UK Government advice update diffs

2026-02-26

/government/speeches/un-human-rights-council-61-uk-statement-for-the-enhanced-interactive-dialogue-on-sudan 11:43 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/public-service-pensions-increase-2026 11:41 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/ne34-9pt-phoenix-decom-ltd-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprab3151dka001 11:41 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ceasing-asylum-support-instruction 11:40 This guidance has been updated to expand the section on reinstatements or extensions of support.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/returning-surveyors-programme 11:32 Added Welsh translation.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/vacancy-for-an-investigations-data-support-manager 11:31 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/capture-redress-scheme-applying-for-someone-else 11:26 A new section ‘Help with probate (or confirmation in Scotland’ was added explaining what costs DBT will cover if you apply for probate solely to access Capture redress.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/dvla-services-update 11:23 Information added to our ‘Planned maintenance’ section.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/vacancy-for-a-business-support-officer 11:21 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 11:19 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 11:18 Updated register of licensed sponsors.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/ireland 11:06 This travel advice was reviewed for accuracy and there are no significant updates.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/tackling-the-youth-justice-systems-persistent-challenges 11:02 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/specified-generator-apply-for-an-environmental-permit 11:00 Clarified in introduction of ‘Standard rules permits’ that standard rules permits are not suitable for specified generators which are also medium combustion plant and are directly associated activities to an IED installation environmental permit. Clarified information needed in sub sections ‘About you’, ‘About your operation’, ‘Management system’ and ‘Emission limit value (ELV) compliance verification’. Added sub section ‘Decarbonisation readiness’. In section ‘Bespoke permits’ added sub section ‘Decarbonisation readiness’.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/medium-combustion-plant-apply-for-an-environmental-permit 11:00 Clarified in section ‘Standard rules permits’ the information you must provide when you make your application. Removed the charges in section ‘Charges for standard rules permits’ and given a link to the table of charges already on GOV.​UK. Added in section ‘Bespoke permits’ sub section on decarbonisation readiness.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2021-no-10-anaerobic-digestion-of-non-hazardous-sludge-at-a-waste-water-treatment-works-including-the-use-of-the-resultant-biogas 11:00 Standard rules: ‘Activity 4 – treating biogas and biomethane’ changed (b) and added (d) and (e). Added technique 21 and 22, 2.5 decarbonisation readiness, 4.2.5 and ‘table 4.2’ captured, treated and stored carbon dioxide. ‘Interpretation’ added last sentence to ‘accident management plan’ and meaning for ‘CCR’, ‘CCR conditions’, ‘change in type of technical assessment’, ‘decarbonisation readiness’, ‘HCR’ and ‘HCR conditions’. Generic risk assessment: added 3.4 Accidental release of CO2.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2021-no-6-anaerobic-digestion-facility-including-use-of-the-resultant-biogas-installations 11:00 Standard rules: ‘Activity 4 – treating biogas and biomethane’ changed (b) and added (d) and (e). Added technique 21 and 22, 2.5 decarbonisation readiness, 4.2.5 and ‘table 4.2’ captured, treated and stored carbon dioxide. ‘Interpretation’ added last sentence to ‘accident management plan’ and meaning for ‘CCR’, ‘CCR conditions’, ‘change in type of technical assessment’, ‘decarbonisation readiness’, ‘HCR’ and ‘HCR conditions’. Generic risk assessment: added 3.4 Accidental release of CO2.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2021-no-7-anaerobic-digestion-facility-including-use-of-the-resultant-biogas-waste-recovery-operation 11:00 Standard rules: ‘Activity 4 – treating biogas and biomethane’ changed (b) and added (d) and (e). Added technique 21 and 22, 2.5 decarbonisation readiness, 4.2.5 and ‘table 4.2’ captured, treated and stored carbon dioxide. ‘Interpretation’ added last sentence to ‘accident management plan’ and meaning for ‘CCR’, ‘CCR conditions’, ‘change in type of technical assessment’, ‘decarbonisation readiness’, ‘HCR’ and ‘HCR conditions’. Generic risk assessment: added 3.4 Accidental release of CO2.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2021-no-8-on-farm-anaerobic-digestion-facility-using-farm-wastes-only-including-use-of-the-resultant-biogas-installations 11:00 Standard rules: ‘Activity 4 – treating biogas and biomethane’ changed (b) and added (d) and (e). Added technique 21 and 22, 2.5 decarbonisation readiness, 4.2.5 and ‘table 4.2’ captured, treated and stored carbon dioxide. ‘Interpretation’ added last sentence to ‘accident management plan’ and meaning for ‘CCR’, ‘CCR conditions’, ‘change in type of technical assessment’, ‘decarbonisation readiness’, ‘HCR’ and ‘HCR conditions’. Generic risk assessment: added 3.4 Accidental release of CO2.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2021-no-9-on-farm-anaerobic-digestion-facility-including-use-of-the-resultant-biogas-waste-recovery-operation 11:00 Standard rules: ‘Activity 4 – treating biogas and biomethane’ changed (b) and added (d) and (e). Added technique 21 and 22, 2.5 decarbonisation readiness, 4.2.5 and ‘table 4.2’ captured, treated and stored carbon dioxide. ‘Interpretation’ added last sentence to ‘accident management plan’ and meaning for ‘CCR’, ‘CCR conditions’, ‘change in type of technical assessment’, ‘decarbonisation readiness’, ‘HCR’ and ‘HCR conditions’. Generic risk assessment: added 3.4 Accidental release of CO2.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/join-the-list-of-authorised-distance-plant-sellers 10:58 Updated the list of authorised distance plant sellers.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/uk-expands-visa-fraud-se-bache-campaign-to-haryana 10:58 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/storing-and-handling-waste-glass-containing-other-wastes-rps-292 10:48 The Environment Agency are currently in the process of determining and varying several permits for operators who had notified under this RPS. The RPS has been extended until the end of the year to allow them to determine these permit applications and variations.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/circular-economy-guidance-for-mayoral-strategic-authorities 10:47 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/called-in-planning-applications-procedural-guide 10:43 The guides have been updated to reflect the new appeal service, and the How to Complete guides are due to be archived shortly.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/connect-the-classroom 10:39 Updated funding allocation information in the ‘Funding’ section.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/un-human-rights-council-61-uk-statement-for-the-enhanced-interactive-dialogue-on-afghanistan 10:39 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 10:32 River Thames: current conditions updated for Thursday 26 February 2026. No stream warning changes.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ol10-2hq-refuels-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprup3720lma001 10:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dh7-9pt-refuels-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprxp3320lqa001 10:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/submit-a-bulk-claim-sabc 10:27 Provider Bulkload Spreadsheet has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/use-of-automatic-number-plate-recognition 10:22 ANPR data on untaxed vehicles is stored by DVLA for up to 18 months.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/management-oversight-policy-framework 10:20 Framework updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-dounreay-communities-fund 10:18 Text on body of page about when to apply updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/enforcement-appeals-procedural-guide 10:16 Updated to reflect the new appeal service, and the How to Complete guides are due to be archived shortly and now includes expanded information on grounds of appeal.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/presentation-by-the-president-of-the-committee-of-ministers-of-the-council-of-europe-uk-statement-to-the-osce 10:13 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/appealing-to-the-planning-inspectorate-communicating-electronically-with-us 10:12 Revised to reflect the increased file size for document uploads to the system

