Policy & government

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Policy & government Newborn blood spot screening: data collection and reports Annual reports on data collected by the NHS Newborn Blood Spot (NBS) Screening Programme. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Family Resources Survey: financial year 2024 to 2025 Results from the Family Resources Survey (FRS) for the financial year 2024 to 2025, providing information on income and circumstances of UK households. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Health Transformation Programme Evaluation and Monitoring Strategy 2026 A summary of current plans for evaluating the Health Transformation Programme. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Deepfake detection technology Analysis of the current state of demand and supply in the UK deepfake detection market​ and existing barriers and key drivers that can shape the future of the sector​. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Data landscape review report 2024 to 2025 This report focuses specifically on data access and sharing challenges related to online harms and the online safety tech sector, including the technologies and initiatives used to address them. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Electronic invoicing: SME usage and attitudes This research looked at (SME) small and medium-sized enterprises’ use, awareness, and perceptions of electronic invoicing. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Travel-associated infections reports Reports on travel-associated infections in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, based on data from national reference laboratories or case management systems. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Pensioners' Incomes: financial years ending 1995 to 2025 Estimates and interpretation of trends in the level and sources of pensioners’ incomes for the financial years ending 1995 to 2025. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Households below average income: for financial years ending 1995 to 2025 Statistics on the number and percentage of people living in low income households for the financial years ending 1995 to 2025. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Income Dynamics: 2010 to 2024 Results from an analysis of the longitudinal survey 'Understanding Society', looking at persistent low income and changes in household income. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Great British Insulation Scheme release: March 2026 Statistical release on Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) statistics to monitor the installation of energy efficiency measures in domestic properties in Great Britain. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Operation of the National Security and Investment Act 2021: memorandum of understanding between the Cabinet Office and the CMA Memorandum of Understanding between the Cabinet Office and the Competition and Markets Authority on the operation of the National Security and Investment Act 2021. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government HMRC’s Strategic Approach to Third-Party Software This document sets out HMRC’s long‑term approach to working with third‑party software and supporting a thriving, innovative market that makes it simpler for customers to fulfil their tax responsibilities. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government CIL Appeal 1883218 – 04 Mar 26 – Subdivision of the existing unit to create two new units in Class E Sui Generis - drinking establishments hot food takeaways launderettes and dry cleaners. Replacement of existing door and additional door to create an emergency exit. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Introduction to identifying, assessing and selecting sites Draft guidance on identifying, assessing and selecting sites for development as part of the local plan making process. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Preparing a local plan vision The draft requirements and process for local planning authorities to follow when preparing a vision as part of the 30-month plan-making process. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Gathering baselining information to inform a local plan Draft information on how local planning authorities can collect, map and analyse baselining data, to inform local plans under the new plan-making system. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Working for Nuclear Waste Services We recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to providing an environment where you will feel valued and respected. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Letter from the Secretary of State and the Mayor of London: final proposed package of support for housebuilding in London The Secretary of State and the Mayor of London have written to developers, Registered Providers and London Boroughs to confirm the final proposed package of emergency measures to support housebuilding in the capital. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix UK Ancestry Immigration Rules for UK Ancestry GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix FM-SE: family members specified evidence Family members - specified evidence GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix FM: family members Family members GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Fur market in Great Britain Seeking views on the fur market in Great Britain to help shape government policy in relation to the fur trade. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Opinion on the responsible sourcing of fur Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) opinion on the animal welfare implications of both farmed and wild-caught fur. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix Representative of an Overseas Business Immigration Rules for Representative of an Overseas Business GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix T2 Minister of Religion This route is for a person who has a key leading role within their faith-based organisation or a religious order in the UK. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix English Language This Appendix sets out how the English language requirement is met. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules: introduction This contains an explanation of who’s covered by the Immigration Rules, dates of effect and definitions/interpretations of the terms used. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix High Potential Individual High Potential Individual GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix International Sportsperson The International Sportsperson route is for an elite sportsperson or qualified sports coach who is internationally established and can make a significant contribution to the development of their sport at its highest level in the UK. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Immigration Rules Appendix Innovator Founder Appendix Innovator Founder GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government EPA approves new herbicide to control weeds in fodder beet - NZ EPA NZ EPA · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government NEA To Commission Studies On Nuclear Safety Frameworks And International Best Practices - NEA.gov.sg Singapore NEA · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Solar Integration: Solar Energy and Storage Basics - Department of Energy (.gov) US Department of Energy · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Student route: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on how to consider applications from people to enter or remain in the UK as students. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Grounds for refusal – criminality: caseworker guidance Immigration staff guidance on criminal history for entry clearance applications in the UK. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government British shipbuilding, steel, AI and energy infrastructure to be prioritised for government contracts for national security Shipbuilding, steel, AI and energy infrastructure will be recognised as critical for national security, with new guidance prioritising contracts for British business where necessary to protect our national security. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government “Wainwright way” becomes England’s newest National Trail National Trail opening is culmination years of work by Natural England and partners alongside £5.5 million government investment for upgrade GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government David Reed appointed HMTC for Eastern Europe and Central Asia David Reed MBE appointed His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and His Majesty’s Consul General to Istanbul. GOV.UK · 26 Mar 2026 Policy & government Faster care for patients, less admin for NHS staff and new AI skills for key industries as Barnsley Tech Town takes next big step People and businesses in Barnsley will gain AI skills and benefit from shorter hospital waiting lists through new government pilots in the UK’s first Tech Town. GOV.UK · 25 Mar 2026