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15 years since the end of Sri Lanka’s armed conflict: Foreign Secretary statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/15-years-since-the-end-of-sri-lankas-armed-conflict-foreign-secretary-statement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=689f4b86-6217-4065-87bd-626b3a155436&utm_content=weekly
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The Foreign Secretary gave a statement on the 15th anniversary of the end of Sri Lanka’s armed conflict.

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El Fasher, Sudan: Foreign Secretary’s statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/el-fasher-sudan-foreign-secretarys-statement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=95b0ac50-3d95-4f80-9073-12679e5c2658&utm_content=weekly
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The Foreign Secretary’s statement on El Fasher, Sudan.

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Government’s trailblazing Institute for AI Safety to open doors in San Francisco: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/governments-trailblazing-institute-for-ai-safety-to-open-doors-in-san-francisco?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bffea1ff-fa66-462d-b5ae-9b5d8e029752&utm_content=weekly
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Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan announces first AI Safety Institute overseas office in San Francisco.

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12:01am, 20 May 2024

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Chief Plant Health Officer urges increased Asian hornet vigilance: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chief-plant-health-officer-urges-increased-asian-hornet-vigilance?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=87c86ac8-6cbb-40da-989a-3c09d4ef573f&utm_content=weekly
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Call for public and UK beekeepers to keep watch and report any sightings of Asian hornets this summer.

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Home of globally rare Precambrian fossils set to become a new NNR: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/home-of-globally-rare-precambrian-fossils-set-to-become-a-new-nnr?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=798c2f3c-c1a1-48ca-a0e5-205aa0bc5199&utm_content=weekly
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The 439-hectare National Nature Reserve will be a haven for people and a rich variety of species including kingfishers, rare ‘Charnwood spider’ and ancient oaks

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New independent Institute to steer UK semiconductor innovation and support semiconductor strategy: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-independent-institute-to-steer-uk-semiconductor-innovation-and-support-semiconductor-strategy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1ede0b11-144c-47e6-8ba5-2955b834f83e&utm_content=weekly
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UK Semiconductor Institute announced to support key components of the government’s Semiconductor Strategy.

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9:00am, 20 May 2024

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We are the Operational Delivery Profession: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/we-are-the-operational-delivery-profession?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0cbdc411-ea35-4216-80dc-e708f1c46ac1&utm_content=weekly
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The Operational Delivery Profession is the public face of the Civil Service with over 250,000 members. We support operational delivery professionals to succeed.

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9:15am, 20 May 2024

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VDEC develops a tool to reduce antimicrobial resistance to tuberculosis: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/vdec-develops-a-tool-to-reduce-antimicrobial-resistance-to-tuberculosis?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=50707777-a53c-4615-aee8-13e0f760ef15&utm_content=weekly
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VDEC developed a standardised assay reduce the development of antimicrobial resistance and improve patient treatment for tuberculosis.

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Regional Flood and Coastal Committee Chair appointments: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/regional-flood-and-coastal-committee-chair-appointments--3?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c1c02fcc-a131-409a-9758-31c112a62646&utm_content=weekly
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The RFCC chair appointments have been announced.

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9:30am, 20 May 2024

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Woking Borough Council: Commissioner appointment letters: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/woking-borough-council-commissioner-appointment-letters?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7c30a9e5-79a6-4dae-b92f-77ddc8640d62&utm_content=weekly
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Copies of the letters confirming Commissioners’ appointments at Woking Borough Council.

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Added Carol Culley and Mervyn Greer appointment letters (1 May 2024).

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10:00am, 20 May 2024

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SSRO referral investigation closed after parties reach agreement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ssro-referral-investigation-closed-after-parties-reach-agreement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7876ca3e-618d-458e-853a-642638091711&utm_content=weekly
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The SSRO has agreed to discontinue its investigation of a referral for a determination

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10:05am, 20 May 2024

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Market investigations: 75 years of UK experience: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/market-investigations-75-years-of-uk-experience?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0806f737-b708-4095-80ba-06497a39669e&utm_content=weekly
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A keynote speech by Martin Coleman, Non-Executive Director and Panel Chair of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), to the Swedish Competition Authority’s Pros and Cons Conference.

