Whitehall Yesterday

Farmers across England will receive new support to help manage the impact of prolonged dry weather, including a £65 million funding boost, as the government steps up its response to the ongoing drought.

People across England and Wales will receive an Emergency Alert on their phones today as the Government steps up action to protect communities from the growing threat posed by wildfires.

A court order is now in place prohibiting anyone from entering or importing waste onto a site at Severnside Farm, Gloucester.

The Secretary of State has appointed Rhodri Lewis and Stephen Dimmick for four-year terms commencing 1 September 2026.

The Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Drax Power Limited in Yorkshire.

Company had shipping debts in the United States, Europe and UK

Submit your views on the ZEV Mandate review consultation by 23 October 2026.

Heidi Alexander, Secretary of State for Transport, has appointed 2 new non-executive directors to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) board.

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of vimseltinib (romvizma) under close review.

Bluetongue virus infections continue to rise due to favourable weather conditions

UK local authorities can now access information about their Extended Producer Responsibility for packaging grants through Local Authority Payments service.  

Individuals with no right to be in the UK will be deported faster as new 24-week target on asylum appeal decisions comes into force. 

Ms Louise Cantillon has been appointed British High Commissioner to New Zealand and Governor of the Pitcairn, Henderson, Ducie and Oeno Islands.

Millions of people will receive essential financial support before the August bank holiday weekend, as the Government has confirmed that benefit payments will be brought forward to Friday 28 August.

More than 150 rural 4G mast upgrades are now live, boosting mobile coverage across remote UK areas and helping walkers, visitors and communities stay connected.

Young people out of work or at risk of entering unemployment after school are set to benefit from a first of its kind AI bootcamp kicking off in the north-west.

An amber heat-health alert is now in place across all regions in England.

September Catch Limit Review 2026

Seeks views on the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate and its effectiveness in the UK.

Tables showing deaths registered in Northern Ireland in 2026, up to and including 7 August 2026.

A monthly publication providing statistics on vehicle, driver, and theory tests conducted by the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) in Northern Ireland.

Social insights on daily life and events, including important issues facing the UK, from the Opinions and Lifestyle Survey (OPN).

Report covering the headline findings of the Community and Engagement Survey in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for volunteering and charitable giving in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for support networks in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for loneliness in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for pride in local area in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for live sport and gambling in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for neighbourhood and community in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for arts in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for domestic tourism in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for libraries in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for museums and galleries in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for major events in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for heritage in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for civic engagement in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for influencing local decisions in 2025/26.

The findings of the Community and Engagement Survey for archives in 2025/26.

Tell us what you think about possible reforms to the PRN system, which is used by producers to comply with their recycling obligations.

DAERA collates milk quality statistics on behalf of the Northern Ireland dairy industry. These are based on returns made by milk purchasers to the Department.

NI milk price statistics show the average producer prices for raw milk sold off farm and the volume of raw milk collected from NI farms from 2000 to date.

Animal feed statistics are based on surveys and provide information on the quantities of feed used in Northern Ireland on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis

Results for the profitability of pig production.

This experimental statistic brings together information on the international trade in plants and plant products of the UK/GB and on the trade in controlled plants and plant products that are notified to plant health inspectorates.

Monthly tables and commentary on the numbers and rates of individual insolvencies, including bankruptcies, debt relief orders and individual voluntary arrangements in England and Wales and Northern Ireland, and quarterly information for Scotland. For England and Wales, Breathing Space scheme statistics are also included.

This publication reports on the number of carrier bags dispensed in the 2025/26 financial year under the Carrier Bag Levy in Northern Ireland.

Local health presents data on public health and wider determinants of health for small areas. This release adds data for healthy life expectancy 2019 to 2023 for middle super outputs areas (MSOA).

Presents quarterly information collected from health and social care trusts on the number of and the amount paid by direct payments

Data from fieldwork completed across 2025. The publication will consist of data tables, a written analytical report and a technical report. The data provides insights on UK registered businesses' behaviour and attitudes in relation to exporting.

How the actual number of deaths in England compare with expected numbers for each week.

Annual update of indicators related to children in care and with additional needs, hospital admissions and birth.

Consultation on a proposed steering conduct requirement (CR) and its provisional assessment of its effectiveness and proportionality.

Consultation on a proposed steering conduct requirement (CR) and its provisional assessment of its effectiveness and proportionality.

