Deposit Scheme for Drinks Containers (Wales) Regulations 2026

The Deposit Scheme for Drinks Containers (Wales) Regulations 2026 establish a mandatory deposit return scheme for drinks containers in Wales, made under sections 54 and 143(1) of the Environment Act 2021. The scheme requires scheme producers (manufacturers, importers, and fillers-to-order of drinks containers) to register, retailers to operate return points, and appoint a deposit management organisation to administer the scheme. Most provisions come into force on 1 October 2027, with a transitional period for glass deposit items running from 1 October 2027 to 30 September 2031 during which glass containers carry a zero-pence deposit. Scheme producers, importers, fillers-to-order, and in-scope retailers of drinks containers in Wales must prepare for compliance by 1 October 2027.

Budget (Scotland) Act 2026 - Authorisation of Scottish Consolidated Fund Expenditure

The Budget (Scotland) Act 2026 (2026 asp 8) received Royal Assent on 31st March 2026, authorising £63,372,283,800 for the Scottish Administration and £166,054,000 for direct-funded bodies (Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body £150,096,000; Audit Scotland £15,958,000) for financial year 2026/27. The Act grants Scottish Ministers power to approve contingency payments up to an aggregate cap of £50,000,000 where urgent public interest expenditure cannot reasonably await formal budget amendment, and establishes emergency monthly cash-flow authorisations for 2027/28 in the absence of a full Budget Act.

Social Security Contributions (Umbrella Companies) Regulations 2026

The Treasury and HMRC have made the Social Security Contributions (Umbrella Companies) Regulations 2026 (SI 2026/388), creating joint and several liability for relevant parties connected to umbrella company arrangements for employer National Insurance contributions. The regulations, made under sections 4A(2C) and 175(4) of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992, define 'relevant parties' as clients and persons connected to the umbrella company, and address 'purported umbrella companies' where arrangements are structured to appear as legitimate umbrella arrangements. The rules come into force on 6th April 2026 and apply to Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Road Restriction Order

SSI 2026/178 is a proposed Road Restriction Order published on legislation.gov.uk, a Scottish statutory instrument under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. The document record provides standard navigation features including links to the original print PDF, correction slips, lists of amendments, and related legislation, but the page itself contains no substantive text describing the order's specific restrictions or requirements. Stakeholders should consult the full PDF for details of any road restrictions imposed.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme 2026 Amendments - Heat Pump Definitions and Eligibility Criteria

The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (S.I. 2026/390) amend the 2022 principal regulations across 19 provisions, taking effect 28 April 2026. Key changes include new definitions distinguishing air-to-air from air-to-water heat pumps, updated installer certification to require Microgeneration Certification Scheme status, expanded heat pump capacity thresholds (up to 300 kW thermal for shared ground loop systems), and revised seasonal coefficient of performance requirements (minimum 2.8). Air-to-air heat pumps are explicitly excluded from eligibility for non-residential buildings, and grant value publication years are extended through 1 April 2029.

Mental Health Act 2025 Commencement No. 1 Regulations 2026

The Mental Health Act 2025 (Commencement No. 1) Regulations 2026 bring sections 51 and 52 of the Mental Health Act 2025 into force on 6th April 2026. Section 51 extends the Human Rights Act 1998 to private care providers, requiring them to act compatibly with Convention rights when providing services. Section 52 places a two-year statutory review duty on the Secretary of State regarding Care Quality Commission notification requirements for inpatients under 18 being treated for mental disorder.

Ensuring Citizenship Verification and Integrity in Federal Elections

President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order directing the Department of Homeland Security, through USCIS and in coordination with the Social Security Administration, to compile and transmit State Citizenship Lists to chief election officials of each State no fewer than 60 days before each regularly scheduled Federal election. The Attorney General is directed to prioritize investigations and prosecutions of State and local officials who issue ballots to ineligible individuals, and of entities engaged in printing or distributing ballots to non-eligible voters. The Postmaster General is directed to initiate proposed rulemaking within 60 days to establish uniform standards for mail-in and absentee ballot handling through USPS, including unique ballot envelope identifiers such as barcodes for tracking.

HBC Supported Accommodation Tender - Rough Sleeping Prevention (12 Units)

Hastings Borough Council, on behalf of all District and Borough Authorities in East Sussex, is seeking a provider to deliver a minimum of 12 units of Supported Accommodation for entrenched rough sleeping prevention and recovery. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 with the option of two 12-month extensions to 30 June 2029. Tenders must be submitted electronically by 6 May 2026 at 3:00pm via the In-Tend portal, with an estimated contract award date of 8 June 2026.

