UK Government advice update diffs

2026-02-17

/government/publications/chickerell-firing-times 16:50 Added Chickerell March firing times.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 16:47 Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a third premises near Newark-on-Trent, Newark and Sherwood, Nottinghamshire (AIV 2026/02), the surveillance zone has been revoked.

News and communications

/government/publications/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-vaccine-pgd-template 16:46 Updated PGD form.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg10-8nu-imperium-trust-company-uk-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprlp3422lwa001 16:43 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dt6-6nw-carole-barraclough-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprtp3921lta001 16:43 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/wr11-4tp-portway-investments-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprtb3195rha001 16:42 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/bd22-0ey-mr-charles-oldroyd-mr-tim-walker-and-mr-andrew-smith-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprrp3423msa001 16:41 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cm22-6pd-cheryl-ohara-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprjp3527lla001 16:40 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ip14-6dw-birketts-llp-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprvp3227lta001 16:40 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/hr8-2tg-robert-wilkinson-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprhp3229mpa001 16:39 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/so51-9nj-rivendale-commercial-properties-ltd-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprlb3244kna001 16:38 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/so32-3re-hugh-pringle-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprxp3620mxa001 16:37 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pl26-8xg-gph-carpentry-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprfp3629mxa001 16:36 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/guatemala 16:34 New information on the ‘State of Prevention’ currently in effect in Guatemala (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/download-the-hmrc-app 16:31 ‘What the app does’ has been updated – you can now use the app to tell HMRC you no longer need to send a tax return.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/maa-regulatory-instructions-ri 16:25 MAA/RI/2026/02: RA 3203 – Military and MOD Contracted Civilian Controller Medical Requirements – Use of Over the Counter Medication has been published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/designated-standards-new-or-amended-notices-of-publication 16:24 Proposals to amend added for machinery, equipment for explosive atmospheres and pressure equipment.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/designated-standards-toy-safety 16:24 Consolidated list amended.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/better-care-fund-framework-2026-to-2027 16:15 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/wf11-8dx-enfinium-ferrybridge-1-ltd-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprsp3239fuv010 16:10 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250147-land-to-rear-of-372-374-southmead-road-bristol-bs10-5lp 15:53 Bristol City Council response

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/environment-agency-grants-rathlin-energy-permit 15:31 First published.

News and communications

/foreign-travel-advice/spain 15:28 Updated information to reflect resumed high speed rail services between Madrid and Andalusia, and continued disruption on routes to Malaga and Algeciras (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 15:26 Tuesday 17 February 2026 update.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/become-an-apprentice-at-dstl 15:25 Added 5 new apprenticeship roles.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/pakistan 15:09 Updated information about recent attacks ( ‘Safety and security’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/italy-information-for-victims-of-rape-and-sexual-assault 15:00 List of English-speaking Italian solicitors specialising in rape, sexual assault and domestic violence has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/sn7-8he-multi-agg-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprbp3095euv006 14:59 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/apprenticeship-training-provider-accountability-framework 14:58 Updated to clarify how the past planned end date indicator is calculated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/being-an-authorised-corporate-service-provider 14:57 The Spring 2026 due date for presenter measures will be postponed until no earlier than November 2026, to prioritise the completion of the identity verification transition period for directors and PSCs and to give us more time to address stakeholder feedback.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/apply-for-home-responsibilities-protection 14:49 Welsh translation has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dartmoor-firing-programme 14:40 Updated Dartmoor March firing times.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/hmrc-email-updates-videos-and-webinars-about-creative-industries-reliefs-and-expenditure-credits 14:12 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/assessment-of-support-needs-for-accompanied-assignments-overseas 14:05 Updated to reflect this policy has been superseded by ‘Overseas Accompanied Service Assessments’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sustainable-farming-incentive-scheme-expanded-offer-for-2024 14:04 Correction to update on 9 February 2026 to actions print version PDF: You can do CS option AB15 on the same area as SFI action SOH1.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/overseas-accompanied-service-assessments 14:04 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ukandorra-convention-for-the-elimination-of-double-taxation-with-respect-to-taxes-on-income-and-on-capital-and-the-prevention-of-tax-evasion-and-avo 14:00 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-genuine-hmrc-contact-that-uses-more-than-one-communication-method 13:58 Information about ‘Small business communication preferences’ has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/disability-confident-employers-that-have-signed-up 13:58 Updated spreadsheets showing list of employers that have signed up to the Disability Confidence scheme.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/environment-agency-warns-of-ongoing-flood-risk-in-somerset-and-dorset 13:57 Updated to reflect the situation on 17 February 2026.

