Whitehall Yesterday

Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Japan, Canada, Republic of Korea, New Zealand, Denmark, Latvia, Slovenia, Estonia, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Czechia, Romania, Bahrain, Lithuania, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Portugal, Trinidad & Tobago, Croatia, Bulgaria, Kosovo, Panama, North Macedonia, Nigeria, Montenegro, Albania, Marshall Islands, Chile, Moldova, Greece, Somalia and Slovakia on the Strait of Hormuz.

Summary of HM Revenue and Customs' tax receipts, National Insurance contributions (NICs), and expenditure for the UK.

A presentational framework for the headline measures of Public Sector Finance Statistics (net borrowing net cash requirement and net debt) is explained in this release. This includes the reasons for changes in net borrowing (deficit) and debt.

The public sector finances statistical bulletin.

Ministers met this afternoon to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East.

Upgrades to air defence radar systems will help unlock record breaking offshore wind capacity.

Tenants can now look out for new important information explaining their new rights coming on 1 May 2026 - including a ban on Section 21 'no-fault' evictions.

Latest updates from the ongoing outbreak.

Summary of HM Revenue and Customs' tax receipts, National Insurance contributions (NICs), and expenditure for the UK.

A monthly snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment position, summarising trade statistics produced by ONS, HMRC, DBT and others.

How government will rapidly improve the cyber security and resilience of public services.

Strategy document setting out the government’s approach to the steel sector.

People who owe money to government will receive clearer, more tailored support to repay in a way they can afford, under new plans launched during Debt Awareness Week.

Ofsted has today published updates to the framework for inspecting local authority children's services (ILACS).

A new Defence scheme to transform support for forces families with young children will be rolled out across the UK from September 2026.

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.

Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.

Annual statistics on suicide and open verdict deaths among the UK regular armed forces.

Impact of prison visits on reoffending, self-harm and housing post-release, using matched analysis across time, frequency and demographics.

From 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Right Act 2026 will abolish assured shorthold tenancies and end section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions in the private rented sector in England. These new forms for tenancy processes have been introduced as part of those changes.

Statistical release in response to cases of invasive meningococcal disease in the UK.

Added the updated outbreak assessment for 27 February 2026: high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) in Great Britain and Europe.

Strategy setting out the government’s plans for UK international education and how it will support the sector access global opportunities.

The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has published its report prepared in response to a request from the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) concerning the proposed subsidy to British Business Bank (BBB).

The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has published a report providing advice to HM Treasury concerning its proposed ‘Retail, hospitality and leisure business rates multipliers and pubs and live music venues relief’ subsidy scheme.

Our next steps to tackle serious waste crime in England.

A temporary export bar has been placed on the historically significant archive of James Stirling

Forty more communities selected for Pride in Place, with local people choosing how £20 million is invested to strengthen their neighbourhood.

His Majesty King Charles III launched the England Coast Path at an event at Seven Sisters today

Entering a football match without a ticket will become a criminal offence this weekend, with offenders facing a banning order alongside up to £1,000 fine.

British Army begins retiring iconic Land Rover fleet after 70 years of service.

Some of the worst illegal waste sites across England to be cleared, restoring pride in our communities

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a market study into the retail supply of heating oil for domestic use in the UK.

Seeking views on possible amendments to the Tribunal Procedure (Upper Tribunal) Rules 2008 in respect of applications for judicial review.

Social insights on daily life, including personal well-being, attitudes towards important issues, and the cost of living, from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (OPN).

A snapshot of the UK’s latest trade and investment position, summarising statistics produced by ONS, DBT, and UNCTAD.

The time series datasets consistent with the Public sector finances, UK: February 2026 bulletin.

We're seeking views on several refinements to ensure that the CfD continues to reflect current policy and that the scheme continues to function as originally intended.

The Environment Agency manages government investment to reduce flood risk and coastal erosion in England.

Environment Agency obtains a restriction order for site on Haine Industrial Estate. Court order prohibits anyone from entering the site without permission.

The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has published a report providing advice to the Department of Business and Trade (DBT) concerning its proposed subsidy to British Business Bank.

The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has published a report providing advice to HM Treasury (HMT) concerning its proposed 'Retail, hospitality and leisure business rates multipliers and pubs and live music venues relief' subsidy scheme.

Project Summary

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the completed acquisition by Société LDC SA of Green Label Holdings Limited.

Data on the number of migrants arriving in the UK in small boats and those who were prevented by French authorities from crossing the English Channel.

Information on the attainment of young people aged 16 to 25 in 2026, based on matched administrative data.

