Department for Business and Trade

We are seeking views on the proposed approach to the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS) and how eligible businesses should be selected.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with A or B.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with C, D, E or F.

The most up to date snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with trading partners overseas.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with W, X, Y or Z.

At the end of every month we publish a newsletter covering recent intellectual property (IP) developments in China.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with G, H or I.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with S.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with P, Q or R.

This notice advises applicants for F680 licences to use LITE rather than SPIRE.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with M, N or O.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with J, K or L.

A snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment positions with individual trading and investment partners overseas, for partners whose name begins with T, U or V.

We are seeking views on how the right to time off work for public duties operates in practice, and on proposed changes to the list of public duties eligible for time off under this legislation.

Annual results from the export client reported impact survey.

Technical reports for the export client reported impact survey.

Questionnaires for the export client reported impact survey.

Questionnaires for the export client quality survey.

Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Kazakhstan.

See below for information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Turkey.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has concluded a compound settlement with a UK exporter.

Technical reports for the export client quality survey.

Annual results from the export client quality survey.

Independent evaluation of the design, delivery and impact of the Made Smarter Adoption programme from April 2022 to March 2025.

We are seeking views on strengthening the law on tipping.

This latest edition of the UK–Taiwan Business Survey was conducted by the British Office Taipei between December 2025 and February 2026.

Guidance for employers and workers on the fair and transparent distribution of tips.

This guidance sets out the legal costs we will cover for Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) applicants.

Guidance for trade unions, independent scrutineers, employers and union members on the conduct of electronic and workplace balloting for statutory trade union ballots.

Memorandum of understanding between the Department for Business and Trade and United Kingdom Accreditation Service.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Appeal results and judgements from the Gangmasters Licensing Appeals.

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has concluded compound settlements with two UK exporter.

We are seeking views on legislative measures which address late, long and disputed business-to-business payments, and the use of retention clauses in construction contracts.

This factsheet summarises how the UK is supporting Ukraine following the Russian invasion.

A one-year update on the delivery of commitments in the Modern Industrial Strategy.

A monthly snapshot of the UK’s trade and investment position, summarising trade statistics produced by ONS, HMRC, DBT and others.

A snapshot of the UK’s latest trade and investment position, summarising statistics produced by ONS, DBT, and UNCTAD.

The UK has submitted its schedule of commitments under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and its schedule of commitments under the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) to the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Reports on departmental spending over £25,000.

What was discussed at the first meeting of the Fair Work Agency (FWA) Advisory Board, on 7 May 2026.

Details about a new steel trade measure from 1 July 2026, which limits tariff-free steel import quota volumes.

Information on the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and how CPTPP can benefit and support SMEs.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (previously Secretary of State for Business and Trade) relating to the anti-dumping duty on bicycles and bicycle parts from Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Tunisia.

This report gives a detailed overview of the UK's strategic export controls policy and export licensing decisions for the period January to December 2025.

This consultation includes proposals to make opt-out collective actions, regulatory appeals and competition enforcement swifter and simpler.

Department for Business and Trade's (DBT) statistical work programme and corporate standards for producing official statistics.

The G2G Strategy sets out the government’s approach to delivering growth through G2G partnerships.

This framework brings together existing published material to provide more clarity on the principles applied when assessing Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) claims.

This information asset register provides a summary of information assets held by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) in the UK.

The updated implementation timeline for the government’s Plan to Make Work Pay and the Employment Rights Act 2025.

We are seeking views on the employment rights that are available to people with unpaid caring responsibilities and parents who have a seriously ill child.

This plan sets out how the Department for Business and Trade plans to improve the use of BSL in its communications in the next 5 years. Includes an annual progress update.

An update on how the Small Business Plan has supported small and medium-sized businesses to start, scale and grow over the past year.

Letters to Lost Chances about the redress scheme for family members of postmasters affected by the Horizon scandal.

How the NTCABs process ensures UK and India conformity assessment bodies (CABs) are treated equally.

Detailed commentary on the performance, governance arrangements and expenditure of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT).

The Secretary of State for Business and Trade is applying a definitive anti-dumping duty on certain excavators originating from China.

A register of the private interests declared by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) board members.

We are seeking input on how the UK can deepen trade relationships with Indonesia, the Philippines, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Uruguay.

We are seeking views on reforms relating to zero hours and similar contracts, to implement measures in the Employment Rights Act 2025 to end one-sided flexibility.

