LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the Veteran Card on their smartphone. * From registering with GPs to housing support and discounted entry to museums, the card will ensure veterans can access services quickly and easily online. * Part of the blueprint for modern digital government, as government makes public services simpler and more accessible so they work around people's lives as p...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The burial service, organised by the MOD's Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC), took place at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's (CWGC) PoelcapelleBritishCemeteryin Belgium. The coffin of the unknown British and unknown German soldier is lowered into the grave (Crown Copyright) The service was supported by serving soldiers fromThe Royal Regiment of Artillery and The King's Troop Royal Regiment ...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Railway and tramway passengers and workers have benefited from safer journeys and working environments following two decades of independent safety investigations by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB). Since becoming operational on 17th October 2005, RAIB has deployed investigators 777 times across Britain's railway network. The organisation's 427 published reports have generated 1,891 safety recommend...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ms Sonia Farrey has been appointed UK Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in Vienna, in succession to Ms Corinne Kitsell. Ms Farrey will take up her appointment during January 2026. Curriculum vitae Year Role 2022 to 2025 FCDO, Deputy Director, Gender and Children in Conflict Department 2020 to 2021 New Y...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Dex Hunter-Torricke, an accomplished communications professional with expertise in artificial intelligence, regulation, geopolitics, and the future of work, has been appointed to further strengthen the board's expertise. * Jane Hanson CBE tenure extended until 31 December 2025. * Non-Executive Directors oversee the Treasury's work and offer challenge and advice to the Department to support decision maki...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Nearly 2 million veterans can now get and benefit from a digital version of the Veteran Card, which will make it easier and quicker to access key services and discounts via their smartphones. From today, Friday 17 October, it will give veterans a seamless way to confirm their status in person and will include information already featured on their physical card - displaying their name, photo, latest service, and ...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: September saw increased levels of space activity with both uncontrolled re-entry and collision alerts higher than in August. However, overall risklevels were below the 12-month rolling average. All NSpOC warning and protection services were functioning throughout the period. Re-entry Analysis September saw a 15% increase in the number of objects re-entering Earth's atmosphere, monitored by NSpOC, when compared...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK Embassy in Turkmenistan, the British Council and the Turkmenistan Ministry of Education jointly organised specialist training from leading institutions that prepare future English teachers. The initiative brought together teacher educators from across Turkmenistan to explore modern English teacher qualities, curriculum standards, principles, share good practice and explore how to embed reflective practice...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has issued a further six drought permits to Yorkshire Water to allow the company to conserve more water in reservoirs to secure public drinking water supplies. The new permits cover the North Group of reservoirs which are on tributaries of River Nidd, River Ure and River Wharfe and will last for six months. Yorkshire Water's current licences require them to release a certain amount of wat...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: British High Commissioner to Solomon Islands and Nauru, His Excellency Paul Turner hosted the returning scholars on Thursday 16 October 2025 at his Tanuli Residence in Honiara. Welcoming the Chevening Alumni members home, High Commissioner Paul Turner said: We hope you will drive change locally and globally especially after your Chevening experiences and we hope you will also be able to inspire and help others ...