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• UK trade agreements in effect
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• Transparency data: UK-Ghana Interim Trade Partnership Agreement Committee documents
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• Notice: Trade remedies notices: anti-dumping duty on cold-rolled iron and steel products from China and Russia (expired)
  Title: Trade Remedies Notices on anti-dumping duties for cold-rolled iron and steel from China and Russia (expired) In the evolving landscape of international trade, the Secretary of State for International Trade periodically publishes trade remedies notices that set out the UK’s stance on anti-dumping measures. One such wave of notices concerned cold-rolled iron and steel
• Guidance: Critical Minerals Programme: Critical Minerals Accelerator
  Title: Strengthening UK Critical Mineral Supply Chains: Funding for Innovation and Resilience In a world where the demand for essential minerals is accelerating, and the security of supply is increasingly scrutinised, the United Kingdom has a clear mandate: to bolster domestic capability, diversify sources, and accelerate innovation across the critical minerals sector. Funding plays a
• NCSC statement in response to recent incidents resulting from frontier AI evaluations
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• Correspondence: Keep Britain Working review update: June 2026
  Title: June 2026 update on implementing the independent review of employers’ role in tackling health-based economic inactivity and promoting healthy and inclusive workplaces Across the UK, the health of the workforce and the inclusivity of workplaces remain central to sustainable economic growth. The June 2026 update provides a clear picture of progress in implementing the
• Accredited official statistics: Building materials and components statistics: July 2026
  Title: Building Materials Insights: Monthly and Quarterly Price Indices for Key Constructions Components In the evolving landscape of construction and procurement, reliable data on material costs is essential for budget planning, supplier negotiations, and project scheduling. This article provides a concise overview of selected building materials, highlighting monthly price indices for bricks, cement and concrete
• How to report serious abuse or exploitation at work
  Title: What Serious Abuse or Exploitation at Work Could Mean and How to Report It for Investigation Workplace wellbeing is fundamental to productivity, trust, and safety. When abuse or exploitation occurs, it undermines not only the individuals affected but the integrity of the organisation as a whole. Recognising what constitutes serious abuse or exploitation and
• Guidance: Complying with sanctions relating to banknotes
  Title: Guidance on Complying with Sanctions: Trade of Banknotes with Belarus and Russia The global sanctions landscape continues to evolve, and financial institutions, exporters, and intermediaries must exercise diligence when dealing with banknotes or related currency instruments connected to Belarus or Russia. This guidance provides a practical, compliance-focused overview to help organisations understand obligations, assess
• Elmbridge Start Up Boost Fund
  Title: The Elmbridge Start-Up Boost: Helping New Ventures Overcome One-Off Costs Starting a new business is a exciting journey, but it often comes with a set of immediate financial hurdles. In Elmbridge, the Start-Up Boost programme is designed to address these very early-stage costs, enabling entrepreneurs to establish a foothold and begin operating with greater
• Sovereign AI invests in UK startup reinventing AI chips
  Title: Government’s Sovereign AI Invests in UK Startup Reinventing the Chips That Make AI Possible The UK government has announced a strategic investment through its Sovereign AI initiative, targeting a pioneering startup that is redefining the hardware foundations of artificial intelligence. This move underscores a broader commitment to securing domestic leadership in AI technology, from
• British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme: consultation on scheme eligibility and approach
  Title: Gathering Views on the Proposed British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and Eligibility Criteria We are seeking views on the proposed approach to the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and how eligible businesses should be selected. This draft blog outlines the rationale behind BICS, the proposed design, and avenues for stakeholder input. Overview of
• Official Statistics: UK trade in numbers
  Title: A Snapshot of the UK’s Latest Trade and Investment Position: Insights from ONS, DBT, and UNCTAD As the UK continues to navigate a rapidly shifting global economy, a close look at the latest trade and investment statistics provides a clear picture of where the country stands and where it may be headed. Drawing on
• 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 picture continues to evolve on a monthly cadence, with figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), and a range of partner bodies offering deeper context.
• Gemma Stevenson appointed as HMTC for Middle East & Pakistan
  Title: Gemma Stevenson Appointed HMTC for the Middle East and Pakistan and His Majesty’s Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates The British government has announced a new appointment that reinforces its strategic engagement with the Middle East and South Asia. Gemma Stevenson has been appointed His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner (HMTC) for the Middle
• Notice: Notice to exporters 2026/18: F680 licence applicants to use LITE instead of SPIRE
  Title: Migrating from SPIRE to LITE: Guidance for F680 Licence Applicants This notice advises applicants for F680 licences to use LITE rather than SPIRE. In the evolving landscape of licensing compliance, streamlined processes and reliable data systems are essential for timely and accurate submissions. The current guidance emphasises a shift from SPIRE to LITE for
• Independent report: Made Smarter Adoption: impact and process evaluation
  Title: Independent Evaluation of the Design, Delivery and Impact of the Made Smarter Adoption Programme (April 2022 – March 2025) The Made Smarter Adoption programme has stood at the intersection of ambition and real-world implementation, aiming to accelerate the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies across businesses of varying sizes and sectors. This independent evaluation covers
• The FSE Group
  Title: Financing Innovation: FSE’s Range of Loans and Equity for Growth Companies In today’s dynamic business landscape, innovative growth companies require flexible, patient capital that aligns with their long-term strategies. FSE recognises this need and offers a comprehensive suite of funding options designed to fuel development, scale operations, and sustain competitive advantage. By combining loans
• Guidance: Overseas business risk for Turkey
  Title: Understanding key security and political risks for UK businesses operating in Turkey When operating in Turkey, UK businesses should approach the environment with a clear awareness of the security and political landscape. Being proactive about risks enables better risk management, contingency planning, and sustainable operations. Below is a concise overview of the main factors
• Research: Export client reported impact survey
  Annual results from the export client reported impact survey The annual export client reported impact survey offers a critical lens through which we can gauge the tangible outcomes of our programmes and services. This year’s results illuminate both the progress we have made and the areas where further attention is required to ensure sustainable, meaningful
• Research: Export client quality survey technical reports
  Title: Technical Reports for the Export Client Quality Survey In today’s export-led markets, the quality of client feedback is a strategic asset. Technical reports that document the Export Client Quality Survey (ECQS) play a pivotal role in translating raw responses into actionable insights. A well-structured report not only communicates findings clearly but also supports decision-making,
• Research: Export client quality survey questionnaires
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• Research: Export client quality survey
  Title: Annual Results from the Export Client Quality Survey This year’s export client quality survey provides a clear and comparative view of performance across our international client base. The data highlights where we are meeting client expectations, where we are exceeding them, and where there is room for focused improvement. The insights gathered help us
• Guidance: Overseas business risk for Kazakhstan
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• Time off for public duties
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• Notice: Notice to exporters 2026/17: compound settlement for breaches of export control
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• Guidance: Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA): tariff of reasonable legal costs
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• Official Statistics: Trade and investment factsheets: latest update
  Title: The Latest Snapshot of the UK’s Trade and Investment Positions with Overseas Partners The United Kingdom’s trade and investment landscape remains a dynamic barometer of global economic integration in the post-pandemic era. This article synthesises the most current data on how the UK is positioned with its overseas trading partners, highlighting performance, structural shifts,
• Statutory guidance: Distributing tips fairly: revised statutory code of practice
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• Make Work Pay: strengthening the law on tipping
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• Business Durham
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• Carbon Trust
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• Research: 2025–2026 UK–Taiwan Business Survey: results
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• Statutory guidance: Electronic and workplace balloting: code of practice
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• Policy paper: MoU between DBT and UKAS
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• When cyber attacks happen: helping organisations recover
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