Policy Papers

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POLICYAAIB Record-only investigations reviewed: January - February 2026This is a list of AAIB Record-only investigations that were reviewed during January - February 2026WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved09 Apr
POLICYCarbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM): Policy summaryThis is a policy summary for the carbon border adjustment mechanism.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved09 Apr
POLICY8 April 2026: Synergy Programme - Summary Business CaseThe Synergy Programme is a cross departmental initiative for which the DWP Permanent Secretary is the lead Accounting Officer.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYDrought: how it is managed in EnglandHow the Environment Agency works with government, water companies and others to manage water resources during a drought in England…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYU.S. – UK Financial Regulatory Working Group Winter 2026: Joint StatementU.S. Treasury and HM Treasury Joint Statement on the 12th official meeting of the U.S. – UK Financial Regulatory Working Group.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYProbation Service public protection inspection action plansHMPPS action plans in response to HM Inspectorate of Probation’s (HMIP’s) inspections of public protection in the Probation Servic…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYTelecoms Consumer CharterThis charter sets out a clear and strong commitment from industry to deliver great outcomes for consumers across the UK.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYManaging water abstractionHow government, water companies and the Environment Agency make sure there is enough water for future needs of both people and the…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYUK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS): policy overviewThe role of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme in UK decarbonisation and how the UK ETS Authority is developing the scheme.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved08 Apr
POLICYTwelfth UK-Caribbean Ministerial Forum: communiqué and action planThe Twelfth UK-Caribbean Ministerial Forum was held in London on 10 March 2026. WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYDigital and Data Benefits frameworkThis framework helps analysts across government quantify benefits of digital and data programmes. WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYFair Work Agency: enforcement policy statementThe regulatory tools and guiding structures utilised by the Fair Work Agency (FWA) to enforce labour market legislation within its…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYCode of practice for labour market enforcement undertakings and ordersThis code of practice sets out how the Fair Work Agency (FWA) will apply labour market enforcement undertakings and orders to redu…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYIntroducing the Government Commercial Function (GCF) Strategy 2026-29The Government Commercial Function has published its strategy for 2026-29. WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYEM on extending certain data protection periods (COM(2025)1020)The government's summary of a proposal for a regulation amending Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 as regards the extension of certain d…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYStrategic steer to the Fair Work AgencySets out the government’s expectations for the Fair Work Agency (FWA) in 2026 to 2027.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYMarine strategy part one: updateAn updated assessment of the state of UK seas, and objectives, targets and indicators for progress towards good environmental stat…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved07 Apr
POLICYThe Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (Alternative Dispute) Regulations 2026Statutory instruments for Alternative Dispute Resolution regulations from the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved06 Apr
POLICYUK-US arrangement on pharmaceutical trade and pricingShared UK and US commitments to improve access to medicines, support pharmaceutical innovation and grow trade in the life sciences…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYUser and Preparer Advisory Group Minutes: November 2025Minutes and papers from the User and Preparer Advisory Group (UPAG) meetings.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYTreasury Minutes – April 2026Government departments respond to the Public Accounts Committee reports through a Treasury minute.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYElmley Prison: action planHM Prison and Probation Service action plan for Elmley Prison in response to HM Inspectorate of Prisons inspection.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYTransport Data Action Plan (DAP)Explains how the Department for Transport will support effective use of data across the transport sector to improve the system.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYBetter Connected: a strategy for integrated transportOutlines the government's long-term strategy for safe, reliable, affordable and accessible transport for people in England.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYThe government’s vision for buses and approach to deliveryProvides an overview of government policy on buses in England outside London.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved02 Apr
POLICYHarnessing English law for economic growthA report analysing the economic value of English law. WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYHM Treasury Market Engagement GroupA senior‑level forum for financial market participants to share their views on UK-related developments in financial markets, inclu…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYDWP Data Strategy 2023 to 2030The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Data Strategy explains how DWP will collect, manage, analyse and use data to reach its …WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYUK REACH restriction on lead in ammunition: outdoor shooting rangesGuidelines for using lead ammunition at outdoor shooting ranges. WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYKinship Zones: programme specificationGuidance on delivering the kinship allowance pilot and other kinship support, such as family network support packages.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYOffensive Weapons Act 2019 Section 31 grant to Trading Standards: 2025 to 2026The grant meets the new burdens on Local Authority Trading Standards in England and Wales by the sales and delivery provisions for…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYGCA rates for cost-recoverable activityFind out the rates applied by the GCA for cost-recoverable activity such as investigations, enforcement activity and arbitrations.…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved01 Apr
POLICYDirection on the rent standard 2026This Direction requires the regulator to set a rent standard for registered providers of social housing.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYIndependent review into mental health conditions, ADHD and autism: interim reportInterim report outlining progress on the independent review into the prevalence and support for mental health conditions, ADHD and…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYDirections under regulations 3(3) to 3(6) and 5(3) of the Income and Corporation Taxes (Electronic Communications) Regulations 2003Directions for voluntary users of the Making Tax Digital for Income Tax online service about using functional compatible software …WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYFeed-in Tariffs scheme: modifications to supplier licence conditionsChanges to inflation indexation for the Feed-in Tariffs (FIT) scheme.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYEngland Species Reintroductions Taskforce yearly reviewSummary of the work carried out by the England Species Reintroductions Taskforce (ESRT).WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYProduct safety and metrology regulatory changes: UKCA and CE regimesRead more about changes to the overarching regulatory regime for product safety and metrology, following the UK’s exit from the Eu…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYNuclear Decommissioning Authority: 2026 reviewThe government has commissioned an independent review of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) to assess its performance and…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYHomes England investment roadmap December 2025A guide to Homes England investment principles and themes with milestones to April 2026.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYJoint Fisheries Statement (JFS)This statement sets the direction of UK fisheries management.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYHomes England and National Housing Bank investment prospectus 2026A guide to investment principles and themes, as well as products and interventions available to partner organisations.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYBuilding Safety Regulator strategic plan 2026 to 2027How the Building Safety Regulator will carry out building safety functions from April 2026 to March 2027.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYKeep Britain Working Review: Final reportKeep Britain Working is an independent review of the role of employers in tackling health based economic inactivity and promoting …WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved31 Mar
POLICYFrom local to national: a new model for policingThis white paper sets out comprehensive reforms to policing in England and Wales to enable policing to better deliver for the publ…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved30 Mar
POLICYTertiary legislation: directions under regulations 5(1) of the Income and Corporation Taxes (Electronic Communications) Regulations 2003 (Tertiary legislation2003/282)Information on the use of a secure mailbox to deliver information.WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved30 Mar
POLICYDirections under regulation 3(1ZA) of the Income and Corporation Taxes (Electronic Communications) Regulations 2003Directions for users of the Self Assessment or Making Tax Digital for Business service providing or withdrawing consent to use ele…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved30 Mar
POLICYBridgwater tidal barrier schemeAn initiative aimed at reducing flood risk through a tidal surge barrier and downstream defencesWithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved30 Mar
POLICYThe Government Counter Fraud Functional Strategy 2025-2026 Progress ReviewProgress review of the 2024-27 Counter Fraud Functional Strategy, covering how government saved £7.5 billion in 2024-25 through fr…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved30 Mar
POLICYCPTPP: EU joint ministerial statement, 27 March 2026This announcement details the CPTPP-EU Trade and Investment Dialogue which could help to support rules-based trade and the multila…WithdrawnWithdrawn · BothLast moved27 Mar