LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The event was designed for those who manage the investigation of civil claims for compensation resulting from health and safety incidents. It aimed to give a realistic insight into how a civil trial is conducted. In addition to colleagues from the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC), representatives from West Midlands Police, Staffordshire Constabulary and the Metropolitan Police Service took part. The CNC's solic...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, in Paris this morning, ahead of talks with partners on the Strait of Hormuz. The leaders began by reflecting on the situation in the Middle East and agreed on the need for a lasting peace to ensure a return to global stability and security in the region. Turning to the bilateral relationship, bothleaders discussedhow the UK and France were enteri...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dame Helen Ghoshhas been named as the preferred candidate to succeed Dame Glenys Stacey as Chair of the Office for Environmental Protection,. Dame Helen has been selectedby the Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds and by Andrew Muir, Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)following a rigorous process conducted in accordance with the Governance Code on Public Appointments. Emma Reynolds h...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New private sector tools strongly supported by the UK government will help resolve sovereign debt crises faster, cutting economic damage in developing countries * Proposals build on Chancellor Rachel Reeves' securonomics by strengthening global economic stability and protecting British business * Ongoing work will continue to provide practical tools for negotiating debt crises while cementing London as a world...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Connect Fund extended for an additional two years, with £1.5 million new funding to be awarded in 2027-2029. * It comes as 22 applicants are awarded funding from the second round for 2026/27. * Minister visits group supporting art access for older people and those with dementia. Northern Ireland community and voluntary organisations will be able to bid for an additional £1.5 million in grant funding...