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Weekly update from GOV.UK for: News and communications

Weekly update from GOV.​UK for:


News and communications
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Minister for Sport’s speech at the Football Supporters’ Association AGM: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/minister-for-sports-speech-at-the-football-supporters-association-agm?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c33031dd-cff3-449a-affe-b92cb0b67a03&utm_content=weekly
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Minister Stephanie Peacock addresses the FSA at Wembley

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6:13pm, 20 July 2024

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Chancellor vows ‘big bang on growth’ to boost investment and savings: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chancellor-vows-big-bang-on-growth-to-boost-investment-and-savings?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3691fa52-d4ee-4e58-ac99-737833914de5&utm_content=weekly
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Landmark pensions review part of Government’s mission to ‘boost growth and make every part of Britain better off’.  

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10:30pm, 20 July 2024

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Letter from Deputy Prime Minister and Defra Secretary of State to environmental NGOs on planning and infrastructure bill: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/letter-from-deputy-prime-minister-and-defra-secretary-of-state-to-environmental-ngos-on-planning-and-infrastructure-bill?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=13dfd8f9-0181-4b69-a4ac-a833d52de497&utm_content=weekly
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The Deputy Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs have written to eNGOs about using the value gained from enabling development to proceed quickly and smoothly to support nature recovery.

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12:01am, 21 July 2024

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UK soldiers test next generation of body-worn technology: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-soldiers-test-next-generation-of-body-worn-technology?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cb11e2c7-94b0-4199-b4ce-a778af018f07&utm_content=weekly
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Major advances have been made in body-worn technology for UK soldiers, improving their operational advantage.

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Time updated:
8:00am, 21 July 2024

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Skills England to transform opportunities and drive growth: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/skills-england-to-transform-opportunities-and-drive-growth?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=efe7aeb4-b81a-4948-9a8f-61bbb0be726f&utm_content=weekly
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New body launched to bring together key partners to meet the skills needs of the next decade across all regions.

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12:01am, 22 July 2024

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Capacity Market auction parameters: letter from DESNZ to ESO, July 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/capacity-market-auction-parameters-letter-from-desnz-to-eso-july-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=1b600a8a-e5ba-499a-a471-bd11b440ce20&utm_content=weekly
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Letter setting out the Capacity Market auction parameters for the T-1 auction for 2025 to 2026 delivery year, and the T-4 auction for 2028 to 2029 delivery year.

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7:00am, 22 July 2024

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Business and Trade Secretary gives lift-off to over £100 million for greener air travel: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/business-and-trade-secretary-gives-lift-off-to-over-100-million-for-greener-air-travel?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=81ec86d1-8887-4e46-b62d-e87f340435ac&utm_content=weekly
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Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has announced over £100 million of funding for cutting-edge aerospace research and development projects.

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9:00am, 22 July 2024

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£33 million boost for national space programme: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/33-million-boost-for-national-space-programme?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5a32e286-d369-4147-b810-f31bbb81cb44&utm_content=weekly
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More than 20 national space projects have been announced today by DSIT Secretary of State Peter Kyle, on the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow.

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9:30am, 22 July 2024

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New and improved website from the UK Ship Register: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-and-improved-website-from-the-uk-ship-register?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=f0f0cf8d-26fa-4f17-aa3d-c730bee9bd00&utm_content=weekly
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The UK Ship Register (UKSR) launched a new website, simplifying access to essential services for seafarers and vessel owners worldwide.

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10:06am, 22 July 2024

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E-seminar: An introduction to alternative proteins: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/e-seminar-an-introduction-to-alternative-proteins?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0db4f0d4-d56f-4931-a6f3-b138bf778d0c&utm_content=weekly
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An e-seminar produced as part of the Joint Knowledge Transfer Framework for Food Standards and Food Safety Analysis

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Time updated:
10:53am, 22 July 2024

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NDA group establishes innovative partnership to manage asbestos waste at legacy nuclear sites: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/nda-group-establishes-innovative-partnership-to-manage-asbestos-waste-at-legacy-nuclear-sites?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=83849cb2-1267-484c-a982-a57b5f41b672&utm_content=weekly
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The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), in collaboration with its subsidiary Nuclear Waste Services (NWS), has awarded two contracts to establish an innovative partnership for the enhanced management of asbestos waste.

