UK calls for continued support for Ukraine at UN Security Council 16 January 2025 The UK has called on the international community to continue its support for Ukraine as the war continues between Russia and Ukraine. Speaking at the UN Security Council, UK Ambassador to the UN Barbara Woodward said that the UK “must not … Read more
UK and Poland to launch new defence and security treaty in Warsaw 16 January 2025 The UK and Poland will sign a new defence and security treaty in Warsaw on Tuesday, deepening their military and intelligence cooperation in the face of growing threats from Russia and other hostile states. The treaty will see the two … Read more
Correction Slip Date: 2025-01-16 00:00 Source: UK New Legislation Summary: The UK government has implemented a new correction slip mechanism for reporting errors in VAT returns. This mechanism allows businesses to amend VAT returns after they have been submitted to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Key Points: The correction slip mechanism applies to errors in … Read more
The Gaming (Variation of Monetary Limits) Order (Northern Ireland) 2025 Introduction The Gaming (Variation of Monetary Limits) Order (Northern Ireland) 2025 is a statutory instrument made by the Department for Communities in Northern Ireland under the Gaming Act (Northern Ireland) 1985. The Order came into operation on 16 January 2025 and varies the monetary limits … Read more
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Aintree) Regulations 2025 The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Aintree) Regulations 2025 have been laid before Parliament and will come into force on 1 March 2025. The Regulations will restrict flying over Aintree Racecourse on the days of the Grand National Festival. This is to ensure the safety of … Read more
The Gloucestershire (Electoral Changes) Order 2025 Posted on January 16, 2025 at 03:02 The Gloucestershire (Electoral Changes) Order 2025 is a statutory instrument made by the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities under the Local Government and Elections (Wales) Act 2021. The Order makes changes to the electoral arrangements for the county … Read more
The Oxfordshire (Electoral Changes) Order 2025 The Oxfordshire (Electoral Changes) Order 2025 is a statutory instrument made by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government under the Local Government Act 1972. The Order makes changes to the electoral arrangements for Oxfordshire County Council and the district councils in the county. The Order … Read more
Wales to Pilot Automatic Voter Registration Scheme 16 January 2025 – The Welsh Government has announced plans to introduce a pilot scheme for automatic voter registration in Wales. The Representation of the People (Electoral Registration without Applications) (Pilot Scheme) (Wales) Regulations 2025, which will come into effect on 1 April 2025, will make it easier … Read more
New Legislation: The Building (Fees) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2025 Introduction The Building (Fees) (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2025 were recently introduced in Scotland, bringing significant changes to the building fees system. These amendments aim to streamline the process, reduce costs, and improve efficiency for a range of stakeholders, including homeowners, contractors, and local authorities. Key Changes … Read more
Lords Spiritual (Women) Act 2015 (Extension) Act 2025: A Landmark Step for Gender Equality in the House of Lords Introduction The Lords Spiritual (Women) Act 2015 (Extension) Act 2025 marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of gender equality within the House of Lords, the upper chamber of the UK Parliament. This legislation extends the … Read more