Defra environmental targets consultation: Environment Agency response
Environment Agency's response on new targets, under the Environment Act 2021 to improve the natural environment...
Monday, 9 May 2022 09:54
MPs call for action on advertising and employment rules to protect children and online performers
Regulation and employment protection have failed to keep pace with the growth of online influencer culture, leaving those working in the industry with a lack of support...
Monday, 9 May 2022 09:39
Government to announce new laws to level up education opportunity so no child is left behind
New laws are expected to be unveiled tomorrow to underpin the government’s ambition for every child to receive a world-class education...
Monday, 9 May 2022 00:01
UK punishes Putin with new round of sanctions on £1.7 billion of goods
The UK is today announcing a new package of sanctions on Russia and Belarus targeting £1.7 billion worth of trade in a move designed to further weaken Putin’s war machine...
Monday, 9 May 2022 00:01
Labour responds to news of the Government's Schools Bill
Bridget Phillipson MP, Labour’s Shadow Education Secretary, responding to news of the Government’s Schools Bill, said...
Monday, 9 May 2022 00:01
Prime Minister to give local leaders power to breathe life into high streets
The Levelling up and Regeneration Bill, expected to be unveiled in the Queen’s speech next week, will provide local leaders with the powers they need to revitalise town centres...
Sunday, 8 May 2022 00:01
UK confirms extra £1.3 billion in military support for Ukraine
The Chancellor today confirms £1.3 billion to meet the ongoing costs of military support to Ukraine during this financial year...
Sunday, 8 May 2022 00:01
Scottish government awards £15 million to support second year of community mental health fund
A fund launched by the Scottish government last year to tackle the social isolation, loneliness and mental health inequalities made worse by the pandemic...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 15:18
Government proposes faster information for victims of domestic abuse
Information about someone’s violent or abusive behaviour will be disclosed faster under changes to Clare’s Law proposed by the Home Office today...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 15:13
Government to reform outdated mental health laws
The draft Mental Health bill is expected to be featured as part of the government’s new legislative programme, unveiled in the Queen’s Speech next week...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 00:01