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Government launches review into treatment of LGBT veterans

Government launches review into treatment of LGBT veterans

Wednesday, 19 January 2022

The government has launched a review into the impact of the pre-2000 ban on homosexual personnel in the military....

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New plans to boost veterans employment launched

New plans to boost veterans employment launched

Wednesday, 19 January 2022

Veterans’ Strategy Action Plan launches, including more than 60 commitments to help veterans with employment and healthcare...

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Joint statement following the visit of COP26 President to Egypt

Joint statement following the visit of COP26 President to Egypt

Monday, 17 January 2022

Egypt-UK Joint Statement following the meeting between Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and COP27 President Designate H.E. Sameh Shoukry, Dr. Yasmi...

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COP President visits Egypt and United Arab Emirates to build on momentum from COP26 for global climate action

COP President visits Egypt and United Arab Emirates to build on momentum from COP26 for global climate action

Sunday, 16 January 2022

In his first visits as COP President, Alok Sharma has today [Sunday 16 January 2022] concluded a constructive visit to Egypt and will now travel to th...

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Full list of places aiming to become Jubilee cities revealed

Full list of places aiming to become Jubilee cities revealed

Tuesday, 04 January 2022

The full list of 38 places which have applied for city status as part of the 2022 Platinum Jubilee Civic Honours Competition has been announced today....

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Government takes action to mitigate workforce disruption

Government takes action to mitigate workforce disruption

Sunday, 02 January 2022

The government has taken actions to mitigate workforce disruption caused by Omicron. ...

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Sporting trailblazers lead New Year Honours List 2022

Sporting trailblazers lead New Year Honours List 2022

Friday, 31 December 2021

Champions from across the world of sport lead the New Year Honours List 2022....

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Public urged to protect themselves from online sales scams

Public urged to protect themselves from online sales scams

Sunday, 26 December 2021

Today (26 December), the government has urged the public to protect themselves from online sales scams through five actionable steps. ...

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Lord Frost statement on the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland: 17 December 2021

Lord Frost statement on the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland: 17 December 2021

Friday, 17 December 2021

Lord Frost's statement on the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland: 17 December 2021...

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Gold Standard created to improve public sector construction projects

Gold Standard created to improve public sector construction projects

Thursday, 16 December 2021

An independent review creating a new ‘Gold Standard’ in public sector construction frameworks has been published by the Cabinet Office....

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Public dialogue on location data ethics published

Public dialogue on location data ethics published

Thursday, 16 December 2021

The Geospatial Commission publishes findings of independent public dialogue exploring public attitudes about location data....

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Annual report into the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund published

Annual report into the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund published

Wednesday, 15 December 2021

The Cabinet Office has published its annual report on the CSSF Fund which helps address overseas issues and conflicts affecting UK interests....

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New Blueprint to protect UK from Cyber Threats

New Blueprint to protect UK from Cyber Threats

Wednesday, 15 December 2021

A new National Cyber Strategy has been announced, setting out how we will protect and promote UK interests in rapidly evolving online world...

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Government's preferred candidate for the role of First Civil Service Commissioner

Government's preferred candidate for the role of First Civil Service Commissioner

Thursday, 09 December 2021

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has today confirmed Baroness Stuart of Edgbaston as the preferred candidate for the role of First Civil Servi...

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Government toughens rules to exclude underperforming suppliers

Government toughens rules to exclude underperforming suppliers

Monday, 06 December 2021

New procurement rules will see companies with a track record of poor delivery, fraud or corruption blocked from winning public contracts...

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Government levels playing field for SMEs on Small Business Saturday

Government levels playing field for SMEs on Small Business Saturday

Saturday, 04 December 2021

In support of Small Business Saturday, the government has published a ‘Selling To Government Guide’ which will give small and medium-sized enterprises...

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UK government publishes pioneering standard for algorithmic transparency

UK government publishes pioneering standard for algorithmic transparency

Monday, 29 November 2021

The Central Digital and Data Office is helping public sector organisations provide clear information about algorithmic tools they use to support decis...

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New guide to cut emissions of Britain’s biggest property estate

New guide to cut emissions of Britain’s biggest property estate

Tuesday, 23 November 2021

New guidance published today by the Cabinet Office will be used to cut emissions of government buildings....

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Sir Stephen Lovegrove speech at IISS Manama Dialogue, November 2021

Sir Stephen Lovegrove speech at IISS Manama Dialogue, November 2021

Saturday, 20 November 2021

The National Security Adviser made a speech about freedom of navigation and the health of the oceans at the 17th Manama Dialogue in Manama, Bahrain on...

New Permanent Secretary to the Scottish Government

New Permanent Secretary to the Scottish Government

Thursday, 18 November 2021

John-Paul (JP) Marks has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary to the Scottish Government....

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COP26 achieves International Standard For Sustainability

COP26 achieves International Standard For Sustainability

Thursday, 18 November 2021

The COP26 UN Climate Summit has received international recognition for delivering a sustainable event. This included demonstrating the positive impact...

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National Cyber Security Centre Annual Review 2021 Launch

National Cyber Security Centre Annual Review 2021 Launch

Wednesday, 17 November 2021

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet Office, Steve Barclay, gave a speech at the launch of the National Cyber Security's ...

Government Property Agency announces Debra Soper as first Chief Operating Officer

Government Property Agency announces Debra Soper as first Chief Operating Officer

Tuesday, 16 November 2021

The GPA makes a senior appointment with the announcement of Debra Soper as the agency's first Chief Operating Officer...

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UK Government statement on fisheries: 1 November 2021

UK Government statement on fisheries: 1 November 2021

Monday, 01 November 2021

UK Government statement on fisheries. ...

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COP26 President Alok Sharma's opening speech at COP26

COP26 President Alok Sharma's opening speech at COP26

Sunday, 31 October 2021

COP26 President Alok Sharma's opening speech at COP26 in Glasgow...

UK COP26 Presidency publishes Climate Finance Delivery Plan led by German State Secretary Flasbarth and Canada’s Minister Wilkinson ahead of COP26

UK COP26 Presidency publishes Climate Finance Delivery Plan led by German State Secretary Flasbarth and Canada’s Minister Wilkinson ahead of COP26

Monday, 25 October 2021

The plan shows the trajectory for developed countries to deliver on the agreed goal of mobilizing $100 billion per year in climate finance to support ...

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COP26 sources 80% of food from Scotland for its sustainable menus

COP26 sources 80% of food from Scotland for its sustainable menus

Friday, 22 October 2021

COP26 Presidency releases details about its approach to food and catering for conference delegates, including information on sustainability and food s...

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Final six ‘One Step Greener’ Ambassadors announced

Final six ‘One Step Greener’ Ambassadors announced

Friday, 22 October 2021

The British public has chosen the final six ‘One Step Greener’ Ambassadors from across the UK. They will join the existing 20 Ambassadors, making 26 f...

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New Civil Service hub in Peterborough a sign of investment in the local area

New Civil Service hub in Peterborough a sign of investment in the local area

Thursday, 21 October 2021

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has welcomed a new development in Peterborough, which is driving investment in the area and helping boost the...

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UK unveils Presidency Programme to drive global climate ambition at COP26

UK unveils Presidency Programme to drive global climate ambition at COP26

Wednesday, 20 October 2021

Programme published for two-week COP26 Glasgow summit...

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