LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * government confirms up to£850,000 in payments to Oxfordshire businesses impacted by Network Rail disruption * some small, local businesses most impacted by delayed works may be eligibleto receiveone-off, goodwill payments to acknowledge disruption caused * Rail Minister, Lord Hendy,visits site to see progress on the Botley Road works - on track to be fully completed next summer Some small businesses in Ox...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The charity works to advance the Christian faith through ministry and events, predominantly in London. The Commission opened a regulatory compliance case into The Outreach Ministry in November 2024 after concerns were raised about its financial controls and use of charity funds. On inspection of the charity's bank account, the Commission noted several payments referencing the trustees and potentially related pa...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The LAA will be increasing the length of the SQM accreditation period from 3 years to 5 years. This will mean SQM holders will not have to be audited as often to maintain their accreditation. The change will reduce the level of administration on these providers while maintaining quality. When will this change take place? Wednesday 1 October 2025. Will the change apply to my SQM? Legal services providers need ...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Business and trade union groups working with governments to grow Scotland's economy faster * Murray urges new collaboration for Scotland's defence industry For the first time in more than two years, the Scottish Business Growth Group was convened in Edinburgh today, bringing the UK and Scottish governments together with business leaders to discuss how they can deliver economic growth. The forum, jointly chair...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today launched a consultation on releasing Google from commitments after the tech firm announced in April it was abandoning plans to prompt users to decide if they want to block third party cookies from Chrome - the popular browser used by millions of users. The CMA commitments were put in place to ensure that Google's Privacy Sandbox was developed in a way that be...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The government has recently published a range of pensions announcements which have been supported by advice and analysis from the Government Actuary's Department (GAD). This includes the response to the consultation on options for Defined Benefit (DB) schemes and the subsequent publication of the Pension Schemes Bill. Options for Defined Benefit schemes On 29 May 2025 the government published its response to th...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Forensic accountancy leader recognised in King's Birthday Honours for playing key role delivering justice for thousands of victims * Achievements include pioneering new approaches on crypto as well as setting the benchmark for Deferred Prosecution Agreement industry standards * These achievements are recognised alongside Nick's contribution to breaking barriers as a blind professional Since joining the...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Major support package will help ensure the poorest children don't go hungry in the school holidays and give vital support to communities. * Latest pledge builds on existing commitments to help children including breakfast clubs and extension to free school meals entitlement. * Funding announced in Spending Review and forms package to build financial security for communities as part of Government's Plan for Chan...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and the German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, this morning following the developments in the Middle East overnight. The leaders discussed the long-held grave concerns about Iran's nuclear programme, and called on all sides to refrain from further escalation that could further destabilise the region. The leaders reaffirmed Israel's right to self-...
LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A team of four investigators from the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has arrived in India. They have expertise in aircraft operations, engineering and recorded data. Their role is to provide additional support and expertise to the safety investigation being led by India's Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau. The UK AAIB has 'Expert' status in the Indian safety investigation. In accordance with i...