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Citizens Advice responds to the announcement of a consultation on the regulation of Buy Now Pay Later.

The Chief of Defence Staff has visited DMS Whittington, in Staffordshire, to officially open the new head office of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO).

Speech given recently (19 October 2021) by Vice-President Šefčovič at the Parliament on the 2022 Commission Work Programme.

A report by Plum Consulting, commissioned by the UK SPF, makes several recommendations to government including giving Ofcom environmental impact responsibilities.

Blog posted by: Mark Rowland, 20 Oct 2021.

The Northern Ireland Public Accounts Committee has today published its Report on Speeding up the Justice System that examined structural issues within the justice system that contributes to a poor service in respect of Crown Court cases, and results in significant financial waste.

Prime Minister seals free trade deal with New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern.

Toxic mix of low pay, excessive workloads and a lack of recognition pushing public sector key workers to the brink, warns TUC.

Blog posted by: Amy Tsang, Senior Engagement and Strategic Adoption Manager, Department for International Trade, 20 October 2021 – Categories: A great place to work, A Modern Civil Service, A Skilled Civil Service, Uncategorized.

Ahead of the Government’s Spending Review and less than a fortnight before world leaders will gather for COP26, WWF is urging the Chancellor to ensure that the UK delivers on its climate promises by applying a Net Zero Test to ensure spending and taxation decisions help protect the planet and create jobs, instead of contributing to dangerous climate change. This must build on the Net Zero Strategy from government to make sure spending is aligned with its plan to reduce emissions. 

A second round of guides to help financial firms manage climate-related financial risk has been published by the Climate Financial Risk Forum (CFRF).

This report sets out proposals for virtual participation in Grand Committee, pass-reader voting for Divisions and Leave of Absence.

This weekend, the Conference Plenary will discuss reports from the European Citizens' Panels, national panels and events, the EYE and the Platform.

Loans up to £1.6m available. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to commercialise your defence solution.

A quarter (24 per cent) of key workers in the public sector in the South West are “actively considering” quitting and changing profession, according to new TUC polling published today.

Blog posted by: Chris Richardson, 20 October 2021 – Categories: a great place to work, Delivery Manager, Our services.

Ten spectacular creative projects will demonstrate the nation’s talent in science, technology, engineering, arts and maths.

This paper highlights the evidence in support of Safer Drug Consumption Facilities.

For the first time Black, Asian and minority ethnic Londoners are as likely to have cycled in the last 12 months as white Londoners.

Cllr James Jamieson, Chairman of the Local Government Association, responded to the COVID-19 update by Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid 

Sgt Peter Twiddy is buried in Tirana, Albania.

The Council recently (19 October 2021) adopted conclusions inviting the EU and member states to further develop the EU cybersecurity crisis management framework, including by exploring the potential of a joint cyber unit.

While there are political attractions to expanding the Five Eyes in the face of China’s increasing assertiveness, the risks involved mean it is more likely that intelligence ties will be enhanced outside the framework of the alliance.

Ministers respond to recommendations from original Commission, making commitments on animal welfare and tackling antimicrobial resistance in trade agreements.

Regional Winners from the National Apprenticeship Awards 2021 have been announced, celebrating employers, apprentices and champions from a wide range of industries and occupations

The head of the NHS has urged young people to take the best decision they’ll ever make and begin a career in the NHS.

The UK's Ambassador to the WTO and UN in Geneva, Simon Manley, yesterday delivered this statement at the WTO Trade Policy Review of China on 20 October 2021.

The Welsh Government has responded to the latest NHS Performance data published today (21 October).

Matthew Taylor responds to the Secretary of State’s comments at the latest Downing Street press conference.

Blog posted by: Richard Walker – Product Manager, GDS, 19 October 2021 – Categories: GOV.UK, Identity Assurance, Service design, User research.

A large-scale study of households on low incomes has revealed the extent of the debt crisis hanging over the UK’s poorest families as the country braces to weather a cost-of-living crisis.

CBI recently (19 October 2021) responded to UK Government's Global Investment Summit.