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/funding-for-farmers 10:09 Amended closing date of Farming Equipment and Technology Fund to midday 28 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/feed-in-tariffs-fits-determinations 10:05 Updated with Feed in Tariffs (FITs) determinations – Year 17 (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027).

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/manage-your-education-estate 10:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/crisis-and-resilience-fund-guidance-for-local-authorities-in-england-1-april-2026-to-31-march-2029 10:00 New points 170, 222 and 228 added and paragraph numbering updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/green-gas-support-scheme-ggss-expenditure-forecast-statements-and-tariff-change-notices 10:00 Added GGSS expenditure forecast statement for the quarter ending 31 January 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/government-cuts-cyber-attack-fix-times-by-84-and-launches-new-profession-to-protect-public-services 09:56 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/rebated-oils-enquiry-services-service-availability-and-issues 09:43 Planned downtime from 9am to 5pm on Sunday 1 March 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/tied-oils-enquiry-service-service-availability-and-issues 09:40 Planned downtime from 9am to 5pm on Sunday 1 March 2026 has been added.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/certificate-of-lawful-use-or-development-appeals-procedural-guide 09:35 Updated to reflect the new appeal service, and the How to Complete guides are due to be archived shortly and includes expanded information on appeal statements.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/the-role-of-modern-competition-policy-in-an-uncertain-world 09:35 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/draft-treaty-published-to-secure-gibraltars-economic-future-and-protect-british-sovereignty 09:34 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/oil-and-gas-opred-communications-2026 09:33 OPRED communication on UKETS ALR manual Template

