New legal duties on water companies and government to reduce the amount of sewage discharged into our waterways 8th April 2021 Measures to reduce sewage discharges into rivers from storm overflows will be put into law to improve the quality of water in our rivers. During wet weather... Westminster News
Cleaning up tobacco litter 7th April 2021 The government is considering measures to make tobacco companies reduce litter caused by their products to protect the environment and save local councils money... Westminster News
Free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing available to everyone from 9 April 7th April 2021 Everyone in England will be able to access free, regular, rapid coronavirus testing from 9 April. Rapid testing has so far been available to those most at risk... Westminster News
Free qualifications on offer to boost skills and jobs 6th April 2021 The government has launched hundreds of new qualifications ensuring adults without A Levels, an advanced technical diploma or equivalent have the opportunity to... Westminster News
New Victims’ Code comes into force 5th April 2021 A new Victims’ Code came into force on 1 April that will give victims of crime better support from the police, courts and other criminal justice agencies... Westminster News
£120 million to roll out zero emission buses across England 30th March 2021 The government has announced up to £120 million to roll out zero emission buses across England, helping us to deliver net zero by 2050 and improving air quality... Westminster News
Next phase of programme to support vulnerable families launched 30th March 2021 Last week, the government announced the next phase of its flagship programme to support vulnerable families in society, backed by £165 million, which will help... Westminster News
Mental health recovery plan backed by £500 million 29th March 2021 The government has announced it is expanding mental health services, back by £500 million, to ensure everyone is able to access the support they need . The... Westminster News
Landmark reforms to boost recycling and fight plastic pollution 29th March 2021 The government has published proposals for two major packaging and collection reforms that will boost recycling by incentivising consumers to recycle more while... Westminster News