UK Government advice update diffs

2026-01-17

/government/news/pm-meeting-with-united-nations-secretary-general-antonio-guterres-16-january-2026 10:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/mhra-statement-on-new-review-of-paracetamol-safety-during-pregnancy 10:07 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 09:44 River Thames: current conditions updated for Saturday 17 January 2026. Changes to following reaches: Blakes and Boulters

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/designated-standards-active-implantable-medical-devices 00:05 Notice of publication amended and consolidated list updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/designated-standards-in-vitro-diagnostic-medical-devices 00:05 Notice of publication amended and consolidated list updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/designated-standards-medical-devices 00:05 Notice of publication amended and consolidated list updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/government-customer-services-to-be-modernised-with-help-of-industry-experts 00:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/life-saving-jesss-rule-to-be-advertised-in-every-gp-surgery 00:01 First published.

News and communications

2026-01-16

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 18:50 Updates have been added for 3 cases in England.

News and communications

/foreign-travel-advice/uganda 16:59 Updated information about reports of violent incidents during the election period, including in Kampala (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/apply-for-a-county-parish-holding-cph-number 16:50 Animal by product operators in England do not need a CPH number.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/find-a-professional-to-certify-export-health-certificates 16:49 Updated the list of professionals who can certify export health certificates in England.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pet-travel-approved-air-sea-rail-and-charter-routes-for-the-movement-of-pets 16:48 Updated the list of airlines and airports you can use for pet travel.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/passport-printing 16:44 Updated the passport printing and dispatch guidance, a full list of the changes can be found in the guide.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/register-medical-devices-to-place-on-the-market 16:41 Published Device Registration Fee Changes from 1 April 2026 recording

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/building-control-charges-notices-and-certificates 16:37 Duplicate text removed from question 117.

Policy papers and consultations

/guidance/hm-courts-and-tribunals-service-information-bulletins 16:30 Updated page, added 16 January

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/direct-ministerial-appointments 16:30 Updated the main page to include details on the Direct Ministerial Appointments Announcements Portal

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/medicines-that-cannot-be-parallel-exported-from-the-uk 16:28 Updated to add: Aspirin (strength: all; pharmaceutical form: all); and Ifosfamide (strength: 1g/2g; pharmaceutical form: powder for solution for injection vials).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/regional-fisheries-groups-south-7d 16:19 Cuttlefish Action Plan section added and an update to the Meeting Notes.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cancellation-of-passports 16:16 This guidance has been updated: to remove references to Application Management System (AMS); in the Cancelling a British passport in error section; in the Cancelling UK series C and series D e-passports (blue e-passport) section to explain how to cancel the new series D e-passport; in the How to securely destroy a passport section to explain how to destroy the new series D e-passport.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/featherstone-prison 16:15 Bookings weekend visits must be made by Thursday, 5 pm.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/regional-fisheries-groups-south-west-7efg 16:13 Update to the Cuttlefish Action Plan section.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10725-poultrymeat-import-quota 16:09 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/battlefield-tactics-to-inspire-uk-fight-against-prison-drones 16:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/confined-establishments-approved-to-export-captive-bred-birds-to-the-eu 15:51 Updated the list of confined establishments in Great Britain.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 15:45 Friday 16 January 2026 update.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ofquals-action-plan-for-the-prevention-of-qualification-fraud 15:45 London Institute of Banking & Finance and RSL Awards Ltd added to the list of organisations supporting Ofqual’s Fraud Action Plan.

Policy papers and consultations

/foreign-travel-advice/mozambique 15:40 Latest update: Addition of information about risks from flooding in low-lying areas, including in the capital, Maputo (‘Safety and security’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/uk-marks-first-year-of-100-year-partnership-in-kyiv-for-reform 15:36 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/chancellor-marks-beginning-of-construction-at-new-government-hub 15:35 First published.