Levels of suspension and permanent exclusion in the spring term 2025 to 2026 by school type, and reasons for exclusions and suspensions.

Covers the use and delivery of electronic devices, including location monitoring devices and alcohol monitoring devices, for England and Wales.

Totals and breakdown of the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings receipts and relief claims.

2024-based Population Projections for Northern Ireland

Headline Household Energy Efficiency statistics under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and the Green Deal Framework.

Proposals for an updated approach to managing onshore wind turbine interference with the Eskdalemuir seismic array.

HE providers of franchised courses must register with the Office for Students (OfS) from academic year 2028 to 2029 if they have 300 or more franchised students.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) monitors and reports on the health effects of fluoride for people living in areas covered by water fluoridation schemes.

Guidance for operators on meeting the requirements for the baseline data collection and scheme status application submission window, 1 April - 30 June 2025.

The 26-30 Government Debt Management Strategy outlines the approach to the management and resolution of debt owed to government.

The Information Sheet about the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 that landlords and their agents must give to tenants.

R&D Science and Analysis Programme - Measuring the legacy and impact of major events: four case studies

Ashford Borough Council will join the Local Land Charges Register on 20 April 2026.

A large construction vehicle and a HGV lorry were seized yesterday (Thursday 19 March) during a joint operation at Throckmorton Industrial Park, Worcestershire.

Our approach to issuing decisions, reports and recommendations before the 7 May 2026 elections.

Laura Shoaf and Tony Poulter join the Department for Transport Operator (DFTO) board, helping to set up Great British Railways (GBR).

The SFO will host the conference with France’s Parquet National Financier and Switzerland’s Office of the Attorney General.

This data provides information about the number and types of applications that HM Land Registry completed in February 2026.

Product Recall for Texet Bright Start Fluorescent Coloured Craft Sand Pack of 6 presenting a risk to health.

Product Recall for Texet Bright Start Coloured Crafting Sand Pack of 20 presenting a risk to health.

Product Recall for KTL Kreative Kids! Jumbo Craft Box presenting a risk to health.

Data showing the number of staff employed at different grades in the Home Office, our agencies and executive non-departmental public bodies.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has conducted a market investigation into veterinary services for household pets.

News, documents and guidance relating to the government’s Pride in Place Strategy, which will help build stronger communities, create thriving places and empower local people.

Product Recall for Squishy Sausage Dogs and Squishy Pugs presenting a risk to health.

How the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is responding to the economic impacts of the conflict in the Middle East.

Publications relating to the new respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programme.

Product Recall for ORB Funkee Sand Toys presenting a risk to health.

Real-time indicator Direct Debit data, broken down by demographic status (including wages and benefit status), for individuals and organisations. These are official statistics in development.

These tables contain the number of online job adverts split by different geographies and occupation (SOC 2020)

Tables showing deaths registered in Northern Ireland in 2026, up to and including 13 March 2026.

Non-Quota species uptake by UK vessels: Provisional dataset

Non-Quota species uptake by UK vessels in EU waters - February 2026

Monthly UK statistics on cattle, sheep and pig slaughter and meat production.

Ofsted's Chief Inspector, Sir Martyn Oliver, spoke at Voice 21's Speaking Summit in London.

Updated the lists of businesses approved to export to the EU.

Directions for employees who need to notify HMRC of deductible job expenses and claim Income Tax relief on them.

Part of the King's Series, establishing 25 new National Nature Reserves by 2028. Surrey's National Nature Reserve home to rare ground-nesting birds this spring

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in other captive birds near Ancroft, Northumberland, Northumberland on 14 February 2026.

Progress update on the feasibility of a survey to measure the prevalence of child abuse.

Annual statistics on farm animal genetic resources and rare livestock breeds in the United Kingdom.

Information and ongoing updates about the Companies House WebFiling service issue discovered on 13 March 2026.

Meningitis is a serious infection that can develop quickly and affect people of all ages

Detention services order 06/2018 about standards of accommodation at detention centres.

Use this service to correct your tax position if you have been affected by the public service pensions remedy (also known as McCloud).

How local authorities should collect data from social care services to complete the annual children in need census.

Apply to join the Natural England great crested newt district level licensing scheme as a developer, ecologist or landowner.

Information for EU citizens and their families applying to the EU Settlement Scheme.

Information on using the app when applying to work, study or live in the UK.

​​Research on how national planning policy and guidance informs decisions about the demolition or the retrofit of buildings.

This note sets out the place selection methodology for the Pride in Place programme expansion announced in March 2026.

