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UK imposes fresh sanctions to dismantle Sudan’s ‘war machine’

The UK has imposed new sanctions against 6 individuals fuelling Sudan's war, following the Foreign Secretary's visit to the Sudan-Chad border. HM GovernmentSource

UKHSA reminds travellers to Cape Verde to protect against gastrointestinal infections

In addition, UKHSA has also identified increases in cases of Salmonella associated with travel to Cape Verde. HM GovernmentSource

Act now: 864,000 sole traders and landlords face new tax rules in two months

More than 860,000 sole traders and landlords need to start using digital tax reporting from 6 April. HM GovernmentSource

UK business factory linked to registration of thousands of companies for China-based clients is shut down

Companies wound-up in the public interest following Insolvency Service investigations HM GovernmentSource

IBCA Community Update, 5 February

Infected Blood Compensation Authority's update that was circulated on 5 February, 2026 HM GovernmentSource

Andy King appointed as Regulator of Community Interest Companies

Business Secretary Peter Kyle confirms Andy King as CIC Regulator. HM GovernmentSource

Secretary of State keynote: UK Trade and Export Finance Forum

Speech delivered by the Business Secretary, the RT Hon Peter Kyle, at the 2026 UK Trade and Export Finance Forum. HM GovernmentSource

Apache/Serinah report and safety flyer published

Collision between a crude oil tanker and a stern trawler in the Firth of Clyde, Scotland. HM GovernmentSource

Netherlands To Tax Unrealized Gains: EU Wealth Grab And Global Implications

Netherlands To Tax Unrealized Gains: EU Wealth Grab And Global Implications Submitted by Thomas Kolbe A fiscal storm is brewing in the Netherlands. With the potential introduction of a tax on unrealized capital gains, The Hague is set to become a testing ground for the systematic transfer of

UK exporters boost economy, as new study reveals major impact of export credit on UK industry

Oxford Economics study demonstrates the significant impact of UKEF's support on businesses and local supply chains. HM GovernmentSource

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