• All eyes on LA ahead of largest ever UK trade mission to the US
  Title: UK Business Leaders Embark on Historic US Trade Mission, Riding on the Crest of the Royal Visit Hundreds of UK business leaders are set to travel to the United States later this month for what organisers are describing as the largest ever UK trade mission to the country. The mission follows the successful State
• Official Statistics: Trade and investment factsheets: latest update
  Title: The latest snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with overseas partners The UK’s trade and investment landscape continues to evolve in response to global demand, policy shifts, and the ongoing realignment of supply chains post-Brexit. This blog provides the most up-to-date overview of the country’s trade in goods and services, as well
• Official Statistics: UK innovation survey 2025: report
  Title: Key Takeaways from the 2025 UK Innovation Survey (UKIS 2025): Insights from 2022–2024 This report presents the detailed findings of the 2025 UK innovation survey (UKIS 2025), examining the landscape of innovation activity across organisations in the United Kingdom for the period 2022 to 2024. The analysis draws on a robust dataset designed to
• Official Statistics: Strategic export controls: licensing statistics, 2025
  Title: Export Control Licensing Data for 1 January to 31 December 2025 Introduction The calendar year 2025 brought a number of notable developments in export control licensing across key jurisdictions. This post synthesises licensing activity data from 1 January to 31 December 2025, highlighting trends, notable licence types, and sectoral patterns. The intention is to
• Official Statistics: Strategic export controls: licensing statistics: 1 October to 31 December 2025
  Title: Export Control Licensing Data for 1 October to 31 December 2025 The final quarter of 2025 presented a dynamic landscape for export control licensing, with continued emphasis on strategic technology sectors, heightened screening measures, and evolving compliance expectations. This post distils the key licensing activity and trends observed from 1 October to 31 December
• Decision: Complaint to UK NCP by Possible about Virgin Atlantic Ltd
  Title: Possible: the 10:10 Foundation Files Complaint Over Virgin Atlantic’s Environmental Claims A complaint has been filed by Possible: the 10:10 Foundation, accusing Virgin Atlantic Ltd of making misleading statements regarding its environmental performance. The action highlights ongoing tensions between corporate communications on sustainability and the substantiated claims that should underpin such statements. Context and
• Preparing for a ‘vulnerability patch wave’
  Organisations must act now to prepare for a wave of patches that will address decades of technical debt. You might also like: Exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Alert: NCSC advises UK organisations to take action following conflict in the Middle East International security chiefs to convene in Glasgow for flagship CYBERUK conference How to secure
• Guidance: Designated standards: PPE
  Title: Notices of Publication and a Consolidated List for Designated Standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) In the field of occupational safety, staying abreast of regulatory updates and the evolving landscape of PPE standards is essential for employers, safety professionals, and procurement teams alike. This post offers a clear overview of recent notices of publication
• Guidance: Designated standards: machinery
  Title: Notices of Publication and a Consolidated List for Designated Standards for Machinery In the landscape of machinery regulation, staying abreast of notices of publication and the designated standards is essential for compliance, risk management, and market access. This post offers a clear overview of how these notices operate and presents a consolidated list of
• Correspondence: Keep Britain Working review – updates
  Title: Updates on the Independent Review of the Role of Employers in Tackling Health-Based Economic Inactivity and Promoting Healthy and Inclusive Workplaces Recent developments in the independent review into how employers can address health-based economic inactivity and foster healthy, inclusive workplaces have marked a notable progression in policy and practice. The review, convened to examine
• Guidance: Compensation scheme for Group Litigation Order case postmasters
  Title: Information and Outline of the Compensation Scheme for Postmasters in the Group Litigation Order The Group Litigation Order (GLO) process represents a significant chapter in the handling of postmasters’ claims, offering a structured framework through which compensation may be assessed and awarded. This post provides a clear, professional overview of the information available to
• Official Statistics: Strategic export controls: licensing statistics: 1 October to 31 December 2025
  Title: Export Control Licensing Data for 1 October to 31 December 2025 Export controls are a critical facet of global trade compliance, shaping how goods, technology, and software move across borders. For organisations with international operations, understanding licensing activity and trends for the final quarter of 2025 is essential to manage risk, plan supply chains,
• Strategic export controls: licensing statistics
  Title: Understanding Export Control Licensing Statistics: Insights from the ECJU Export control licensing statistics compiled by the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) provide a crucial lens into how a country manages the movement of strategic goods and technologies. These statistics offer transparency, enable policy assessment, and support compliance for businesses engaged in international trade. Below
