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Small boat crossings would be thousands higher' under the Tories, Yvette Cooper says

The UK government is working to reduce asylum backlogs and small boat crossings, but numbers are still significantly high compared to previous years.

Could Biden's recent strategy to streamline government hiring be scuttled under Trump?

Many federal agencies lack awareness of available hiring tools, creating inefficiencies in the hiring process.
#housing-policy

Where does the government want 1.5 million new homes?

The UK government aims to tackle housing shortages with a target of 370,000 new homes annually, focusing on areas with high housing unaffordability.

Rayner announces plan to tighten up right to buy council homes in England

Changes will limit tenant purchase of council homes to increase the stock of socially rented housing in England.

Sinn Fein pledges 300,000 new homes over five years with faster planning system and new Active Land Management Agency

Sinn Féin plans to build 300,000 homes in five years, focusing on affordable housing and restructured land ownership to tackle housing shortages.

Where does the government want 1.5 million new homes?

The UK government aims to tackle housing shortages with a target of 370,000 new homes annually, focusing on areas with high housing unaffordability.

Rayner announces plan to tighten up right to buy council homes in England

Changes will limit tenant purchase of council homes to increase the stock of socially rented housing in England.

Sinn Fein pledges 300,000 new homes over five years with faster planning system and new Active Land Management Agency

Sinn Féin plans to build 300,000 homes in five years, focusing on affordable housing and restructured land ownership to tackle housing shortages.
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#loneliness

Seoul's $322 million gambit to save the city from crushing loneliness won't fix the source of its problems

Seoul city is investing $322 million to combat loneliness, but experts argue it doesn't address the root causes.

'We took our message about loneliness and isolation straight to Downing Street'

Camden's Age UK highlights arts' role in combating elderly loneliness, urging government investment to enhance community services for older individuals.

Seoul's $322 million gambit to save the city from crushing loneliness won't fix the source of its problems

Seoul city is investing $322 million to combat loneliness, but experts argue it doesn't address the root causes.

'We took our message about loneliness and isolation straight to Downing Street'

Camden's Age UK highlights arts' role in combating elderly loneliness, urging government investment to enhance community services for older individuals.
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India invests $170M to digitize tax system

India launches the PAN 2.0 Project to consolidate tax identification services into a single digital platform for improved efficiency and security.

'Fit to work note' searches jump 208% after Labour's 'Get Britain Working Again' pledge - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Searches for 'fit to work note' surged 208% in the UK after government employment initiative, indicating complex feelings about returning to work.
#domestic-abuse

Victims reporting domestic abuse multiple times are failed, women's minister admits

Domestic abuse victims suffer due to ineffective police responses; implementing specialists in emergency control rooms is crucial for their protection.

Jess Phillips on new anti-domestic violence measures: I feel hopeful today'

New domestic abuse protection orders aim to prevent escalation of violence by ensuring abusers are kept away from victims and held accountable.

Victims reporting domestic abuse multiple times are failed, women's minister admits

Domestic abuse victims suffer due to ineffective police responses; implementing specialists in emergency control rooms is crucial for their protection.

Jess Phillips on new anti-domestic violence measures: I feel hopeful today'

New domestic abuse protection orders aim to prevent escalation of violence by ensuring abusers are kept away from victims and held accountable.
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#cybersecurity

Our First Year | AISI Work

The UK launched the world's first AI Safety Institute to empirically measure risks associated with artificial intelligence.

UK seeks collaboration for security research lab to counter Russia and 'new AI arms race' | TechCrunch

The U.K. is launching an AI security lab to combat threats from hostile states like Russia through collaboration and innovative funding.

The Biden administration has been trying to improve the U.S.'s cybersecurity-no thanks to Congress

The Biden administration focuses on improving cybersecurity without new legislation, shifting the burden to companies for software and service security.

How AI will help defeat AI-powered identity fraud

Fraudsters can now easily create fake identities and commit fraud using AI, posing a significant threat to individuals, organizations, and governments.

FCC to soon announce lead administrator for cyber assurance program

The FCC will soon announce a program certifying smart devices for cybersecurity standards, promoting consumer awareness and protection.

Security leaders respond to the White House's internet routing guide

The ONCD released a guide to enhance Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) security to protect internet traffic across networks.

Our First Year | AISI Work

The UK launched the world's first AI Safety Institute to empirically measure risks associated with artificial intelligence.

UK seeks collaboration for security research lab to counter Russia and 'new AI arms race' | TechCrunch

The U.K. is launching an AI security lab to combat threats from hostile states like Russia through collaboration and innovative funding.

The Biden administration has been trying to improve the U.S.'s cybersecurity-no thanks to Congress

The Biden administration focuses on improving cybersecurity without new legislation, shifting the burden to companies for software and service security.

