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Black cabs backed with fairer tax system

Black cabs backed with fairer tax system

Friday, 02 January 2026

Today (Friday 2 January) online mini cab firms have been barred from illegitimately using a niche scheme to avoid tax....

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Business investment boosted with new tax relief taking effect today

Business investment boosted with new tax relief taking effect today

Thursday, 01 January 2026

Businesses to receive boost to investment as a new first-year allowance takes effect today (Thursday 1 January), as the government continues its drive...

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Outstanding contributions to the UK recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list

Outstanding contributions to the UK recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year 2026 Overseas and International Honours list

Monday, 29 December 2025

The New Year Overseas Honours list recognises the outstanding contribution of British nationals abroad or internationally....

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The United Kingdom reaffirms its support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence, and unity of Somalia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The United Kingdom reaffirms its support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence, and unity of Somalia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 29 December 2025

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

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Statement on Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank

Statement on Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Joint statement condemning the approval by the Israeli security cabinet of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank....

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The UK stands firmly with the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of a democratic future: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK stands firmly with the people of Venezuela in their pursuit of a democratic future: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Venezuela....

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We call on Iran to urgently lift its restrictions and fully cooperate with the IAEA: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We call on Iran to urgently lift its restrictions and fully cooperate with the IAEA: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran....

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This resolution authorises AUSSOM to continue its essential role in strengthening stability and security in Somalia: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

This resolution authorises AUSSOM to continue its essential role in strengthening stability and security in Somalia: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Somalia....

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What are the changes to agricultural property relief?

What are the changes to agricultural property relief?

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Reforms announced at Autumn Budget 2024 will help raise money to fix the public finances while protecting small family farms from unfairly high inheri...

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Tax Minister and Bingo Association celebrate scrapping of Bingo Duty

Tax Minister and Bingo Association celebrate scrapping of Bingo Duty

Monday, 22 December 2025

Bingo clubs across Britain are celebrating the scrapping of bingo duty as UK tax minister Dan Tomlinson and the Bingo Association’s Paul Swindon joine...

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Elections under the current circumstances in Myanmar risk provoking further violence: UK statement on Myanmar

Elections under the current circumstances in Myanmar risk provoking further violence: UK statement on Myanmar

Monday, 22 December 2025

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, on Myanmar....

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Chancellor announces date of Spring Forecast

Chancellor announces date of Spring Forecast

Monday, 22 December 2025

The Chancellor has asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare forecast for 3 March 2026 ...

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The warring parties must end the bloodshed in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The warring parties must end the bloodshed in Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 22 December 2025

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

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Libya’s political deadlock continues to deny its people the democratic choice, economic opportunity, and security they deserve: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Libya’s political deadlock continues to deny its people the democratic choice, economic opportunity, and security they deserve: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 19 December 2025

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on Libya....

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Foreign Secretary Remarks at the Greek MFA

Foreign Secretary Remarks at the Greek MFA

Friday, 19 December 2025

Speaking alongside her Greek counterpart,  George Gerapetritis, and whilst being hosted by the Government of Greece, the Foreign Secretary delivered t...

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The UK strongly condemns the recent coup in Guinea Bissau and the attempted coup in Benin: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK strongly condemns the recent coup in Guinea Bissau and the attempted coup in Benin: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Friday, 19 December 2025

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on West Africa and the Sahel....

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UK sanctions perpetrators of violence against civilians across Syria

UK sanctions perpetrators of violence against civilians across Syria

Friday, 19 December 2025

Individuals and organisations linked to violence against civilians throughout Syria are today sanctioned by the UK as it continues to pursue those res...

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Dr Christian Turner CMG appointed as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America

Dr Christian Turner CMG appointed as His Majesty’s Ambassador to the United States of America

Thursday, 18 December 2025

The UK has today confirmed the appointment of Dr Christian Turner CMG to be the next British Ambassador to the United States of America....

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The UN has a vital role to play in supporting Syria as it enters the second year of its political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UN has a vital role to play in supporting Syria as it enters the second year of its political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 18 December 2025

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

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Joint Statement from the Troika Capitals on South Sudan

Joint Statement from the Troika Capitals on South Sudan

Thursday, 18 December 2025

The Governments of Norway, the United Kingdom and the United States have issued a joint statement on the deteriorating situation in South Sudan....

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On the Russian Federation’s hybrid activities in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE

On the Russian Federation’s hybrid activities in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 18 December 2025

Ambassador Holland highlights escalating reckless hybrid threats against the United Kingdom directed by the Russian Federation. ...

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Russia’s escalation of attacks deepen the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s escalation of attacks deepen the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 18 December 2025

Ambassador Holland highlights Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukrainian civilians, unlawful detentions—including OSCE staff—and systematic violations ...

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UK cracks down on Russian oil sector as revenues plummet 

UK cracks down on Russian oil sector as revenues plummet 

Thursday, 18 December 2025

UK announces 24 new sanctions against Russian energy and military supply chain targets....

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G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Jimmy Lai verdict in Hong Kong

G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Jimmy Lai verdict in Hong Kong

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Joint Statement from the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, the USA and the High Representative of the EU....

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Launch of the UK’s new Approach to Africa: Baroness Chapman’s speech

Launch of the UK’s new Approach to Africa: Baroness Chapman’s speech

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

Baroness Chapman launches the UK’s new Approach to Africa in a speech in London to African Ambassadors and High Commissioners, UK parliamentarians, an...

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Government gives Abramovich final chance to pay £2.5 billion to Ukraine or risk court action

Government gives Abramovich final chance to pay £2.5 billion to Ukraine or risk court action

Wednesday, 17 December 2025

UK Government takes next step to enable donation of proceeds from the sale of Chelsea Football Club (F.C.) to help the grave humanitarian crisis in Uk...

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Israel must lift all barriers to aid without delay and let international NGOs operate freely: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Israel must lift all barriers to aid without delay and let international NGOs operate freely: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 16 December 2025

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

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Chief Secretary appoints experts to lead review of Green Book discount rate

Chief Secretary appoints experts to lead review of Green Book discount rate

Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Review will ensure government is taking a fair view of the long-term benefits that arise from transformational investments....

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Minister Doughty statement at the launch of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine

Minister Doughty statement at the launch of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine

Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Statement delivered by Minister Doughty at the Diplomatic Conference for the Adoption of the Convention establishing an International Claims Commissio...

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Tokyo Economic Security Forum Keynote Address

Tokyo Economic Security Forum Keynote Address

Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Minister Malhotra, Minister for Indo-Pacific, FCDO, delivered a keynote address at the Tokyo Economic Security Forum on 15 December 2025....

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Ministry of Defence UK deploys new low-cost anti-drone system in the Middle East

Department for Culture, Media and Sport First Olympics in the North of England in government’s sights alongside stadium regeneration push

UK Health Security Agency UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has triggered challenges across the world: UK statement at the UN Economic and Social Council

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency MHRA approves beremagene geperpavec (Vyjuvek) for the treatment of dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa

Environment Agency Environment Agency issues Angus Fire permit variation  

Department for Education Adults locked out of learning to access education with new reform

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office 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

Environment Agency Farmer fined after pollution kills a thousand fish

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government Windrush celebrations backed with £500,000 for communities

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