Secretary of State's address to 2026 Oxford Farming Conference

Thursday, 08 January 2026 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds delivered a speech at the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference...

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New proposals set out to reduce 'out of area' working for taxis and boost passenger safety

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 10:35 Department for Transport Press Release

Have your say on our proposals to simplify the taxi licensing system and improve enforcement to increase safety and reduce unfair competition....

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Tough new legal duties on water companies to cut pollution

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 09:50 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

Water companies legally required to produce pollution reduction plans for the first time, using detailed instructions published today...

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New local powers to keep pavements clear for those who rely on them most

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 09:45 Department for Transport Press Release

Local councils will be given the power to crack down on problem pavement parking....

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Government modernises exam records with new app

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:01 Department for Education Press Release

Every year 11 student in England to be able to see their GCSE exam results on a new app from summer 2026....

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Stronger laws for tech firms to ensure you don’t see unsolicited nudes

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:01 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

Dating apps and social media platforms must now prevent cyberflashing, as it becomes a priority offence under the Online Safety Act. ...

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PM call with Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark: 8 January 2026

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, this afternoon....

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Border Force seizes over 250 endangered species

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Home Office News Story

Hundreds of endangered species seized in crackdown on international wildlife smuggling....

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Additional rules when fishing in EU waters from 10 January 2026

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Marine Management Organisation News Story

New rules imposed by the EU come into force on 10 January 2026 that will impact UK industry when fishing in the waters of EU Member States. ...

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Professor Sir Aziz Sheikh: Towards next generation pharmacovigilance capabilities for the UK

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency News Story

As medicines and medical technologies become more complex, there are exciting opportunities to further strengthen our safety monitoring systems....

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Fish, Trace, Ship – New IUU regulations come into effect with MMO supporting UK seafood industry through the transition

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Marine Management Organisation News Story

New EU Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing regulations come into force this week, and the UK Fish Export System will require the new information to be provided from this evening (8 Janua...

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£140m Scottish Local Growth Fund to drive economic growth

Thursday, 08 January 2026 - 00:00 Scotland Office Press Release

Five Scottish regions to benefit from a share of a new £140 million UK Government Local Growth Fund. ...

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PM call with President Trump of the United States: 7 Jan 2026

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 22:52 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The Prime Minister spoke with President Trump this evening....

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Reynolds: Backing farmers with a new era of partnership to boost farm profitability

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 22:30 Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Press Release

Environment Secretary announces plans at Oxford Farming Conference focusing more support on smaller farms and those without an existing agreement to drive growth, secure a thriving future for the sect...

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Nirogacestat hydrobromide approved to treat desmoid tumours

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 16:45 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of Nirogacestat hydrobromide under close review. ...

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Environment Agency adds fresh fish to West Country waters

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 15:49 Environment Agency Press Release

Thousands of fresh fish have been introduced to rivers, lakes and ponds in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire by the Environment Agency. ...

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Convictions following EU Treaty Rights immigration scam

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 13:34 Immigration Advice Authority Press Release

Following an IAA investigation, Risalat Hussain and Syed Ali Shah Gilani were sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court on 6 January 2026....

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Deputy PM David Lammy travels to Washington to kick off UK role in America's 250th celebrations

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 12:23 Ministry of Justice Press Release

The Deputy Prime Minister begins visit to Washington DC at the invitation of his counterpart, Vice President JD Vance, to mark America 250 celebrations. ...

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Madeleine Campbell appointed to the Horserace Betting Levy Board

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 12:00 Department for Culture, Media and Sport News Story

The Secretary of State has appointed Madeleine Campbell as Board Member of the Horserace Betting Levy Board for a term of four years...

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UKHO specialists recognised in New Year Honours

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 10:36 UK Hydrographic Office News Story

Fiona Bloor and Terry Thatcher from the UKHO have been recognised in the New Year Honours list for outstanding contributions to their respective fields. ...

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