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 […]
UK announces sanctions against perpetrators of human rights violations in Iran
Foreign Secretary announces sanctions in response to those who have committed human rights violations in Iran ten individuals and one organisation designated, including Minister of the Interior, Police Chiefs and prolific IRGC members for their role in recent brutality against protestors announcement follows commitments set out by ministers earlier this month to hold the Iranian authorities to account The UK has today announced a sweeping package […]
Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America: Sir Christian Turner KCMG
Sir Christian Turner KCMG has taken up the role of His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America. Source link