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The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is the UK’s technical authority on cyber security.

Two handwritten letters penned by JRR Tolkien have been discovered for the first time, almost 50 years after the death of the Lord of the Rings author.

Blog posted by: Lindsay Hancock, 21 March 2023 – Categories: a great place to work, gender equality, Women in Tech.

Thames Freeport has received final government sign off, unlocking new high-quality jobs and much-needed investment.

TfL proposes to introduce 65km of new 20mph speed limits within Royal Borough of Greenwich, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Lewisham, Southwark, Wandsworth, Merton, Bromley and Lambeth.

Pregnant women with serious medical problems will now have access to specialist treatment centres across the country.

People are being asked to share their views on a new legal minimum number of school learning hours.

Announcing the Bus Centre of Excellence and almost £3 million electric bus funding for Leicester.

The National Crime Agency has obtained a civil recovery order for gold worth an estimated £4 million that was being laundered by South American drug cartels.

After nearly 400 interviews, the report illustrates the appetite for physical activity to be used within NHS Talking Therapy.

The Russian government has launched a video campaign drawing on a number of themes in an attempt to persuade its citizens to enlist. But has it achieved the desired effect?

The Sanctuary Awards have today recognised outstanding sustainability and conservation efforts across the Ministry of Defence (MOD) over the past year.

Innovative tests with the potential to help people with a urinary tract infection (UTI) receive the correct course of antibiotics more quickly could soon be considered for use in the NHS.

The Counsel General will today confirm a Welsh Government consultation to inform future legislation to establish a single, unified tribunal system for Wales.

Water company customers and stakeholders will have the chance to question and challenge water companies’ future plans in public meetings, set to take place online over the next three months.

The shadow of this doomed invasion can be seen in the incoherent approach to other conflicts, from Libya to Syria.

Positive progress has continued on the next phase of Ajax trials as new in-service dates are confirmed and payments resume to General Dynamics.

The Levelling Up Secretary and Mayor Andy Street have signed a landmark deeper devolution deal for the West Midlands putting more cash and power in the hands of local leaders.

Scotland's Chief Statistician today published Scotland’s Carbon Footprint: 1998-2019. 

National Archives have announced that they have awarded Ancestry®, a contract to digitise the first tranche of Ministry of Defence service personnel records.

This data provides information about the number and types of applications that HM Land Registry completed in February 2023.

The Civilian Gallantry List recognises the bravery of people who’ve put themselves in danger to save, or attempt to save, someone’s life.

Aspirations of halving global emissions by 2030 would only deliver a 50:50 chance of keeping the most ambitious pledge of the Paris Agreement alive, says the Met Office.

New research funded by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) uses early data from the largest ground-based solar telescope in the world.

techUK has been advocating to defend, reform, and grow crucial R&D tax reliefs support for the tech sector, through working to reverse damaging cuts to SME R&D tax credits, advocating for the expansion of the definition of R&D and supporting prioritisation of stability in tax regimes to attract lasting investment.

Atypical Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed on a farm.

A Czech man involved in the importation of a semi-automatic gun and live ammunition into the UK has been sentenced following a National Crime Agency investigation.

Climate Change Minister Julie James has said new powers to tackle air and noise pollution will lead to a cleaner, healthier and greener Wales.

A man from Manchester who sexually assaulted two children has been jailed for eight years and six months following a National Crime Agency investigation.

On Wednesday 8 March the APM facilitated a conference orchestrated by Steve Walters of the APM People SIG bringing together over 80 participants to help the people side of projects get to a better space and support the APM vision of “creating a world where projects never fail”

Ofwat yesterday announced new powers that will enable it to stop the payment of dividends if they would risk the company’s financial resilience, and take enforcement action against water companies that don’t link dividend payments to performance.

The UK yesterday signed a pivotal digital trade deal with Ukraine that will support the country’s economy and greatly enhance our trade and investment relationship.

The killing of a prominent Islamic State financier in Somalia sheds light on the group’s transnational financial networks and shifting centre of gravity.

The ICC’s arrest warrants against Putin and Lvova-Belova show the commission of international crimes is not without consequences.

science to better understand human behaviour can lead to more effective communication.

IOPC have decided to investigate comments former Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) Acting Commissioner Sir Stephen House allegedly made to a Home Office advisor in January 2022.

The impact of insect decline, including on UK food supply, is the focus of the Commons Science and Technology Committee’s new inquiry.

The latest funding decisions for the Cultural Investment Fund have been announced today.