Description of the methods and data used to produce the large businesses' payment practices and performance statistics.

Text of chapter 30 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 12 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

This action plan aims to improve the lives of unpaid carers in England.

Text of chapter 19 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Associated documents of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 4 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 15 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Plans to ensure sectors have the skilled workforce they need for future growth, working with industry and wider partners, and delivering opportunities across the country.

Pre-release access list for the statistics on large businesses' payment practices and performance.

Text of chapter 10 and associated annex of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 1 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 11 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Details of how we collect, handle and share the personal data of individuals who apply to register for the Horizon Family Members Redress Scheme.

DBT paper on practical NTM estimation for computable general equilibrium (CGE) modelling using best practice gravity.

Text of chapter 9 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 24 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 18 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 5 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Terms of reference for Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion.

Text of chapter 27 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 7 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Summary of the business case for Post Office strategic transformation plan (STP) programme business case (PBC).

The memorandum describes the general effect of the UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) as well as its financial, legal and policy implications.

The conclusion summary explains the provisions and chapters in the UK-India trade deal.

Text of chapter 20 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 26 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 17 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 8 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

The title page, table of contents and preamble of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 29 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of Chapter 22 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 23 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 2 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

The reports fulfil a statutory duty to provide updates as set out in the REUL Act.

Text of chapter 14 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Annual statistics describing how large UK businesses pay their suppliers.

Text of chapter 3 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 13 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Summary of minutes of the meetings for the Ministerial Group for Digital Inclusion.

Export control licensing data for 1 January to 31 December 2025.

Text of chapter 21 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Summary of the business case for Post Office future technology portfolio (FTP) programme business case (PBC).

Text of chapter 28 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Export control licensing data for 1 October to 31 December 2025.

This dashboard shows a list of retained EU law (REUL) and assimilated law. These are laws that the UK saved to ensure legislative continuity immediately after Brexit.

Text of chapter 16 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 6 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Text of chapter 25 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Technical note setting out the Department for Business and Trade’s preliminary results of the economic impact of the enhanced UK-Switzerland Free Trade Agreement and the Services Mobility Agreement.

The United Kingdom and the Swiss Confederation (Switzerland) have concluded negotiations on an enhanced free trade agreement (FTA).

We're seeking views on a draft code of practice on the new legal framework for trade unions’ access to workplaces.

Observations on progress and data in the Group Litigation Order (GLO) Scheme, the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) and the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA).

In response to the Humble Address of 24 February 2026, this publication was laid in the House of Commons on Thursday 9 July 2026.

Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Hong Kong.

How the Fair Work Agency and the Department for Business and Trade will work together.

A plan to ensure the UK life sciences sector has the skilled workforce it needs for future growth.

Notices made which have the force of law under s32A of the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018.

We are seeking views on proposals to support the fair, transparent and responsible use of workplace monitoring technologies, used to monitor, manage or make decisions relating to workers.

This consultation seeks views on the proposed regulatory changes and approach to scheme delivery for the new British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS).

Report looking at the evolution of the Code since it began in 2019, and to the launch of its new data dashboard in 2027 for its signatories.

Origin declaration guidance for UK exports under the terms of the UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).

Growth goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) from 16 key regulators, updated quarterly as part of the UK government’s Regulatory Action Plan.

As part of the government’s Regulation Action Plan we have launched expert-led reviews help regulators improve performance, tackle challenges and support growth.

The Life Sciences Sector Plan sets out a vision and an action plan to drive growth, innovation, and better health outcomes.

Technical annex for the admin burden reduction 25% target, highlighting methodology for standardising measures and details on delivered measures.

The sponsorship approach to deliver the Regulatory Action Plan.

An action plan setting out the government's approach to regulation and regulators

This page sets out how regulatory sandboxes will work for businesses.

An update on delivery of commitments in the Industrial Strategy.

Progress report on delivering the Life Sciences Sector Plan.

We are seeking views on the future of the Post Office.

The draft Acas code of practice sets out revised guidance on time off and providing facilities for union duties.

Data on gifts and hospitality received by special advisers, and meetings they attended with senior media figures.

Data for 2026 on redress for postmasters impacted by the Post Office Capture software.

This framework document sets out the broad governance framework within which the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) operate.

This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Department for Science and Technology (DSIT) and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) sets out the role of DSIT in the sponsorship arrangements of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the digital markets regime under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Act 2024.

