Looking forward to doing the @UKbursthebubble podcast this evening, on violations of freedom of religion or belief in China, Burma, North Korea and Indonesia and defending human rights for everyone, everywhere.

Stephen Gibson, interim RPC chair and Andrew Williams-Fry, RPC committee member, had a very productive introductory discussion with @CathrynRoss_, Chair of the new Regulatory Horizons Council. We look forward to seeing how the two bodies can work together in future.

The Better Regulation Executive have recently updated their Better regulation framework. This guidance is for government officials and sets out how they need to comply with the regulatory framework and engage with the RPC. assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/upl…

Stephen Gibson has been confirmed as the RPC interim chair. Click the following link to read what @beisgovuk Minister Lord Callanan and Stephen have to say regarding this appointment. gov.uk/government/new…

Our interim chair Stephen Gibson, recently took part in the June Meeting of RegWatchEurope members. A summary of this meeting and what was discussed can be found here. gov.uk/government/new…

It's welcome that the government has started publishing more vaccine stats but given the importance of the vaccination programme, we need more & better data. Breakdown by region & age is by no means enough information to allow effective scrutiny. Here’s what else we'd like to see

Interim Chair, Stephen Gibson, recently spoke at an event held by the Forum of Indian Regulators, as part of our continued commitment as a centre of excellence to share best practice with international colleagues

As temperatures in some parts of England plummet to -11C overnight, several households in Yorkshire admit it might be time to put the heating on.

As gyms reopen, members say they can’t wait to return, although probably tomorrow as it’ll be busy today, but failing that definitely Wednesday, or Thursday depending on the weather.

Congratulations to Stephen Gibson on his appointment as Chair of Regulatory Policy Committee. A really strong and experienced pick for the role. I look forward to working together in the near future!

gov.uk/government/new…

Congratulations Stephen Gibson on your permanent appointment as Chair of Regulatory Policy Committee. We’re looking forward to working closely with you on delivering better regulation for small businesses. gov.uk/government/new…

We are looking for up to 5 new committee members with skills in economics, law, accountancy and experience of a business subject to regulation. For further information and how to apply please visit HM Government Public Appointments gov.uk/government/new…

One-In, Some-Out: should government set itself a target or control framework to reduce regulatory impacts? rpc.blog.gov.uk/2021/09/24/one…

See our opinion on the impact assessment regarding the mandating of double-vaccinations for health and care home staff at tinyurl.com/pky363bf

🚨OUT TODAY: Rushing decisions on EU law could waste “golden opportunity” to improve business regulation Stephen Gibson, RPC Chair, and co-authors call for a Dec 2023 deadline extension, for a proper drive to assess inherited EU regulations. Full report: smf.co.uk/publications/r…

🗣️The REUL Bill could be a “golden opportunity” to deploy these lessons – the Government should extend December deadline to ensure that each of the 4,000 retained EU laws are given due consideration.

Read the full report: smf.co.uk/publications/r…

I authored this report

My article in the Times today thetimes.co.uk/article/who-ne…