Justice ministers from around the world will convene in London today (March 20) to boost international support for the independent International Criminal Court’s (ICC) vital investigations into war crimes.

An extra £22 million is being invested to extend free and impartial support for people making a Universal Credit claim.

The Treasury Committee’s Financial Services Regulations Sub-Committee today publishes an outline of its work in the first quarter of 2023.

Talk of the UK leaving the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) keeps rearing its head with little thought for the real impact.

The NDA and NWS recently (17 March 2023) hosted their first staff tree planting event in partnership with Cumbria Woodlands.

A consultation was recently (17 March 2023) published on the design of a new levy to be paid by developers to fund affordable housing and local infrastructure such as GP surgeries, transport links and schools.

The SFO recently (17 March 2023) confiscated an additional £92,500 from Achilleas Kallakis, one of the fraudsters behind the UK’s largest ever mortgage fraud case – ten years after his conviction.

Russia is exploiting Euro-Atlantic supply chain weaknesses that could be resolved by effective sanctions cooperation between NATO and the EU.

Three men who played major roles in supplying fraudulent passports to some of the most serious organised criminals have been convicted. 

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) Rob Behrens is in Stockton on Tees from Monday 20 to Tuesday 21 March for the first of a series of regional roadshows around the country to directly hear about issues facing members of the local community.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is independently investigating the death of a 44-year-old man in police custody in Liverpool.

Those were the words of First Minister Mark Drakeford as he confirmed details of a new action plan agreed at the latest River Pollution Summit.

GAD advised HM Treasury and provided support to their counsel team during a recent legal hearing. Two unions had launched a challenge in relation to the cost control mechanism.

Last week, the Government set out spending measures in its spring Budget, which contained a number of commitments targeted specifically at children and young people.

The Conservative government has given rogue employers a “free pass to act with impunity” after the P&O Ferries scandal – the TUC has warned, referring to the unlawful mass sacking of 800 seafarers a year ago.

New powers made possible through the Environment Act will enable Ofwat to clamp down on excessive cash pay-outs and hold water companies to account.

A new Emergency Alert mobile phone warning service was yesterday launched across the UK.

A West Mercia Police officer has been given a final written warning after gross misconduct was found proven following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).

Ofcom recently (17 March 2023) published their latest Home Broadband Performance Report, which outlines how different broadband services perform and how they vary by factors including provider, technology, location and package.

Members of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment (RG) have spent five weeks in The Gambia training officers and soldiers from the Gambian Armed Forces (GAF).

Avanti West Coast contract extended with further work to restore reliability and punctuality to come.

The SFO recently (17 March 2023) recovered over $7,699,204 from convicted money launderer, Mario Ildeu de Miranda, after its investigation revealed he had channelled criminal proceeds through multiple international bank accounts using several different company names.

The UK Government has named two leaders in dementia research to spearhead the ambitious national Mission to tackle dementia.

A new system that will give the Government and emergency services the capability to send an alert directly to mobiles phones when there is a risk to life was yesterday launched.

A Lincolnshire man who raped and sexually assaulted children as young as seven over a 23-year period has been jailed for 25 years.

Policy Manager Cat Tottie analyses the announcements made in the recent Spring Budget and what impact they will have on the homelessness sector.

The Welsh Government yesterday announced a £4 million investment to bring a major new world-class Skyline tourism attraction to Swansea.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the face of the technological ecosystem and is unlocking unprecedented opportunities for innovation in the UK, as well as on the global stage

More than 30 UK locations will host big screens to show the Coronation, the Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer has announced

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating Northamptonshire Police’s response to concerns for a man’s welfare before his death in a road collision, in which the driver of a HGV also died.

Homeless Link Head of Policy Sophie Boobis, provides an update on this proposes legislation

The NHS Confederation is urging that honesty and realism are core priorities in any recovery plan for primary care.

Two people arrested by the Home Office in intelligence-led night-time raid.

On Thursday 4 May, 230 local authorities across England will be holding elections. Ahead of that, the Electoral Commission is urging voters to ensure they are registered before the 17 April deadline.

The Government has accepted the recommendations of a review into Digital Technologies from the National Technology Advisor Sir Patrick Vallance, including a number of key asks from techUK members.

The Environment Agency has launched a new flood warning service this week for eight areas across Yorkshire – which will warn residents of any imminent risk of flooding.

Matthew Upton, Director of Policy at Citizens Advice, responds to Royal Mail being reported to Ofcom for letter delivery delays

GAD's analysis of the Spring Budget 2023 focuses on pensions taxation, pension fund investment and retirement planning.