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Edited to correct the names of contractors which make up the AIP

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10:53am, 22 July 2024

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Helping stakeholders feel confident dealing with contracts in the regulatory framework: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/helping-stakeholders-feel-confident-dealing-with-contracts-in-the-regulatory-framework?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b532e987-ca62-453b-84e4-16a10f5437c2&utm_content=weekly
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Description of the ADS / SSRO / MOD webinar on 17 July 2024, and provision of presentation slides.

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11:22am, 22 July 2024

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First trial on British Army vehicle for high-powered laser weapon: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/first-trial-on-british-army-vehicle-for-high-powered-laser-weapon?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=38352ec2-ad5f-440e-ab52-a4c8c5fa8513&utm_content=weekly
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Dstl, DE&S and industry have worked together to enable the development of this critical new capability and help prepare the UK’s armed forces for the future.

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11:30am, 22 July 2024

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Sellafield takes delivery of first fully electric train: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sellafield-takes-delivery-of-first-fully-electric-train?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c94c30af-067f-4737-9083-14e88c7eda32&utm_content=weekly
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Sellafield’s rail team welcomed the latest addition to their fleet this month as the site took delivery of its first fully electric locomotive.

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11:32am, 22 July 2024

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Shaping the way to win on land through operational analysis: https://www.gov.uk/government/case-studies/shaping-the-way-to-win-on-land-through-operational-analysis?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=dfdfbd55-c9e8-4401-af42-46e497797d7e&utm_content=weekly
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Dstl operational analysis is shaping the way the British Army will fight and win in future conflicts.

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11:35am, 22 July 2024

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Defence Secretary champions UK industry at Farnborough Air Show: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/defence-secretary-champions-uk-industry-at-farnborough-air-show?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=27febc84-9756-4de0-acef-71c9a51b4213&utm_content=weekly
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Defence Secretary John Healey announces a £6.5 billion complex weapons partnership and trials of a laser weapon fired from a British Army vehicle.

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11:55am, 22 July 2024

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DJ software deal abandoned: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dj-software-deal-abandoned?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8aa747df-b92c-44c9-b55a-3720f64fad15&utm_content=weekly
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AlphaTheta and Serato have abandoned their proposed deal.

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12:16pm, 22 July 2024

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Sustainable aviation fuel initiatives: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/sustainable-aviation-fuel-initiatives?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a131db7b-89e6-401a-b7d6-95a82da80d56&utm_content=weekly
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These initiatives will push the government’s mission-driven plan to kick-start economic growth and make Britain a clean energy superpower.

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1:01pm, 22 July 2024

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£10.9 million boost for Scottish space sector: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/109-million-boost-for-scottish-space-sector?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=21fbe8da-b129-456a-aca4-25ae756c1c09&utm_content=weekly
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The projects come from the National Space Innovation Programme (NSIP) – designed to invest in high-potential technologies and drive innovation and growth.

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1:02pm, 22 July 2024

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OISC investigation leads to Immigration Adviser prosecution: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/oisc-investigation-leads-to-immigration-adviser-prosecution?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8cde7b7e-df02-4e97-8379-373910bb86fc&utm_content=weekly
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Prison sentence follows investigations lasting several years involving the OISC, SRA, Home Office, and Bedfordshire Police.

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1:10pm, 22 July 2024

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One-stop SEPs Resource Hub launched by UK IPO: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/one-stop-seps-resource-hub-launched-by-uk-ipo?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3c63e417-20b0-460f-a5bc-ef5bf2da5e81&utm_content=weekly
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UK Resource Hub for Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) launched today by UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO).

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1:19pm, 22 July 2024

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PM’s remarks at the Farnborough Airshow: 22 July 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pms-remarks-at-the-farnborough-airshow-22-july-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=40818bce-c4fa-41f5-a47c-e4dd772aef18&utm_content=weekly
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s remarks at the Farnborough Airshow, announcing the launch of Skills England.

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2:22pm, 22 July 2024

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19 of Wales’ top forces-friendly employers have been recognised with a prestigious award: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/19-of-wales-top-forces-friendly-employers-have-been-recognised-with-a-prestigious-award?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=15b5058f-4598-467d-9425-61ec68194772&utm_content=weekly
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19 organisations from across Wales were presented with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 2024.

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3:14pm, 22 July 2024

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Situation in Bangladesh: FCDO Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State’s statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/situation-in-bangladesh-fcdo-parliamentary-under-secretary-of-states-statement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bfd5f69e-9074-43aa-9d39-877806f4c8b8&utm_content=weekly
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FCDO Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State Catherine West gave a statement on the current situation in Bangladesh.