Update of data on the individual, social and environmental factors which influence the health of the population and effect inequalities in health. Release adds a new domain about gambling.

Staffing numbers of directly employed staff of the HM Prison and Probation Service.

MOD supported employment estimates broken down by region and industry group.

Tetanus immunisation information for public health professionals, including updates.

Information for local authorities on rights and support for migrants subject to a no recourse to public funds (NRPF) condition.

Local authority guidance for implementing the funding system for the 2026 to 2027 financial year.

Our opinion of the quality of the evidence and analysis in the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade's options assessments.

On 21 August 2026, the UK will observe its inaugural National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism.

How to apply for the UK’s Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO) 2J3KL cod quota.

Privacy notice for the Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO) 2J3KL cod fishery expression of interest 2026.

Lujo virus infection can lead to an acute viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF).

There are currently 2 recognised viruses that cause haemorrhagic fever illnesses in Bolivia that are classed as high consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs). These are Machupo virus (MACV) and Chapare virus (CHAPV).

Junin virus causes Argentine haemorrhagic fever, an acute viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF).

Lassa virus causes Lassa fever, an acute viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF).

How to tell DVLA about changes to your authorised treatment facility (ATF) contact details.

A guide for operator's licence holders on what an acceptable compliance audit should cover.

Regulatory Policy Committee's opinion of the quality of the evidence and analysis in the Home Office's impact assessment.

Find a test centre where you can get an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA), Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval (MSVA) or Certificate of Initial Fitness (COIF) test.

How Active Travel England works with strategic authorities to provide design assurance support for active travel schemes.

Regulatory Policy Committee's opinion of the quality of the evidence and analysis in the Home Office's impact assessment.

List of companies who advised the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) project team of their plans to develop commercial software solutions for NCTS.

In response to the current droughts and heatwave, the Government has introduced statutory guidelines in relation to the supply of disposable BBQs.

Contains information for catering businesses on how to safely store, handle and use eggs which are used for catering.

Make a voluntary disclosure for any R&D claims made in error that are out of time to amend on your Company Tax Return.

Building a resilient and responsive organisation ready for health security threats.

Statutory Instruments that relate to the Criminal Procedure Rules.

Use this guidance to find out what information you need to provide and what forms to use for tax claims.

Revised rates of service retired pay, pensions, gratuities and resettlement grants.

How ship security is managed in the UK, and how to comply with UK regulations on ship security.

Tells HM Passport Office staff about the process to print a passport, the differences between central print and local print and how to collect printed passports

Advice for British nationals in China on reporting rape or sexual assault, finding medical treatment and engaging with the Chinese legal authorities.

How to download and access the HMRC app on a mobile device to get information about your tax, National Insurance and benefits.

Information to help employers and sponsors get the answers they need from the business helpdesk.

KPI (Key Performance Stats) data for antenatal and newborn and young person and adult screening relating to Quarter 4 (1 January to 31 March 2024)

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

This document outlines the different accelerated procedures offered to accelerate patent application processing.

The Intellectual Property Office offers different methods of accelerating the processing of your patent application.

Designs correction of error notices are used to notify any third party of a proposed correction of a clerical error made by the registry prior to a correction taking place.

The process when a British national dies in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including registering the death, funerals and cremations, and bringing the person’s body to the UK.

Tells HM Passport Office staff how to establish British nationality for people born abroad when their parent was in Crown, designated or EU service.

This guidance explains when you need a marine licence for activities carried out in ABNJ including the requirements, exemptions and how to apply.

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

Summary reports on dry weather and drought in England in 2026 and how it affects public water supply, agriculture, energy and the environment.

How to order certified copies of certificates and documents held on the Companies House register.

Cattle keepers must only buy ear tags from suppliers that have been approved by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Find out how Natural England handles your personal data.

Data collected since 2002 on hen harrier dispersal behaviour.

Report farm animal welfare concerns in England to the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).

Latest news about the Criminal Procedure Rules, the Criminal Practice Directions and the Rule Committee.

Find and use tools and calculators that will help you work out your tax.

Guidance on the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme for veterans who served under, and were impacted by, the Ban on LGBT personnel in HM Armed Forces from 1967 to 2000.

What the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has done, and will do, to promote innovation, investment and growth in UK mobile platforms.

Swinfen Hall is a closed young offender institute (YOI), category C training prison, specialising in supporting young adults (18 to 25).