Data on ministers’ overseas travel and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

Data for 2026 on redress for postmasters impacted by the Post Office Horizon scandal.

We are seeking views on the revised code of practice during recognition and derecognition processes and on proposals on unfair practices in electronic ballots.

Research on how UK businesses make decisions about digital trade in services, and how they use digital tools and practices when trading internationally.

Research on SME and intermediary awareness and use of electronic trade documents (ETDs), and how the government and industry can support their adoption.

This privacy notice sets out how the Department for Business and Trade processes personal data collected as part of the VFRS4SU scheme.

A summary of discussions of the official led Joint Committee reviewing the implementation of the UK-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between 2025 and 2026.

An update on the implementation of the independent review of the role of employers in tackling health based economic inactivity and promoting healthy and inclusive workplaces.

June 2026 update on implementing the independent review of employers' role in tackling health based economic inactivity and promoting healthy and inclusive workplaces.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the countervailing duty on biodiesel from Indonesia.

Trade remedies notice published by the Secretary of State relating to imports of linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) originating from the USA.

Funding to support a UK-based facility for developing new and innovative manufacturing capability for rare earth magnets.

Decisions and other documents from the UK-Singapore trade agreement.

Statistics and analysis on the construction sector for May 2026.

We are seeking views on the proposed approach to holiday pay compliance and enforcement by the Fair Work Agency.

Review and recommendations on the approach taken by Post Office and the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) in handling cases where there is no evidence of a shortfall.

An Independent Reviewer has been appointed to the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) process to review the Independent Panel's decisions on individual cases.

The Independent Panel terms of reference ensures fair and consistent assessment of claims from postmasters under the HSSA scheme.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the tariff-rate quotas on steel goods (expired).

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) names firm after receiving breach settlement related to Russia sanctions.

An update on digital adoption work relating to the taskforce and its 10 recommendations to help small businesses adopt digital technologies.

At the 26 June 2026 ministerial commission meeting, ministers issued a joint statement on disruptions to global energy supply chains caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

A jointly prepared statement following the virtual ministerial commission meeting of Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) members.

Decisions, documents and meeting minutes from the UK-Faroe Islands free trade agreement.

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Reports on departmental spending over £25,000.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Malaysia.

Contact details for Department for Business and Trade (DBT) offices around the world and a list of our HM Trade Commissioners.

The Dual-Use Open General Export Licence (OGEL) covers an extensive list of dual-use items for a wider list of destinations, including South Korea, Chile, Singapore and Uruguay.

Data on senior officials’ (SCS2+) business expenses, hospitality, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

Licence permitting a wide range of dual-use listed items to a variety of destinations, including EU member states, the United States, and others.

We are seeking views on the types of detriments that employers should be prohibited from imposing on workers for taking industrial action.

We are consulting on a draft code of practice on electronic and workplace balloting for statutory trade union ballots.

This guidance is provided to help agency workers who have raised or need to raise a complaint to FWA about their recruitment agency.

A quarterly, cross-cutting survey of UK businesses perceptions and challenges to inform the Department for Business and Trade (DBT)'s strategic objectives.

Further explanation about licensing standard 7.1, which covers work finding services that licence holders cannot charge a worker for.

Department for Business and Trade (DBT) statistics showing results for inward investment projects which landed in the UK in the 2025 to 2026 financial year.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Guidance for employment agencies, employment businesses and the recruitment sector on the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Report on the government’s progress in implementing the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 recommendations.

The value and number of barriers resolved through the Ricardo Fund since its announcement in the Trade Strategy 2025.

A summary of the discussions from the third UK-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Environment and Climate Change Subcommittee and second Labour Subcommittee including main points and recommendations.

How the Capture Redress Scheme independent panel and the panel chair will process your personal data.

Find the UK's preferential tariffs and Rules of Origin for the agreements contained within the Customs Tariff (Preferential Trade Arrangements) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.

Summary minutes of the second joint public session between the UK and New Zealand, under the Environment and Labour chapters of their free trade agreement (FTA).

Check if you need to apply for a new gangmaster’s licence when you buy a business.

Guidance for people who provide and use labour in the agriculture, horticulture, shellfish, and food processing and packaging sectors.

Sets out the Supply Chain Centre's aims and a 14-point action plan to help secure critical inputs for the UK economy and support long-term business growth.

How to apply for or renew a licence to provide or use workers in agriculture, horticulture, shellfish gathering, or processing and packaging of food or drink. 

