Fifth Circuit Affirms Conviction for Firearm Possession After Felony

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for firearm possession by a convicted felon under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1). The court found the statute constitutional and rejected the defendant's vagueness challenge, citing precedent.

State AGs Sue Trump Administration Over Tariffs

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, joined by 23 other states, has filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration's latest round of tariffs. The coalition argues these tariffs were imposed without congressional approval and unlawfully increase costs for American consumers and businesses.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council Parking Management System Tender

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council has issued a tender for a Parking Management System valued at £600,000. The tender notice was published on March 5, 2026, with a submission deadline of April 7, 2026.

UCAS Hampshire Marquee 2026 Contract Award

The University of Winchester has awarded a contract valued at £72,000 to All Style Marquees for the provision of a marquee and associated services for the UCAS Hampshire Exhibition in 2026. The notice was published on March 5, 2026.

Procurement Notice for Repairs & Maintenance Services Framework

CDS Co-operatives has published a procurement notice for a Repairs & Maintenance Services Framework. This notice, published on March 5, 2026, details the framework agreement entered into with Plentific for property technology services.

Bus Stops Review Contract Awarded by London Borough of Enfield

The London Borough of Enfield has awarded a contract valued at £30,000 (including VAT) to Transport For London for a review of proposed bus stops as part of the Enfield Town to Ponders End project. The contract was signed on March 2, 2026, and is effective from March 3 to March 31, 2026.

Arden Trust Awards Grounds Maintenance Contract

The UK Government's Find a Tender Service has published a contract award notice for Arden Multi Academy Trust. Fairways Contracting Limited has been awarded a grounds maintenance contract valued at £621,207.12, including VAT, for an initial period of three years with options for extension.

Point of Fethaland Lighthouse Refurbishment Tender

The Northern Lighthouse Board has issued a tender notice for the refurbishment and upgrade of the Point of Fethaland Lighthouse. The estimated value of the works, including VAT, is £90,000, with a tender return deadline of April 2, 2026.

The Brit School Strategic Site Masterplan Tender

The Brit School has issued a tender notice for technical advisory and design services to create a strategic site masterplan. The estimated total value is £120,000, with a tender submission deadline of March 26, 2026. This procurement is open to UK suppliers, with a preference for SMEs.

UK Government Contract Award: Housing Fire Safety Systems

Nottingham City Council has awarded a contract valued at £3.6 million for Housing Fire Safety Systems to MIDLAND FIRE SECURITY SERVICES LIMITED. The contract covers maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarms, dry/wet risers, sprinkler systems, automatic opening vents, and fire extinguishers.