Skills Education Advisers ECSC Framework Re-opening
The Department for Education is re-opening LOT 2 of the Educational Children's Social Care (ECSC) Professional Framework for Skills Education Advisers. The opportunity covers qualifications design and assessment strategy expertise for T Levels, 16-19 English and Maths, ESOL, and Essential Digital Skills. Suppliers must register on Jaggaer and indicate interest via SSQ 757 by 16 April 2026.
Walking Trail Tender - Dorsey GFC Project, Closing 7 May
NMD Council (Newry, Mourne and Down District Council) published a tender notice on Contracts Finder for the PP2005 Dorsey GFC Walking Trail Project. The contract involves scrub-removal work, landscaping for sports grounds and recreational areas, and associated civil engineering works. Interested suppliers must register on the MultiQuote portal and submit tenders by 7 May 2026 at 12pm.
CASA Programme Early Engagement - Climate Capacity Building for Developing Nations
DESNZ published an early engagement notice for the Climate Ambition Support Alliance (CASA) programme, seeking suppliers to provide training and technical, legal, and logistical support for developing country negotiators on climate change. The programme aims to build capacity for least developed and climate-vulnerable states. The engagement closes 23 April 2026.
FLJ Structural Tee Beam Repairs £4M-£6.3M Portsmouth Naval Base
HM Naval Base Portsmouth seeks contractors for Fountain Lake Jetty Berth 1 & 2 structural repairs via KBS Maritime tendering portal. Scope includes 350m concrete T-beam repairs, 58 steel pile repairs, and cathodic protection system design and installation. Contract value £4M-£6.3M with phased execution April 2027 to August 2028 to maintain berth availability.
Microsoft Enterprise Agreement LSP 2026 - Defra License Procurement
Defra seeks a Licence Solutions Provider (LSP) to provide Microsoft Enterprise Agreement licenses and services across the department via TePas2 framework. This early engagement notice closes 30 April 2026, with formal tender expected within the following month.
Asset Management: Improving Applications for Authorisation
The FCA published guidance identifying common issues that cause delays or rejection for asset management firms seeking UK authorisation. A review of 292 applications between September 2024 and September 2025 found 14% had problems across areas including office location, outsourcing accountability, business model risks, conflict of interest management, and client redress schemes. The guidance advises firms to address these areas before submitting applications to avoid authorisation delays.
Heat Networks Operators Must Report Data Quarterly, Annually
Ofgem has published guidance requiring heat network operators and suppliers to submit data on both quarterly and annual bases starting Autumn 2026. The regulator will issue a Request for Information to all registered operators before the first reporting window opens, notifying them of their reporting obligations and providing access to the full list of required data points. This data reporting regime is designed to enable ongoing market supervision and protect customer interests.
Heat Networks Operator Guidance: Help and Support from Ofgem
Ofgem published guidance on 9 April 2026 providing heat network operators and suppliers with information on available support, including how to contact Ofgem for general queries, technical issues with the digital registration service, and compliance-related questions. The guidance clarifies what Ofgem can and cannot assist with regarding heat network regulation.
Heat Network Operators Must Notify Ofgem of Changes to Registration
Ofgem published guidance requiring heat network operators and suppliers to notify the regulator of material changes affecting their registration. Operators must report transfers of responsibility, network removals, fuel or technology changes, and organisational changes. Changes are reported via email to heatnetworkregulations@ofgem.gov.uk. Operators may update certain non-material information directly in the digital service.
Heat Network Operators: Post-Registration Obligations and Compliance
Ofgem published guidance for heat network operators and suppliers on their ongoing post-registration obligations, including requirements to notify Ofgem of material changes and submit regular data reports. The guidance applies to all registered heat network operators and suppliers in Great Britain and clarifies obligations under heat network authorisation conditions.
Heat Networks Registration Guidance, Deadline 27 January 2027
Ofgem published guidance requiring heat network operators and suppliers to register with the regulator by 27 January 2027. The guidance defines relevant heat networks (district, communal, and self-supply), clarifies operator and supplier roles, and establishes registration requirements for organisations owning or controlling heat network assets or supplying heating, cooling or hot water to consumers.
Heat Network Operators Must Register by 26 January 2027
Ofgem published guidance requiring heat network operators and suppliers to register details about their organisation, ownership, financial resilience, and consumer protection arrangements by 26 January 2027. Registration opens April 2026 via Ofgem's digital service 'Comply with heat networks consumer protection regulations'. Operators must create GOV.UK One Login accounts and nominate a regulatory contact.