The European Commission recently (19 October 2021) adopted its 2021 Enlargement Package, providing a detailed assessment of the state of play and the progress made by the Western Balkans and Turkey on their respective paths towards the European Union, with a particular focus on implementing fundamental reforms, as well as clear guidance on the reform priorities ahead.

Revised deadlines for the development consent order applications for the M25 junction 10 / A3 Wisley Interchange and M54 to M6 link road.

British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) meets Ministry of Defence Police teams in and around the naval base in Plymouth.

A senior member of civilian staff at British Transport Police (BTP) has been dismissed without notice for gross misconduct following an investigation into recruitment process irregularities by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).

Earlier this morning, the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), supported by Surrey Police, arrested a suspect in connection with an ongoing investigation into the activities of the Raedex Consortium.

CIPD releases new in-depth report on addressing skills and labour shortages post-Brexit

The European Commission recently (19 October 2021) adopted a Communication that takes stock of the changed circumstances for economic governance in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis and relaunches the public debate on the review of the EU's economic governance framework. 

Julian Jessop, Economics Fellow at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, commented on the figures, published today by the Office for National Statistics 

China’s incursions are steadily eroding Taiwan’s position in the air and sea around the island.

Blog posted by: Simon Baugh, Chief Executive of Government Communication Service, 19 October 2021.

The Iran fuel shipment to Lebanon was significant not because of its size but because of what it signals about regional conflict.

TUC General Secretary Frances O’Grady yesterday commented on the (Wednesday) inflation figures, which show CPI inflation at 3.1% in September – and expected by Bank of England to rise above 4% this winter.

The new antivirals could be rolled out through a clinical study from winter.

Users and businesses should download green tick updates.

A new article by APM Fellow Bent Flyvbjerg is raising awareness of what good project management is among business leaders, following its publication in the Harvard Business Review (HBR).

In its role as the consumer watchdog for the energy market, Citizens Advice comments on the government’s Heat and Buildings Strategy published on Tuesday.

CBI’s response given recently (19 October 2021) to the Government's Net Zero Strategy & Review.

Microschools vital to help disadvantaged pupils catch-up on lost education

The Commission recently (19 October 2021) adopted its 2022 Work Programme, setting out the next steps in its bold and transformative agenda towards a post-COVID-19 Europe that is greener, fairer, more digital and more resilient.

Darren Jones, Chair of the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee recently commented on the publication of the Government’s Net Zero Strategy and the Heat and Buildings Strategy.

Secretary of State for International Trade, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, yesterday welcomed overseas investors and delegates to the Global Investment Summit in London.

Yesterday marked the launch of a new report, authored by leading think tank Localis and sponsored by the NRLA, entitled ‘Lagging Behind: energy efficiency in low-viability properties’.

Oral statement given yesterday from the Home Secretary to Parliament on MP security.

Today Creative Wales and Collective Cymru announces the making of GALWAD for UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK, 2022.

Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board, responded to a Health Foundation report about the lasting impact of the pandemic on those asked to shield, including significant unmet health need and worsening mental health among this group 

Councils lack the powers and resources they need to meet net-zero targets or adapt to the effects of climate change, says a new report urging the Government to devolve climate powers to local areas.

The UK Government is committing £220M to the conceptual design of a fusion power station – the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP).

Improving safety on London's roads is a vital part of TfL's Vision Zero commitment to eliminating death and serious injury on the transport network

Second Royal Navy aircraft carrier hosts summit with UK allies to discuss technology, cyber, climate change and the Indo-Pacific.

Confirmed finding of the tree pathogen Phytophthora pluvialis, following routine Forestry Commission plant health surveillance activities.

The Environment Agency has purchased a thermal imaging camera for use in fisheries enforcement patrols across Devon and Cornwall.

Government must introduce measures, such as mandatory face coverings in crowded and enclosed spaces, without delay say health leaders.

Julian Jessop, Economics Fellow at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, responded to ONS consumer price inflation figures for September 2021 

Consultation on new approach to prevent food insecurity.

Innovative smart energy technology provider Thermify is to establish a facility in South Wales, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething has announced.