News and communications

/guidance/send-your-aggregates-levy-return-online 09:32 Added information about devolution of Aggregates Levy to Scotland, from 1 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/ukraine-sponsorship-scheme-visa-data-by-country-upper-and-lower-tier-local-authority 09:30 Added Visa data for Homes for Ukraine sponsorship scheme by country, upper and lower tier local authority (31 December 2025).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/payments-forward-plan 09:30 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/policy-and-legislative-changes-affecting-migration-to-the-uk-timeline 09:30 Updated to accompany publication of ‘Immigration system statistics, year ending December 2025’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/afghan-relocations-and-assistance-policy 09:30 Added: ‘Introduction of transparency data for ARAP eligibility case working’, ‘Introduction of transparency data for ARAP eligibility case working (Dari and Pashto)’, ‘Transparency data for ARAP eligibility case working: February 2026’ and ‘Transparency data for ARAP eligibility case working: February 2026 (Accessible version)’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2018-number-7-new-and-existing-low-risk-stationary-medium-combustion-plant 09:30 Hydrogen added as a new fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria and ELVs including using a blend with natural gas. Gas oil substitutes added as a fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria. Caps and Cowls and non-vertical stacks are now permitted. Clarity around use in an AQMA where there is a relevant air quality plan. Added MCERTS monitoring as an option. Updates to the interpretation section to improve understanding