News and communications

/guidance/clinical-trials-regulations-transitional-arrangements 13:55 Clarified timelines for submitting notification of intent to follow old pharmacovigilance rules. Clarified that labelling updates to comply with the new regulations must be approved by the MHRA if they are substantial. Added guidance on post-QP certification labelling on or after 28 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/mca-approved-doctors-uk-based 13:38 Added Dr Dryden to Cornwall area.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250147-land-to-rear-of-372-374-southmead-road-bristol-bs10-5lp 13:35 PINS to Applicant confirming procedureProcedure is Written Representations

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/medical-facilities-in-croatia 13:29 Information has been reviewed and updated where necessary.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250144-115-hampton-road-redland-bristol-bs6-6jg 13:18 Decision Notice and Statement of reasons

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/jobs-guarantee 13:10 Updated ‘Jobs Guarantee Grant Application – Instructions and Assessment Criteria’ PDF. The previous version has been updated to correct errors that have come to light. The following sections were updated – Section 8 Delivery Plan – April 2026 to July 2026 changed to April 2026 to July 2027, Section 9 – Organisational Capability and Governance and Monitoring (Scoring: Max. 12 points) has been changed to Section 9 – Organisational Capability (Scoring: Max. 12 points) and Governance and Monitoring (Scoring: Max. 6 points) and Section 10 Value for Money (Scoring: Max. 6 points) has been changed to ‘Value for Money (Scoring: Max. 9 points) these changes do not affect the total available maximum score across all sections.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 13:09 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 13:09 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250147-land-to-rear-of-372-374-southmead-road-bristol-bs10-5lp 12:58 Interested Party added

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/mod-war-detectives-the-joint-casualty-and-compassionate-centre-commemorations-team-our-future-services-current-appeals-and-past-cases 12:49 Added details of services taking place in March 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/ukhsa-issues-cold-health-alert-as-low-temperatures-forecast 12:37 Updated with latest CHA.

News and communications

/guidance/civil-processing-dates 12:16 All Civil updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/parc-prison-action-plan 12:05 Added the latest response letter to the independent review of progress at HMP Parc by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (Feb 2026).

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/submit-a-bulk-claim-sabc 11:54 FAQs updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-white-book-for-foreign-service-advisers-and-defence-attaches 11:44 ‘The White Book (February 2026)’ added and ‘Contact’ updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/confirm-a-notarial-or-document-service-is-not-available 11:35 Added a letter for use in Sierra Leone explaining that British certificates of no impediment are not available in Commonwealth countries.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/foreign-travel-advice/norway 11:34 New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/companies-house-environmental-policy 11:28 Added the environmental policy for 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/contracts-for-difference-cfd-allocation-round-8-supply-chain-plan-questionnaire-and-guidance-for-solar-applicants 11:17 Updated the guidance document and published the onshore wind questionnaire to reflect that onshore wind will continue be part of the Supply Chain Plan process.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/endorsing-bodies-innovator-founder-and-scale-up-visas 11:16 Removed Community and Business Partners from the list of Legacy Innovator Endorsing Bodies.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/sri-lanka-looks-to-join-global-charter-on-childrens-care-reform-to-boost-family-based-care 11:11 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/creative-businesses-to-benefit-from-government-finance-package 11:09 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/clinical-trials-for-medicines-modifying-a-clinical-trial-approval 11:08 Deleted row ‘Change to the approved IMP or non-investigational medicinal product labelling’ in the Route A substantial modifications and minor modifications table. This reflects that labelling changes may be submitted as a Route A substantial modification or be risk-assessed as a minor modification. However, as labelling is always a UK-specific part of the dossier, changes cannot be submitted as a Route B substantial modification.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/urgent-safety-updates-for-veterinary-medicines 11:05 New research and a news update have been added under ‘Other pharmacovigilance updates’.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/oil-and-gas-decommissioning-of-offshore-installations-and-pipelines 11:02 Consultation – Proposed changes to the rates of fees in respect of environmental functions and decommissioning functions

