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The GeoPlace annual conference, which took place in May 2022, explored a wide range of society’s most relevant themes, examining the need for the precise location information that sits at the heart of public services.

The European Commission has approved a €5 billion French scheme to support energy intensive companies across sectors in the context of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

In this paper, techUK and members set out policy recommendations to set the UK back on the right track to be a world leader in open data.

Blog posted by: Pedro Bertacchini – Senior Project Manager, 01 July 2022.

National Crime Agency officers have assisted an operation in France which has seen more than a dozen arrests in connection with the deaths of 27 people attempting to cross the English Channel in a dinghy last November.

The second year of the Turing Scheme will see work or study placements in over 150 destinations across the world for students at school, college or university.

Online Centres Network are delighted to share that applications are now open for The Digital Inclusion Capability Grant. 

A Cambridgeshire man will spend longer in prison for rape and child sex offences.

On 15 June I published the findings from my Attendance Audit, my exploration across 10 local authorities of the experiences of children who are not attending school regularly or who are out of school altogether.

The Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee has put forward amendments to the Government’s proposed online safety legislation.

Following a dialogue with the European Commission and national consumer protection authorities, Amazon has committed to bringing its cancellation practices in line with EU consumer rules.

Strong multi-academy trusts to be found to help rapidly improve schools with consecutive Ofsted ratings below Good.

Blog posted by: Nava Ramanan, 30 June 2022 – Categories: digital strategy, Network services.

Package of measures will increase childcare support for parents, boost the number of childminders and drive take up of childcare offers, to address rising costs.

Thalidomide survivors will now receive lifetime funding from the Scottish Government.

Supported Housing Improvement Programme will help councils in worst-affected areas tackle bad quality and poor value for money in supported housing.

Reduced congestion especially at peak times with around a third of customers expected to use the additional entrance.

Statement given recently (01 July 2022) by President von der Leyen at the joint press conference with Prime Minister Fiala on the occasion of the College visit to the Czech Presidency.

Today, Ofsted published a report with findings from a joint inspection of multi-agency response to identification of initial need and risk in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Work starts on two new locations on multi-million-pound flood scheme.

As our first full cohort of students complete their studies, we’re proud and excited to be celebrating two years of T Levels.

FSA Chair, Professor Susan Jebb, expresses her condolences on the recent death of Professor Sir Colin Blakemore.

New planning laws, a statutory licensing scheme and proposals to change land transaction tax will be included in a package of measures to address second homes in Wales.

As we reach the half-way point of 2022, June continued the run of each month so far this year reporting above-average temperatures, as warm and dry conditions reigned for much of the month.

The cost cap valuation reports for all 20 public service pension schemes are now out. These schemes cover 8 major workforces.

Event will provide an opportunity for locals to find out about work to restore flood protection, the construction programme and its impact on the town.

The European Commission recently (01 July 2022) adopted a Decision enabling Member States to temporarily waive customs duties and VAT on the importation from third countries of food, blankets, tents, electric generators and other life-saving equipment destined for Ukrainians affected by the war.

The offender will spend longer in prison for rape which happened in the late 1970's and early 80's.

Ordnance Survey (OS) has supported the British Heart Foundation (BHF) in ensuring that the national database of defibrillators used by the UK’s ambulance services has access to complete and accurate address data including unique property reference numbers (UPRN) and additional attributes to identify a property and locate it on a map with precision.

New laws to protect disabled people in England, Scotland and Wales when travelling in taxis and PHVs.

Consultation on restricting junk food promotions.

The UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern have signed an agreement to extend the generous Youth Mobility Scheme and Working Holiday scheme.

The EU brings crypto-assets, crypto-assets issuers and crypto-asset service providers under a regulatory framework for the first time.

The plans for NATO outlined at the Madrid summit include some major changes to the Alliance’s posture.

Blog posted by: Joanne Meusz - Actuary, 29 June 2022 – Categories: Actuary, Climate change, Finance, Risk management.

Maximise your budget and ensure you get the services you need by following our top tips in medical waste disposal.

Virgin Orbit’s next satellite launch will take place from the UK, following the success of the “Straight Up” mission.

Government to consult local authorities on reforms that will ensure funding covering 2023/24 onwards is allocated fairly and based on current need.

Community Safety Minister Ash Regan has made a “substantial and credible offer” of support to Legal Aid practitioners.

As Children’s Commissioner I am dedicated to championing the voices of all children which is why I was delighted when 2,300 children and young people that self-identified as Gypsy, Roma, or Traveller (GRT) submitted responses to The Big Ask last year – the largest ever survey of children in England.

