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Certification Officer: Announcements

Certification Officer: Announcements

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

General announcements and latest decisions of the Certification Officer...

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Northern Powerhouse Rail to drive biggest travel upgrade in the North in a generation

Northern Powerhouse Rail to drive biggest travel upgrade in the North in a generation

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Government announces the biggest transformation to travel in the North in a generation as the Chancellor sets out new Northern Growth Strategy and pro...

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Multi billion pound drive to transform rail and growth across Yorkshire and North East

Multi billion pound drive to transform rail and growth across Yorkshire and North East

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Northern Powerhouse Rail plans announced to grow productivity, with faster rail commutes across Yorkshire, better journeys to the North East and route...

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

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

Thursday, 08 January 2026

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

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

Thursday, 08 January 2026

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

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£140m Scottish Local Growth Fund to drive economic growth  

£140m Scottish Local Growth Fund to drive economic growth  

Thursday, 08 January 2026

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

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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

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

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 ...

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Landmark junk food ad ban to protect kids' health

Landmark junk food ad ban to protect kids' health

Monday, 05 January 2026

Children will be protected from exposure to junk food ads under new regulations, in a bid to tackle childhood obesity....

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