Councils offered flexibility to complete reorganisation
Some councils have told the department that elections could derail once-in-a-generation plans to scrap wasteful 'two-tier' councils. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreUK cracks down on Russian oil sector as revenues plummet
UK announces 24 new sanctions against Russian energy and military supply chain targets. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreChief Executive represents DBS at a major milestone for safer recruitment
DBS Chief Executive Jeff James attended the parliamentary launch of the UK's first National Hiring Strategy and the new Hiring Fraud Guide. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreNew Greek deal for Britain to crack down on people smuggling
The UK will ramp up work with Greece to strengthen border security and combat people-smuggling gangs as part of a new migration pact signed by Yvette Cooper. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreRain helps West Country recover from prolonged dry weather
Above-average rainfall has put Bristol, Somerset, Dorset and part of south Gloucestershire into ‘recovery’ but part of Wiltshire still in prolonged dry weather. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreStronger protections for homeowners on ‘fleecehold’ estates
People living on freehold estates to be handed more power to tackle unreasonable charges for upkeep of shared areas HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreProtecting young people online at the heart of new VAWG strategy
Government pledges to make it impossible for children to take, share or view a nude image – partnering with tech companies. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreMental Health Bill receives Royal Assent, revolutionising care
The Mental Health Bill has received Royal Assent to modernise outdated mental health laws and improve care for seriously ill patients. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreNew UK-France Nuclear Steering Group Meets to Advance Cooperation Under Northwood Declaration
Statement by the United Kingdom and the French Republic on Nuclear Policy and Cooperation. HM GovernmentSource
Read MoreCivil Contingency Measures for Legal Aid Applications
New contingency arrangements for civil legal aid applications and amendments came into effect on Monday 15 December 2025. HM GovernmentSource
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