Summary of the discussion of the second UK-Moldova Dialogue in Trade Configuration under the UK-Moldova Strategic Partnership, Trade and Cooperation Agreement.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the anti-dumping duty on steel reinforcing bars and rods from China.

The General Trade Licence for sanctioned processed oil products permits certain activities prohibited under the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) commissioned research to explore the early impacts of the Carer’s Leave Act 2023.

Recipients of the King’s Birthday Honours List 2026, sponsored by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT).

Import prohibitions in force under the Russia Sanctions Regulations 2019, as amended. It should be read alongside the statutory guidance.

A report on the past 12 months of implementation and operation of Parts 1 to 3 of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.

Report setting out findings from the review of public duties in section 50 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for equipment for explosive atmospheres.

Headline summary of market access barriers resolved during Quarter 4 (January to March) of the financial year ending 2026.

Headline figures on market access barriers reported and resolved for the financial year 2025 to 2026.

The conclusion summary explains the provisions and chapters in the UK-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) trade deal.

This document sets out the terms of reference for the role of Scale-Up Adviser.

Quantitative research assessing the potential social net present value and GDP impacts of 5 Smart Data use cases over a 15-year period.

Strategy document setting out a new economic approach to backing the UK’s strengths, with ambitious plans for 8 high-growth sectors.

The overseas business risk report provides information on security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Israel.

The overseas business risk report provides information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Palestine.

The Small Business Taskforce is a joint government‑industry group to develop practical recommendations to reduce regulatory burdens on small and medium‑sized enterprises (SMEs) and micro-businesses.

Trade remedies notice published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of hot-rolled steel plates originating from South Korea.

This notice sets out the preference tier graduation of Vanuatu in the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).

Qualitative research results on transport Smart Data use cases in England.

The latest quarterly update of data on the performance of the government’s COVID-19 loan guarantee schemes. Data as at March 2026.

This report presents the detailed findings of the 2025 UK innovation survey (UKIS 2025) covering the period 2022 to 2024

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for personal protective equipment (PPE).

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for machinery.

Statistics and analysis on the construction sector for May 2026.

List of prescribed people and bodies you can report malpractice to, other than your employer.

Businesses that do not need a gangmaster’s licence when providing a food packaging service.

Statistics on the uptake of the Help to Grow: Management programme, course enrolments and participant completions.

A high-level guide to South Africa’s mining policy and regulation that sets out the core laws and institutions, licensing and environmental requirements, and policy choices to attract investment in critical minerals.

Information on trade union membership among employees in the UK estimated from the Labour Force Survey over the period 1995 to 2025.

Overview of feedback from stakeholders on the impacts of changes to unfair dismissal law under the Employment Rights Act 2025.

A 2-part accessible primer on South Africa’s mining sector that explains its economic importance, the end-to-end mine lifecycle and why responsible closure matters.

Practical primers on bulk minerals and base metals, precious metals and specialty metals in South Africa, that sets out market context, supply dynamics and investment signals.

We are seeking views on the tariff suspensions of agricultural goods, fertilisers, and kerosene to help mitigate the consumer impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

This privacy notice confirms how the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) collects and uses personal data from applications submitted under the scheme.

In response to the Humble Address of 24 February 2026, this publication was laid in the House of Commons on Thursday 21 May 2026.

How long the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) took to pay invoices in the period October to December 2025.

Help for policy officials to calculate figures for impact assessments (IAs) and options assessments (OAs).

Reports on departmental spending over £25,000.

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) seeks to appoint 5 to 8 members to establish the advanced manufacturing expert evaluation panel.

How long the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) took to pay invoices in the period January to March 2026.

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the countervailing duty on rainbow trout from Turkey.

Guidance on how the Horizon Shortfall Scheme (HSS) will process claims where there is no evidence of a shortfall.

This guidance sets out the legal costs we will cover for the Horizon Shortfall Scheme (HSS) fixed sum offer permission to appeal process.

This technical note sets out the Department for Business and Trade’s (DBT) preliminary estimates for the economic impact of the UK-GCC Free Trade Agreement.

Guidance for HSS claimants considering making an application to the fixed sum offer (FSO) permission to appeal process.

Information about issues that the independent Senior Lawyer (ISL) is currently reviewing.

Notes of the meetings held by the Interministerial Group for Business and Industry.