The Committee on Standards publishes its proposed Procedural Protocol – bringing together in a single document all the processes for how breaches of the MPs’ Code of Conduct are dealt with.

The Council and the European Parliament recently (30 June 2022) reached a provisional political agreement on the regulation on foreign subsidies distorting the internal market.

The major improvement unlocks a 5km Cycleway from Kew Bridge to Hammersmith with links to key destinations across west London.

Prime Minister agrees major Research, Science and Innovation Arrangement with New Zealand.

The UK Infrastructure Bank was launched quickly but it is not yet fully operational. 

Blog posted by: Liam O'Brien and Samantha Dickinson, 01 July 2022 – Categories: Continuous improvement, User research.

New group to oversee next steps in tackling the crisis.

The European Commission has opened an in-depth investigation to assess whether public support that Czechia plans to grant for the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Dukovany is in line with EU State aid rules.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson recently (01 July 2022) hosted the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, to discuss how the two countries could approach shared global challenges together.

The FSA recently (30 June 2022) updated its public list of CBD products that can be marketed in England and Wales.

Established project experts shared their knowledge with people embarking on careers in the legal sector at an Emerging Professional Network event held by Association for Project Management (APM).

Joint military burial sees one Canadian, one German and five British soldiers laid to rest in Ypres.

Up to 3,000 primary schools across rural England will get lightning-fast gigabit broadband.

Free activities, childcare and food to help with cost of living.

The Council recently (30 June 2022) requested the European Parliament’s consent on a decision to add the violation of restrictive measures to the list of ‘EU crimes’ included in the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU.

The NHS has saved taxpayers £1.2 billion in just three years, while securing cutting-edge treatments for patients, by using its buying power to negotiate better prices for hundreds of hospital medicines.

A former Leicestershire Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) would have been dismissed, had he not resigned, after gross misconduct was found proven following an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) investigation.

Companies who form part of the UK’s wider net zero ecosystem contribute £60bn a year to the economy and support 766,000 jobs – yet outdated official sector classifications risk hampering decarbonisation efforts by failing to provide the insight that’s needed.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is appealing for witnesses to come forward as it investigates an allegation of excessive use of force by Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers while arresting two youths at Abbey Wood.

Ofqual seeks views on its detailed proposals for regulating a range of academic and technical level 3 qualifications. 

Press remarks given yesterday by Executive Vice-President Vestager for the political agreement on the Foreign Subsidies Regulation.

Following a new package published by regulators last year on operation resilience and outsourcing, HM Treasury published its proposal for mitigating risks from critical third parties to the finance sector.

Launched early 2022, the Association for Project Management (APM) Mentoring Programme has successfully reached over 200 mentors and established over 100 mentor/mentee partnerships, sharing information and expertise across the project profession.

Dedicated mental health staff to help children and young people in GP practices, and blood pressure checks in betting shops, are among initiatives devised and delivered by new integrated care systems that come fully into force today.

Nurses, occupational  therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists can now certify and issue fit notes in addition to doctors.

The Welsh Government, through Event Wales, is supporting a summer of exciting cultural and sporting events across the nation, set against iconic Welsh landscapes.

From 1 July 2022, all health and social care providers registered with CQC must ensure that their staff receive training in how to interact appropriately with people who have a learning disability and autistic people, at a level appropriate to their role.

The leaders will discuss shared geo-political challenges and are expected to agree new measures to boost the close UK-New Zealand alliance.

International Trade Committee statement given yesterday on Secretary of State session cancellation.

Speech given yesterday by EVP Timmermans at The Cycling Summit 2022.

Speech given yesterday by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury at TheCityUK's Annual Conference.

Major long-term study monitoring COVID-19 in the general population to remain in place across all UK nations with new flexible approach for participants.

Speech given recently (29 June 2022) by the Housing Minister, the Rt Hon Stuart Andrew MP, at the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) 2022 conference.

Deputy First Minister John Swinney will take on responsibility for the Finance and Economy portfolio when Cabinet Secretary Kate Forbes starts her maternity leave next month.

Health and care systems and providers across the UK, can now take advantage of the first primary care national blueprint, written by the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership’s Digital First Primary Care team and based on work involving the Innovation Agency.

The Office of Rail and Road (ORR) has announced plans to modernise and simplify its Investment Framework.

20 years ago, the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) entered into force.

