LONDON, Sept. 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Courtrooms for specialist rape and serious sex offences to be rolled out across every Crown Court in England and Wales * Rape cases will be prioritised in the courts, tackling uncertainty and delays for survivors, with specialist upgrades introduced, including private waiting rooms and entrances for victims * New approach will put victims front and centre of the criminal justice system Backed by a multi-milli...
LONDON, Sept. 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr Vice-President. The UK thanks the Special Rapporteur for his report. Ahead of Burundi's 2027 presidential election, his findings are concerning with reports of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detention, restrictions on fundamental freedoms, and the shrinking of civic and political space. The UK calls on Burundi to protect the rights of all citizens to participate freely...
LONDON, Sept. 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Mr Vice President, The United Kingdom thanks the Group of Independent Experts for its update. We remain deeply concerned by the systematic repression of fundamental freedoms in Belarus. Arbitrary arrest and detention, politically motivated prosecutions, torture and ill-treatment all remain tools to silence dissent, while independent media, civil society and trade unions continue to face severe restrictions. W...
LONDON, Sept. 20 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, this morning. The two leaders began by discussing their upcoming visits to New York for the UN General Assembly. The Prime Minister said he would use the trip to drive forward work on issues that matter to people at home, including reducing the cost of living through greater global stability and delivering security for people through ...
LONDON, Sept. 20 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Minister for Women and Equalities launches national taskforce to tackle the rise of misogyny * Government, local leaders and experts will look at misogyny prevention across society - including community and the workplaces - so women and girls no longer need to face harmful attitudes * Bridget Phillipson: "Government will lead from the front to shift the dial and send misogynistic attitudes back to the dark age...
India, Sept. 19 -- Kolkata, September 2026: Kesh King, the hair-care brand from the house of Emami Limited, has announced the launch of 'Scalp First', a premium, gender-inclusive scalp-care range designed around individual scalp needs. Built on the belief that "Think Scalp First, Beautiful Hair Will Follow," the new range aims to shift the focus of everyday hair care from visible hair concerns to the scalp-the foundation on which healthy hair grows.The launch comes at a time when concerns such a...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: East Sussex County Council Industry: Transport services (excl. Waste transport) Description: Tender details: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: No Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN25 3SU To: TLP at Park Lane, Eastbourne Frequency: Monday and Thursday Daily School Time: 11:40 - 12:45 This opportunity has been distributed on SProc.net Closing date: 2026-09-2...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: East Sussex County Council Industry: Transport services (excl. Waste transport) Description: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: Shared PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: TN37 6BA and TN40 2HU To: Flagship School, TN34 2AE Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Monday-Friday 08:50- 14:30 Comments for Operator: Shared PA required This opportun...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: East Sussex County Council Industry: Transport services (excl. Waste transport) Description: Vehicle type: Saloon Passenger Assistant Required: 1:1 PA required Proposed Taxi Route: From: BN21 4LG To: St Johns College, Brighton BN2 0AF Frequency: Monday to Friday Daily School Time: Mon-Thurs 09:00-16:05 and Fri 09:00-15:05 Comments for Operator: 1:1 PA required This opp...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Industry: Interpretation services Description: This procurement is being undertaken jointly by: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Devon Partnership NHS Trust Livewell Southwest CIC Collectively referred to throughout this spec...