UK Government advice update diffs

2026-09-02

/government/publications/river-arun-internal-drainage-district-idd 16:57 Removed additional regulatory guidance and edited dates for the Arun IDB Maintenance Programme 2026-2027.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/use-software-to-send-income-tax-updates-service-availability-and-issues 16:55 The service issue with viewing accounts in the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax service has been resolved.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/uganda 16:45 Updated information that, on 27 August 2026, the World Health Organisation declared the Uganda Ebola outbreak over (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Health’ pages).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/defence-event-and-exhibition-support 16:45 Amended link for expressions of interest in events and exhibitions.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/workers-and-temporary-workers-guidance-for-sponsors-part-3-sponsor-duties-and-compliance 16:40 Added an accessible version.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/childrens-social-work-workforce-guide 16:29 Added ‘Children’s social work workforce census, year ending 30 September 2027: guide’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/uk-backed-programme-supports-sustainable-livestock-farming-in-honduras 16:27 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/gigabit-broadband-voucher-scheme-information 16:19 Updates to the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme information page following the closure of the scheme to new voucher project submissions on 31 August 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/workwell 16:15 Updated the WorkWell typical user journey in Appendix A.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/contact-details-of-engineers-on-the-all-reservoirs-panel 16:12 Updated the September version of the panel engineers list.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/contact-details-of-engineers-on-the-supervising-engineer-panel 16:11 Updated the supervising panel engineers contact list for September 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pension-schemes-refund-or-reallocation-request 15:52 The attachments ‘Request a reallocation of a pension scheme payment’ and ‘Request a refund of a pension scheme payment (Pension Schemes Online service only)’ have been updated to include a link to the new online form.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/venezuela 15:49 Updated information on resumption of limited commercial flight operations from Maiquetía Simón Bolivar International Airport from 1 September (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/apprenticeship-unit-funding-rules-2026-to-2027 15:48 Added ‘delivery hours: evidence collection template’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/millions-to-be-invested-in-next-generation-of-legal-talent 15:47 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/managing-age-dispute-cases-in-the-detention-estate 15:46 Updated information about what to avoid during escort.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-local-covenant-partnerships-fund 15:35 This update confirms the successful delivery partner for the LCP and the outcome of a separate procurement process for the independent evaluation.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/oil-and-gas-opred-communications-2026 15:34 Summer 2027 Call for Information Letter – Added

News and communications

/government/publications/military-low-flying-raf-operational-low-flying-training-timetable 15:33 Added: Operational Low Flying Training Timetable 14 to 18 September 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/military-low-flying-mod-sponsored-air-exercises 15:32 Added: MOD sponsored, current or planned exercise list 7 to 11 September 2026 – HTML attachment.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/defra-privacy-notice-national-fraud-initiative 15:29 Updated privacy notice explaining how the Department for Work and Pensions is now the Data Controller for all National Fraud Initiative (NFI) data matching exercises.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/use-software-to-send-income-tax-updates-service-availability-and-issues 15:27 A service issue about viewing accounts in the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax service has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 15:15 EU vessel list for UK waters 2026 updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/hmcts-events 15:15 Added open day for Bolton Combined Court and RCJ, September 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/fetal-anomaly-screening-programme-handbook 15:11 Updated guidance in “Screening in in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) pregnancies” section

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/nhs-cervical-screening-cervical-sample-taker-training 15:11 Education pathway• section 3.1, added clarification to arrangements for nursing associates and physician associates• section 3.2, clarified the requirement for course accreditation• section 3.3, added the main elements of a quality framework• section 3.4, added employer responsibilities• section 3.6, clarifications to the role of NHS cervical screening mentor• section 3.7, clarifications to the training period• section 3.8, clarification to the duration of theoretical course• section 3.9, clarifications to the training model• section 3.11, added new topic 9: hrHPV self-testing• section 3.12, enhanced guidance on the use of pin code or code number• section 3.18, added the management of trainees exceeding the maximum sample limit• section 3.20, enhanced guidance on training records and portfolio documentation• section 3.21, clarified the assessment and ratification of trainee portfolios• section 3.22, clarified the certification process• section 3.23, clarified the management of trainee performance• section 3.24, added transfer of trainee progression between providers• section 3.25, added returning to cervical sample taker training (after absence)• section 3.26, added post certification competence and ongoing practice requirements• section 3.27, clarified update training requirements• section 3.29, added governance, escalation of risks, issues, and incidentsTopic 1• section 3.1, updated milestones • section 6.2, transgender (trans) men opt-in• section 6.6, people living with HIVTopic 2• section 2.1, updated epidemiologyTopic 4• section 1.2, updated further reading and resources list• section 2.1, information leaflet on hrHPV self-test for under-screened individuals• section 3.1, added people with disabilities• section 3.3, enhanced guidance on screening people with a physical disability • section 4, updated pathway Topic 5• section 5.2, hrHPV self-testing samplesTopic 8• section 10.1, mindful observation, and reporting of unusual findingsTopic 9• topic 9, hrHPV self-testing (self-test offer and clinical pathway)

