Communities Secretary Sajid Javid today (2 February 2017) announced the latest instalment from a £1.8 billion dedicated Local Growth Fund to help create jobs, support businesses and encourage...
I’m delighted to be here tonight to accept Sir Hew’s invitation to return to my alma mater and speak on the topic of Russian Resurgence.
I’m sure it would make Professor Christian, who led the Russian...
Consultation on the draft Airports National Policy StatementToday I will be laying before Parliament a draft Airports National Policy Statement and beginning a period of extensive public consultation on ...
From the end of February 2017 the Marine Management Organisation will routinely publish information and documents it receives from advisors, organisations and the wider public in response to marine licence consultations...
Sir Michael’s announcement came as he watched a battle demonstration at Arbroath as 45 Commando begin training to play a lead role in NATO’s Very High Readiness Group from 2018. This will see them working and...
Updated: In order to contain the possible spread of disease, the Chief Veterinary Officer Nigel Gibbens has confirmed that proactive culling of approximately 280 birds will take place on a further premises.
Six men have today been sentenced to more than 80 years in prison at Sheffield Crown Court for non-recent child sexual offences involving two victims in Rotherham.
A driver who killed a child and his aunt during a high speed police chase has admitted two counts of manslaughter at the Old Bailey today (2 February 2017). The Crown Prosecution Service had earlier declined to ...
A senior banker, financial consultant and their associates who conspired to enrich themselves, driving businesses into the ground in the process, have been jailed for almost 50 years after being convicted of corruption...
Business Secretary announces £15 million government backing for 125 innovative research and development projects across the UK Science Minister announces appointment of Sir Mark Walport as Chief Executive...
The Minister for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, Jo Johnson has confirmed Sir Mark’s appointment as Chief Executive designate of UK Research and Innovation.
UKRI will, subject to legislation...
In the coming year, we’ll be introducing several new digital services for you to use. We know that you’d like more online services, which will improve processing times and help you manage your information easily...
A new strategy is calling on employers to boost the number of older workers and ensure they are not writing people off once they reach a certain age, helping to build a country that works for everyone.
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Madam Deputy Speaker, may I start by paying tribute to all the Right Honourable and Honourable Members who have contributed to this historic debate.
Members on both sides of the House – supporters of ...
IntroductionWith permission Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement about airport capacity and airspace policy.
In October last year (2016) I announced that the government had selected a new north...
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has today (2 February 2017) taken a major step forward in preparing Britain for leaving the EU, by publishing proposals for a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
A ...
The government reduced its estate by over 300,000 square metres - the equivalent of seven Wembley stadiums - and delivered running cost savings of £176 million in the last financial year, according ...
HM Treasury this week approved the Initial Gate Business Case for the new submarine school to be built at Scotland’s largest military establishment this week. Final design approval is expected soon, which will...
Sir Michael Fallon visited MacTaggart Scott, who design, build, install and maintain engineering systems for the Royal Navy – the company’s “shop window” – and 40 of the world’s navies, including the US, French...
Good morning, and welcome. It is great to see such a large turnout for today’s event, with representatives from across both the public and private sectors.
Today is a celebration of government property...
Speaking at the private sector sensitisation conference organised by the Business Regulatory Review Agency in Lusaka today, Mr Hamilton said:
I am delighted that the British High Commission is co-...
The government has today published its plan for ‘a new, positive and constructive’ partnership in the mutual interest of the UK and the EU, with a White Paper presented to Parliament.
The document...
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SummaryMonday 30 January – Tornados engaged two groups of terrorists south of Mosul, while a Reaper destroyed two vehicles in western Iraq.
Wednesday 1 February...
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UK expertise in Oil & Gas at the centre of Mozambique Minister’s visitThe Mozambican Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy, Leticia Klemens, paid this February a four-day...
The consultation, which opened on 5 December 2016, attracted over 1,000 replies in just 3 days, reaching more than 9,000 when it closed yesterday (1 February 2017).
