Government

European Commission policy priorities

This overview by Open Access Government examines the priorities of three departments within the European Commission. It covers topics such as tech sovereignty, security and democracy, social rights and skills, quality jobs and preparedness, as well as the cohesion and reforms portfolios.

Government demands councils take action on potholes

The UK government hopes to start tackling the country’s ongoing pothole problem; they will offer local councils £1.6 billion in funding to repair roads and fill potholes.

Bridging the Gap: How better legislative data fuels civic engagement

Nonprofits and advocacy groups benefit from seamless data quality at the national, state, and local levels.

Government unveils £2 billion investment to build 18,000 new affordable homes

The Government has announced a £2 billion investment to help support the creation of up to 18,000 new social and affordable homes.

SMEs are driving for AI adoption in the UK public sector

The UK government continues to push the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into public services, with Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) playing an important role in this transition.

UK defence exporters set to benefit from £2 billion increase in lending capacity

The UK government is set to boost its support for defence exporters with a £2 billion increase in the lending capacity of UK Export Finance (UKEF).

Keir Starmer announces abolition of NHS England to cut bureaucracy and focus on patient care

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to abolish NHS England, hoping to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and bring the health service back under central government control.

CCS announces February agreement updates: New software framework awarded

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) released its February 2025 agreement updates, revealing a new Back Office Software framework. Extensions to print and audio-visual services were confirmed, while upcoming expirations in health and software require attention.;

UK-Ireland summit focuses on national security, economic growth, and energy collaboration

With the first annual UK-Ireland Summit tomorrow, national security, economic growth, and energy security are expected to be the main discussion topic of discussion between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin.

FDA unveils the Human Foods Program (HFP) to bolster food safety and nutrition

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced the launch of its newly consolidated Human Foods Program (HFP), a strategic move designed to enhance food safety and nutritional oversight for American consumers.

UK reinforces support for Ukraine with £2.26 billion loan to strengthen defence

The United Kingdom continues to support Ukraine's defence efforts with a new £2.26 billion loan agreement.

Explaining open frameworks and their opportunities for the public sector

Crown Commercial Service provides an explanation of open frameworks and the opportunities they present for the public sector The Procurement Act 2023 is implementing a...

£67 million to be put towards culture projects across the UK

The UK government has announced a £67 million investment in 10 major culture projects nationwide.

Building a better UK housing policy

John Howard, the Managing Director of John Howard Property, discusses how to build a better housing policy for the UK.

UK launches AI security institute to safeguard national security and combat crime

The UK Government is changing its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) by rebranding the AI Safety Institute as the AI Security Institute.

How the Commission is working to reduce energy prices for all

David Sheldrake, Global Senior Vice President of Sales360 at POWWR, explains how the European Commission is working to reduce energy prices for everyone.

Radical building approach needed to make Elective Reform Plan a success

The NHS Elective Reform Plan aims to tackle the 7.5 million waiting list backlog by introducing new surgical hubs and community diagnostic centres (CDCs). This article explores how offsite construction can provide a radical building approach to ensure the plan's success.

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