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Policy paper: UK hydrogen strategy

This strategy sets out the approach to developing a thriving low carbon hydrogen sector in the UK to meet our increased ambition for 10GW of low carbon hydrogen production capacity by 2030...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 10:50

DVLA launches new online account for motorists

From today, motorists can opt for digital vehicle tax reminders rather than having to wait for a paper reminder to drop through their letter box..

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 09:47

Policy paper: The updated agreement on the Scottish Government’s Fiscal Framework

On 20 July 2023 the Scottish and UK governments agreed to update the Fiscal Framework for the Scottish Government...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 09:37

New prison to be built on former Rainsbrook site

The former Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre is set to reopen as a Category C men’s prison, in the latest of a string of measures to boost jail capacity, Prisons Minister Damian Hinds...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 09:28

UK Space Agency funding for technologies to monitor the Earth

Funding for satellite Earth Observation technologies, which are critical to improving humanity’s understanding of our planet and its climate, is now available...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 09:16

North East to benefit from new funding for hydrogen transport

Airports and supermarket deliveries could become greener and more efficient thanks to a £8 million government competition to support hydrogen-powered transport in the North East...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 08:59

Tighter direction for use of police cautions unveiled

Stricter rules to govern how police use cautions will ensure they should only be used for minor, first-time offences under a new code of practice published today...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 08:51

Government to modernise product safety laws to ensure they’re fit for the digital age

The UK’s product safety laws – which are over 30 years old – are set to be overhauled in a bid to make them fit for emerging technologies and new shopping habits...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 08:48

International Development Committee reveals real-world impact of cuts to UK aid

The International Development Committee is today publishing the FCDO Equality Impact Assessment provided to Ministers earlier this year to inform their decisions on where significant cuts...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 00:01

Economic growth and energy security on the agenda as Shapps convenes Downing Street energy summit

Leaders of the UK’s energy industry will meet in Downing Street today to discuss their plans to collectively invest over £100bn and create jobs around the country...

Wednesday, 2 August 2023 00:01