UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

Saturday, 16 May 2026 UK Health Security Agency

Latest information on cases including British nationals....

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The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered challenges across the world: UK statement at the UN Economic and Social Council

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 20:32 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Helen King, UK Ambassador to ECOSOC, at the UN Economic and Social Council meeting on Safeguarding energy and supply flows: Supporting global development through international cooperation...

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MHRA approves beremagene geperpavec (Vyjuvek) for the treatment of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 18:09 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of Vyjuvek under close review. ...

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Environment Agency issues Angus Fire permit variation

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 15:37 Environment Agency Press Release

The Environment Agency has issued an environmental permit variation to Angus Fire Limited in High Bentham, North Yorkshire....

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Adults locked out of learning to access education with new reform

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 15:08 Department for Education Press Release

Government announces first 130 universities and colleges approved to offer new bite-sized courses, with applications opening this September....

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The UK will continue to work with partners to deliver a more peaceful and prosperous future for the Syrian people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 14:55 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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Farmer fined after pollution kills a thousand fish

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 14:47 Environment Agency News Story

Protected salmon and trout died in the pollution incident, and the watercourse was still impacted two years later....

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Windrush celebrations backed with £500,000 for communities

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 14:02 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Press Release

Activities will place communities at the heart of Windrush Day 2026 as nation continues to celebrate and commemorate the Windrush generation...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Colombia: Louise de Sousa

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 14:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Mrs Louise de Sousa has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Colombia, in succession to Mr George Hodgson....

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Appointment of Mo Baines as Lead Non Executive Director

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 13:42 Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government News Story

Mo Baines has been appointed as Lead Non-Executive Director for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government...

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Better patient care as NHS set to introduce Single Patient Record

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:54 Department of Health and Social Care Press Release

Safer and faster care for patients as NHS set to introduce Single Patient Record and cut bureaucracy...

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Cardiff's biggest ever jobs fair sees thousands of young people connect with local employers

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:44 Department for Work and Pensions Press Release

Wider youth employment support, backed by £2.5 billion which will ensure every young person is able to earn or learn. ...

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Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister address to the FDA union

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:04 Cabinet Office Speech

Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister address to the FDA union...

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CMA conditionally clears Getty merger with Shutterstock

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:01 Competition and Markets Authority Press Release

CMA independent inquiry group concludes deal can proceed if Shutterstock sells its editorial business...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to North Macedonia: Maya Sivagnanam

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Ms Maya Sivagnanam has been appointed His Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of North Macedonia in succession to Mr Matthew Lawson....

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Politics or Hollywood?

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 11:00 Competition and Markets Authority Speech

A keynote speech by Jessica Lennard, CMA Chief Strategy & External Affairs Officer, delivered at the W@CompetitionUK and SuperWomen of Colour event. ...

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PM: "We're in a fight for the soul of this country" as more extremists blocked from coming to the UK ahead of Unite the Kingdom March

Friday, 15 May 2026 - 10:37 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

Eleven foreign far-right agitators intent on coming to the UK to spew their extremist views have been blocked from entering the country, as the Prime Minister takes action to protect British communiti...

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