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Time updated:
3:16pm, 22 July 2024

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GCA Annual Conference 2024 : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/gca-annual-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=19b69cc2-2a32-4630-8433-274cd92ded5e&utm_content=weekly
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Registration is now open for the GCA’s 2024 Annual Conference which will take place on Tuesday 1 October. 

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In-person registration has now closed but you can still register to join the conference online.

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4:30pm, 22 July 2024

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Aid access in Syria should be granted for as long as it is needed: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/aid-access-in-syria-should-be-granted-for-as-long-as-it-is-needed-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e747d642-34a9-4800-92fb-d6ea7a54930f&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Laura Dix at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.

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4:41pm, 22 July 2024

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Peer Reviewer contracts extended: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/peer-reviewer-contracts-extended?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ab6c4885-7465-4346-9966-8892e0172e9d&utm_content=weekly
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The LAA are extending our Peer Reviewer Contracts by the maximum term of two years and notices are now being sent to all of our contracted Reviewers.

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5:05pm, 22 July 2024

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The UK condemns Houthi attacks against Israel and their wider destabilising activity in the Red Sea: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-uk-condemns-houthi-attacks-against-israel-and-their-wider-destabilising-activity-in-the-red-sea-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e10efac7-c866-4cdc-bfa0-cb173ee22a02&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East.

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8:38pm, 22 July 2024

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Engineer for a Day: Win trip to Nova Scotia, help Red Arrows soar: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/engineer-for-a-day-win-trip-to-nova-scotia-help-red-arrows-soar?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=43f7311e-dce3-47a2-9a9b-df6d7f7b630d&utm_content=weekly
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The “Engineer for a Day” competition is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring young engineers across Canada

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9:44pm, 22 July 2024

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Kendall launches blueprint for fundamental reform to change the DWP from a ‘Department of Welfare to a Department for Work’: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/kendall-launches-blueprint-for-fundamental-reform-to-change-the-dwp-from-a-department-of-welfare-to-a-department-for-work?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3e97a5c2-cc7e-4b57-9e59-1c4106a423a3&utm_content=weekly
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Liz Kendall will today set out how Britain’s system of employment support must be fundamentally reformed to tackle the “most urgent challenge” of spiralling economic inactivity.

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12:01am, 23 July 2024

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Tougher regulation as data shows water companies underperforming: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tougher-regulation-as-data-shows-water-companies-underperforming?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e0fb2f58-eac6-42c8-a896-3226e88c14c1&utm_content=weekly
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The Environment Agency has today published its annual report on the environmental performance of England’s nine water and sewerage companies during 2023.

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7:00am, 23 July 2024

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New Government Hub for York Given Planning Green Light: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-government-hub-for-york-given-planning-green-light?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0b61fcde-7508-4d54-b1d8-dcfdb4c4787a&utm_content=weekly
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Plans for a state-of-the art government office development in York have been given the go-ahead.

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9:01am, 23 July 2024

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Jet skier issued first caution under new watercraft safety law: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/jet-skier-issued-first-caution-under-new-watercraft-safety-law?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=896b3189-af8d-41ff-953d-f0967687d8be&utm_content=weekly
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Jet skier forced a ferry to take evasive action after crossing just off its bow.

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10:32am, 23 July 2024

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Carpetright Ltd in administration: information for employees and creditors : https://www.gov.uk/government/news/carpetright-ltd-in-administration-information-for-employees-and-creditors?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0527f93c-0fb0-44b3-8379-8e31c4c76de6&utm_content=weekly
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Carpetright Ltd has announced it has entered administration on 22 July 2024. This page provides information on how to claim redundancy or register as a creditor. 

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10:45am, 23 July 2024

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SIA encourages public to thank security on International Security Officers’ Day: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sia-encourages-public-to-thank-security-on-international-security-officers-day?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=17e7878b-b1df-4156-a88f-86dd3219463f&utm_content=weekly
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The UK’s private security industry regulator is encouraging everyone to show their appreciation to security operatives on International Security Officers’ Day.

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11:09am, 23 July 2024

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Regulator investigates aid charity over concerns about links to a terrorism-promoting news outlet: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/regulator-investigates-aid-charity-over-concerns-about-links-to-a-terrorism-promoting-news-outlet?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=57337c5c-b40f-44f4-a9ec-d04b5c35fe77&utm_content=weekly
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The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into World Aid Convoy

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11:27am, 23 July 2024

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Digital developments for criminal legal aid: replacing eForms: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/digital-developments-for-criminal-legal-aid-replacing-eforms?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e532e44b-e5c9-48d2-a645-d9c879164aa8&utm_content=weekly
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The new service to receive legal aid applications, Apply for Criminal Legal Aid, will replace eForms CRM14 and CRM15 from Tuesday 6 August 2024.