How AI will help defeat AI-powered identity fraud

Fraudsters can now easily create fake identities and commit fraud using AI, posing a significant threat to individuals, organizations, and governments.

FCC to soon announce lead administrator for cyber assurance program

The FCC will soon announce a program certifying smart devices for cybersecurity standards, promoting consumer awareness and protection.

Security leaders respond to the White House's internet routing guide

The ONCD released a guide to enhance Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) security to protect internet traffic across networks.
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#tesla

India to hold EV import policy workshop in bid to attract Tesla, other EV makers: report

India is actively encouraging Tesla and other EV makers to invest through reduced tariffs and workshops for feedback.

Tesla will spend $500 million on the Supercharger network after firing the team

Tesla plans to invest over $500 million in expanding its fast-charging network, despite recent layoffs.

India to hold EV import policy workshop in bid to attract Tesla, other EV makers: report

India is actively encouraging Tesla and other EV makers to invest through reduced tariffs and workshops for feedback.

Tesla will spend $500 million on the Supercharger network after firing the team

Tesla plans to invest over $500 million in expanding its fast-charging network, despite recent layoffs.
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#london

London's buildings could soon be heated by the tube, sewers and River Thames - here's how

London plans to use low-carbon heat from the River Thames and underground heat systems for sustainable energy, targeting 1,000 buildings.

London's teen murders blamed on Tory cuts and 'poverty of hope'

Labour MPs blame Conservative government cuts for youth violence, while Tory MPs emphasize new initiatives and focus on individual responsibility.

London's buildings could soon be heated by the tube, sewers and River Thames - here's how

London plans to use low-carbon heat from the River Thames and underground heat systems for sustainable energy, targeting 1,000 buildings.

London's teen murders blamed on Tory cuts and 'poverty of hope'

Labour MPs blame Conservative government cuts for youth violence, while Tory MPs emphasize new initiatives and focus on individual responsibility.
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Labour first proposed 200 monthly cap on childcare fees back in 2022, says Ivana Bacik

Labour's childcare plan introduces a fee cap and aims to deliver 6,000 new places annually, emphasizing a shift towards a publicly funded system.

Helping Small Businesses with Innovation and IP | IPWatchdog Unleashed

Both Canada and Ireland actively support SMEs through innovation and intellectual property initiatives, which the U.S. can learn from.

The most interesting unicorns to come out of Japan | TechCrunch

Japan's startup ecosystem is growing but still far behind major players like the U.S. and China.
Recent government initiatives aim to stimulate startup growth and venture capital investment.

Portugal proposes decade of tax breaks for the young to stem brain drain

Portugal proposes a progressive tax break for young workers to reduce brain drain and encourage them to stay.
#startup-support

Unlocking UK growth: A strategic approach to scale-ups, sectoral hubs and banking regulation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Establishing a Government Scale-up Unit can significantly enhance the UK's economic growth by supporting the transition of SMEs into scale-ups.

Exploring The Support Ecosystem For Business Startups And Its Role In Addressing Graduate Unemployment

Government initiatives are essential in supporting business startups and addressing graduate unemployment.
Incubators and accelerators play a significant role in providing support and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Unlocking UK growth: A strategic approach to scale-ups, sectoral hubs and banking regulation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Establishing a Government Scale-up Unit can significantly enhance the UK's economic growth by supporting the transition of SMEs into scale-ups.

Exploring The Support Ecosystem For Business Startups And Its Role In Addressing Graduate Unemployment

Government initiatives are essential in supporting business startups and addressing graduate unemployment.
Incubators and accelerators play a significant role in providing support and resources for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Lisa Nandy: 'We want to get the nation's great artworks out of the basement and into our communities'

Lisa Nandy pledged to reintegrate arts education into schools and increase community access to the government's art collection.

The Federal Government Doubles Down on Women's Health Research Investments - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The federal government is committing at least $800 million towards women's health research, addressing long-ignored clinical needs.

Labour sets up new office to coordinate tech innovation regs | Computer Weekly

The Regulatory Innovation Office aims to expedite the introduction of new technologies and improve the regulatory process for businesses.
#mental-health

Why Is the Government Still Paying for Covid Tests?

The government's free Covid test initiative reflects a condescending approach, promoting unnecessary anxiety over respiratory illnesses.

Labour to establish specialist unit dedicated to preventing crime among young people

A new unit is established to prevent youth violence and support at-risk teenagers through dedicated programs and improved mental health services.

Better than medication': prescribing nature works, project shows

The government-backed project demonstrates significant mental health improvements through nature-based activities, showcasing the effectiveness of green prescribing for mental wellbeing.