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/allied-joint-doctrine-for-air-and-space-operations-ajp-33b 11:00 Updated with Version C.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-defence-ordnance-munitions-and-explosives-safety-regulator-dosr-regulatory-notices 11:00 Added: DOSR Regulatory Notice (RN) 2026-03 – Solar Farms, Guidance on Separation Distances from Defence Explosives Facilities and DOSR Regulatory Notice (RN) 2026-01 – Update MOD Policy on TERP Ranges.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/money-laundering-regulations-supervised-business-register 10:58 The Supervised Business Register has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/joint-service-publication-jsp-765-the-armed-forces-compensation-scheme 10:57 ‘JSP 765: Armed Forces Compensation Scheme Statement of Policy’ updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/affordable-homes-programme-2021-to-2026 10:56 In ‘What the funding is for’ a secondary top-up figure of £300 million for Homes England and Greater London Authority combined was included. This has been amended to show £240 million for Homes England only.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/list-of-certifications-granted-for-approved-devices 10:50 Lists of certifications for approved devices granted to local authorities and manufacturers updated.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/morocco 10:48 Removal of information about risks from severe weather conditions in several areas across Morocco.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/general-data-protection-regulation-policy 10:48 The General Data Protection Regulation policy has been updated.

Policy papers and consultations

/foreign-travel-advice/niger 10:42 Removal of information about airport disruptions following gunfire and explosions in Niamey.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/changing-the-way-government-allocates-disabled-facilities-grant-funding-to-local-authorities-in-england 10:38 Added consultation response.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 10:35 River Thames: river conditions updated for Tuesday 17 February 2026. No stream warning changes.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/onley-prison-action-plan 10:31 Added the latest response letter to the independent review of progress at HMP Onley by HM Chief Inspector of Prisons (Jan 2026).

Policy papers and consultations

/government/news/sellafield-support-helping-change-young-lives-in-warrington 10:31 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/create-growth-programme-outputs-and-evaluation 10:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/defence-maritime-regulations-regulatory-notices 10:25 Added document: “DMR Regulatory Notice 02-2026 issue of Regulation Source Record”.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/reviewing-the-law-for-powered-mobility-devices 10:22 We have corrected the numbering of the questions in the downloadable response form. The questions have not changed. This does not impact responses that have already been submitted.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/returning-surveyors-programme 10:13 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/new-11m-fund-opens-to-support-jobs-growth-and-investment-in-port-talbot 10:07 Added translation

News and communications

/government/publications/applying-the-fsma-2000-model-of-regulation-to-the-capital-requirements-regulation 10:00 Added an update note regarding both the FCA and PRA’s proposed changes to the Securitisation Framework.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/harbour-revision-order-hro-prioritisation-framework 10:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/takeaway-owner-who-bought-apple-and-burberry-goods-instead-of-paying-tax-bill-ordered-to-repay-more-than-70000 09:59 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/how-to-collect-your-packaging-data-for-extended-producer-responsibility 09:51 An update collecting several minor fixes for accuracy. The reusable packaging section now explicitly states that reusable packaging must be reported twice. The hired or loaned section clarifies that it is the service provider who must report, not the person hiring or borrowing. The plastic subtypes section adds household drinks containers to the list of packaging types requiring a rigid and flexible split. The tertiary packaging definition has been corrected. The shipment packaging definition covers all tertiary packaging supplied to consumers, not just online or mail order. The section on packaging already supplied by another producer has been rewritten, using “supplied” rather than “reported” as the legal trigger. There are further minor fixes for style.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/extended-producer-responsibility-for-packaging-modulated-disposal-fees 09:49 We have replaced the PDF documents with HTML documents to make sure the content is as accessible as possible.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/ptq-timetable-guide-to-the-data-submission-process 09:30 Updated the document template and clarified guidance and validation. No changes to actual requirements were made.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dwp-statistical-summary-policies-and-statements 09:30 The ‘Background information note’ has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dwp-statistical-work-programme 09:30 ‘Selected DWP benefit statistics’ Consultation on proposed changes to scheduling and frequency of administrative-based statistics has been added to table ‘4. Under development’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/universal-credit-statistics-background-information-and-methodology 09:30 Added information about the move to Universal Credit, as well as updating age group categorisation

