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Following the global IT outage on Friday 19 July, affected organisations should put in place vendor mitigations. The NCSC is also warning about an increase in related phishing.

Statement from Donna Jones, Chair of the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners (APCC) on His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary’s annual State of Policing report for 2023:

We have begun an investigation into an incident where a man was arrested by officers from the Metropolitan Police in Whitechapel, east London last week.     

Wellington farmer given suspended prison sentence for allowing slurry to run into the Westford Stream.

Entering formal negotiations is a welcome first step to ending ongoing industrial action.

The Cabinet Secretary for North Wales and Transport, Ken Skates has welcomed plans by the UK Government to begin the process of bringing rail services into public ownership across Great Britain.

Ten British nationals have been arrested as part of multi-agency investigation into drug trafficking from South America to Europe.

Expanded support to close the gender gap and attract the next generation of entrepreneurs.

An NHS spokesperson said: “The NHS is aware of a global IT outage and an issue with EMIS, an appointment and patient record system, which is causing disruption in the majority of GP practices.

Tom MacInnes, Interim Director of Policy at Citizens Advice, responded to Ofcom's announcement on banning inflation-linked mid-contract price rises, 

An entrepreneur was convicted today (19 July 2024) of fraudulently obtaining a COVID-19 Bounce Bank Loans to a value of £50,000.

Suzie Bailey, Director of Leadership and Organisational Development at The King’s Fund commented on the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s annual data registration report

The Prime Minister welcomed President Zelenskyy to Downing Street this morning, the first foreign leader to visit No10 during this government.

Despite efforts to rebuild public trust, the police are still failing to meet the public’s expectations and are letting down too many victims of crime, His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary has said.

The new government’s plans for growth hinge on a strong labour market but challenges of economic inactivity remain

Private renters are more satisfied with their accommodation than those in the social rented sector, according to new data published yesterday.

Thousands of people could benefit from a new oral hormone therapy for advanced hormone sensitive prostate cancer.

The rail industry must change the way it works together so it is better able to meet the challenges of climate change and deliver the safe, punctual and reliable railway that passengers and freight expect and deserve. So emphasised John Larkinson, Office of Rail and Road chief executive, addressing members of the industry yesterday.

On a visit to an online safety lesson at Whitmore High School in Barry, the Cabinet Secretary for Education, Lynne Neagle, had the chance to hear from pupils about the latest online concerns and the support in place to help.

Our ICS Network director Sarah Walter comments on the Adult Social Care Workforce Strategy Skills for Care have developed and new workforce data.

Two businessmen from Yorkshire have been sentenced for tax evasion of over £3.2 million, after they set up offshore companies to hide large profits from a land sale.

New Department for Education data shows school exclusions rising above pre-pandemic levels and suspensions skyrocketing

Telecoms customers must be told upfront in pounds and pence about any price rises their provider includes in their contract, under new consumer protection rules announced today by Ofcom

David Black, Ofwat CEO responded to the Government's plan for a Water (Special Measures) Bill in the King's Speech (July 2024)

Thousands of trade unionists are attending the Tolpuddle Martyrs’ Festival this weekend (19-21 July).

Leading education expert, Professor Becky Francis CBE, named as review chair.

Beth Prescott, Education Lead at the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ), commented on the Government release of the latest school exclusions and suspension data – 2022/23 academic year

The King's Speech announces the Armed Forces Commissioner who will be a strong, independent champion to improve life for UK service personnel and their families, while the Government reinforces the UK’s unshakeable commitment to NATO.

The Covid-19 Public Inquiry Module 1 final report, which examines resilience and preparedness for the pandemic across the four UK nations, was published yesterday.

New law bringing economic stability introduced to the House of Commons following the King’s Speech.

Funding includes up to £50 million available over the next three years for boroughs to deliver significant safety improvements to their local area.

Marking and grading are happening as normal this summer and this will continue in future years.