• Transparency data: DBT: workforce management information January 2026
  Title: Reports on Departmental Staff Numbers and Costs: A Structured Approach for Clarity and Accountability In the realm of organisational governance, transparent reporting on staff numbers and associated costs is essential. Departments operate as the engines of delivery, and their staffing profiles directly influence performance, efficiency, and value for money. A well-constructed report on departmental
• Form: UK Emissions Trading Scheme and Carbon Price Support: apply for compensation
  Title: How to Apply for Compensation for the Indirect Costs of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) and the Carbon Price Support (CPS) Mechanism Introduction The UK ETS and the CPS mechanism can impose indirect costs on businesses, particularly energy-intensive sectors. If your organisation is eligible, you may be able to claim compensation to
• Transparency data: DBT: workforce management information March 2026
  Title: Reports on Departmental Staff Numbers and Costs In any organisation, accurate reporting on staff numbers and associated costs is a foundational element of effective governance and strategic planning. These reports provide visibility into workforce composition, budget alignment, and progress toward strategic objectives. When crafted with clarity and rigour, they support informed decision-making, benchmark progress,
• How OTSI assesses applications for trade sanctions licences
  Title: Navigating OTSI Licence Applications for Sanctioned Activity in Services and Goods This guidance is aimed at applicants submitting licences to the Office of Trade and Sanctions Intelligence (OTSI) for sanctioned activities that span both services and goods. It provides a clear framework for understanding the requirements, ensuring compliance, and presenting a robust case for
• Could your choice of metrics be harming your SOC?
  Poor metrics can render a well-intentioned security operation centre entirely ineffective. You might also like: Exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Alert: NCSC advises UK organisations to take action following conflict in the Middle East International security chiefs to convene in Glasgow for flagship CYBERUK conference How to secure your online meetings Vibe check: AI may
• UK Trade Tariff: duty suspensions and autonomous tariff quotas
  Title: Temporary Duty Suspensions and Autonomous Tariff Quotas (ATQs) for Importing Goods into the UK In recent years, the UK has increasingly used temporary duty suspensions and autonomous tariff quotas (ATQs) as tools to manage trade, support domestic industry, and respond to shifting supply chains. For importers, understanding how these instruments work, when they apply,
• Guidance: Security & Policing 2026: countries, territories and organisations invited to attend by the Department for Business and Trade
  Countries, territories and organisations invited by the Department for Business and Trade to attend Security & Policing 2026 Security & Policing is the United Kingdom’s flagship event for policing, security and industrial collaboration. As organisers, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) plays a central role in coordinating international participation to foster dialogue, share best
• Transparency data: Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion: terms of reference
  Title: Terms of Reference for the Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion In an era where digital access shapes everyday life, having a clear, well-structured framework for leadership and oversight is essential. The following draft terms of reference outlines how a Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion can provide strategic direction, coordinate cross‑department policy, and drive measurable
• Transparency data: Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion: meeting summaries
  Summary of Minutes of the Meetings for the Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion Overview This post provides a concise synthesis of the latest meetings of the Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion. It highlights the key decisions, actions, and milestones that will shape the continued drive to expand affordable connectivity, strengthen digital skills, and ensure inclusive
• Supporting AI adoption for UK cyber defence
  Adopting AI will require time, the development of new capabilities and careful oversight.  You might also like: Exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Alert: NCSC advises UK organisations to take action following conflict in the Middle East International security chiefs to convene in Glasgow for flagship CYBERUK conference How to secure your online meetings Vibe check:
• Standard individual export licences (SIELs)
  The Standard Individual Export Licence (SIEL): Shipping Military and Dual-Use Items to Named Consignees In the realm of export controls, the Standard Individual Export Licence (SIEL) is a widely used tool that enables specific shipments of military and dual-use items to a named consignee and/or end-user. Used correctly, it can streamline legitimate trade while maintaining
• Trade sanctions, arms embargoes, and other trade restrictions
  Trade Sanctions, Arms Embargoes and Trade Restrictions: A Practical Guide to Compliance Introduction In a world of rapidly shifting geopolitics, trade sanctions, arms embargoes and related trade restrictions have become essential tools for governments and international organisations. When used properly, these measures aim to deter aggression, prevent the proliferation of weapons, and protect humanitarian interests.
