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Iconic golden eagles to make comeback in England
23 April 09:00
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Iconic golden eagles to make comeback in England

One of Britain’s most iconic birds, the golden eagle, is poised to make a return to England after more than 150 years after the UK Government paved the way for a recovery programme that could include reintroduction.

New laws to crackdown on harmful pornography
22 April 10:16
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New laws to crackdown on harmful pornography

The public will be better protected from vile online pornography under new Government amendments tabled to the Crime and Policing Bill.

UK considers ban on owning signal jamming devices
20 April 12:44
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UK considers ban on owning signal jamming devices

A crackdown of radio frequency jammers, which are designed or modified to block or interfere with wireless communications, is on the cards under government action outlined today.

UK schools in knife crime hotspots to get targeted support
17 April 15:51
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UK schools in knife crime hotspots to get targeted support

Up to 250 schools in high knife crime hotspots will receive specialist training and support to divert children from serious violence.

Victims and bereaved get more time to challenge sentences
8 April 14:44
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Victims and bereaved get more time to challenge sentences

Victims and bereaved families will have longer than ever to challenge sentences they don’t feel fit the crime they’ve suffered as the Government reforms the Unduly Lenient Sentence Scheme.

UK supports stronger women’s representation in STEM ecosystem
6 April 12:22
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UK supports stronger women’s representation in STEM ecosystem

The forum was hosted on 30 March 2026 to celebrate women scientists and to reflect on the persistent structural barriers that limit women’s progression into leadership and decision-making roles in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Avian Influenza housing measures lifted
1 April 07:07
Culture

Avian Influenza housing measures lifted

Mandatory housing measures for poultry and flocks of more than 50 captive birds will be lifted from Thursday 9 April in England and Wales, the Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed.

UK Nuclear Skills Awards 2026 celebrate Sellafield talent with multiple wins
25 March 09:09
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UK Nuclear Skills Awards 2026 celebrate Sellafield talent with multiple wins

Faye Rathmill has been named Higher & Degree Apprentice of the Year at the UK Nuclear Skills Awards 2026 The award recognises her outstanding contribution, technical skill, and commitment to career development, News Cover reports, citing the UK government's official website. Faye wasn’t the only winner with a Sellafield connection.

Midwives key to boosting pregnancy vaccine uptake, survey finds
14 March 20:17
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Midwives key to boosting pregnancy vaccine uptake, survey finds

Midwives and other healthcare professionals have a vital role in improving uptake of pregnancy vaccination.

Some parents believe children always need antibiotics for ear infections
11 March 23:44
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Some parents believe children always need antibiotics for ear infections

Over a third (36%) of surveyed parents incorrectly assume children always need antibiotics for ear infections, according to new research from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

UK launches fund to fight addiction through medical innovation
21 February 13:31
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UK launches fund to fight addiction through medical innovation

Innovators across the UK are being offered £20 million of government funding to develop cutting‑edge medicines, medical technologies and digital tools to tackle drug and alcohol addiction.

UK Government announces record funding to protect faith communities
20 February 14:44
Culture

UK Government announces record funding to protect faith communities

Faith communities across the UK can feel safer, thanks to record levels of funding for protective security. Up to £73.4 million in funding will be available in 2026 to 2027 through the government’s different protective security schemes for Jewish, Muslim and other faith sites.

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