Nicola Abraham MBE set up the Jacob Abraham Foundation to support young people and families bereaved by suicide after her son, Jacob, took his own life at the age of 24 in 2015.

DASA has launched a new £2 million Themed Competition seeking fast paced proposals over four key challenge areas called Innovation in Support of Operations.

The FCA has told financial firms – including banks, payment firms and lenders – to do more to ensure parliamentarians, senior public servants and their families are not treated unfairly.

The language and culture around risk differ dramatically between defence and healthcare, and this may limit the UK’s ability to operate effectively. It may also lead to a focus on the wrong risks.

This multi-supplier framework agreement covers the supply and delivery of various grades and types of bulk salt for highway de-icing purposes, bagged salt and other de-icing products on a national basis

This is part of techUK’s Digital Economy blog series, where we deep dive into defining trends across the tech sector.

A ‘reset’ in British foreign policy should extend to reinvigorating the UK’s commitment to international courts and institutions.

The awarding organisation NCFE has launched a new initiative to provide young people with the opportunity to shape the future of youth employment.  

IOPC statement given yesterday in response to the Baird Inquiry Report.

CBI yesterday responded to latest Labour Market statistics – July 2024.

A former Met Police detective who sent sexual messages to a woman in a vulnerable position would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had he not already resigned, following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).    

APCC Chair Donna Jones yesterday responded to the government's policing and criminal justice legislative plans as laid out in the King's Speech.

legal age requirements, price increases, and limits on where fast-food outlets can be built can reduce exposure and access to unhealthy products. This can result in improved health outcomes among children and young people.

The Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC) has today published the report by Chris Henley KC into the organisation’s handling of the Andrew Malkinson case.

TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak has responded to today’s (Tuesday) labour market figures, which show that while real wages continue to rise, unemployment is also increasing.

A project in Bath has received £200,000 in National Lottery funding to help people reduce carbon and waste to landfill, improve the environment they live in and save money.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's remarks at the opening plenary session of the European Political Community meeting at Blenheim Palace this morning.

Ofcom is today seeking evidence to inform our implementation of changes to the listed events rules under the Media Act 2024.

The Environment Agency last year invested over £955,000 in 232 projects to improve fishing in local communities through the Fisheries Improvement Programme.

King's speech highlights priority areas for the Smart Infrastructure and Systems Programme. The announcements encompass significant energy, rail, water, and planning developments.

While the recently signed agreement between Russia and North Korea has sparked concern in the West, the reality is that cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang on sensitive technologies is not new – it is merely coming out into the open.

Painstakingly created over 800 hours during research for Dover Castle Under Siege, the model 'restores' the castle as it likely looked in 1216 – before it was besieged and badly damaged in a 'forgotten' civil war which changed the course of English history.

Integrated Care Systems are not doing enough to put the vulnerable people they support at the heart of what they do, according to a new report issued jointly by the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman and the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman.

AI, green energy, and reforming the apprenticeship levy were some of the key points in the King’s speech, which sets out the agenda for the legislation changes that the Labour government will introduce during the next Parliament.

CBI has responded to Climate Change Committee net zero assessment.

Environment Agency and partners carried out two road stops in Sussex to stop illegal waste carriers. 29 vehicles were stopped, and 27 offences were detected.

The new government set out its legislative agenda for the next year in the King’s Speech yesterday. 

Most of England and parts of Wales will experience warm temperatures at the end of this week, with some places in the southeast likely reaching over 30°C.

The summit is not only a chance for the new UK government to build relationships with European leaders, but a key opportunity for European countries to make progress on shared political and security challenges.

We are looking for an intern to work with the social researchers on our Analysis and Research team. The team supports the work of the Council by building the evidence base through research and analysis.

A Derbyshire Constabulary officer received a final written warning from a disciplinary panel for his use of force on an 18-year-old man who was drunk and objecting to being dropped at the roadside in the early hours.

