• Big win for Scotch whisky as US tariffs are lifted
  Title: Whisky Products Will Have Zero Tariffs in the US from Today Today marks a significant development for the global spirits industry and whisky lovers alike: whisky products will have zero tariffs in the United States from today. This milestone follows a period of trade tensions and mutual tariffs that have weighed on producers, retailers,
• Policy paper: UK support to Ukraine: factsheet
  Title: How the UK is Supporting Ukraine Following the Russian Invasion This factsheet summarises the multifaceted approach the United Kingdom is taking to support Ukraine in the wake of Russia’s invasion. The response combines security assurances, humanitarian aid, economic resilience, and support for democratic governance, underscoring a comprehensive strategy aimed at stabilising Ukraine, protecting civilian
• Research: The UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy: year one
  Title: A Year On: Tracking the Delivery of Commitments in the Modern Industrial Strategy The Modern Industrial Strategy (MIS) was conceived to drive long-term productivity, bolster innovation, and secure the UK’s competitive edge in a rapidly evolving global economy. As we reach the one-year milestone, it is timely to take stock of what has been
• Historic tariff-free Scotch whisky shipment bound for United States
  Title: Boost for Whisky Producers as Tariffs Removed for Shipments Bound for the US The removal of tariffs on whisky shipments to the United States marks a significant turning point for producers on both sides of the Atlantic. In an industry where margins are often razor-thin and global demand is increasingly volatile, the policy shift
• Historic tariff-free Scotch whisky shipment bound for United States
  Title: Boost for whisky producers as tariffs removed for shipments bound for the US A welcome shift is unfolding in the whisky industry as tariffs on shipments bound for the United States have been removed. This development, anticipated by producers and traders alike, promises to streamline cross-border trade, improve price competitiveness, and support the ongoing
• Late payments: tackling poor payment practices
  Title: Seeking Views on Legislative Measures to Tackle Late, Long and Disputed B2B Payments and Retention Clauses in Construction Contracts We are seeking stakeholder input on potential legislative measures aimed at improving the efficiency, fairness, and predictability of business-to-business payments, particularly within the construction sector. The focus areas include late payments, prolonged payment cycles, disputed
• Policy paper: UK goods and services schedules at the WTO
  Title: The UK Submits GATT and GATS Schedules to the WTO: Implications for Trade Policy The United Kingdom has formally submitted its schedule of commitments under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and its schedule of commitments under the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) to the World Trade Organization (WTO). This
• UK and partners expose Russian state-supported actors for new ‘zero-click’ phishing campaign targeting Western organisations
  GCHQ’s National Cyber Security Centre and international partners issue warning as ‘LAUNDRY BEAR’ cyber threat group exposed for targeted phishing campaign 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
• Guidance: The UK’s accession to CPTPP for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
  Title: Unlocking Opportunities: The UK’s Accession to CPTPP and What It Means for SMEs The United Kingdom’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) marks a significant shift in the country’s trade landscape. As one of the world’s most influential regional trade agreements, CPTPP brings together diverse economies across the Asia-Pacific
• Official Statistics: Number of exporting registered businesses in the UK, 2016 to 2024
  Title: UK Exporting Registered Businesses and SMEs: A 2016–2024 Trajectory This release delivers a comprehensive estimate of the number and proportion of exporting registered businesses in the United Kingdom, with a parallel focus on exporting registered small and medium enterprises (SMEs), spanning the period from 2016 to 2024. The analysis provides a nuanced view of
• Decision: UK’s steel trade measure from 1 July 2026
  Title: What Changes on 1 July 2026: A New Steel Trade Measure Limiting Tariff-Free Import Quotas A new steel trade measure comes into effect on 1 July 2026 that tightens the availability of tariff-free steel import quotas. The change is designed to manage domestic steel supply more effectively, support local industry, and align with broader
• Corporate report: Summary of the first Fair Work Agency Advisory Board meeting
  Title: Establishing the Path Forward: Highlights from the FWA Advisory Board’s Inaugural Meeting on 7 May 2026 The inaugural meeting of the Fair Work Agency (FWA) Advisory Board on 7 May 2026 marked a significant milestone in the agency’s evolution. Delegates approached the session with a shared focus on strengthening the framework for fair work
• Notice: Trade remedies notices: anti-dumping duty on bicycles and bicycle parts from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Tunisia
  Title: Trade Remedies Notices: Anti-Dumping Duty on Bicycles and Parts from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Tunisia In recent trade policy developments, the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, and Trade (formerly the Secretary of State for Business and Trade) has published a series of trade remedies notices concerning anti-dumping duties
• Business Secretary: “I’m backing investment and innovation to power good growth in every corner of the UK”
