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UK government unveils 10-year plan to revitalise schools and colleges for every child

The UK government launches a 10‑year education estates strategy to transform school buildings, improve inclusivity, and deliver modern, resilient classrooms.

NHS reveals model emergency department plan to cut waits and improve patient care

NHS England has issued new guidance for model emergency departments to cut wait times, improve patient flow, and raise standards in urgent and emergency care.

NHS HealthTech Access Programme promises faster, fairer rollout of innovation

The National Healthtech Access Programme will ensure faster, fairer access to innovative NHS healthtech, such as AI diagnostics and early cancer tests, for people in England and Wales.

Public procurement: Government Commercial Agency set to launch in April 2026

The UK Government will make major changes to how the public sector buys goods and services on 1 April 2026 through the creation of the Government Commercial Agency (GCA).

SEND crisis: Eight in ten UK councils warn of insolvency without urgent reform

A new Local Government Association survey warns that 8 in 10 councils could face insolvency due to rising SEND costs.

UK supports space manufacturing to unlock advanced materials

The UK Space Agency has awarded nearly £850,000 in funding to three British companies to explore manufacturing advanced materials in Low Earth Orbit.

UK researchers secure funding for sustainable nitrogen fertiliser alternatives

University of Nottingham scientists will test biological alternatives to synthetic nitrogen fertilisers on dairy farms, in a Defra-funded project to reduce emissions and support UK sustainable farming.

UK Space Agency accelerator drives investment and growth across the space sector

The UK Space Agency Accelerator is continually demonstrating the importance of investment, innovation, and commercial growth across the UK space sector. This is further supported by strong results from the 2025 Explore and Leo accelerator cohorts.

Nearly half of parents fear disabled children could lose SEND support

Almost 50% of parents worry changes to the SEND system could take away vital educational support for disabled children, according to a new Sense survey.

UK Government unlocks nuclear power to drive growth through new Advanced Nuclear Framework

The UK government set new plans to accelerate the development of advanced nuclear technologies, aiming to boost economic growth, support the rapid expansion of AI data centres, and deliver reliable low-carbon energy.

Barnsley has been named the UK’s first government-backed tech town

Barnsley has officially been named the UK’s first government-backed Tech Town. This is the first town of its kind to support the use of artificial intelligence to improve public services, boost skills and create new economic opportunities.

Every cancer patient in the UK to get their own Personalised Cancer Plan

The UK government has announced that every cancer patient will receive a Personalised Cancer Plan to improve outcomes and quality of life, as part of wider reforms to cancer care.

How the UK’s National Cancer Plan could help 3 in 4 patients survive

The government's 10-year cancer plan targets 75% of patients surviving or living well five years post-diagnosis, focusing on faster diagnosis and treatment.

Resident doctors in England vote to extend strikes for six months

Resident doctors in England have voted to extend industrial action for another six months, the BMA has confirmed, due to ongoing pay and workforce disputes.

UK and Japan deepen their science and technology partnership

The UK and Japan have just announced that they will strengthen their science and technology collaboration with a package of joint initiatives across life sciences, quantum technologies, and advanced connectivity.

National Data Library update shows encouragement behind UK data strategy

The UK government has published an update on the National Data Library (NDL), outlining the work completed so far and how public sector data could be used more effectively to improve services.

Everything you need to know about the assisted dying bill in the UK

Explore the UK assisted dying debate, including the Terminally Ill Adults Bill, parliamentary progress, and landmark court cases shaping end-of-life law.

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