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Soil science: Education and research
Soil plays important roles in supporting agriculture, biodiversity, carbon storage and other services. However, human activities have resulted in soil degradation across much of the UK. Soil science is the study of the properties of soil to better understand how it can be managed sustainably. Some argue a need for increased provision of soil science education and for more research to close evidence gaps.
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Electrification of the Transpennine rail route and lines to Hull
The Transpennine rail route is currently being electrified, from Manchester in the west to York in the east. This does not include the line to Hull. In the devolution deal between the government and the councils of Hull and East Riding, the Sunak Conservative government committed to electrifying the lines between Hull and Leeds and Sheffield. The Starmer government then finalised this deal. Electrification of the lines to Hull has not been included in recent government announcements on investment in northern rail infrastructure.
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Northern Ireland Troubles Bill: HL Bill 59 of 2026–27
The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill is a government bill that completed its House of Commons stages in October 2026. Among other things, it would repeal and replace parts of the Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act 2023, set expanded parameters for a renamed Legacy Commission and allow inquests to be reopened. The bill was opposed by opposition parties in the Commons, who flagged concerns about repeated investigations and the impact on veterans.
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