How to find MCA approved training providers for STCW short course and ancillary training. This page is updated monthly.

Research carried out by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

Information on community interest companies (CICs) that were registered in the last month.

Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications.

Check for maintenance and downtime of the Rural Payments service over the next 4 weeks

Statistics on the active disease surveillance of transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs) and the Compulsory Scrapie Flock Scheme.

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

New live webinar registration links have been added to: Starting your online tax return, The employment section of your online tax return, The self-employment section of your online tax return, The UK property section of your online tax return, Other income and tax reliefs on your online tax return, Finishing your online tax return, Your Self Assessment calculation and payments.

River Thames: lock keeper service rota updated for Monday 16 to Sunday 22 March 2026.

Updated the public register.

New restriction notice for Henley Royal Regatta course construction (Mon 30 March - Fri 19 June 2026).

Updated to inform organisations that they are required to submit their final briefing document(s) and questions at the point of requesting Scientific Advice, with this becoming mandatory from September 2026. The supporting document guidance has been expanded to clarify expectations for company positions, scientific justification and alignment with relevant regulatory guidance. Additional information has been added on areas of expertise, including pharmacovigilance, risk minimisation, and the use of real-world data and evidence, as well as the MHRA-NICE Real-World Evidence Scientific Dialogue service. Meeting arrangements have also been clarified, including teleconference as the default format, clarification on recording the meeting, and logistics of in-person meetings unless agreed in advance by the Chair.

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

Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Monday 09 March 2026 update.

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

Made 22 variations under the Afghanistan sanctions regime.

Added 2 new designations under the ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaeda sanctions regime.

A list of unclaimed estates held by the Treasury Solicitor. Last updated 21st August 2026.

Outcome(s) by the Central Arbitration Committee on an application from BALPA.

The inaugural National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism will take place on Friday 21 August 2026.

Download these social media graphics to help raise awareness of the National Day and show support for victims, survivors and communities.

Use the factsheet to learn more about the National Day, how you can observe it, and the specialist support available for victims and survivors of terrorism.

Guidance for viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) including Ebola, Marburg, HCID Mammarenaviruses and Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fevers.

View the application submitted by Hobb Estates Limited for Forest Lane, Earls Colne Business Park, Colchester, CO6 2FP.

View the application submitted by Michael Tristram for 1 – 4 Lychpole Farm Cottages, Tichfield, Sompting, BN15 0AY.

View the application submitted by Georgina Watkins for 6 Dolphin Terrence, Harling Road, Norwich, NR16 2QR.

View the application submitted by Puesdown Property Management Limited for Blue Ridge House , Bramble Cottage, The Coach House, and Kings Orchard (The Old Puesdown Inn), A40, Cheltenham, GL54 4DN.

Product Safety Report for iFunLong City Public Bus Toy presenting a risk of choking.

Product Safety Report for Out'n'About ATP Ltd Nipper V6 Buggy presenting a risk of injuries.

Product Safety Report for HOIIME Grease Gun presenting a risk of fire.

Companies House prompt payment data April 2025 to March 2026

The annual Welsh language monitoring report from Companies House.

Product Safety Report for Allegro M7 Sport Starsfly E-Bike

Product Safety Report for Vehicle Ladder presenting a risk of injuries.

Product Safety Report for Brilliant Intelligent Machine Factory Square-Legged Trampoline presenting a risk of injuries.

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

Product Safety Report for Brilliant Intelligent Machinery Factory Baby Fitness Blanket (Play Mat) presenting a serious risk of choking.

Product Safety Report for Brilliant Intelligent Machine Factory Piano Play Gym presenting a serious risk of choking.

A list of tri-service pension codes.

Product Safety Report for 3 in 1 Baby Bedside Bassinet with Wheels presenting a risk of injuries.

Product Safety Report for Dough Kneading and Mixing Machine presenting a risk of fire.

Product Safety Report for LEECHE Water Beads presenting a serious risk of asphyxiation.

Product Recall for Eurowrap 25pk Blue Party Balloons presenting a chemical risk.

View the application submitted by Watercycle Technologies Limited for Watercycle Critical Minerals Recovery Plant, Runcorn.

Product Recall for Marks and Spencer Hand Painted Jug presenting a risk of injuries.

Product Recall for Squeezy Dinosaur Toy presenting a risk of choking.

