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Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018 (Carer’s Assistance) Order 2026

The UK Secretary of State has issued the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018 (Carer’s Assistance) (Consequential Modifications) Order 2026, effective March 15, 2026. This order amends various pieces of legislation across the UK to replace references to 'carer's assistance' with 'the carer support payment component of carer support'.

Social Security and Statutory Maternity Pay (Evidence of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026

The Department for Communities has amended the Social Security and Statutory Maternity Pay (Evidence of Pregnancy) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026, effective April 1, 2026. These amendments remove the requirement for maternity certificates to be completed in ink or other indelible substance, allowing for non-original copies to be submitted as evidence.

Supreme Court Fees (Amendment) Order 2026

The UK Lord Chancellor has issued the Supreme Court Fees (Amendment) Order 2026, increasing court fees by 5.9% effective April 1, 2026. This amendment to the 2024 Order adjusts specific fees to account for inflation between March 2023 and March 2025.

Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026

The UK Treasury and Secretary of State have issued the Customs (Tariff and Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Regulations 2026. These regulations amend existing customs legislation, primarily updating tariff versions and definitions. The majority of the provisions come into force on April 1, 2026.

GAO Report: Museum Maintenance Backlog and Risks

A GAO report highlights that approximately 85% of US museums have a maintenance backlog, with many facing risks to collections and visitor safety due to aging infrastructure. The report notes that federal funding is not available for construction-related expenses, and the total cost of repairs remains unknown.

UK Health Security Agency Contract Award: Pan Africa Logistics

The UK Health Security Agency has awarded a contract valued at £5.5M for IHR Strengthening Events and Logistics Management in Pan Africa. The contract was concluded on June 27, 2025, and will run from July 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027.

Corrigendum: Medical services at Hollies Surgery, Norfolk

NHS Norfolk & Waveney Integrated Care Board has issued a corrigendum regarding the provision of General Medical Services at The Hollies Surgery. This notice corrects details within the original award intention notice, specifically related to the Provider Selection Regime and procurement regulations.

NHS England Contract for Public Health Foundation Programme

NHS England has published a contract notice for a Public Health Foundation Programme in the North East and Yorkshire region, awarded to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council. The contract is valued at £210,745 and runs from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027.

GMC Contract Award: PSA Style Audit of FTP Cases 2026

The General Medical Council (GMC) has awarded a contract valued at £36,000 to Nine Chambers for a PSA Style Audit of FTP Cases in 2026. The audit will review the GMC's fitness to practise directorate against Professional Standards Authority standards.

Contract Award: AM 311 Externals - Bangor, Gwynedd

Adra (Tai) Cyf has awarded a contract valued at £1,163,981.88 for external refurbishment works to 21 properties in Bangor, Gwynedd. The contract was signed on March 5, 2026, and will run from March 9, 2026, to November 2, 2026.