On the 25th anniversary of the UK’s handover of Hong Kong to China, it’s worth reflecting how consecutive UK governments failed the people of the territory, and failed to hold Beijing to account for its violations of treat commitments.

22 projects tackling poaching and illegal wildlife trade awarded over £7 million under Round 8 of Illegal Wildlife Trade Challenge Fund (IWTCF).

Following an announcement by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) that the Government is to launch a review of the impact which Airbnb holiday lets have on residents and the UK housing market, the NRLA has provided its view on this move to consult stakeholders.

FSCS Chief Executive Caroline Rainbird talks about the balance we need to strike to support all our varied stakeholders and the importance of reducing consumer harm.

The Deputy Minister for Climate Change, Lee Waters has today (Friday, July 1) announced a new chair and board for the Centre for Digital Public Services.

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) announces £20 million for more than 25 projects to develop products and services that meet the needs of us all as we age.

NATO’s new Strategic Concept refers to China for the first time, and four Asia-Pacific countries are taking part in its summit as the region’s importance grows.

The Justice and Home Affairs Committee yesterday published a letter to Home Office Minister, Kevin Foster MP, stressing the need for the Government to begin immediately a review of the Life in the UK Test.

The Council yesterday adopted an assistance measure under the European Peace Facility worth €40 million for the benefit of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Moldova.

Blog posted by: Nick Thomas, Trainer/Consultant at Route to Knowledge and M_o_R reviewer, 28 June 2022.

Traffic on England’s roads appeared to reduce by over a fifth during Storm Eunice, as drivers appeared to heed the advice of the Met Office, National Highways, the RAC and emergency responders to take precautions to stay safe during the strongest storm to impact England and Wales since February 2014.

Nadhim Zahawi yesterday spoke to delegates about his vision for an excellent, inclusive education for every child.

Ofqual is inviting organisations to run the National Reference Test from 2025.

The Contingent Liability Central Capability set up in partnership with GAD, has published its first progress report.

Opening Remarks given yesterday by Commissioner Stella Kyriakides at the Presentation of the Sustainable Use of Pesticides Regulation, at the European Parliament Committee on Environment, Public Health and Food Safety.

Canada’s response to financial crime lags behind global peers. The planned financial crime agency is only part of the solution.

A former Northamptonshire Police officer has been sentenced to seven months in prison for misconduct in public office, following an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) directed investigation.

Why teaching RSE well is so important (30 June 2022).

The Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's speech given recently (28 June 2022) at the RUSI Land Warfare Conference 2022.

Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan yesterday announced major plans to lift around 100 trade barriers in speech to British Chambers of Commerce.

An updated road map to improve the delivery of robust community justice across Scotland has been published.

The European Commission has made commitments offered by Insurance Ireland, an association of Irish insurers, legally binding under EU antitrust rules.

The usual resident population in Wales was 3,107,500 on Census Day, 21 March 2021.

Announces over £1 billion in investment to deploy the European train control system on a mixed-use mainline in the UK rail network for the first time.

A man from Wolverhampton has agreed to pay the National Crime Agency £110,000 following a Civil Recovery and Tax investigation into his property dealings.

Procurement Essentials is a series of articles to help you overcome common hurdles, understand key concepts, and make your life as a buyer of everyday goods and services easier

Legal aid fees for lawyers conducting CCRC work should increase by 15% as ‘a bare minimum’, according to the views of a stakeholder forum consulted by the CCRC.

There are ‘systemic deficiencies’ in the way some police forces in England and Wales deal with allegations of domestic abuse against their own officers and staff, an investigation has found.

Address of President von der Leyen to the Ukrainian Parliament following the European Council decision granting Ukraine candidate status.

The sports sector is being invited to mark Plastic Free July (1 to 31 July) with a ‘kick plastic out of sport’ social media campaign.

New analysis of health behaviours and conditions across ethnic groups in England has been published by NHS Digital

Homeless Link is pleased to launch a new report in partnership with NACCOM – The No Accommodation Network: Unlocking the door: A roadmap for supporting non-UK nationals facing homelessness in England.

The Children’s Commissioner’s Help at Hand service offers advice and assistance to children in care, children working with social services, children living away from home, and care leavers.

Seven in 10 councillors reported experiencing abuse and intimidation within the last 12 months, with 1 in 10 experiencing abuse frequently, a new Local Government Association (LGA) Councillor Census revealed yesterday.  

An online sales tax would help commercial landlords at the expense of consumers

The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into The Captain Tom Foundation, after identifying concerns about the charity’s management, including about the charity’s independence from the family of the late Captain Sir Tom Moore and businesses connected to them.

