End to surprise phone and broadband bill hikes to help with cost of living
major broadband and mobile providers pledge to stop unexpected bill increases under new Telecoms Consumer Charter, following intervention by the Chancellor and Technology Secretary customers to benefit from clearer pricing when signing up to deals and making it easier for vulnerable consumers to access social tariffs, which could save them up to £220 per year […]
Russia’s escalating attacks on Ukrainian civilians violate international humanitarian law: UK statement to the OSCE
Thank you, Madam Chair. The Security Dialogue this morning was based on the OSCE’s Code of Conduct, notably on the integration of women in the armed forces. This statement covers another part of the Code – specifically paragraphs 30, 31 and 34 – which require States to ensure their armed forces operate fully in accordance […]
AAIB appoints Robert Balls as Chief Inspector of Air Accidents
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Balls as Chief Inspector of Air Accidents Source link
DfE update 11 February 2026
Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers. Source link
Two members appointed to the VisitEngland Advisory Board
Richard Morsley Richard Morsley is Chief Executive of the Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust, a preservation and learning charity responsible for The Historic Dockyard Chatham, the most complete dockyard of the age of sail. Richard is a senior leader with more than fifteen years’ experience across the heritage, cultural, education and local government sectors, recognised for […]
Strengthening cross-government working for animals in science
The Animals in Science Committee (ASC) has today unveiled their new Ways of Working and Working Protocol, set to supersede its existing Code of Practice and Working Protocol. This follows the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology’s (DSIT) publication of Replacing animals in science: a strategy to support the development, validation and uptake of alternative […]
Call for Proposals: Chevening Financial Fellowship Programme
British Embassy Beijing is pleased to re-open a call for proposals for our Chevening China Financial Fellowship Programme running from 2027 until 2030. Source link
Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind (Generating Station) development consent decision announced
The scheme comprises an offshore wind farm and associated offshore and onshore infrastructure including offshore and onshore high voltage electricity cables, onshore and offshore electricity substation(s), connection(s) to the National Grid and ancillary and temporary works. The application was submitted to the Planning Inspectorate for consideration by GT R4 Limited (trading as Outer Dowsing Offshore Wind) on 19 March 2024 and accepted for examination on 16 April 2024. Following an examination during […]
PM remarks in Welwyn Garden City: 10 February
Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave remarks during a visit to Welwyn Garden City. Source link
UK steps up defence of Arctic and High North from rising Russian threats
British troops deployed to Norway to double over three years from 1,000 to 2,000 personnel. Defence Secretary confirms UK Armed Forces will play vital part in NATO Arctic Sentry mission, with military planning underway. Major Joint Expeditionary Force exercise, ‘Lion Protector’, will see air, land, and naval forces deploy across High North in 2026. Arctic […]