These documents relate to law enforcement automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) and the National ANPR Service (NAS).

Businesses in defence technologies and robotics can use the Front Door pilot to tell us about regulatory barriers.

Who can apply to the UK Airspace Design Support Fund and fund administration rules.

This page lists links to ad hoc statistical analyses on Community Life Survey results that have not been included in our standard publications.

The latest data tables on affordable housing supply.

Ofsted's framework and guidance for inspecting local authority services for children (ILACS) in need of help and protection, children in care and care leavers.

The latest data tables on social housing sales.

Forms for landlords and/or tenants to propose action relating to tenancy agreements.

How independent third parties must verify annual fossil fuel boiler sales reports for Clean Heat Market Mechanism scheme participants.

This factsheet explains why HMRC visits a premises to inspect excise goods and any items linked to those goods or relevant services.

Check the availability and any issues affecting the Trader Goods Profile service.

Where to get tested for tuberculosis (TB) in China for your UK visa application.

How to apply for licences and stay compliant if you use, breed or supply animals under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986.

Check the transport companies and routes you can use to bring your pet cat, dog or ferret to England, Scotland or Wales.

Information on using the app to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK, Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man.

Added accessible version of guidance.

DP for consultation

Updated: Added information for Holbeach Air Weapons Range in May and June.

Updated some approval dates.

SNS Activity Tracker - Updated

Added Pride in Place Programme monitoring: privacy notice.

The King has approved the nomination of The Venerable Roderick (Rod) Ernest Alexander Green, BA, MA, MTh, to the Suffragan See of Stepney, in the Diocese of London

A list of businesses that have not met their obligations under the 2017 regulations.

Annual report on the operation of the Police Covenant over the past 12 months.

Apply online to export processed animal protein (PAP) derived from non-ruminant animals to Indonesia.

Apply online to export processed animal protein (PAP) derived from ruminant animals to Indonesia.

An Environment Agency plan focusing on making improvements to their waterways in 2025.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Documents relating to the meningococcal B (MenB) vaccination (Bexsero®) programme.

How to apply under articles 1 to 3, with an article 3 integration certificate template and completion guidance.

Annual report and accounts of the Government Annuities Investment Fund.

Find out what you need to account for and who to contact if you're an insolvency practitioner or official receiver dealing with HMRC.

Apply online to export processed animal protein derived from either ruminant animals or a combination of ruminant and non-ruminant animals to Indonesia

An overview of the development and initial impact of the Research Collaboration Advice Team (RCAT) since the launch of its advisory service in March 2022.

The public appointments, personal and business interests, and political activity of members of the Council for Science and Technology.

UK universities support on shared objectives and lessons learned on AI for science.

Information on the other regulatory bodies responsible for e-cigarette and vape products.

This report shows how UK Export Finance complied with public sector equality regulations in 2024-25.

These official statistics are provided to monitor non-quota species uptake by UK vessels in EU waters.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Data on average earnings at the Environment Agency, showing pay differences by gender, disability, ethnicity, religion and belief, and sexual orientation.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

A list of Field Safety Notice for 9 - 13 March 2026

Apply to take part in the ECC Teesside selection process for projects seeking connection to the Teesside network by 2032.

References and list of enforcement notices and prosecutions which involved illegal activity with animal medicines in the last year.

Code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (COSWP) 2026 edition, outlines the updates reflected following the 2025 annual review.

This guidance is intended to support billing authorities in interpreting the Non-Domestic Rating (Definition of Qualifying Retail, Hospitality or Leisure Hereditament) Regulations 2025 (SI 2025/1093) for the purposes of administering the business rates retail, hospitality and leisure (RHL) multipliers. As business rates are a devolved tax, this guidance applies to England only.

The regional improvement for standards and excellence (RISE) programme, support, networks, hubs and education advisers for the North West region.

Information on the presentation, doses and storage of COVID-19 vaccines.

Monday 09 March 2026 update.

How the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) collects, uses and protects personal data when processing lead and countersignatory registration applications.

How the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) collects, uses and protects personal data when processing Accountable Officer registration applications.

Data on gifts and hospitality received by special advisers, and meetings they attended with senior media figures.

Data on ministers' external meetings and any overseas travel.

Find out about a change to the name of Lullington Heath National Nature Reserve in East Sussex and an extension to the area covered by the site.

Screening Directions

The Reference Document for The Customs (Northern Ireland) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 sets out the necessary steps businesses who import goods into Northern Ireland will need to take.

