Change of British High Commissioner to Malawi: Leigh Stubblefield
Ms Leigh Stubblefield has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Malawi in succession to Ms Fiona Ritchie. Source link
Government cuts red tape to revolutionise public services with cutting-edge tech
New funding will fast-track ground-breaking innovations such as drones delivering medicines in the Scottish islands to firefighters using AI to spot fire risks faster Slashing unnecessary red tape will help NHS patients, improve safety and speed up delivery of public services Regulatory Innovation Office will reduce the burden for innovative businesses such as drones and […]
Government action to protect children from abusive parents
Government announces plan to repeal presumption of parental involvement from the Children Act 1989 New evidence shows that always prioritising contact can perpetuate child abuse in the worst cases Part of Plan for Change to protect children, standing up for victims and restoring faith in the justice system The repeal is founded on the clear […]
New financial penalties for environmental offences
Water companies who commit environmental offences could face quicker penalties of up to £500,000, under changes being considered by the government. A consultation has been launched to expand and strengthen the current range of financial penalties available to the Environment Agency in a bid to clamp down on more offences. Currently, the Environment Agency struggles […]
Regional Investment Summit delivers almost £800m boost to West Midlands, creating hundreds of jobs
£635 million of private investment for West Midlands announced at Regional Investment Summit, with huge boost to sectors including AI, pharma, dairy and real estate. New £125m skills and housing package from Combined Authority, to train 12,000 construction workers and to deliver 1,000 social homes. Birmingham Sports Quarter investment to deliver transformational 14,000 new jobs […]
Regional Investment Summit delivers almost a thousand jobs for UK communities
Over 10 billion in investment commitments announced at Regional Investment Summit in a major boost for towns, high streets, and communities across the UK, delivering on the government’s Plan for Change. Almost 1000 high-quality jobs are to be created in the UK’s regions and Nations, with major investments in life sciences, AI and innovation, key […]
The UK calls on Member States who have not yet done so to join the majority and recognise Kosovo’s independence: UK statement at the UN Security Council
I will make three points. First, the United Kingdom remains a steadfast supporter of Kosovo’s democratic development and Euro-Atlantic path. As the first country to recognise Kosovo’s independence, we call upon those Member States who have not yet done so to join the majority. Recognition is essential for long-term stability and for unlocking Kosovo’s full […]
Chancellor cuts pointless admin in nearly £6 billion business blitz
Rachel Reeves set to announce blitz on business bureaucracy, slashing red tape and regulations to save UK businesses nearly £6 billion per year by the end of the Parliament and drive economic growth. The Chancellor will set out plans to more than 350 business leaders and mayors at the government’s first ever Regional Investment Summit in Birmingham. The Summit is expected […]
Kent builder hid bankruptcy from customer who paid for home improvements he did not complete
Wayne Miller hid his bankrupt status from a customer who he convinced to pay £30,000 for home renovations The home improvements, which included a new kitchen and two-storey extension, were never completed despite numerous promises by Miller Miller was handed a suspended sentence and ordered to pay compensation following investigations by the Insolvency Service A […]
Foreign Office warnings for Brits expanded for methanol poisoning
Methanol poisoning warnings added to eight new countries. Follows an increase in cases of serious illness and death caused by alcoholic drinks tainted with methanol in popular overseas travel destinations. British nationals advised to watch out for signs of methanol poisoning such as blurry vision and confusion. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has […]