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The Timms Review: Co-Chair Update, February 2026

This document sets out an update on the progress of the Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), from the Review's co-chairs. HM GovernmentSource

Government leads global fight against deepfake threats

Government collaborates with Microsoft and other world leading technology companies to create a framework which will identify gaps in deepfake detection. HM GovernmentSource

Supporting LGPS Gender Pension Gap reporting

GAD guidance supports gender pension gap disclosure in 2025 local government fund valuations. HM GovernmentSource

Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes

UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use. HM GovernmentSource

Over 900 advisers join IAA’s annual online conference

The online event offered valuable opportunities to learn from sector experts and engage directly with IAA leaders. HM GovernmentSource

Local government reorganisation: letter to council leaders

Letter to inform council leaders of the launch of the local government reorganisation consultations. HM GovernmentSource

Major local government shakeup in 14 areas opens for views

From Blackpool to Plymouth, 14 areas to be transformed as part of the once-in-a-generation reforms to local government HM GovernmentSource

PM remarks in Hastings: 5 February

Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave remarks during a visit to Hastings. HM GovernmentSource

Why the Bank of England is holding rates despite a weakening economy | Phillip Inman

Rising unemployment and falling inflation made a strong case for a cut but Andrew Bailey opted to wait and see Bank of England keeps interest rates on hold Business live – latest updates When unemployment is rising and inflation falling, the Bank of England would, under normal circumstances,

Sneaky Price Tricks Your Grocer Doesn’t Want You to Know

I spent my teenage years working in a supermarket, initially as a box boy. Within six months of being hired, however, I was promoted to checker. Eventually, I got to work almost every job in the store including working the deli counter, and helping the overnight stock crew

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