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11:10am, 20 May 2024

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Celebrate nature during National Nature Reserves Week: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/celebrate-nature-during-national-nature-reserves-week?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9f8b06cc-c67c-4338-890b-33b0547fb350&utm_content=weekly
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Events taking place during National Nature Reserves Week to showcase the benefits that National Nature Reserves bring to nature and people.

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UK hosts Five Eyes Combined Digital Leadership Forum: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-hosts-five-eyes-combined-digital-leadership-forum?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4aca02bb-2389-4850-8499-27979e5e26dc&utm_content=weekly
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Strategic Command brings together international data, digital, and technology experts

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11:49am, 20 May 2024

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Pair who ran illegal waste site in Bacup served prison sentence: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pair-who-ran-illegal-waste-site-in-bacup-served-prison-sentence?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2efb9d20-bb85-4c7f-893a-3b74dd5e2a3e&utm_content=weekly
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A father and son have been sentenced for operating an illegal waste site in Lancashire, following an investigation by the Environment Agency.

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Women and girls across Africa, Asia and the Middle East to benefit from a new UK higher education programme: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/women-and-girls-across-africa-asia-and-the-middle-east-to-benefit-from-a-new-uk-higher-education-programme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a06e0f84-3243-4876-8a39-09857ada1cd6&utm_content=weekly
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Deputy Foreign Secretary, Andrew Mitchell, announces an ambitious £45 million higher education programme at the Education World Forum to deliver a better future for young people, particularly women and girls.  

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12:13pm, 20 May 2024

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The NATO Meritorious Service Medal (NATO MSM) – Eligibility Criteria for Ministry of Defence employees: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-nato-meritorious-service-medal-nato-msm-eligibility-criteria-for-ministry-of-defence-employees?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=512e25a1-bafe-4b7f-b0a9-17bc6484e0f5&utm_content=weekly
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Details of different eligible groups within the MOD who will qualify for the NATO MSM, with the criteria each are individually and collectively subject to, as well as supporting information.

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12:21pm, 20 May 2024

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Certification Officer: Announcements: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/certification-officer-latest-decisions?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5a602438-6570-4171-ac61-277dfa78c034&utm_content=weekly
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General announcements and latest decisions of the Certification Officer

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Certification Officer new decision issued – Alam (2) v Unite the Union

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12:48pm, 20 May 2024

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Tenants given new rights to access information about their homes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tenants-given-new-rights-to-access-information-about-their-homes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f3256874-2dec-478d-800a-519a1fc02d74&utm_content=weekly
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All housing association tenants will be able to access information they need.

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1:28pm, 20 May 2024

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British Embassy Zagreb invites bids for Impact Fund 2024 to 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-embassy-zagreb-invites-bids-for-impact-fund-2024-to-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0d72c013-dc76-4d1c-8499-a13265f0805c&utm_content=weekly
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British Embassy Zagreb invites organisations to submit project proposals by 10 June 2024 for activities strengthening relationships between the UK and Croatia.

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1:38pm, 20 May 2024

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TRA initiates review into imports of aluminium foil from China: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tra-initiates-review-into-imports-of-aluminium-foil-from-china?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=06a33b18-a5b6-415d-b779-18fcf209fbad&utm_content=weekly
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The TRA has initiated a transition review of an anti-dumping measure on imports of aluminium foil from China.

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1:49pm, 20 May 2024

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UKAEA renews engineering framework agreement to boost fusion: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ukaea-renews-engineering-framework-agreement-to-boost-fusion?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e0c81c68-0b38-424a-8087-e0990bbf1377&utm_content=weekly
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Four-year Engineering Design Services Framework is renewed with nine companies.

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3:04pm, 20 May 2024

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Export of live animals banned: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/export-of-live-animals-banned?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c73ceca5-8588-45d1-9dbe-de1998e91d78&utm_content=weekly
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Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent

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3:08pm, 20 May 2024

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Self-driving vehicles set to be on roads by 2026 as Automated Vehicles Act becomes law: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/self-driving-vehicles-set-to-be-on-roads-by-2026-as-automated-vehicles-act-becomes-law?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=332f8896-83bd-4da1-a1cf-755e29cb1f43&utm_content=weekly
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Road safety is at the heart of the legislation, with automated vehicles expected to improve road safety by reducing human error.

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3:11pm, 20 May 2024

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Join the GPA’s PropTech knowledge and experience group: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/join-the-gpas-proptech-knowledge-and-experience-group?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=98a547ea-fbf0-430a-baa1-15404dbac6a4&utm_content=weekly
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The Government Property Agency (the GPA) is launching a PropTech Experience Group for users of the GPA’s flagship property technology products and services.