CPIT System Integration to NHSE RAVS - Digital Procurement

NHS England has published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 seeking five suppliers of digital Community Pharmacy (CPIT) systems to integrate with the NHSE Record A Vaccination Service (RAVS), enabling single-sign-on recording of vaccinations under Section 7a directives. The total procurement value is £500,000 excluding VAT (£600,000 including VAT), with each supplier receiving contracts of up to £100,000. The submission deadline is 27 April 2026 at 12:00pm, with contract start date of 21 May 2026 and development end date of 1 September 2026.

£550k Pest Control Services Contract Awarded to Environ Property Services

Wandle Housing Association Limited has awarded a pest control services contract to Environ Property Services Limited for £550,000 including VAT. The contract runs from 1 April 2026 to 29 March 2029, with a possible extension to 29 March 2031, covering communal works and individual properties in London. The procurement was conducted via an open procedure under the Government Procurement Agreement.

HIV Prevention and Health and Wellbeing Service Contract Award - Somerset

Somerset Council has awarded a £50,000 (excluding VAT) contract for an HIV Prevention and Health and Wellbeing Service to The Eddystone Trust. The contract runs from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, covering specialist wellbeing and advice services for people living with HIV in Somerset. The procurement was conducted below threshold without competition under the Procurement Act 2023.

Taxi Booking Management Service Tender for Wales Rail Network

Transport for Wales Rail Limited (TfWRL) has published a tender notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for a comprehensive Taxi Aggregator platform to support booking, management, and monitoring of taxi requirements across its rail network. The estimated total contract value is £17,400,000 excluding VAT (£20,880,000 including VAT), with an initial term from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2028 and possible extensions to 31 October 2031. Tenders must be submitted via the eTenderWales portal by 27 April 2026 at 12:00pm; the award decision is estimated for 29 May 2026.

Kent County Council IT Hardware and ITAD Framework Agreement

Kent County Council (acting as Procurement Services) has established a framework agreement for IT hardware and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services under the Procurement Act 2023. The framework is structured across three lots: new IT hardware (18 suppliers), remanufactured and refurbished IT hardware (18 suppliers), and IT Asset Disposition services (13 suppliers). A total of 26 suppliers have been awarded places on the framework, with a maximum fee of 1% charged to suppliers. Public sector bodies can now award call-off contracts under this framework through further competition or direct award procedures.

Retrofit Coordinator Contract - South Derbyshire, 48 Properties, £52,200

South Derbyshire District Council has awarded a contract to Yorkshire Energy Services CIC for Retrofit Coordinator services under the Warm Home: Local Grant Delivery programme. The contract, valued at £52,200 excluding VAT, runs from 10 February 2026 to 30 April 2028 with a possible 3-month extension at the Council's discretion. The appointed Retrofit Coordinator will assess 48 residential properties, develop retrofit designs to RIBA Stage 4, and project manage installation works to achieve EPC rating C in compliance with PAS 2035:2023.

West Northamptonshire Council Awards Principal Designer Contract to ADM Surveyors Ltd

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for Construction Professional Services - Principal Designer (Temporary Accommodation Sites) to ADM Surveyors Ltd, a Leicester-based SME. The contract, valued at £22,800 excluding VAT (£27,360 including VAT), runs from 30 March 2026 to 1 March 2027 (11 months, 3 days). The services include undertaking the Principal Designer role under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 for temporary accommodation sites in Northampton, covering planning, managing, and monitoring the pre-construction phase, coordinating health and safety aspects of design work, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements throughout the project lifecycle. The procurement was conducted via below-threshold limited competition under the Procurement Act 2023.

FCA market data solutions tender, £8.4M annual spend, deadline 14th Apr

FCA market data solutions tender, £8.4M annual spend, deadline 14th Apr

Leicester NHS Trust Awards Preston Lodge Phase 2 Construction to C. Henry & Sons

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has formally awarded the Preston Lodge Phase 2 construction works contract to C. Henry & Sons Limited. The contract, valued at £365,148.45 excluding VAT (£438,178.14 including VAT), runs from 17 March 2026 to 31 July 2026. The procurement was conducted under a below-threshold procedure without competition.