News and communications

/government/speeches/the-deputy-prime-ministers-speech-to-100-year-partnership-event 15:34 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/scotland-firing-times 15:33 Amended Castlelaw firing times January 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dartmoor-firing-programme 15:31 Updated Dartmoor January and February 2026 firing times.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/matts-youth-advisers-at-british-embassy-prague-third-year 15:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/dbs-application-forms-countersignatories-guide 15:27 Information about the new self-employed guidance has been that came into effect 21 Jan 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/special-educational-needs-survey 15:25 Added a link to the ‘Special educational needs person level survey: report specifications’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/special-educational-needs-person-level-survey-report-specifications 15:25 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dbs-update-service-employer-guide 15:25 Information has been added about the new self-employed guidance that came into effect from 21 Jan 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/export-insurance-policy-a-guide-for-brokers 15:15 Small Export Builder Endorsement PDF Updated Multiple Contract Policy PDF updated

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/dbs-check-requests-guidance-for-employers 15:12 Information about the self-employed guidance that came into effect from 21 Jan 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/carriage-of-dangerous-goods-guidance-note-26 15:10 Guidance revised to make it clearer.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-genuine-hmrc-contact-that-uses-more-than-one-communication-method 15:08 Information about ‘Our VAT assessment – follow up letter’ feedback sessions has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dbs-application-forms-guide-for-applicants 15:08 DBS application form: guide for applicants has been updated with information about the new self employed guidance that came into effect on 21 January 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dbs-guidance-leaflets 15:02 Eligibility for healthcare roles leaflet has been updated to make reference to the new self employed guidance that comes into effect on 21 January 2026

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/extended-producer-responsibility-for-packaging-register-and-pay-the-fee 15:01 Amended to remove references to provisional charges from 1 January 2026. These charges are now confirmed figures.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/private-individuals-employing-self-employed-workers-or-personal-employees 14:55 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rates-and-allowances-inheritance-tax-thresholds-and-interest-rates 14:53 The link to the Calculate Inheritance Tax interest tool has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/february-2026-catch-limit-review 14:53 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/bird-flu-rules-on-meat-produced-from-poultry-and-farmed-game-birds-originating-in-a-protection-zone 14:52 Updated the table of key dates

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/dbs-checks-for-self-employed-people-and-personal-employees 14:51 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/licences-for-the-importexport-of-agricultural-products 14:49 RPA address has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10425-imports-of-sugar-under-statutory-instrument-2020-no-1432 14:43 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/training-and-events-ukhsa-knowledge-and-library-services 14:42 KLS training and events page updated with January and February 2025 dates.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/businesses-approved-to-export-to-the-eu 14:42 Updated the lists of businesses approved to export to the EU.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/sfo-secures-three-convictions-for-70-million-investment-fraud 14:34 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/automatic-disqualification-rules-for-charity-trustees-and-charity-senior-positions 14:31 Updated to reflect changes as part of the Charities Act 2022.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/how-to-report-a-serious-incident-in-your-charity 14:31 Amended to reflect changes as part of Charities Act 2022.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/hm-land-registry-local-land-charges-search-results 14:30 Bath and North East Somerset Council will join the Local Land Charges Register on 16 January 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/confirm-the-identity-of-someone-representing-hmrc 14:27 The telephone number to confirm an officer’s identity has been updated. Information has been added on how to report suspicious HMRC emails, texts, social media accounts and phone calls.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10025-imports-of-garlic-from-countries-other-than-china-and-eu-member-states-under-statutory-instrument-no20201432 14:25 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-uk-sanctions-list 14:21 Made 1 variation under the Russia sanctions regime.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/financial-sanctions-consolidated-list-of-targets 14:21 HM Treasury Notice, Russia, 16/01/2026 added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/financial-sanctions-ukraine-sovereignty-and-territorial-integrity 14:21 HM Treasury Notice, Russia, 16/01/2026 added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10125-imports-of-rice-under-statutory-instrument-2020-no-1432 14:19 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1 14:05 Updated to provide further information to customers for the Comprehensive Projects scheme about the requirements. Question 4.1 updated and 2.2 specifications tab.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10225-imports-of-cereals-under-statutory-instrument-2020-no-1432 14:02 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/research-for-development-outputs/correlates-of-sexually-transmitted-infections-among-syrian-refugee-women-and-girls-in-lebanon-knowledge-symptoms-and-health-seeking-behaviors 14:00 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/news/baroque-masterpiece-worth-9000000-at-risk-of-leaving-the-uk 14:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/advice-for-decision-making-staff-guide 13:48 Updated ADM summary of changes and Chapter F7: Childcare costs element.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/legal-aid-agency-cyber-security-incident 13:37 Civil applications: High-Cost Family work Contingency Processes document updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-brokers-authorised-to-deal-in-human-medicines 13:35 Updated List of brokers authorised to deal in human medicines – January 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/medicines-terminated-and-cancelled-manufacturing-and-wholesale-dealer-licences 13:34 Updated List of Cancelled, Terminated and Revoked Licenses – December 2025 to latest version

