Government Policy

The UK's nightclub sector has criticized the government's recent decision to exclude them from a new business rates relief scheme, despite a U-turn providing support for pubs and live music venues. Industry leaders warn that this oversight could accelerate venue closures amid a 32% drop in nightclubs since 2017. The Night Time Industries Association argues the policy undermines the cultural and economic value of electronic music spaces.

January 29, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

In an effort to make school education more inclusive for children with special needs, the Delhi government is actively involving Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in training and capacity-building activities for its schools. This decision aligns with recommendations from an internal committee of the Directorate of Education (DoE), formed last year to improve the school environment for students and teachers. The government has accepted all recommendations, with implementation currently underway.

Indonesia's Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana endorses the Work From Mall (WFM) campaign under the Work From Anywhere policy, aligning it with the BINA Indonesia Great Sale 2025 to blend holiday leisure with productivity during Christmas and New Year 2025/2026.

December 22, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

Indonesia's Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (Kemendikdasmen) will conduct the Academic Ability Test (TKA) for primary school (SD/MI) and junior high school (SMP/MTs) students starting in April 2026. This test extends the academic mapping policy from upper secondary levels and aims to better understand students' learning achievements.

The Kenyan government has announced new measures for the Standards Levy to ensure predictability and fairness for manufacturers. Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui revealed an escalation approach linked to inflation trends. These changes aim to enhance the competitiveness of local industries.

December 11, 2025 በAI የተዘገበ

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has deleted key information on climate change from its website, including facts about human causes. At least 80 pages vanished in early December, shifting focus to natural processes. Climate experts call the changes deliberate misinformation.