Historic England Board Appointments
Seven individuals—Charles Donald, Dominic Field, Anna Keay, Georgina Lynch, Claire McColgan, Lukman Patel and Moira Sinclair—have been appointed to the Historic England Board by the Secretary of State for DCMS.
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Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW, Politico
Reports that a US federal judge ordered the White House to temporarily restore press access for CNN, MSNBC and Politico after those outlets sued over revocations of reporter access to presidential briefings.
Much-needed inventions
Author revisits a 2018 wishlist of 15 desired inventions and asked an AI to report what has been invented or progressed since. The piece summarises AI’s assessment of each idea, from biodegradable nappies to enhanced carbon‑capture plants.
Consultation on the Authorisation of 16 Regulated Products 2026
Seeks stakeholder views on proposals to authorise 16 novel food products in 2026, inviting responses to the Food Standards Agency’s assessment of safety and regulatory compliance ahead of potential market approval.
Finley Wild
Profile of Finley Wild, a recent University of Birmingham graduate who produces digital political content, supports digital strategy and aims to make policy more accessible and boost political engagement.
The Spark September
Great British Energy – Nuclear published the September edition of The Spark, its quarterly newsletter providing internal and external updates on organisational developments and projects.
Maritime Coastguard Agency celebrates World Maritime Day 2026
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency marked World Maritime Day 2026; Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander wrote to the International Maritime Organization as part of the celebrations and UK engagement with IMO priorities.
Wallace Collection Board Appointments
Four trustees — Kate Cheetham, Elizabeth Kennedy, Amelia Pan and Lord Chris Smith — were appointed to the Wallace Collection Board by the previous Prime Minister, formalising new membership for the museum's governance body.
Book review: Reclaiming Purpose – The University in an AI World by Paul LeBlanc
A HEPI guest review by Mary Curnock Cook assesses Paul LeBlanc’s Reclaiming Purpose, which discusses the role of universities amid growing use of AI and draws on LeBlanc’s experience leading large-scale online higher education.
PM call with Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark: 20 September 2026
Prime Minister held a telephone call with Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen on 20 September 2026; the short notice gives no details on issues discussed or outcomes of the conversation.
PM appoints new Deputy Chair to the Security Vetting Appeals Panel
Prime Minister appoints Sir John Saunders as Deputy Chair of the Security Vetting Appeals Panel, filling a senior oversight role in the body that considers appeals against security clearance decisions.
Appendix: Detailed tables
Detailed tables accompanying a Pew Research Center project provide the underlying numeric data and cross‑tabulations used in the report’s analyses (appendix material rather than narrative findings).
Facebook post’s ‘National Cheeseburger Day’ deal is not a real Burger King offer
A viral Facebook post claiming a ‘National Cheeseburger Day’ Burger King deal is false; Full Fact clarifies the promotion is not a genuine offer from Burger King.
Recruitment for an Executive Officer in the Director Support Office
Vacancy for an Executive Officer in the Veterinary Medicines Directorate's Director Support Office, supporting the Chief Executive, Director of Authorisations, Deputy Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer.
Amy Hooper
Amy Hooper is listed as a Marketing Executive at the Institute for Government, with contact Amy.Hooper@instituteforgovernment.org.uk and a profile entry timestamped 21 September 2026. The page appears to be a staff profile listing.
Ellie Slee-Lamb
Ellie Slee-Lamb is recorded as a Communications Assistant at the Institute for Government, with contact Ellie.Slee-Lamb@instituteforgovernment.org.uk and a profile timestamped 21 September 2026. The entry is a standard staff contact/profile notice.
Esme Barlow Hall
Esme Barlow Hall is shown as a Research Assistant at the Institute for Government, contact Esme.Hall@instituteforgovernment.org.uk; the profile entry is dated 21 September 2026 and functions as a staff listing.
Ned Chatterton
Ned Chatterton is listed as a Research Assistant at the Institute for Government, with contact Ned.Chatterton@instituteforgovernment.org.uk; the profile entry is dated 21 September 2026 and serves as a staff contact page.
Joe Creffield
Joe Creffield is named as a Research Assistant at the Institute for Government, contact Joe.Creffield@instituteforgovernment.org.uk; the page is a staff profile entry timestamped 21 September 2026.
Sandra Hoang
Sandra Hoang is identified as a Research Assistant at the Institute for Government, with contact sandra.hoang@instituteforgovernment.org.uk; the entry is a routine staff profile posted on 21 September 2026.
Jennifer Watson – Media Consultant
Jen Watson has been announced as a media, communications and public affairs consultant at the Fabian Society, offering media strategy, policy messaging and national political engagement support across UK and Scottish politics.
Emma Wilkins
Staff profile for Emma Wilkins, listing her role as Research Assistant at the Institute for Government and providing contact details and basic directory information.