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3:22pm, 20 May 2024

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New technology to help identify invasive species: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-technology-to-help-identify-invasive-species?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4ae6504a-f9e8-4df7-beb9-7957e0e7a552&utm_content=weekly
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The National Fisheries Laboratory has seen crucial developments on how species like Prussian carp and topmouth gudgeon can be controlled.

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3:31pm, 20 May 2024

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Education Secretary speech at Education World Forum 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/education-secretary-speech-at-education-world-forum-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b1d80cbe-ae12-45b6-af50-792ed1cca96d&utm_content=weekly
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Education Secretary Gillian Keegan’s address at the Education World Forum in London.

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3:32pm, 20 May 2024

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We urge North Korea and Iran to cease all support to Russia: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-urge-north-korea-and-iran-to-cease-all-support-to-russia-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=969f9b8f-2224-4ead-91f1-bab6e081f1f7&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.

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4:28pm, 20 May 2024

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PM statement on the Infected Blood Inquiry: 20 May 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-statement-on-the-infected-blood-inquiry-20-may-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e92953f5-7df5-4a1f-96f9-575c18efc8e3&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s statement to the House of Commons on the Infected Blood Inquiry.

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This resolution was not a serious attempt to address the security of space: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/this-resolution-was-not-a-serious-attempt-to-address-the-security-of-space-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=39eeb788-1a3e-42bb-81f6-38ae4a186534&utm_content=weekly
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Explanation of Vote by UK Political Coordinator Fergus Eckersley at the UN Security Council meeting on non-proliferation.

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9:13pm, 20 May 2024

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We urge Israel to let humanitarian aid enter Gaza through all crossings, including by reopening Rafah: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/we-urge-israel-to-let-humanitarian-aid-enter-gaza-through-all-crossings-including-by-reopening-rafah-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9b201e4f-5e0c-4613-b501-4607b5a79b1e&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Rafah.

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10:11pm, 20 May 2024

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Prime Minister announces new funding to stop the boats: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/prime-minister-announces-new-funding-to-stop-the-boats?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f020b910-1d3c-4949-b098-7e1f626a85ee&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will meet Austrian Chancellor Nehammer in Vienna today [Tuesday 21 May] to discuss illegal migration.

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Court capacity bolstered in and around Blackpool to get justice done: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/court-capacity-bolstered-in-and-around-blackpool-to-get-justice-done?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9bc9fdaa-171b-42c1-8bd1-429b4b119d84&utm_content=weekly
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Those using courts in and near Blackpool are set to benefit from bolstered capacity and easier access to services, the government announced today (21 May 2024).

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Planning red tape slashed for farmers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/planning-red-tape-slashed-for-farmers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1f9b9893-b0d3-4591-b539-c146206e5533&utm_content=weekly
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Planning rules coming into force today make it easier to convert unused farm buildings into new homes, farm shops and gyms.

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Expanded and improved Sustainable Farming Incentive offer for farmers published: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/expanded-and-improved-sustainable-farming-incentive-offer-for-farmers-published?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=809cd63e-d903-4877-9f29-801177184deb&utm_content=weekly
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Expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive offer from July will give the sector a clear path forward and boost farm business resilience.

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British AI pioneers share £1 million in prizes as government unveils inaugural Manchester Prize finalists: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/british-ai-pioneers-share-1-million-in-prizes-as-government-unveils-inaugural-manchester-prize-finalists?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e9def160-65b9-484d-a052-7edcd9ee0625&utm_content=weekly
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Ten teams from across the country have been chosen as finalists of the inaugural Manchester Prize.

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Defendants that caused fires that raged for days are sentenced: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/defendants-that-caused-fires-that-raged-for-days-are-sentenced?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6fb1ed83-9f47-4080-acaf-8d47cc53cfd1&utm_content=weekly
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Some 6 defendants who repeatedly ignored Environment Agency advice about waste storage have been sentenced following an Agency investigation.