£65 million of funding for military aid.

The Welsh Government is investing £8.5 million in building significant new industrial space in Blaenau Gwent aimed at attracting leading businesses to the area, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has announced.

Members are increasingly concerned that colleagues in social care can't meet need due to workforce challenges - we've written to the Prime Minister.

Joint statement by UK, France and Germany ahead of the Security Council meeting on the implementation of resolution 2231

The Prime Minister's press conference remarks at the NATO Summit in Madrid.

Our campaign is teaming up with ukactivce and CIMSPA to understand and tackle women’s safety concerns in leisure environments

Statements from APCC Leads on the police super-complaint: forces response to police perpetrated domestic abuse report.

Criminal barristers will receive a 15 percent fee rise from the end of September, the government has confirmed today (30 June 2022).

Funding to support national team in the Rugby World Cup.

Mr Mohammed Kabir has agreed to orders to resolve proceedings brought by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) relating to an unauthorised deposit taking scheme operated by Bright Managment Solution Limited [sic] (Bright Management) which has avoided a trial that was due to start in June 2022.

A proposal to introduce a compulsory scheme to eradicate Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) in Wales has gone out to consultation today [Thursday, 30 June]

Farmers across England can now apply to the Sustainable Farming Incentive.

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has today set out a revised approach to working more effectively with public authorities.

Government confirms interim compensation package for postmasters who played a crucial role in exposing the Post Office Horizon scandal.

Ofwat’s Chair, Jonson Cox, commented on this morning’s news that Thames Water’s shareholders have agreed to invest an additional £500m of equity into the business, with the prospect of a further £1bn of equity to follow subject to performance milestones :

Health Secretary to promote UK’s leading role in bolstering global health security and tackling antimicrobial resistance at Indian Global Forum

More families benefiting from childcare savings.

New TUC poll reveals widespread lack of support for LGBT people at work

A Suffolk girl did not receive vital Occupational Therapy for nearly two years because of council confusion, the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has found.

Tax credits customers have until 31 July to renew their claims.

Funding for clinical research to speed up research and increase cutting-edge treatments for patients

UK military specialists will be sent to Bosnia and Herzegovina to reinforce the NATO Mission and promote stability and security in the country.

Victims, members of the public and the media will be able to ask for a parole hearing to be heard in public for the first time, following law changes being made today (30 June 2022).

Independent report into funding for tax and welfare devolution.

What government is doing to support the aviation industry and give holidaymakers certainty ahead of the first summer free of travel restrictions.

International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan announces major plans to lift around 100 priority barriers in speech to British Chambers of Commerce.

Next phase of UK military support will enhance and sustain Ukraine’s resistance to the Russian invasion

The Environment Secretary will announce funding to improve the efficiency and sustainability of farm-based protein production.

The International Trade Committee calls on the Government to delay the ratification of the UK’s trade deal with Australia to enable additional scrutiny of the agreement.

Revamp ahead of scheme’s milestone.

Half a million people have been supported into work in less than 6 months thanks to “Way to Work”, a government drive to get jobseekers into vacancies.

The Prime Minister met Turkish President Erdoğan at the NATO Summit in Madrid yesterday.

Night Tube services will return to the Northern line this weekend, on the evening of Saturday 2 July 

Tom Thackray, CBI Decarbonisation Director responds to the CCC's UK Annual Net Zero report

Report details investment and actions in key areas.

Nearly 200,000 safety permits have been issued to date and more than 112,000 heavy goods vehicles have been fitted with safety measures to protect people walking and cycling

Large and small employers across the public and private sector recognised for their vital contribution to apprenticeships

Prime Minister Boris Johnson met Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson and Finnish President Sauli Niinistö at the NATO Summit in Madrid yesterday.

More victims of rape and sexual violence will be spared the stress of being cross-examined in court under a scheme rolled out to a further 10 Crown Courts yesterday (29 June 2022).

New laws will ensure safety for people across Scotland.

Contribution of fighter aircraft, land forces, and maritime vessels to New Force Model will protect people across the Alliance against future threats.

Will look at how government supports growth of trust sector, helping trusts improve schools

Georgia’s resistance to Russian cyber attacks will be strengthened thanks to additional security support announced by the Prime Minister at the NATO Summit.

Citizens Advice has responded to the government's telecoms announcement.

Lindy Cameron's speech at Tel Aviv Cyber Week emphasised the importance of partnerships and international regulation of sophisticated cyber capabilities.

