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UK celebrates service to others in HM The King's New Year Honours

UK celebrates service to others in HM The King's New Year Honours

29 December 2023 - 00:00 Press Release

Cabinet Office

The New Year Honours List 2024 recognises selfless service to others from individuals across the UK...

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The Military Division of the New Years Honours 2024

The Military Division of the New Years Honours 2024

29 December 2023 - 00:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

Armed Forces personnel and Defence Civil Servants have been honoured by His Majesty The King in the annual New Year Hono...

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Award for champion of visually impaired among New Year Honours

Award for champion of visually impaired among New Year Honours

29 December 2023 - 00:00 News Story

Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

Experts from the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) are among those recognised in the 2024 King’s New Year...

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No frosty surprises when you claim tax relief directly with HMRC

No frosty surprises when you claim tax relief directly with HMRC

28 December 2023 - 10:14 Press Release

HM Revenue & Customs

Advice on claiming a tax refund for work expenses. ...

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UK takes lead of NATO Rapid Response Force

UK takes lead of NATO Rapid Response Force

28 December 2023 - 10:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

UK forces are taking lead of NATO’s rapid response force on 1 January 2024, placing thousands of soldiers on standby and...

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Government reforms set to spark greater reuse and recycling of electrical goods

Government reforms set to spark greater reuse and recycling of electrical goods

28 December 2023 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

Government will make it easier for people and businesses to reuse and recycle their old electrical goods...

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British alcohol and chocolate companies in high spirits after CPTPP sales soar

British alcohol and chocolate companies in high spirits after CPTPP sales soar

28 December 2023 - 00:00 Press Release

Department for Business and Trade

Exports of British festive treats to CPTPP countries have increased significantly....

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Smokers encouraged to quit this new year for their health

Smokers encouraged to quit this new year for their health

28 December 2023 - 00:00 Press Release

Department of Health and Social Care

The NHS is launching a brand new smokefree campaign to encourage all 5.3 million smokers in England to make a quit attem...

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Opdualag licensed for patients with advanced melanoma

Opdualag licensed for patients with advanced melanoma

27 December 2023 - 16:00 Press Release

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (27 December) approved the advanced melanoma me...

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Government to crack down on corruption in the property sector

Government to crack down on corruption in the property sector

27 December 2023 - 12:40 Press Release

Closed organisation: Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

A consultation launched today will ensure greater transparency and tackle corruption in the property sector, by making i...

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Many happy returns from 4,757 festive filers on Christmas Day

Many happy returns from 4,757 festive filers on Christmas Day

27 December 2023 - 12:00 Press Release

HM Revenue & Customs

Thousands of customers filed their Self Assessment tax return on Christmas Day. ...

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Spring Budget 2024 date confirmed

Spring Budget 2024 date confirmed

27 December 2023 - 11:37 News Story

HM Treasury

Spring Budget 2024 will be 6 March....

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'Pints' of wine stocked on Britain's shelves for the first time ever

'Pints' of wine stocked on Britain's shelves for the first time ever

27 December 2023 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Business and Trade

'Pint’ size wine stocked on Britain’s shelves for the first time ever thanks to new freedoms from leaving the European U...

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New funding for farmers feeding the world

New funding for farmers feeding the world

27 December 2023 - 00:00 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

UK support to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) will boost food security, protect the planet, a...

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Charities providing food, shelter and warmth given support

Charities providing food, shelter and warmth given support

26 December 2023 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Over 800 charities and community organisations struggling with increased demand have been awarded funding as part of a £...

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Ukrainian pilots learn to fly F-16 fighter jets after completing basic training in the UK

Ukrainian pilots learn to fly F-16 fighter jets after completing basic training in the UK

26 December 2023 - 00:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

The UK has been providing basic training to Ukraine's combat air pilots as a contribution to the international Air Force...

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Children around the world enjoy British-made gifts this Christmas

Children around the world enjoy British-made gifts this Christmas

24 December 2023 - 11:21 News Story

Department for Business and Trade

Latest figures show toy and bike exports are worth £640 million, with CPTPP membership to make it even easier for Briti...

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British Army’s Ajax vehicle rounds out positive year

British Army’s Ajax vehicle rounds out positive year

23 December 2023 - 09:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

The Ajax Programme is making positive progress towards the delivery of a new generation of armoured fighting vehicles th...

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UK Government levelling up funding in Scotland approaches £3bn

UK Government levelling up funding in Scotland approaches £3bn

23 December 2023 - 00:01 News Story

Closed organisation: Office of the Secretary of State for Scotland

Local and regional investment is delivering real dividends for communities across Scotland....

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Tribute paid to farmers putting Christmas dinner on our tables

Tribute paid to farmers putting Christmas dinner on our tables

23 December 2023 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

Environment Secretary invites people to raise a glass to UK farmers and food producers this Christmas....

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Scottish traditions to be formally recognised as UK joins UNESCO Convention

Scottish traditions to be formally recognised as UK joins UNESCO Convention

23 December 2023 - 00:01 Press Release

Closed organisation: Office of the Secretary of State for Scotland

Public encouraged to propose festive traditions, such as Christmas pantomime and Hogmanay, for formal recognition alongs...

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“Oh no it isn’t!” - Panto set to be formally recognised as UK joins UNESCO Convention

“Oh no it isn’t!” - Panto set to be formally recognised as UK joins UNESCO Convention

23 December 2023 - 00:00 Press Release

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Public encouraged to propose festive traditions, such as Christmas pantomime and carol-singing, as well as others from a...

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Home Office funds activities to support Windrush community

Home Office funds activities to support Windrush community

23 December 2023 - 00:00 News Story

Home Office

Charities, grassroots organisations and other community groups have been awarded a share of over £150,000 from the Home ...

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Syria’s chemical weapons remain a threat to international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Syria’s chemical weapons remain a threat to international peace and security: UK statement at the UN Security Council

22 December 2023 - 20:31 Speech

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Statement by Deputy Political Coordinator Tom Phipps at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria chemical weapons....

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The UK is doing everything we can to get more aid into Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK is doing everything we can to get more aid into Gaza: UK statement at the UN Security Council

22 December 2023 - 17:41 Speech

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Explanation of vote by Ambassador Barbara Woodward at the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza. ...

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Roadmap published to accelerate growth in port towns and cities

Roadmap published to accelerate growth in port towns and cities

22 December 2023 - 16:12 Press Release

Closed organisation: Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

The UK Government has announced an action plan of over 50 measures to further accelerate the success of Freeports - a po...

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CMA wins legal challenge in emergency services case

CMA wins legal challenge in emergency services case

22 December 2023 - 14:33 Press Release

Competition and Markets Authority

The CAT, in a unanimous decision, has upheld the CMA’s finding that Motorola was excessively pricing due to its virtuall...

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Paris terror attack: compensation for victims

Paris terror attack: compensation for victims

22 December 2023 - 14:33 News Story

Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority

Information about claiming compensation if you were a victim of the terrorist attack in Paris France on 2 December 2022....

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Consultations on transfer of PCC functions to two regional mayors

Consultations on transfer of PCC functions to two regional mayors

22 December 2023 - 13:20 News Story

Home Office

Government to consult on transfer of Police and Crime Commissioner functions to West Midlands and South Yorkshire Mayors...

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Significant intervention to cap rail fares comes as government delivers target to halve inflation

Significant intervention to cap rail fares comes as government delivers target to halve inflation

22 December 2023 - 11:33 News Story

Department for Transport

Fare increases capped at 4.9% and will not increase until 3 March 2024....

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