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12:14pm, 23 July 2024

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The Planning Inspectorate publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2023/24: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-planning-inspectorate-publishes-annual-report-and-accounts-202324?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=691d63a8-99bb-45a7-a2ea-52b981db48c4&utm_content=weekly
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The Planning Inspectorate has published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2023/24

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12:26pm, 23 July 2024

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Plans unveiled for stronger European Space Agency presence in UK and space skills training: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/plans-unveiled-for-stronger-european-space-agency-presence-in-uk-and-space-skills-training?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=cb0ece4e-86c3-4632-99b5-cd10399e4373&utm_content=weekly
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A plan to build on the success of the European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications (ECSAT), which employs more than 100 people in Harwell, has been launched today by the UK and European space agencies.

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1:15pm, 23 July 2024

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Contract for Bibby Stockholm not renewed past January 2025: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/contract-for-bibby-stockholm-not-renewed-past-january-2025?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=823ac836-fd64-402e-a5b5-71e849f4bd03&utm_content=weekly
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The Minister for Border Security and Asylum has made the decision not to renew the contract for use of the Bibby Stockholm barge.

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1:42pm, 23 July 2024

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Chief of the Defence Staff speech at RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/chief-of-the-defence-staff-speech-at-rusi-land-warfare-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=16938e6e-f161-450a-b7c9-43243737910a&utm_content=weekly
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The Chief of the Defence Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, gave a speech to the RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2024

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1:49pm, 23 July 2024

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Public drop-in events on flooding being held in Bulwell: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/public-drop-in-events-on-flooding-being-held-in-bulwell?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=e9b8db75-21f9-4266-bb9d-8f08f121523b&utm_content=weekly
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Environment Agency and Nottingham City Council co-hosting two public drop-ins where residents and business owners can discuss impacts of flooding this winter

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Defence Secretary speech at RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/defence-secretary-speech-at-rusi-land-warfare-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0b08e092-c645-4e2d-9805-1a7ef8986201&utm_content=weekly
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Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, gave a speech to the RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2024

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Called-in decision: land west of Honiley Road (A4177), Honiley, Kenilworth (ref: 3332671 – 23 July 2024): https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/called-in-decision-land-west-of-honiley-road-a4177-honiley-kenilworth-ref-3332671-23-july-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=b7563d42-51cf-4e63-955a-e8f1b51a935b&utm_content=weekly
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Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a called-in decision.

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CMA signs joint international statement supporting competition in AI: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-signs-joint-international-statement-supporting-competition-in-ai?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=7b04b158-16cb-4285-a707-6f11369f2ae2&utm_content=weekly
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Joint statement signed by EU, UK and US competition authorities affirms commitment to unlock the opportunity, growth and innovation that AI technologies could provide with fair and open competition.

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Covid-19 Inquiry Module One: Oral Statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/covid-19-inquiry-module-one-oral-statement?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5965632d-4151-44af-ac6b-e0839bf3aabb&utm_content=weekly
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The Rt Hon Pat McFadden MP, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster’s response to the Module One Report of the Covid-19 Inquiry.

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Insolvency Service continues hard work to tackle Covid loan abuse: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/insolvency-service-continues-hard-work-to-tackle-covid-loan-abuse?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=2e47e8f7-b3b7-48b8-a11c-a878c91339ca&utm_content=weekly
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Work to tackle Covid loan abuse revealed in Insolvency Service’s Annual Report and Accounts

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Pearson to deliver new online UK Government learning platform: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pearson-to-deliver-new-online-uk-government-learning-platform?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c77f7086-acfd-465c-8875-32672a69271c&utm_content=weekly
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Pearson has been awarded the contract to deliver a new online platform which will provide UK civil servants with learning and skills development opportunities.

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Gainsborough STEPs forward to fusion energy: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/gainsborough-steps-forward-to-fusion-energy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=8f648ff3-8bdf-40b2-99b0-e8aa757e8269&utm_content=weekly
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STEP brand launch marks transition to next phase of pioneering programme to build a prototype fusion powerplant at West Burton site by 2040.