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Government secures future of UK Youth Parliament: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-secures-future-of-uk-youth-parliament?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2ce88294-83b5-40c5-9888-d647d177051f&utm_content=weekly
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Government appoints the National Youth Agency as the new body to run the UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) for 2024/25

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Joint Statement between UK and Austria: 21 May 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-between-uk-and-austria-21-may-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8dff4e84-8954-4782-97cf-dc5d23db606f&utm_content=weekly
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Today [Tuesday 21 May] Prime Minister Rishi Sunak spoke to his counterpart Chancellor Karl Nehammer in Austria on tackling illegal migration.

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Don’t lose out – extend Child Benefit for your 16 to 19 year old: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dont-lose-out-extend-child-benefit-for-your-16-to-19-year-old?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7a024fb3-75ec-4fb7-9cf4-75cf76792697&utm_content=weekly
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How to claim Child Benefit if your child is continuing in further education after their GCSEs.

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UK overachieves another carbon emissions target and rejects rollover: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-overachieves-another-carbon-emissions-target-and-rejects-rollover?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f2665f2f-fd35-4627-872c-5e4a61b7699a&utm_content=weekly
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Surplus from the UK’s third carbon budget will not be carried forward – proving the UK’s pragmatic approach to net zero is compatible with its climate targets.

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Historic first as companies spanning North America, Asia, Europe and Middle East agree safety commitments on development of AI: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/historic-first-as-companies-spanning-north-america-asia-europe-and-middle-east-agree-safety-commitments-on-development-of-ai?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7568fe8d-dbd9-4adf-9eb5-e5a6d67c560d&utm_content=weekly
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New commitments to develop AI safely have been agreed with 16 AI tech companies spanning the globe.

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AI technology to help cut cancer waiting lists: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ai-technology-to-help-cut-cancer-waiting-lists?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5ddcbdf5-77fb-47a0-8539-307e7d440491&utm_content=weekly
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Game-changing AI technology will be rolled out to all radiography departments in England in a matter of weeks – backed by £15.5 million in new Government funding.

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PM remarks in Austria: 21 May 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-remarks-in-austria-21-may-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1327b9b5-8ec1-465e-9033-501efefc9001&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s remarks ahead of a bilateral meeting with Chancellor Karl Nehammer in Vienna, Austria.

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Appointment of Lord Warden and Admiral of the Cinque Ports: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/appointment-of-lord-warden-and-admiral-of-the-cinque-ports?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9c7b6c6f-7ee7-41c9-8752-79c86e466fbc&utm_content=weekly
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The King has approved the appointment of Admiral Sir George Zambellas GCB, DSC, ADC, DL, as Lord Warden and Admiral of the Cinque Ports.

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Economic Secretary’s speech at the CityWeek Conference: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/economic-secretarys-speech-at-the-cityweek-conference?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c77d237a-9657-4817-a51d-67c13096c490&utm_content=weekly
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Economic Secretary to the Treasury Bim Afolami delivers speech at the CityWeek conference on the benefits of economic sovereignty to reinforce the UK’s capital markets.

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Police super-complaints: police use of stop and search powers: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/police-super-complaints-police-use-of-stop-and-search-powers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1dd38d11-fd5f-4bb7-8423-4c2ea34ef0b6&utm_content=weekly
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Super-complaint from the Criminal Justice Alliance about the police’s use of ‘suspicion-less’ stop and searches and the scrutiny of all stop and search powers.

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Secretary of State’s speech on Anti-semitism: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/secretary-of-states-speech-on-anti-semitism?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b11a5397-932b-4f16-9c37-00cf7d04ed6e&utm_content=weekly
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Speech by Rt Hon Michael Gove MP, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

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Nationwide campaign to build the British workforce of the future: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nationwide-campaign-to-build-the-british-workforce-of-the-future?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=acced345-dc6f-4db0-8b58-219b8d6756f6&utm_content=weekly
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The biggest ever drive to help employers unlock the talent across Britain will be at the heart of a new Government campaign to create the workforce of the future, the Work and Pensions Secretary unveiled today.

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PM meeting with Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer: 21 May 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-meeting-with-austrian-chancellor-karl-nehammer-21-may-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4e95398b-8df6-48c8-a130-41e9b37b0785&utm_content=weekly
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This morning [Tuesday 21 May] the Prime Minister met with the Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer at the Federal Chancellery Ballhausplatz in Vienna.

