AI Policy Pulse — Global AI Regulation Monitoring

The G7 Leaders met in Evian, France and agreed on different joint statements.

Council agrees position to simplify requirements for chemical products.

Millions of homeowners could benefit from faster planning decisions, as 2 new AI tools are unveiled to modernise England’s planning permission system.

Summary of the meetings for the GDS Responsible AI Advisory Panel.

Official statistics on how UK adults are engaging with science and technology in their day-to-day lives.

The EU Council adopted its partial negotiating position on the Global Europe external action instrument for 2028-2034 under the next MFF.

Council adopts its partial negotiating position on the European Competitiveness Fund in the framework of the next multi-annual budget (MFF) 2028-2034.

The Council today reached its partial general approach on an integral cornerstone of the next long-term EU budget – the ‘NRPP regulation’. 

The Department of Commerce’s CHIPS Program Office announced the signing of a letter of intent to provide up to $50 million in direct funding to Coherent Corp. (Coherent) under the CHIPS and Science Ac…

The Council has agreed its position on a proposed directive that updates the rules on genetically modified micro-organisms (GMMs) and the processing of organs as part of the European Biotech Act I.

Reports on departmental staff numbers and costs.

Council approves conclusions to strengthen cooperation with non-EU western European countries

European Commission Press release Brussels, 16 Jun 2026 The European Commission will engage with consumers and publishers by the end of 2026 to explore ways to improve industry standards, as a respons…

A new national network to coordinate standards for the quantum technologies that will revolutionise everything from medicine to banking and transport.

Today Council and the Parliament reached a provisional agreement on new rules for plant reproductive material.

On the occasion of the second meeting of the Accession Conference, the EU and Moldova opened negotiations on the EU acquis related to the rule of law and fundamental rights, the functioning of democra…

On the second meeting of the Accession Conference, the EU and Ukraine opened negotiations on the EU acquis related to the rule of law and fundamental rights, the functioning of democratic institutions…

Council and Parliament reach landmark deal to strengthen EU air passenger rights with clearer rules, faster and easier claims and stronger protection.

The 27th meeting of the Accession Conference with Montenegro provisionally closed chapters 2 on freedom of movement of workers and 28 on consumer and health protection

Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Liz Kendall's oral statement to the House of Commons on Monday 15 June.

Data on senior officials’ (SCS2+) business expenses, hospitality, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

Data on senior officials’ (SCS2+) business expenses, hospitality, and meetings with external individuals and organisations.

The UK government will ban social media for under 16s.

This charter sets out a clear and strong commitment from industry to deliver great outcomes for consumers across the UK.

The Council has adopted restrictive measures targeting Russia’s military-industrial complex, energy revenues,  propaganda efforts and human rights violations, amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggress…

The Council adopted today restrictive measures against six individuals responsible for actions aimed at destabilising, undermining and threatening the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of M…

Social media platforms to be blocked from offering services to under-16s, marking a line in the sand and setting a new normal for future generations.

The Council adopted conclusions reaffirming Global Gateway as the EU’s worldwide strategy to mobilise investment and strengthen the EU’s partnerships.

The Council decided to conclude the agreement between the EU and Canada allowing Canadian companies to participate in the SAFE instrument.

Summary of meetings for the Growing up in the online world consultation.