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/fast-paced-funding-for-force-protection-innovation 15:05 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/learn-about-the-british-standards-that-apply-to-private-security 15:03 Replaced the BSI order form with the updated version.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/project-panoptes-protecting-the-force-enabling-manoeuvre 14:58 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/mhra-and-manchester-nhs-partner-on-health-innovation-sandbox 14:33 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/river-thames-restrictions-and-closures 14:29 New lock closure notice for Cookham Lock (Mon 7 – Fri 18 September 2026).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cookham-lock-sluice-works-2026-river-closure-notice 14:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/preparing-for-payment 14:24 First published.

News and communications

/government/consultations/improving-proportionality-and-safety-outcomes-in-building-control-telecommunications-work 14:20 Replaced Direction under the Building Act 1984: Dispensation for holes for fibre optic cabling (non-HRB).

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/bluetongue-latest-situation 14:18 Seven new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in England on 1 September 2026. There were cases in Cumbria, Devon, Lancashire, Staffordshire and West Yorkshire. Of these, 6 cases involved sheep and one case involved cattle. Four cases were tested following reports of suspicious clinical signs and 3 cases were as the result of a pre-movement test.Three new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in Wales on 1 September 2026. There were cases in Carmarthenshire, Powys and Monmouthshire. Of these, one case involved sheep and 2 cases involved cattle. All 3 cases were tested following reports of suspicious clinical signs.Two new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in Scotland on 1 September 2026. Both cases were in Dumfries and Galloway, 1 involved sheep and 1 involved cattle. Both cases were tested following reports of suspicious clinical signs.All cases presented with clinical signs typical of those seen in recent cases.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/resources-for-promoting-the-growth-and-skills-levy 14:18 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/syria 14:13 This travel advice has been reviewed for accuracy with changes made throughout, including terrorism in Syria, security situation, journalists in Syria and crime (‘Safety and security’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/br6-7ns-mr-geoffrey-harris-and-mrs-tracey-harris-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprfp3122mxa001 14:09 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sp11-7js-nicolas-grey-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprqp3928mya001 14:08 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/nr34-9xp-william-wilcox-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-epryp3721mf 14:08 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/case-studies/taking-flight-ukdi-funds-military-grade-powered-paraglider 14:08 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/so32-1pz-alan-hewlett-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprsp3127mua001 14:07 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/mod-health-safety-and-environmental-protection-hsep-functional-strategy 14:06 Updated: Defence Safety Function Operating Model (this was previously the MOD Health Safety & Environment Protection Operating Model); webpage title, to reflect change to the name of Directorate of Defence Safety and Support.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/enrc-litigation-concluded 13:58 First published.

News and communications

/government/case-studies/plato-planetary-transits-and-oscillations-of-stars 13:42 Page info updated

News and communications

/government/consultations/proposed-merchant-shipping-safety-of-navigation-regulations-2027 13:38 Update to link from Consultation document to Consultation Response Form.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/immigration-providers-south-west-support-directory 13:29 Directory updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/environment-agency-invites-boating-community-views-on-waterways 13:21 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/external-temporary-storage-facilities-codes-for-data-element-523-of-the-customs-declaration-service 12:54 Code GBAURENGLAKWX for Kintetsu World Express (UK) Limited in Renfrew has been removed. Code GBAUEAEBHXBUE for Flying Logistics Air Cargo Ltd in Walsall has been removed. Code GBAUBHMBHXGHE for Freightliner Limited in Birmingham has been removed.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/excise-notice-2002-alcohol-wholesaler-registration-scheme 12:51 Section 10.4 ‘If your details change’ has been updated to include new requirements for telling HMRC about changes to details related to an Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme approval.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/rules-for-buses-and-coaches-used-for-driving-tests 12:46 Updated to clarify that you the vehicle you use must require the driving licence category you’re taking the test for – you cannot use a vehicle that can be driven using a lower driving licence category, even if it meets all the other rules.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/rules-for-lorries-used-for-driving-tests 12:45 Updated to clarify that you the vehicle you use must require the driving licence category you’re taking the test for – you cannot use a vehicle that can be driven using a lower driving licence category, even if it meets all the other rules.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/guidance-for-driving-examiners-carrying-out-driving-tests-dt1 12:45 Data Protection Act – Updated section 9.01 – Individual responsibilities.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/local-nature-recovery-strategies-areas-and-responsible-authorities 12:40 Updated the map and list of LNRS areas and responsible authorities. Herefordshire (20) has now published their local nature recovery strategy.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dfe-update-2-september-2026 12:36 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-wales 12:10 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for Wales release 8973