Over five tonnes of cocaine with an estimated street value of 200 million euros – the largest ever seizure in Europe in recent years – has been recovered from a sailing vessel in the Atlantic

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

The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Pioneering businesses will benefit from an ambitious programme to enhance cross-border innovation, boost entrepreneurship and make regulation fit for the future.

Government has published several linked reports detailing its pathway to net zero carbon emissions. 

Donna Jones, one of two Victims’ Leads at the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners, has told a panel of MPs the Crown Prosecution Service should be less risk-averse when considering charging suspects of Rape And Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO).

New statutory guidance will tighten up existing laws on gun ownership and mean that medical information must be provided in order to obtain a licence.

Programme published for two-week COP26 Glasgow summit

In response to the publication today of a new government amendment to the Health and Care Bill, which sets out new powers for CQC to have oversight of Integrated Care Systems (ICSs), Dr Rosie Benneyworth, Chief Inspector of Primary Medical Services and Integrated Care, said: "This amendment supports health and care systems to be held accountable and encourages the shift towards more integrated services and improved outcomes for people.

High rate of regulatory performance in England is helping fight climate change impacts, but more must be done to secure a healthy environment, says EA report

£9 million to enhance health workforce.

An action plan to eradicate period poverty and ensure period dignity for all in Wales has been announced today by the Welsh Government.

Action Fraud is warning the public to remain vigilant when making investments, as criminals cheat hundreds of millions of pounds out of victims through cryptocurrency fraud.

Almost 45 million people have been on the receiving end of potential scam texts or calls in the last three months, new Ofcom research reveals.

NICE has today (20 October 2021) announced the next steps for publication of its updated guideline on the diagnosis and management of myalgic encephalomyelitis (or encephalopathy)/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)

Ambitious plan aims to create 20,000 jobs.  

“Delivering the £1 billion Welsh Metro project will be one of the most ambitious and complex programmes we’ve ever undertaken.”

Facebook has been fined £50.5 million for breaching an order imposed by the CMA during its investigation into Facebook’s purchase of Giphy.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss the UK’s electric vehicle revolution.

£17.5 million allocated to the first round of funds to support agri-tech innovation

FCA survey finds three quarters of younger high-risk investors say they feel competitive when investing in high-risk products. This comes as the FCA launches its new InvestSmart campaign aimed at helping consumers to make better informed investment decisions.

Today, Ofsted has published its 13th annual report on the effectiveness of care and welfare arrangements for recruits, trainees and officer cadets in Armed Forces initial training.

The Commission responds to new government strategies for achieving net zero.

New bypass to ease transport of goods between the M1 and Midlands, and support development of new homes and jobs.

techUK is working with the Government to map and understand the impacts of supply chain issues on our members as well as the wider tech sector.

The Financial Conduct Authority has fined Credit Suisse over £147 million for serious financial crime due diligence failings related to loans worth over $1.3 billion, which the bank arranged for the Republic of Mozambique. These loans, and a bond exchange, were tainted by corruption. Credit Suisse has also agreed with the FCA to forgive US$200 million of debt owed by the Republic of Mozambique as a result of these tainted loans.

The Sentencing Council has published a consultation on revised sentencing guidelines for four terrorism offences in England and Wales following changes brought in by the Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Act 2021.

The Net Zero Strategy sets out how the UK will deliver on its commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

The majority (75%) of respondents in the latest national survey of hospital inpatients published by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) yesterday (Tuesday 19 October) rated their overall experience as eight or higher out of ten - with more than a third of people rating it ten out of ten.

The strategic partnership with the Breakthrough Energy Catalyst will mobilise £200 million of private sector funding over 10 years.

As Serbia faces numerous challenges in its foreign policy, it is re-engaging with old Cold War partners in the Non-Aligned Movement.

Blog posted by: Karen Elson, 19 Oct 2021.

This week we’re celebrating Get Online Week by sharing tips to help people become part of the digital world.

The government is carrying out research to understand how Artificial Intelligence (AI) R&D is commercialised and brought to market.

Existing COVID-19 safety mitigations in schools are to remain for now, following advice from senior clinicians.