General trade licence related to prohibitions in Chapter 4LA of the Russia sanctions regulations on the maritime transportation of liquefied natural gas.

The regulatory tools and guiding structures utilised by the Fair Work Agency to enforce labour market legislation within its remit.

Further details on the measures included within the Commercial Payments Bill.

Guidance on how a trade union political fund must be operated.

How the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will use your personal data when you contact the Business Support Service, and what your rights are.

Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in Ethiopia.

We are seeking views on proposals to prevent the misuse of non-disclosure agreements in cases of workplace harassment and discrimination.

A list of executive search firms signed up to the voluntary code of conduct to address gender diversity on corporate boards.

This document sets out the accountability framework for the Department of Business and Trade (DBT).

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) informs upcoming requirement to add licence references into the UK’s Customs Declarations System.

The latest quarterly update of data on the performance of the government’s COVID-19 loan guarantee schemes. Data as at December 2025.

This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) summary sets out how the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Wayve, within their respective remits, will jointly deliver shared objectives for trade, exports, and investment.

The final report of Director of Labour Market Enforcement (DLME) commissioned assessment on the scale and nature of labour non-compliance and other work-based harms in the UK.

The industrial strategy is the UK government’s proposed 10-year plan for the economy. It aims to deliver the certainty and stability businesses need to invest in the high-growth sectors and drive long-term economic growth. We want to hear your views on our proposals. The final industrial strategy will be published in spring 2025, alongside the multi-year spending review.

The government's summary of a proposal for a regulation on acceleration of industrial capacity & decarbonisation in strategic sectors and amending regulations.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for recreational craft.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for pressure equipment.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for lifts.

Statistics and analysis on the construction sector for April 2026.

This announcement details the conclusion of the negotiations regarding Costa Rica’s CPTPP Accession Working Group.

A complaint was filed by Possible: the 10:10 Foundation alleging that Virgin Atlantic Ltd has made misleading statements about its environmental performance.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for low voltage electrical equipment.

Notices of publication and a consolidated list for designated standards for radio equipment.

Information and outline of the compensation scheme for postmasters in the Group Litigation Order.

Data sources available to Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) for the production of the strategic export controls licensing statistics.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

This joint statement sets out shared ambition for co-operation between the UK and Germany on economic security.

This joint statement sets out shared ambition for co-operation between the UK and Germany on critical minerals.

Countries, territories and organisations invited by the Department for Business and Trade to attend Security & Policing 2026.

How to use the online export licensing system to get a licence to export controlled goods, software and technology overseas.

Statistics on UK utilisation of tariff preferences for imports and exports under PTAs for 2023, including trade in goods between Great Britain and the EU under the TCA.

This assessment framework sets out how we will assess your claim if you request a detailed assessment under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS).

Technical annex for the statistics on the UK’s utilisation of tariff preferences for imports and exports under preferential trade agreements (PTAs).

This framework sets out the legal costs we will cover for those applying for financial redress under the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS).

Pre-release access list for the statistics on the UK’s utilisation of tariff preferences for imports and exports under preferential trade agreements (PTAs).

Statistics on UK utilisation of tariff preferences for imports and exports under PTAs for 2022, including trade in goods between Great Britain and the EU under the TCA.

Statistics on UK utilisation of tariff preferences for imports and exports under PTAs for 2024, including trade in goods between Great Britain and the EU under the TCA.

Information to help UK businesses understand Sanctions End-Use Controls and how to ensure compliance.

A note of the meeting held by the Interministerial Group for Trade.

We are seeking views on a new process for employers to follow when handling flexible working requests, as well as insights on flexible working practices more broadly.

A playbook for UK engagement with Cambodia to mobilise finance, strengthen governance and accelerate sustainable infrastructure in industrial, transport and energy sectors.

The ASEAN Industrial Projects Based Initiative (AIPBI) framework outlines a non-binding mechanism to accelerate industrial projects, across goods, talent, finance and policy.

An investor guide to African growth-stage investing that explains fundraising stages, equity versus debt, markets and valuation methods for practical decision-making.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Export control licensing management information from 7 October 2023 onwards.

Information on which domestic and international events we will be at during 2026 and 2027, and guidance on how we can support businesses to participate.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has changed the team responsible for trade sanctions licensing responsibilities.

How the Department for Business and Trade will process personal data for the Network Transformation Programme investigation.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) is transitioning the Ministry of Defence (MOD) security approval form 680 (F680) away from SPIRE.

