New analysis shows Britain’s innovators are boosted by Horizon
New figures show UK research backed by Horizon made bigger academic impact and more ambitious projects reached fruition Comes as UK marks 2 years in Horizon Europe – the world’s largest research and Innovation programme – with plans to boost joint work with Spain and Germany in the new year From health to clean energy, science and tech […]
PM call with President Trump of the United States, President Zelenskyy of Ukraine and European leaders: 28 December 2025
The Prime Minister spoke with President Trump, President Zelenskyy and European leaders. Source link
Drive to tackle workplace sickness with small business occupational health training
Occupational health training will be funded by Government for line managers in small businesses across England between January and March 2026. Will help equip SMEs to support employee health and recruit and retain skilled staff – and boost productivity. Part of Government’s Plan for Change to break down barriers to opportunity and drive economic growth […]
Lives to be saved by boosting access to drug overdose medication
Naloxone to be made accessible at homeless shelters and to the public in emergencies Government launches consultation to help combat rising drug deaths from opioids Part of record £3.4 billion investment including in drug and alcohol treatment and education services Hundreds of people at risk of overdosing on opioids could be saved by providing homeless […]
Faster treatments and support for health workers as AI tackles A&E bottlenecks
Hospitals using AI to improve planning and tackle bottlenecks in A&E departments as government delivers NHS fit for the future Forecasting tool in use across 50 NHS organisations speeding up treatment times for patients Latest milestone for the Prime Minister’s AI Exemplars programme, using AI to improve lives and modernise services across health, justice, tax and planning. Patients could be seen […]
PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 28 December 2025
The Prime Minister spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy today. Source link
UK and Germany sign £52m contract for cutting-edge artillery
State-of-the-art military artillery that can move at speeds of up to 100km/h secured under £52 million contract. Joint deal speeds up delivery of military kit to both the UK and Germany – demonstrating deepening defence cooperation. Partnership strengthens NATO capabilities of collective defence – strengthening interoperability. Military artillery that can fire on the move and […]
Armed forces to launch ‘Gap Year’ scheme for young people to bolster skills and leadership
Britain’s young people will be given new opportunities to experience military service through a ‘gap year’ Foundation Scheme set to launch in 2026. A first wave of around 150 participants will open for recruitment from early 2026, offering young people a year of paid experience and training in the Armed Forces: across the Army, Royal Navy […]
Top tips to protect your Christmas gifts from cyber-scrooges
Families urged to take simple security steps when setting up new accounts for Christmas gifts like tablets, smart watches and connected toys Quick 5 minute checks including enabling 2-step verification and automatic updates will protect homes from cyber criminals Taking these steps will help keep personal data and home networks safe from unwanted access As […]
First new National River Walk announced
Communities in Greater Manchester and the northwest of England are set to benefit from a new National River Walk, stretching 21 kilometres or the length of a half marathon. This walk is the first of its kind and is part of the government’s manifesto pledge to create nine new walks, one for each region of England. As thousands of people across the country step out from their homes […]