Product Recall for Simple 730ml Kind to Skin Micellar Cleansing Water presenting a microbiological risk.

Documents relating to the measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) vaccination programme.

Outcome(s) by the Central Arbitration Committee on an application from GMB.

The Environment Agency has received an application from Sizewell C Limited for a licence to abstract (take) water.

A new UKDI competition to develop early-stage disruptive science and technology for future game-changing advances in Defence robotics and autonomous systems.

Annual report of the progress made in 2024 to 2025 towards making digital services and technologies in government more sustainable.

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

Our current and completed tenders and our existing contracts.

Documents relating to the time-limited MenB vaccination offer for Year 13 age group for 2025/2026 and eligible higher and further education entrants under 25 years for 2026/2027.

Find out how Defra handles your personal data.

Data showing the number of staff employed at different grades in the Office for National Statistics and paybill information.

Apply online to export chicken and other poultry meat and products containing poultry meat to Singapore.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the anticipated acquisition by Liberty Global, Telefónica and InfraVia, through their joint venture nexfibre, of Substantial (including Netomnia, Brsk, Brsk ISP and YouFibre). Liberty Global and Telefónica are the joint owners of Virgin Media O2 and, together with InfraVia, joint owners of nexfibre.

Find out how and why public sector organisations use AI and algorithmic tools for decision making.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has designated Google as having strategic market status (SMS) in the provision of its mobile platform.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has designated Apple as having strategic market status (SMS) in the provision of its mobile platform.

We’re seeking evidence to inform the initial phase of the Seventh UK National Action Plan for Open Government.

Information on the Ministry of Justice, its agencies and executive non-departmental public bodies’ paybills (see the 'details' section located at the bottom of page for more information).

Information on HM Land Registry spending over £25,000.

Details of successful applications for free schools and university technical colleges (UTCs) in the pre-opening stage.

Monthly statistics on the population in custody of children and young people within the secure estate.

The services and standards you can expect from Companies House.

Data for 2026 on redress for postmasters impacted by the Post Office Capture software.

Data for 2026 on redress for postmasters impacted by the Post Office Horizon scandal.

A list of people who cannot make applications in certain courts or make further court claims.

A list of people who have been issued with orders stopping them from bringing certain cases to court.

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

List of manufacturers and their medical devices granted an exemption by MHRA. The list also includes manufacturers whose exemption expired or was cancelled.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering appeals by 5 energy companies against modifications made on 3 February 2026 to gas distribution licences, following Ofgem’s RIIO-3 price control decisions.

Independent scrutiny of the evidence and analysis supporting the case for why regulation is necessary, listed by government department.

Hearings in the Court of Protection sitting at: 5th Floor, First Avenue House, 42-49 High Holborn London WC1V 6NP

Information on restorative measures, support and services for those impacted by the pre-2000 law or ban on LGBT personnel in the Armed Forces.

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

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.

Complete form MSF 4736 to notify the Register of Shipping and Seamen (RSS) about a mortgage deed when registering a ship.

Use the AGREX form to apply for a licence to export agricultural products from the UK.

Apply for a CPH number before exporting or moving horses and other equines from Great Britain to the EU or Northern Ireland.

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Southern Region, Judge D Gethin, Ms C Barton MRICS on 16 and 17 March 2026

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Private Pensions   State Pension   Pensioner Benefits   Social Fund   ALBs: Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO), Pensions Protection Fund (PPF), The Pensions Regulator (TPR)   HM Treasury (HMT):   Supporting the Chancellor on economic and monetary policy, including debt and reserves management policy, National Savings and Investment (NS&I), the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) and Debt Management Office (DMO)   Labour market, skills and welfare reform (working with CST on spending decisions)   Pension tax policy and public sector pensions

The Chief Secretary to the Treasury (CST) is responsible for public expenditure including spending reviews and strategic planning; in-year spending controls; and driving efficiency and value for money.   Specific areas of focus in relation to public expenditure includes:  Treasury’s interest in public service reform and delivery   Public sector pay  Annual Managed Expenditure including welfare spending  Childcare, including tax free childcare  Infrastructure spending  Digital and technology spending  Treasury interest in devolution to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland  Public Works Loan Board  The CST also has responsibility for capital investment, driving private sector investment in infrastructure and value for money on large national infrastructure projects. This includes being the Treasury lead on housing and infrastructure reform, working closely with XST on planning reform. The CST is the responsible minister for the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority.  The CST is the Chancellor’s primary deputy and will represent him in key domestic and international meetings where appropriate.

