New green paper establishes government’s view on how to put in place the regulatory framework needed.
Link: UK set to be first country to legislate for safe and efficient rollout of fusion energy
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Companies bidding for major government contracts face green rules
New greener rules for companies bidding for major government contracts come into force today
Link: Companies bidding for major government contracts face green rules
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Transport to unleash the UK’s potential as a world leader in future technologies
Consultation launched to consider groundbreaking technologies that will transform how we travel over the next decade.
Link: Transport to unleash the UK’s potential as a world leader in future technologies
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UK kickstarts talks to join £9 trillion global trade bloc
The first meeting of the CPTPP UK Accession Working Group will take place virtually today.
Link: UK kickstarts talks to join £9 trillion global trade bloc
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More than £50m approved for City Deal low carbon programme
The UK and Welsh Governments approve £58.7 million to help establish the Swansea Bay City Region as a leader in low carbon growth and the green economy.
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UK funding protects 88 million people from the impacts of climate change
Between 2011 and 2021, UK aid has supported 88 million people to cope with climate change, as well as improving 41 million people’s access to clean energy, according to new results published today.
Link: UK funding protects 88 million people from the impacts of climate change
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Tech jobs increase in Edinburgh and Glasgow as sector thrives
Figures show Scotland’s digital sector is booming, with tech roles increasing by over 25% in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Link: Tech jobs increase in Edinburgh and Glasgow as sector thrives
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Businesses get more time to prepare for digital tax changes
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will now be introduced in April 2024.
Link: Businesses get more time to prepare for digital tax changes
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Millions to be empowered by government plans to strengthen day one employment rights and increase productivity of businesses
Government announces plans to make the right to request flexible working a day one right, as well as new entitlements for unpaid carers.
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£220 million to help big-emitting industries become cleaner and greener
Investment will support green projects that help businesses clean up their industrial processes, improve their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon emissions.
Link: £220 million to help big-emitting industries become cleaner and greener
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