UK

RSPB Waste Management Partnership RFI

The RSPB has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential waste management partners for its UK operations. The RFI seeks innovative solutions to improve waste management, minimize environmental impact, and achieve strategic aims. Interested suppliers are invited to an engagement event.

UK Government Construction Refurbishment Opportunity

The UK Government has published a notice for external refurbishment works on 16 properties in Wales, with an estimated contract value between £870,000 and £4,500,000. The approach to market date is March 23, 2026, and expressions of interest are being sought.

CMA Report on Agentic AI's Consumer Impact

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published a report analyzing the potential impact of agentic AI on consumers. The report outlines how agentic AI is currently used, its future implications, and provides guidance for businesses on mitigating risks.

CMA Guidance on Consumer Law for AI Agents

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published new guidance for businesses on complying with consumer protection law when using AI agents. The guidance clarifies that businesses remain responsible for the actions of AI agents they deploy and outlines how to train them to ensure legal compliance.

CMA Finalizes Water Company Bill Increases

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued a final decision on disputed price controls for five water companies, allowing an average bill increase of 2.2%. The CMA rejected 83% of the increases sought by the companies, granting £463 million in additional revenue, down from a provisional £556 million.

ICO Decision Notice: Lambeth Failed FOI Request

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued a decision notice upholding a complaint against the London Borough of Lambeth for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request within the statutory 20-day period. The ICO requires Lambeth to respond to the complainant within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision Notice: FOI Complaint Against London Borough of Croydon

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has upheld a Freedom of Information (FOI) complaint against the London Borough of Croydon. The authority failed to respond to a request within the statutory 20 working days. The ICO has ordered the council to respond within 30 calendar days.

Dartford Council Ordered to Reply to EIR Request

The ICO has ordered Dartford Borough Council to respond to an Environmental Information Request (EIR) that was not answered within the statutory 20-working-day period. The council must now provide the complainant with a response within 30 calendar days.

ICO Decision on Cabinet Office FOI Exemptions

The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) issued a decision regarding the Cabinet Office's use of FOI exemptions. The ICO found that the Cabinet Office was entitled to rely on sections 36(2)(b)(i) and (c) of the FOIA to withhold certain information related to interactions with BlackRock.

ICO Decision Notice: Manchester City Council FOI Breach

The ICO found Manchester City Council breached FOI laws by failing to disclose all requested information and conduct adequate searches. The Council must now conduct fresh searches and disclose specific emails related to the rescheduling of an event.