Implementation of relevant SDR Vision and Recommendations Recruitment and renewing the contract between the nation and those who serve Veterans policy and delivery (including VALOUR) Office for Veterans Affairs Armed Forces Commissioner Armed Forces People and Families Civilian workforce (including RFA) Defence Business Services (including legal, pensions and compensation) Armed Forces Covenant Retention and incentivisation, including training skills and development Service resettlement and transition Gurkhas Reserves Cadets Defence culture – including oversight of the Raising our Standards Programme and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme Service Justice System and Service Complaints Northern Ireland Housing Strategic Reserves Support on DJEP/Inquiries Defence estates, accommodation and Defence Infrastructure Organisation

Implementation of relevant SDR Vision and Recommendations Oversight of Military Strategic Headquarters (MSHQ) Legislation (including Armed Forces Bill) Ukraine support – operations Autonomy and drones, including Drone Centre of Excellence Force Posture and Deployment Intelligence Global Operational policy and commitments North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) operations and planning Crisis response Permanent Joint Operational Bases and Overseas Bases (including Cyprus, Falkland Islands and Gibraltar) Military Aid to Civilian Authority (MACA) Homeland Defence UN Peacekeeping and Human Security Call Out Orders Overseas Security and Justice Assistance Reports Support MinVP on Northern Ireland National Conversation

Implementation of relevant SDR Vision and Recommendations International relations and Defence diplomacy Professional military education Security and resilience Arms control and counter-proliferation Honours, awards, medallic recognition Service records and legacy inquiries including Mull of Kintyre, Sir Galahad Heritage and ceremonial Royal Hospital Chelsea UK Hydrographic Office (highlighted as only trading fund) Health and safety Ministry of Defence Police Defence Fire and Rescue Export licensing and controls Defence Medical Services Support MinVP on Northern Ireland Base Security DJEP/Inquiries IGDN Afghan Inquiry Haddon-Cove

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 Secretary of State has strategic oversight of the Department’s business and policy including:  Housing and planning  Local government and English devolution  Regional and local growth  Communities and faith  Democracy and elections Building safety and remediation   Public Appointments   Planning casework  Corporate 

Louise Sandher-Jones grew up in Leicestershire and studied Chinese at the University of Edinburgh. She was elected the MP for North East Derbyshire in 2024 and appointed Minister for Veterans and People in the Ministry of Defence in September 2025. In June 2026 she was appointed Minister for the Armed Forces in the Ministry of Defence. After a brief stint in the Civil Service, she joined the military in 2013, commissioning into the Intelligence Corps. She was based in Germany and the UK and deployed on operations in Afghanistan. She left the Army in 2020 and spent short spells in journalism and banking before overseeing intelligence and latterly product development at a company specialising in analysing the impact of natural disasters imagery. She is married to Jeevun Sandher and enjoys walking in the Peak District with her dog, Nugget.

We provide independent expert advice to the UK government to create better regulation, reduce unnecessary burdens on business and support economic growth. RPC is an advisory non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Business and Trade .

Implementation of relevant SDR Vision and Recommendations Oversight of the National Armaments Director Group Departmental communications strategy and reform Armed forces readiness and stockpiles Defence procurement, including reform and UK Defence Innovation Submarine delivery Defence Industrial Strategy implementation and growth Defence Exports Campaign and Office Defence Readiness Bill Ukraine support - military aid and industrial partnerships, including HIRST and KINDRED Defence industry relationships and the Industrial Joint Council Acquisition reform/UK Defence Innovation Climate change and sustainability Artificial intelligence and innovation Science and technology Defence Afghanistan Relocation and Assistance Programme (ARAP) including eligibility applications and asylum Oversight of Parliamentary engagement AFPS

The Secretary of State for Defence has overall responsibility for the business of the department. Responsibilities include: Strategic policy and operational oversight including as a member of the National Security Council Nuclear deterrent (CASD) and operations policy and enterprise Strategic overview of the Strategic Defence Review Implementation and Defence Investment Plan Defence budget Euro-Atlantic strategy and planning Defence strategy, planning, programme, and resource allocation Relationships with strategic international partners: US, France, Germany, Australia, Ukraine One Defence Reform Programme Oversight of Veterans Service Personnel deaths on duty and letters of condolence Strategic multilateral programmes – AUKUS and GCAP Regulatory functions Support on Afghan Inquiry

