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Experienced regeneration leader appointed to key role at Homes England as agency embarks on pivotal year of delivery for local communities

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 - 00:00 Homes England Press Release

John Reid will join government’s housing and regeneration agency in March 2026 to lead new national hub, working hand-in-hand with regional teams, as strategic plan comes into action....

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Appointment of Axel Heitmueller as Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit and Expert Adviser on Delivery

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 16:41 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

Axel Heitmueller has been appointed as the Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit and Expert Adviser on Delivery. ...

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Government seeks views to modernise laws on powered mobility devices

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 10:20 Department for Transport Press Release

Have your say on how laws around powered mobility devices could reflect modern technology and improve safety by 31 March 2026. ...

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£2.5 million contract to revolutionise deployed military healthcare

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 09:14 Cyber & Specialist Operations Command News Story

Defence Medical Services awards £2.5 million contract to Avenue3 for Project Mercury, enabling secure military medical records access worldwide. ...

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Boost for British business as government slashes cost of electric lorries by up to £120,000

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 00:01 Department for Transport Press Release

We're making electric lorries more affordable to help hauliers make the switch, while boosting growth and investment in the sector. ...

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PM remarks after Coalition of the Willing meeting: 6 January 2026

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 00:00 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Speech

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's remarks after the Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris. ...

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Thousands of lives to be saved under bold new Road Safety Strategy

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 00:00 Department for Transport Press Release

New road safety strategy shows that the government is listening and leading: together, we can build a safer future for all UK road users. ...

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New cyber action plan to tackle threats and strengthen public services

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 - 00:00 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

New measures will be introduced to make online public services more secure and resilient, so people can use them with confidence - whether applying for benefits, paying taxes or accessing healthcare. ...

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PM call with Prime Minister Støre of Norway: 5 January 2026

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 19:55 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre today....

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Powerful animated Cumbrian NFM film wins international prize

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 16:09 Environment Agency Press Release

'Wood You Believe It' wins ‘Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) Education Award' in 'Science Film Festival' 2025....

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Sellafield Ltd employee awarded MBE in New Year Honours List

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 13:51 Sellafield Ltd News Story

Sellafield Ltd employee Gary McKee has been awarded an MBE in the King’s 2026 New Year Honours List....

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Update: Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (and associated companies)

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 11:55 The Insolvency Service News Story

The Official Receiver has announced the successful bidder – Phillips 66 Limited – for the site in Lincolnshire....

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MHRA welcomes Professor Jacob George as he starts Chief Medical and Scientific Officer role

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 11:24 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

In this new role, Professor George will lead the Agency’s science strategy and will oversee the MHRA’s scientific, research and innovation activities. ...

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Launch of New Veterinary Medicines Packaging Surveillance Scheme

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 09:38 Veterinary Medicines Directorate News Story

VMD introduces new surveillance scheme and updates mock-up assessment requirements to streamline regulation whilst maintaining standards. ...

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CSOC personnel recognised in New Year’s Honours List 2026

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 09:03 Cyber & Specialist Operations Command News Story

Past and present members of Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) have been recognised in His Majesty, King Charles’ New Year’s Honours List 2026 for their services to defence....

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Foreign Secretary Statement to the House on Venezuela

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 00:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Foreign Secretary statement to the House of Commons regarding Venezuela....

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5.65 million still to file as the Self Assessment deadline looms

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 00:00 HM Revenue & Customs Press Release

Millions of taxpayers have less than one month to file their Self Assessment tax return....

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New Maritime and Coastguard Agency non executive directors appointed

Monday, 05 January 2026 - 00:00 Maritime and Coastguard Agency Press Release

The NEDs will join the MCA Board to provide challenge and support to the agency, overseeing strategy and operational performance....

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