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2018-no-2-specified-generator-tranche-b-low-risk-base-load-operation-0-2-mwth-with-high-background-nox 09:30 This rule set is now only available for existing permit holders. Removed previous versions of the rule set which are no longer applicable.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2018-no-3-specified-generator-tranche-b-low-risk-base-load-operation-0-2-mwth-in-air-quality-management-areas-or-high-ambient-nox 09:30 Following a consultation, amendments have been made to Table 2.3 operating technique (e) wording. The rule set has also been withdrawn for new applications and is now only relevant to existing permit holders. Previous versions of the rule set and GRA have been removed as they are no longer applicable.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2022-number-9-new-and-existing-low-risk-stationary-medium-combustion-plant-which-is-a-natural-gas-boiler 09:30 Hydrogen added as a new fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria and ELVs including using a blend with natural gas. Gas oil substitutes permitted as a back-up fuel. Caps and Cowls and non-vertical stacks are now permitted. Clarity around use in an AQMA where there is a relevant air quality plan. Added MCERTS monitoring as an option. Updates to the interpretation section to improve understanding.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/developments-in-migration-statistics-since-2010 09:30 Updated to accompany publication of ‘Immigration system statistics, year ending December 2025’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/dwp-statistical-work-programme 09:30 Updates to ‘Statistical Work Programme’ and ‘Changes made to DWP statistics since April 2025’ pages.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/electric-vehicle-charging-device-statistics-information 09:30 Methodology note for Electric vehicle public charging infrastructure statistics: January 2026 updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/user-guide-to-home-office-immigration-statistics--9 09:30 Updated to accompany publication of ‘Immigration system statistics, year ending December 2025’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/government-response-to-the-home-based-working-select-committee-report 09:30 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/ward-burke-construction-limited-npswr045931-and-npswr045933-applications-made-to-abstract-water 09:30 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/household-energy-efficiency-statistics-methodology-note 09:30 Updated methodology note published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/illegal-working-penalties-uk-report 09:30 Added the data for Q2: 1 July to 30 September 2025.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/illegal-working-civil-penalties-anonymous-uk-report 09:30 Added the data for Q2: 1 July to 30 September 2025.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/influenza-vaccines-marketed-in-the-uk 09:30 Updated ‘All influenza vaccines marketed in the UK for the 2026 to 2027 season’ text and print versions.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/money-laundering-advisory-notice-high-risk-third-countries--2 09:30 This advisory notice is being updated to reflect changes to the countries in scope of High Risk Third Countries, as defined in the Money Laundering Regulations, following updates to the lists of the Financial Action Task Force at its plenary meeting in February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/national-flu-immunisation-programme-plan-2026-to-2027 09:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/consultations/consultation-on-the-national-survey-of-registered-businesses-nsrb 09:30 Consultation response added.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/news/rsh-publishes-its-quarterly-survey-for-q3-october-to-december-2025 09:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/dr-ros-rivaz-appointed-as-new-chair-of-companies-house 09:30 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/un-fact-finding-mission-report-on-el-fasher-sudan-core-group-foreign-ministers-statement 09:30 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/publications/pe26-2qd-refuels-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprup3120lva001 09:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/completing-your-aggregates-levy-return 09:27 Added information about devolution of Aggregates Levy to Scotland, from 1 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/british-high-commissioner-hosts-interfaith-leaders-at-iftar 09:26 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/aggregates-levy-register-or-change-your-details 09:25 Added information about devolution of Aggregates Levy to Scotland, from 1 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/yo7-4jd-peter-barley-carole-barley-jennifer-hirst-and-samuel-barley-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprep3727lsa001 09:24 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/using-wetlands-to-improve-treated-effluent-discharge-rps-260 09:23 We have added waste installation and water discharge activity permits to the RPS. We have also extended the RPS to cover pumping stations if operated as part of the waste operation and waste installation.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-when-aggregates-levy-applies 09:21 Added information about devolution of Aggregates Levy to Scotland, from 1 April 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/child-benefit-service-availability-and-issues 09:21 Information added in service issues for if you are unable to apply for Child Benefit in the HMRC app.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/register-your-waste-exemptions 09:08 Removed reference to registering the T28 exemption by phone, as you can now register this exemption online.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/disability-confident-service-providers 09:08 Updated Disability Confident: service providers list: February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/tv-presenter-alexander-armstrong-teams-up-with-the-cma-to-champion-clear-pricing 09:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/revenue-and-customs-brief-2-2026-aggregates-levy-devolution 09:00 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/sr2018-no-1-specified-generator-tranche-b-low-risk-base-load-operation-between-0-5-mwth 09:00 The rule set (and corresponding generic risk assessment) has been brought into HTML format. Following a consultation there are new conditions for decarbonisation readiness. Hydrogen has been added as a new fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria and ELVs including for blends with natural gas. Addition of Marine Conservation Zone under the meaning of protected habitats. Consolidation of table 3.1 and 3.2 into one table. Reference to TGN5 replaced and MCERTS monitoring as an option included. Various updates to the interpretation section to improve understanding.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/sr2018-no-4-specified-generator-tranche-b-low-risk-0-20-mwth-of-gas-or-abated-diesel-engines-operated-less-than-500-hours-a-year 09:00 The rule set (and corresponding generic risk assessment) has been brought into HTML format. Conditions added for decarbonisation readiness. Hydrogen added as a new fuel type on this rule set with corresponding criteria and ELVs including using a blend with natural gas. Gas oil substitutes added as a fuel type with corresponding criteria. Addition of Marine Conservation Zone under the meaning of protected habitats. Reference to TGN5 replaced and addition of MCERTS monitoring as an option. Updates to the interpretation section to improve understanding.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/draft-uk-eu-agreement-in-respect-of-gibraltar 09:00 First published.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/news/one-ipo-patents-service-what-to-expect-ahead-of-public-launch 09:00 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/long-term-rough-sleeping-innovation-programme 08:56 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 08:51 Update: UK Foreign Vessel Licence (EU Vessels) Variation 2 Conditions 01 March 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/national-cancer-plan-for-england 08:43 Updated to include a revised PDF of ‘The National Cancer Plan for England: delivering world class cancer care’, with a correction slip explaining the changes since first publication. These changes have been made to the published PDF.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/rg27-0qa-collard-environmental-limited-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprdp3024lua001 08:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/france-country-policy-and-information-notes 08:25 The guidance has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/poland-list-of-medical-facilities 08:19 This information has been reviewed and updated where necessary.

Guidance and regulation

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/nationally-significant-infrastructure-projects-application-fees 08:11 Application fees charges from 1 April 2026/27 and Ffioedd ymgeisio o 1 Ebrill 2026/27 ymlaen added

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/further-education-initial-teacher-education 08:10 Added Annex B – reference list to ‘Curriculum content guidance for courses of further education initial teacher education’.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/mca-approved-doctors-shipping-companies 08:04 Added Dr Labib to Stena Drilling.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/avian-quarantine-facilities-approved-premises 08:03 Updated quarantine facilities for imported birds: approved premises for England and removed the Scotland section.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/new-drone-factory-opens-in-suffolk-to-boost-ukraines-armed-forces-against-russias-war 00:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/over-50-million-pumped-into-the-fight-to-tackle-homelessness 00:01 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/gcse-exam-support-materials-minister-for-school-standards-writes-to-ofqual 00:00 First published.

