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In our Government News category, you will find a wide variety of government issues both big and small. 

You can find information on big issues such as global immigration and human rights issues along with Brexit news, negotiations and updates. This section also covers Local governments and their digital transformation along with the popular issues of period poverty and the process of acknowledging this problem.

How and what AID is provided by the UK across the world is another topic covered in detail in this category. Additionally, you can also find regular commentary from legal professionals on changing and adapting laws in the UK. We regularly cover government updates on the implementation of crime legislation and the UK housing landscape.

Damp and mould-related surveys: What is a healthy building?

Why are condensation, damp and mould still issues, and how do we know if our location is healthy for all? Here, David Bly, Managing Director of Cornerstone Management Services Limited, explains the firm’s findings and how their reported transparent outcomes have served to provide cost-effective solutions across the industries they serve
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A need for continued support for Ukraine in the face of war

As the world observes the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion this weekend, our support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity must not falter – and we must give all the resources available for Ukraine to get the job done.
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Why is it essential to build a democracy fit for the future?

The future of democratic processes should see opportunities for everyone to participate at different levels of government – be it local, regional or national. But this participation is far more than just voting, states Alistair Jones, Associate Professor, University Teacher Fellow, SFHEA, Subject Lead Politics and IR, DMU.
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Councils in financial distress: Exploring income generation through economic development

Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Development, examines UK councils in financial distress, stating that income generation through a commitment to economic development must be explored.
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Ursula Von der Leyen aims for second term as European Commission president

Ursula Von der Leyen, the current president of the European Commission, has announced her bid for a second term.
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Digital adoption: Ten tips for local government to save money through unprecedented austerity

Here Mark Gannon, Director of Client Solutions at Netcall explores ten tips to ensure successful digital adoption to help local government save money through continued austerity.
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Competence and conduct are key for social housing providers, but who will pay?

The future of social housing in the UK will depend on well-trained and knowledgeable people with the right qualifications, who demonstrate the right behaviours. This is what the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) wants to see when assessing the performance of Registered Providers and utilising its new powers of enforcement.
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The future of EU Enlargement

European Economic and Social Committee President Oliver Röpke talks us through the next steps of the EU Enlargement plans to create a truly geopolitical EU.
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Revolutionising reablement services: Sector-wide advancements reshaping healthcare

Chris Hornung, Managing Director of Public Sector at Totalmobile, highlights the collaborative efforts and technological advancements shaping the landscape of reablement services in the UK.
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Crown Commercial Service reveals SME action plan to boost government procurement

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has announced an SME action plan to foster a level playing field for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in...
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Transforming research through citizen social science

Dr Saffron Woodcraft from the UCL Institute for Global Prosperity unpacks empowering communities and transforming research through citizen social science.
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ICJ rules Israel must take all measures to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza

Today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict was concluded.
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Migrants, immigrants, democracy and voting rights: The unheard voices of Britain

With voting rights at risk for certain demographics, it is more important than ever that we reinforce trust in the British democratic system and give a voice to all residents who call Britain home, argues Alina Vaduva, Royal Docks School of Business and Law.
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Local government’s financial crisis: Are local institutions disappearing?

One in five English councils on the brink of bankruptcy: What will it take to save them?
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Britain has a plan to let aid through in Gaza

After an assessment by the World Food Program (WFP), the hunger crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point.
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South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

South Africa has filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of breaching the UN convention on genocide in its actions against Palestinians in Gaza.
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Rockford associates: Providing a financial lifeline for councils in 2024 and beyond

Recovery audit specialists, Rockford Associates, discuss how increasing financial pressures are impacting local councils, the services they provide, and, therefore, the welfare of residents, and how their company can help.
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What can local governments do to combat heat stress and increase safety?

Wildfires and record heat waves turn our summers into a nightmare. In this vein, what can local governments do to combat heat stress and increase safety? Vasileios Latinos, Head of Resilience and Climate Adaptation at ICLEI Europe, provides a detailed response.
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Public sector trend predictions 2024: Addressing challenges and embracing innovation

In an ever-shifting landscape of public governance and services, the year 2024 promises to bring about notable transformations and challenges for the public sector. As we explore the public sector trends across different facets of the public sector, the common thread is the call for adaptability and innovation.
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Qatar and the Israel-Hamas conflict: Hybrid mediation power on display

Here, Professor Vassilis K. Fouskas explains the diplomatic and mediative powers of Qatar and its influence in the current Israel-Hamas conflict.

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