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NHS England
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:30
Professor Sir Stephen Powis, NHS national medical director, commented on the latest weekly winter sit rep figures
NHS England | Official News ReleaseNHSE comment on latest weekly winter sit rep figures
Chartered Trading Standards Institute
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:25
Consumer warning issued as Trading Standards concern over targets on bereaved loved ones increase
Chartered Trading Standards Institute | Official News ReleaseCTSI warns of criminals targeting mourners in our local communities
Homeless Link
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:20
£40k of new funding has been released, following new research delivered by Homeless Link, to devise housing models to support youth affected by care, mental health, and school exclusions.
Homeless Link | Official News ReleaseNew funding from Commonweal for ideas on youth housing solutions
Ofgem
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:15
The future is about supercharging the delivery of clean, secure and fairly priced energy for consumers, said Ofgem today as it published its new strategy.
Ofgem | Official News ReleaseMultiyear Strategy sets out Ofgem’s vision for delivering clean, affordable and secure energy system
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:10
Researchers around the world will soon be able to access millions of the natural, historic specimens found in UK museums at the click of a button as part of a £473 million UK fund to enhance key research infrastructure.
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology | Official News ReleaseMajor funding unveiled for cutting-edge research tools that could halt future pandemics and protect the planet
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 15:05
Applications will open for the fourth year of the Marine Fund Scotland today.
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseMarine Fund Scotland 2024-25 launches
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Parliamentary Committees and Public Enquiries
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:30
Statutory sick pay (SSP) is failing to provide enough support for those who most need financial help when ill and should be increased and made more widely available, MPs say today.
Parliamentary Committees and Public Enquiries | Official News ReleaseMPs call for statutory sick pay reform to address inadequate financial support for workers most in need
RUSI
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:25
The UK’s second Economic Crime Plan is on the right path, but the jury is out on whether it will achieve sustainable and long-lasting outcomes.
RUSI | Official News ReleaseThe UK's Economic Crime Plan 2: Progress, Pitfalls and Prospects
Department of Health and Social Care
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:20
The move will streamline processes within dental and pharmacy settings and improve patient experiences.
Department of Health and Social Care | Official News ReleaseNew powers for dental and pharmacy staff to free up appointments
NHS England
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:15
NHS England yesterday responded to British Social Attitudes survey.
NHS England | Official News ReleaseNHS England responds to British Social Attitudes survey
Financial Conduct Authority
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:10
On 27 March 2024, Larry Barreto and Tassib Hussain were sentenced for fraud offences following a prosecution brought by the FCA, which saw the pair convicted in November 2023.
Financial Conduct Authority | Official News ReleaseLarry Barreto and Tassib Hussain sentenced for mortgage fraud
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations)
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 14:05
Private sector activity fell again in the three months to March (weighted balance of -12%, compared with -6% in the three months to February), according to the CBI’s latest Growth Indicator.
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations) | Official News ReleaseLight at the end of the tunnel for private sector growth momentum - CBI Growth Indicator
Environment Agency
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 13:25
New guidance published on production of hydrogen from water using electrolysis.
Environment Agency | Official News ReleaseEnvironment Agency publishes guidance on production of green hydrogen
Ofwat
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 13:20
Ofwat statement on Thames Water's announcement.
Ofwat | Official News ReleaseOfwat statement on Thames Water's announcement
Ministry of Justice
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 13:15
Victims will no longer be prevented from accessing support or legal advice under plans to crack down on the misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
Ministry of Justice | Official News ReleaseCrackdown on ‘gagging orders’ to protect victims’ ability to access support
Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 13:10
First East-West Council meeting endorses bespoke plan to boost jobs and investment in Northern Ireland.
Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities | Official News ReleasePlans published for £150m investment zone for Northern Ireland
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 13:05
Figures published by Chief Economist Gary Gillespie estimate that Scottish Government spending on social security could deliver a £300 million boost to Scotland’s economy over the short term.
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseSocial Security investment helping grow the economy
Innovate UK
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 12:25
£16.6 million investment announced today to give semiconductor researchers and businesses access to new equipment helping them test and make chips for use in high-energy machines like electric cars and manufacturing equipment.