John Parkinson CBE became a non-executive director at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in August 2026. John was a civil servant, with his most recent role at as Director for UK, International and Trade in the Department for Transport (DfT) where he was responsible for leading engagement with the devolved governments and international partners, international strategy and co-ordination of trade policy. He also held high-profile senior leadership roles in aviation security, airports policy, motoring and freight, and as DfT’s senior responsible owner for exiting the EU. He has worked with a broad range of senior stakeholders, including within Whitehall, with arms-length bodies and across the wider transport sector. He is highly experienced in policy development and implementation, operational delivery, and crisis response. He is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion, particularly as a champion for disability.

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.

Debbie Francis OBE became a non-executive director at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) in August 2026. Debbie is an experienced chair, non-executive director and executive leader with over 25 years’ experience across transport, infrastructure, housing, health, education and culture. She is also: Chair of Harwich Haven Authority Chair of the Hallé Orchestra’s Governing Body Governor of Liverpool John Moores University Non-Executive Director of MDC Stockport She is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Master of Business Adminstration qualified and a Chartered Director.

Helen Aston became a non-executive director at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency ( DVSA ) in February 2024. Helen is a Chartered Accountant. She worked for PwC for 15 years in transaction services, restructuring and pensions covenant advisory. For the last 10 years she worked for The Pensions Regulator as their Executive Director of Finance and Corporate Services. Helen’s other roles include: non-executive director and chair of the audit and risk assurance committee at Defence Business Services (Ministry of Defence) non-executive member of the audit and risk assurance committee at the Valuation Office Agency independent chair of the audit committee of the Biochemical Society

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.

Stephen Tromans is a barrister practising at 39 Essex Chambers, London. He was Joint Head of Chambers from 2011 to 2015. He has worked as an academic at Cambridge (1981 to 1987) and as a solicitor (1987 to 1999). He became a barrister in 1999 and was appointed King’s Counsel (then Queen’s Counsel) in 2009. His area of specialism is environmental, energy natural resources and planning law. He has extensive experience of advising companies and government and representing them in court and at public inquiries. He has a particular focus on nuclear law and is the author of the leading text, ‘Nuclear Law’. He is also the author of leading works on environmental impact assessment and contaminated land and has spoken and written widely on these 61 topics. He has been a member of the UK Environmental Law Association ( UKELA ) since its formation in 1986, and has been Chair and a Council member of UKELA . He is also a member of the International Nuclear Law Association ( INLA ) and a director of INLA UK. From 1994 to 2002 he was a Council Member of English Nature, the predecessor of Natural England and from 2010 to 2014 was the Chair of the Environmental Law Foundation ( ELF ). Appointed: July 2016 Term ended: November 2022 Reappointed: November 2022 Term ends: November 2026 Reappointed: December 2026 Term ends: November 2028

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 Race Equality Engagement Group is partnering with ethnic minority communities and others to help shape the government's work promoting race equality.

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.

Oversight of all justice portfolios, policy, and Ministry of Justice strategy Oversight of cross-cutting emergency  issues, responses  supported by other  ministers according to portfolio Oversight of international business and future relations with the EU  MOJ support for the Union Resourcing of the department  Functions of the Lord Chancellor  Judicial policy including pay, pensions and  diversity (these and  other operational  decisions affecting the  judiciary are reserved to the Lord Chancellor)

Prison capacity and related policy  Prison operations policy, reform, industrial relations and workforce Probation policy, operations, industrial relations, and transparency  His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service administration  Sentencing Act implementation Dame Lynne Owen Review into Release in Error Public Protection (incl. Critical Public Protection Cases) Parole Policy Trans Prisoners Female Offenders Reducing Reoffending Electronic Monitoring(EM) Offender health and drugs Prisoner Escort Contracts Counter Terrorism Amber Rudd Independent Review

Criminal courts policy Courts and Tribunals Bill Legal Aid Legal Aid Agency administration Legal Support and Dispute Resolution Legal Services His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service administration Magistrates Policy Open Justice Tribunals Policy (incl. fees) Judicial Review Civil Justice Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (Assisted Dying)

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.

