LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dr David Lacey has been appointed as the new British Honorary Consul in Penang, succeeding Dato' Robert Hawkins MBE who has retired after serving in the role for 20 years. As the Honorary Consul, Lacey will help foster political, academic and commercial ties on behalf of the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur. He will be working closely with Penang state government leaders and the local business community. ...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The owner of a business near Braintree hiring out rubbish skips has been sentenced to a 6-month suspended prison term. Chelmsford magistrates' court heard about Roy Brett's "repeated failure" to accept Environment Agency warnings regarding overflowing skips and uncovered waste. Brett's company, RJ Brett Contracts Ltd, was fined £3,000 for similar offences. Chair of the bench Andrew McGregor said the site "...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency is urging the public to stop tampering with sluices, locks and other water control structures, after a rise in vandalism on its waterways this summer. The warning comes as drought is declared in Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Damage to water infrastructure is making it harder to manage already low water levels and is putting people at risk. Tampering lowers water levels, disrupts nav...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Are you a director ofa Community Interest Company (CIC)? Have you filed your CIC accounts online using ourPackageAccountsUploadService? Companies House wouldlove to hear about your experience. UserfeedbackdirectlyshapesCompanies House design and services around the needs of the people who use them, and your views are important in helping them make filing simpler and more effective forCompanies House users. Pl...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Alex Lloyd Hunter has been appointed as theAdvisor on Digital Communications Processes & Strategy. The Advisor will carry out a review which will set out a strategy for a No. 10 digital operation. Alex brings with him extensive experience working in digital communicationsand strategy. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Gautam Rangarajan has been appointed asanExpert Advisor on Structure and Process. Gautambrings significant experience in corporate strategy and transformation. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndication....
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has extended Pat Ritchie's tenure as Chair of Homes England for another six months to the end of April 2027. The extension ensures continuity of experienced leadership for the Homes England board. Homes England Chair, Pat RitchieCBE, said: This comes ata significant timefor Homes England as we continue to evolve to support thegovernment'spriorities and help realise the ambitio...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Charity Commission has appointed interim managers to the unregistered charity London Spiritual Mission, amidst its ongoing inquiry into both it and the connected charity Trust Property Held In Connection With The London Spiritual Mission. The regulator launched its statutory inquiry into Trust Property Held In Connection With The London Spiritual Mission on 7 December 2023. In February 2025, the Commission ...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: It feels like exam results day comes around quicker every year. However, for students waiting for that text or letter, I'm sureit'sfelt likea very longsummer. Whether you've achieved the grades you hoped for, are exploring your options through Clearing, or are considering a different path altogether, it's important to rememberthat there arelots of routes to success, and support is available whatever you decide t...
LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have a vacancy for an Application Manager Job Title Application Manager Grade HEO Salary & Pension £38,795 per annum with Pension Scheme Annual Leave entitlement Commencing at 25 days Role You will be part of the Application Management Team within the Regulatory Affairs Section. You will be responsible for the overall management and co-ordination of various application procedures that are subjec...