United Kingdom

Intellikeys Replacement Project - PCH Toilets Contract Award

The Corporate Officer of the House of Commons has awarded a contract for the Intellikeys Replacement Project at Portcullis House to Thornwood Design & Build Ltd. The contract, valued at £39,222.13 excluding VAT, covers the supply and installation of new bathroom and cubicle door handles.

Bakery fined after employee hip fracture fall

Greenhalgh’s Craft Bakery Limited was fined £16,667 after an employee suffered a hip fracture in a fall from a pallet box. The company failed to conduct a suitable risk assessment and provide appropriate equipment for working at height.

TPR Data: Master Trusts Dominate DC Market as Smaller Schemes Exit

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has released data showing a 15% decrease in defined contribution (DC) schemes in 2025, with master trusts now dominating the market. TPR urges smaller schemes that do not deliver value for savers to consolidate.

MHRA NICE Integrated Scientific Advice Service Guidance

The MHRA and NICE have updated guidance on their Integrated Scientific Advice (ISA) service for medicine developers. The updates provide additional information on preparing for ISA meetings, including specific guidance on writing questions, creating briefing books, and understanding ISA reports and fees.

MHRA Field Safety Notices for Medical Devices

The MHRA has published a list of Field Safety Notices (FSNs) for medical devices issued between March 9-13, 2026. These notices are for informational purposes, and recipients are advised to act on any FSN received from a manufacturer.

UKRI Funding for PET Imaging Data Platform

UKRI is offering £4.7 million in grant funding for the establishment of a National PET Imaging Platform Data Platform. The opportunity is open to eligible UK research organizations invited to apply, with applications opening on April 1, 2026, and closing on June 17, 2026.

AI Humanities Sandpits Funding Opportunity

UKRI has announced a new funding opportunity for AI humanities sandpits, with a total fund of £1,160,000. The opportunity is invite-only and requires attendance at a prior workshop. Applications open on May 5, 2026, and close on May 28, 2026.

FCA Modernises Financial Redress System

The FCA has announced updates to the financial redress system, in collaboration with the Financial Ombudsman Service and the Government. These changes aim to provide consumers with fairer outcomes more quickly and offer firms greater clarity on complaint handling processes.

Redrow Homes Environmental Permit Application Advertisement

The Environment Agency is advertising an environmental permit application submitted by Redrow Homes Limited for a site in York. The agency is consulting the public on applications related to waste operations, installations, and water discharge activities.

ICO Decision Notice: Mid Sussex District Council - EIR Request

The ICO found that Mid Sussex District Council correctly applied exemptions to an EIR request regarding a poisoning allegation investigation. However, the council breached the 20-working-day response time. No further steps are required from the council.