Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

UK electric vehicle charging infrastructure developments

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: England introduces new rules for EV pavement charging gullies

The UK government has moved to reduce administrative barriers for electric vehicle (EV) owners by removing the requirement for planning permission to install cross-pavement chargers. This measure aims to assist motorists

Burnham's UK government faces economic, political tests

354 clusters · 2383 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: UK political shift follows defense spending disputes

Since taking office on 20 July 2026, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pursued a reform-driven agenda centered on decentralization and public service oversight. His administration follows the resignation of Keir Starmer, w

Global residential rental regulation updates

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Government consultations propose new tenancy and repair regulations

Regulatory changes regarding residential leases are emerging across multiple jurisdictions. In France and Luxembourg, new standard lease models for unfurnished, furnished, and single-lease cohabitation are set to take ef

UK local government reorganisation pause

5 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Devon County Council seeks answers over stalled reorganization plans

The UK government has paused its local government reorganisation programme following updated legal advice indicating that certain plans may not comply with the law. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Governme

UK homelessness services and support trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: UK councils expand support and funding for rough sleepers

English local authorities have seen a significant rise in spending on homelessness services and temporary accommodation. For the year ending April 2026, expenditure reached a record £2.9bn, marking an 88% increase over t