Integrated artificial intelligence technologies to support the armed forces are being developed as part of an international partnership agreement.

The CMA yesterday announced its intention to launch a market study into music streaming.

A new report published by Public Health Wales highlights how the combined influences of Brexit, Coronavirus and climate change will potentially impact all of us through the food that we are able to buy.

The Welsh Government yesterday launched a new campaign to inspire 16 to 24 year olds to feel confident in and motivated by their future prospects.

Speech given by President von der Leyen at the European Parliament Plenary on the rule of law crisis in Poland and the primacy of EU law.

New digital twins project looks at language barriers – techUK, AMRC, IET, CDBB, CLC, Alan Turing Institute.

Blog posted by: Dicle Kortantamer, 18 Oct 2021.

The Venice Commission has found that proposals in the Health and Care Bill could undermine public trust in the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO), and must be revised.

The CMA will clear S&P’s merger with IHS Markit if competition concerns in certain commodity price assessments are addressed.

CBI yesterday responded to UK Government’s Heat & Buildings Strategy.

The CMA yesterday launched court action against Teletext Holidays over inadequate progress on refunds to package holiday customers.

The Council reiterates its unequivocal commitment to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s EU perspective as a single, united and sovereign country. 

Certain large businesses will need to set out their green credentials to potential investors under new world-leading reporting rules outlined yesterday by the Chancellor.

GOTO Energy Limited yesterday announced they are ceasing to trade. GOTO Energy (UK) Limited supplies gas and electricity to around 22,000 domestic customers.

At least 30,000 new jobs will be created around the UK thanks to £9.7 billion of new foreign investment.

This report brings together the different sources of evidence and data about the Covid epidemic to summarise the current situation, why we are at that place, and what is likely to happen next.

AQ Khan’s legacy may not be in the nuclear kit he sold, but rather in how he sold it. His departure is a reminder of the limited progress made in countering proliferation networks.

Blog posted by: Angela MacDonald, HMRC Deputy CEO and Second Permanent Secretary, 19 October 2021 – Categories: A great place to work, A Modern Civil Service, Better policymaking.

We have launched a campaign to encourage pregnant women to get the Coronavirus vaccine.

Regular notice that consumers could be in line for compensation.

Professor Laura McAllister and Dr Rowan Williams will be co-chairs of an independent Constitutional Commission to consider Wales’ future.

Poland is not the only EU member state challenging the supremacy of European law, as historic change is happening in how European integration functions.

The Commission yesterday adopted a report on the EU Digital COVID Certificate  and its implementation across the EU.

Blog posted by: Julie Hendry – Agile Delivery Experience Director, Cognizant Microsoft Business Group & Tim Basford, Project Manager, Cognizant Microsoft Business Group, 18 October 2021.

Ensuring that street works are safe, compliant with the rules and well-managed is essential to keeping London moving.

Sir James Bevan sets out hopes of keeping the 1.5°C target alive at COP26, but warns whatever is agreed the damage from climate change will be felt for decades.

​Major international project will solve the most fundamental questions in nuclear physics.

Ofgem has appointed Shell Energy Retail Limited to take on supplying Pure Planet Limited, Daligas Limited and Colorado Energy Limited’s combined total of approximately 252,000 domestic customers and 600 non-domestic customers. This follows a competitive process run by Ofgem to get the best deal possible for customers.

Research by the Consumer Council for Water (CCW) shows that 41% of people living in parts of England where water resources are under the most pressure think that water is plentiful where they live.

Professor Jean Jenkins, Professor of Employment Relations at Cardiff Business School, has been appointed to lead an independent commission into the future of employment rights and devolution in Wales.

The Coronavirus vaccine certification scheme became subject to enforcement as of yesterday meaning higher risk venues and events affected must verify customers are fully vaccinated, or otherwise exempt, before entry.

Over 1,000 homes a day could be retrofitted with low-carbon efficiency measures by councils by 2030 - reducing energy bills by nearly £700 million – with the right investment and support, a revolutionary new plan unveiled by the Local Government Association sets out today.

The third annual report of the UK’s ‘supervisor of supervisors’ raises questions about the need for more fundamental reforms of the UK’s AML supervision regime.

