LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: In October, the UKHO hosted the UK's first cross-government geodesy, positioning, navigation and timing working group. Representatives from 19 government bodies came together to share insight on the risks, opportunities and interdependencies linked to PNT systems, including Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). The group will continue to support collaboration and exchange knowledge as further resilience act...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Through his 3-year tenure, Paul has led the Inspectorate through a period of change - introducing a new structure to embed a service culture, growing the organisation to meet the demands of the planning system and accelerating performance to decide planning appeals faster whilst maintaining quality. To continue this progress, Graham Stallwood has been appointed as Interim Chief Executive ahead of open recruitmen...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This year's Concept Development plus Wargaming Initiative for NATO Conference (CD & WIN 2025) helped to share fresh insights from concept development and wargaming, strengthen collaborative networks across NATO, and bring partners together to explore common challenges, exchange best practice, and advance collective understanding. The NATO Conference, held in Verona, Italy helped to share fresh insights from conc...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Mayors to get new power to invest in their areas and drive growth through a charge on overnight stays. * This will put local leaders on equal footing with top tourist destinations around the world. * It's the latest step forward in putting power in the hands of those who know their communities best. England's mayors will be able to invest in transport, infrastructure, and the visitor economy through a...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * scheme chosen to drive a swift and robust policy review to shape plans for Heathrow expansion in line with the UK'slegal, environmental and climateobligations * review will allow a planning decision by 2029 and London airspace to be redrawn to enable quicker, quieter, and greener flights to take off from a new runway by 2035 * new runway will be a boost for connectivity, supporting national economic growth, imp...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A winding-up orderhas been madeagainstUnimetalsRecycling (UK) Ltdon 25 November 2025. The Official Receiver will wind-down thecompany in accordance with her statutory duties. The Official Receiver will also inquire into the cause of thecompany'sfailure and conduct of the current and former directors. Information for employees   If you are currently in possession ...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A man has been arrested today (Tuesday 25 November) as part of an investigation into the large-scale, illegal tipping of waste at a site in Kidlington, Oxfordshire. Cooperation between Environment Agency enforcement officers from the Major Investigation team and the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit helped to secure the arrest and custody of the suspect. The 39-year-old male is from the Guildford area. F...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Lord Chancellor, in his capacity as Secretary of State for Justice, has approved the appointments of Dr Maike Bohn and Lynne Charles as non-executive members of the Independent Monitoring Authority (IMA) for 3 years from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028. Dr Maike Bohn Dr Maike Bohn brings significant experience in strategic leadership, international engagement and public policy. As Managing Director of Ox...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Soft drinks levy will be extended to cover more products, including sugary milk-based drinks. * Changes could cut 17 million calories a day from the nation's daily intake, helping to prevent cancer, heart disease and stroke, and take pressure off the NHS * Companies have until January 2028 to remove sugar or face the new charge, which will add £1 billion in health and economic benefits Children will have ...
LONDON, Nov. 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Carers forced to repay debts because of unclear guidance - in place between 2015 and summer 2025 - are set to have their cases reviewed. * DWP will reassess all related overpayment cases and reduce debts or refund money to those affected. * It comes in wake of independent Sayce review, as Government commits to fixing inherited system failures as part of Plan for Change. Unpaid carers will have their Carer's Al...