LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to President Xi Jinping of China this morning. The Prime Minister expressed his sincere condolences for the lives lost in recent floods on the Nepal-China border and his appreciation for the rescue efforts and support for British Nationals affected. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic partnership between the UK and China. As Perm...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Today we are laying legislation which will tackle Iranian nuclear activity and other hostile Iranian activity. The lack of transparency around Iran's nuclear programme has long posed a serious threat to international peace and security. We have repeatedly seen Iran not act in good faith to address these concerns. For over two decades, the international community has sought clarity and assurance about t...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: With permission, Madame Deputy Speaker, I would like to make a statement on the next steps this government will be taking to protect children online. This government's ambition is to be the world-leaders in shaping an online that works for us. We intend to be an active government that helps to create an online environment that is not just safe, but enabling and empowering. That starts with fixing the ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Mr President, This statement is by the Sri Lanka Core Group: Canada, Malawi, Montenegro, North Macedonia and the UK. We welcome the High Commissioner's balanced assessment of the human rights situation in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka has faced considerable challenges recently, including severe weather events and global energy shocks. Against this backdrop, it is crucial that the government's stated commitment...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Thank you Bob and to UK Finance for bringing us together today. And thank you for inviting me. As you know, I have spent a couple of months away from being City Minister. I think you'd be hard pressed to describe doing the Chief Secretary role as a holiday - I've certainly had more relaxing breaks - but it is fantastic to be back and supporting the success of the financial services sector and its contr...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Good morning everyone, I want to start by thanking Google for setting up this accelerator programme and bringing all of you together today: you are all incredible companies that are working at the leading edge of AI deployment in our energy system. From generation to transmission, each shows a tangible pathway from invention to innovation.and ultimately adoption. And to quote a line from some of the ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UKconcludesongoingIsrael occupationof  Palestinian  territory  unlawful  and  announces  tough new powers against illegal settlement activity, violence, and extremism to protect two-state solution. * New measureswillbanimports ofgoods from illegal settlements and go after individuals and companies that support,facilitateor profit from illegal settlement activity *...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Mr President, In Syria, we welcome the steps taken by the government on its political transition, including convening a new parliament, addressing Assad-era legacies, and engaging the international community. But the situation remains delicate. We urge the government to proceed in an inclusive and representative way, protecting the rights of all Syrians. In South Sudan, the human rights situation rema...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Rawsewage was discharged into the Fylde coastline for overa total of35 hours affecting popular tourist locations across Blackpool,Lythamand Fleetwood. * 'No bathing' advice issued across all eight designated bathing waters, with testing during the incident indicative of E. coli. United Utilities Water Limited has been hit with £964,225 in fines and costs at Preston Magistrates' Court today (8 September) a...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: His Majesty the King, on the advice of the Prime Minister, has appointed Andre Loranger as the new National Statistician. Andre will replace Emma Rourke who stepped down from the role in December 2025, having stepped in following the departure of Sir Ian Diamond in May 2025. Andre is currently the Chief Statistician of Canada, a role he has held for over two years. Andre has extensive experience in public secto...