CCW is seeking views on ways to improve WaterSure, which provides financial support with water bills to more than 220,000 households.

CBI yesterday responded to the King's Speech – July 2024.

Ofsted has published a letter with findings from a joint targeted area inspection of the multi-agency response to serious youth violence in Somerset.

This literature review documents research on Community Learning and Development (CLD) delivered within Scotland and internationally. The review forms part of the evidence base collected as part of the Independent Review of CLD, led by Kate Still.

As the first King’s Speech of the new Government, and the first of a Labour majority Government for 14 years.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer yesterday laid out his plans to deliver change for the country.

Yesterday’s King’s Speech confirmed that the newly-elected Labour Government will introduce a Renters’ Rights Bill to parliament.

The ‘truly dire’ state of the labour market has been revealed today with the number of people classed as economically inactive has spiralled to 9.4 million, as the Work and Pensions Secretary reaffirms her Plan to Get Britain Working again.

The Welsh Government has responded to the latest NHS performance data published today. A spokesperson said:

Isolated patients in hospitals will get support from a unique pet therapy project and young people from ethnic minority communities can access vital digital equipment, thanks to the latest National Lottery funding.

Find out what the King's Speech means for you.

List of bills applying to Scotland.

Equality watchdog has responded to King's Speech.

France is stepping into uncharted territory as a deeply divided National Assembly embarks on negotiations to form a coalition government.

Partnership project turns back the clock on River Evenlode. Avian ‘paradise’ created in just six months.

Since becoming Children’s Commissioner, I have spoken to more than one million children. They have shared their hopes for the future with me, as well as their worries.

Public Health Wales, alongside a range of partners, has opened a national conversation on mental wellbeing.

We have issued the London Borough of Hackey with a reprimand following a cyber-attack in 2020 that led to hackers gaining access to and encrypting 440,000 files, affecting at least 280,000 residents and other individuals including staff. 

TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak yesterday commented on the result of the union recognition ballot at Amazon – which saw the GMB fall narrowly short of recognition.

The statement comes after the King's Speech, 17 July.

The Environment Agency has invested £224,787 into more than 60 local angling projects in the South East.

The Strategic Defence Review will be overseen by the Defence Secretary John Healey, and headed by Lord Robertson, reporting in the first half of 2025.

In the King’s Speech today (17 July 2024), King Charles III announced that his Government will bring forward Digital Information and Smart Data Bill.

Union body strongly welcomes new employment bill and commitment to bring legislation forward within 100 days.

With more settled and warmer weather finally in the forecast later this week for some (albeit briefly), there’s been plenty of speculation on the seemingly dreary summer weather so far.

Planning approval for the Oxford Flood Alleviation Scheme has been granted subject to requirements. Decision is a significant step towards protecting the city.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has won the prestigious Campion Award for "Excellence in Official Statistics" at this year's Royal Statistical Society's (RSS) Excellence Awards. 

As discussions loom on expanding AUKUS’s Pillar 2 to include additional close US allies in the region, strong leadership and a clear vision are critical for building a more cohesive and resilient alliance structure in the Indo-Pacific.

Full text of the speech given by the Rt Hon Richard Hermer KC as he was sworn in as Attorney General at the Royal Courts of Justice (16 July 2024).

Ahead of Youth Employment Week, we spoke with Kate Queen, who recently completed work experience here at NCFE, to learn more about how she found the week and the knowledge that she gained to support her on her path to becoming a teacher. 

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

A Bill to reform the local tax system in Wales, including non-domestic rates and council tax, was yesterday passed by the Senedd.

The Environment Agency is stepping up to support farmers facing slurry storage issues through another potentially difficult winter season.

Improving living standards for working people through economic growth will be the central focus of new laws set to be unveiled by His Majesty The King today [Wednesday 17 July].

CBI has responded to inflation figures for June 2024.

Community groups across Scotland are sharing a bumper £17 million package of National Lottery grants announced today (WEDNESDAY 17th July).

