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Government unveils sweeping reforms to speed up homebuying and reduce costs
7+ hour, 29+ min ago (499+ words) The changes are expected to reduce the time it takes to complete a property purchase by around four weeks. First-time buyers could save an average of "650, while reforms are also intended to minimise the risk of deals falling through late…...
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election
7+ hour, 49+ min ago (277+ words) Job Title: Content Producer Company: Public Sector Executive Now entering his second period in parliament, Burnham received 54. 8% (24, 927) of the vote, with Reform UK's Rob Kenyon " who had stood in the 2024 General Election " following with 34. 5% and Restore Britain's Rebecca Shepherd receiving…...
Scottish First Minister calls for collective approach on drug and alcohol harms
9+ hour, 15+ min ago (250+ words) The call for greater collaboration coincides with the launch of a new Alcohol and Drugs Fund, which will distribute "36. 9 million to frontline organisations supporting individuals, families and communities impacted by substance use. The funding is open to both third-sector organisations…...
AI tools promise faster planning decisions for homes | Public Sector News
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (479+ words) Announced today, the new technologies are aimed at streamlining the processing of householder planning applications " covering common projects such as extensions, loft conversions and home improvements " which currently make up nearly 70% of all planning submissions. Cutting decision times in half…...
UK secures major G7 investment boost to drive jobs, clean energy, and AI growth
2+ day, 15+ hour ago (507+ words) Job Title: Content Producer Company: Public Sector Executive The agreements, struck with French and Indian investors, are aimed at strengthening energy security, expanding high-skilled employment and easing pressure on household costs. Cities including Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham are set to…...
London launches global campaign to boost tourism and counter disinformation
3+ day, 14+ hour ago (570+ words) Job Title: Content Producer Company: Public Sector Executive The initiative, delivered by London & Partners (L&P), will target audiences across Europe, the United States and Asia. It aims to showcase the capital's strengths in culture, business, and innovation, while restoring confidence…...
Liverpool City Region unveils ambitious Anti-Racism Strategy
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (662+ words) Unveiled'at Liverpool's iconic Liver Building, the strategy represents a significant milestone for the Combined Authority. It has been co-created with more than 200 organisations and over 500 individuals, spanning community groups, public services, educators, grassroots activists, businesses, and residents from every borough....
Government to ban social media for under 16s | Public Sector News
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (597+ words) Job Title: Content Producer Company: Public Sector Executive Under proposals inspired by Australia's regulatory model, platforms such as Snapchat, Tik Tok, You Tube, Instagram, Facebook, and X would be prohibited from offering services to under-16s. Messaging services like Whats App…...
New agreement to drive innovation and inclusion in space
2+ week, 2+ day ago (790+ words) The Memorandum of Understanding (Mo U), signed by the UK Space Agency and Vast, sets out plans to secure sponsorship funding for a future mission carrying John Mc Fall " a pioneering figure already reshaping expectations of who can participate in human…...
Government sets new emissions target to drive clean energy, economic growth and energy security
2+ week, 2+ day ago (822+ words) Job Title: Content Producer Company: Public Sector Executive The announcement, made on Tuesday 2 June, sets out the proposed level for the UK's Seventh Carbon Budget, targeting an 87% reduction in emissions between 2038 and 2042. The target has been endorsed by both the…...