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/russia-list-of-designations-and-sanctions-notices 12:10 Made 4 amendments under the Russia sanctions regime.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/guidance/hmrc-email-updates-videos-and-webinars-for-landlords 12:10 The live webinar link for ‘Residential property income for individuals – an introduction’ has been updated, along with the description on what the webinar will cover. The recorded webinar ‘How to get ready for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax’ link has also been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-north-east-of-england 12:09 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the north east of England release 6724

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-uk-sanctions-list 12:09 Made 4 amendments under the Russia sanctions regime.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-east-of-england 12:08 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the east of England release 5603

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-east-of-england 12:08 PSV notices and proceedings for the east of England release 2756

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-north-west-of-england 12:08 PSV notices and proceedings for the north west of England release 3244

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/prime-minister-puts-public-control-community-regeneration-and-cost-of-living-at-the-heart-of-plans-to-rewire-britain 12:03 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/story-of-the-bayeux-tapestry-to-be-brought-to-communities-across-the-country-as-prime-minister-joins-the-king-and-queen-and-president-macron-at-exhibi 12:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/storing-dead-wild-animals-collected-from-highways-and-public-areas-rps-378 11:58 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/low-risk-waste-positions-animals-and-animal-waste 11:58 LRWP 39 has been replaced by regulatory position statement (RPS) ‘Storing dead wild animals collected from highways and public areas: RPS 378’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/homes-england-logos 11:55 Design and Logo guidance has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-uks-approach-to-deforestation-regulations 11:53 Added a link to the section “Tackling deforestation in Northern Ireland ” where businesses can read more on how to comply with the EU’s regulation on deforestation-free products in Northern Ireland.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/tax-agents-handbook 11:41 Online services for agents – New section added ‘Keeping your HMRC accounts safe’, providing details on steps to take to reduce the risk of fraud and ways of reporting suspicious activity.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/hmrc-email-updates-videos-and-webinars-for-vat 11:32 The recorded webinar link for ‘VAT – using the Flat Rate Scheme’ has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/forestry-commission-events 11:30 Added the Romsey Show.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/list-of-maa-approved-organisations 11:27 An updated list of the MAA approved organizations has been published.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/azerbaijan 11:21 Addition of information about visa procedures for visitors travelling to Azerbaijan in connection with the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/energy-savings-opportunity-scheme-esos 11:18 Requirements for compliance with the energy savings opportunity scheme (ESOS) have been updated for phase 4.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/the-dbs-regional-outreach-service 11:16 Outreach Adviser contact details have been updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/applications-and-complaints 11:02 News Article.

News and communications

/guidance/set-up-and-run-a-limited-liability-partnership-llp 11:00 Edited section “Changes you must report”. You must tell Companies House about changes to your limited liability partnership’s people with significant control (PSCs) or explain why this information is not available.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/urgent-crown-development-application-mod-bicester-site-a 11:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/govuk-one-login-app-accessibility-statement 11:00 Added new accessibility issues iPhone users may find if their device is running iOS 26.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/duty-solicitors-rotas-information-and-guidance 10:55 Publication of the October 2026 duty solicitor rotas.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/joint-statement-from-the-leaders-of-the-united-kingdom-france-germany-italy-the-netherlands-canada-and-norway-on-the-e1-west-bank-settlement-plan 10:54 Slovakia added as a signatory

News and communications

/guidance/rural-payments-service-scheduled-downtime-and-technical-issues 10:50 Removed downtime for 1 September 2026 as now completed