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10325-milk-products-import-quota 13:27 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/document-checks-and-charges-for-carriers 13:24 Updated information on visa checks in section 2.3.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10525-imports-of-olive-oil-from-tunisia-under-statutory-instrument-2020-no-1432 13:17 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-to-traders-10625-pigmeat-import-quota 13:12 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/get-intellectual-property-right-step-by-step 13:10 New design fees update for the 1 April 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/consultations/late-payments-tackling-poor-payment-practices 13:00 Opening paragraph added highlighting that a response will be published in early 2026.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/choosing-a-trusts-financial-management-system-fms 12:58 Updated ‘FMS comparison matrix’ with latest version.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/eu-attestation-of-equivalence-application-guidance 12:52 RPA address updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/galw-trefi-cymrucould-a-welsh-town-be-crowned-the-first-uk-town-of-culture 12:50 Added translation

News and communications

/guidance/top-ten-imported-veterinary-medicines-quarterly-report-1-october-to-31-december-2025 12:49 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250129-second-floor-flat-224-bath-road-bristol-bs4-3eq 12:37 Decision Notice and Statement of Reasons

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-north-east-of-england 12:33 PSV notices and proceedings for the north east of England release 2719

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-north-west-of-england 12:27 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the north west of England release 7139

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/claim-state-pension-if-you-live-abroad 12:13 Updated Claim form if you reach State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016 (IPCBR1NSP) and Guidance about claiming if you reach State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016 (IPCBR1NSP Notes).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/internal-temporary-storage-facilities-itsfs-codes-for-data-element-523-of-the-customs-declaration-service 12:13 Code GBAUAMSBDNMOD has been added for MOD Boscombe Down in Salisbury.Code GBAUBZZBZNRAF has been added for RAF Brize Norton in Carterton.Code GBAUFFOFFDFFO has been added for RAF Fairford in Fairford.Code GBAULSSLOSLSS has been added for RAF Lossiemouth in Lossiemouth.Code GBAUNHTNHTRAF has been added for RAF Northolt in Ruislip.Code GBAUODMODIRAF has been added for RAF Odiham in Hook.Code GBAUWDDWADWDD has been added for RAF Waddington in Waddington.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/corporation-tax-research-and-development-tax-relief-for-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises 12:03 Information has been added with what should be included when calculating if you are a small and medium-sized enterprise.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/new-chair-appointed-to-the-royal-parks 12:00 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/check-if-an-email-youve-received-from-hmrc-is-genuine 11:57 The section ‘Freeport and Investment Zone Tax Relief Claims for National Insurance contributions’ has been updated to reflect new start and end dates for the email campaign.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/submit-a-bulk-claim-sabc 11:53 Information on the Submit a Bulk Claim (SaBC) page has been updated and the attachments have been refreshed.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pet-travel-checks-on-pets-by-transport-carriers 11:52 Updated the guidance on how to check rabies vaccination information in 2013 passports.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250151-15-sterncourt-road-stapleton-bristol-bs16-1lb 11:46 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/help-and-support-for-making-tax-digital 11:45 The sections ‘Making Tax Digital for Income Tax for agents’ and ‘Making Tax Digital for Income Tax for businesses’ have been added.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/river-thames-lock-keeper-service 11:42 River Thames: lock keeper service rota updated for Monday 19 January to Sunday 25 January 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/guidance-and-tools-for-digital-accessibility 11:42 Updated link to Guide to WCAG and added a link to Future Learn’s Accessibility in Government course.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 11:41 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-of-proposed-amendments-npa-2014-documents 11:41 NPA 26/05 has been published proposing amendments to RA 3301 – Meteorological Support to Air Traffic Service Units. This NPA closes for comments on 13 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/notice-of-proposed-amendments-npa-reference-table 11:41 NPA 26/05 has been published proposing amendments to RA 3301 – Meteorological Support to Air Traffic Service Units. This NPA closes for comments on 13 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 11:40 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/newborn-blood-spot-screening-laboratory-guide-for-imds 11:22 Added a note to section 15.3.1 of the handbook on the potential for false negative results in pregnant patients receiving nitisinone.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/plant-imports-authorised-border-control-posts-in-the-uk 11:21 Updated: Plant imports: control points in the UK.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/get-approved-to-provide-dangerous-goods-adr-driver-training 11:12 Added Llewellyn (Safety Advisors) Europe Limited to list of authorised associations in the ‘Buy accredited training materials from an authorised association’ section.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/medicines-get-scientific-advice-from-mhra 11:01 Removed info box at the top of the page as out of date