The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill has been passed by the House of Commons.

Speaking at the British Deaf Association’s BSL Conference, the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Tom Pursglove MP, has today [Friday 17 March] appointed 16 members to the new British Sign Language (BSL) Advisory Board, which will advise the Government on key issues impacting the Deaf community.

A criminal who went on the run for eight years over his role in a large-scale international drug trafficking plot has been jailed for 12 years.

Arctic Frontiers Abroad conference takes place in Aberdeen.

Precautionary and temporary measures introduced in January to improve the UK’s ability to detect potential new variants of Covid from China are being removed.

Statistics published today by the Office of Rail and Road show that for the four weeks between 5 February and 4 March, TransPennine Express’ cancellation score worsened from 7.2% to 23.8% when adjusted to include pre-cancellations due to a shortage of available train crew.

New funding to help maintain and strengthen Wales’ business, economic and research ties with European regions following the UK’s exit from the EU has been announced today by the Welsh Government.

Incentivising long-term investment.

Tens of thousands of Georgians took to the streets last week to protest the Georgian government’s attempts to pass a new law on what it termed ‘transparency in foreign influence’, more commonly referred to as a ‘foreign agents’ law and widely believed to be modelled on Russia’s repressive legislation.

As British Muslims enter the month of Ramadan, regulators issue advice on giving safely to registered charities.

A drugs boss who boasted he could make £30,000 a week and specialised in adulterating cocaine for organised crime groups across the country has been jailed for 19 years and six months.

Ofsted yesterday published a report with findings from a joint targeted area inspection of the multi-agency response to children and families who need help in Sunderland.

The UK Space Agency is backing research by Rolls-Royce into how nuclear power could be used to support a future Moon base for astronauts.

The Secretary of State welcomes the publication of national statistics covering the Scottish Labour Market for the three month period November 2022-January 2023

Blog posted by: Mohammed Feisal Ismail, Principal Consultant, Sapience Consulting, 16 March 2023.

Leaders of the Royal Air Force and the Koku-Jietai (Japan Air Self Defence Force) have signed Terms of Reference outlining future space cooperation.

In an event run by The United States Special Operations Command, participants can share their innovative ideas and gain insights from operational personnel.

A fund that helps to tackle inequality and discrimination has supported more than 115,000 people in its first year.

Domestic abusers who kill their partners or ex-partners will receive tougher sentences under government plans published today (17 March 2023).

Around 400,000 women across England will get better access to menopause support - saving hundreds of pounds and making treatment more accessible.

Our latest research shows that around nine in ten people have seen content online they suspected was a scam or a fraud. So, it’s important to think about how to protect yourself from potential risks.

Deal to combine healthcare tech and data specialists could lead to lower quality and more expensive software options for the NHS.

Funding for Comic Relief projects across Africa.

Slower driving speeds, increased levels of walking and cycling and minimal impact on journey times are among the key findings of a new report carried out in areas of Wales trialling the new default 20mph speed limit.

Speech given yesterday by Environment Minister Rebecca Pow MP opening the Forum for International Cooperation on Air Pollution in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The planned development of Australia’s own nuclear attack submarine could benefit Canberra, London and Washington – but it is not without substantial risks.

Homeless Link was part of a steering group for, and is supporting asks from, a newly released report from academics at the University of Kent and the University of Southampton.

NHS Employers' chief executive Danny Mortimer responds to the revised pay offer to health unions

Update: This press release has been updated to reflect the fact that Easylife Ltd were fined for breaching the GDPR, as opposed to the Data Protection Act 2018

The annual Women in Finance report published yesterday shows the finance sector is making great strides in increasing female representation in finance in senior management roles.

National Director for Transformation, Dr Tim Ferris, announced the publication of the Who Does What document at Digital Health Rewired this week, outlining how NHS England and Integrated Care Systems can best utilise digital technologies.  

2023/24 baseline profit rate, capital servicing rates and SSRO funding adjustment

Fishers and vessel owners in Wales will be able to apply to a £400,000 fund from 3 April to adapt to the rapidly changing market conditions for seafood products, Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced.

The Court of Appeal has quashed a prisoner’s conviction for failing to surender to custody and credited 100 days against his sentence following a referral made by the Criminal Cases Review Commission in September 2022.

On 15/03/23, the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the Government’s spending plans in the Spring Budget. 

Suffolk County Council needs to make improvements “as a priority” to the way it provides alternative education to children who can’t go to school, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman (LGSCO) has warned.

Around nine in ten online adults in the UK (87%) have come across content they suspected to be a scam or fraud, new research commissioned by Ofcom reveals.

