Everything government, Parliament, the statistical agencies and the major policy institutes published — read, summarised and ranked so you can skim the day in a minute.
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Government consultation proposes amendments to the Poisons Act 1972 to tighten regulation of explosives precursors and other poisons, aiming to strengthen licensing, controls and enforcement to reduce misuse and improve public safety.
Sets out a Women in Defence Charter committing the Ministry of Defence to actions to improve gender balance across Defence roles and career progression, signalling organisational pledges rather than new statutory duties.
DCMS proposes a Software Security Ambassadors Scheme to promote secure software development practices and bolster cyber resilience by appointing industry champions to share guidance, build capability and encourage adoption of best practice.
The Independent Restraint Review Panel’s 2025 summary sets out the IRRP’s work during the year, led by Independent Chair Colin Allars, reviewing use and oversight of restraint in prisons and related recommendations.
Great British Railways publishes a rolling stock and infrastructure strategy setting out how it will plan passenger trains, depots, maintenance and the wider rail network as an integrated system across the UK.
Publishes Treasury minutes documenting government departments' formal responses to Public Accounts Committee reports for August 2026, setting out agreed actions and departmental positions on PAC recommendations.
The CMA is consulting on proposed conduct requirements—new rules to govern Google’s general search services. The proposals set out obligations the regulator would expect Google to follow; responses are invited as part of the consultation process.
HM Prison and Probation Service has published action plans for Risley Prison setting out measures to address concerns raised by HM Inspectorate of Prisons following recent inspections.
The Environment Agency outlines measures to reduce flooding risk on the Somerset Levels and Moors, detailing planned interventions, maintenance work and partnership actions to manage water levels and protect communities and farmland in the area.
The CMA seeks feedback on updated proposals for a user choice conduct requirement targeting Google’s general search services, aiming to give users clearer options when selecting search providers within Google’s ecosystem.
DfE sets out an SME action plan for 2025–28 to make it easier for small businesses to access public sector supply chains and to remove unnecessary burdens and costs associated with supplying education services.
Defra publishes an SME action plan for 2026–27 aiming to make it simpler for small businesses to access public sector supply chains and to remove unnecessary burdens and costs.
Sets out how Natural England will respond to requests for statutory advice on development proposals under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, clarifying operational processes for developers, planning authorities and consultees seeking its input.
A call for comments on a revised draft indicative list of long‑chain PFCAs, PFOA and PFHxS (their salts and related compounds) has now closed; the consultation sought expert input on the chemical list for 2026.
Consultation on implementing the new employer duty to inform workers of their right to join a trade union, seeking views on how the requirement should operate in practice, compliance expectations and enforcement mechanisms.
Whole of Government Accounts for year ended 31 March 2025 published, presenting consolidated financial statements covering central government and public sector bodies for 2024–25 in line with accounting requirements.
HM Prison and Probation Service publishes action plans for Lindholme Prison responding to HMIP inspection findings, setting out measures to tackle identified issues in safety, rehabilitation and regime delivery across the site.
The Department for Transport is consulting on using Bus Services Act 2025 powers to require bus operators to provide data, publish that information and develop a fully digital system for local bus service information across the UK.
The Intellectual Property Office seeks evidence on the cost and effectiveness of judicial processes protecting IP rights in the UK, through an informal Call for Evidence examining enforcement pathways and potential reforms.
Provides a September 2026 progress update on Project Gigabit, tracking progress towards the government’s target of 99% gigabit-capable broadband coverage across the UK by 2032 and outlining rollout milestones and delivery challenges.
Treasury minutes publish government departments' formal responses to Public Accounts Committee reports for September 2026, setting out agreed actions, positions on recommendations and timelines for implementing PAC scrutiny findings.
Ministry of Justice sets out a 2025–28 action plan to help SMEs and VCSEs access public sector supply chains by removing burdens and costs and simplifying procurement to boost small business participation.
DCMS sets out an SME action plan for 2025–28 to help small and medium businesses access public sector supply chains and reduce burdens and costs associated with public procurement.
The Ministry of Justice sets out progress from year one of its AI Action Plan for Justice and outlines priorities for the next year to implement AI tools and governance across the justice system.
Seeks views on draft legal provisions for an alternative transitional registration model (ATRm) under UK REACH, inviting stakeholders to comment on the technical design for transitioning chemical registrations post‑EU exit.
Call for insights and research evidence to inform updates to the full suite of National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), seeking input on seven NPQ frameworks to underpin future revisions.
Traffic Commissioners set out their strategic objectives for 2026–29, outlining priorities and regulatory focus for the coming three years for operators of goods and passenger services.
The Department for Education is commissioning recent, high‑quality research to update the evidence base for three National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), seeking studies relevant to proposed changes in NPQ content and delivery.
The Marine Management Organisation is seeking evidence on how recreational activities and anchoring affect habitats and species inside England’s marine protected areas to inform policy and management of MPAs.
MHRA and its Regulatory Innovation Office invite organisations to complete a survey on the use of artificial intelligence across medicines development, to gather views on benefits, risks and regulatory implications.