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Closure of loophole to keep terrorists and extremists out of the UK

A law has been introduced to prevent British citizenship being reinstated to people considered a national security risk following a successful initial appeal. HM GovernmentSource

Prime Minister meets with Lionesses ahead of the Euros to announce a new approach to school sport

Today the Prime Minister met with the Lionesses as they prepare to defend England's title at the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 football competition next month. HM GovernmentSource

Rapist who filmed assault has sentence increased

A man who raped a woman and shared a video of his assault with other people has had his sentence increased, following intervention by the Solicitor General. HM GovernmentSource

International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict: Joint Statement to the OSCE

Acting Ambassador Deirdre Brown delivers a joint statement marking the 2025 International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. HM GovernmentSource

New data laws will make life easier for British people, cutting life admin, easing traffic and speeding up roadworks

British people will benefit from new laws which will make their day-to-day lives easier – from slashing grocery bills and cutting traffic jams to speeding up NHS diagnoses – as the government delivers on manifesto commitment… HM GovernmentSource

New law to ensure fairness for all in court

Sentencing guidelines which risked differential treatment for different races and religions blocked as Sentencing Guidelines (Pre-sentence Reports) Act receives Royal Assent HM GovernmentSource

New guidance issued for environmental impact assessments

Guidance offers greater clarity to offshore oil and gas developers. HM GovernmentSource

Thurrock Council: Letter to the Leader of Thurrock Council following Commissioners’ fifth report

Letter to the Leader of Thurrock Council, informing the Leader of the publication of Commissioners’ fifth report and that the Secretary of State is minded-to use her powers under the Local Government Act 1999 to issue new Di… HM GovernmentSource

Brand Scotland takes centre stage at Royal Highland Show

Scottish Secretary to bang the drum for Scotland's iconic food, drink, agriculture and farming sectors at the Edinburgh event HM GovernmentSource

Oaklands Farm Solar Park development consent decision announced

The Oaklands Farm Solar Park application has today been granted development consent by the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. HM GovernmentSource

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