Letter from the Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP, the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, to the Rt Hon Liam Byrne MP, Chair of the Business and Trade Committee.

The Department for Business and Trade has commissioned an independent investigation into Post Office Limited’s 2010 to 2019 Network Transformation Programme.

Report setting out the findings and conclusions of the fourth statutory review of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA).

Streamlined Routes (also known as Streamlined Subsidy Schemes) are a type of subsidy scheme made by the UK government for use by any UK public authority.

This call for input seeks views on whether the UK government should develop new powers to protect the UK from acts of adverse economic pressure.

An update on delivery of commitments in the Industrial Strategy.

An update on delivery of commitments in the Industrial Strategy.

Data on ministers’ overseas travel and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

We're consulting on how the new legal framework for trade unions’ right of access into workplaces should work in practice. We're seeking views on the practical and operational details of the framework.

Licence allowing the export of dual-use items or military goods software or technology and trade of military goods, to, between and among Australia, the USA and the UK.

Statistics and analysis on the construction sector for March 2026.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has updated the open general licence, AUKUS Nations.

Guidance on the changes that holders of gangmaster's licences must report, to keep their licence up to date.

Draws on expert seminar evidence to explain the drivers of labour exploitation and outline recommendations to support fair, safe and secure work in the UK.

Fair Work Agency note on the direct engagement model of introduction.

How Fair Work Agency officers apply the licensing standards when making decisions about gangmaster licences.

Licence for the export of military goods for the production, development or maintenance of Typhoon aircraft.

Details of people who have been banned from running an employment agency or business, including the period of the ban.

Guidance on employment status for HR advisers, and to help individuals and businesses understand which employment rights apply to them.

This guidance aims to help providers of interpreting services comply with the Employment Agencies Act 1973 and Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Guidance on producing a 'Key information document', or key facts page, for agency workers.

Fair Work Agency note on acting as an intermediary.

This code of practice sets out how the Fair Work Agency (FWA) will apply labour market enforcement undertakings and orders to reduce the risk of labour market offending.

Sets out the government’s expectations for the Fair Work Agency (FWA) in 2026 to 2027.

Guidance to agents for professional sports persons to comply with the Employment Agencies Act 1973 (the act) and Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (the conduct regulations).

Guidance for businesses that use labour providers to supply workers to the agriculture, horticulture, shellfish, and food processing and packaging sectors.

Fair Work Agency note on joint employment models.

Guidance for businesses that use labour providers to supply workers for the agriculture, horticulture, shellfish, and food processing and packaging sectors.

Assessment of the progress of the Labour Market Enforcement Strategy 2025 to 2026 and the impact of the DLME function from 2016 to 2026, when it was folded into the Fair Work Agency (FWA).

Statutory instruments for Alternative Dispute Resolution regulations from the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.

We are seeking views on our legislative proposals for subscription contracts between traders and consumers. This consultation will inform secondary legislation.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has updated the general trade licence Russia sanctions for sectoral software and technology.

This is a general trade licence in relation to prohibitions under Chapter 4N of the Russia Sanctions regulations on business enterprise software and technology.

We are seeking views from businesses, consumer groups and all other interested stakeholders on a new, modernised and enhanced core product safety framework.

We are seeking views on proposed reforms to UK product regulation market surveillance and enforcement.

We are seeking final views on the comprehensive reform of the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988.

Keep Britain Working is an independent review of the role of employers in tackling health based economic inactivity and promoting healthy and inclusive workplaces.

Canton specific guidance on applying for a work permit for Switzerland.

Find out more about continued recognition of the Conformité Européene (CE) marking, and whether as a manufacturer you need to take additional steps to place your product on the market in Great Britain.

The list of regulators contains UK bodies that can be considered to have statutory regulatory functions.

Read more about changes to the overarching regulatory regime for product safety and metrology, following the UK’s exit from the European Union.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of boom lifts originating from China.

Guidance on product marking for specific product sectors, including the continued recognition of certain EU requirements, such as CE marking.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has introduced a change to the way we assess and process amendment requests for Open Individual Export Licences (OIELs).

A register of the private interests declared by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) board members.

This announcement details the CPTPP-EU Trade and Investment Dialogue which could help to support rules-based trade and the multilateral trading system.

We are seeking views on the level and methods by which the new organisation-wide threshold for triggering collective redundancy obligations might be set.

