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UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 18:03 UK Health Security Agency News Story

Latest information on cases including British nationals....

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We need to use the UN more effectively to prevent and resolve conflict, particularly through this Council: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 17:54 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Multilateralsiam. ...

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Lancashire recycling company sentenced for illegal waste exports

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 14:16 Environment Agency News Story

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

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Non Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund reappointed

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 14:00 HM Treasury News Story

Nigel Topping, Tania Songini and Marianne Økland have been reappointed as Non-Executive Directors of the National Wealth Fund (NWF)....

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UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 12:13 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Crypto and illicit finance networks exploited by Russia to circumvent UK sanctions are being targeted as the government ramps up pressure on Putin’s war machine to support Ukraine....

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New action against hidden childcare costs to help families

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 11:59 Department for Education Press Release

Education Secretary writes to the CMA to examine the childcare market and launches a free tool helping families find childcare and budget for costs. ...

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Scarborough man prosecuted for supplying fake reference to SIA

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 11:25 Security Industry Authority Press Release

Michael Fenwick produced a fraudulent employment reference during his application for an SIA licence, leading to his conviction....

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Don’t let this heatwave affect your medicines: Three important tips from the MHRA

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:52 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency News Story

Essential advice on protecting your medicines during extreme heat and staying safe. ...

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Attorney General refers Fordingbridge Three cases to Court of Appeal

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:49 Attorney General's Office Press Release

The Attorney General has made the decision to refer the cases of the Fordingbridge Three to the Court of Appeal....

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UK Government releases a further £102.6 million for reform of NI public services

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:38 Northern Ireland Office Press Release

Secretary of State Hilary Benn MP has announced the release of £102.6 million by the UK Government to support public service transformation in Northern Ireland...

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UKHSA issues amber and yellow heat health alerts across England

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:37 UK Health Security Agency News Story

UKHSA has issued its first amber heat-health alert of 2026, warning of increased risk to vulnerable people from high temperatures in the coming days....

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Third new national forest to bring nature closer to communities

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:30 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

Government commits up to £7.5 million and calls for delivery partners to submit bids to help deliver landmark new forest covering more than 200 square miles ...

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YJB statement on sentencing for serious offences

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 10:08 Youth Justice Board for England and Wales News Story

The Youth Justice Board acknowledges public concern following Fordingbridge case sentencing....

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Market engagement: Legal Aid for Inquests

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 09:50 Legal Aid Agency News Story

We are holding a series of virtual market engagement sessions around the Public Office (Accountability) Bill ...

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SPC update Librela Solution for Injection for Dogs

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 08:46 Veterinary Medicines Directorate News Story

Change to the information provided on adverse events in the Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC)....

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Policy Insights Unit: a new name for our core service

Tuesday, 26 May 2026 - 07:00 Open Innovation Team News Story

This name better reflects the team’s work helping government develop analysis and ideas for policy....

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UK and Australia pact on fast moving AI security risks

Monday, 25 May 2026 - 00:00 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

UK and Australia agree deeper ties to tackle AI risks...

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

Sunday, 24 May 2026 - 23:01 Department for Transport Press Release

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

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Wildlife habitat in most cherished landscapes set to be restored

Sunday, 24 May 2026 - 23:01 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

£30 million investment important step toward protecting 30% of England's land for nature by 2030...

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