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/regulator-issues-official-warnings-to-two-church-of-england-dioceses 11:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/vital-lifeline-for-widewater-lagoon-wildlife-to-be-restored 11:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/200-million-landmark-send-teacher-training-programme 10:59 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/get-intellectual-property-right-step-by-step 10:58 Apply to protect your intellectual property for apply for trade mark, apply for a patent and apply for a design fees updated for 1 April 2006.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/martyn-olivers-speech-at-the-livery-education-conference-2026 10:56 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/paye-internet-submissions-expenses-and-benefits-schema-2025-to-2026 10:46 The files ‘Expenses and Benefits Error Catalogue 2025 to 2026’ and ‘Valid Samples 2026’ have been added.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/uganda 10:44 Updated information about the announcement of the Presidential election results on or before Saturday 17 January (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/coming-to-the-uk 10:38 Updated the reasons passengers might not get through eGates.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/secretary-of-state-for-transports-honorary-medical-advisory-panels 10:35 Updated with current vacancies for panel members.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/late-filing-penalties 10:33 Added a list of the debt collection agencies that work on our behalf.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/expert-member-for-the-secretary-of-state-for-transports-honorary-medical-advisory-panels 10:30 Updated with current medical panel vacancies.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/lay-member-for-the-secretary-of-state-for-transports-honorary-medical-advisory-panels 10:30 Updated with current medical panel vacancies.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-firearms-revocation-consequential-amendment-and-saving-provision-regulations-2026 10:29 First published.

Brexit

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/ea-launches-new-permit-consultation-for-davidstow-creamery 10:27 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250145-33-brockworth-crescent-stapleton-bristol-bs16-1hq 10:23 Questionnaire and supporting documents

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 10:22 River Thames: current conditions updated for Friday 16 January 2026. Changes to following reaches: St John’s, Buscot, Grafton, Pinkhill, Days, Marsh, Bray and Penton Hook.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/imported-fever-service-ifs 10:19 Contact details have been updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/mca-approved-doctors-uk-based 10:19 Updated contact details for Dr Buluro in London.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/pm-call-with-the-amir-of-qatar-sheikh-tamim-bin-hamad-al-thani-16-january-2026 10:19 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/mcerts-performance-standard-for-portable-emission-monitoring-systems 10:07 This guidance has been revised to update the content and remove some out of date information. Changed the publishing format from PDF to webpage (HTML).

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/how-to-challenge-your-council-tax-band-a-step-by-step-guide 10:05 Added Welsh translation.

News and communications

/guidance/contact-homes-england-ahp-2021-to-2026-or-sahp-2026-to-2036 10:00 A contact email has been provided for Strategic Partner applications to the SAHP.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/sahp-2026-to-2036-after-applying 10:00 Added links to guidance on bidding for funding as a Strategic Partnership and bidding for funding using the Continuous Market Engagement (CME) route.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/sahp-2026-to-2036-bid-for-funding-as-a-strategic-partnership 10:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/sahp-2026-to-2036-bid-for-funding-using-the-cme-route 10:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/social-and-affordable-homes-programme-sahp-2026-to-2036 10:00 Added links to guidance when bidding for funding as a Strategic Partnership and using the Continuous Market Engagement (CME) route.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/youth-mobility-scheme-visa-ballot-system 10:00 Added details on when the next ballot opens and closes.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/council-tax-information-letter-12026-local-council-tax-support-schemes-for-2026-27 10:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/appointment-of-lord-lieutenant-of-berwickshire-16-january-2026 10:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/rogue-builder-jailed-after-obtaining-more-than-400000-in-credit-from-five-victims-while-bankrupt 10:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/pl32-9xw-dairy-crest-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprbn6137ikv013 09:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/work-and-health-programme-including-jets-provider-guidance 09:30 Chapter 14 paragraph 80, address updated and Chapter 15 paragraph 10, form names updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/xact-training-ltd-surrenders-ofqual-recognition 09:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/collections/government-responses-to-the-independent-commission-for-aid-impact-icai-reports 09:30 Added the UK government response to ICAI’s review of UK aid for international energy transitions.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/statistics/deaths-registered-in-northern-ireland-week-ending-9-january-2026 09:30 First published.