Seasonal adjustment is a fundamental analytical output in the production of high quality, internationally comparable economic statistics and underpins many of ONS’s most widely used economic series. ONS has significantly expanded its focus on assessment of residual seasonality in recent years and it plays an important role in maintaining the integrity of seasonally adjusted outputs. We describe how ONS assesses residual seasonality as part of its production process.

Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment of Judge Auerbach on 20 March 2026.

Framework documents which set out the relationship between the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and our public bodies.

Firing times for ranges in Scotland including Barry Buddon, Kirkcudbright, Garelochhead, Tain, Cape Wrath, Fort George, Blackdog, Castlelaw Ranges and Dreghorn

How to subscribe or check if you have access to the Customs Declaration Service.

How to apply to have nutritional or dermatological products reviewed by the Advisory Committee on Borderline Substances (ACBS).

Guidance that outlines the examination syllabuses for Merchant Navy Deck digital assessments, leading to the issue of a UK Certificate of Competency.

This advice is intended to explain the generic aspects of the public bodies involvement with the applicant and the Planning Inspectorate during the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) process.

This note sets out how renewable capacity is translated into annual generation estimates and converted into equivalent homes or region powered.

In collaboration with UK Defence Innovation, the Digital Targeting Web Team is pleased to announce the release of its first Challenge Book.

Immigration staff guidance on how to handle exemptions for visa applications made outside the UK.

This factsheet tells you about the penalties HMRC may charge you for a VAT, Excise or Landfill Tax wrongdoing.

This document provides details of upcoming Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) research publications.

The message about planned downtime for the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax service has been updated.

The message about planned downtime for the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax service has been updated.

Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the north west of England release 7147

PSV notices and proceedings for the north east of England release 2727

Code GBAUNCTFXTHJZ for Jiezhong (UK) Int Co. Ltd in Ipswich has been removed. Code GBAUFEMLHRJZX for Aviation Servicing Company Limited T/A ASC Cargo Handling in Feltham has been removed. Code GBAUCBYEMADDL for DFDS Logistics Limited in Corby has been removed. Code GBAUSWLLHRWJX for Worldwide Flight Services Ltd in Stanwell has been removed.

Updated the public register.

Octopus & Shellfish Infographic updated.

Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Updated register of licensed sponsors.

FN added 23 March to 30 March

River Thames: current conditions updated for Sunday 8 March 2026. Change to Bray reach.

Updated the lead times.

Updated page, added 13 March 2026.

A list of unclaimed estates held by the Treasury Solicitor. Last updated 10th April 2026.

The schools adjudicator’s variation decision about Thameside Primary School.

Summaries of advice given under the business appointment rules to applicants at SCS2 and SCS1 level and equivalents.

A collection of data on senior officials' travel, hospitality, and Permanent Secretary meetings for UK Export Finance (UKEF).

A collection of resources related to UK Seafarer Training, Examinations, Certification - including Certificates of Competency (CoCs) - and Careers.

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

Framework Agreement signed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the British Film Institute.

Apply online to export in vivo derived bovine embryos to Argentina.

View the draft decision for Huntsman Polyurethanes (UK) Limited for Huntsman Polyurethanes (UK) Limited, Wilton Redcar

This page brings together policy documents, working papers and announcements about the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the UK’s work on it.

Documents relating to workforce management information summary data for the National Crime Agency (NCA).

Ministry of Defence reports on departmental spending over £500 with an electronic procurement card (ePC).

Technical guidance, emission factors, and reporting templates to help installations and aircraft operators understand and comply with their obligations under the scheme.

Freedom of Information/Environmental Information Regulation requests for January 2026.

This series brings together all documents relating to the Global Strategic Trends Programme.

A collection of the annual report and accounts of the Government Annuities Investment Fund.

How to cancel a VAT registration online or by post.

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

Ad hoc statistical notices.

Read the minutes of the Social Security Advisory Committee meetings.

Read the minutes of the Social Security Advisory Committee meetings (SSAC).

View the application submitted by PB Donoghue Construction (Watford) Limited for PB Donoghue, Watford.

Guidance for central government and local government preparers for Whole of Government Accounts.

Data on UK Export Finance (UKEF) senior officials' travel, hospitality, and Permanent Secretary meetings with external organisations.

Data recorded on the OSCAR II reporting system.

The third quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2025-26.

The Environment Agency has received an application from Clifford J Mottram & Sons Limited to vary a licence to abstract (take) water.

Minutes of the Regulator of Social Housing's Nominations and Remuneration Committee.

The Environment Agency has received an application from Holcim UK Limited to vary a licence to abstract (take) water.

The Environment Agency has received an application from Adam Keswick for a licence to abstract (take) water.