'Scandalous waste of money' - Government to spend 9m on pouches to lock away mobile phones in schools

The Irish government plans to implement a mobile phone ban in schools with €9m funding for mobile storage solutions, aiming for the 2024/25 school year.

Why Is the Government Still Paying for Covid Tests?

The government's free Covid test initiative reflects a condescending approach, promoting unnecessary anxiety over respiratory illnesses.

Labour to establish specialist unit dedicated to preventing crime among young people

A new unit is established to prevent youth violence and support at-risk teenagers through dedicated programs and improved mental health services.

Better than medication': prescribing nature works, project shows

The government-backed project demonstrates significant mental health improvements through nature-based activities, showcasing the effectiveness of green prescribing for mental wellbeing.

'Scandalous waste of money' - Government to spend 9m on pouches to lock away mobile phones in schools

The Irish government plans to implement a mobile phone ban in schools with €9m funding for mobile storage solutions, aiming for the 2024/25 school year.
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France's cultural pass at risk as calls to scrap it grow

Macron proposed a cultural pass for young Europeans to enhance access to cultural activities, building on prior initiatives from Italy and Spain.

More than 600,000 young people are missing out on thousands in unclaimed cash

Many young adults are unaware of their unclaimed Child Trust Fund accounts, with an average value of over £2,000.

Free COVID-19 tests are back for fall 2024. Here's how to get them.

Free at-home COVID-19 test kits will be made available again to Americans as cases rise.

Congo: PM Tuluka's first 100 days of ambition and challenges DW 09/20/2024

The first female-led government in the DRC is implementing ambitious reforms focused on economy and social well-being.
#contraception

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-old girls - even though age of consent is 17

There is a push to expand free contraception to 16-year-olds amidst debates over medical ethics in Ireland.

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-olds as part of Budget 2025

Free contraception is currently available for women aged 17 to 35 in Ireland, but extending this to 16-year-olds faces challenges.

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-old girls - even though age of consent is 17

There is a push to expand free contraception to 16-year-olds amidst debates over medical ethics in Ireland.

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-olds as part of Budget 2025

Free contraception is currently available for women aged 17 to 35 in Ireland, but extending this to 16-year-olds faces challenges.
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Dail returns today: Farming, child sentencing and defected apartments scheme top of the agenda

Children convicted of murder will no longer receive automatic life sentences; sentencing as minors is now possible.
Aiming for 10% of farmland to be organic by 2030 with government support.
A €2.5bn fund will assist in remediating defected apartments.

Treasury says IRS push has recovered $1.3 billion in unpaid taxes from wealthy since late 2023

The US government has recovered $1.3 billion from wealthy taxpayers since late 2023 through initiatives targeting unpaid taxes.

UK government introduces AI training courses for civil servants to boost public sector efficiency

UK Government introduces nine AI training courses for Civil Servants to enhance digital skills and improve public sector efficiency.

Money in Your Pockets': Mayor Adams' program aims to connect underserved' New Yorkers with public benefits | amNewYork

The 'Money in Your Pockets' initiative aims to help low-income New Yorkers access public benefits effectively.
#bead-program

The Broadband Director Who Made Montana First to Open a BEAD Application Portal

Montana became the first state to open its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program application portal, demonstrating proactive leadership in broadband expansion.

Louisiana Still Expects to Be First to Award BEAD Broadband Funds

Louisiana has initiated its BEAD broadband funding applications, prioritizing thorough preparation to ensure a quick and efficient process for broadband providers.

The Broadband Director Who Made Montana First to Open a BEAD Application Portal

Montana became the first state to open its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program application portal, demonstrating proactive leadership in broadband expansion.

Louisiana Still Expects to Be First to Award BEAD Broadband Funds

Louisiana has initiated its BEAD broadband funding applications, prioritizing thorough preparation to ensure a quick and efficient process for broadband providers.
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Germany plans $3.7 billion program to help decarbonize industry, including carbon storage

Germany is investing 3.3 billion euros to support climate-friendly industrial projects, including carbon storage, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2045.

Cyber lessons, and priorities for the UK's new government | Computer Weekly

The UK's new government is focusing on enhancing cyber security measures with initiatives like the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to address evolving threats and vulnerabilities.

Apple Joins Voluntary U.S. Government Commitment to AI Safety

Apple joins U.S. public companies in voluntary AI regulations, sets standard for transparency and safety.

German court orders stronger action to tackle air pollution DW 07/23/2024

German court orders government to strengthen air quality program to meet European pollution targets.
#ai-safety

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo Announces Expansion of U.S. AI Safety Institute Leadership Team

Top talent selected for U.S. AI Safety Institute executive team to advance responsible AI, aligning with President Biden's priorities.