The Commission yesterday launched an online consultation platform on the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC), allowing stakeholders to share their views and provide common proposals on the work ahead.

On 20 September the Office of Government Science released its review of the UK’s large-scale computing ecosystem (LSC).

Plans to incentivise people to install low-carbon heating systems in a simple, fair and cheap way as they replace their old boilers over the coming decade.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson met with the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and the Deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland.

The Chancellor made a speech at the Global Investment Summit today (18 October 2021).

YPO, one of the UK’s largest public sector buying organisations, has acquired a three-year lease of a 67,000 sq ft distribution centre in Wakefield. 

Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Local Government Association’s Community Wellbeing Board, responded to an IPPR report on how there could be a three-year boost to healthy life expectancy in England if the ‘disease of disparity’ is overcome 

The Council today renewed the existing restrictive measures against ISIL/Da'esh and Al-Qaeda and persons, groups, undertakings and entities associated with them, prolonging the duration of the sanctions regime for a further 12 months until 31 October 2022.

Health inequalities are wide and widening in England.

CBI’s response given yesterday to Government's greening finance report.

Charles Randell has asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer to commence the process to appoint his successor as Chair of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Payment Systems Regulator (PSR). Charles plans to step down in Spring 2022.

A major new initiative to share insight from Britain’s largest construction project with the wider UK infrastructure industry will see the publication of lessons learnt, good practice and innovation from across the project.

Changes made to international travel rules during October 2021.

Opportunities to meet world leaders and climate activists.

Andy Mayer, Chief Operating Officer at free market think tank the Institute of Economic Affairs, commented on reports that Chancellor Rishi Sunak is considering cutting VAT on energy bills 

Statement given yesterday by President von der Leyen on vaccine exports.

The Charity Commission is warning charity leaders to protect their organisations against fraud and cybercrime, after new figures show charities reported almost £8.6 million of lost funds in the last financial year.

Nicola Hudson, NCSC Director Policy and Communications, appeared on BBC's Rip-Off Britain to talk about tackling scams and what can be done to take them down.

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is pleased to announce the finalists for its Celebrating Impact Prize 2021.

A former West Midlands Police officer has been sentenced after admitting engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a vulnerable woman he met during the course of his duties.

The Welsh Government will pursue a progressive economic policy that focusses on better jobs, narrowing the skills divide and tackling poverty, Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething, said yesterday.

Statement given following Vice-President Šefčovič's meeting with Lord Frost on Friday 15 October.

Blog posted by: Atos, 15 October 2021.

Blog posted by: Olivia Wood, 14 Oct 2021.

The decommissioning of Oceanic Pintail has “set the standard for others to follow” after 100% of the 3,865-tonne specialist nuclear vessel was recycled.

The CBI, along with 40 trade associations spanning the UK economy, have issued a joint statement outlining how action by the Chancellor at the Budget to reform the current business rates system could unleash a wave of business investment across key government priorities, including net zero and levelling up.

Examining the trade relationship between the UK and the Latin America region, with a particular focus on agriculture, financial services, and trade pacts.

October is Black History Month in the United Kingdom. To mark this occasion, Association for Project Management (APM), spoke with members and professionals from the black community to hear their opinion on the current issues, opportunities, challenges and successes within the project profession.

The Council recently (15 October 2021) adopted a decision launching the European Union Military Training Mission in Mozambique (EUTM Mozambique).

Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) recently (15 October 2021) published a review with findings from a joint inspection of multi-agency arrangements for responding to child exploitation in Neath Port Talbot.

You may have noticed solar flares, sun spots and coronal mass ejections have been in the news this week, following a space weather event which led to aurora borealis sightings in some northern parts of the UK between the cloudy weather.

Draft regulations amending existing train driving licensing regulations to implement a bilateral agreement with France for the mutual recognition of British and European train driving licences for the Channel Tunnel and cross-border area.

A major transformation programme that will radically overhaul the way that evidence is handled and used by the criminal justice system has been announced.

NATO has its problems, and the emergence of a European defence identity is an imperative. But the severing of transatlantic links is never the answer.

