UK leads global fight to stop ransomware attacks on supply chains
UK businesses will be better protected from ransomware threats under new global guidance launched by the UK government and international partners. The new guidance helps organisations spot weaknesses in their supply chain before criminals do – setting out clear practical steps to check the security of key suppliers and safeguard against vulnerabilities. Developed by the […]
MHRA smashes major illicit weight loss medicine production facility in record seizure
Officers from the Criminal Enforcement Unit (CEU) of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) have dismantled a major illicit manufacturing facility, making and distributing unlicensed weight-loss jabs, during a raid on a warehouse in Northampton. This is the first illicit production facility for weight loss medicine discovered in the UK and is believed to be […]
Chancellor unveils plans to ‘supercharge’ growth of innovative financial services firms
Chancellor visited Leeds – the second largest financial services centre into the UK – to launch new Scale-up Unit for high potential firms. Expert and bespoke support delivered by the new Scale-up Unit will help banks, insurers and fintech firms expand faster, create well paid jobs and attract investment. Financial services firms will get new […]
Joint statement on Ukraine: 21 October 2025
Updates to this page Published 21 October 2025 Last updated 25 October 2025 + show all updates 25 October 2025 Additional signatories have been added. 22 October 2025 Additional signatories have been added 21 October 2025 First published. Source link
Windrush compensation scheme overhaul to deliver faster justice
Victims of the Home Office Windrush scandal will be paid up to 75% of their compensation award in advance as part of a major overhaul of the claims process. For the first time, victims will be compensated for lost contributions to a work or personal pension. And priority will now be given to applications from […]
Venator Materials UK Limited, in administration: information for employees and creditors
On 22 October 2025 Venator Materials UK Limited entered administration and Mark Firmin, Jonny Marston and Helen Skeates of Alvarez and Marsal Europe LLP were appointed as Joint Administrators. If you are an employee or creditor of Venator Materials UK Limited, this page will provide you with advice and information. Further information about the administration […]
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 24 October 2025
The Prime Minister hosted the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, at Downing Street this morning, ahead of a Coalition of the Willing meeting. Source link
PM’s remarks at the Coalition of the Willing press conference: 24 October 2025
Good afternoon everyone. Volodymyr, Let me start by paying tribute to you and to the Ukrainian people. You are fighting not just for Ukraine. But for the freedom and security that is cherished by the British people – And by all Europeans – every single day. Just a few moments ago here in the United […]
Rule change to support police facing dangerous situations
Police officers will be given more clarity and confidence when making split-second decisions to protect the public, as the government announces new rules. The legal test for the use of force in police misconduct cases will be returned to the criminal law test. This means that when officers need to act quickly in the […]
UK and Guatemala Strengthen Climate Collaboration Ahead of COP30
Key participants included Vice Minister Edwin Castellanos, head of the delegation; Igor De la Roca, Secretary of CONAP; Ambassador Rita Mishaan, Guatemala’s Climate Change Special Envoy; and representatives from the British Embassy. Discussions focused on enhancing Guatemala’s climate ambition, particularly through the update of its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), which emphasize both mitigation and adaptation. […]