Dr Thanuja Galhena – from materials science to UK policy impact – Case study
Making the transition into the Civil Service After a distinguished career in academia and industry, including roles as a senior scientist at a UK graphene manufacturing company and a postdoctoral research associate at the Cambridge Graphene Centre, Thanuja joined the Civil Service. She describes the move as serendipitous: “I wasn’t actively seeking a Civil Service […]
Government to unlock advanced nuclear to grow economy
Plans to speed up building of pioneering nuclear technology to power AI boom and grow economy with clean energy Government to recognise most credible advanced nuclear projects to help unlock private investment and get projects off the ground New nuclear projects could create thousands of jobs across the country as part of nuclear “golden age” Britain could see some of the world’s […]
Three in four cancer patients to survive long term under new plan
75% of patients diagnosed from 2035 will be cancer-free or living well after five years, following record investment in the NHS NHS to meet all cancer waiting time standards by 2029, with hundreds of thousands more patients treated within 62 days Major expansion of robot-assisted surgery and faster diagnostics to slash delays Patients will receive faster diagnosis, quicker treatment, and the support to live well with […]
PM call with President Trump of the United States: 3 February 2026
The Prime Minister spoke to President Trump of the United States, this afternoon. Source link
Professor Sue Lanham-New – Department of Health and Social Care – Case study
Professor Sue Lanham-New is Professor of Human Nutrition at the University of Surrey. She joined the Scientific Advisory Committee for Nutrition (SACN) in June 2010. Making a meaningful contribution Sue’s research focuses on the relationship between nutrition and bone health, particularly looking at the role of vitamin D and diet. Sue was inspired to join the SACN […]
New prison houseblocks under construction to keep streets safe
Four new houseblocks under construction at HMP Northumberland. New workshop with six classrooms to steer prisoners away from crime. Latest milestone in Government’s plans to build 14,000 prison places by 2031, as part of the Plan for Change The new cells will be fully operational by 2027 and help ensure there is always enough space for dangerous offenders. The major project will also include the construction of a new […]
Recruitment for an AMR Surveillance Manager
AMR Surveillance Manager, responsible for managing the VMD's surveillance programmes and leading their delivery, governance and continuous development. Source link
West Midlands to become Government centre for Transport and Infrastructure with new Campus to accelerate regional growth and delivery
New government campus in the West Midlands to bring together expertise in transport, property, and housing and deliver regional economic growth. The hub will support the Government’s commitment to invest at least £725 billion in public infrastructure over the next decade. The move brings senior decision-making closer to local communities, creating high-quality career pathways for […]
Extramural Studies (EMS) Placements at the VMD 2026
The VMD is inviting applications from veterinary students to attend a one-week EMS placement in July 2026. Source link
Joint statement on the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee and Trade and Cooperation Agreement Partnership Council meetings, 2 February 2026
The United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) today held meetings of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee and the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA) Partnership Council in London. The meetings were co-chaired by the Minister for the Cabinet Office, the Rt Hon Nick Thomas-Symonds MP, and European Commissioner, Maroš Šefčovič. These were the first […]