• UK strategic export controls
  Understanding the UK’s Regulatory Framework for Strategic Export Controls and When You Might Need an Export Licence The United Kingdom operates a comprehensive regime to regulate the export of arms, dual-use goods, software and technology. This framework aims to protect national security, prevent the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, support human rights, and uphold
• Guidance: Applying for export licences using SPIRE
  How to Use the Online Export Licensing System to Obtain a Licence for Exporting Controlled Goods, Software and Technology Overseas Export controls are in place to protect national security, prevent the proliferation of weapons, and support international commitments. If you’re looking to export controlled goods, software or technology, you’ll typically need a licence issued through
• Official Statistics: Strategic export controls: licensing statistics: 1 October to 31 December 2025
  Title: ECJU licensing decisions for 2025 Q4 (1 October – 31 December 2025): Official Statistics in Development This statistics release will provide data about decisions made on licence applications to the Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) for 1 October to 31 December 2025 (2025 Q4). From the
• How OTSI assesses application for trade sanctions licences
  Title: Guidance for OTSI Licence Applications: Sanctioned Activities in Services and Goods This guidance is for applications submitted to OTSI seeking licences to carry out sanctioned activity related to both services and goods. It sets out the framework and expectations that organisations must meet to obtain, maintain, and operate under licences that enable compliant activity
• Official Statistics: Preference utilisation of UK trade in goods, 2024
  Title: 2024 UK utilisation of tariff preferences under PTAs: insights on imports, exports, and GB–EU trade under the TCA In 2024, the UK continued to rely on tariff preferences embedded in its network of preferential trade agreements (PTAs) to facilitate international trade. This post outlines how UK businesses used these tariff preferences for both imports
• Defending against China-nexus covert networks of compromised devices
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• International cyber agencies share fresh advice to defend against China-linked covert networks
  New advisory highlights how to defend against attacker tactics believed to be used by China-linked actors to hide malicious cyber activity. You might also like: Exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Alert: NCSC advises UK organisations to take action following conflict in the Middle East International security chiefs to convene in Glasgow for flagship CYBERUK conference
• Executive Summary: Defending against China-nexus covert networks of compromised devices
  Organisations should map and baseline their edge device traffic, especially VPN and remote access connections, and adopt dynamic threat feed filtering that includes known covert network indicators. You might also like: Exploitation of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Alert: NCSC advises UK organisations to take action following conflict in the Middle East International security chiefs to convene
• Guidance: Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS): legal cost framework
  Legal Costs Covered under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) This article explains the framework that sets out the legal costs we will cover for those applying for financial redress under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS). The aim is to ensure that applicants can pursue redress without facing prohibitive legal costs, while safeguarding value
• Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS): alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
  Guidance on Appealing Your Offer under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) If you have received an offer under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) and you believe the decision is incorrect or incomplete, you may have grounds to appeal. This article provides a practical guide to navigating the appeal process, from understanding your offer
• Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS): request a detailed assessment
  Title: Using the Guidance and Form for a Detailed Assessment under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) If you are seeking a detailed assessment under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS), the accompanying guidance and form are designed to help you present a complete, clear case. This post offers a practical overview of how to
• Report fraud to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT)
  Title: Reporting Suspected Fraud, Bribery or Corruption Related to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Public trust in government relies on robust channels for raising concerns about wrongdoing. If you suspect fraud, bribery or corruption connected with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), there are clear routes you can follow to report it
• Official Statistics: UK trade in numbers
  A Snapshot of the UK’s Latest Trade and Investment Position Insights from ONS, DBT and UNCTAD The most recent releases from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), and UNCTAD provide a coherent view of where the UK stands in global trade and investment. Taken together, they show a
• Official Statistics: Preference utilisation of UK trade in goods, 2024
  Title: UK utilisation of tariff preferences under PTAs in 2024: imports and exports, including GB–EU trade under the TCA Introduction Tariff preferences play a key role in shaping UK trade flows. Under preferential trade agreements (PTAs), some imports and exports can benefit from reduced or zero tariffs, subject to rules of origin and other conditions.

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