News and communications

2026-02-25

/government/speeches/the-uk-strongly-supports-minusca-and-its-vital-role-in-protecting-civilians-in-the-central-african-republic-uk-statement-at-the-un-security-council 19:53 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/foreign-travel-advice/mexico 18:29 “Updated information on the security situation in Mexico (‘Warnings and insurance’ page)”

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/official-veterinary-surgeon-ovs-notes 18:06 Added OVS note number: 2026/09: outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Argentina.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/landmark-bill-to-deliver-swifter-justice-for-victims 18:06 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/st-helena-apply-for-a-uk-visa 17:47 Updated information on when an applicant may or may not receive a vignette.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/democratic-republic-of-the-congo 17:08 FCDO now advises against all but essential travel to Bangoka International Airport in Kisangani. FDCO no longer advises against all but essential travel to the district of Kasa Vubu in Kinshasa city bordered by the N1 Triumphal Road (Stadium), Barumbu District, Lingwala district and south of the Botanical Garden (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/falkland-islands-apply-for-a-uk-visa 16:48 Updated information on when an applicant may or may not receive a vignette if they apply for certain work, study and family visas, or for indefinite leave to enter (settlement) on any route.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/visitor-visa-guide-to-supporting-documents 16:47 Updated content on travelling with a document.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/new-laws-to-protect-victims-of-honour-based-abuse 16:47 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/submitting-data-to-ofqual 16:45 Changes to the VTQ Reporting Schedule – removing collections which data will no longer be collected.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/bolivia 16:43 New information about earthquakes (‘Safety and security’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/pride-in-place-programme-prospectus 16:40 Added Neighbourhood Board and boundary form: privacy notice.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-sourcing-and-consultancy-playbooks 16:32 Updated the Financial Viability Risk Assessment tool with version 6.2

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-wales 16:30 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for Wales, release 8946.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-north-east-of-england 16:29 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the north east of England, release 6697.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/cuba 16:23 Updated information about the ongoing situation in Cuba (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/mhra-patient-safety-essay-competition-2025 16:19 Made changes to article to reflect the competition is now closed and to change some of the wording to past tense

News and communications

/government/publications/pillar-two-top-up-taxes-relevant-territories-and-taxes-notice-2 16:15 The list of countries in sections 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 of ‘Notice 2 – Pillar Two top-up taxes relevant territories and taxes’ has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/courts-and-tribunals-bill 16:12 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/passport-cancellations-malicious-lost-and-stolen-reports 16:08 This guidance has been updated in the section Examiner decides LS report was made maliciously, to change references from Child Protection and Safeguarding team (CPST) to Public Protection Specialist Safeguarding team (PP SST), following a team name change.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/approved-verification-guidance-application-form-and-stickers 16:04 Register Updated

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/biometric-information 16:02 Replaced “Retention and usage of biometric information” guidance – section on facial images captured at eGates and immigration control has been updated.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/imports-exports-and-eu-trade-of-animals-and-animal-products-topical-issues 16:01 The page has been revised to provide details on the import restrictions applied to Argentina due to a confirmed outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/homes-england-live 16:00 Details for Homes England Live on Wednesday 25 February 2026 have been removed.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/manston-arrivals-and-processing-centre 15:57 Updated information about plans for the site, after the planning application was approved.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/sudan-list-of-designations-and-sanctions-notices 15:55 Made 4 variations under the Sudan sanctions regime.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-uk-sanctions-list 15:55 Made 4 variations under the Sudan sanctions regime.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/making-a-complaint-in-immigration-removal-centres-dcf9-form 15:53 Published an updated version of the Punjabi translation.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/military-low-flying-mod-sponsored-air-exercises 15:52 Added: MOD sponsored, current or planned exercise list 2 to 6 March 2026

