Policy & government

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Policy & government Mrs J Mahal (Nee Buttar) v The Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis: 3203100/2019 and Others Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Mr M C Bunghez v Destiny Healthcare Private Ltd: 1403146/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Mrs A F D S Couto v Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust: 6002768/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government United Kingdom Research & Innovation v 1) The Information Commissioner 2) Reuben Kirkham: [2026] UKUT 146 (AAC) Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Church on 09 April 2026. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Game-changing digital tracking takes fight to rogue waste traders New digital waste tracking service to be introduced… GOV.UK Defra news — waste · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Product Recall: Galt Nature Craft Kit (2604-0165) Product Recall for Galt Nature Craft Kit presenting a risk to health. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Ms A Adegbite v BB Healthcare Solutions Ltd: 3201673/2023 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Mr M Baran v Brake Bros Ltd: 6001674/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Animal breeding control tests: cattle and pigs (LSW009) Submit blood and semen samples from cattle and pigs for animal breeding control tests, including artificial insemination. GOV.UK · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government Valleys to Coast housing association: regulatory judgement (assessment) 2026 - gov.wales Welsh Government News · 24 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 · 24 Apr 2026 Policy & government How to think about foreign policy in the new geoeconomic era The Foreign Secretary has written in The Economist about the need to enhance our economic resilience GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government UK–Bermuda relations and the visit of King Charles III 2026 Between 1 May and 2 May 2026, the King is due to visit Bermuda. This page provides a summary of royal visits to Bermuda and sets out recent issues in UK–Bermuda relations. House of Commons Library · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs We are responsible for improving and protecting the environment. We aim to grow a green economy and sustain thriving rural communities. We also support our world-leading food, farming and fishing industries. Defra is a ministerial department, supported by 36 agencies and public bodies . GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Waste carrier fined after depositing tonnes at illegal site The Devon waste carrier was fined £1,466 and told to pay back the economic benefit he realised by his illegal activity of £12,300. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Supporting Syria’s future: guidance for businesses and NGOs A guide to current prohibitions and designations and how to use licences and exceptions for businesses and other organisations who want to do business and operate in Syria. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government UK Compute Roadmap Our plan to build a world-class compute ecosystem that provides a platform for innovation, growth and opportunity across the economy. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government MPs who have withdrawn from the Commons Chamber or who have been suspended This list notes MPs who have left the Chamber voluntarily, been asked to withdraw, or who have been suspended. House of Commons Library · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Get an opinion from the definition of waste service Get the Environment Agency’s opinion on if a material is a by-product or meets 'end of waste' status. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Evaluation of the Create Growth Programme (CGP) 2022 to 2024 Frontier Economics' independent evaluation of the CGP, which provides a bespoke package of finance, business support and investor capacity building to support creative businesses in England. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Assessment process and criteria This guidance explains our competition process and how your proposal is assessed. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Miss D Smith v HealthRota Ltd: 3200153/2024 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Compliance checks: vaping duty stamps – penalties and sanctions — CC/FS87 This factsheet tells you about the penalties HMRC may charge if you do not comply with the regulations for the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Waste site clearance underway after court action Clearance is underway on a West Yorkshire illegal waste site following court action by the Environment Agency. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Evidence for nature recovery This POSTnote summarises the challenges and opportunities for developing the evidence base required to ensure the effectiveness of nature recovery actions. POST (Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology) · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government McDonald’s is supporting the government's drive to get young people earning or learning Young people across the United Kingdom are set to benefit after McDonald’s becomes the latest major employer to support the Government’s Youth Guarantee and launches the biggest work experience programme in the country. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government House of Commons Commission (external members) Two external members serve on the House of Commons Commission. They are appointed by resolution of the House of Commons. House of Commons Library · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Mrs T Watkins v Whitbread Group plc: 6019109/2025 Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government RPC opinion: automated passenger services permitting scheme options Regulatory Policy Committee opinion of the options assessment for the scheme submitted by the Department for Transport. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Restricted leave: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on granting restricted leave. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Regulating post-16 vocational and technical qualifications at levels 2 and 3 Ofqual wants your views on the proposed regulatory approach, Conditions, requirements and guidance for a range of vocational and technical qualifications. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Mr A Singha v Diamond DCO Two Ltd (in Creditors Voluntary Liquidation): [2025] EAT 203 Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Lord Fairley on 11 December 2025. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Recall of Parliament What is the procedure for recalling Parliament, when has Parliament been recalled recently and can the devolved legislatures be recalled? House of Commons Library · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government The UK's nuclear deterrent: A National Endeavour Information about how the Defence Nuclear Enterprise is creating jobs, driving growth, and strengthening security across the UK. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Ms P Ong v Aberystwyth University: 1600183/2021 and Others Employment Tribunal decision. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Trading under sanctions with Russia What import and export restrictions apply due to sanctions for UK persons, including UK businesses and UK natural persons, when trading with Russia. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government How to use exceptions and licences to comply with sanctions  How to check if certain transactions, goods and services are exempt from sanctions measures (exceptions), and how to use or apply for sanctions licences.  GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government How OTSI assesses applications for trade sanctions licences This guidance is for applications submitted to OTSI seeking licences to carry out sanctioned activity related to both services and goods. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Debate on water quality in Kent A debate has been scheduled in Westminster Hall on 29 April 2026 to consider water quality in Kent. The debate will be opened by Tony Vaughan MP. House of Commons Library · 23 Apr 2026 Policy & government Democratic People's Republic of Korea sanctions: guidance Statutory guidance for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea sanctions regime, plus a summary of its purposes, scope and prohibitions. GOV.UK · 23 Apr 2026