The UK stands firm in our support for the institutions which defend and advance the international rule of law: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The United Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to the rule of law is a key part of our national story, beginning over 800 years ago when the Magna Carta was signed, guaranteeing rights to justice and a fair trial. The rule of law remains fundamental to the international system. It is the bedrock of stable democratic societies […]
Strong uptake for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements
Almost 80% of farmers offered an extension to their Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements have now accepted, the Rural Payments Agency has confirmed. The Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier scheme supports farmers and land managers to deliver environmental benefits while maintaining sustainable food production through a range of options, such as creating habitats for wildlife, managing […]
Offshore wind project will bring jobs and growth says Welsh Secretary
The Awel y Môr project, which is being developed in the Irish Sea off the North Wales coast, was one of the projects to win a contract with the UK Government on 14 January. Secretary of State for Wales Jo Stevens was in the Port of Mostyn last week (22 January) to meet project developers […]
Holocaust Memorial Day 2026: Foreign Secretary speech
I am pleased to gather with you here on such a significant and important day… As we remember the six million Jewish men, women and children who were murdered by the Nazis… And as we remember all victims of Nazi persecution – from Roma communities to gay and disabled people. Alongside all victims of genocide […]
Civil Application Fixer and Civil Contingency Fixer
The LAA is launching an updated Civil Application Fixer service and introducing a new Civil Contingency Fixer service effective from Monday 26 January. Source link
UK-SA Trade Pact Unlocks Tariff Savings for Local Exporters
The British High Commission in Pretoria, in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, Wesgro, and supported by the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted a Seminar in Cape Town today to raise awareness of the market access and tariff savings available under the Economic Partnership Agreement with the UK. This […]
Sport unites with government for national campaign to tackle male isolation
Jonny Wilkinson, Jacob Bethell, Luke Humphries and Luke Littler back Government’s Team Up campaign to tackle male loneliness using the power of sport One in four boys and young men say they feel lonely sometimes, often or always Major sports organisations from football, rugby, tennis and cricket are part of the week-long campaign running until […]
Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences: second report submitted
Update on the progress and completion of the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences. Source link
Targeted energy bill support and simpler access to legal guidance among plans to put data to work to improve lives
5 new projects will test how public sector data – including on energy use, social care and weather planning – can be better joined up to improve lives Projects could deliver better targeted energy bill help and enable improved AI legal support for small and medium-sized businesses Comes as investment unlocked to increase the public […]
Victims of serious and sexual crime to receive better protection and support in Armed Forces justice reforms
Military personnel and civilians who experience sexual assault, domestic abuse or stalking at the hands of serving members of the Armed Forces will receive stronger protections under the new Armed Forces Bill. The Bill, which is being debated in Parliament today for its Second Reading, introduces a suite of measures to protect victims of serious and sexual offences within the Service Justice System. These include: New protective orders to enable swifter […]