Public libraries will share a new efficient digital library platform which will make the service more consistent and improve access to books, e-books and other library services across Wales. 

The government said rough sleepers will be offered "greater support" as well as tackling anti-social behaviour through amendments to the Criminal Justice Bill.

Counter fraud experts representing 13 local authorities across the country met to share best practice in the fight on fraud.

The Scottish Parliament has approved legislation giving Scottish ministers powers to assess and remediate buildings which have unsafe cladding, where consent of the owners cannot be provided.

A fund to help community groups across Scotland set up renewable energy generation projects has opened for applications.

Wales has become the first UK nation to launch a metaverse experience, giving virtual visitors a taste of what they can discover there for real.

27 new bathing water sites have been designated across England.

From 5 June, more public institutions will be able to apply for a free portrait of the King.
His Majesty The King’s Official Portrait Scheme has now been extended to include hospitals, coastguard operations centres, job centres, universities, Church of England churches and other public institutions.
Institutions can apply for one free framed portrait per establishment.

Dundee has been announced as the first place in Scotland to benefit from a Levelling Up Partnership.
Dundee will be the focal point of a £20 million Levelling Up Partnership which is designed to root out inequalities by attracting investment and increasing opportunities for local people.
There are plans to build a new Dundee and Angus College campus to boost skills.

The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has urged organisations to boost their cyber security and protect the personal information they hold, as the threat from cyber attacks continues to grow.
Data from the ICO shows that more organisations than ever are experiencing cyber security breaches. Over 3,000 cyber breaches were reported in 2023, with the finance (22 per cent), retail (18 per cent) and education (11 per cent) sectors reporting the most incidents.