The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is today launching the ‘EIT Community Booster – Scaling New European Bauhaus Ventures' in order to support the New European Bauhaus initiative.

A new report from Public Health Wales highlights the increasing concerns that employers have for their employees’ both mental and physical health and wellbeing, following the Coronavirus pandemic. 

The UK continues to adapt to changes and challenges brought about by the pandemic. During this period of uncertainty, we want to be clear about what you can expect from us.

Extensive communications campaign has been taking place to make people aware of the new zone, 18 times the size of central ULEZ.

Blog posted by: Sian Cook and Liam O'Brien, 12 October 2021 – Categories: Continuous improvement, User research.

Blog posted by: Telespazio UK, 15 October 2021.

The European Commission has approved, under the EU state aid rules, a €700 million French scheme to support certain retailers and services affected by the coronavirus pandemic and restrictive measures taken by the French government to limit the spread of the virus.

Blog posted by: Shane Nithsdale – Director, e-Careers, 15 October 2021.

Blog posted by: Sarah Smith, 12 October 2021 – Categories: a great place to work, Business Analysis, Our services.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama of Fiji.

Research using sound waves to suspend oil droplets has shown that the air pollution coming from the tiny droplets may be impacting larger areas of the environment.

The Commission recently (15 October 2021) received an official recovery and resilience plan from Bulgaria.

With a focus on evacuations from Afghanistan, the situation in Europe is often forgotten as thousands of asylum seekers continue to wait for their cases to be settled.

Statement given recently (15 October 2021) following UK Health Security Agency announcement regarding UK Lighthouse Lab.

Blog posted by: Janette Wolf, Internal Communicator at Department for Education, 14 October 2021.

Blog posted by: Mark Rowland, 13 Oct 2021.

Half of working mums don’t get the flexibility they request at work, according to a new survey published by the TUC and campaigner Mother Pukka recently (Friday).

Increasing capacity for testing candidate HGV drivers, combined with supporting legislation, aims to relieve the pressure on the haulage industry.

Annual report of the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission (SAWC) showing activity for the year 2020 to 2021.

Despite heightened expectations, significant Chinese assistance to Afghanistan is unlikely to materialise soon.

The European Commission has approved a €31.9 billion Italian scheme to support companies affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has written to Alok Sharma MP, President for COP26 ahead of the conference on 31 October. 

Lord Frost and EU Commission Vice President Šefčovič met on 15 October in Brussels.

NEPO have supported Sunderland City Council in buying the North East region’s first electric Refuse Collection Vehicle (eRCV).

New powers will incentivise other countries to co-operate with the removal of those who have no right to be in the UK.

Business volumes rose for a second consecutive quarter in the three months to September, according to the latest CBI/PWC Financial Services Survey.

The Environment Agency recently (15 October 2021) welcomed a new chalk stream strategy to protect ‘England’s rainforests’

A man who sexually assaulted young children and was actively seeking opportunities to offend again has been jailed for 12 and-a-half years after a National Crime Agency investigation.

It’s never been more important to protect yourself from scam phone calls and texts.

The National Lottery Community Fund and IKEA UK have announced over £75,000 (£76,694) of funding to 18 community groups across Wales to inspire, enable and resource people to invest in their local community as an extension of their home.

West Yorkshire Deputy Mayor Alison Lowe, the APCC's Lead on Equality, Diversity and Human Rights, writes:

Following an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) investigation into a police shooting in Liverpool, Merseyside Police has made changes to ensure more incidents are fully captured by officers’ body-worn video cameras.

Building on the success of the first Power Up initiative, Good Things Foundation is delighted to be continuing its partnership with J.P. Morgan.

New breeding populations of the eight-toothed spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) have been discovered in Kent and East Sussex.

The awards celebrate the contribution of volunteers to the policing family.

Ordnance Survey is pleased to be working with leading engineering and project-management consultancy Atkins to build a National Underground Asset Register (NUAR) for the UK.

The Independent Office for Police Complaints (IOPC) has concluded its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a man in the River Lea in Tottenham following a pursuit by Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) officers.