Ministers order overhaul of Whitehall standards regime to tighten appointment and vetting process

New measures to strengthen appointment and vetting processes.




Clara Swinson appointed as Second Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Justice

The Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Justice has today (11 March 2026) announced that Clara Swinson CB has been appointed as the new Second Permanent Secretary.




Ethics and Integrity Commission to review lobbying, disclosure and access to government

The Prime Minister has today asked the Ethics and Integrity Commission to carry out a review into lobbying, disclosure and access to government.




Guidance: Pet travel: approved air, sea and rail carriers and routes

Check the transport companies and routes you can use to bring your pet cat, dog or ferret to England, Scotland or Wales.




Guidance: Pet travel: approved air, sea and rail carriers and routes

Check the transport companies and routes you can use to bring your pet cat, dog or ferret to England, Scotland or Wales.