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/l-d-flowers-limited-npswr043802-application-made-to-abstract-water 09:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/dwp-administrative-based-benefit-statistics-proposed-changes-to-scheduling-and-frequency-of-releases 09:30 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/social-care-charging-for-local-authorities-2026-to-2027 09:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/rights-of-way-order-information-start-date-notices-inquiry-hearing-notices-and-rejection-letters-published-in-2026 09:22 ROW/3323377M and ROW/3369388 North Yorkshire CouncilROW/3349812 and ROW/3363336 Buckinghamshire CouncilROW/3356949 West Sussex County Council ROW/3364031 Oxfordshire County CouncilROW/3368596 Telford and Wrekin CouncilROW/3372925 Cheshire East Borough Council

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/assessment-process-and-criteria 09:17 Updated the links to the new UKDI ones.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/submit-a-defence-and-security-accelerator-proposal-online-acceptable-use 09:17 Updated links to new UKDI ones

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/defence-and-security-accelerator-terms-and-conditions-and-contract-guidance 09:17 Updated the links to the new UKDI ones

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/defence-and-security-accelerator-how-to-submit-a-proposal 09:17 Updated the links to the new UKDI pages

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/armenia 09:16 This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-if-and-when-you-need-to-register-as-a-tax-adviser-with-hmrc 09:15 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-if-you-meet-hmrcs-conditions-to-register-as-a-tax-adviser 09:15 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/400-cash-boost-for-disabled-adults-to-tackle-cost-of-living 09:05 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/ending-homelessness-in-communities-fund-prospectus 09:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/india-young-professionals-scheme-visa-ballot-system 09:00 The ballot is now open.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/paying-back-the-winter-fuel-payment 08:37 Information about when you’ll get a letter or an email notification to tell you that we’ve changed your tax code to take back your Winter Fuel Payment has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/joint-statement-on-the-2nd-anniversary-of-alexei-navalnys-death 08:24 Added translation

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/veterans-strategy 08:16 Added Welsh language version.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/official-veterinary-surgeon-ovs-notes 08:11 Added OVS note 2026/05: Clarification on completion of certain certificates for germinal products for entry to Great Britain.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/pm-call-with-prime-minister-carney-of-canada-16-february-2026 08:09 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/pm-meeting-with-king-abdullah-ii-and-the-crown-prince-of-jordan-16-february-2026 08:09 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/businesses-urged-to-lock-the-door-on-cyber-criminals-as-new-government-campaign-launches 00:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/mobile-jobcentres-hit-the-road-in-six-new-areas-to-deliver-employment-support 00:01 First published.

News and communications

2026-02-16

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 18:35 Further update from 16 February 2026: Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a third premises near Gainsborough, West Lindsey, Lincolnshire (AIV 2025/121), the 10km surveillance zone has been revoked.Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a premises near Chedburgh, West Suffolk, Suffolk (AIV 2025/119), the protection zone has ended, and the surveillance zone has been revoked.Further update from 13 February 2026: Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a second premises near Dereham, Breckland, Norfolk (AIV 2025 130), the protection zone has ended, and the surveillance zone has been revoked.

News and communications

/government/publications/cabinet-secretary-ministerial-direction 18:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/consultations/proposed-changes-to-penalties-for-motoring-offences 17:03 BSL and Welsh translations published. Consultation closing date extended to 11.59pm on 11 May 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/carbon-monoxide-co-antenatal-checks-algorithm-for-midwives 17:01 QR code added to Carbon monoxide (CO) antenatal checks algorithm: summary (print version).

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/china 17:00 Addition of information that from 17 February until 31 December 2026, you can enter China visa free for stays of up to 30 days for business, tourism, family or friend visits, or transit (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/become-a-dstl-graduate-or-student 16:58 Updated graduate information

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/uk-nsc-public-consultations 16:54 Closure of Fragile X syndrome consultation

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 16:48 Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a premises near York, North Yorkshire (AIV 2025/135), the surveillance zone has been revoked.

News and communications

/guidance/tag-sheep-with-ear-tags-pastern-bands-and-boluses 16:43 Added details to the guidance on this page about replacing tags. You should also read the guidance page: ‘Replace lost or damaged tags in sheep and goats’.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/become-an-apprentice-at-dstl 16:37 Removed out of date information from page.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/regulator-completes-in-depth-assessment-of-osteoarthritis-pain-relief-injections-for-dogs 16:35 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/capacity-market-reform-multiple-price-capacity-market-proposals-update 16:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/capacity-market-proposals-to-integrate-low-carbon-technologies-and-enhance-delivery-assurance-ahead-of-prequalification-2026 16:30 We have decided not to proceed with implementing the policy proposals associated with the Multiple Price Capacity Market (MPCM).