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Sheffield man sentenced after spending fraudulent Covid loan for non-existent business on BMW: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sheffield-man-sentenced-after-spending-fraudulent-covid-loan-for-non-existent-business-on-bmw?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=293e4b2f-b9e8-468c-b8aa-07b8b331f66d&utm_content=weekly
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Fraudster used government-backed Bounce Back Loan for personal use

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Fisheries and Seafood Scheme closes for 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/fisheries-and-seafood-scheme-closes-for-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d7345ebc-9b5c-4a3c-aa17-56623080fee8&utm_content=weekly
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The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS), administered by Marine Management Organisation (MMO) on behalf of Defra, delivers investments to safeguard the long-term sustainability, resilience and prosperity of the seafood sector across England.

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Grooming Gangs Taskforce arrests hundreds in first year: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/grooming-gangs-taskforce-arrests-hundreds-in-first-year?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cef09ffd-80b7-44be-9508-1ebedca226e3&utm_content=weekly
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A dedicated police taskforce set up to bring down grooming gangs has supported police forces in England and Wales to make hundreds of arrests in its first year. 

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Breaking new ground on welfare reform: growing the economy and changing lives: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/breaking-new-ground-on-welfare-reform-growing-the-economy-and-changing-lives?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cdfd8280-8e97-466c-97ea-c9c4511bc908&utm_content=weekly
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Today I’m announcing that I have set up a new cross government ministerial taskforce to drive the further action we need to take down barriers to recruitment.  

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Home Office confirms changes to the EU Settlement Scheme: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/home-office-confirms-changes-to-the-eu-settlement-scheme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=818a1e8c-726b-4c16-95b2-2534d4c75d75&utm_content=weekly
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The changes will ensure that citizens can continue to prove their rights easily, and bring greater clarity for those required to check immigration status.

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UK and Qatar to work together on a pathway to peace in the Middle East and health and medical support for Palestinians: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-qatar-to-work-together-on-a-pathway-to-peace-in-the-middle-east-and-health-and-medical-support-for-palestinians?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a6748c4b-dc34-499c-ac75-a3793977377b&utm_content=weekly
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Minister for the Middle East Lord Ahmad visited Qatar yesterday [20 May] for discussions on the crisis in Gaza.

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Government publishes updated guidance on national security powers: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-publishes-updated-guidance-on-national-security-powers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=18f55345-4a9d-4ea2-9d96-6f4ceadead2e&utm_content=weekly
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Deputy Prime Minister, Oliver Dowden, publishes updated guidance on the use of powers under the National Security and Investment Act (2021)

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Recruitment for the posts of Standing Junior Counsel and Second Standing Junior to the Advocate General for Scotland: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/recruitment-for-the-posts-of-standing-junior-counsel-and-second-standing-junior-to-the-advocate-general-for-scotland?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b860eced-761b-4739-b9d3-2a21b1ef913b&utm_content=weekly
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Recruitment for the posts of Standing Junior Counsel and Second Standing Junior to the Advocate General for Scotland

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Global leaders agree to launch first international network of AI Safety Institutes to boost understanding of AI: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/global-leaders-agree-to-launch-first-international-network-of-ai-safety-institutes-to-boost-understanding-of-ai?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cb3d5009-5bef-4e61-b706-a6560a9f12f1&utm_content=weekly
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Nations commit to work together to launch international network to accelerate the advancement of the science of AI safety.

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MHRA announces consultation on improved safety for high risk in vitro diagnostic devices  : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-announces-consultation-on-improved-safety-for-high-risk-in-vitro-diagnostic-devices?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5773c807-bbe4-4de7-9f4e-6550c67d21c1&utm_content=weekly
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (21 May 2024) launched a four-week consultation which will support improved safety for certain high risk in vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices.

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Major levelling up regeneration programme rolled out in Torbay: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-levelling-up-regeneration-programme-rolled-out-in-torbay?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=36cdb609-f61b-4732-b395-7fac1474bc50&utm_content=weekly
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Torquay, Paignton and Brixham in Torbay to benefit from tailored levelling up programme

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Appointment of Interim Chair of the Infected Blood Compensation Authority: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/appointment-of-interim-chair-of-the-infected-blood-compensation-authority?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=219c12fa-3bdb-4f19-b208-0c832dc2e4d7&utm_content=weekly
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Sir Robert Francis has been appointed by the Government following the Infected Blood Inquiry’s final report.

