LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Türkiyehave today signed a new Security and Defence Partnership at the NATO Summit in Ankara, marking a significant milestone in their strong strategic partnership. The Partnership reflects their shared determination as two major European NATO Allies to further strengthen and institutionalise their co-operation in response to the ev...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Millions morefamilies can now use eGates as age limit changes kick in today (8 July 2026), making journeys easier this summer holiday season.  Children aged 8 and over can now usethe gatesifthey are travelling with an adult and are at least 120cm tall (3ft 11in).   Today'schangecomes as the summer getaway season ramps up, with schools in Scotland and Northern Ireland having recently...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Alexandra Butler, Sanjeev Gupta and Marshall Manson have been appointed for terms of four years, commencing on 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2030. Alexandra Butler Alex Butler is a digital, data and technology leader with over 20 years' experience supporting organisations to use technology as a genuine strategic asset. Ranked 22nd in the UK's CIO100 and recognised with the Industry Award for Responsible AI, she has led...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As we move into the second half of 2026, we draw closer to the commencement of Martyn's Law. This update sets out the preparation work underway and what premises and events in scope of the act can do ahead of the act coming in to force. Help us to get it right Our preparatory work is well underway as we carry out pilot inspections and build a user-focused and secure digital platform for notifications. What's cl...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * SizewellB nuclear power station to continueoperatinguntil 2055, poweringmillions ofhomes with clean, homegrown energyand cutting costs for consumers * Government agreedterms with EDF tosupport 20‑year life extension of Sizewell B * Extension estimated tosupport around900skilled nuclear jobsonsite Millions of households and businesses will continue benefitting from homegrown, clean power as the government ...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The police and intelligence agencies are now better equipped to protect the public from individuals and groups carrying out hostile activity for foreign states, including their proxies, as new powers become law. Receiving Royal Assent today (8 July), the landmark National Security (State Threats) Bill delivers on the government's commitment to bring in new proscription-like powers to protect against state threats...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today, four members of an organised criminal group have been sentenced at Wolverhampton Crown Court for their roles in a large-scale operation that supplied controlled drugs, prescription-only medicines (POMs)and unauthorised medicinal products online. These sentences come afterconvictions were secured in November 2025, following a major investigation by the Medicines andHealthcare products Regulatory Agency's(MH...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Businesses will be able to test products and bring them to market faster under reforms designed to remove barriers to innovation and growth. * One year on from the launch of the Modern Industrial Strategy, new report shows Britain has attracted more than £380 billion in private investment and £38 billion of export announcements has been secured across key sectors, supporting over 155,000 jobs. * Busine...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: More than 200 attended the Knowingly Safe 24/7 Awards event at Energus in West Cumbria on Thursday 2 July 2026. It celebrated the 142 people nominated for awards. Pam Duerden, Sellafield Ltd safety, health, environment and quality director, said: The Knowingly Safe 24/7 Awards allowed us to recognise the people who make a real difference every day across our major projects. Taking the time to acknowledge their...
LONDON, July 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * His Majesty the King has granted Ruth Ellis a conditional pardon following the Deputy Prime Minister's advice. * The decision reflects the exceptional circumstances of the case, including evidence of domestic abuse and coercive and controlling behaviour that may have been understood differently today. * The pardon recognises that, under modern law and understanding, the outcome may have been different. Ruth Ell...