Governments launch largest review of sector since privatisation The UK government has launched the largest review of the energy sector since privatisation in the 1980s, amid concerns about rising energy bills and the need to decarbonise the economy. The review will look at all aspects of the energy sector, including generation, transmission, distribution and retail. … Read more
Landmark UK-Germany defense agreement to strengthen our security and prosperity The United Kingdom and Germany have signed a landmark defense agreement that will see the two countries work more closely together on a range of security and defense issues. The agreement was signed by UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in … Read more
Prime Minister warns Russian threat to global stability is accelerating as Putin ramps up attacks on Black Sea Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has warned that the Russian threat to global stability is “accelerating” as Vladimir Putin ramps up his attacks on the Black Sea. In a speech at the G7 summit in Germany, Sunak said … Read more
The A9 Trunk Road (Tomatin to Moy) (Temporary Prohibition of Traffic, Specified Turns and Overtaking and Temporary Speed Restrictions) Order 2024 Introduction: This order introduces temporary traffic restrictions on the A9 Trunk Road between Tomatin and Moy in the Highland Council area. The restrictions are necessary for roadworks associated with the construction of the Tomatin … Read more
The Internet Domain Registry (Prescribed Practices and Prescribed Requirements) Regulations 2024 Summary The Internet Domain Registry (Prescribed Practices and Prescribed Requirements) Regulations 2024 (“the Regulations”) are a set of regulations made under the Digital Economy Act 2017 (“the Act”). The Regulations prescribe the practices and requirements that must be followed by the Internet domain registry … Read more
The Critical Benchmarks Regulations 2024 Summary: The Critical Benchmarks Regulations 2024 (CBRs) are a set of regulations that aim to ensure the continued reliability and integrity of critical benchmarks used in the UK financial system. These benchmarks are essential for a wide range of financial products and services, including mortgages, loans, insurance policies, and derivatives. … Read more
“Sign up to hear about our events for civil servants” is a rapidly rising search term on GOV.UK, indicating a surge in interest among civil servants for events and opportunities related to their professional development and growth. There are several potential reasons for this trend: Career Advancement: Civil servants may be seeking events that can … Read more
I apologize, but I do not have access to the internet and cannot search for the phrase “Applications for Policy Masterclasses are now open” on GOV UK. Therefore, I cannot provide an explanation for this phrase. Applications for Policy Masterclasses are now open The AI has provided us with the news. I’ve asked Google Gemini … Read more
Bury director jailed after failing to produce accounts for company which owed more than £200,000 in tax A Bury director has been jailed for failing to produce accounts for his company to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) which owed more than £200,000 in tax. Talal Hussain, 43, of Radcliffe, was handed a six-month prison sentence … Read more
Government commits to addressing housebuilding recommendations The government has committed to addressing the recommendations of the Building Better, Building Beautiful Commission, which was set up to improve the quality of new homes and the planning system in England. The commission, chaired by architect Sir Roger Scruton, made a number of recommendations to improve the design … Read more