Power to Award Degrees etc. (Spurgeon's College) (Revocation) Order 2026
The Office for Students has revoked Spurgeon's College degree-awarding powers under the Higher Education and Research Act 2017. The revocation Order (SI 2026/394), made on 7th April 2026 and effective 27th April 2026, cancels two prior Orders from 2022 and 2025. Spurgeon's College, a registered higher education provider, has ceased operations, eliminating its authority to confer degrees.
A9/A99 Trunk Road (Latheron) Temporary 40mph Speed Restriction Order 2026
The Scottish Government has made The A9/A99 Trunk Road (Latheron) (Temporary 40mph Speed Restriction) Order 2026 (SSI 2026 No. 180), establishing a temporary 40mph speed restriction on the A9/A99 trunk road at Latheron. This statutory instrument is a binding road traffic order that applies to all vehicles using the affected road section. The order is available as a PDF on legislation.gov.uk.
Universal Credit, PIP and ESA Amendment Regulations 2026
The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions has made the Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment and Employment and Support Allowance (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (UKSI 2026/395), amending three sets of social security regulations. The amendments clarify that paid work (or work in expectation of payment) and voluntary work are not considered 'relevant changes of circumstances' for triggering benefit reassessments. The regulations come into force on 30 April 2026.
The Road Races (Craigantlet Hill Climb) Order (Northern Ireland) 2026
Northern Ireland's Department for Infrastructure has made The Road Races (Craigantlet Hill Climb) Order 2026 (NISR 2026/76), implementing road closures and traffic restrictions for the Craigantlet Hill Climb motorsport event. The order specifies temporary prohibition of traffic on affected roads during the event period. Participants, spectators, and local motorists will be subject to designated traffic management arrangements.
Maternity Review Chair Support Services - Donna Ockenden Ltd, £7.2M
The Department of Health & Social Care has awarded a contract valued at £6 million (excluding VAT, £7.2 million including VAT) to Donna Ockenden Limited for chair support services relating to Maternity Reviews. The contract runs from 1 June 2026 to 1 June 2029 with possible extension to 1 June 2030. The direct award was justified on the basis of single supplier with intellectual property or exclusive rights, as the Chair of investigations specifically requested the team available only through Donna Ockenden Ltd.
Export Support Programme - West Midlands Combined Authority - £2,551,500
West Midlands Combined Authority published a tender for the Export Support Programme to help high-growth businesses manage exporting activity. The contract is worth £2,551,500 including VAT (£2,126,250 ex-VAT) for September 2026 to March 2027, with potential extensions to March 2029. Bidders must have Employer's Liability Insurance (£10M), Public Liability Insurance (£5M), and Professional Indemnity Insurance (£2M).
HEIW Awards £102K Contract for Cadaveric Surgical Training
Health Education and Improvement Wales (HEIW) has awarded a £102,000 contract to Doctors Academy (INDOBRITISH ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LTD) for cadaveric surgical skills training services. The contract covers supply of cadavers, anatomy facilities, mortuary services, and specialist surgical education for trainees in Wales over approximately 2 years and 4 months. The award was made via Single Tender Action due to the highly specialised nature of cadaveric services.
Green Line Cars Wins Surrey SEND Transport Contract, £131,842.86
Surrey County Council has awarded a £131,842.86 contract to Green Line Cars for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) transport services under an open procedure. The contract was awarded on 9 April 2026 following receipt of 8 tenders, with price comprising 95% of the award weighting.
SSE Services Awards £4M iHawk SaaS Contract to Cyberhawk
SSE Services PLC has awarded a £4,000,000 contract to Cyberhawk Innovations Limited for the iHawk SaaS platform covering asset inspection, UAS imagery management, and condition-based reporting. The direct award (justified on IP and technical grounds) runs from April 2026 to March 2031. The standstill period ends 21 April 2026, with contract signature expected from 22 April 2026.
City of Bradford Security Contract, Kings Guarding Solutions
City of Bradford Security Contract, Kings Guarding Solutions
Barnet £372k Vehicle and Container Cleaning Tender
London Borough of Barnet published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for vehicle and container cleaning services valued at £372,000. The contract is divided into two lots covering vehicle/plant washing and waste container washing services with a submission deadline of 7 May 2026.
County Wide Grounds Maintenance Services - £23.76M Tender
Buckinghamshire Council published a tender notice for County Wide Grounds Maintenance Services valued at £23.76 million. The contract covers grounds maintenance, play area inspection and maintenance, and Green Space services across Buckinghamshire. Submissions are due by 12 May 2026.
