United Kingdom

Northern Ireland Small Business Rate Relief Extended

The Department of Finance in Northern Ireland has amended the Rates (Small Business Hereditament Relief) Regulations 2010. This amendment extends the small business rate relief scheme by substituting the end of the qualifying year from April 1, 2026, to April 1, 2027.

On-demand Programme Services (Tier 1 Services) Regulations 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the On-demand Programme Services (Tier 1 Services) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations define Tier 1 services as those with over 500,000 average monthly UK users, excluding the BBC. This action aims to bring certain on-demand services under specific regulatory duties.

Child Trust Funds (Amendment) Regulations 2026

The UK Treasury has issued the Child Trust Funds (Amendment) Regulations 2026, effective April 6, 2026. These regulations amend the 2004 regulations to restrict UK cryptoasset exchange traded notes from being qualifying investments in Child Trust Funds, with exceptions for existing holdings.

NHS Dental Regulations Amendment 2026

The National Health Service (Primary Dental Services and Dental Charges) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 amend existing NHS dental regulations in England and Wales. Key changes include revised definitions for 'complete' and 'urgent treatment', and the introduction of new terms related to fluoride varnish treatments and contract values. These regulations come into force on April 1, 2026.

Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

The UK Treasury and Secretary of State have issued the Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. These regulations amend existing customs legislation, primarily updating tariff versions and definitions. The majority of the provisions come into force on April 1, 2026.

Contract Award: Ultramicrotome Supply for Cambridge University Hospitals

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract valued at £169,606 (including VAT) to Leica Microsystems (UK) Limited for the supply, installation, validation, verification, and maintenance of an ultramicrotome. The contract is for a period of one year, commencing May 1, 2026.

Platform Housing Limited Data Programme Market Engagement Notice

Platform Housing Limited has issued a preliminary market engagement notice for its 'Together in Data' programme, which involves implementing a cloud-first, Microsoft Fabric-based data ecosystem. This notice seeks supplier insights to shape the procurement strategy for a partner to support the design, build, and support of the new data platform.

Yorkshire Water Employee Screening Services Tender Notice

Yorkshire Water Services Limited has published a tender notice for employee screening services, with an estimated value of £800,000. The procurement process is expected to launch on April 20, 2026, with a deadline for requests to participate on April 30, 2026.

Corrigendum: Medical services at Hollies Surgery, Norfolk

NHS Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care Board has issued a corrigendum regarding the provision of General Medical Services at The Hollies Surgery. This notice corrects details within the original award intention notice, specifically related to the Provider Selection Regime and procurement regulations.

Buckinghamshire Council Living in Care Tender Notice

Buckinghamshire Council has published a tender notice for a dynamic market for the provision of living in care services. The notice was published on March 11, 2026, and outlines the scope and submission process for potential suppliers.