UNIVERSAL PERIODIC REVIEW 50: UK STATEMENT ON MONGOLIA

LONDON, Nov. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr Vice-President. The United Kingdom commends Mongolia's commitment to democratic principles and the protection of human rights. We are proud of our partnership with Mongolia, grounded in shared democratic values, open societies, a deepening economic relationship and commitment to upholding international law. We welcome anti-discrimination legislation protecting LGBT+ individuals and encourage Mongol...


UK MIDDLE EAST MINISTER FALCONER UPHOLDS UK SUPPORT TO LEBANON

LONDON, Nov. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Hamish Falconer, MP, UK Minister for the Middle East, has ended a two-day visit to Lebanon (3-4 Nov). On his first official visit to the country, he met with Lebanese leaders, inaugurated a new base for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) in south Lebanon constructed through UK funding, and saw how UK aid funded programmes are helping those impacted by the recent conflict. He was accompanied by British Ambassador Hami...


'CHILD PROSTITUTION' CONVICTIONS TO BE EXPUNGED

LONDON, Nov. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Victims of child exploitation and abuse will finally get long-overdue justice, as the government today (4 November) tabled amendments to the Crime and Policing Bill to disregard and pardon 'child prostitution' convictions. The new amendments acknowledge the appalling injustice faced by victims of child sexual exploitation, who instead of being supported as victims, were criminalised for actions that occurred unde...


TRADE BARRIER BUSTERS DELIVER NEARLY £100M BOOST FOR BRITISH FOOD AND DRINK

LONDON, Nov. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: British food producers can now benefit from export opportunities estimated by industry to be worth nearly £100 million, following intensive work by its network of agri-food attaches this year. Since January, the 16 attaches have unlocked these opportunities by removing 41 trade barriers and opening new global markets for British producers. This includes securing access to Vietnam's thriving live seafood mark...


UK Tender Notice: Aspen Gardens Roof Covering Replacement and Associated Works

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Storm Tempest Ltd Industry: Roof and Roof works and other special trade construction works Description: North Star Housing Group (NSHG) wishes to procure the services of a competent contractor to undertake works that include the full replacement of the existing roof covering and associated internal repairs at Aspen Gardens, Stockton-on-Tees TS19 8GB. Closing date: 2025-...


UK Tender Notice: Installation of Transformer Works at St James' Wing, St George's Hospital

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Industry: Electrical engineering installation works and Hospital facilities construction work Description: Installation of Transformer Works at St James' Wing, St George's Hospital, Tooting Atamis Tender Portal competition C398873 Atamis Portal Link https://atamis-1928.my.site.com/s/Welcome The tender submission deadl...


UK Tender Notice: Business Engagement Consultancy for Faculty of Health and Life Sciences- Expressions of Interest

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: University of Bristol Industry: Miscellaneous business-related services Description: Expression of interest stage for future competition for provision of business consultancy services. The University is looking for a consultant (individual or company) that will will work with the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences and the Division of Research, Enterprise and Innovation ...


UK Tender Notice: Provision of Online Sexual Health Testing

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust Industry: Pathology services and Health services and Community health services Description: Provision of Online Sexual Health testing provided to Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. Further information can be found in the attached tender documentation. Closing date: 2025-11-19T12:00:00Z Contract duration: 2025-11-...


UK Tender Notice: CA16691 - R5996 Upgrade Lifts TW

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust Industry: Lift installation work and Lift and escalator installation work and Lift-maintenance services Description: Replacement of existing 'scissors' lift in fully compliant unit at the MRI department of the Epsom General Hospital. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view...


UK Tender Notice: GB-London: National Cultural Framework Proposition

LONDON, Nov. 3 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Local Government Association Industry: Research and development services and related consultancy services Description: The LGA is leading on this procurement as part of their commitment to the National Alliance for Cultural Services, with additional funding contributed by the Chief Culture and Leisure Officers Association (CLOA). We are looking for a supplier to work wit...