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Labour Party Conference 2023 – Summary
With Labour looking closer to power than it has been since 2010, the Party was emboldened and Conference was busy. Below Brevia has summarised the key takeaways and policy developments from Labour Party Conference 2023.
Conservative Party Conference 2023 – Summary
Conservative Party politicians, delegates and activists headed to Manchester for the Party’s annual conference. Below Brevia has summarised the key takeaways and policy developments.
Navigating the Evolving AI Regulatory Landscape
The UK has emerged as a prominent player in AI, with a thriving market and a projected value of £803.7 billion by 2035. However, the rapid pace of AI development has raised questions about regulatory frameworks and the Government’s capacity to manage this innovation effectively.
Will Housing Policy Play a Role in the Next General Election?
Housing supply in the UK is too low, but both main parties are divided on the issue. How will they navigate this in the next General Election campaign?
UKHSA UK-based vaccine deal: key questions and answers
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has agreed to a deal for millions of life-saving vaccines to be produced in the UK if a future influenza pandemic is ever declared.
Autumn Statement 2023 – Guidance for Submitting Representations
HM Treasury has now opened its representations portal for the Autumn Statement 2023. Autumn Statement 2023 representations are a valuable means of influencing government policy so organisations should make the most of this opportunity. With a general election expected next year, this is likely to be one of the last fiscal statements before an election is held.
What are the new rules for All-Party Parliamentary Groups?
All-Party Parliamentary Groups (APPGs) are informal cross-party groups formed of MPs and Members of the House of Lords who share a common interest in a particular policy area, region or country. APPGs have no official status within Parliament, however, concerns have arisen over their transparency and susceptibility to undue influence. To address these concerns, the House of Commons Committee on Standards launched an inquiry in October 2020, and new rules on APPGs were agreed to by the House on 19 July 2023.
Understanding VGEC: The New Tax Relief System for Video Game Companies
The Government announced in March 2023 a significant update in the tax relief system for video game companies, with the replacement of Video Games Tax Relief (VGTR) by the new Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC).
What is Labour’s Policy on Rail?
Labour has promised to bring the railways back into public ownership but the impact of the pandemic, underinvestment and industrial action will be challenging.
Protecting Consumers, Empowering Competition: A Guide to the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Bill
The Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers (DMCC) Bill aims to protect consumers and promote fair competition in the digital marketplace.
Navigating the Online Safety Bill
The Online Safety Bill, also known as the Online Harms Bill, has been designed to address the issue of harmful content on the internet and ensure a safer online environment. This legislation is poised to have significant implications, extending beyond major technology corporations to affect a multitude of businesses nationwide.
What Is Labour’s Policy on Buses?
Labour have claimed that the Government’s bus service reforms don’t go far enough and have promised big changes if they win the next general election.
