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On 20 October 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced a call for evidence on deferring the State Pension. Submissions can be sent until 23:59 on 1 December 2026.
The first jobs fair under the Youth Guarantee programme has been held in Nottingham. According to the DWP, around 770 young people came to the Notts County stadium, and employers offered more than 600 vacancies.
On 19 October 2026 the government announced that local authorities in England can fine bus passengers up to £100. A campaign against playing loud music on trains has also been launched.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for strong winds for the night of 22 to 23 October 2026. Gusts could reach 50–60 mph, and up to 70 mph on the coast.
On 6 October 2026, the UK tax authority HMRC added information to its list of genuine contacts about correspondence for contractors in the CIS system. The list helps you recognise scams.
On 19 October 2026 the government published jobs plans for the professional services and construction sectors. They are intended to open up routes into apprenticeships, work placements and training for young people.
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