Chief Constable comment: Early release of PC Harper killers
A senior UK police leader has condemned proposals that could lead to early release of two men convicted of killing PC Andrew Harper in 2019.
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Every ClipRaptor briefing sourced from UK Government News, with a direct link to the original publisher page. Page 13 of 14: briefings 361-390, published Aug 03, 2026 to Aug 07, 2026.
Call for Proposals under UK Integrated Security Fund
The UK government invites non-profits to bid for up to £700,000 to support Ukraine’s justice system in reaching survivors of international crimes, with proposals due by 20 August 2026.
UK opens scholarships and startup fellowships for Pakistan’s next generation of leaders
The UK has opened applications for three fellowships and scholarships for Pakistani professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs to study in the UK, covering costs and offering networking opportunities.
Venture capital access expanded for early-stage companies in UK
The UK government will invest £100 million through the British Business Bank’s Investor Pathways Capital Initiative to support early-stage venture capital fund managers nationwide, aiming to drive local growth and job...
Ofqual launches local authority exam results data
Ofqual has updated its interactive map to provide detailed qualification outcomes by local authority in England, supporting devolved decision-making and local accountability.
We call on the transitional government of South Sudan to cooperate fully with UNMISS: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The UK urges South Sudan’s transitional government to halt violence, ensure credible elections, and cooperate fully with UNMISS to address humanitarian and political crises.
Environment Agency stops waste operation at Wolverhampton site
The Environment Agency has revoked the environmental permit of DS Environmental Services in Wolverhampton, citing persistent non-compliance and regulatory interventions. The revocation, effective 30 June 2026, halts all...
MHRA approves remibrutinib for adults with chronic spontaneous urticaria
The UK’s MHRA has authorised remibrutinib for adults with chronic spontaneous urticaria unresponsive to antihistamines, following assessment of two clinical trials involving 925 patients.
RPC statement: impact of the Immigration and Asylum Bill
The Regulatory Policy Committee is independently reviewing the Home Office’s impact assessment for the Immigration and Asylum Bill, published on 30 June 2026, to assess the evidence and analysis supporting the proposed...
Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bahrain
The UK Foreign Office announced the appointment of Thomas Allan as the new British Ambassador to Bahrain, succeeding Alastair Long. Allan will assume the role in January 2027, following Long’s transfer to another...
Diversity Summer Scheme 2026: Shaping the next generation of government lawyers
The UK Government announced the Diversity Summer Scheme 2026, offering 500+ underrepresented students practical legal experience and networking opportunities to encourage careers in public service law.
Under Pressure: Record plasma for UK flagship machine
UKAEA’s MAST Upgrade fusion experiments achieved record plasma pressure while addressing key stability challenges, advancing practical fusion energy research.
Company director who avoided court by claiming to be in a coma is jailed for hiding behind others to run football magazine business while banned
A disqualified director who falsely claimed to be in a coma to avoid court was jailed for 18.5 months for running a football magazine business while banned from directorships.
Charity Commission investigates Wirral community transport charity
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into Merseycare Transport Services Ltd over governance and financial management concerns, including potential breaches of trustee requirements and accounting rules.
Bloomsbury Institute's student sponsor licence revoked
The UK Home Office revoked the Bloomsbury Institute’s licence to sponsor international students after it failed the annual Basic Compliance Assessment, citing breaches of visa refusal, enrolment, and completion...
Ofqual fines OTHM £25,000 after colleges allowed to investigate own malpractice cases
Ofqual fined OTHM Qualifications £25,000 for repeated failures in handling malpractice allegations, including self-investigations by accused colleges and inadequate record-keeping over four years.
Patients with motor neurone disease set for fast-tracked care
The UK government will introduce a fast-track care pathway for motor neurone disease (MND) patients, aiming to reduce delays and fragmentation in support services. The initiative follows recommendations from Baroness...
Cornwall man arrested in Environment Agency waste crime operation
A 20-year-old man from Cornwall was arrested on 5 August 2026 as part of an Environment Agency investigation into illegal waste activities near Camborne, supported by Cornwall Council and Devon and Cornwall Police.
The United Kingdom remains resolute in our commitment to working with partners to combat terrorism in all its forms: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The UK reaffirmed its commitment to multilateral counter-terrorism efforts at the UN Security Council, highlighting progress in Syria and Iraq while warning of Da’esh’s resurgence in West Africa and the Sahel.
TRA opens new safeguard investigation into PET
The UK’s Trade Remedies Authority has opened its first new safeguard investigation since 2021, examining whether surging PET plastic imports are harming domestic producers.
Four men arrested for illegal waste dumping at infamous Wigan site
Four men have been arrested in connection with large-scale illegal waste dumping at Bolton House Road in Wigan and Cave’s Inn Pits in Leicestershire, Environment Agency announced on 4 August 2026.
Severn Trent pollution incidents end in £2.2m for charities
Severn Trent Water has paid £2.27m to charities following Environment Agency investigations into illegal sewage discharges in the West Midlands, funding river and tree restoration projects.
Review of court-awarded funds invested for protected beneficiaries
The UK Government Actuary’s Department reviewed the investment framework for court-awarded funds managed for children and protected beneficiaries, recommending adjustments to balance growth and risk.
Gatwick to open second runway as government wins legal challenge
The UK government has approved Gatwick Airport’s second runway, set to open by 2030, enabling up to 100,000 additional flights annually and creating thousands of jobs while supporting climate goals through green fuel...
Local government reorganisation: decision letters to council leaders
The UK Government has issued decision letters to council leaders regarding local government reorganisation proposals, with corrections made to parish listings in Torbay without altering the overall decision.
NDA helps local communities stay connected
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has donated over 1,500 refurbished devices to schools and charities in North West England since 2021 to reduce digital exclusion.
The Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway grants Innovation Passports to investigational products for cancer and dementia
The UK’s Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP) has awarded Innovation Passports to two investigational medicines for liver cancer and dementia, enabling earlier regulatory and market access support.
Advancing the Royal Navy's mine-hunting capability
The UK Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) supported a two-day naval exercise to test mine-hunting capabilities, identifying design changes for future support vessels and informing procurement decisions.
Applications for 2027/2028 Chevening Türkiye awards are now open
The UK Government has opened applications for the 2027/2028 Chevening Scholarships in Türkiye, closing on 6 October 2026. The programme funds one-year master’s degrees at UK universities for future leaders.
Webinars: UK Memorial Draft Principles and Location
The UK Infected Blood Memorial Committee held webinars in July to present draft principles and a proposed location for the national memorial, inviting public feedback by August 10.