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/capacity-market-proposed-changes-for-prequalification-2026 16:30 We have decided not to proceed with implementing the policy proposals associated with the Multiple Price Capacity Market (MPCM).

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250149-703-fishponds-road-fishponds-bristol-bs16-3uh 16:20 PINS to Applicant confirming procedureProcedure is Written Representations

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/kenya 16:17 New information on travel disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International airport (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pl27-6pu-st-minver-house-care-home-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprub3842kga001 16:01 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg9-5jd-timothy-cooke-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprsp3422lpa001 16:01 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/hp18-9xx-magnolia-park-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprgp3629mga001 16:01 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/improving-moped-and-motorcycle-training-testing-and-licensing 16:01 Added British Sign Language (BSL) translation, updated closing date to 11 May 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/gl6-7qa-pcc-holy-trinity-church-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprap3623mza001 16:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/hp5-3nh-jane-fletcher-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprzp3129mva001 16:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/introducing-a-minimum-learning-period-for-learner-drivers 16:00 BSL and Welsh translations published. Consultation closing date extended to 11.59pm on 11 May 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/introducing-mandatory-eyesight-testing-for-older-drivers 16:00 BSL and Welsh translations published. Consultation closing date extended to 11.59pm on 11 May 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/mandating-vehicle-safety-technologies-in-gb-type-approval 16:00 BSL and Welsh translations published. Consultation closing date extended to 11.59pm on 11 May 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/ba3-2aa-wessex-water-services-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprrp3820mma001 15:59 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/bs24-6tl-michael-pepper-and-ruth-lewis-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprnp3522lya001 15:58 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/tq9-6lz-peter-caunter-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprgp3729mta001 15:58 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/energy-savings-opportunity-scheme-esos 15:52 Removed the Institution of Chemical Engineers from the list of approved registers for ESOS lead assessors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/syria-country-policy-and-information-notes 15:52 Added the country policy and information note: religious minorities (excluding Alawites), Syria, February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/decision-makers-guide-vol-1-decision-making-and-appeals-staff-guide 15:45 Updated DMG Vol 1: Summary of changes from October 2020 and DMG Chapter 06: Making appeals and staying

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-if-a-qr-code-on-a-letter-youve-received-from-hmrc-is-genuine 15:39 Information about a leaflet to help you prepare for Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/non-executive-directors-appointed-to-gbe-n-board 15:36 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 15:29 Monday 16 February 2026 update.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applying-to-protect-your-personal-information-on-the-companies-house-register 15:27 How we process your application – Removed sentence about asking for an assessment from a relevant authority about the nature and level of risk. This is no longer part of the process.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/use-a-driver-cpc-national-vocational-training-nvt-concession 15:18 Updated lists of courses.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/submit-a-bulk-claim-sabc 15:09 Guidance updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/crematoria-process-guidance-note 15:09 Fixed typos in the attachment ‘Crematoria: emissions limits, monitoring and other provisions’ under sections ‘Visible and odorous emissions’ and ‘Carbon monoxide targets’. In the attachment ‘Crematoria technical guidance: Who it’s for and how to use it’ under the heading ‘Burden sharing arrangement’ the final report deadline years have been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/crime-and-policing-bill-2025-delegated-powers-supplementary-memoranda 15:05 Addition of supplementary delegated powers memorandum: 13 February 2026

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/crime-and-policing-bill-2025-echr-supplementary-memoranda 15:05 Addition of ECHR fifth supplementary memorandum: 13 February 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/crime-and-policing-bill-government-amendments-for-committee 15:04 Addition of letter from Lord Hanson and Baroness Levitt to Lord Davies detailing government amendments for Lords Report stage: 13 February 2026.

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/government/news/environment-agency-warns-of-ongoing-flood-risk-in-somerset-and-dorset 14:50 Updated to reflect latest situation.

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/government/publications/list-of-foreign-office-posts 14:42 British Embassy Office Lviv, Ukraine, added to list.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/news/former-northeye-prison-site-in-bexhill-handed-to-homes-england-for-new-homes 14:41 First published.

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/government/publications/local-government-reorganisation-update-on-secretary-of-states-decision-regarding-local-elections-of-may-2026 14:36 First published.

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/government/news/new-technology-to-help-combat-drug-and-alcohol-addiction 14:27 First published.