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MHRA approves GLP –1 receptor agonist semaglutide to reduce risk of serious heart problems in obese or overweight adults: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-approves-glp-1-receptor-agonist-semaglutide-to-reduce-risk-of-serious-heart-problems-in-obese-or-overweight-adults?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=027fb65f-0209-4d32-8307-8fd5a40bbe60&utm_content=weekly
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Semaglutide is the first weight loss drug approved in the UK as a preventative treatment for those with established cardiovascular disease

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Work starts on flood embankment near Raynesway, Derby: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/work-starts-on-flood-embankment-near-raynesway-derby?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=16f449b5-16bc-4bf2-a65d-ed830340ce08&utm_content=weekly
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The Environment Agency has started flood embankment work in the Raynesway area of Derby following on from the impacts of winter 2023/24.

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CMA appoints new Chief Operating Officer: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-appoints-new-chief-operating-officer?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0f23f413-0a9b-4a58-9fdb-e20029500945&utm_content=weekly
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Appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer to help provide continued leadership of the organisation as its remit grows.

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People who lost jobs in business failures thrown vital lifeline by Insolvency Service: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/people-who-lost-jobs-in-business-failures-thrown-vital-lifeline-by-insolvency-service?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=735518c4-9a70-4976-bd8c-0d271a6da472&utm_content=weekly
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The Insolvency Service’s Redundancy Payments Service processed more than 85,000 claims from former employees of companies which had become insolvent

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The UK calls for the immediate and unconditional release of detained UN personnel: UK statement at the UN Security Council: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-uk-calls-for-the-immediate-and-unconditional-release-of-detained-un-personnel-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c77c2463-bd88-45c8-abe2-334ef810aaf3&utm_content=weekly
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Statement by UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.

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Bridget Phillipson’s speech at the Embassy Education Conference: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/bridget-phillipsons-speech-at-the-embassy-education-conference?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c355dc18-371e-4002-9b84-f9fc17997b9f&utm_content=weekly
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Secretary of State for Education Bridget Phillipson delivers a speech at the Embassy Education Conference.

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Getting Britain Working: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/getting-britain-working?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=68c70d8e-c398-4fbe-b173-f782c2be2956&utm_content=weekly
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The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Liz Kendall delivered a landmark speech setting out how Britain’s system of employment support must be fundamentally reformed.

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Peter Kyle’s speech at the 2024 Farnborough International Air Show: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/peter-kyles-speech-at-the-2024-farnborough-international-air-show?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=fae041c6-de6c-4bc0-89b8-25e1f19f970d&utm_content=weekly
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DSIT’s Secretary of State delivers his first speech at the Farnborough International Air Show on Monday 22 July 2024.

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PM meeting with King Abdullah II of Jordan: 23 July 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/pm-meeting-with-king-abdullah-ii-of-jordan-23-july-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=9209a9ae-3e8e-4e60-bbfd-959642f675ae&utm_content=weekly
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The Prime Minister hosted King Abdullah II of Jordan at Downing Street today.

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UK Space Agency awards ten technologies to purify water frozen in Moon’s soil: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-space-agency-awards-ten-technologies-to-purify-water-frozen-in-moons-soil?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bab3b029-b50f-4f4b-935d-dc3f6c8a80fe&utm_content=weekly
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UK finalists awarded funding through the joint UK-Canada £1.2 million Aqualunar Challenge to develop new lunar water purifying technologies.

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RSH publishes its first set of planned inspection outcomes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/rsh-publishes-its-first-set-of-planned-inspection-outcomes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=69959e80-db24-4ec2-bd27-d9f1927aa8dd&utm_content=weekly
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The Regulator of Social Housing has published the first set of regulatory judgements from its planned inspection programme.

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Helping communities in Folkestone be prepared for flash flooding: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/helping-communities-in-folkestone-be-prepared-for-flash-flooding?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ff43833d-ff2b-478c-bc14-e792d14cd791&utm_content=weekly
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Are you flash flood ready? Environment Agency roadshow on 2 August a chance for public to prepare for flash flooding.

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Foreign Secretary travels to India to cement stronger partnership on tech, climate and growth: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/foreign-secretary-travels-to-india-to-cement-stronger-partnership-on-tech-climate-and-growth?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=32d38440-e95d-422e-ab61-9c23f7c5d85a&utm_content=weekly
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Foreign Secretary makes first visit to New Delhi to push UK growth agenda

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Bristol builder and his father sentenced for Covid loan fraud: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bristol-builder-and-his-father-sentenced-for-covid-loan-fraud?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=a4421383-2af5-4db4-9014-2d86ca51d262&utm_content=weekly
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Father and son sentenced for Bounce Back Loan abuse

