<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864256.png"/>Read the latest newsletter from the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA). | Groceries Code Adjudicator.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864257.png"/>Drought announced due to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers in many parts of Yorkshire despite recent rainfall. | Environment Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864258.png"/>Remedies submitted by Macquarie to address concerns over its acquisition of EAG may be accepted | Competition and Markets Authority.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864259.png"/>Hubs across the country will give businesses and public services the support they need to adopt cutting-edge robotics technology | Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864260.png"/>OPSS warns consumers to stop using pimple popping squishy toys with sharp needles or syringes due to the risk of injury. | Office for Product Safety and Standards.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864261.png"/>Ellan NW Ltd told directors it could help them walk away from their responsibilities. | The Insolvency Service.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2864263.png"/>The Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport has appointed Dr Jessica Harrison-Hall for a four-year term from 4 November 2026 to 3 November 2030. | Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863724.png"/>Recognised modern slavery victims on Skilled Worker visas can now leave abusive employers and work for any employer for the remainder of their visa. | Home Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863725.png"/>Speech given by the Rt Hon Alex Norris MP as he was sworn in as Lord Chancellor at the Royal Courts of Justice. | Ministry of Justice.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863726.png"/>All bird keepers are urged to review and strengthen their biosecurity to protect their birds | Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863727.png"/>In the final instalment of our strategy blog series, MHRA Chair Professor Anthony Harnden reflects on the insights shared throughout the series and how innovation and collaboration across the UK are shaping the future of healthcare regulation. | Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863728.png"/>As part of her attendance at the EU Foreign Affairs Council on Development in Dublin, Minister Kirsty McNeill gave the following speech at the Institute of International and European Affairs. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2863089.png"/>New Strategic Place Partnership will bring local priorities, national expertise and a shared pipeline of sites together to speed up housing and regeneration across the region | Homes England.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857166.png"/>33.2 million will fund 8 vaccine projects targeting deadly diseases, strengthening UK pandemic preparedness and helping protect people worldwide. | Department of Health and Social Care.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861959.png"/>Independent review into prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and autism published | Department of Health and Social Care.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861336.png"/>Well-loved local beauty spot in Kent cleared of 39,500 tonnes of illegal waste. | Environment Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861335.png"/>Majority of young people support more hands-on learning from age 14. | Department for Education.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861334.png"/>A year after new-look inspections began, most education providers feel generally positive about their experience under Ofsteds renewed education inspection framework (EIF), according to independent research published today. | Ofsted.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861338.png"/>PM to announce 48 million industry partnership to back dementia research and speed up the development of new treatments. | Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2861337.png"/>Private renters are next to benefit from the protections of Awaab's Law. A government consultation is now open, looking at how to implement these new rights. | Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2860002.png"/>The inaugural meeting has been held at the centre, which provides a permanent foothold in Ukraine for UK companies. | Ministry of Defence.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2859266.png"/>The Prime Minister met Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany in Berlin today. | Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858536.png"/>Ed Miliband reaffirms UK's unwavering backing for Ukraine on first visit as Foreign Secretary as he meets both President Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858537.png"/>Businesses have been warned to stop using combat and violence to market knives, and ensure dangerous weapons are not displayed where they can be easily accessed. | Home Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858538.png"/>Colonel Joby Rimmer, UK Senior Military Advisor, condemns attacks on civilian shipping in the Black Sea and highlights the wider consequences of Russias war for maritime security and freedom of navigation. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858539.png"/>Prime Minister Andy Burnham today welcomed 1bn of new investment in affordable homes across the UK. | Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858540.png"/>Statement by Kumar Iyer, UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO. Delivered at the General Council of 5-6 October 2026, Geneva, under Agenda Items 7 and 8. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858541.png"/>Statement by Kumar Iyer, UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO. Delivered at the General Council of 5-6 October 2026, Geneva, under Agenda Item 4. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2858542.png"/>Statement by Kumar Iyer, UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO. Delivered at the General Council of 5-6 October 2026, Geneva, under Agenda Item 2. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857842.png"/>Statement by Lieve Caron, UK Assistant Legal Adviser, at the UN Sixth Committee. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857843.png"/>Final criteria for approved inquest training courses has been published. | Legal Aid Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857844.png"/>UK General Comment on the draft resolution on Cooperation with Georgia. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857845.png"/>The CNC has been shortlisted for an Oscar Kilo Award after national recognition for its innovative occupational health programme and SEQOHS accreditation. | Civil Nuclear Constabulary.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857846.png"/>UK Charg dAffaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford reaffirms the UK's strong support for the OSCE field presence in Ashgabat and its practical work across all three dimensions of security. We welcome progress on border management, resilient energy infrastructure, judicial reform, media literacy and Women, Peace and Security. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857847.png"/>The Green Hill Solar Farm DCO application has today been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. | Planning Inspectorate.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857848.png"/>Demolition work is underway at Wellington Barracks, Westminster. | Defence Infrastructure Organisation.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857163.png"/>Joint UK-Germany Statement - Berlin, 8 October 2026. | Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857164.png"/>UK Explanation of Vote on the draft resolution "From rhetoric to reality: a global call for concrete action against racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance". Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857165.png"/>An overview of the SIAs regulatory activity. | Security Industry Authority.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857166.png"/>33.2m will fund eight vaccine projects targeting deadly diseases, strengthening UK pandemic preparedness and helping protect people worldwide. | Department of Health and Social Care.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857168.png"/>With possible signs of an early flu season, UKHSA urges those eligible to get vaccinated. | UK Health Security Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2857167.png"/>Report monitoring respiratory viruses for the 2026/27 season. | UK Health Security Agency.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856515.png"/>The Business, Innovation, Science and Trade Secretary spoke at the West Midlands Growth Summit in Coventry on 8 October 2026. | Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856516.png"/>General Fusion completes the first major technical milestone of its LM26 programme with world-first fusion result co-authored by UKAEA. | UK Atomic Energy Authority.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856019.png"/>Tanks in Sellafield Ltd's Highly Active Liquor Evaporation and Storage (HALES) that had stored liquor for decades are now empty. | Sellafield Ltd.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856020.png"/>38 new designations include Russian oil companies, shadow fleet tankers, and those supplying goods critical to Russias military. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856021.png"/>New Industrial Tech Corridor will help companies in both countries to strike partnerships that drive investment, new jobs and adoption of cutting-edge technologies. | Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2856022.png"/>Vacancy for a Veterinary Pharmacovigilance Assessor working on inspections of Marketing Authorisation Holders. | Veterinary Medicines Directorate.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2855419.png"/>RAIB has today released its report into an unsafe movement of locomotives being coupled on the Bluebell Railway, East Sussex, 9 August 2025. | Rail Accident Investigation Branch.

<img src="https://www.govwire.co.uk/og/cache/news/2855420.png"/>UK Charg dAffaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russias intensifying attacks on Ukraines civilian infrastructure and rejects Russias attempts to distract. Russia must comply with international humanitarian law, accept an immediate ceasefire and engage seriously in negotiations towards a just and lasting peace. | Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.