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/government/news/uks-largest-tribunals-centre-opens-in-london-to-speed-up-delays 14:19 First published.

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/government/publications/benefit-and-pension-rates-2026-to-2027 14:18 Removed ‘proposed’ from the titles of the PDF and page as the figures have been confirmed.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/news/trespassing-on-thames 14:14 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/education-estates-strategy 14:09 Added an HTML version of the ‘Education Estates Strategy’.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/easy-read-guide-to-the-mmr-vaccination 14:08 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/business-events 14:01 New events: Business & IP Centre: Start-up, Start Here (3 March 2026) and IPCG Knowledge Share – Small Claims Track (19 May 2026) added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ip-crime-and-enforcement-for-businesses 14:01 The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) added to The UK IP Crime Group HTML.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/intellectual-property-office-service-availability-and-issues 14:00 All trade marks services will be unavailable for planned maintenance from 5pm to 10pm on Wednesday 18 February 2026 and All IPO services, with the exception of Search for patent, will be unavailable for planned maintenance between 7am Saturday 21 February to 6pm Sunday 22 February 2026 added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/heat-networks-regulation-technical-standards 14:00 Published information on the HNTAS technical feedback process.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/heat-network-technical-assurance-scheme-hntas-technical-feedback-process 14:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers 13:54 Uploaded new version of existing document.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/crime-processing-dates 13:53 All Crime updated

Guidance and regulation

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

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/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 13:43 Registers updated.

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/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 13:43 Register updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/inverters-with-maximum-power-point-tracking-functionality-tariff-notice-2 13:11 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/uk-and-california-deepen-ties-on-clean-energy-to-boost-investment 13:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/local-partnership-opportunities-with-jobcentre-plus 12:43 Service Leader of East Midlands replaced with Joanne Clarke

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/millpool-firing-times 12:30 Deleted Millpool January firing times and added March.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/oil-and-gas-environmental-alert-notices 12:22 OPRED has published an Environmental Alert to remind offshore chemical Permit holders of the requirement to include offshore chemicals used in “Open systems” in the associated chemical permit. The Environmental Alert defines Open” and “Closed” systems.

Guidance and regulation

/government/case-studies/partnering-with-the-epsrc-funds-vital-defence-research 12:08 First published.

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/government/publications/businesses-approved-to-export-to-the-eu 12:02 Updated the lists of businesses approved to export to the EU.

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/government/news/professor-dame-carol-black-gbe-extended-as-chair-of-the-british-library 12:00 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-west-midlands 11:57 PSV notices and proceedings for the West Midlands release 2748

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-london-and-the-south-east-of-england 11:57 PSV notices and proceedings for London and the south east of England release 2850

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/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-scotland 11:56 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for Scotland release 2458

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-west-midlands 11:56 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the West Midlands release 3191

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-scotland 11:56 PSV notices and proceedings for Scotland release 2581

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/guidance/submit-a-bulk-claim-sabc 11:34 SaBC FAQs document updated

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/government/news/uk-hands-over-modernised-rehabilitation-wards-to-ukraine-armed-forces 11:22 First published.

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/government/publications/bird-flu-rules-on-meat-produced-from-poultry-and-farmed-game-birds-originating-in-a-protection-zone 11:21 Updated the table of key dates

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/government/news/mhra-launches-a-consultation-on-indefinite-recognition-of-ce-marked-medical-devices 11:21 First published.

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/government/publications/protecting-charities-from-abuse-for-extremist-purposes 11:15 References to UK Sanctions list updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/reserving-competitions-for-below-threshold-contracts 11:15 Guidance updated as the legislation is now in force.

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/government/publications/trisomy-18-description-in-brief 11:15 Added list of translations to the details.

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/government/publications/cdh-description-in-brief 11:13 Added list of translations to the details. Added link to guidance on printing leaflets.

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/government/publications/cvs-and-amniocentesis-diagnostic-tests-description-in-brief 11:13 Added list of translations to the details. Added link to guidance on printing leaflets.

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/government/publications/congenital-heart-disease-description-in-brief 11:13 Added links to translations in the details. Added link to guidance on printing leaflets.

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/government/publications/trisomy-13-description-in-brief 11:13 Added list of translations to details.

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/government/news/the-sia-welcomes-mike-cunningham-cbe-qpm-as-new-chair 11:13 First published.

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