Innovate UK | Official News Release£16.6 million boost to power up chips used in electric cars and green energy industry
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations)
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 12:15
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak yesterday commented on the announcement the government wants the LPC to stick with a minimum wage set at two-thirds of median earnings
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations) | Official News ReleaseMinisters are “tying hands” of LPC – TUC
Department for Transport
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 12:10
Cornwall passengers will experience hourly coast-to-coast train services between Newquay, St Austell, Truro and Falmouth.
Department for Transport | Official News Release£50 million boost to transform public transport in Cornwall
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 12:05
Techscaler companies capture multi-million investment.
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseSuccess for startups
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations)
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 11:25
Paul Nowak says Labour should “resist the out of touch, out of date siren voices from the 90s”
WiredGov Newswire (news from other organisations) | Official News Release
TUC likens opposition to New Deal for Workers to “doomsday warnings” over the minimum wage
HM Treasury
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 11:20
Aozma Sultana and Mustafa Ayash sanctioned using domestic counter-terrorism powers.
HM Treasury | Official News ReleaseNew sanctions on persons linked to Hamas-supporting media network
NHS Wales
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 11:15
A new resource to help organisations use long-term thinking to reduce health inequalities is being launched by Public Health Wales in partnership with the Office of the Future Generations Commissioner. It provides tools and case studies which show how we can move on from just treating disease to promoting good health and preventing illness whenever we can.
NHS Wales | Official News ReleaseLong-term thinking resource helps organisations protect the health of future generations
techUK
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 11:10
The Cabinet Office has released supportive documents ahead of the anticipated launch of the Procurement Act 2023 this October.
techUK | Official News ReleaseNew Guidance: Procurement Act 2023 Documents Released
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 11:05
Information on future farming payments from 2025.
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseAgricultural support is changing
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:33
Champion cook Gary promotes vital Best Start support
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseNational Chef backs food payment push
Buckingham Palace
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:25
Her Majesty visited the market town of Shrewsbury, where she met traders and customers before heading to a newly restored local landmark of the Industrial Revolution: the Flaxmill Maltings.
Buckingham Palace | Official News ReleaseThe Queen visits Shropshire
Northern Ireland Assembly
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:20
During the visit, The Lord Caine highlighted the UK Government's commitment to the local businesses and the community
Northern Ireland Assembly | Official News ReleaseThe Lord Caine visits Downpatrick and highlights the resilience of the community and businesses after Storm Ciarán
Government Actuary's Department
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:15
Actuarial valuations for public service pension schemes are now published, most of which set employer contribution rates and assess the cost control mechanism.
Government Actuary's Department | Official News ReleaseGAD completes 2020 actuarial valuations
techUK
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:10
The public viewed Identity as a core human right, with trust and accountability key to any successful framework
techUK | Official News ReleaseBuilding trust in Digital ID: DSIT commissions public dialogue
Met Office
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 10:05
Winds and rain are on the way for some this week, with unsettled Easter weekend weather likely for many.
Met Office | Official News Release
Easter weather forecast
Office of the Secretary of State for Wales
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 09:25
The Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board met for the fourth time on 27 March 2024.
Office of the Secretary of State for Wales | Official News ReleaseStatement released on behalf of the Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board
Environment Agency
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 09:20
Environment Agency officers will be talking to residents in Lydney and Cinderford about the steps they can take to prepare for flash flooding.
Environment Agency | Official News ReleaseEnvironment Agency raising flood risk awareness in Forest of Dean
Economic and Social Research Council
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 09:15
Five new infrastructure projects are to share £388 million, with additional £85 million to support UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)’s Digital Research Infrastructure Programme.
Economic and Social Research Council | Official News ReleaseMajor research and innovation infrastructure investment announced
Attorney General's Office
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 09:10
The Insolvency Service and Serious Fraud Office (SFO) have been recognised for their prosecuting excellence by the Attorney General.
Attorney General's Office | Official News ReleaseAttorney General celebrates prosecuting excellence
Scottish Government
Thursday 28 March 2024 @ 09:05
Preventing homelessness and strengthening tenants’ rights.
Scottish Government | Official News ReleaseHousing Bill published