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Wales Waste Separation Rules Amended

The Welsh Ministers have amended the Waste Separation Requirements (Wales) Regulations 2023, effective April 6, 2026. These amendments remove the exemption for hospitals from certain waste separation duties and broaden the scope of recyclable waste streams, including small waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Wildlife Management Muirburn Scotland Act 2024 Commencement No 3

The Scottish Ministers have issued regulations to bring into force key provisions of the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024. These regulations, effective July 1, 2026, specifically target the prohibition of glue traps, including their use, supply, and possession, along with associated enforcement powers.

Wales Regulations Amend Annual Returns for Social Care

The Welsh Ministers have issued the Annual Returns (Miscellaneous Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These regulations amend existing rules for annual returns in social care, introducing new requirements for restricted children's services and publication timelines.

Scottish Aggregates Tax Rate Set at £2.16 per Tonne

The Scottish Ministers have set the Scottish Aggregates Tax rate at £2.16 per tonne of taxable aggregate. These regulations, made on March 3, 2026, come into force on April 1, 2026, establishing the initial tax rate under the Aggregates Tax and Devolved Taxes Administration (Scotland) Act 2024.

Scottish Statutory Instrument Amends Voting Rules

A Scottish Statutory Instrument has been published that amends existing voting rules. The changes are set to take effect in 2027, impacting political organizations and government agencies involved in electoral processes.

GAO: State Department Needs Plans for Overseas Antidemocratic Actions

The GAO released a report recommending that the State Department develop plans to mitigate risks associated with democracy assistance programs that may need to be redirected away from host-country government entities. The report highlights challenges faced in providing aid and notes that current planning does not adequately address potential shifts in assistance due to antidemocratic actions by recipient governments.

Fire Fighters/Officers Waking Watch at Union Park Estate Tender

The London Borough of Hillingdon has published a contract notice for emergency fire fighting and waking watch services at Union Park Estate. The contract was awarded to FIDUCIA SECURITY SERVICES LTD for £135,360, citing extreme urgency due to a fire risk assessment.

City of Richmond Proposed Consent Order for Water Violations

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality is proposing a Consent Order for the City of Richmond concerning violations of water statutes and permit requirements at the Richmond WWTP facility. A public comment period is open from March 9, 2026, to April 8, 2026.

City of Hopewell Enforcement Action Proposed Consent Order

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has proposed an enforcement action against the City of Hopewell for violations of water quality statutes and regulations at its Water Renewal facility. A public comment period is open from March 9, 2026, to April 8, 2026.

Royall Pump and Well Company Enforcement Action

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has proposed an enforcement action against Royall Pump and Well Company, Inc. for alleged violations of state water control statutes, regulations, and permit requirements related to a project in Powhatan County. A comment period is open from March 9, 2026, to April 8, 2026.