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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.

Reducing child poverty in England could drastically improve child health

Researchers have highlighted the benefits of reducing child poverty in England.

What the Procurement Act 2023 means for CCS

Crown Commercial Service (CCS) guides us through the new regime for UK procurement, including what the Procurement Act 2023 means to them.

Warning issued over pensions’ role in UK economic growth

A warning issued by the CEO of Royal London, the UK's largest member-owned insurance group, raised concerns over the government's strategy to use pensions to stimulate economic growth, the Guardian reported.

Border security in Europe analysis

Open Access Government analyses border security in Europe, including comment on migratory challenges in 2024 and The Pact on Migration and Asylum.

Labour’s annual conference 2024

From September 22 to September 25, 2024, Liverpool will host one of Europe's largest political gatherings, the Labour Annual Conference.

New cyber security bill aims to safeguard UK’s critical infrastructure

In response to growing cyber threats targeting essential services like water, power, and healthcare, the UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.

Our polycrisis demands a radically new approach to risk management

In this exclusive, Ruth Richardson, Executive Director of the Accelerator for Systemic Risk Assessment (ASRA), calls on policymakers worldwide to transform risk management.

The regulation of sports betting advertising in Canada

Senator Marty Deacon from the Senate of Canada guides us through Bill S-269, National Framework on Advertising for Sports Betting Act.

New government to end strikes: Formal talks with junior doctors set to begin

The new Health and Social Care Secretary, Wes Streeting, is set to enter formal negotiations with junior doctors to end strikes and resolve the prolonged dispute over pay and conditions that have plagued the NHS for the past 20 months.

Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as European Commission president

Ursula von der Leyen has been re-elected as European Commission president for a second term by the European Parliament. Ms von der Leyen will stand as European Commission president for the next five years. 

King addresses health reforms: A smoke-free and mentally healthier future

While addressing the nation, the King introduced two landmark bills, the Mental Health Bill and the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

The King’s speech: Plans to boost the UK economy and living standards

The King revealed today a legislative agenda aimed at revitalising Britain's economy and improving living standards for working people across the country.

The EU Knowledge Hub is dedicated to combatting radicalisation

Open Access Government examines a new European initiative focused on preventing radicalisation called the EU Knowledge Hub.

A historic landslide and a Labour party victory: But what can we expect from them?

Rishi Sunak has announced his resignation as leader of the Conservative Party following what can be described as a catastrophic night for his party.

US Surgeon General declares gun violence a public health crisis

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared gun violence a public health crisis, showing the need for action to address the country's alarming high rate of shooting deaths.

The start of a new nuclear race: International security and humanitarian priorities

With global tensions rising, this article explores the increase in nuclear weapons spending and its implications for international security and humanitarian priorities.

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