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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IPPR estimates that absent a post‑Brexit mutual recognition deal on product testing, UK goods exports to the EU were £3.7–£6.5 billion lower per year between 2021–24, hitting autos, electronics and pharmaceuticals most and urging a priority MRA approach.
Argues that Universal Credit taper plus income tax and National Insurance meant a claimant lost 55p of every extra £1 earned, recounting being advised to seek cash-in-hand work and describing financial distress while unemployed.
A viral video claiming Elon Musk warned over a billion people could die by 2030 from water shortages is a deepfake; the clip uses AI to fabricate his remarks.
Presents UK statistics on household food insecurity, food bank use and free school meal eligibility and uptake, tracking changes alongside rising living costs to show recent demand and pressure on welfare support for low-income families.
A new Chief Construction and Scientific Adviser has been appointed to provide independent expert advice on building safety and regulatory reform, supporting the government’s ongoing efforts to improve construction standards and post-Grenfell reforms.
The Animals in Science Committee has submitted formal advice to a ministerial commission proposing measures to strengthen the role and functioning of ‘named persons’ overseeing animal welfare in scientific settings.
New Natural England reforms streamline its planning role by focusing specialist environmental advice on complex applications with significant impacts, aiming to speed up planning decisions.
Archie Young, the UK Ambassador to the UN General Assembly, set out UK priorities at the UN Fifth Committee: pushing practical reforms to boost UN effectiveness, sharpen accountability and ensure better value for money from UN operations.
The Department for Transport’s Road Traffic Estimates (TRA) dataset provides ongoing data on road traffic by road and vehicle type for Great Britain, used for planning and monitoring transport trends.
Monthly, quarterly and annual survey-based statistics on quantities of manufactured animal feed used in Northern Ireland, providing regular data for monitoring production and agricultural feed consumption patterns.
The Foreign Secretary announced a major UK package of humanitarian relief and early recovery support for Gaza at the UN General Assembly, aimed at expanding delivery of vital aid to Palestinians.
Youth Justice Agency workload overview for Northern Ireland covering 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, with trend analysis from 2021/22 on referrals, custody usage and key demographics.
Sets out options for redesigning UK incapacity benefits, examining who receives support, how eligibility and assessment operate, and proposing changes to improve work incentives, access and support for disabled and long-term sick claimants.
Four previously unidentified Second World War airmen have been formally named and laid to rest after their graves were identified, resolving a decades‑long mystery at a ceremony in the Netherlands.
Proposes giving English mayors a 5% share of income tax—about £3.8bn a year—to roughly double their local spending on transport, housing and regeneration, while stressing built‑in accountability to protect against mismanagement.
A major study with young people aged 14–17 presents evidence to inform government plans on extending the franchise to 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds, covering attitudes, understanding of voting and potential barriers.
A viral video that appears to show a large pro‑Palestine march in the UK is AI‑generated; both audio and visuals contain Google’s SynthID watermark, indicating the footage is fabricated.
The Bank of England published its weekly report for 23 September 2026, setting out the latest data on the Bank’s assets and liabilities; the series is released every Thursday.
The Home Office has introduced new firearms‑licensing safeguards intended to strengthen public safety and help police better assess applicant risks before issuing licences.
At HEPI’s June 2026 annual conference, sector colleagues were asked which single higher education policy they would change; this Part Two publishes a selection of their brief reflections and suggested reforms from across the sector.
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.
Rising fossil‑fuel prices mean electric vehicles in the UK are now as much as nine times cheaper to drive than petrol or diesel cars, Carbon Brief finds, based on recent changes in fuel and running‑cost comparisons.
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.
Uses a discrete choice experiment to analyse how household willingness to pay for heat pumps responds to variations in upfront costs and running-cost scenarios, informing policy on financial incentives and uptake drivers.
Three‑part New Local series examines what local councils can do to keep delivering on climate and nature targets amid shifting funding, policy and operational landscapes, highlighting practical actions and examples from 2026.
A government‑commissioned report models UK steel demand to 2050 to inform the UK steel strategy, providing long‑run demand forecasts intended to guide industrial policy, investment and decarbonisation planning for the sector.
Triannual analysis of voluntarily reported UK radiotherapy incidents and near misses compiles learning from providers and reporting authorities to identify safety issues and improve radiotherapy practice and patient protection.
Minister for International Development and Africa Kirsty McNeill delivered a speech at the Institute of International and European Affairs in Dublin while attending the EU Foreign Affairs Council on Development, setting out the UK's positions and priorities.
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.
Considers the constitutional and political consequences if a major party withdraws from power sharing at Stormont over Drumcree, outlining likely next steps and institutional strains for Northern Ireland governance.