Jennifer Anderson has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Turkey. She will start her role in August 2026 following full-time Turkish language training. Jennifer was previously Director, Consular and Crisis at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Commonwealth Office (FCDO).  Before this, Jennifer served as Deputy Head of Mission at the British Embassy in Ankara until January 2020. She was also Head of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s (FCO) Counter-Terrorism Department. Jennifer has also served overseas as High Commissioner to Botswana, as Deputy Head of Mission in Indonesia and as First Secretary Political at the British Permanent Representation to the EU in Brussels. Jennifer joined the FCO in 1997 and her previous roles in London focused on security policy, Central Europe and the Balkans. Before joining the FCO, Jennifer was Research Associate at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, London. Jennifer also worked at the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet in Canberra, Australia. She has degrees in law and political science from the Australian National University. Jennifer was awarded the Companion of the Most Distinguished Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in the  New Year Honours 2024 Overseas and International List  for services to British foreign policy and to British nationals overseas. Follow Jennifer on X  @JenAndersonFCDO and on LinkedIn at Jennifer Anderson CMG

The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (FST) is responsible for:  The UK tax system including:  Direct, indirect, business, property, and personal taxation (except for taxes covered by EST).   European and other international tax issues  Customs and VAT at the border  Fiscal Devolution  The Finance Bill and the National Insurance Bill  Indirect taxes, including stakeholder engagement on excise duties and excise fraud and law enforcement.  Tax administration policy  Input to Investment Zones and Freeports focussing on tax and customs elements  Taxation of charities, the voluntary sector and gift aid  Energy, environment and climate taxes (including transport taxes)  Energy profits Levy  The FST is the departmental Minister for HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and the Government’s Actuary’s Department.

The Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury (XST) is the Growth Minister and is responsible for:  The Treasury’s input to:  Workforce policy, including global talent and migration   devolution policy, including: regional growth, cities and elements of housing and planning reform   Net Zero, including Great British Energy, decarbonisation, and green industries  Industrial Strategy   Innovation including R&D, AI, digital economy and diffusion  Inward and foreign direct investment (non-FS), including HMT’ s oversight of the Office for Investment and investor relations  Procurement and commercial strategy  Economic and business regulation and competition  Reforms to the UK’s Public Financial Institutions, including driving growth via the National Wealth Fund and British Business Bank  Business engagement (non-FS)   The Crown Estate   Departmental minister for HM Treasury Group (including responsibility for the Darlington campus)

The Minister for Building Safety, Fire and Resilience is responsible for: Building safety, regulations, Building Safety Regulator and remediation  Grenfell Inquiry response  Fire policy and operations  Grenfell Community, Tower and Memorial  Net Zero and energy efficiency  Resilience, recovery, and emergencies  Government Spokesperson for Equalities Planning casework

The Minister for Housing and Local Government is responsible for: Lead on legislation in the House of Lords Homeownership and homebuying process  New Homes Ombudsman and redress  Sponsorship of Regulator of Social Housing Housing delivery and strategy engagement Local government engagement  Planning casework  Corporate matters

Sentencing Policy (including Sentencing Act Implementation) Youth Justice policy Youth Custody operations Men and Boys Irregular Migration (incl. Immigration Tribunal) Human Rights and ECHR Foreign National Offenders Prisoner Transfer Agreements Children of Prisoners Family Justice Mental Capacity Office for the Public Guardian administration Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories Artificial Intelligence, cyber and tech Cross-cutting corporate portfolio (including sustainability) Transparency and FOI SI Minister

The Minister for Local Government, Devolution and Regional Growth is responsible for: Local government finance, including local taxation, business rates and local government pensions Local government policy, including standards, stewardship, local audit and governance Local government reorganisation  English devolution, including integrated settlements, Combined Authorities and pan-regional bodies Local and regional growth and investment Growth funds, including Pride in Place and Community Right to Buy Fund Community ownership and co-operative development High streets and town centres Town and parish councils Planning casework

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Criminal Law Victims, Witnesses and Vulnerabilities Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Rape and Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO) Hillsborough Law Death Management, Inquiries and Coroners Probate (excluding fees) Miscarriages of Justice Criminal Cases Review Commission International Justice (including Private International Law and Rule of Law) Devolution and the Union

Sarah Sackman KC MP was reappointed Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services in the Ministry of Justice on 21 July 2026. She was previously Minister of State for Courts and Legal Services in the Ministry of Justice between 2 December 2024 and 21 July 2026, and Solicitor General from the 9 July 2024 to 2 December 2024. She was elected as the MP for Finchley and Golders Green in July 2024. She was called to the Bar in 2008 and worked as a barrister at Francis Taylor Building and Matrix Chambers, focusing on public, election, planning, environment and rating law.

