Ofcom provisionally finds suicide forum in breach of Online Safety Act
Ofcom has provisionally found a provider of an online suicide forum in breach of the UK's Online Safety Act. The provider failed to conduct adequate risk assessments and implement proportionate measures to protect users from illegal content. Ofcom is considering sanctions, including potential fines or business disruption measures.
Gender Recognition (Disclosure of Information) Order 2026
The UK Secretary of State has issued the Gender Recognition (Disclosure of Information) (England) Order 2026, effective March 20, 2026. This order permits authorized disclosure of protected information for a specific data linkage study related to gender identity services and revokes a previous order from 2022.
FCA CEO Speech: UK Wholesale Finance Renaissance
FCA chief executive Nikhil Rathi delivered a speech on the future of UK wholesale finance, emphasizing the UK's role as a global trading hub and the FCA's commitment to market integrity and reform. The speech, delivered at the Goldman Sachs EMEA Head of Trading conference, highlighted opportunities for growth and the need for the UK financial sector to adapt at market speed.
Environmental Permit Application Advertisement - Billie Piper
The Environment Agency has published an advertisement for an environmental permit application submitted by Billie Piper for a site at Sunnyglade, Haycrafts Lane, Swanage, BH19 3EB. This notice informs the public about the application and the process for commenting.
Companies House Appoints Dr Ros Rivaz as Chair
Ministers have confirmed the appointment of Dr Ros Rivaz as the new Chair of Companies House, effective March 1, 2026. She succeeds John Clarke and brings extensive leadership experience to guide the organization's transformation and support the government's transparency agenda.