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/understand-how-council-tax-bands-are-assessed 15:42 Corrected formatting issues, broken links and reorganised bullet points.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/family-nurse-partnership-programme 15:42 Under ‘Find a local FNP service’: removed links to Hounslow; Warwickshire North; and Warwickshire South and Rugby (as FNP programmes in these areas have been decommissioned); replaced link for Northamptonshire with 2 links for North Northamptonshire and West Northamptonshire; fixed links for Solihull and Warrington. Also restructured the page and updated section headings for clarity. Expanded information on how family nurses work and how the programme is provided.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/uk-financial-sanctions-faqs 15:42 FAQ 174 amended.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/overseas-trained-teachers-apply-for-qualified-teacher-status-in-england 15:41 Updated the ‘Requirements you need to meet’ and ‘Teaching experience’ sections of ‘Overseas-trained teachers: apply for qualified teacher status in England’ to improve the clarity of information.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/we-will-try-to-defend-human-dignity-wherever-it-is-threatened-statement-by-uk-minister-for-human-rights 15:41 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/publications/part-1-claim-m25-j10a3-wisley-interchange-improvement-scheme 15:39 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ofsi-general-licence-int20258031092 15:39 OFSI General Licence INT/2025/8031092 extended.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/applications-and-decisions-for-the-east-of-england 15:35 Goods vehicle applications and decisions for the east of England, release 5576.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/mhra-patient-safety-essay-competition-2025 15:35 Updated to include the MHRA Patient Safety Essay Prize winners in both categories.

News and communications

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-students 15:34 Please see the attached reports for publication

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/register-of-licensed-sponsors-workers 15:34 Please see the attached reports for publication

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/the-aviation-safety-amendment-regulations-2026 15:30 The statutory instrument was laid before Parliament on 24 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/test-learn-and-grow-programme-privacy-notice 15:28 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/product-safety-for-businesses-a-to-z-of-industry-guidance 15:24 Links added to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report February 2026, and the Construction Products Reform White Paper and associated consultation.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/united-kingdom-single-issuing-authority-uksia 15:24 Wednesday 25 February 2026 update.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/commissioning-a-condition-survey-for-school-and-college-buildings 15:24 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/dorset-farmer-fined-after-failing-to-comply-with-slurry-notice 15:24 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/apply-for-affordable-housing-funding 15:23 Amend to make clear who the guidance for the Affordable Homes Programme 2021 to 2026 and Social and Affordable Homes Programme (SAHP) 2026 to 2036 is aimed at. You can now apply for grants from the SAHP.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/national-regulation-construction-products 15:23 Links added to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Government Annual Report February 2026, and the Construction Products Reform White Paper and associated consultation.

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/tajikistan 15:22 New information on travelling near the Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan border (See ‘Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan Border’ on the ‘Regional risks’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/foreign-travel-advice/kyrgyzstan 15:22 New information on travelling near the Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan border (See ‘Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan Border’ on the ‘Regional risks’ page).

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/government-cracks-down-on-unsafe-and-unregulated-building-products-in-response-to-grenfell-tower-tragedy 15:22 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/uk-nsc-public-consultations 15:20 Opening of consultation on newborn screening for biliary atresia

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/bluetongue-latest-situation 15:07 Five new cases of BTV-3 in England were confirmed between 23 and 24 January 2026. The cases were in Cheshire, Derbyshire, East Sussex, Kent and Nottinghamshire.

News and communications

/guidance/how-to-contact-us 15:06 Updated the contact address for the CoRWM.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/trade-marks-standard-opposition 15:04 The PDF has been removed for Guidance following the filing of a TM8: notice of defence and replaced with an accessible HTML document.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/overseas-domestic-workers-supporting-documents 14:57 Updated information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/manchester-fraudster-who-followed-friends-advice-to-claim-maximum-value-covid-loan-is-jailed 14:39 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/operational-low-flying-training-timetable 14:38 Added: Operational Low Flying Training Timetable 9 to 13 March 2026

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/ta23-0rj-ian-bradbury-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-epryp3620mga001 14:36 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/alcoholic-products-technical-guide 14:35 Section 1 – introduction – Section 1.1 has been updated to say you can find replaced Excise Notices in the National Archives.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/rg19-8ah-marshalstone-ltd-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprgp3920mra001 14:35 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/de13-9ea-stafford-borough-council-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprrp3523mma001 14:34 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/hr8-1nq-peggs-farm-management-company-ltd-environmental-permit-application-advertisement-eprmp3729mea001 14:34 First published.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/councils-urged-to-crush-more-fly-tippers-vehicles 14:34 Added a link to the vehicle crushing footage.