AI everywhere all at once | Computer Weekly

The rapid deployment of AI is surpassing legislative and ethical frameworks, leading to concerns about big tech companies having too much control.
Governments are taking steps to address AI regulation and safety concerns, including establishing AI safety institutes and international agreements.

In Seoul summit, heads of states and companies commit to AI safety | TechCrunch

Government officials and AI industry executives collaborate to enhance AI safety globally.

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo Announces Expansion of U.S. AI Safety Institute Leadership Team

Top talent selected for U.S. AI Safety Institute executive team to advance responsible AI, aligning with President Biden's priorities.

AI everywhere all at once | Computer Weekly

The rapid deployment of AI is surpassing legislative and ethical frameworks, leading to concerns about big tech companies having too much control.
Governments are taking steps to address AI regulation and safety concerns, including establishing AI safety institutes and international agreements.

In Seoul summit, heads of states and companies commit to AI safety | TechCrunch

Government officials and AI industry executives collaborate to enhance AI safety globally.
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Candid cameras: NYC retail shops can start sharing security footage directly with NYPD under pilot | amNewYork

Retail shops in NYC can now share security footage in real-time with the NYPD through the Connect New York program.

London to get four new 'Music Hubs' in boost to education for young people

Arts Council England announces new Music Hubs covering London regions, totaling 12.1 million for music education, instruments, and technology.
#ontario

Ontario's CO2 emissions have risen back to where they were in 2017 | CBC News

Ontario's greenhouse gas emissions have increased to pre-pandemic levels, raising concerns about meeting emission reduction targets.

Ontario considering counting student residences toward aim of building 1.5 million homes | CBC News

Counting student residences and retirement homes towards Ontario's housing goal.
Tracking housing starts through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation data but exploring additional housing types.
Challenges in reaching the target of 1.5 million homes by 2031 despite progress in new home construction.

Ontario's CO2 emissions have risen back to where they were in 2017 | CBC News

Ontario's greenhouse gas emissions have increased to pre-pandemic levels, raising concerns about meeting emission reduction targets.

Ontario considering counting student residences toward aim of building 1.5 million homes | CBC News

Counting student residences and retirement homes towards Ontario's housing goal.
Tracking housing starts through Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation data but exploring additional housing types.
Challenges in reaching the target of 1.5 million homes by 2031 despite progress in new home construction.
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Nixon administration could've started monitoring CO2 levels but didn't

President Nixon's science advisers proposed a significant climate change research project in 1971, but it was never implemented, missing an opportunity to address the climate crisis.

Australian IT Skills Shortage: 2024 Is The Year To Self-Upskill

Skills crisis in Australian IT industry is worsening with unrealistic nationwide solutions.
The government is concerned about the shortage of skilled IT professionals and is looking towards skilled migrants to fill the gaps.

U.K. and U.S. Agree to Collaborate on the Development of Safety Tests for AI Models

The U.K. and U.S. have agreed to collaborate on developing tests for advanced AI models.
The agreement involves creating a shared process for evaluating AI model safety and collaborating on technical AI safety research.

Plans for thousands of new homes in Greenwich and Newham along the River Thames

Over 7,000 new homes planned in Greenwich and Newham by Housing Secretary's 'Super Squad'.
Priority assistance from the new planning Super Squad to unblock major developments and provide specialist support in unlocking homes.
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UK's cyber resilience stagnates as more fall victim to attacks | Computer Weekly

Three-quarters of UK enterprises faced cyber incidents, with cyber resilience improvements stagnating due to economic factors.
UK government urges organizations to enhance cyber security protections despite prior improvements.

Cabinet approves India AI mission at an outlay of Rs 10,372 crore

India AI Mission has a budget outlay of Rs 10,372 crore for five years.
The supercomputing capacity under the mission will be made available to startups, academia, researchers, and industry.

What's really behind Canada's explosion in international student enrolment? It's not private colleges | CBC News

International student growth in Canada is disproportionately linked to a few public institutions in Ontario.
The spike in international students in Canada was driven by governments seeking revenue and a skilled workforce, rather than 'bad actors' in private colleges.

Government's rural 4G programme behind schedule, report warns

Government's 4G rural connectivity extension behind schedule
Shared Rural Network faces challenges in meeting coverage targets and costs

Same car, same charge, different prices? EV drivers face inconsistent, unreliable charging network | CBC News

Wide range in pricing and reliability at public charging stations
No single, comprehensive strategy for installation and maintenance of charging infrastructure

If locks, witnesses and CCTV can't keep our bikes safe, how do we stop this cycle of crime and no punishment?

To make cycling a genuine alternative to driving, more needs to be done to prevent thefts.

46 New Public Bathrooms Are Heading To NYC, Along With A Map To Easily Locate Them

NYC to open 46 new public bathrooms over 5 years, improving ratio of bathrooms per capita.
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