The Environment Agency has received an application from G.S Shropshire and Sons Limited to vary a licence to abstract (take) water.

Notices of vehicles seized by the Environment Agency and how to claim them.

OPRED communications issued to stakeholders in 2026.

Documents relating to workforce management information summary data for Department for Transport.

View the application submitted by C O’Donovan And Sons Limited for C O’Donovan And Sons Ltd, Leeds.

Documents relating to workforce management information summary data for the Office of Rail and Road.

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

Information relating to persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Notices to exporters published by the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU).

Cases provisionally fixed for hearing in the Court of Appeal Criminal Division.

Ministry of Defence (MOD) and MOD family payment data published under the government's transparency agenda.

A collection of active MINs, published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

A collection of active marine guidance notes, published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

A list of authorised orphan medicinal products registered by the UK licensing authority.

Use form IHT38 to claim relief on Inheritance Tax if you sell land or buildings from the deceased’s estate at a loss.

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This page and any pages it links to explains terms of use for the GOV.UK app. You must agree to these to use the GOV.UK app.

What GOV.UK Chat is and how to use it.

Find out how GOV.UK Chat collects and uses your data.

Knowledge and Library Services provide a range of information skills training for eligible staff. Training is available in group or one-to-one settings.

This leaflet covers the function and Divisions of OAG and explains the role of the Advocate General for Scotland.

Isle of Wight is a high security men’s prison, set across 2 sites (Albany and Parkhurst), just outside Newport, Isle of Wight.

Details of the Council's members and register of interests.

Read the minutes of the Social Security Advisory Committee meetings (SSAC).

Vehicle seizure notice for PUN455ZXKH2415439.

Vehicle seizure notice for RX64 XRM.

Support, guidance and resources for registering as a tax agent and getting authorised to act on your client's behalf.

Information to help tax agents and advisers find guidance, use HMRC's services and contact HMRC.

Information from government departments, agencies and public bodies, including news, campaigns, policies and contact details.

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Addition of information about Local Elections on Sunday 22 March with transport restrictions and temporary ban on drinking alcohol until midnight on Sunday 22 March (‘Warnings and insurance’ Page)

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

Clare joined Companies House in March 2026 as the Director of Finance and Commercial. Before joining Companies House, Clare was Head of Finance and Corporate Services (DD) at Defence Business Services within the Ministry of Defence (MOD). This followed an extensive career across MOD, where she held senior roles across Finance, Commercial and human resources. Clare is a qualified accountant with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants with over 25 years post qualification experience, and more recently gained membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

The Support Staff Reference Group advises on the potential impact of policies on primary and secondary education, including any barriers to implementation.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

How HM Revenue & Customs carries out tax enquiry work

A definition of the different types of venture capital schemes and how they work

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

DfT Operator Limited (DFTO) is the government’s public sector rail owning group. DFTO’s purpose is to bring all currently privately-owned train operators into public ownership in advance of the creation of Great British Railways in 2027. DFTO is a public corporation of the Department for Transport .

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

Updated information on staying in Portugal for longer than 90 days in exceptional circumstances (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Guidance on Creative Industries Expenditure Credits, which are available to film, television and video game production companies.

Jonathan Brearley was appointed Permanent Secretary for the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero ( DESNZ ) on 6 March 2026. Jonathan was CEO of Ofgem from February 2020 to March 2026, where he stood up for consumer protections and tackling energy affordability. He has decades of leadership experience in government and the energy sector, having led the development of the Climate Change Act as the Head of Office of Climate Change, and overseen reform of the electricity market at the then Department of Energy and Climate Change ( DECC ).

Group providing expert insight, challenge, and guidance to central government on the role and impact of independent scrutiny within safeguarding partnerships.

Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) is responsible for safely decommissioning the first generation nuclear and research sites across the UK. NRS works with the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority .

Sarah Redwood is Interim Director General, Energy Infrastructure at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ).

DfT's Science Advisory Council supports the department on science and technology issues to make sure our work is of the highest standard.

The British Embassy in San Jose maintains and develops relations between the UK and Costa Rica.

New information about entry to Saudi Arabia (see ‘Warnings and Insurance’ and ‘Entry requirements’ pages).

Updated information about the regional escalations and new information about extending your visa, public gatherings and security sites and incidents (‘Warnings and insurance’, ‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Information about GDS’ Responsible AI Advisory Panel including its role and membership.

Addition of information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Our mission is to design the forces Defence needs to be prepared for the challenges and opportunities we face now, and to prepare for those we expect to face in future.