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 10:45 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/proposed-merchant-shipping-safety-of-navigation-regulations-2027 10:42 Amended Consultation Response Form added, old version removed.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/regulators-notification-02-2026-consultation-on-the-regulation-of-drug-testing-devices 10:31 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/slovakia-list-of-medical-facilitiespractitioners 10:31 The guidance has been reviewed throughout.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/10-million-hospitality-grant-scheme-launches-in-boost-for-independent-pubs-restaurants-and-cafes 10:31 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 10:30 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/data-element-23-documents-and-other-reference-codes-union-of-the-customs-declaration-service-cds 10:27 Document codes Y851, Y862 and Y928 have been removed from Appendix 5A Union as they are no longer in use.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/official-veterinary-surgeon-ovs-notes 10:26 Added OVS note 2026/42: Tropilaelaps mite restrictions: Türkiye.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/imposition-of-monetary-penalty-citibank-na-london-branch 10:22 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 10:17 River Thames: current conditions updated for Wednesday 2 September 2026. No stream warning changes.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20260159-maple-house-nos-8-16-even-30-32-high-street-and-nos-1-7-princes-parade-potters-bar-en6-5ba 10:11 Consultee and Interested Party comments added. NPPF Addendum added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/vat-online-service-availability-and-issues 09:57 Planned downtime from 7am to 11pm on Sunday 27 September 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/recruitment-and-placement-agencies-approved-by-the-mca 09:56 01 09 26 version added

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-for-plastic-packaging-tax-service-availability-and-issues 09:55 Planned downtime from 7am to 11pm on Sunday 27 September 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/economic-crime-levy-service-availability-and-issues 09:52 Planned downtime from 7am to 11pm on Sunday 27 September 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/rogue-waste-gangs-exposed-as-heat-maps-reveal-englands-illegal-dumping-hotspots 09:49 First published.

News and communications

/government/consultations/biodiversity-net-gain-considering-a-targeted-exemption-for-brownfield-residential-development 09:39 We received a large number of responses to the consultation and are analysing the feedback. A full response will be published in due course.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/capacity-market-changes-for-prequalification-2027 09:38 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/capacity-market-new-technologies-2026 09:37 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/dl7-9fb-potters-farm-production-llp-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprbp3923uma001 09:34 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/common-land-notices-and-decisions-published-in-2023-2024-and-2025 09:30 Two hearing notices added, COM/3371262, Porkellis Moor, Cornwall – Tuesday 10 November 2026COM/3371991, Boswin Common, Cornwall – Thursday 12 November 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/lifetime-allowance-protections-and-enhancements 09:30 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/better-futures-fund 09:17 Pages updated with further information on Round 1 and Round 2 funding timescales and delivery plans (following the conclusion of recent procurements exercises).

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/yjb-response-to-the-governments-prison-capacity-plans 09:12 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/transfer-files-securely-with-hmrc 09:11 Welsh translation added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/prisoner-discipline-procedures-adjudications-policy-framework 09:00 Prisoner Discipline Procedures (adjudications) policy framework, DIS forms, IA forms, sentencing adjudication guidelines updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/management-of-security-at-visits-policy-framework-closed-estate 09:00 Framework updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/management-of-security-at-visits-policy-framework-open-estate 09:00 Framework updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/managing-prison-visits-psi-162011 09:00 Providing visits and services to visitors: PSI 16/2011 updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/proposed-merchant-shipping-safety-of-navigation-regulations-2027 09:00 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/arrested-or-in-prison-in-antigua-and-barbuda 08:50 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/mental-health-support-for-british-nationals-in-portugal 07:09 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/british-high-commission-honiara-welcomes-home-team-solomons-from-commonwealth-games 06:31 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/forests-are-part-of-the-identity-of-solomon-islanders-says-high-commissioner-turner 06:31 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/requests-to-amend-a-patent-after-grant 04:30 Section 27 amendment GB2626698 added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/patent-journal-special-notices-7163 04:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/how-to-get-paid-under-an-environmental-stewardship-agreement 00:15 Updates made because the final deadline for submitting your annual revenue claim has now passed.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/how-to-make-a-capital-or-revenue-claim-for-countryside-stewardship 00:15 Updates made because revenue claims closed at 11:59 on 1 Sept 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/revenue-and-customs-brief-9-2026-vat-liability-of-supplies-of-education-by-alternative-providers-of-higher-and-further-education 00:15 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/how-to-complete-a-countryside-stewardship-revenue-claim-by-email-or-post--2 00:15 Updates made because revenue claims closed on 1 September 2026.