The Minister for Homelessness, Democracy, Communities and Faith is responsible for: Communities, including parks, playgrounds and green spaces and private parking Social cohesion Faith Homelessness and rough sleeping Supported housing and domestic abuse Resettlement Elections policy

Catherine McKinnell was appointed Minister of State for Prisons, Probation and Reducing Reoffending at the Ministry of Justice on 21 July 2026. She was previously Minister of State (Minister for School Standards) at the Department for Education between 8 July 2024 and 6 September 2025. She was elected as the Labour MP for Newcastle Upon Tyne North in May 2010.

The Minister for Housing and Planning is responsibile for: Planning reform and the National Planning Policy Framework Housing delivery, including large-scale new settlements programme (New Towns) Brownfield Infrastructure Land and Housing Infrastructure Funds Housing supply strategy Homes England and Planning Inspectorate sponsorship HM Land Registry and land transparency Social housing Social and Affordable Homes Programme  Housing quality Private rented sector Leasehold and commonhold reform Planning casework

The Chancellor of the Exchequer is the government’s chief financial minister and is responsible for growing the UK economy, raising revenue through taxation or borrowing and for controlling public spending. He has overall responsibility for the work of the Treasury.  The Chancellor’s responsibilities cover:   Economic and fiscal policy (including presenting the annual Budget)  Oversight of the monetary framework, including setting the inflation remit, and liaison with the Governor of the Bank of England on monetary policy  UK growth and productivity, including working across government on innovation, new technologies, skills, labour markets, migration and competition.    UK public financial institutions   Capital markets and listings  Leading on international economic and financial affairs including at the G7 and G20 and acting as the UK Governor of the IMF, EBRD and AIIB.   Economic security and resilience policy  International defence and security financing

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury (EST) is the City Minister and is responsible for financial services policy, reform and regulation. She is also responsible for some specific elements of tax policy. EST also supports the Chancellor on multilateral international policy and engagement.   Specific financial services responsibilities include:  Engagement with the financial services sector  Financial conduct and financial stability, including relationships with the FCA and PRA  Competitiveness and growth of the financial services sector  Banking and consumer credit  Insurance and pensions markets  Financial inclusion and capability  Sustainable finance  Fintech, digitalisation and cryptoassets  International financial services policy  Cash and Payments including Royal Mint  Elements of tax policy including financial services tax, ISAs and savings tax   Financial sanctions and countering economic crime, including the Office for Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI)  Supporting the Chancellor on international policy work, including:  Multilateral development banks  Ukraine –  financing, sanctions, economic pressure   G20 presidency planning  Trade  Women in Finance, Women in the economy and the gender pay gap   The Treasury’s interest in Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies issues

All Lords Business Cross-cutting CJS Strategy

A guide on the requirements and conditions to mandatory tax adviser registration.

The main decision-making and management committees at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).

Updated information about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and visa requirements ('Warnings and insurance' and 'Entry requirements' pages).

Responsibilities include: City and Region Growth Deals Delivery Transport and infrastructure Child Poverty Equalities and Communities Justice and Health Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Affairs Broadcasting , Culture and Sports Scotland Act Orders Local Growth Delivery Employment, Skills and Education

The Secretary of State for Scotland is the UK Government Cabinet Minister representing Scotland. They act as the custodian of the Scottish devolution settlement, represent Scottish interests within the UK Government, and advocate for the UK Government’s policies in Scotland.  They also promote partnership between the UK Government and the Scottish Government, as well as relations between the UK and Scottish Parliaments. Responsibilities include: Industrial Strategy Delivery Local Growth and City Deals Strategy Data, Digital and AI Investment, Economy and Fiscal Defence Energy and North Sea Policy Brand Scotland Programme International & Trade Missions Constitutional and Devolution Policy UK Internal Market Intergovernmental Relations Home Affairs Corporate

The main decision-making, executive, managerial and advisory bodies at HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

The AWC advises the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the Scottish and Welsh Governments on the welfare of animals. This includes farmed, companion and wild animals kept by people.

Removal of information about Colombian Elections on 8 March.

Updated information on surrogacy in Cyprus ('Safety and security' page).