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Infected Blood Compensation Scheme: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/infected-blood-compensation-scheme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=674e1091-1b5e-436f-b059-81c5230bdd27&utm_content=weekly
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Statement from the Minister for the Cabinet Office on the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme

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Minister Ghani to push for peace and reconciliation on visit to Western Balkans: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/minister-ghani-to-push-for-peace-and-reconciliation-on-visit-to-western-balkans?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=654302fe-437e-4509-8f91-47327c919c2e&utm_content=weekly
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Minister Ghani visits Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina at a time of increasing threats to regional peace and stability.

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UK strengthens ties with Finland in vow to support Ukraine: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-strengthens-ties-with-finland-in-vow-to-support-ukraine?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=85d895a5-977d-4292-8595-443aab1baf12&utm_content=weekly
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The UK and Finland have signed a strategic partnership declaring Russia as the most significant and direct threat to European peace and stability.

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DCMS letter to Goodwin Procter on consent to derogations from 30 Jan Pre-emptive Action Order: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dcms-letter-to-goodwin-procter-on-consent-to-derogations-from-30-jan-pre-emptive-action-order?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dc45ccf2-39ba-42e6-97a9-b698b6e90225&utm_content=weekly
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Correspondence regarding the anticipated acquisition of TMG by RB Investco Ltd.

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MHRA announces a proposed framework for international recognition of medical devices: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-announces-a-proposed-framework-for-international-recognition-of-medical-devices?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1eebbb1c-2ec3-47a0-a6cc-c8814547e412&utm_content=weekly
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This initiative signals an important step towards a new regulatory framework for medical devices in Great Britain which protects public health, ensures access to MedTech innovations, and maintains an attractive market for industry

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What does lower inflation mean for you?: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/what-does-lower-inflation-mean-for-you?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=41a9cc15-be92-4e3a-ba3e-ce4dad85bd0c&utm_content=weekly
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An economist from the Treasury explains exactly what a fall in inflation means for you.

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Deal reached on interim Fiscal Framework for Northern Ireland: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/deal-reached-on-interim-fiscal-framework-for-northern-ireland?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=74525a0d-06bb-43b6-a1c5-a5f39c3ccecb&utm_content=weekly
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Fair deal delivers on commitment made within the Northern Ireland Executive’s restoration financial package.

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UK Government confirms increase to Scottish Government borrowing: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-government-confirms-increase-to-scottish-government-borrowing?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0ad99b8c-ca96-4b16-9316-eb7aca347ca6&utm_content=weekly
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Scotland Act Order approval will increases borrowing resource to fund vital public services including schools, hospitals and key infrastructure to boost growth

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Warring parties must fully comply with international humanitarian law and protect civilians: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/warring-parties-must-fully-comply-with-international-humanitarian-law-and-protect-civilians-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9d76d530-288e-4e94-bb70-f4a206814a5a&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on the protection of civilians in armed conflict.

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Children at heart of D-Day 80 with ultimate history lesson: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/children-at-heart-of-d-day-80-with-ultimate-history-lesson?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=27d91df9-e389-4254-83df-987800ce2d4d&utm_content=weekly
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30 children visited 10 Downing Street and HMS Belfast for the ultimate D-Day history lesson, transported on a Second World War-era red London bus. 

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New nuclear power plant earmarked for North Wales: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-nuclear-power-plant-earmarked-for-north-wales?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=d5627680-993c-48ad-a2dc-b99eedb0cea9&utm_content=weekly
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Wylfa in Anglesey is the government’s preferred site for a large-scale gigawatt nuclear power plant.

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Review into Alderney camps determines truth around death toll during Nazi occupation: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/review-into-alderney-camps-determines-truth-around-death-toll-during-nazi-occupation?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=621fc487-9bbb-4867-83cc-64413c7bfb83&utm_content=weekly
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An expert review of evidence has sought to give the most accurate possible assessment of how many prisoners and labourers died on Alderney between 1941 to 1945.

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Charity Commission concludes its inquiry into charity with links to failed cryptocurrency firm FTX: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/charity-commission-concludes-its-inquiry-into-charity-with-links-to-failed-cryptocurrency-firm-ftx?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=187a1972-dcf0-4473-8fb6-1e52d1e1bb6e&utm_content=weekly
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Today (Wednesday 22 May 2024) the Charity Commission concluded its inquiry into Effective Ventures Foundation.

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UK and Albania working innovatively to build on migration partnership success: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-albania-working-innovatively-to-build-on-m