Guidance and regulation

2026-09-01

/government/news/uk-accelerates-support-for-efforts-to-stop-ebola-outbreak-at-source 21:21 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/news/three-hundreds-of-chiltern--4 19:28 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/voluntary-code-of-good-practice-for-prize-draw-operators 17:51 In the ‘Signatories’ section, the following Operator Signatories have been added: Legion Comps, WinHive. The following Other Relevant Signatories have been added: Golden Egg Compliance, The Fair Draw Register. The following signatories have been removed: Auto Comps, Brickit Comps, Cash Kingdom, Easybig Wins, Instant Cash Competitions, Let’s Win, The Luxury Comp Collective, Raffall, Trionyx Labs Ltd, Volt Comps.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/pm-statement-to-the-house-of-commons-1-september-2026 17:36 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/prime-minister-andy-burnhams-statement-in-response-to-the-german-attribution 17:17 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/government-police-and-music-industry-unite-to-tackle-vawg 17:08 First published.

News and communications

/government/speeches/russias-actions-do-not-change-ukraines-sovereignty-nor-rewrite-her-borders-uk-statement-at-the-un-general-assembly 17:02 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/publications/report-receipt-of-waste-choose-a-software-provider 17:01 Updated the list of compatible software providers.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/using-the-nature-restoration-levy 16:48 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/nature-restoration-levy-enforcement-actions-and-appeals-process 16:48 First published. /guidance/understanding-the-nature-restoration-fund 16:47 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/kent-maidstone-probation-office 16:43 Disabled visitor parking is no longer available at this office.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/certification-officer-forthcoming-hearings 16:14 New Hearing listed:Bates, Floyd, Managan v TSSA: 2-4 February 2027Hughes v Prospect: 25 March 2027

News and communications

/guidance/uk-trade-agreements-in-effect 16:12 UK businesses can now trade with Canada under CPTPP following ratification of treaty.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/special-educational-needs-person-level-survey-report-specifications 16:05 The SEN2 person level survey report specifications have been updated for 2027.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/large-producers-that-stop-performing-producer-functions-rps-377 15:45 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/china-country-policy-and-information-notes 15:41 Published an updated version of the country policy and information note on modern slavery in China.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/loved-ones-of-asbestos-and-dust-disease-victims-to-receive-fairer-compensation 15:37 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/one-stop-shop-union-scheme-service-availability-and-issues 15:32 Planned downtime from 5pm on Friday 25 September 2026 to 9am Monday 28 September 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/vat-import-one-stop-shop-scheme-service-availability-and-issues 15:27 Planned downtime from 5pm on Friday 25 September 2026 to 9am Monday 28 September 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg8-9ny-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3344kaa001 15:23 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ox49-5dl-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3242kca001 15:23 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg20-8qx-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3244kva001 15:22 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/kt22-8qa-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3246kda001 15:21 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sn6-7rp-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3146kaa001 15:20 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg26-5ua-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3144kna001 15:19 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/gl54-5rs-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprlb3541kna001 15:18 First published.

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/guidance/funding-for-farmers 15:17 Information updated to show that applications for Capital Grants 2026 are closed.

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/government/publications/approved-oil-spill-treatment-products 15:17 Disperep 12 expiry date updated having passed the renewal process.

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/government/publications/rg20-7ex-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3342kna001 15:17 First published.

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/guidance/mrl-reference-diagnostic-and-advisory-services 15:16 Updated telephone number for NaTHNaC advice service

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/government/publications/rg26-5rz-thames-water-utilities-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnb3248kpa001 15:16 First published.

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/government/news/pm-accelerates-roll-out-of-police-rape-and-sexual-offence-teams 15:15 Added a quote from Alexis Bowater OBE.

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/government/publications/cb8-7pz-stockland-green-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprvp3528maa001 15:13 First published.

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/government/news/join-the-dbs-annual-conference-2026 15:06 First published.

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/government/publications/capital-grants-2026 15:01 Added information to inform that applications are closed. Included a link to how to make a capital claim page.

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/government/consultations/project-gigabit-national-rolling-open-market-review-september-2026 15:00 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/bluetongue-latest-situation 14:51 23 new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in England on 31 August 2026. Of these, 21 cases involved sheep and 2 involved cattle. All cases were tested following reports of suspicious clinical signs.6 new cases of BTV-3 were confirmed in Wales on 31 August 2026. Of these, 5 cases involved sheep and 1 involved cattle. All 6 cases were tested following reports of suspicious clinical signs.The list of cases has been updated.

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/government/news/secretary-of-state-orders-independent-judge-led-review-of-parades-commission 14:17 First published.

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/guidance/oil-and-gas-ospar-ems-recommendation 14:15 Oil and gas: Public Statements relating to 2025 operations

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/government/news/13m-to-turn-cutting-edge-research-into-real-world-farming-solutions 14:15 First published.

