United Kingdom

Contract Award: Exams Venue Hire in Oskemen, Kazakhstan

The British Council has awarded a contract for venue hire services to "BEST" Education Centre in Oskemen, Kazakhstan, for computer-delivered exams. The contract value is £178,448 excluding VAT and runs from March 2026 to March 2028, with an option to extend.

Bristol City Council Contract Award: Vehicle Removal Services

Bristol City Council has awarded a contract for vehicle removal services to MACPHERSON & COLBURN LIMITED. The contract is valued at £1,200,000 including VAT and will run for five years, commencing April 8, 2026. This award notice follows an open procedure procurement process.

Contract Award: Physical Activity for SMI Patients

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract for the provision of physical activity interventions to patients with SMI across Buckinghamshire. The contract value is £37,992 and was awarded to an existing provider via a direct award process.

Space Technology Solutions Dynamic Market Modification Notice

The UK Crown Commercial Service has issued a modification notice for the Space Technology Solutions dynamic market. One supplier, BLUESKY INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, has been removed from multiple parts of the procurement framework.

OFSI General Licence for Kazakh Oil Exports

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) has issued General Licence INT/2026/9247168, permitting activities related to the supply, purchase, transportation, or delivery of Kazakh Oil. This licence is issued under the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.

Ofcom Fines 4chan £450,000 for Child Pornography Protection Failures

Ofcom has fined the social media platform 4chan a total of £520,000 for failing to protect children from online pornography. The fines include £450,000 for lacking effective age checks, £50,000 for failing to assess risks of illegal content, and £20,000 for inadequate terms of service regarding illegal content protection.

Ofcom Opens Q/V Band Spectrum for Satellite Gateways

Ofcom has decided to make up to 10 GHz of spectrum in the Q/V band available for satellite gateway earth stations in low-density areas of the UK. The regulator is now consulting on proposals to extend this access to high-density urban areas and has announced changes to streamline the Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) licensing process.

Ofcom Spectrum Policy Updates and Consultation on Satellite Services

Ofcom has published updates to its spectrum policy for space-based services, including changes to licensing and fees. The regulator also announced upcoming consultations on expanding spectrum access for satellite broadband on ships and planes, and future approaches to the 2 GHz spectrum band.

Guidance on Submitting Export Licence Applications for Defence Controls

The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has published new guidance for exporters on submitting licence applications under the Agreement on Defence Export Controls. This guidance aims to help exporters understand requirements, provide accurate information, and ensure timely processing of their applications.

Guidance on Integration Certificate for Defence Export Controls

The UK Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has published guidance on completing the Integration Certificate required under Article 3 of the Agreement on Defence Export Controls. This guidance aims to assist exporters in understanding the necessary information and ensuring accurate submission of technical details.