Opportunities for collaborative working in Scotland’s best interests.

His Majesty’s most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament.

Labour’s election is the chance for a “fresh start”, says TUC chief

Pressure on Western banks to implement sanctions against Russia threatens a schism in the international financial system. 

Full text of the speech given by the Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood KC MP as she was sworn in as Lord Chancellor at the Royal Courts of Justice (15 July 2024).

Parliamentary elections are a travesty, and Syrians know it. But the vote plays an important legitimizing role for the Assad regime.

We are investing around £50 million a year into a portfolio of strategic research to ensure that Scotland maintains its position at the very cutting edge of advances in agriculture, natural resources and the environment.

TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak comments on today’s (Wednesday) ONS inflation figures, which show headline CPI inflation in June at 2.0%

Dr George Dibb, associate director for economic policy at IPPR reacts to today’s inflation news

Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, has, today (Wednesday, July 17), confirmed a number of schemes to support farmers and landowners before the Sustainable Farming Scheme is introduced in 2026.

Consultation launched by Environment Agency into landfill site proposals in Whitestone near Exeter.

Ofcom yesterday published its review of the BBC’s assessment of whether its proposals for three new music streams on BBC Sounds constitute ‘material changes’ to its public service activities.

Sarah Walter responds to the King's Fund report which assesses the progress ICS have made on system-wide integrated working on workforce.

CQC’s annual report on the safer management of controlled drugs in England highlights key findings from our work in 2023 under the Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) Regulations 2013.

Health Secretary Eluned Morgan has today announced the rollout of a new vaccination programme to protect against a common but potentially dangerous respiratory infection.

Victims of crime can watch the rest of a trial after they have given evidence without fearing they will negatively affect the outcome, the Crown Prosecution Service has reaffirmed.

A national RSV vaccine programme protecting infants and elderly will save lives in the UK

In its annual survey, The UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) warns that mounting debt, poor mental health, and expensive and unavailable childcare is placing children’s futures at risk, with 87% of parents of babies, toddlers, and children under 5 years saying that they are worried about their children’s future life chances.  

An organised crime group responsible for laundering millions in criminal cash, class A and B drug distribution and the attempted fraudulent acquisition of £1.5million of government grants has been dismantled following a two-year NCA investigation.

New guidance to support highways authorities when making decisions on local speed limits has been published yesterday.

A woman who gave false information and lied about her qualifications when applying and interviewing for a job as a senior nurse at a Welsh neonatal unit has been found guilty today of fraud. 

Yesterday’s report from His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Prisons (HMIP) on conditions at Feltham Young Offenders Institution is a horrifying reminder that urgent work to make sure no child grows up in prison needs to start now.

Cllr David Fothergill, social care spokesperson for the LGA responds to the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services annual survey, which found that councils are struggling financially to meet people’s higher-level needs

Renters in London worked for 197 days for their landlords this year. The 16th of July is the first day they start working for themselves.

A review has been commissioned by the Prime Minister and will be overseen by the Defence Secretary, and headed by Lord Robertson.

Young people travelling to popular holiday destinations to work in bars and clubs have been given advice on the dangers of labour exploitation.

New Defence Secretary, John Healey, has set out Britain's commitment to the AUKUS partnership as an important driver of jobs and growth.

Responding to the King's Fund report: Realising the potential of integrated care systems, Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the LGA’s Community Wellbeing Board said: “Councils play an important role in Integrated Care Systems. We’re pleased to see positive examples of good practice in the report of working in a coordinated way to deliver an integrated workforce.

New Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens has asked for an urgent action plan to support the Tata Steel workforce as she chairs the Port Talbot/Tata Steel Transition Board.

Business plan to improve productivity at the shipyard.

A community-led project in Brighton is on a mission to tackle food waste, by rescuing surplus food from supermarkets and transforming it into healthy meals for over 100 local people per day. 

