LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: In December 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) stated that Vandemoortele's proposal to sell 2 production facilities in France, in Avignon and Bethune to a purchaser to be approved by the CMA, might be capable of resolving its competition concerns. However, the period to resolve those concerns has now expired, and Vandemoortele has not formally submitted a proposed buyer for approval by the CMA. Th...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Sweet Cornish crab, hand‑dived British scallops and delicate Dover sole could soon reach more plates worldwide, with a new £1.5 million boost to the government's Seafood Exports Package. Minister for Fisheries Dame Angela Eagle announced the new funding at the Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, the world's largest seafood trade event, where she will visit UK exhibitors to hear directly about their pri...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The SFO is investigating allegations of fraud by three UK companies in relation to Energy Company Obligation 4 (ECO4), a UK government energy efficiency scheme designed to tackle fuel poverty and help reduce carbon emissions. At the heart of the investigation are allegations that Warmfront, JJ Crump and South Coast Insulation Services were involved in a sophisticated conspiracy across the country to undermine a...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: After a normal take-off and initial climb, the aircraft's engine began to run roughly. The pilot attempted to return to Tatenhill Airfield but the aircraft struggled to reach the runway threshold. The aircraft made a hard landing on the threshold of Runway 03. The aircraft was damaged beyond economic repair. The investigation has focused on the aircraft's fuel system and is close to completion. The final report...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ofqual's Chief Regulator Sir Ian Bauckham has issued his first formal'rebuke'after the new enforcementoptionwas introduced last year. The Chief Regulator's Rebuke has beenhandedto exam board WJECCBAC Ltd(WJEC), for serious failuresconcerning4of itsEduqasGCSE, AS and A level qualificationsbetween 2019 and 2025. Therebukewas introduced as a newenforcement toolwhenOfqualupdated its 'Supporting compliance and taki...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UKand Franceconvenemilitaryplanners to advance multinational mission to re-open the Strait of Hormuz. * Over30nationsexpectedtoattendtheconference at UK's Permanent Joint Headquartersin North London. * Military planners will turn diplomatic consensus intoa detailed military plan for the Strait when hostilities end. Militaryplannersfrom over 30 nationswilltoday(Wednesday 22April)advancedetailed plannin...
LONDON, April 22 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Energy regulator Ofgem reformed to introduce stronger protections for consumers * Households supported with faster redress if they are let down by their supplier * Energy executives incentivised to act in consumers' best interests Billpayers are set tobenefitfrom a stronger energy regulator, under reforms of its remit set out by the government today (22 April). The transformation will empower the regulator t...
LONDON, April 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Redress scheme forgroupofpostmasters whowonHorizon court battle in 2019to close inDecember. * Follows commitment by ministers to resolve all group cases in 2026. * Announcement comes alongside closure of scheme for financial losses not caused by faulty Horizon software. The Governmenthastodayconfirmedthat the Group Litigation Order (GLO) Compensation Scheme will close to new applications on 31 July 20...
LONDON, April 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Are you passionate about aircraft accident investigation? Are you looking for a high-profile role at the leading edge of aviation safety where your efforts are rewarded by making a real difference in the safety of future flight for the general public? Do you have a background in modern avionics or flight test, a broad understanding of aircraft operations, coupled with strong software skills? If so, this is a ...
LONDON, April 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: From Wednesday 22 Aprilnew EU ruleshavecome into effectcoveringhow GB residents can travel to the EU with their pets.People can still travel to the EU with their pets, but they arestronglyencouraged to check the latest guidance. Thechanges, announcedby the EU,apply to thenon-commercialmovement ofpetdogs, cats and ferrets entering the EU from Great Britain. There are no major changes to pet travel requireme...