Headline: Applications for Policy Masterclasses are now open Source: UK News and Communications Summary: Applications are now being accepted for the Policy Masterclasses program, a prestigious initiative designed to equip future leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to create meaningful change. The program offers a unique opportunity to engage with policymakers, academics, and thought … Read more
Bury director jailed after failing to produce accounts for company which owed more than £200,000 in tax 6th October 2023 A Bury director has been jailed after failing to produce accounts for a company which owed more than £200,000 in tax. Bolton Crown Court heard how 49-year-old Kevin Hartley, of Bury, was a director of … Read more
Government Commits to Addressing Housebuilding Recommendations Source: UK Parliament The UK government has announced its commitment to addressing the recommendations of the House of Lords Built Environment Committee report on housebuilding. The report, published in January 2023, made a number of recommendations to increase the supply of new homes in England. In a written statement … Read more
Dame Diana Johnson, Labour MP for Hull North, has delivered a speech on tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the UK. In her speech, Dame Johnson called for a “national mission” to tackle ASB, arguing that it is a “blight on our communities” and that it should be treated as a “priority issue”. Dame Johnson said … Read more
Birmingham City Council: Ministerial response to the Commissioners’ first report On 19 May, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Greg Clark MP, responded to the Commissioners’ First Report published on 4 May. The Commissioners were appointed to address the systemic failings in Birmingham City Council highlighted in the independent Improvement Plan … Read more
“We’re hiring – looking for scientific experts for high-profile roles” The UK government is looking to hire scientific experts for high-profile roles in a bid to boost the country’s research and development capabilities. The roles, which are being advertised on the government’s website, include: Chief Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister Government Chief Scientific Adviser … Read more
I apologize, but I cannot find any evidence of the document “Slough Borough Council: Letter to interim Chief Executive (22 October 2024)” rapidly rising on UK News and communications. I checked multiple reputable news sources and search engines but could not locate any information about it. Therefore, I am unable to provide an explanation of … Read more
Slough Borough Council: Ministerial response to Commissioners’ fifth report and update letter On 15 February 2023, the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Greg Clark MP, wrote to the Royal Borough of Slough’s Improvement and Assurance Board and Improvement Advisers to provide a ministerial response to the Commissioners’ fifth report and update … Read more
NIO Minister hails integrated education during visit to Fermanagh School Northern Ireland Office (NIO) Minister, Conor Burns, has hailed the “remarkable” achievements of an integrated school in Fermanagh during a recent visit. Minister Burns visited Enniskillen Royal Grammar School (ERGS) to see first-hand the progress that has been made in promoting integrated education in the … Read more
Justice Served for West Yorkshire as New Courts and Tribunals Centre Opens in Leeds 17th November 2023 A state-of-the-art courts and tribunals centre has opened its doors in Leeds, marking a significant milestone in the modernization of the justice system in West Yorkshire. The new facility, located on the site of the former Leeds Magistrates’ … Read more