Successful DWP campaign leads to closure of historical benefits
Over 1.9 million people now better supported to find good, secure jobs as the Government moves customers off outdated benefits and on to Universal Credit Two benefits to be closed as part of the Government’s successful ‘Move to UC’ campaign, modernising the welfare system Vulnerable customers to be supported in the move to Universal Credit […]
£64 million for Port Talbot offshore wind hub in the Celtic Sea
Up to £64 million to back Port Talbot’s development as the first port in the Celtic Sea specifically developed to support floating offshore wind – a major step in delivering the clean power mission The new port will help unlock at least 4.5 GW of floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea – helping deliver clean, homegrown electricity, protect households from volatile fossil […]
Fuel Finder for drivers: Factsheet
Find the cheapest fuel prices near you Fuel Finder is a new scheme designed to help drivers find the cheapest fuel near them. Fuel Finder data is available on a range of third-party mapping and price comparison tools to help drivers shop around for the best deals at the pump. You can find the cheapest petrol and diesel prices near you on apps and websites, with […]
Government response to non-crime hate incidents final report
Police will be told to stop recording everyday rows and online spats, as non-crime hate incidents (NCHIs) are to be scrapped by the government. Over recent years, unclear guidance has led to officers being called out to people’s homes over insults and routine arguments. A lack of clarity around when and how NCHIs should be […]
Support for Keep Britain Working ramps up across employers and regions
150 organisations employing around 1.5 million workers, 10 mayoral authorities and representatives from all the nations are now part of the Vanguard group of Keep Britain Working Review led by Sir Charlie Mayfield. A new standard for healthy working will be developed with the British Standards Institution and independent expert advisory panel established. In all, […]
Fuel Finder now helping drivers shop around for the best deals
Government’s Fuel Finder mandates all UK petrol stations to report their prices, helping households with a car find the best deals and save around £40 a year Apps and websites including Confused.com, DriveScore, Fuel Finder UK, Fuel Spy, MotorMouth, PetrolPrices.com and RAC Fuel Watch are now displaying real time fuel prices, meaning drivers can find the cheapest fuel at stations close to them Drivers should continue filling […]
Inspections target smashed with 10,000 health checks on water network
The Environment Agency today (Tuesday 31 March) has expanded its surveillance of the water network to record levels, completing over 10,000 inspections of water company assets in the last year. The surge in checks on treatment works, sewage pumping stations and storm overflows marks a major step in ensuring better performance by water companies: identifying […]
Tender Opens for Peer Review Independent Expert Panel
Information for individuals interested in applying to deliver Peer Review Independent Expert Panel Services from June 2026. Source link
The UK stands ready to engage constructively with all parties and expects COP31 to be a moment of delivery: UK statement at the briefing by the COP31 Presidency
Climate change drives current crises, not just future risks. Everyone is affected, with the most vulnerable disproportionately so. So, COP31 must respond with urgency and credibility. The Paris Agreement sets the course for global action. And we must all deliver against all the pillars of the Paris Agreement. We welcome the focus on implementation and […]
Animal Sentience Committee letter regarding the recently published animal welfare strategy
Letter from the Animal Sentience Committee to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee regarding their opinion on the recently published animal welfare strategy. Source link