PSR Direct Award C - CYPS CNE Counselling Services Contract Award
Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust published a corrigendum to its PSR Direct Award C contract for Children and Young People's Services (CYPS) counselling in Newcastle and Gateshead. The notice corrects the original award notice to clarify that the contract is awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, excluding Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Annual contract value is £328,778 for the period 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027.
Northumbria Healthcare Water Treatment Contract, £14,941.20
Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management awarded a contract for chilled and heating water treatment services to Rock Compliance Limited under the UK Procurement Act 2023. The contract, valued at £14,941.20 including VAT, runs for three years from April 2026 to April 2029. This below-threshold open competition procurement was published on Find a Tender.
Level 2 Oral Surgery with Sedation Contract Award - Hertfordshire Goffs Oak
NHS Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board has awarded a contract for Level 2 Oral Surgery services with sedation to the existing provider at Goffs Oak. The three-year contract, valued at £330,435, was awarded via direct award process C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. Services commenced 1 April 2026.
Air Warfare Training for Ukrainian Air Force - £1M Contract to Inzpire Ltd
The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded a £1 million contract to Inzpire Limited for Air Warfare Education and Training capability for the Ukrainian Air Force. The two-year contract covers Air Tactics and Planning courses and Electronic Warfare Training, with approximately 20 weeks of training per year. The direct award justification cites single supplier status due to intellectual property ownership and technical reasons.
MHRA-NICE Aligned Pathway Accelerates Patient Access to Medicines by 3-6 Months
The MHRA and NICE launched an aligned pathway that synchronizes regulatory approval with health technology assessment, enabling new medicines to reach NHS patients 3-6 months earlier than previous timelines. This integration brings together the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence to deliver simultaneous regulatory and reimbursement decisions.
TVP Officer Charged With Causing Death by Careless Driving
The IOPC announced that PC Philip Duthie, 41, a Thames Valley Police officer, has been charged with causing death by careless driving in connection with the 2021 death of Kimberley Cameron in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. Following a reinvestigation completed in December 2025, the Crown Prosecution Service authorised the charge under section 2B of the Road Traffic Act 1988. The officer is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 27 April 2026.
JR337 Application for Judicial Review - Immigration Protection
The High Court of Justice in Northern Ireland King's Bench Division delivered judgment in JR337, a judicial review application by a young Nigerian woman concerning her immigration status. The applicant arrived in the UK in January 2024 as a dependent child on her mother's skilled worker visa and claimed protection based on alleged abuse and trafficking. The court issued its decision on 27 March 2026.
HMRC February 2026 Performance Update
HMRC published its February 2026 performance update for fiscal year 2025-2026, reporting on performance against strategic objectives including tax collection, customer service delivery, and compliance outcomes. The report includes detailed performance data spreadsheets and metric definitions.
Draft Regulations: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Emissions and Verification
HMRC has published draft secondary legislation for the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), covering emissions monitoring and verification requirements. The consultation seeks feedback on embodied emissions provisions, monitoring standards, and verification procedures for UK importers of aluminium, cement, fertilisers, hydrogen, and iron and steel goods from 1 January 2027. Responses are due by 21 May 2026.
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism CBAM Communications Resources Pack
HMRC published communications resources for trade associations and industry bodies to cascade CBAM information to businesses importing goods from five specified sectors: aluminium, cement, fertiliser, hydrogen, and iron and steel. The materials include sample emails, social media messaging, and leaflets available in English and Welsh. CBAM comes into effect on 1 January 2027 and affects UK importers of covered goods from these sectors.
R v Percival - Attorney General's Undue Leniency Reference
The Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) dismissed the Attorney General's reference under s.36 Criminal Justice Act 1988 regarding the sentence of Lance Melville Percival, who was convicted of 16 serious sexual offences against a vulnerable adult between 2021 and 2024. The original sentence of 12 years and 6 months' imprisonment imposed by HHJ Harden-Frost at Guildford Crown Court was upheld as not unduly lenient. The court reaffirmed the victim's anonymity under the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act 1992.
FDIS Catterick Refurbishments - 38 Properties
FDIS Catterick refurbishments, 38 properties, Amey North
Diia.Osvita Project Communication Campaign Procurement
Chemonics Group UK Limited, implementing the FCDO-funded Partnership Fund for a Resilient Ukraine Phase 2 (PFRU-2), invites proposals for the Diia.Osvita communication campaign and educational product production. The contract, valued at £0–£250,000 with a start date of 8 June 2026 and end date of 9 January 2027, is open to all interested suppliers under an above-threshold open procedure. Proposals are due by 11 May 2026 at 15:00 Kyiv time.