Lots of people are concerned about rising living costs and are looking at ways they might be able to save money on the services they use every day. This includes phone, broadband and pay-TV services.

Seven new members have been appointed to the National Infrastructure Commission for Wales by Deputy Minister for Climate Change Lee Waters.

Part of commitment to appoint 800 family doctors.

As the statutory consumer watchdog for the energy market, Citizens Advice responds to Ofgem’s draft plans for the next electricity distribution price control (known as RIIO-ED2).

A pioneering programme of work, applying a Social Value approach to build ‘Value-Based Public Health’ has been launched by Public Health Wales, to help ensure effective and economic delivery of future public health programmes in Wales. 

Ofgem has today set out a landmark five-year vision to transform local energy grids to support the transition to a cleaner, affordable, home-grown low-carbon energy system, as part of its draft plans for the next electricity distribution price control (known as RIIO-ED2). 

The Tertiary Education and Research (TER) Bill will set out our vision for the future of post 16 education into law and creates a new national steward for post-16 education to expand lifelong learning, focus on learner welfare, and support our colleges and universities.

An experimental statistics publication for Scotland.

The number of children in England approaching councils for special needs support has increased by almost a quarter in a year, latest figures reveal, with 170 young people now starting support plans each day.

Reduce the Cabinet Office headcount and simplify its structure to ensure greater efficiency says think tank

Secondary entrance provides easier access to and from the northbound services

The bus industry in Wales is set to receive a support package worth £48 million to help them recover from the impact of the pandemic and deal with emerging financial challenges, the Welsh Government has announced today.

Released yesterday (28/06/22) the CHAIN annual bulletin for 2021-22

Dr Layla McCay responds to the publication of the Plan for Digital Health and Social Care.

2022 has seen low-income families going without essentials, building up arrears and taking on debt just to get by

Announced earlier this year by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care at the HSJ Digital Transformation Summit, the Government has now published the Digital Health and Care Plan. This follows the publication of Data Saves Lives: Reshaping Health and Social Care with Data.

TfL is celebrating Pride across the network, including on the Elizabeth line for the first time

During a busy time in the golfing season, Asbri Golf is celebrating further business success with made in Wales golfing products being sold to new markets globally, thanks to export support from the Welsh Government.

Between 2005 and 2020, the United Nations verified over 266,000 grave violations against children committed by parties to conflict in more than 30 conflict situations across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, UNICEF said yesterday in a new report.

The Government has announced a raft of new laws which came into effect yesterday, Tuesday 28 June, in a bid to better protect the public and make our streets safer. 

Today, Homeless Link is pleased to launch a new report in partnership with NACCOM – The No Accommodation Network: Unlocking the door: A roadmap for supporting non-UK nationals facing homelessness in England.

CHILD MARRIAGE ON THE RISE IN HORN OF AFRICA AS DROUGHT CRISIS INTENSIFIES – UNICEF

The Government has announced a £150 million investment to ensure better mental health support for people in crisis, including £7 million for specialised mental health ambulances.

The UK’s Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work Chloe Smith has called on more Welsh sporting clubs and organisations to include disabled people in their activities.

New funding for a more reliable and sustainable rail network.

The Prime Minister, Defence Secretary and Secretary of State for Scotland lead the nation with messages of thanks to service personnel.

People across the country will benefit from faster, more personalised healthcare, following a digital revolution to make the health and social care system fit for the 21st century.

Anyone caught piloting a boat carrying migrants in the Channel could face life behind bars from yesterday, as part of the biggest overhaul of the asylum system in decades.

The Road Safety Investigation Branch (RSIB) will make independent safety recommendations and shape future road safety policy.

The Environment Agency and Newcastle City Council have launched a pilot to give residents and visitors to Newcastle the chance to boost their flood resilience

Almost all councils (98 per cent) responding to a Local Government Association survey on the Government’s adult social care reform agenda say they do not have confidence that the funding earmarked for the reforms is sufficient.

A review into the effect of short-term holiday lets will seek to improve the holiday letting market for those living in popular tourism destinations

Consultations on the proposed acquisition of Meggitt plc, a UK aerospace company, by Parker-Hannifin was launched yesterday.

Allies will discuss future of NATO at Madrid Summit, as the Alliance seeks to agree a plan for a new decade of growing threats and great power competition.

A total of 95% of medical trainee posts for 2023 have been filled – the highest percentage at this stage in the recruitment process in the last five years.

The LGA has long argued that blameless leaseholders should not have to pay for fire safety defects resulting from 20 years of regulatory failure and industry malpractice.