UKAS to remain in European group post-Brexit The European co-operation for Accreditation (EA) has confirmed that the UK's national accreditation body will remain a member after the UK leaves the European Union. Published date: 21/02/2019 School inspections to increase in Wales The Welsh Government has announced an increase in school inspections as part of efforts to improve standards. Published date: 21/02/2019 Protecting children from irresponsible gambling ads The UK's advertising regulator has published new standards designed to protect children and young people from 'irresponsible' gambling ads. Published date: 15/02/2019 Universities given guidance on free speech New guidance aims to help universities and students' unions protect lawful free speech and uphold equality. Published date: 15/02/2019 Water companies urged to increase support for struggling households A consumer group has called on water companies to provide more help for low-income households. Published date: 14/02/2019 Solicitors' regulator updates strategy on dealing with misconduct The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has set out when and how it would take action against a law firm or solicitor. Published date: 14/02/2019 National Audit Office criticizes UK Government's planning system for new homes The UK Government's method for assessing the number of homes needed in local areas is 'flawed', according to the National Audit Office (NAO). Published date: 14/02/2019 Which? calls for overhaul of consumer protection A radical reform of the UK's consumer enforcement system is needed, consumer group Which? has claimed. Published date: 08/02/2019 New safety standards in Scotland require fire and smoke alarms in every home All homes in Scotland will be required to have smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms under new rules announced by the Scottish Government. Published date: 05/02/2019 Reforms to Parole Board aim to improve standards A raft of changes have been made to the parole system to improve transparency and victim support, according to GOV.UK. Published date: 04/02/2019