Solution Development for Advanced Connectivity Technologies
UKRI/Innovate UK, on behalf of the Department for Science Innovation and Technology (DSIT), announced a £25 million grant funding competition for UK organisations to develop secure, sustainable or sovereign connectivity technologies. Single applicants must be UK-registered SMEs; collaborative projects require a UK business as lead with at least one SME partner. Applications close 13 May 2026.
Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure Two: Alternative Fuels
UK Research and Innovation announced a £150 million grant funding opportunity for clean maritime solutions. The competition, co-funded by the Department for Transport and administered by Innovate UK, opens 26 June 2026 and closes 16 September 2026. UK registered organisations in collaborative partnerships can apply to develop, deploy, and operate zero-emission vessel technologies using alternative fuels for three years in real-world environments.
FRC Opens Investigation into PwC Audit of Digital 9 Infrastructure
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has commenced an investigation into PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP regarding the audit of Digital 9 Infrastructure plc's consolidated financial statements for the financial year ended 31 December 2023. The decision to open the investigation was made by the FRC's Conduct Committee on 16 December 2025. The FRC explicitly states that the investigation does not indicate any findings of breach and does not extend to parties beyond the statutory auditor(s) and audit firm(s).
FCA Restricts Bazar Money Transfer Limited from Payment Services
The FCA imposed restrictions on Bazar Money Transfer Limited (BMTL) on 21 November 2025, preventing it from providing regulated payment services. BMTL was no longer meeting the conditions for registration as a small payment institution. Following representations from BMTL, the FCA issued a Second Supervisory Notice on 6 March 2026, maintaining the restrictions in place.
Essex Skip-Hire Boss and Firm Plead Guilty to Waste Crime Charges
The Environment Agency prosecuted Roy Brett and RJ Brett Contracts Ltd for operating a skip-hire business in Essex without an environmental permit between 2024 and 2026. The company stored excessive waste in an undersized yard, ignored repeated warnings over two years, and undercut competitors by evading permit fees. Both parties pleaded guilty to environmental law breaches.
Adam Pettitt Environmental Permit Application - Old Cholmeleians Sports Club
The Environment Agency has published a public notice regarding Mr. Adam Pettitt's environmental permit application (EPR/KP3521LV/A001) for Old Cholmeleians Sports Club at 28 Hendon Wood Lane, London NW7 4HR. The notice covers waste operations, installations, water discharge activities, and medium combustion plant. The public may submit comments on the application before the Agency decides whether to grant or refuse the permit.
Provision of Food Safety Inspection Services - Hastings Borough Council £64,800 Tender
Hastings Borough Council published a tender notice for food safety inspection services valued at £64,800 including VAT. The contract runs from 15 June 2026 to 14 June 2028 with a possible 12-month extension. Bidders must hold qualifications per the Food Law Code of Practice (England) issued under Section 40 of the Food Safety Act 1990.
Mental Health Primary Schools Offer - Tender £800k
Oxfordshire County Council published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for a primary school mental health prevention service. The contract is valued at £800,000 including VAT for a 3-year 11-month term from September 2026, with potential extension to August 2030. Tender submissions close 21 May 2026.
Wood Wharf School £736k Construction Contract Awarded to Alpine Works
London Borough of Tower Hamlets has awarded a £736,158.83 contract (excluding VAT) to Alpine Works Limited to complete the Wood Wharf School construction project. The previous main contractor entered voluntary insolvency in November 2024, leaving the school partially occupied. The new works include completing all outstanding construction, mechanical, electrical, and finishing works to achieve full Building Control sign-off and operational readiness by September 2026.
Server Support Contract Award - boxxe Limited
British Transport Police Authority awarded an £84,657 server support contract to boxxe Limited under framework Y23038 (Direct Award KCS Framework). The contract was awarded without prior publication of a call for competition as it falls outside the scope of application of procurement regulations. The contract value was evaluated based on price with one tender received.
GP Wifi Contract Award - NHS Kent
NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board awarded a £60,410.52 contract to SPARK Technology Services Ltd for public WiFi services in GP practices. The one-year contract runs from March 7, 2026 to March 6, 2027, valued at £50,342.10 excluding VAT. The procurement was conducted below threshold without competition.
My M Health Digital Hub Contract Award - NHS Kent and Medway ICB
NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board has awarded a £1,860,000 contract for the My M Health Digital Hub platform, providing 3-year licence access to digital health applications (myAsthma, myCOPD, myHeart, myDiabetes) for eligible residents across Kent and Medway. The contract was awarded under the G-Cloud 14 framework without prior publication of a call for competition.
