The government has announced that new UK-created therapies for cancer will be trialled in the UK.

The newly appointed minister for intergovernmental relations, Pat McFadden has made his first official visit to Northern Ireland.
The trip comes after the government committed to resetting and strengthening the relationship between Westminster and the devolved governments of the UK.
McFadden, alongside Northern Ireland secretary Hilary Benn, met with resetting and strengthening the relationship between Westminster and the devolved governments of the UK.

Responding to the Goverment's consultation on the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the Local Government Association (LGA) has said that councils have a key part to play to improve housebuilding outcomes, but must be given the tools and resources needed to do so.
The LGA has highlighted the essential need to deliver more homes for social rent and homes which are genuinely affordable.

The projects to benefit from funding support the aims of the Child Poverty Strategy which outlines how the government will work with partners and organisations to tackle the issue.

The Environment Agency has installed QR signage at Par beach in Cornwall and Combe Martin beach in Devon, encouraging people to have a conversation with the Hello Lamp Post artificial intelligence platform.
Beach visitors will be able to get the latest news from Environment Agency monitoring about bathing water quality, while at the same time sharing their own information about the site.

Sarah Young has been announced as Hackney Council’s new cabinet member for climate, environment and transport.

The government's reactivated Solar Taskforce has met for the first time, with the aim of boosting solar energy's role.
The taskforce unites leading figures from DESNZ, industry and regulatory organisations.
Energy secretary Ed Miliband has said that solar will be a key driving force behind the 2030 clean power mission. The government has said that homegrown renewable energy projects including solar will help build the UK’s energy independence and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

The New Town Taskforce has met in Cambridge to gain key insights from developments in the city as they develop their recommendations for the next generation of new towns.

The initiative aims to enable council, communities, partners and funders to shape it together. 

The Welsh cabinet secretary has addressed the current housing situation and plans to end homelessness.