News and communications

/guidance/medicines-marketing-authorisation-holders-submission-of-nitrosamine-risk-evaluation 14:31 Updated page to add new information on responsibilities and reporting on nitrosamine impurities

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/diplomatic-visa-arrangement-dva 14:28 Updated information on digital record of exemptions.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/check-if-an-email-youve-received-from-hmrc-is-genuine 14:27 Information about ‘Government childcare support survey’ has been amended. Participants will now be contacted up to and including 20 March 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cuba-apply-for-a-uk-visa 14:26 Updated information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/children-in-need-census-2026-to-2027-specification 14:26 Updated ‘business and technical specification’ and ‘validation rules’. Amendments are noted in the version history.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/living-in-the-uk-applying-from-overseas 14:24 Updated information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/children-in-need-census-2026-to-2027-guide 14:24 Updated ‘Children in need census 2026 to 2027 guide’. Amendments are noted in the version history.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-east-of-england 14:15 PSV notices and proceedings for the east of England, release 2729.

Guidance and regulation

/government/news/gad-sets-up-new-pension-scheme-working-group 14:15 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/newborn-hearing-screening-programme-nhsp-operational-guidance 14:14 Update focusing on improving clarity, compliance, and safeguarding, while reinforcing national standards and quality assurance.Improved guidance clarity in response to frequently asked questions including detailed guidance on AOAE and AABR testing, limits on repeat attempts, and when outpatient appointments should be offered.Updated links. Removal of content which is duplicated elsewhere. New guidance on managing records for adopted babies.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/surveillance-and-audiological-referral-guidelines 14:10 Updated section 3.3 to reflect newborn hearing screening programme (NHSP) operational guidance

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/very-important-person-vip-delegate-visa 14:07 Updated information on digital record of exemptions.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/updates-on-the-move-to-evisas 14:00 Updated information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.

News and communications

/guidance/entering-the-uk-exemptions-to-controls 13:58 Update on transition to digital record of exemption from 25 February 2026.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/uk-reaffirms-commitment-to-humane-treatment-of-pows-and-accountability-of-russia-in-ukraine-uk-statement-to-the-osce 13:52 First published.

News and communications

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

/government/publications/immigration-providers-south-west-support-directory 13:51 Directory updated

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/notices-and-proceedings-for-the-north-west-of-england 13:42 PSV notices and proceedings for the north west of England, release 3217.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/businesses-approved-to-export-to-the-eu 13:32 Updated the lists of businesses approved to export to the EU.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/river-thames-current-river-conditions 13:08 River Thames: current conditions updated for Wednesday 25 February 2026. No stream warning changes.

Guidance and regulation

/government/speeches/uk-honours-ukrainian-resilience-on-4th-anniversary-of-russias-illegal-war-uk-statement-to-the-osce 13:03 First published.

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

News and communications

/government/news/regulator-launches-a-statutory-inquiry-into-william-blake-house-northants 13:00 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/prove-your-english-language-abilities-with-a-secure-english-language-test-selt 12:51 Updated the order of the list of SELT providers.

Guidance and regulation

/guidance/intellectual-property-office-service-availability-and-issues 12:48 Trade mark services image issue has been resolved.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/statement-from-the-interim-chief-construction-adviser 12:45 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-green-paper 12:45 Summary of responses added.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/construction-products-reform-white-paper 12:45 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/consultations/general-safety-requirement-for-construction-products 12:45 First published.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/dfe-update-25-february-2026 12:42 First published.

News and communications

/government/news/funding-boost-to-support-patients-to-stay-in-and-return-to-work 12:11 First published.

News and communications

/government/publications/digital-waste-tracking-service 12:10 Corrected the Digital Waste Tracking helpline phone number.

Policy papers and consultations

/government/publications/remit-letter-to-the-ssrb-for-psni-chief-police-officers-2026-to-2027 12:06 First published.

News and communications

/guidance/uk-sustainability-reporting-standards 12:00 Updates made to reflect that a consultation response on the exposure drafts of the UK versions of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 has now been published, along with finalised versions of UK SRS S1 and UK SRS S2.

Guidance and regulation

/government/publications/cma-response-to-working-paper-on-options-for-reform-of-non-compete-clauses-in-employment-contracts 12:00 First published.

News and communications