LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On 9 September 2026, the 10th UK-U.S. SME Dialogue was held in Cardiff, Wales with over 80 UK and U.S. small and medium-sized businesses and business organisations participating. The Dialogue is convened by the UK Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST) with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Small Business Administrat...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * faster and more frequent train journeys across the North as government supports a £1 billion investment in 29 new British-built trains on Great British Railways (GBR) * move backs British businesses and plans for reindustrialisation, supporting over 350 jobs at Alstom and almost 6,000 across UK supply chain * historic Derby site will build the UK's first battery-electric trains for long-distance main line...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Works to be displayed in British embassies worldwide, from Washington to Abu Dhabi. * Acquisitions are part of the Art X-UK project that collects works by exciting UK artists for display in more than 125 countries The nation's next generation of artists are set to have their work displayed in embassies and government buildings worldwide, as part of a government drive featuring contemporary artists from Yorksh...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: EnglishWhiskyhas secured protected Geographical Indication (GI) status, a major milestone for a sector that has grown from a handful of pioneering producers into one of England's most exciting food and drink success stories. The new status officially recognises EnglishWhiskyas a distinctivewhiskycategory, reflecting years of work by producers across England who have combined craftsmanship, innovation and ambiti...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Before I turn to this month's update, I wanted to begin by acknowledging today's anniversary of 9/11. It is a day that is felt by many, and I want to take a moment to remember those who lost their lives, and to recognise the lasting impact on their families and communities. This month, I want to focus on some of the areas that come up in our conversations with you: * how you determine whether or not your event...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The new Scotland-Massachusetts Bio-Bridge recognises these places' status as leaders in life sciences, creating a link between companies in Scotland with the academic, pharmaceutical and development expertise in the Boston and Cambridge areas of Massachusetts. The UK Government has committed £49,000, including Brand Scotland funding, to the initiative, which has been matched by the Scottish Government. The...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This appointment was approved by The King on the advice of the previous Prime Minister. The King has approved the nomination of the Reverend Canon Dr Timothy Michael Lomax, BEd Hons, DipTh, MA, DMin, Director of Mission and Ministry and Residentiary Canon of St Albans Cathedral, to the Suffragan See of Warwick, in the Diocese of Coventry, in succession to the Right Reverend John Stroyan, BA, MTheol, BA, followi...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Graham first joined Thames Valley Police (TVP) in 1979 where he served 31 years in uniform, including five years as Inspector on the Tactical Firearms Team. Career highlights from his time with TVP include providing armed protection for Margaret Thatcher following the Brighton hotel bombing in 1984 and being involved in the operational response to two IRA incidents in Reading and the Hungerford tragedy, where si...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Business Secretary, Jonathan Reynolds, is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Lovell as Chair of British Steel. As Chair, Alan will lead the Board in stabilising and transforming the company, supporting its long-term future and delivery of its strategic priorities. Alan brings extensive executive and non-executive leadership experience across infrastructure, construction, energy and financial servi...
LONDON, Sept. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: At around 08:26 on 27 August 2026, a passenger train had a near miss with a telehandler at Hopperton Old Station user worked crossing in North Yorkshire. No injuries were reported, and no damage was caused, although a collision was only narrowly avoided. Hopperton Old Station user worked crossing is equipped with gates and telephones at either side. Signs at the crossing instruct users in vehicles to contact th...