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UK launches expert network to boost Ebola response and global crisis readiness

UK launches MHRN to boost outbreak response, deliver rapid expert advice, and support Ebola efforts - and funds £5m research…

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

3 Jun 2026

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EA Enforcement

National Data Guardian statement on NHS Federated Data Platform data access, in response to the Not With My NHS Data campaign

Response to concerns from the Not With My NHS Data campaign about access to patient data by external contractors in…

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

3 Jun 2026

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UK, Taiwan hosts Industrial Decarbonisation Workshop

Experts from both sides gathered to engage in in-depth dialogue on net-zero carbon reduction.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

3 Jun 2026

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Regulator publishes new guidelines on grant-making as charity sector continues to feel financial squeeze

The Charity Commission has today published new guidance to help charity trustees make confident, responsible grant-making decisions at a time…

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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EA Enforcement

Russian drone injuring civilians in Romania underscores dangers of its ongoing war against Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, condemns Russia’s armed drone strike on a residential building in Romania, stressing that…

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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Greater protection for whistleblowing to the SIA now in place

The SIA today became a prescribed person under the Public Interest Disclosure Act, giving workers greater legal protection when whistleblowing…

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

Latest information on cases including British nationals.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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Home Secretary response to Henry Nowak case

The Home Secretary gave an oral statement to the House of Commons on 2 June.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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End of exploitative zero hours contracts to give people security and predictability at work

Changes to end one-sided flexibility and uncertainty for workers through ban on exploitative zero hours contracts set out in consultation.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

2 Jun 2026

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EA Enforcement

Environment Agency Intensifies Enforcement Against Waste Crime in Construction

The EA has increased targeted enforcement operations in the construction sector, focusing on illegal dumping, use of unlicensed carriers, and duty of care failures.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

February 2026

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How to Register as a Waste Carrier, Broker or Dealer — EA Guidance

The Environment Agency requires all waste carriers operating in England to hold a valid registration. Using an unregistered carrier exposes the waste producer to fines of up to £5,000.

GOV.UK · Environment Agency

Updated 2025

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Waste Duty of Care: Your Legal Responsibilities as a Waste Producer

GOV.UK guidance sets out the duty of care obligations that apply to anyone who produces, imports, carries, keeps, treats, or disposes of controlled waste.

GOV.UK · DEFRA

Updated 2024

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