Veterans support centres to be rolled out across the country
£27 million in government funding goes live for local bids, turbocharging network of recognised VALOUR centres First Veterans Strategy in seven years will transform government support for our heroes and recognise their invaluable contribution across the country Developed alongside the Strategic Defence Review and the Armed Forces Covenant, the strategy commits new £12 million fund for veteran housing. Over 1.8 million veterans across the UK will benefit from a new network […]
New college support teams to raise standards and drive growth
Around 70,000 college students will benefit from new Regional Improvement Teams in new standards push, which will help to break the link between background and success through the government’s Plan for Change Government will also invest nearly £800m extra into funding for 16–19-year-olds next year (2026-7). Coming from the existing Spending Review settlement, this funding […]
Veterans support centres to be rolled out across the country as transformational strategy launched
£27m in government funding goes live for local bids, turbocharging network of recognised VALOUR centres. First Veterans Strategy in seven years will transform government support for our heroes and recognise their invaluable contribution across the country. Developed alongside the Strategic Defence Review and the Armed Forces Covenant, the strategy commits new £12m fund for veteran housing. Over 1.8 million veterans across the UK will benefit from a new network […]
Second World War veterans to receive government support for overseas remembrance events
Government to support Second World War veterans to travel to overseas commemorative events Announcement forms part of renewed contract with those who have served, ahead of Veterans Strategy publication on Monday 10 November Minister Lord Coaker says commitment will help veterans “remember, reconnect and pay their respects” following his attendance at European commemorations Second World […]
The United Kingdom reiterates its full support for UNISFA’s critical role in Abyei: UK statement at the UN Security Council
I will make three points. First, the United Kingdom reiterates its full support for UNISFA and its mandate. The Secretary-General’s report highlights the Mission’s ongoing critical role and efforts to prevent instability. This includes UNISFA’s quick reaction forces and community peace initiatives, and the establishment of joint women’s peace communities by local communities is particularly encouraging in this […]
UK Government deploys Royal Navy to support disaster relief efforts for hurricane-hit Jamaica
Communities in Jamaica affected by Hurricane Melissa will receive targeted support from HMS Trent, which sailed to storm-damaged Falmouth today with specialist personnel and equipment. HMS Trent, a British-built Offshore Patrol Vessel, carries a 75 strong crew, including specialist engineers who will deploy ashore to provide technical expertise in support of recovery efforts. Their work […]
UK pledges £5m for emergency aid and support for survivors of sexual violence in El Fasher
The Foreign Secretary has today, 1 November, announced £5 million of urgent funding to provide lifesaving support for Sudan. Speaking at the 21st Manama Dialogue Conference in Bahrain, the Foreign Secretary condemned the truly horrifying and utterly intolerable scenes in El-Fasher where 260,000 people, half of whom are children, are trapped in famine-like conditions, surrounded by violence, […]
The UK reiterates its full support for UNSMIL’s efforts to advance the political process in Libya: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council
I welcome the adoption of this resolution renewing UNSMIL’s mandate for 12 months. I thank all Council Members for engaging in a constructive and flexible manner throughout the negotiations. This mandate plays an important role in supporting the Libyan people to achieve the peace, stability, and democratic governance they deserve. It does this through reinforcing UNSMIL’s role […]
Defence Innovation Loans Cycle 5: Enhanced support for commercialising defence technology
DASA’s Defence Innovation Loans offer UK SMEs between £100,000 and £1 million at 7.4% interest per annum to commercialise defence solutions at TRL 6 and above Cycle 5 introduces expanded eligible costs including labour costs for pre-commercial sales and marketing, capital equipment, tooling and materials for demonstrations, and working capital finance to support cashflow Since […]
New common-sense approach to environmental regulation to support new homes drive
Changes to the environmental permitting system will reduce waiting times for permits – getting businesses building, delivering much-needed new housing and infrastructure, and unlocking economic growth, Environment Minister Emma Hardy announced today (Monday 27 October). As confirmed in the Government’s Regulation Action Plan, there has been strong support for proposals for a more proportionate and […]