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US Sanctions Target DPRK IT Worker Schemes Defrauding Businesses

The U.S. Department of State and Treasury have sanctioned two entities and six individuals for their involvement in schemes using North Korean IT workers to generate revenue for the DPRK's weapons programs. These operations systematically defraud U.S. businesses and fund illicit WMD and ballistic missile development.

US Sanctions Hamas Illicit Charity Network

The U.S. Department of State announced sanctions against four illicit charities funding Hamas militants. These actions, taken under Executive Order 13224, aim to disrupt funding sources for terrorist activities and expose Hamas's use of civilian organizations. The sanctions are part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism.

UK Imposes Anti-Dumping Measure on Chinese Tin Mill Imports

The UK Government has accepted the Trade Remedies Authority's recommendation to impose new anti-dumping measures on imports of tin mill products from China. Duties of 27.85% and 49.98% will be applied to protect the UK's tin mill industry from injury caused by dumped imports.

TRA Investigation on US HVO Biodiesel - Negative Determination

The UK's Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has completed its investigation into US HVO biodiesel and proposes a final negative determination, meaning no countervailing measure will be imposed. The TRA concluded that the Blenders Tax Credit subsidy programme no longer offers subsidisation to US exporters.

City of London Measured Term Contract 2026 Notice

The City of London Corporation has published a notice for a Measured Term Contract 2026, establishing a multi-lot Works Framework for cyclical replacement, refurbishment, and improvement projects. The framework is anticipated to support projects valued up to £3 million and will operate via mini-competitions. The engagement deadline for interested parties is April 1, 2026.

Met Office Contract Notice for LiG Thermometers

The UK Met Office has published a contract notice for the procurement of LiG Thermometers from Gh Zeal Ltd. The contract value is £34,191 including VAT and is effective from March 6, 2026, to May 22, 2026.

Gloucestershire Rough Sleeper Needs Assessment Contract Tender

Gloucestershire local authorities have published a contract tender notice for a rough sleeper needs assessment. The contract is valued at £29,000 and aims to inform commissioning decisions for homelessness and rough sleeping programs.

Leicestershire County Council Community Life Choices Tender

Leicestershire County Council has published a tender notice for Community Life Choices services, with an estimated total value of £56,000,000. The framework aims to promote independence and reduce the need for long-term support. The tender is open and includes two lots for group activities and managed personal assistants.

Grant Incentivisation Research Contract Award

The UK's Construction Industry Training Board has awarded a contract for Grant Incentivisation Research services. The contract, valued at £128,790 excluding VAT, was awarded without prior publication of a call for competition.

South Western Railway New Timetable Public Consultation Tender

South Western Railway Limited has published a tender notice for a public consultation on a new timetable. The tender, valued at an estimated £350,000, seeks a specialist partner to manage the entire consultation process, including material creation, engagement events, communications, and reporting. The deadline for submissions is April 6, 2026.