This technical consultation seeks feedback on the legal drafting of the Competition Act 1998 (Technology Transfer Agreements Block Exemption) Order 2026.

Trade remedies notice published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of rutile titanium dioxide originating from China.

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

This strategy sets out the long‑term vision for smart data in the UK, and the actions government will take to unlock growth, competition and innovation through secure, trusted data sharing across the economy.

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Reports on departmental spending over £25,000.

Reports on departmental spending over £25,000.

Consultation on a re-domiciliation regime to make it easier for foreign companies to change their place of incorporation to the UK.

Data on gifts that ministers gave and received, all hospitality received, any overseas travel, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

Guidance for hirers of agency workers and the recruitment sector to understand the new Agency Workers Regulations.

Guidance on how to prove your identity and the relevant ID verification checks needed as part of the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals process.

Data on gifts and hospitality received by special advisers, and meetings they attended with senior media figures.

Data on ministers’ overseas travel and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

Letter from the Minister for Small Business and Economic Transformation to businesses, giving notification of changes to Government policy on late payments.

Data on senior officials’ (SCS2+) business expenses, hospitality, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is backing your business by making it easier for small businesses to access public sector supply chains, removing unnecessary burdens and costs.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the anti-dumping duty on imports of tin mill originating from China.

Data on the life sciences sector in the UK and other countries.

Trade remedies notice published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of glass containers originating from China.

Trade remedies notices published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of tin mill products originating from China.

Trade remedies notice published by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade relating to the registration of imports of glass containers originating from Turkey.

Strategy document setting out the government’s approach to the steel sector.

How to apply under articles 1 to 3, with an article 3 integration certificate template and completion guidance.

Strategy setting out the government’s plans for UK international education and how it will support the sector access global opportunities.

Letters to Lost Chances and the Business and Trade Select Committee about the redress scheme for family members of postmasters affected by the Horizon scandal.

Guidance for exporters on submitting Export Licence applications for consideration.

An update from the Department for Business and Trade on the development of the restorative justice programme.

Non-legislative framework to ensure the UK government and devolved governments work together on late payment (commercial transactions) policy.

A government commissioned report on the UK steel demand forecast to 2050, to inform the UK steel strategy.

A government commissioned report from the Materials Processing Institute (MPI) to assess UK primary steelmaking technology, to inform the UK steel strategy.

Guidance for exporters on completing the Integration Certificate required under Article 3 of the Agreement on Defence Export Controls.

UK Internal Market act 2020: policy statement on the operation of Part 3 of the act (recognition of professional qualifications)

DBT’s areas of research interest (ARI) summarise the areas in which the department would like to receive evidence from the external research community.

Companies and products awarded compensation for the indirect costs of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) and Carbon Price Support (CPS) scheme by year.

The communiqué captures areas of focus at the inaugural ministerial dialogue of the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP).

A complaint was filed by Possible: the 10:10 Foundation alleging that British Airways plc has made misleading statements regarding its environmental performance.

Summary of the second meeting of the UK-Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein Free Trade Agreement Sub-Committee on Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD).

The government’s remit to the Low Pay Commission (LPC) outlining areas to consider when recommending the 2027 National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage rates.

Licences from LITE/SPIRE may not reach HMRC’s Customs Declaration Service (CDS), causing clearance delays. Report declaration problems to CDS while we investigate.

This document summarises the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy and our Sector Plans, including our offer to businesses.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) confirms the licence transmission issue is resolved and normal declarations may resume.

Headline summary of market access barriers resolved during Quarter 3 (October to December) of the financial year ending 2026.

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Guidance for UK businesses on countering Russian sanctions evasion and circumvention.

This guidance sets out the legal costs the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) will cover for Capture Redress Scheme applicants.

The Export Control Joint Unit (ECJU) has updated the open general export licence (OGEL) military goods: collaborative project Typhoon.

This report covers the first 2 years of the UK’s free trade agreements (FTAs) with Australia and New Zealand and the first 4 years of the UK’s FTA with Japan.

Reports on how redress in the Group Litigation Order (GLO) Scheme, the Horizon Convictions Redress Scheme (HCRS) and the Horizon Shortfall Scheme Appeals (HSSA) process are progressing.

Companies awarded relief for the indirect cost of Contracts for Difference (CfD), renewables obligation (RO) and small scale feed-in tariffs (FIT).

Data for 2025 on redress for postmasters impacted by the Post Office Horizon scandal.