

Monday, 08 June 2026

Pubs across the country set to benefit from extensions to licensing hours, special screenings and pavement pints as the country gears up for the World...

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Vital annual beach work reduces flood risk on Lincolnshire coast

Vital annual beach work reduces flood risk on Lincolnshire coast

Monday, 08 June 2026

Around 300,000 cubic metres of sand helps to reduce risk of flooding for 20,000 homes and businesses, 24,500 static caravans and 35,000 hectares of la...

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Mayors meet in York as “devolution revolution” delivers

Mayors meet in York as “devolution revolution” delivers

Friday, 05 June 2026

Mayors handed new powers under landmark Right to Request scheme, as more control is shifted to local leaders from Westminster...

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Research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees

Research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees

Thursday, 04 June 2026

94% of installers surveyed were either very satisfied or satisfied with the training received through the government's Heat Training Grant, new resear...

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Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public....

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New proposals to cut bills with community batteries

New proposals to cut bills with community batteries

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Families and businesses could benefit from cheaper energy through the use of community batteries....

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Lord Mann's recommendations to tackle antisemitism accepted

Lord Mann's recommendations to tackle antisemitism accepted

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Government to act on Lord Mann’s report about tackling racism and antisemitism in the NHS....

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Regulator of Social Housing de registers Pivotal Housing Association

Regulator of Social Housing de registers Pivotal Housing Association

Thursday, 04 June 2026

Pivotal Housing Association to be removed from the register of social housing providers...

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