Savills Feasibility Study Contract Award - Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council has awarded a £30,000 contract to Savills (UK) Limited for a Southsea Palmerston Road feasibility study, published on Find a Tender under the Procurement Act 2023. The contract runs for 1 year and 7 days from 25 March 2026 to 31 March 2027 and is classified as below the relevant threshold, indicating standard competitive procurement procedures were followed. This is a routine contract award notice for a real estate services engagement in Portsmouth.

Fitness Framework Market Engagement Notice

Durham County Council has published a Preliminary Market Engagement notice under the Procurement Act 2023, inviting fitness companies (gym-based and pool-based) to express interest in delivering exercise classes across leisure facilities and community settings within County Durham. The estimated framework value is £800,000 excluding VAT (£960,000 including VAT) over a 4-year contract period from August 2026 to July 2030. Interested providers must register via open-uk.org and submit responses by Friday 24th April 2026 at 12 noon. The formal tender notice is estimated for publication on 15 May 2026. The notice particularly encourages small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE) to participate.

Kitchen Extraction Cleaning Contract £69,000

Greensquareaccord Limited has awarded a three-year contract to A & M Industrial Cleaning Limited for commercial kitchen deep cleaning and extraction system services, including repairs, across its property stock. The contract is valued at £69,000 including VAT (£57,500 excluding VAT), effective 1 December 2025 through 30 November 2028. The procurement was conducted as a below-threshold limited competition under the Procurement Act 2023, with services spanning nine UK regions (North East, North West, Yorkshire, East and West Midlands, East of England, London, South East, and South West England).

Coventry University HRM Contract Award to NTT DATA

Coventry University awarded its HRM Solution Partner contract to NTT DATA Business Solutions Limited under the Procurement Act 2023. The contract is valued at £2,438,948.08 excluding VAT (£2,926,737.70 including VAT), signed on 25 February 2026 with an initial term from 28 February 2026 to 28 February 2029 (35 months). The contract includes possible extension to 28 February 2031 under a 3+1+1 arrangement. The procurement was conducted as a Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Public Regulations 2024, with NTT DATA confirmed as not an SME, VCSE, supported employment provider, or public service mutual.

Market Engagement Notice - Temporary Accommodation Development at Church Road, Thundersley

Castle Point Borough Council has published a preliminary market engagement notice under the Procurement Act 2023 for a temporary accommodation development project at Church Road, Thundersley, Essex. The estimated contract value is £11,160,000 including VAT, with an estimated contract period from 12 July 2026 to 4 December 2029 (approximately 3 years 4 months). The engagement deadline is 14 April 2026, and the estimated publication date for the formal tender notice is 7 May 2026. Responses to the questionnaire are sought from small and medium-sized enterprises (SME).

Change Healthcare Sued for 2.2M Person Iowa Data Breach

Attorney General Brenna Bird filed a civil enforcement action against Change Healthcare on March 31, 2026, alleging violations of Iowa's Consumer Fraud Act and Personal Information Security Breach Protection Act. The petition concerns a data breach beginning February 11, 2024 that exposed Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, health insurance information, and medical records belonging to approximately 2.2 million Iowans. The AG's office is seeking injunctive relief requiring enhanced data security measures, restitution of ill-gotten gains, and civil penalties for the harm caused to Iowa residents and healthcare providers.

Late 10-K filing for RAIN, period ended December 31

Late 10-K filing for RAIN, period ended December 31

EON Resources Inc. NT 10-K Late Filing Notification

EON Resources Inc. filed Form 12b-25 with the SEC on April 1, 2026, notifying the Commission that its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, could not be filed by the prescribed due date. The registrant cited time constraints related to compilation, dissemination, and review of required information, including financial statements, as the reason for the late filing. The company stated it anticipates filing the Form 10-K no later than fifteen calendar days following its original prescribed due date. Mitchell B. Trotter, Chief Financial Officer, signed the notification on behalf of the registrant.

NT 10-K Late Filing Notice - Graf Global Corp

Graf Global Corp. filed Form 12b-25 NT 10-K notification on April 1, 2026, citing inability to file its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 by the prescribed due date without unreasonable effort or expense. The company states it requires additional time to prepare and finalize its financial statements and expects to file within fifteen calendar days of the original due date. James Graf, CEO/CFO/Chairman, signed the notification.

