LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thousands of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will benefit from more support in the classroom, as governmentlaunches an innovative, new pilot to trial assistive technology in up to 4,000 schools. Backed by up to £1.7m, 'lending libraries' will be set up in up to 32 local authorities and will enable schools in the area to borrow and trial a range of devices to suit their pupil...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Through its Indo-Pacific Governance Fund and in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the UK is supporting academic collaboration between Mindanao State University (MSU) - Maguindanao and Indonesian universities to advance the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda across Southeast Asia. A Philippine delegation including representatives from MSU - Maguindanao, Office of the Presidenti...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The research was conducted through 21 interviews with schools, FE colleges and multi-academy trust leaders who have been embedding and using AI for at least 12 months. The findings add to existing knowledge about leadership, governance and practical applications of AI in schools and FE colleges. The key findings are: * AI champions are playing a crucial role in creating a buzz around AI and supporting staff. ...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Secretary of State has reappointed Sir David Calvert-Smith as a judicial member of the Parole Board. Sir David Calvert-Smith's reappointment is for a third term and will run from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027. The Parole Board is a non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by the MOJ. It works with is criminal justice partners to risk assess prisoners to decide whether they can be safely released into the commun...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As in previous years there are a total of 1,000 places available to Taiwanese youth for 2025. 800 places were allocated during the first ballot in February, the remaining 200 places will be made available in the second ballot in July. If your application is successful, you will be able to live, work and study in the UK for up to 2 years. How to apply for the ballot If you would like to apply for the scheme yo...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The United Kingdom has participated for the first time in the ASEAN Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crime (SOMTC) open consultation, marking a significant milestone in its growing partnership with Southeast Asia on regional security and law enforcement cooperation. The UK was represented by the Home Office Director of International Strategy, Engagement and Devolution. During this event, the UK and Viet...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton KCB ADC FREng to take over from Admiral Sir Tony Radakin KCB ADC as the next Chief of the Defence Staff, with effect from September 2025. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, said: Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton has led the Royal Air Force to deliver on operations across the world, while championing a culture of innovation and...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Marinos Ioannides, Head of Software and AI Medical Devices: If you're anything like me, Summer in Britain is a season of transformation and hope. Gone are the frozen, damp morning dog walks in darkness. Coats and jackets are locked away, half-empty half-forgotten tubes of sun cream emerge from deep cupboards, radiators are joyfully turned off. The same feeling suffuses the Software and AI team here at the MHRA....
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: More than 6,700 extra mental health workers have been recruited since July, latest data shows, as the government prepares to announce fundamental reforms to patient support in its 10 Year Health Plan. The latest recruitment milestone means the government is more than halfway towards its target of hiring an extra 8,500 mental health staff by the end of this Parliament, helping get people the care they need so the...
LONDON, June 26 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: South Devon College Industry: Portfolio management services Description: South Devon College tender for e-Portfolio and Learning Software for Apprenticeships. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16102. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16102 as the rea...