  Title: New Business Secretary at Farnborough International Airshow: Setting out to go further and faster for growth At this year’s Farnborough International Airshow, the business secretary takes centre stage with a bold mandate: to accelerate growth by turning science and innovation into tangible, commercial outcomes that benefit every postcode across the country. The message is
• Post-quantum cryptography (PQC) migration workshop report
  No organisation can navigate the migration alone; key takeaways from our first PQC migration workshop. 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
• Official Statistics: National survey of registered businesses’ exporting behaviours, attitudes and needs 2025
  Data from fieldwork completed across 2025: Insights into UK export behaviours and attitudes This post presents a preview of the forthcoming publication on UK registered businesses and their engagement with exporting. The publication will assemble data tables, a written analytical report, and a technical report to provide a comprehensive view of how UK firms behave,
• Official Statistics: Trade and investment core statistics book
  Title: A monthly snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment position The UK’s trade and investment landscape is a dynamic mosaic, reflecting evolving global demand, shifting supply chains, and policy choices at home and abroad. Each month, a constellation of official statistics provides a clearer view of where the country stands, how trade flows are
• Official Statistics: Strategic export controls: licensing statistics 1 January to 31 March 2026
  Title: Export Control Licensing Data for 1 January to 31 March 2026 The first quarter of 2026 has again highlighted the importance of robust export control management for organisations operating within high-risk sectors. As businesses navigate evolving sanctions regimes, tightening controls on dual-use technologies, and shifting geopolitical considerations, a clear understanding of licensing activity during
• Swifter and simpler competition redress, regulatory appeals and competition enforcement
  Title: Streamlining Access to Justice: Faster, Clearer Paths for Opt-Out Actions, Regulatory Appeals, and Competition Enforcement This consultation sets out a suite of proposals aimed at making key legal processes swifter and simpler for individuals, businesses, and public bodies. At its core, the package seeks to remove procedural frictions that can delay beneficial actions while
• Opt-out collective actions regime review: call for evidence
  Title: Rethinking Access and Operation: Feedback on the Opt-out Collective Actions Regime for Competition Law Claims This call for evidence invites stakeholders to share their views on two linked facets of the opt-out collective actions regime: how access to the regime is obtained, and how the regime operates in practice for competition law claims. As
• Low Carbon Kent
  Title: Low Carbon Kent: A Network Driving Change for Business and Planet Low Carbon Kent is a growing network of businesses dedicated to tackling and adapting to climate change. In a landscape where sustainability and resilience are no longer optional, this collaboration brings together organisations across sectors to share insight, set ambitious yet achievable targets,
• Guidance: DBT standards for official statistics
  Title: Navigating the DBT Statistical Work Programme and Corporate Standards for Official Statistics The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is committed to delivering official statistics that are timely, transparent, and fit for purpose. Central to this commitment is a coherent statistical work programme underpinned by robust corporate standards. This post outlines the framework that
• WTO General Council July 2026: UK Statements
  Title: UK Statements at the WTO General Council: Insights from Kumar Iyer In recent sessions of the World Trade Organization’s General Council, the United Kingdom has reiterated its commitment to a open, rules-based multilateral trading system, while emphasising a pragmatic approach to liberalising trade and supporting sustainable development. Delivered by the UK’s Permanent Representative to
• Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia appointed Chair of the Financial Reporting Council
  Title: Dame Jayne-Anne to Assume Role from September Dame Jayne-Anne will take on the role from September, marking a significant moment for the organisation and its stakeholders. With a distinguished track record and a reputation for strategic leadership, she is poised to bring a fresh perspective, steady governance, and a renewed focus on sustainable growth.
• Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals process guidance and principles
  Title: Guidance for Making an Appeal under the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) Process and the Underlying Principles of Case Assessment Introduction Navigating the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) process can be challenging. This guidance sets out practical steps for making a successful appeal and explains the core principles that underpin how cases are assessed.
• Guidance: Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals assessment framework
  Title: Clarifying the Principles Behind Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals This framework brings together existing published material to provide more clarity on the principles applied when assessing Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) claims. By synthesising guidance from authoritative sources, it aims to support consistent decision‑making, reduce ambiguity for appellants, and promote transparency in the evaluation process.
