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Almost 40,000 former mineworkers across the UK receive first pension increase.
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
More people facing debt, house repossession or custody battles will benefit from free legal support thanks to a multi-million pound grant for the sector, the Deputy Prime Minister announced today (Tuesday 23 December).
Over 100 mobile network masts upgraded to deliver 4G coverage from all major mobile network operators, signalling a major milestone in government’s drive to end total-not-spots
£1m Agricultural and Business Property Reliefs threshold increased to £2.5m from April 2026 – allowing spouses or civil partners to pass on up to £5m in qualifying agricultural or business assets between them
Major boost for children leaving care with free prescriptions, dental and eyecare services.
Bingo clubs across Britain are celebrating the scrapping of bingo duty as UK tax minister Dan Tomlinson and the Bingo Association’s Paul Swindon joined players in London.
The UK's Marine Management Organisation, is working with the Belize government to protect marine ecosystems, through the Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP).
Ronnie Megaughin of the SIA reflects on his time over the last year as Interim Executive Director working on Martyn's Law.
Chair appointments for Trent, Southern and North West Regional Flood and Coastal Committee
International taskforce releases indicators to help businesses and professionals detect corruption
Adam Kelly given 12-month community order after knowingly lying about his past convictions in an application for an SIA licence.
Greater access to justice thanks to Government’s plans for legislation to help claimants receive funding to take on powerful organisations in court.
Hounslow tested an interactive map-based tool to help residents explore its 700-page design code more easily.
Southampton tested interactive maps and early-stage 3D modelling to help residents understand and respond to local plan proposals more easily.
Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon tested AI tools to tag and summarise consultation responses, improving insight for officers and reducing processing time.
Stockport tested a visual, map-based consultation tool to make local plan evidence and site information easier for residents to understand.
Hounslow and Chesterfield tested software to manage consultation responses, cutting processing time by 45% and improving consistency across planning teams.
Cotswold District Council used a consultation hub to make its local plan easier to understand, increase participation and reduce officer processing time.
Five South West Hertfordshire councils used digital tools to reach thousands of residents and gather detailed feedback for their joint strategic plan.
Keith Fraser, Chair of the YJB, highlights the systemic biases that fuel the over-representation of Black and Mixed ethnicity children in the youth justice system. He explores the structural reform and culturally sensitive i…
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