Policy & government

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Policy & government Statutory homelessness in England: October to December 2025 Accredited official statistics on statutory homelessness applications, duties, and outcomes for local authorities in England. GOV.UK · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Analytical approach for the Road Investment Strategy 3 DfT’s approach to developing robust, stakeholder‑informed analysis for Road Investment Strategy 3 (RIS3). GOV.UK · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Traineeships abroad for students - Erasmus+ Eurostat news · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Preparatory action project for EU Biodiversity observation coordination centre (EBOCC) - Suomen ympäristökeskus (Syke) Finnish Environment Institute (Syke) · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Rural Community Immigration Pilot - canada.ca Environment and Climate Change Canada · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Compliance and enforcement - DCCEEW Australian DCCEEW · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government STATE OF MICHIGAN Before the Director of the Department of Insurance and Financial Services In the matter of: Petitioner v File - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government STATE OF MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES Before the Director of the Department of Insurance and Financia - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government STATE OF MICHIGAN Before the Director of the Department of Insurance and Financial Services In the matter of: Petitioner v File - State of Michigan (.gov) Michigan EGLE · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Termination of life newborn infants and late-term abortion - Government.nl Government of the Netherlands · 30 Apr 2026 Policy & government Changing your health insurance - Government.nl Government of the Netherlands · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government MfE - Changes to resource management - Ministry for the Environment - Ministry for the Environment NZ Ministry for the Environment · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Addressing ground-level ozone pollution in Europe This overview of ground-level (or tropospheric) ozone pollution in Europe is based on data reported by EU Member States (EU-27) and is published in the context of the revised Ambient Air Quality Directive. Country-specific factsheets have been prepared for all EU-27 countries. European Environment Agency — news · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government How can I tell if a quality label is reliable? - Government.nl Government of the Netherlands · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Support for people affected by terrorist attacks overseas Printable guide for support agencies and first responders to hand out to victims following an attack overseas, highlighting available advice and assistance. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Support for people affected by terrorist attacks in the UK Printable guide for support agencies and first responders to hand out to victims following an attack in the UK, highlighting available advice and assistance. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Northumberland illegal waste site shut down The Environment Agency has blocked access to land in rural Northumberland following reports of illegal dumping and burning of waste.   GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Asylum seekers: the permission to work policy Can asylum seekers work in the UK while waiting for a decision on their application for refugee status? House of Commons Library · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government UKHSA commercial opportunities This guidance is designed to help UKHSA customers and suppliers to navigate engaging and working with us and to signpost upcoming events and opportunities. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Italy: how to obtain the biometric residency card for UK nationals living in Italy before 1 January 2021 Information for UK nationals about how to obtain the biometric residency card in Italy. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Housing Minister speech on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform An update on the government's vision for ending the feudal leasehold system. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Economic update: How resilient are current supply chains? Economic effects of the US/Israeli conflict with Iran are emerging for UK consumers and businesses. However, flexible supply chains may cushion price pressures. House of Commons Library · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Business insights and impact on the UK economy: 3 September 2026 The impact of challenges facing the economy and other events on UK businesses, including financial performance, workforce, trade, and business resilience. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Hungary: Developments under Viktor Orbán and the 2026 parliamentary election Viktor Orbán lost office following parliamentary elections in Hungary in April 2026 after 16 years as Prime Minister House of Commons Library · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Ms N Fernandez v Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust: 2304390/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Nuclear Waste Services: spend and expense data over £25,000 Financial transactions over £25,000 made by Nuclear Waste Services (NWS) from April 2022 to the current financial year. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Crime and Policing Bill 2025: delegated powers memoranda Information relating to the Crime and Policing Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2025. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Crime and Policing Bill 2025: ECHR supplementary memoranda Information relating to the Crime and Policing Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2025. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Crime and Policing Bill 2025: equality impact assessments Equality impact assessments relating to the Crime and Policing Bill 2025. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Crime and Policing Bill: government amendments for committee and report stage Correspondence relating to the Crime and Policing Bill, which was introduced in the House of Commons on 25 February 2025. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Dr S Nzekwue v Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Others: 2304981/2022 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government CW4 8NL, Sibelco UK Limited: environmental permit application advertisement – EPR/XP3829MM/A001 View the application submitted by Sibelco UK Limited for Rudheath Lodge Quarry, New Platt Lane, Allostock, CW4 8NL GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law The next generation will be smoke-free as Tobacco and Vapes Bill is granted Royal Assent. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government MHRA Safety Roundup: April 2026 Summary of the latest safety advice for medicines and medical device users GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Model notification letter for planning appeals when householder service is not suitable A template designed to be used by LPAs when notifying interested parties that a householder appeal is now being dealt with as a planning appeal GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government First Sea Lord Speech at RUSI Transforming the Royal Navy by embracing the rapid technological advances of our age GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Seven sentenced after MHRA investigation uncovers £1.8m illegal medicines and steroids network An MHRA-led investigation has exposed a £1.8 million illegal medicines and steroids network, leading to seven men being sentenced. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles Expert Advisory Panel GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government COVID-19 information for businesses - Business Wales Welsh Government News · 29 Apr 2026 Policy & government Major investigation into 'sickening' illegal waste dumping Environment Agency and Natural England act on 30,000 tonnes of illegal waste at Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Leicestershire. GOV.UK · 29 Apr 2026