The overwhelming response is one of...
Alison joins from the BBC, where she was Head of Strategy at the BBC Trust.
Daniel Gordon, CMA Senior Director, Markets, said:
I am delighted to welcome Alison to the CMA. She impressed us ...
New analysis has revealed how the cap restored fairness to the system - before they were capped, nearly 180 households were getting the equivalent of a pre-tax salary of at least £57,000 in benefits...
With permission, Mr Speaker, I wish to make a statement on the government’s plans for exiting the European Union.
Today we are publishing a government White Paper on the UK’s exit from, and new partnership...
I would like to thank Mark [Prisk] for inviting me here today, and take this opportunity to recognise the important work of the APPG on smart cities.
You are a vital voice in a necessary debate, and I...
Government responds to agreement reached between Aslef and GTR.
A DfT spokesperson said:
The DfT welcomes the news that an agreement has been reached between Aslef and Southern Rail.
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Applications will soon be open for counsel wishing to join the Attorney General’s London A and B Panels of the Civil Counsel.
This will be a fantastic opportunity for advocates with more than five years...
The Home Office has today (2 February) commissioned a full statutory inspection of Avon Fire and Rescue Authority – the first of its kind.
The inspection has been ordered by the Minister for Policing...
A 28-year-old man from Nottingham who planned to travel to the Philippines to fight with a banned terrorist group has been convicted today.
In this role Sir Mark will lead the establishment of UKRI and ensure it plays a central role at the heart of the Industrial Strategy.
Subject to the passage of the Higher Education and Research Bill...
UK scales up humanitarian relief efforts in Somalia
Millions of people are living in desperate conditions in Somalia as extreme drought is threatening the lives and stability of a country vital...
Letter from Ed Humpherson to Helen Barugh (Head of Profession for Statistics, Ofsted) regarding the assessment of Children’s and Young People’s Social Care for England statistics
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Personal account customers will find it easier to manage their money, find the best deal for their needs and avoid overdraft charges, and small businesses will benefit from greater competition and better access...
A former teacher has today (Wed 1 Feb) admitted carrying out a catalogue of sexual abuse against young boys in Thailand and the UK.
More than nine out of 10 victims and witnesses are now satisfied with the support provided to them at court by the CPS, following the implementation of a ground-breaking initiative
We have been alerted to a new domain name fraud which involves businesses being contacted by phone from an organisation claiming to be the “Trade Marks Intellectual Property Office”. Their aim is to panic people...
The Environment Agency has accepted an offer of more than £127,000 for an enforcement undertaking from Kerry Ingredients UK Limited following a pollution incident in the River Cam in Gloucestershire...
The Chancellor has appointed Ian Ackerley as the new Chief Executive of NS&I (National Savings and Investments).
Announcing the appointment Simon Kirby, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, said:
UK expertise in Oil & Gas at the centre of Mozambique Minister’s visitThe Mozambican Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy, Leticia Klemens, paid this February a four-day official visit to the United...
By 1 March 2017 new rules are being introduced across Europe that will change how backless booster seats (booster cushions) are made.
The new rules mean that manufacturers aren’t allowed to introduce...
Tougher dog breeding licensing rules to better protect thousands of puppies are to be introduced as part of a swathe of reforms to safeguard the welfare of Britain’s pets, Environment Secretary Andrea ...
Consultation on the draft Airports National Policy StatementToday I will be laying before Parliament a draft Airports National Policy Statement and beginning a period of extensive public consultation on the...
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The UK quota for ICES area VIId has been set at 3 tonnes, which will be used for scientific research.
Undulate Ray caught in this area are under restrictive management and...
Prime Minister’s Time to Talk message
Prime Minister Theresa May said:
Time to Talk is an important day in our national calendar – a day when we put the issue of mental health...
Public Health England (PHE) today (2 February 2017) launches its annual Act FAST campaign to remind people of the main symptoms of stroke and the importance of calling 999 immediately if they notice any single...