Britain’s equality watchdog, the Equality and Human Rights Commission, has today updated its guidance for those placing or publishing advertisements, to help them ensure such adverts are lawful and do not discriminate. 

Two people who are believed to have filmed an incident in Nottingham are being urged to come forward to help an Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), investigation into a complaint about police use of force following a road collision.

£1.9 million in donations to political parties have been reported to the Electoral Commission in the final weekly pre-poll reports, covering donations received in the final week of campaigning and polling day itself.   

The funding will go to 17 projects aimed at ensuring everyone in the UK has a path to economic success and personal wellbeing, regardless of where they live.

A Greater London youth-led movement has received close to £495,000 to continue its work empowering young leaders through ‘Democracy Cafés’. 

This autumn, London's Overground lines will be given new names and colours in historic change to capital's transport network

Ian Price, Director, CBI Wales responds to resignation of First Minister

Two years since integrated care systems (ICSs) were formally created and with the new government confirming it is committed to the current structure of the NHS, The King’s Fund is calling on national bodies to do more to create an environment in which ICSs can succeed.

Ofwat has today announced that it is opening enforcement cases into four more water and wastewater companies as part of its ongoing investigation into how companies manage their wastewater treatment works and networks.

Support for redistribution of wealth and growing economy.

Critical safety maintenance work will replace joints on slip roads to the Westway structures, between the Wood Lane and Marylebone flyovers

Sarah Walter responds to the ADASS annual spring survey which highlights more people needing complex care, but less capacity to cope with it.

A digital technology that will help healthcare professionals provide a quicker diagnosis to people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be used by the NHS, NICE has said in draft guidance.

Jonathan Reynolds will tell G7 counterparts in Italy new global approach will allow UK businesses to plan for economic growth over the next 10 years

With only a few days left until young people across the country break up for the summer holidays, youth counselling services are highlighting the importance of all year-round mental health support, with the support of National Lottery funding. 

UN Convention on the Rights of the Child Act commences. 

Minister Neville-Rolfe yesterday convened counter fraud experts representing 13 local authorities across the country to share best practice in the fight on fraud.

The King and Queen are on a two-day visit to the Channel Islands, carrying out engagements in Jersey on Monday and Guernsey on Tuesday. The visit highlights the special and historic relationship between the Channel Islands and the Royal Family, which stretches back centuries.

A terrorist who used social media platforms such as TikTok to encourage terrorism has been jailed for four years. 

Proposals to extend Cycleway 9 would make it easier for people to access local amenities and public transport, connecting Brentford town centre and key stations

After the Three Lions’ achievement of reaching the UEFA EURO 2024 on Sunday night, the government has published its plans to ensure the team's legacy

Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director, Catherine Russell, UNFPA Executive Director, Natalia Kanem, WHO Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, UN Women Executive Director, Sima Bahous, and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk 

We have been recognised for our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ staff and customers after reaching number 11 on Stonewall's Top 100 Employers list for 2024.

Court winds-up company after Insolvency Service uncovers evidence of government loan abuse

First-of-its-kind analysis of who voted for Labour and what they want finds a coalition backing bold action on the economy, finds IPPR and Persuasion UK

A UK start-up is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) robot that will perform critical tasks in environments too hazardous for humans.

The SWWE Regional Network were very pleased to welcome back to Bristol Roy Millard, of APM’s Assurance Interest Group on 9 July 2024, to talk about project reviews and hopefully answer all your questions.

Manchester-based company believed to be offering insolvency practitioner services when it was not authorised to do so is wound-up in court.

There is new energy and optimism in health policy. That is much needed. And while much of the public and media framing has been about a broken NHS and the ‘NHS Plan’, for understandable reasons, arguably the biggest commitment in the new government’s health policy is its commitment to tackling health inequalities.

Twenty six innovative projects to enhance UK and Swiss collaborations and capabilities in the emerging fields of technology have been announced.