National Living Wage to increase to £12.21 in April 2025 The government has announced that the National Living Wage (NLW) will increase to £12.21 per hour from April 2025. This represents an increase of 6.9% from the current rate of £11.45 per hour. The NLW is the minimum hourly wage that employers must pay to … Read more
Title: M90 Trunk Road Friarton Bridge (Temporary Vehicle Weight Restriction) Order 2024 Introduction: The UK government has announced a new legislation, The M90 Trunk Road (Friarton Bridge) Temporary Vehicle Weight Restriction) Order 2024. This order will impose temporary weight restrictions on vehicles using the Friarton Bridge on the M90 trunk road in Perth and Kinross, … Read more
15 Years of the Regulatory Policy Committee October 28, 2024 Today marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Regulatory Policy Committee (RPC). The RPC is an independent advisory body that provides expert advice to the UK Government on regulatory policy. Over the past 15 years, the RPC has played a vital role in … Read more
More Scottish Energy Projects Unlocked to Deliver Clean Power 28 October 2024 The UK government has announced the approval of several new energy projects in Scotland, unlocking significant investment in clean power generation and supporting the nation’s transition to net zero. These projects include: Beatrice Offshore Windfarm Extension: This £2.5 billion investment will add an … Read more
Appointment to the Criminal Procedure Rule Committee 28 October 2024 The Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Dominic Raab, has appointed His Honour Judge Ian Pringle to the Criminal Procedure Rule Committee (CPRC). The CPRC is an independent statutory body responsible for making and keeping under review the Criminal Procedure Rules and any … Read more
New camera boosts public safety along east Devon coastline 28th October 2024 A new state-of-the-art camera has been installed along the east Devon coastline to improve public safety and security. The camera is located at Sidmouth Beach and is part of a wider £1 million investment by East Devon District Council to enhance CCTV coverage … Read more
One-stop SEPs Resource Hub launched by UK IPO Date: 2024-10-28 10:29 Source: UK News and communications The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has launched a new One-stop SEPs Resource Hub to provide businesses and individuals with clear and accessible information on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs). SEPs are patents that cover essential technologies used in industry … Read more
UK to chair global Earth observation group with bold ambitions for data uptake 28 October 2024 The UK will chair the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) for the next two years, with a bold agenda to accelerate the uptake of Earth observation data to address global challenges. GEO is a voluntary partnership of governments and … Read more
Unregistered Boats on River Thames: Fines and Costs Total £18,000 2024-10-28 11:37 UK News and Communications The Environment Agency has issued fines and costs totaling £18,000 to owners of unregistered boats on the River Thames. The agency conducted a two-week crackdown on unregistered vessels, resulting in 12 fines being issued. The fines ranged from £1,500 … Read more
UK Statement for 75th Session of the UNHCR Executive Committee 28 October 2024 Mr. High Commissioner, Excellencies, Distinguished delegates, I am honoured to address this Executive Committee on behalf of the United Kingdom. At the outset, I would like to express our deep appreciation for the tireless efforts of the UNHCR and its partners in … Read more