Did you know the .UK transfer process is changing from 9th February 2027 as part of .UK Standardisation? If you're a .UK registrar, watch the video for an overview of the key changes and find out what this means for you.

.UK registrars, are you aware of changes coming to the domain lifecycle as part of .UK Standardisation? Watch the video to understand the key changes coming from 9th February 2027. Visit Registrar Resources to watch the full video and find out more: registrars.nominet.uk/registry/dot...

In Nominet's 30th year, we’re announcing a new update to .UK operations, which will come into effect from 9th February 2027. The programme will change how .UK operates for the better. Members and registrars, find out how this will affect you: registrars.nominet.uk/registry/dot...

This week marks Nominet’s 30th Birthday! To celebrate, we’re sharing 30 big numbers for our big 3-0. We are proud to manage 10.4 million .UK domains, making us the third largest country code registry in the world. Discover more big numbers here: nominet.uk/30-years-of-...

As we celebrate Nominet’s 30th birthday, we’re sharing the big numbers behind the business.  Did you know that we resolve 2 trillion DNS queries each year? That’s one of 30 big numbers for Nominet’s big 3-0. Find out more about our work as guardians of .UK: nominet.uk/30-years-of-...

This week marks a significant milestone: Nominet’s 30th Birthday. A huge thank you to our members, partners, and the internet community for your continued support. It's been an incredible journey so far. As we celebrate the big 3-0, find out more about our work: nominet.uk/blog/thirty-...

From 7 July 2026, WIPO will run the admin behind our DRS. Same experts, same policy, same mediation, same fees - new backend. More: nominet.uk/blog/nominet...

Nominet’s DRS: New Administrators, same experts, policies, mediation and fees - Nominet

The Nominet DRS administrators will transfer to the World Intellectual Property Organisation’s Arbitration and Mediation Centre (WIPO).

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Following our 2025 .UK policy consultation, we have now reviewed all feedback and have published our full consultation summary. Read more here: nominet.uk/blog/get-rea...

We were saddened to hear about the passing of Baroness Rennie Fritchie, our former Chair from 2010 to 2017. Rennie was a remarkable person who lived a full life - kind and supportive to the team and our members - and always had time to talk. She leaves an incredible legacy. Thank you, Rennie.

Members of the Nominet team are on the ground at ICANN 85 in Mumbai this week.

@childnet.bsky.social Chief Executive Will Gardner OBE on why our @uksic.bsky.social joint report for #saferinternetday on attitudes towards Artificial Intelligence plays an important role in online safety conversations. You can view the Nominet interactive edition here - nominet.uk/safer-intern...

Media coverage of our #SaferInternetDay research with @uksic.bsky.social leads on young people believing AI has changed their lives positively – with many still concerned it could be used to make inappropriate images of them. Find out more: www.nominet.uk/safer-internet-day-26/about/

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Nominet commissioned research to support Safer Internet Day 2026. Focused on 'the safe and responsible use of AI' view from children and parents.

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"The answer lies in the choices we make now, in rooms like this across the world." Great keynote from Baroness Lloyd of Effra CBE on how we build the internet of the future, at #UKIGF25 We’re proud to support the UK IGF, and have our own Elaine Quinn opening today's event.

In-person registration for this year’s UK IGF has now closed due to capacity, but you can still join us virtually. Join us online on Thursday 11th December to hear an exclusive panel session exploring digital IDs and much more. Sign up now: ukigf.org.uk/events/uk-ig...

Are you interested in AI ethics? Join us online at the UK Internet Governance Forum (UK IGF) on Thursday 11th December at Kings Place in London to take part in a hands-on AI workshop and share ideas with your peers. Sign up now to get involved: ukigf.org.uk/events/uk-ig...

Join us at this year’s UK Internet Governance Forum (UK IGF) on Thursday 11th December in London or online as we explore digital fragmentation from a user perspective, both in the UK and beyond. Don’t miss out – sign up now to secure your place: ukigf.org.uk/events/uk-ig...

Join us at the 2025 UK Internet Governance Forum (UK IGF) on Thursday 11th December at Kings Place in London or online to hear an exclusive keynote from DSIT Minister, Baroness Liz Lloyd CBE on the digital policy agenda. Sign up now: ukigf.org.uk/events/uk-ig...

We’ve launched the Nominet DNS Fund to support open source DNS projects - the systems that quietly keep the internet running for the billions that rely on it. Our latest blog explains why this matters and what’s at stake. Read it here: nominet.uk/blog/introdu...

We've launched the Nominet DNS Fund - supporting the open source technologies that keep the internet working. Learn more and apply: nominet.uk/news/nominet...

There’s still time to put yourself forward for this year’s UK Registry Advisory Council (UKRAC)! Nominations are open until 5pm (BST) Friday 16th May. Find out more in the Member Hub: members.nominet.uk/ukrac-electi...

We've just published our latest criminal activity report on .UK, with an increased focus on tackling abuse and improving domain health. nominet.uk/news/targete...

On 30th April, the UK IGF is hosting an exclusive webinar, ‘Perspectives on WSIS+20’, providing the opportunity to hear from stakeholders about their approach to the 20-year review of WSIS. Sign up now: ukigf.org.uk/uk-igf-prese...

President Trump's Liberation Day has seen a boost in pride for British goods and a growth in searches for .UK domains. We surveyed 2000 Brits to see what they thought - and over half said they were now more likely to buy from a UK website. nominet.uk/news/liberat...