GLOBAL RADIODATA COMMUNICATIONS LTD. Added to GCA Dynamic Market Arrangement
The UK Government Commercial Agency published a modification notice adding GLOBAL RADIODATA COMMUNICATIONS LTD. as a supplier to an existing dynamic market arrangement under the Procurement Act 2023. The supplier, based in Herefordshire, was added to multiple procurement categories covering SATCOM services, PNT systems, ground infrastructure, and satellite integration services. The modification took effect on 8 April 2026.
Child Mainstream Contract Award - Surrey County Council
Surrey County Council published a contract award notice for Child Mainstream transport services valued at £910 excluding VAT. The contract was awarded under an open procedure following receipt of 9 tenders, with an effective date of 8 April 2026. The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement.
Veterans Sue MoD Over LGBT Compensation Scheme Eligibility Rules
Two UK veterans who were forced to resign from the armed forces due to the historic ban on LGBT personnel filed a High Court claim against the Ministry of Defence challenging the eligibility rules of the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme. Steven Stewart and Mark Shephard, represented by Irwin Mitchell, argue the scheme is structurally unfair because those constructively dismissed are excluded from the larger £50,000 payment available to those formally dismissed or discharged.
BBC breached standards airing racial slur at Baftas, review finds
The BBC's Executive Complaints Unit published findings on 8 April 2026 confirming the broadcaster breached its editorial standards when it aired a racial slur during the Baftas ceremony in February 2026. The slur was shouted by Tourette syndrome campaigner John Davidson while actors Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage presenting an award. The ECU found the N-word had no editorial justification but accepted the breach was unintentional. A second breach was found for the failure to remove the content from BBC iPlayer until the following morning, described as a serious mistake that aggravated the offence. A large number of complaints were received about the broadcast and the delay in removal.
London Borough of Redbridge selective landlord notices, FOI partly upheld
ICO issued Decision Notice IC-464099-P6J1 on 31 March 2026, partially upholding a Freedom of Information complaint against London Borough of Redbridge. The Council had withheld selective landlord licence notice names and contents under FOIA Section 40(2) (personal data), but the ICO determined only some information qualifies for exemption. The Council must now reconsider disclosure of certain withheld details.
University of York FOIA Complaint - Not Upheld
The Information Commissioner's Office issued a Decision Notice finding that the University of York correctly handled a Freedom of Information request for professional emails between four named staff members. The university disclosed responsive information while withholding some third-party personal data under section 40(2) FOIA. The Commissioner determined the university does not hold further information within scope and that the exemption was properly applied. No remedial steps are required.
South Wonston Parish Council, FOI 14, Not upheld
The ICO has upheld South Wonston Parish Council's reliance on section 14(1) of FOIA, finding the complainant's financial information request was vexatious. The decision, dated 1 April 2026, concludes the council was entitled to refuse the request and is not required to take any steps. The complainant may appeal this decision to the First-tier Tribunal within 28 days.
Crown Estate FOIA Section 40(2) Personal Data Exemption Upheld
The ICO issued a Decision Notice finding that The Crown Estate properly relied on FOIA section 40(2) (personal information) to withhold the name of a staff member occupying premises at East Lodge, Sunninghill Park. The Crown Estate had provided a copy of the lease but refused to identify the staff member, citing sections 40(2), 38(1), 41, and 43(2) of FOIA. The ICO upheld only the section 40(2) exemption, finding it sufficient grounds for withholding the personal data without needing to consider the other exemptions.
Completing CT600P for Creative Industries Tax Reliefs
HMRC published guidance on completing CT600P supplementary pages for creative industry tax reliefs, effective 8 April 2026. The guidance covers Audio-Visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC), Film Tax Relief, High-End Television Tax Relief, Children's Television Tax Relief, Animation Tax Relief, Video Games Expenditure Credit, Video Games Tax Relief, Theatre Tax Relief, Orchestra Tax Relief, and Museums and Galleries Exhibition Tax Relief. Companies claiming these reliefs must complete the CT600P form with specific expenditure and credit calculations.
Claim Unused Allowance for Agricultural or Business Property Relief (IHT437)
HMRC has published form IHT437 (effective 8 April 2026) enabling executors and personal representatives to claim and transfer unused 100% agricultural or business property relief allowances from a deceased spouse or civil partner to the current estate. The form must be submitted alongside form IHT400 for inheritance tax purposes.
Compliance Checks: Anti-avoidance Information Notices — CC/FS88
HMRC published factsheet CC/FS88 explaining anti-avoidance information notices used in compliance checks. The guidance clarifies taxpayers' obligations when HMRC issues formal information notices under anti-avoidance provisions. Factsheets reflect HMRC's position at time of writing and are for guidance purposes only.