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How well does your council fix potholes? Tough new guidance for councils will end ‘patch up’ fixes and lead to smoother, safer journeys

How well does your council fix potholes? Tough new guidance for councils will end ‘patch up’ fixes and lead to smoother, safer journeys

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

New rules to require councils to prove they are doing more to fix potholes and future-proof roads....

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Companies agree to stronger workers’ rights in clean energy

Companies agree to stronger workers’ rights in clean energy

Friday, 05 June 2026

Offshore wind supply chain companies and trade unions back the government’s Offshore Wind Fair Work Charter....

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Thousands of seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protections under new government proposals

Thousands of seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protections under new government proposals

Thursday, 04 June 2026

The new laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters....

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PM meets mayors in drive to get Britain building and take on blockers

PM meets mayors in drive to get Britain building and take on blockers

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

Mayors from across England will meet with the Prime Minister today (4 June) as the government accelerates its drive to kickstart growth and deliver fo...

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Universal theme park to be UK’s most popular tourist attraction

Universal theme park to be UK’s most popular tourist attraction

Wednesday, 03 June 2026

The Universal United Kingdom Resort, one of the largest ever investments in the UK tourism sector, will employ thousands and entertain millions of peo...

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Business in the Community speech   2 June 2026

Business in the Community speech 2 June 2026

Tuesday, 02 June 2026

Communities Secretary Steve Reed's speech at Business in the Community....

Certification Officer: Announcements

Certification Officer: Announcements

Tuesday, 02 June 2026

General announcements and latest decisions of the Certification Officer....

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New laws set to modernise aviation and better protect passengers

New laws set to modernise aviation and better protect passengers

Tuesday, 02 June 2026

The Civil Aviation Bill will support airspace modernisation and enhance safety standards for passengers across the UK. ...

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GTR services transferred to public ownership

GTR services transferred to public ownership

Sunday, 31 May 2026

GTR services are now managed by DfT Operator Ltd (DFTO)....

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Britain's biggest train operator’s services enter public ownership this weekend

Britain's biggest train operator’s services enter public ownership this weekend

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), which includes Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express, will transfer into public ownership....

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Millions to benefit from lower travel and food costs

Millions to benefit from lower travel and food costs

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

The Government has published a list of 125 everyday essentials - including fruit, oils and core pantry staples - targeted for tariff reductions, along...

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Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports

Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted a recycling company for attempting to illegally export plastics contaminated with household waste. ...

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More new trains, better journeys: SWR celebrates one year in public ownership

More new trains, better journeys: SWR celebrates one year in public ownership

Sunday, 24 May 2026

The roll-out of the South Western Arterio fleet shows how nationalisation of the railway is transforming passenger journeys....

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Government and rail industry say ‘enough’ to sexual harassment

Government and rail industry say ‘enough’ to sexual harassment

Friday, 22 May 2026

Campaign will target sexual harassment on trains and at stations while train operators will be scored on how they tackle the issue under the new schem...

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Passengers one step closer to booking taxi and bus style self driving vehicles

Passengers one step closer to booking taxi and bus style self driving vehicles

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Applications open for operators to join the self-driving vehicles pilot scheme....

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Neighbourhood Guarantee Speech

Neighbourhood Guarantee Speech

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Communities Secretary Steve Reed speech about a new Neighbourhood Guarantee. ...

Chancellor Rachel Reeves statement to Parliament

Chancellor Rachel Reeves statement to Parliament

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has today (21 May) updated the House of Commons on the Government's economic response to the war in Iran, and the action they...

CMA recommends overhaul of road and rail procurement to cut costs and drive economic growth through infrastructure investment

CMA recommends overhaul of road and rail procurement to cut costs and drive economic growth through infrastructure investment

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Civil engineering market study sets out recommendations to tackle long-standing delivery issues in road and rail infrastructure....

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New mass transit taskforce to reshape the future of transport in towns and cities

New mass transit taskforce to reshape the future of transport in towns and cities

Thursday, 21 May 2026

The new taskforce will make recommendations to improve transit systems so they can be delivered more efficiently across the UK....

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Full steam ahead for Great British Railways as first branded train unveiled

Full steam ahead for Great British Railways as first branded train unveiled

Wednesday, 20 May 2026

First Great British Railways?branded train unveiled as services move into public ownership, with new branding rolling out across England’s rail networ...

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Cost of living boost with free bus travel for children and targeted food tariff cuts

Cost of living boost with free bus travel for children and targeted food tariff cuts

Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Chancellor to announce ‘Great British Summer Savings’ - a UK wide scheme to help families enjoy this summer ...

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Transport Secretary ends 'era of neglect' on HS2 with thorough reset

Transport Secretary ends 'era of neglect' on HS2 with thorough reset

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Transport Secretary sets out new HS2 costs and timelines after a full review, taking control of the project to cut waste, speed up delivery and save b...

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New reforms to stop waste criminals from exploiting loopholes

New reforms to stop waste criminals from exploiting loopholes

Sunday, 17 May 2026

Stricter background checks to be introduced for waste carriers ...

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Andrew Figgures’ term extended as Trustee of the Imperial War Museum

Andrew Figgures’ term extended as Trustee of the Imperial War Museum

Thursday, 14 May 2026

The Prime Minister has extended the term of Lieutenant-General Andrew Figgures CB CBE FREng for 9 months, from 1 February 2026 to 31 October 2026...

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Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of £1 million

Innovative walking, wheeling and cycling projects win share of £1 million

Tuesday, 12 May 2026

The 12 winning projects will provide more people with healthier and sustainable active travel options across England. ...

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Multimillion pound competition drives cutting edge innovation in rail industry

Multimillion pound competition drives cutting edge innovation in rail industry

Monday, 11 May 2026

Modernising track and train will help improve the passenger experience, while supporting jobs, growth and homes in Britain....

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Next stop, Cambridge South: new station's opening date revealed

Next stop, Cambridge South: new station's opening date revealed

Sunday, 10 May 2026

New Cambridge South rail station opening in June 2026....

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Nearly £50 million government backing to power up drone and flying taxi tech and crack down on illegal drones

Nearly £50 million government backing to power up drone and flying taxi tech and crack down on illegal drones

Tuesday, 05 May 2026

Funding will help develop a numberplate ID system for drones, helping police better protect UK skies and prosecute illegal users....

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Joint Declaration on a Strategic Partnership between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Armenia

Joint Declaration on a Strategic Partnership between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Armenia

Tuesday, 05 May 2026

Joint Declaration on a Strategic Partnership between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Armenia....

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Government sets out plans to protect summer holidays?from disruption?

Government sets out plans to protect summer holidays?from disruption?

Saturday, 02 May 2026

There are no immediate supply issues, but government is preparing now to give families long-term certainty and avoid unnecessary disruption....

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