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/government/publications/firearms-law-guidance-to-the-police-2012 14:14 Amendment to the text in paragraph 10.3 to reflect the statutory guide for chief officers and the firearms application form.

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/government/publications/influenza-flu-vaccine-factsheet-information-for-patients-parents-and-carers 14:05 First published.

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/government/publications/defence-safety-management-system-jsp-815-part-1 14:04 JSP 815 has been updated to Version 1.3

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/government/publications/defence-safety-management-system-jsp-815-volume-2 14:04 JSP 815 updated following Defence Reform and new Safety Op Model.

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/government/publications/stateless-persons-nationality-policy-guidance 14:03 Change made in section Registration of a person born before 1 January 1983 to confirm how a person can register under paragraph 5 of schedule 2 of the British Nationality Act 1981.

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/government/news/12-new-experts-to-join-the-cmas-inquiry-panel 14:03 First published.

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/government/news/one-month-until-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme-start 14:02 First published.

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/guidance/crime-processing-dates 14:01 All Crime updated

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/guidance/civil-processing-dates 14:00 All Civil updated

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/government/publications/ukcosta-rica-air-service-agreement-cs-costa-rica-no12026 14:00 First published.

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/ukseychelles-agreement-concerning-air-services-cs-seychelles-no12026 14:00 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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/government/publications/uknorth-macedonia-agreement-concerning-air-services-cs-north-macedonia-no22026 14:00 First published.

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/fishing-opportunities-for-british-fishing-boats-summary-of-current-determinations 14:00 Updated summary of current determinations.

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/government/publications/hs2-air-quality-annual-report-2025 14:00 First published.

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/government/collections/command-papers-by-country-2013 14:00 Upload of [CS Costa Rica No.1/2026], [CS North Macedonia No.2/2026] and [CS Seychelles No.1/2026].

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/guidance/current-crown-commercial-service-suppliers-what-you-need-to-know 13:53 Update URN List

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/government/publications/the-uks-accession-to-cptpp-for-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises-smes 13:52 Section 2 of attachment updated to state that UK traders can now trade with Canada under CPTPP.

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/government/publications/alerts-for-vets-emerging-and-endemic-disease-alert-system-eedas 13:51 Added alert from 4 August 2026: Bovine lungworm cases diagnosed despite dry weather conditions.

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/government/publications/multi-factor-authentication-for-uk-visa-sponsors-sms-manual-13 13:49 Added accessible HTML.

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/guidance/check-genuine-hmrc-contact-that-uses-more-than-one-communication-method 13:35 Information about ‘Investors in offshore funds’ has been added.

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/government/news/solensia-7-mgml-solution-for-injection-for-cats-spc-change--2 13:18 First published.

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/government/publications/supplementary-code-for-digital-right-to-rent-checks-1-0 13:05 Supplementary code updated to reflec the publication of a new 1.1 version, which means this 1.0 never comes into force.

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/government/publications/supplementary-code-for-digital-right-to-rent-checks-1-1 13:05 First published.

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/government/publications/supplementary-code-for-digital-right-to-work-checks-1-0 13:05 Supplementary code updated to reflect the publication of a new 1.1 version, which means this 1.0 never comes into force.

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/government/publications/supplementary-code-for-digital-right-to-work-checks-1-1 13:05 First published.

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/government/publications/nhs-population-screening-information-for-transgender-people 13:03 Changed heading to ‘information for trans and non-binary people’. Added information on HPV self-testing to the cervical screening section.

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/government/collections/uk-treaty-action-bulletins 12:53 Uploaded Treaty Action Bulletin: August 2026.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/treaty-action-bulletin-august-2026 12:51 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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/government/publications/b77-5dy-techemet-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprcb3006cwv006 12:39 First published.

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-london-and-the-south-east-of-england 12:32 PSV notices and proceedings for London and the south east of England release 2878

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-scotland 12:31 PSV notices and proceedings for Scotland release 2609

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-west-midlands 12:31 PSV notices and proceedings for the West Midlands release 2776

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/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-west-midlands 12:28 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the West Midlands release 3219

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/government/publications/foreign-embassies-in-the-uk 12:27 Update to 3 lists: Consular offices outside London, Honorary Consulates and London diplomatic list and other representative offices.

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-scotland 12:26 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for Scotland release 2486

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/guidance/vcu-protocols-and-procedures-for-testing-agricultural-crops 12:26 Added VCU procedures for the 2027 harvest for Swede.

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