COVID-19

/government/news/uk-industry-support-to-ukraine-supercharged-with-new-business-centre 09:15 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/poultry-health-scheme-list-of-members 09:07 Added the latest list of establishments for poultry.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/powers-and-operational-procedure 08:58 Added ‘Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025: Seizure of Electronic Devices policy guidance’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/1st-ballot-of-the-2026-youth-mobility-scheme-for-taiwanese-youth 08:36 Added translation

News and communications

/government/news/medicines-regulator-approves-up-to-72mg-dose-of-semaglutidewegovy-for-patients-with-obesity-only 08:27 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/plant-varieties-and-seeds-gazette-2020 08:14 Added the January 2026 special edition.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cambodia-list-of-medical-and-dental-services--2 06:48 We update the new information for Central Hospital.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/paye-draft-forms-p11d-p9d 00:15 The PAYE draft forms for tax year 2025 to 2026 have been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/paye-draft-forms-p11d-working-sheets-2025-to-2026 00:15 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/designated-standards-lifts 00:05 Notice of publication amended and consolidated list updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/uk-and-ukrainestrengthen-ties-underlandmarkpartnershipas-20m-accelerated-to-support-energy-infrastructure 00:02 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/publications/regulatory-innovation-office-front-door-pilot 00:01 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/student-sponsor-guidance 00:01 Updated the guidance on Applying for a Student sponsor licence and Sponsorship duties.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/279-million-investment-to-build-new-home-for-armys-cyber-regiment 00:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/red-tape-to-be-slashed-for-british-robotics-and-defence-innovators 00:01 First published.

News and communications

2026-01-15

/government/news/convicted-criminals-detained-in-hospitals-set-to-lose-benefits 22:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/speeches/we-condemn-the-iranian-regimes-actions-in-the-strongest-possible-terms-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council--2 21:55 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/speeches/the-uk-stands-ready-to-work-to-advance-the-secretary-generals-un80-reform-initiative-uk-statement-in-the-un-general-assembly 20:36 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 20:00 Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed at a third large commercial premises near York, York, North Yorkshire (AIV 2026/08).  A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed at a fourth premises near Penicuik, Scottish Borders (AIV 2026/06) on 15 January 2026. A 3km Protection Zone (PZ) and 10 km Surveillance Zone (SZ) are in place. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.Low pathogenic avian influenza (LPAI) H5 was confirmed at a large commercial poultry premises near Mundford, Breckland, Norfolk (AIV 2026/07) on 15 January 2026. A 1km Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza Restricted Zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.

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/government/news/foreign-secretary-statement-on-the-palestinian-national-committee-for-the-administration-of-gaza 19:40 First published.

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/government/news/major-boost-to-pool-of-skilled-former-military-personnel-called-upon-in-crises-as-uk-strengthen-preparedness 18:35 First published.

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/government/news/new-defence-housing-service-to-transform-housing-for-forces-families-as-armed-forces-bill-backs-those-who-serve 18:34 First published.

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/foreign-travel-advice/ukraine 17:41 New information on the energy situation in Ukraine (‘ Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/north-northamptonshire-kettering-municipal-offices 17:37 Building name and phone number changed.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/palestine 17:34 CORRECTION: FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Israel and Palestine and continues to advise against all travel to parts of Israel and Palestine. There is a heightened risk of regional tension. Escalation could lead to travel disruption and other unanticipated impacts (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

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/guidance/northamptonshire-walter-tull-house 17:30 Updated office phone number to, 01933 837 919.

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/guidance/report-an-outbreak-of-acute-respiratory-infection-in-an-adult-social-care-setting 17:00 First published.

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/guidance/register-to-complete-origin-declarations-under-the-uk-india-free-trade-agreement 16:51 First published.