• Transparency data: Department for Business and Trade information asset register
  Title: Understanding the Department for Business and Trade’s Information Asset Register In today’s data-driven environment, organisations face increasing scrutiny over how they manage and protect information. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) recognises this, and its Information Asset Register (IAR) provides a clear, structured overview of the information assets held across the department. This
• Crackdown on the loudest fireworks to protect families, pets and wildlife
  Title: New common-sense proposals will restrict the loudest fireworks to professional displays A set of new, common-sense proposals announced today aims to curb the excess noise from fireworks by ensuring that the loudest devices are reserved for professional displays only. The move is designed to balance celebration with consideration for communities, pets, and the broader
• Policy paper: UK Government-to-Government (G2G) Strategy
  Title: The G2G Strategy: A Blueprint for Growth Through Government-to-Government Partnerships In an era of rapid global change, governments face the dual challenge of sustaining economic growth while stewarding public priorities such as security, resilience, and social equity. The G2G Strategy outlined by the government responds to this challenge by charting a clear path for
• Policy paper: Implementing the Plan to Make Work Pay and Employment Rights Act
  Title: The Updated Implementation Timeline for the Government’s Plan to Make Work Pay and the Employment Rights Act 2025 The government has published a refreshed timetable for its Plan to Make Work Pay and the Employment Rights Act 2025, outlining the key milestones, interdependencies, and practical implications for employers, employees, and advisers. The revised timeline
• Care workers to be represented in Fair Pay Agreements
  Title: New negotiating body to be set up as part of the first ever adult social care Fair Pay Agreement, representing millions of care workers A landmark development is taking shape in the UK’s adult social care sector as a new negotiating body is being established to oversee the first ever Fair Pay Agreement (FPA)
• Government brings British Steel into public ownership to protect UK steelmaking
  Title: Safeguarding UK Steel: The Government’s Move to Public Ownership The Government has today (16 July) taken British Steel into public ownership to protect the future of steel production in the UK. This decisive step reflects a long-standing commitment to national resilience, industrial strategy, and the vital role that steel plays in the country’s economy.
• Form: Register for the Horizon Family Members Redress Scheme
  Title: How to Use the Online Form to Register as an Affected Family Member of the Post Office Horizon Scandal If a loved one was adversely affected by the Post Office Horizon scandal, you may be eligible to register as an affected family member to access support, information, and updates on the ongoing case. The
• Make Work Pay: employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children
  Title: We want your views on employment rights for unpaid carers and parents of seriously ill children We are seeking views on the employment rights available to people with unpaid caring responsibilities and to parents who have a seriously ill child. This is an issue that touches the daily lives and futures of families, workers
• Corporate report: UK strategic export controls annual report 2025
  Title: A Comprehensive Review of the UK’s Strategic Export Controls and Licensing Decisions (January–December 2025) This report provides a detailed overview of the United Kingdom’s strategic export controls policy and the corresponding licensing decisions throughout 2025. It synthesises policy developments, licensing activity, and the factors shaping decision-making to offer a clear picture of how UK
• Guidance: National treatment of conformity assessment bodies (NTCABs) with India
  Title: How the NTCABs Process Ensures UK and India Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) Are Treated Equally In an increasingly globalised market, the integrity of conformity assessment processes rests on clear, consistent, and impartial evaluation standards. The NTCABs (National Technical Conformity Assessment Bodies) framework is designed to deliver just that by establishing a robust mechanism that
• Corporate report: Department for Business and Trade annual report and accounts for 2025 to 2026
  Title: A Detailed Commentary on the Performance, Governance Arrangements and Expenditure of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) sits at a pivotal juncture of UK policy, tasked with promoting economic growth, supporting enterprise, safeguarding consumer interests, and shaping the country’s position in a rapidly evolving global market.
• Policy paper: British Sign Language (BSL) 5-year plan: Department for Business and Trade
  Title: Advancing BSL in Department for Business and Trade Communications: A five-year Plan with Annual Progress Updates Over the next five years, the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is committed to embedding British Sign Language (BSL) more deeply in its communications. This plan outlines our approach to ensuring that BSL is accessible, inclusive, and
• Notice: Trade remedies notice: definitive anti-dumping duty on certain excavators originating from China
  Title: UK Implements Definitive Anti-Dumping Duty on Certain Chinese-Origination Excavators The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has announced the application of a definitive anti-dumping duty on a defined range of excavators originating from China. This measure forms part of the United Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to ensuring fair competition within its market for heavy

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