Aspira Women's Health Inc. NT 10-K Extension Request

Aspira Women's Health Inc. filed a Form 12b-25 Notification of Late Filing with the SEC on April 1, 2026, requesting an extension for its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The company cited the need for additional time to complete accounting for and disclosures related to its tax provision for the year. The Form 10-K is expected to be filed within the 15-calendar day extension period permitted under Rule 12b-25. Brian Hungerford, Chief Financial Officer, signed the notification on behalf of the registrant.

Saga Communications NT 10-K Late Filing Notification

Saga Communications, Inc. filed a Form 12b-25 notification with the SEC on April 1, 2026, stating it cannot file its Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 by the prescribed March 31, 2026 due date. The company cites the need for additional time to complete analysis of technical tax matters and accounting impacts related to a sale-leaseback transaction. Saga Communications expects to file within the fifteen calendar day extension period permitted under Rule 12b-25.

United Security Bancshares Delisting Notice

The SEC received a Form 8-K from United Security Bancshares (ticker: UBFO) notifying the agency of a delisting notice. This is a routine disclosure filed under Item 3.01 of Form 8-K when a company receives notice from a national securities exchange that it is not in compliance with continued listing standards.

Blue Foundry Bancorp Delisting Notice for BLFY

SEC received Form 8-K from Blue Foundry Bancorp (CIK: 0001846017) notifying of delisting proceedings for ticker symbol BLFY. The filing triggers public company disclosure obligations and exchange delisting procedures under SEC Rule 12d2-2. Investors holding BLFY shares should monitor exchange notifications regarding trading suspension timelines.

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp - Delisting Notice

SEC issued a delisting notice for Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation (GLDD), a marine construction and dredging services company. The notice announces that the company's securities will be removed from listing and/or registration on a national securities exchange. GLDD was headquartered in Houston, TX.

Threadline Wealth Intent-to-Use Trademark Application

USPTO received Intent-to-Use Trademark Application TM99117608 for "Threadline Wealth" on April 2, 2025, covering registered investment advisor services including financial portfolio management, financial planning, and investment management. The application falls under Class 36 (Insurance and Financial Services) and has no immediate regulatory implications for the financial industry.

Kobuk Therapeutics trademark application for pharmaceutical preparations

The USPTO received trademark application TM99107436 for 'KOBUK THERAPEUTICS' filed by Kobuk Therapeutics on March 27, 2025. The application covers pharmaceutical preparations and medicines in Nice Class 5 for the treatment of viral, metabolic, cardiovascular, oncological, neurological, and other disease categories. This is an Intent-to-Use application, indicating the applicant plans to use the mark in commerce.

PETMEDS Intent-to-Use Trademark Application

PetMed Express filed an intent-to-use trademark application (TM99007390) with USPTO covering online and retail store services for pet supplies, veterinary pharmacy services, pet medications, and nutritional products. The application also covers non-medicated pet care products including shampoos, ear cleaners, grooming preparations, and pet food/treats.

MEDTIDE Trademark Application

USPTO received an Intent to Use trademark application (TM99057317) for MEDTIDE filed by an unidentified applicant on March 31, 2026. The application covers International Class 005, encompassing pharmaceutical preparations, biopharmaceuticals, diagnostic preparations, chemical compounds for pharmaceutical manufacturing, and medical/therapeutic treatments. No compliance obligations arise from this filing; it represents a standard trademark registration record.

ONCOSPAN Trademark Application for Oncology Research Products

USPTO received trademark application TM99112500 for 'ONCOSPAN' filed March 31, 2025, by a single applicant seeking protection for biological preparations, cell line-derived reference standards, and custom manufacturing services for oncology research products. The application covers goods in International Class 5 including nucleic acid reference standards, FFPE samples, and custom manufactured biological products for clinical diagnostics.

Oncopure trademark, custom biological products, oncology applications

USPTO received trademark application TM99112549 from Oncopure for the ONCOPURE mark in International Class 5 (pharmaceuticals/biologics). The application covers custom biological products for oncology applications including reference standards, nucleic acids, and FFPE samples for research and clinical testing purposes. Filing date is March 31, 2025, with intent-to-use basis and a published abstract date of March 31, 2026.

Bellwether trademark for weather and climate analysis software

USPTO published trademark application TM98504776 for BELLWETHER covering software for weather and climate analysis, environmental data analytics, geospatial imaging, risk modeling, and related technology services under Class 042. The application is filed under Intent-to-Use basis with no listed conflicts or opposition proceedings.

