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DEFRA Updates (WC 11 May)

Extended producer responsibility for packaging: report packaging data Page summary: Guidance for organisations who may need to report packaging data because they are affected by extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging Change made: Added link to new guidance for small producers. Time updated: 12:07pm, 6 May 2025 Common user charge: rates, eligibility and invoices Page summary: Common user charge rates…
Ben Kemp
May 15, 2025
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DBT Updates (WC 11 May)

Notice to Importers 2951: Syria import sanctions Page summary: Overview of import prohibitions in force on certain goods originating or consigned from Syria imported into the UK, including Northern Ireland. Change made: Amended to reflect the Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) (Amendment) Regulations 2025, alongside changes to the ‘Trade sanctions licences’, ‘Enforcement of trade sanctions’ and ‘Enquiries’ sections. Time updated: 11:42am,…
Ben Kemp
May 15, 2025
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DSIT Updates (WC 11 May)

Applications open to bring 25 top tech minds into government, to accelerate AI-driven growth and modernise public sector Page summary: Applications are open for a new round of government fellowships aimed at bringing 25 leading technologists and scientists into public service. Change made: First published. Time updated: 12:01am, 7 May 2025 CHERI technology for cyber security Page summary: CHERI is…
Ben Kemp
May 15, 2025
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APHA – Border Trade Newsletter – getting it right at the border 08 05 25

Getting it right at the border  This newsletter from the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) covers the latest operational updates on requirements and border controls for importing live animals, germinal products, products of animal origin and animal by-products into Great Britain. In this newsletter: Common User Charge – No Changes to Current Charges FMD - Avoid processing delays at…
Ben Kemp
May 15, 2025
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DBT Updates (WC 5 May)

Open general import licence (OGIL) Page summary: This open general import licence (OGIL) permits the importation of all goods into the United Kingdom, subject to the various exceptions it sets out. Change made: Explanatory note updated to advise that applications regarding the licensing of imports of nuclear materials should be made through the digital ‘apply for an import licence’ service.…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025
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Brexit Updates (WC 5 May)

Joint statement on the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee, 29 April 2025 Page summary: The Minister for the Cabinet Office, Nick Thomas Symonds and the European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič gave a joint UK-EU statement on 29 April 2025. Change made: First published. Time updated: 11:45am, 29 April 2025 DECISION No 3/2025 of the Joint Committee established by the Agreement on the…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025
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DSIT Updates (WC 5 May)

Frontier AI: capabilities and risks – discussion paper Page summary: A discussion paper on the capabilities of, and risks from, frontier AI. Change made: Added AI 2030 Scenarios Report (Annex C). Time updated: 11:00am, 28 April 2025 UK-Japan Memorandum of Cooperation on quantum science and technology Page summary: Memorandum of Cooperation signed by the UK and Japan in April 2025…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025
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DEFRA Updates (WC 5 May)

Certification Logistics Pilot: import requirements Page summary: Guidance on the import requirements for businesses participating in the pilot, including guidance for certifying officers. Change made: The businesses that are participating in the Certification Logistics Module Pilot (CLP) have changed. Time updated: 12:01am, 27 April 2025 Recyclability assessment methodology: how to assess your packaging waste Page summary: An overview of the…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025
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DHSC Updates (WC 5 May)

Reporting to the National Supply Disruption Response (NSDR) Page summary: Information on how to request assistance from the NSDR. Change made: Updated the contact details for the NSDR call centre. Time updated: 2:12pm, 29 April 2025 Men's Health Strategy for England: call for evidence Page summary: This call for evidence is seeking the views of the public, as well as…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025
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Office for Product Safety and Standards Updates (WC 5 May)

International legal metrology Page summary: How OPSS contributes to international legal metrology and who to contact. Change made: Details revised and updated to reflect changes since original page created. Time updated: 9:00am, 1 May 2025 New posters promoting button battery safety Page summary: New posters promoting button battery safety provide 5 top tips to keep children safe. Change made: Link…
Ben Kemp
May 9, 2025