Government seeks views to modernise laws on powered mobility devices
40-year-old laws on powered mobility devices to be brought up to date to better support those who use electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters consultation seeks to review size, speed and usage rules to better reflect modern technology and improve safety this forms part of the government’s wider mission to break down barriers to opportunity and […]
FCDO statement on DPRK ballistic missile launches: 04 January
The FCDO has released a statement following a ballistic missile launches by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 4 January. Source link
5.65 million still to file as the Self Assessment deadline looms
5.65 million people still need to file their Self Assessment tax return thousands of people celebrated the New Year by filing their Self Assessment tax return 6.36 million people head into 2026 with their tax affairs in order Thousands of people got a head start on their 2026 resolutions by filing their Self Assessment tax […]
MHRA welcomes Professor Jacob George as he starts Chief Medical and Scientific Officer role
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) welcomes Professor Jacob George, who starts his role as the MHRA’s Chief Medical and Scientific Officer (CMSO) today (5 January 2026). In this new role, Professor George will lead the Agency’s science strategy and will oversee the MHRA’s scientific, research and innovation activities. The creation of the […]
New cyber action plan to tackle threats and strengthen public services
£210 million plan to strengthen cyber resilience across government Government Cyber Unit to coordinate risk management and incident response across departments Leading firms with strong track record of cyber security to drive best practice through new Software Security Ambassador Scheme New measures will be introduced to make online public services more secure and resilient, so people can use them with […]
Boost for British business as government slashes cost of electric lorries by up to £120,000
£18 million to slash up to £120,000 off the cost of green lorries, making it cheaper for businesses to go electric part of £318 million green freight investment to cut costs for industry and reduce emissions, delivering on the government’s promise to boost growth and support jobs government launches consultation on roadmap to phase out sales of new non-zero emission […]
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PM call with Prime Minister Støre of Norway: 5 January 2026
The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre today. Source link
The United Kingdom wants to see a safe and peaceful transition to a legitimate government that reflects the will of the Venezuelan people: UK statement at the UN Security Council
The Venezuelan people have suffered for years. This Council now meets at a pivotal moment for Venezuela’s future. Maduro’s actions created extreme levels of poverty, violent repression, and failing basic services. His regime’s rule precipitated a displacement crisis affecting the whole region. The United Kingdom has long been clear that Maduro’s claim to power was […]
Powerful animated Cumbrian NFM film wins international prize
A powerful film featuring an animated Cumbrian red squirrel explaining how trees can help with flooding and climate change has won an international prize. ‘Wood You Believe It’ claimed the ‘IPST Education Award’ as part of the Goethe Institute’s ‘Science Film Festival’ 2025. This year, more than 1,500 films from 110 countries were submitted to […]