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/government/publications/mca-approved-doctors-uk-based 16:47 Removed Dr R Spooner in NorfolkAdded Dr H Lee in Bristol

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/government/publications/mca-previously-approved-doctors 16:44 Added Dr Spooner in Norfolk

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/government/speeches/osce-chair-in-office-presents-priorities-for-2026-uk-statement-to-the-osce 16:40 First published.

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/guidance/choosing-an-sia-approved-contractor 16:34 Updated with the data covering assessments from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/section-62a-planning-application-s62a20250137-72-74-gloucester-road-bristol-bs7-8bf 16:33 Planning Support Statement – reference to the appendices is an error and they are not relevant to the application. Updated version of the statement with the appendix titles removed.

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/government/publications/toponymic-factfiles 16:33 ‘European Microstates: toponymic factfile’ added.’Iran and Somalia: toponymic factfiles’ updated.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa 16:23 New information about risks from flooding in Kruger National Park, and travel disruption (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/forestry-commission-events 16:23 Updated event details for ‘Put trees to work roadshow – Elmesthorpe’ to the correct date and location: Feb 23rd at Elmesthorpe.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/medical-devices-conformity-assessment-and-the-ukca-mark 16:20 Updated to add new Conformity assessment flow chart

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/foreign-travel-advice/papua-new-guinea 16:18 New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

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/government/news/ukhsa-weekly-winter-surveillance-bulletin 16:15 Updated with latest surveilance data.

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-west-of-england 16:08 PSV notices and proceedings for the west of England, release 3047.

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/government/publications/varicella-the-green-book-chapter-34 16:05 Updated to align wording in ‘administration with blood products’ section to other Green Book chapters.

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/guidance/high-consequence-infectious-diseases-hcid 16:01 Chapare virus added.

COVID-19

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/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-wales 16:00 PSV notices and proceedings for Wales, release 2548.

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/government/publications/outbreaks-under-monitoring-background-and-methodology 16:00 Added Chapare virus.

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/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-london-and-the-south-east-of-england 15:58 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for London and the south east of England, release 4452.

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/guidance/hedgerow-management-rules-cutting-and-trimming 15:58 Exemptions from the rules section updated to make clear you must only cut or trim the parts of the hedgerow that are needed for the exemption.Update to explain we’ll send you an email receipt with a unique reference number when you send us an email notification.

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/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-west-of-england 15:57 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the west of England, release 5942.

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/foreign-travel-advice/guinea 15:50 New information on the political situation in Guinea (‘Safety and security’ page).

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/guidance/find-out-if-you-need-an-sia-licence 15:50 Updated the ‘When you do not need an SIA licence’ section to: include the point about responding to a sudden or unexpected event; update references to the aviation security exemption. Updated the ‘Job activities that need a licence (licensable activities)’ section to include: a more detailed description of manned guarding activity; examples of ‘property’; a more detailed explanation of ‘premises’; further detail on when a public space surveillance (CCTV ) licence is required.

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/government/publications/dcms-framework-documents 15:47 ‘The National Gallery framework document 2025 to 2028’ was added.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/mexico-mental-health-support-abroad 15:43 This guidance has been reviewed and updated where necessary.

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Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/report-of-the-independent-reviewer-of-state-threats-legislation 15:41 Accessible versions added.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england 15:41 Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a premises near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire (AIV 2025/94), the 10km surveillance zone has been revoked.

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/government/speeches/russias-reckless-missile-attacks-expose-its-ongoing-obstruction-of-peace-efforts-uk-statement-to-the-osce 15:40 First published.

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/guidance/mca-approved-training-providers-atp 15:36 All 68 MCA approved training provider lists updated.

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/government/news/infected-blood-memorial-service-at-st-pauls-cathedral-on-tuesday-19-may-2026 15:35 Added a link to the video: Clive Smith on Infected Blood Memorial Service at St. Paul’s Cathedral

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/foreign-travel-advice/georgia 15:21 New information on mandatory insurance for visitors upon entering Georgia (see ‘Insurance upon entry’ on the ‘Entry requirements’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/bird-flu-designated-slaughterhouses 15:21 Added a new designated slaughterhouse to the ‘Level 1 and Level 2 designations’ list for Wales.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/lydney-harbour 15:15 Updated the page to reflect Lydney Harbour’s full compliance with the Ports and Marine Facilities Safety Code.

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/government/news/tra-investigates-creamywhite-limestone-from-portugal 15:01 First published.

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