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UK announces £100 million of new aid for over 3 million vulnerable people in Ethiopia as humanitarian crisis deepens

UK announces £100 million of new aid for over 3 million vulnerable people in Ethiopia as humanitarian crisis deepens

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

More than 3 million Ethiopians, including mothers and babies, will receive lifesaving help from the UK. ...

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We strongly condemn the ongoing violence harming civilians in Myanmar: joint statement at the UN Security Council

We strongly condemn the ongoing violence harming civilians in Myanmar: joint statement at the UN Security Council

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Speech

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Joint statement?by the United Kingdom, Ecuador, France, Japan, Malta, Republic of Korea, Slovenia, Switzerland, and the ...

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UK Minister in UAE for talks on building a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza

UK Minister in UAE for talks on building a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

UK Minister Lord Ahmad returns to the Middle East to meet key regional partners to discuss the conflict in Israel and Ga...

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Albanian man jailed for smuggling 12 migrants in North Sea crossing

Albanian man jailed for smuggling 12 migrants in North Sea crossing

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Home Office

A people smuggler has been jailed after smuggling migrants, including a child, towards the UK....

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Rollout of electric vehicle chargepoints to be accelerated

Rollout of electric vehicle chargepoints to be accelerated

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Department for Transport

New measures will mean EV owners benefit from easier and more convenient access to chargepoints....

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Senegal’s delayed presidential elections: UK statement

Senegal’s delayed presidential elections: UK statement

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The UK government has made a statement following the announcement of Senegal's delayed presidential elections....

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Government confirms over £64 billion funding package for councils

Government confirms over £64 billion funding package for councils

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Closed organisation: Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

The final local government finance settlement for 2024-25 makes available £64.7 billion for local government - an increa...

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Sellafield Ltd launches new degree apprenticeship

Sellafield Ltd launches new degree apprenticeship

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Sellafield Ltd

Applications are open for Sellafield Ltd’s new Digital and Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship....

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Unlocking the potential of quantum: £45 million investment to drive breakthroughs in brain scanners, navigation systems, and quantum computing

Unlocking the potential of quantum: £45 million investment to drive breakthroughs in brain scanners, navigation systems, and quantum computing

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

The government is today investing a total of £45 million in the UK's quantum sector - as part of its commitment to trans...

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Key step for UK-Saudi defence relationship

Key step for UK-Saudi defence relationship

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

Ministers progress talks on new strategic partnership during meetings at the World Defense Show in Riyadh. ...

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Introducing SLC’s Charter for Customers who Require Additional Support

Introducing SLC’s Charter for Customers who Require Additional Support

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Student Loans Company

SLC is growing its understanding of vulnerability and additional support needs with the introduction of the new initiati...

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Six-week Martyn’s Law consultation launched

Six-week Martyn’s Law consultation launched

05 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Home Office

A consultation has opened on new laws to make sure we are better prepared for, and protected from, terrorist attacks....

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Transport for the North annual conference

Transport for the North annual conference

05 February 2024 - 00:00 Speech

Department for Transport

Our plans to increase government funding through the Network North plan and wider transport investments....

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Grant Shapps speech at World Defense Show

Grant Shapps speech at World Defense Show

04 February 2024 - 20:53 Speech

Ministry of Defence

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivered a speech at the 2024 World Defense Show in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia...

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New teaching apprenticeship set to transform pathway to classroom

New teaching apprenticeship set to transform pathway to classroom

04 February 2024 - 00:00 Press Release

Department for Education

New teacher degree apprenticeship will support schools to recruit and retain the excellent teachers they need in vital s...

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500 Trucks rapidly procured for British Army operations

500 Trucks rapidly procured for British Army operations

03 February 2024 - 09:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

500 support trucks will be delivered to the British Army, to support operational activity, following a rapid procurement...

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PM call with New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon: 2 February 2024

PM call with New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon: 2 February 2024

03 February 2024 - 08:21 Press Release

Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street

The Prime Minister spoke to New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon yesterday. ...

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20,000 more young people to access new and renovated youth clubs

20,000 more young people to access new and renovated youth clubs

03 February 2024 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Young people set to benefit from 140 new or refurbished youth centres thanks to latest funding round from the Government...

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New Forest for the Nation competition launched

New Forest for the Nation competition launched

03 February 2024 - 00:01 Press Release

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

The Forest for the Nation will improve public access to nature and provide a boost for our native wildlife...

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Statement on Air Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen: 3 February 2024

Statement on Air Strikes against Houthi military targets in Yemen: 3 February 2024

03 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

On 3 February, Royal Air Force Typhoon FGR4s, supported by Voyager tankers, joined US forces in further deliberate strik...

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Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen: 3 February 2024

Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen: 3 February 2024

03 February 2024 - 00:00 News Story

Ministry of Defence

Today, at the direction of their respective governments, the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, with su...

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A transatlantic perspective from the UK’s CMA

A transatlantic perspective from the UK’s CMA

02 February 2024 - 17:32 Speech

Competition and Markets Authority

A speech delivered by Sarah Cardell, Chief Executive of the CMA, to the GCR Live: Law Leaders Global 2024 conference....

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The first UK-EU Counter-Terrorism Dialogue in Brussels

The first UK-EU Counter-Terrorism Dialogue in Brussels

02 February 2024 - 16:13 News Story

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The inaugural UK-EU Counter-Terrorism Dialogue took place in Brussels on 2 February 2024, to enhance cooperation on coun...

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Government backs Bill to clamp down on livestock worrying

Government backs Bill to clamp down on livestock worrying

02 February 2024 - 14:22 Press Release

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

New measures aim to reduce dog attacks on livestock ...

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UK Commandos train in Arctic ahead of largest NATO exercise since Cold War

UK Commandos train in Arctic ahead of largest NATO exercise since Cold War

02 February 2024 - 14:12 Press Release

Ministry of Defence

Hundreds of Royal Marines and Army Commandos are conducting extreme cold weather training alongside allies in Norway ahe...

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PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 2 February 2024

PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 2 February 2024

02 February 2024 - 13:46 Press Release

Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak held a call with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni earlier today....

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Government to progress with plans to renew local TV licences

Government to progress with plans to renew local TV licences

02 February 2024 - 11:28 News Story

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Government confirms broadcasting licences for 34 local TV stations can be extended for the next decade...

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Tyne to shine: Tyne Bridge gets makeover with £35 million government funding

Tyne to shine: Tyne Bridge gets makeover with £35 million government funding

02 February 2024 - 10:13 News Story

Department for Transport

Bridge maintenance will reduce congestion and improve traffic flow, helping to boost the economy across the region. ...

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Northern Ireland: An Integral Part of Our Union

Northern Ireland: An Integral Part of Our Union

02 February 2024 - 09:39 News Story

Northern Ireland Office

In an opinion piece, published in the News Letter, The Lord Caine discusses the significant role of Northern Ireland wit...

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Industry Transparency Code on Music Streaming announced by government

Industry Transparency Code on Music Streaming announced by government

02 February 2024 - 07:45 Press Release

Intellectual Property Office

The music industry has agreed a Code of Good Practice on Transparency in Music Streaming.? ...

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