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Crown Nominee Account 2023-24: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/crown-nominee-account-2023-24?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=3bc4e6c5-474f-4e16-9883-cb4617ef7730&utm_content=weekly
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Publication of the Bona Vacantia accounts for 2023 – 2024

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Russia claims that it wants peace. Peace is in its gift: UK statement to the OSCE: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/russia-claims-that-it-wants-peace-peace-is-in-its-gift-uk-statement-to-the-osce?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5805927c-bf22-4eb2-ab48-aefc9b01dc4d&utm_content=weekly
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At the OSCE Forum for Security Cooperation (FSC), Ambassador Neil Holland calls on Russia to end its war, withdraw all its forces from all of Ukraine and to re-engage in dialogue and risk-reduction.

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Working dogs’ regiment to relocate as contract awarded for refurbishment of Kendrew Barracks: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/working-dogs-regiment-to-relocate-as-contract-awarded-for-refurbishment-of-kendrew-barracks?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=54b4f7f5-a84a-4e86-8e29-a1c9707c8b16&utm_content=weekly
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Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has awarded Willmot Dixon a contract to deliver vital infrastructure for the rebasing of the 1st Military Working Dog (MWD) Regiment from St George’s Barracks to Kendrew Barracks in Rutland, East Midlands. 

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The Smarter Working Live Conference 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-smarter-working-live-conference-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=ca08997b-9ca4-4b46-a085-f7bb6a0d1c36&utm_content=weekly
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Bringing together professionals from across the public sector, online and in person, to uncover the secrets to exceptional workplace experiences this September.

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ESFA Update: 24 July 2024: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esfa-update-24-july-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=c4476210-d76f-467d-b22b-d3048a42b830&utm_content=weekly
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Latest information and actions from the Education and Skills Funding Agency for academies, schools, colleges, local authorities and further education providers.

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Potential victims of travel agency shut down by courts are urged to come forward: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/potential-victims-of-travel-agency-shut-down-by-courts-are-urged-to-come-forward?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6eaf16e6-8928-4345-8284-7a9385f27c24&utm_content=weekly
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Company failed to pay accommodation bills and displayed ABTA and ATOL logos despite having no affiliation with either organisation.  

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New order of missiles secures future supply for UK Armed Forces: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-order-of-missiles-secures-future-supply-for-uk-armed-forces?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0290e1fc-ad6c-4036-939d-8d16cfc4831e&utm_content=weekly
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A significant number of Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) have been ordered by the Government from Thales UK for the supply of the versatile, precision weapon to UK Armed Forces.

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Joint Declaration on Enhanced Defence Cooperation between Germany and the United Kingdom: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-declaration-on-enhanced-defence-cooperation-between-germany-and-the-united-kingdom?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=4577b4eb-6a88-4cfd-829d-ce5e39ddfcdc&utm_content=weekly
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Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, signed a joint declaration with German Minister of Defence, Boris Pistorius, on 24 July, 2024.

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Access to historic data: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/access-to-historic-data?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bda18945-9f14-4a76-bff5-d4ca257cc20a&utm_content=weekly
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Providers will not be able to access their eForm portal account from Sunday 20 October 2024.  Providers should download any needed eForms before this date. 

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Joint Defence Declaration signed with Germany on 48-hr defence diplomacy drive by defence secretary: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-defence-declaration-signed-with-germany-on-48-hr-defence-diplomacy-drive-by-defence-secretary?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=6c7e3c6d-84aa-4bc2-b655-b85cf00c1de5&utm_content=weekly
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A new joint defence declaration with Germany has been signed by the Defence Secretary

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Bucks farm thriving for decades thanks to countryside schemes: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bucks-farm-thriving-for-decades-thanks-to-countryside-schemes?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=0ea3e3de-ebad-4427-ae5a-0c5a4908a527&utm_content=weekly
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Buckinghamshire farmers George and Ann Eaton make exemplary use of agri-environment schemes to benefit their farm and the environment.

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MHRA approves Comirnaty JN.1 COVID-19 vaccine for adults and children from infancy: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-approves-comirnaty-jn1-covid-19-vaccine-for-adults-and-children-from-infancy?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=bd7362ba-c76c-4d28-8b1c-abaad3e1465f&utm_content=weekly
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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today, 24 July, approved an adapted Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine (Comirnaty) that targets the JN.1 COVID-19 subvariant.

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How to submit applications and complaints to the CAC: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/applications-and-complaints?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=govuk-notifications-topic&utm_source=5cd4ee1a-5ebb-45a3-8b15-37627d2a36b0&utm_content=w