Supporting North Wales businesses to build on their capabilities is key to success in international markets, North Wales Minister Lesley Griffiths has said.

After constructive talks with Health Unions, the government has put forward an offer for more than 1 million NHS staff to receive an additional pay rise

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology will play an essential role in helping deliver commitments made by the Chancellor in yesterday’s Budget.

The Budget sets out key measures to support households with energy bills and strengthen the UK's energy security.

National security concerns around TikTok for politicians and UK government employees are ‘significant’ - but individual teenagers’ data is probably safe , according to IT professionals.

The House of Commons Procedure Committee has today published its review of the illness and injury proxy voting pilot. This is the Committee’s Third Report of Session 2022–23.

The British Army will receive modern artillery platforms to replace those supplied to Ukraine, as part of an agreement struck with Sweden.

Social media app TikTok has been banned on government electronic devices, the Cabinet Office has announced today.

Millions of people will benefit from specific support to look for work, acquire new skills and progress into better-paid jobs.

Budget measures announced by the Chancellor are set to put powers and money in the hands of communities most in need.

The UK, Japan and Italy joined forces at DSEI Japan to showcase the new Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).

The refresh to the UK’s Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy was directed to ‘ensure the UK’s diplomatic, military and security architecture is keeping pace with evolving threat posed by hostile nations'.

A large-scale exercise has been taking place over 2 days, to test the response of the emergency services and government to a major terrorist incident.

Sir John Armitt, Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission, yesterday responded to the Spring Budget.

The MHRA’s UK Stem Cell Bank is one of only two places in the world to test this technology.

The First Minister will visit Paris to meet energy and industrial companies investing in Wales, during a three day visit to France.

On 15 March 2023 the Local Digital team in DLUHC published its “Cyber Assessment Framework for Local Government” report detailing insights from a pilot programme conducted with 10 local authorities to explore how the NCSC’s Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) could be used to identify and manage cyber risks across the sector.

Governments must resist pressure to relax post-financial crisis regulation, while central banks should moderate their attack on inflation if financial stability is at risk.

A £27 billion tax cut for business and a trio of freezes to help families with the cost-of-living headlined the Chancellor’s Spring Budget.

Blog posted by: Tony Richards – Product Manager, Government Digital Service and Sarah Crandall – Delivery Manager, Government Digital Service, 15 March 2023 – Categories: People and skills.

TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak yesterday commented on the budget

Almost one year since the Homes for Ukraine scheme opened, the Welsh Government has today announced how it will continue to support people fleeing the war and support those already in Wales to move into longer-term accommodation.

FSCS consumer research shows one in four are taking more risks with their money due to rising costs of living.

NHS National Medical Director, Professor Sir Stephen Powis, has commented on the NHS weekly winter operational update for the week ending 12 March 2023.

Scientist Abi Spear explains how connections are one of the most important aspects of her incredible work in regenerative medicine.

CBI yesterday responded to UK Budget.

Funding extended for sustainable conflict resolution in 25 countries.

New smart data provisions will help spur competition and innovation in the market, while empowering consumers and delivering better outcomes.

Announcing a review of the national policy statement for ports (14 March 2022).

The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt MP, yesterday presented his Spring Budget 2023 to the House of Commons.

Yesterday, Wednesday 15 March, the Government has published its response to Sir Patrick Vallance’s Pro-Innovation Regulation of Technologies Review.

DFM says Spring Budget falls short on vital lifelines.

The March 2023 Budget puts the UK back on the pitch when it comes to the global race for science and tech, however significant work is still needed on the detail and how to put these plans into action. 

The King joined members of the Sudanese community from across the United Kingdom, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the conflict in Darfur.

A revolution in childcare, a £27 billion tax cut for business and a trio of freezes to help families with the cost-of-living headlined the Chancellor’s Spring Budget yesterday, Wednesday 15 March.

Proposals have been unveiled to breathe new life into the water retail market after an in-depth review concluded it is still not delivering benefits for most business customers in England.

A fifth man has been arrested as part of a National Crime Agency investigation into a group alleged to have smuggled migrants from Belgium to the UK in boats.

The Chancellor’s Spring Budget has fallen well short of providing the support people need during the cost-of-living crisis, Finance Minister Rebecca Evans said yesterday.

The Duke of Edinburgh has become Patron of the Duke of Edinburgh’s award and the International Award.

Spring Budget 2023 speech as delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.

A £275,000 project to reduce flood risk in Chesterfield using innovative natural flood defences has completed