PCOE Trademark Application - Home Health Care Services

The USPTO received a trademark application (TM99208673) for the word mark PCOE in connection with home health care services for medically complex pediatrics. The application was filed on May 29, 2025, under an Intent-to-Use basis with an extension deadline of March 31, 2026. This filing does not establish new regulatory obligations but provides notice of the mark for public review.

Maximum Liquid Fuel Prices at Fuel Stations - Minister of Energy Announcement

The Minister of Energy published an official announcement on 1 April 2026 establishing maximum retail prices for liquid fuels at fuel stations across Poland. This price cap mechanism applies to all fuel retailers operating within Polish territory and sets the ceiling prices that can be charged to consumers at the pump.

Sejm RP Amends Internal Regulations Under Resolution 349/2026

The Sejm of the Republic of Poland adopted Uchwała (Resolution) on March 27, 2026, amending the Regulations (Regulamin) of the Sejm. The resolution was published in Monitor Polski, the official journal of the Republic of Poland, under position 349 on April 1, 2026. This change affects the internal parliamentary rules governing the Sejm's proceedings and internal organisation.

European Commission Modifies Poland 2021-2027 Funding Programme

The European Commission has adopted a decision modifying the programme 'Fundusze Europejskie na Infrastrukturę, Klimat, Środowisko 2021–2027' (European Funds for Infrastructure, Climate, Environment 2021–2027). The modification affects Poland's allocation and terms under the EU cohesion policy framework. The announcement was issued by the Minister of Funds and Regional Policy on 27 March 2026 and published in Monitor Polski on 1 April 2026, position 350.

Council of the Future Establishment

Order No. 26 of the President of the Council of Ministers of March 31, 2026, establishes the Rada Przyszłości (Council of the Future) as an advisory body operating within the structures of the Chancellery of the President of the Council of Ministers. The order was published in Monitor Polski (position 351) on April 1, 2026. The specific mandate, composition, and working procedures of the newly created body are defined in the attached PDF document.

Daily Federal Register Entry - No Substantive Content Available

Federal Register entry for April 1, 2026. The document record exists but contains no substantive regulatory text in the provided content. Compliance teams should refer to the full Federal Register publication for any applicable rules or notices on this date.

Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 Fitness and Propriety and Consumer Involvement Rules Enter Into Force

Ofwat's new Fitness and Propriety rule and Consumer Involvement in Decision Making rule entered into force on 1 April 2026, requiring water company board director candidates to pass fit and proper person tests covering honesty, integrity, knowledge, experience, and financial soundness, and mandating that companies demonstrate how consumer views inform material decisions. Companies must report compliance assessments to Ofwat and publish forward-looking consumer involvement plans by 30 June 2026. Ofwat may issue directions for breach of either rule and may take enforcement action for non-compliance. The rules were enacted under powers conferred by the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025, and approximately £4 million in potential executive bonuses were prohibited last year under Ofwat's separate performance-related pay rule.

AEIF 2026 Ethiopia Grant Program for Exchange Alumni

The U.S. Mission to Ethiopia has announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 grant program, offering up to $35,000 for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to implement projects that advance U.S. foreign policy objectives and support Freedom 250 programming. Applications are open to Ethiopian exchange alumni teams (minimum two alumni), with U.S. citizens prohibited from serving as team leads. The closing date for applications is May 15, 2026.

Delta Health Care Services Grant Program

The Rural Business-Cooperative Service announces $6,000,000 in competitive grant funds for the FY 2026 Delta Health Care Services Grant (DHCS) Program, with 12 expected awards ranging from $50,000 to $1,000,000. Applications close June 1, 2026. Eligible applicants are consortiums of three or more entities including Regional Institutions of Higher Education, Academic Health and Research Institutes, and/or Economic Development Entities, all located in the Delta Region with at least one year of prior experience addressing Delta Region health care needs.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 - Mexico Grant

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026, a $35,000 grant opportunity for past participants of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. Eligible applicants are individuals who have participated in U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs and wish to design innovative solutions addressing global challenges in their communities. Proposals must align with Freedom250 themes and address at least one of five program themes: American Excellence, Regional Safety and Security, Shared Prosperity, American Ingenuity, or Global Partnerships. Applications close April 30, 2026.