LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New vans rolling out to six additional areas across England and Wales as part of major employment reforms. * Jobcentre on Wheels service puts expert support at heart of the local community - slashing barriers by coming directly to people while they do their weekly shop or see their local team play football. * Roll out is part of wider government plans to Get Britain Working and comes after successful pilot saw ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New campaignsupportsbusiness owners to protect themselves against cyber threats to safeguard jobs and growth * Cyber threats cost UK businesses £14.7 billionayear, withhalfofsmallfirmsexperiencing onein thelast12 months * More large firms aretaking action, but government wantsto helpbusinesses of every size to move further and faster by putting protections in place Business owners are being urged ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan and His Royal Highness Hussein bin Abdullah, Crown Prince of Jordan in Downing Street this afternoon [16 February]. The leaders discussed the latest developments in the region and their shared goals in support of regional stability, including in Gaza and the West Bank. It was vital, they agreed, to continue to push for further access for humanitarian ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney today [16 February]. The Prime Minister began by sharing his condolences following the horrific shooting in British Columbia last Tuesday. He stressed that such violence has no place in any society and said that the UK stands in solidarity with the people of Canada during this deeply painful time. The Prime Minister then shared reflections on ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On the second commemoration of Alexei Navalny's death in a Russian penal colony, we once again express our deepest condolences to his family. We underline that the Russian authorities remain solely responsible. The February 3rd judgement by the European Court of Human Rights furthermore underlined that Russia bears responsibility for the inhuman and degrading treatment of Navalny in detention and for the lack of ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * More money in people's pockets as 150,000 working-age adults who receive social care to keep at least £400 more each year * Biggest above-inflation uplift to the minimum incomeguarantee for working-age adults in over a decade * £723 million investment into home adaptations to help tens of thousands live independently Over 150,000 people will get at least £400 back in their pockets to help with t...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Rathlin Energy in Yorkshire. It follows a public consultation on the Agency's 'minded to' decision, which took place at the end of last summer. The decision is based on Rathlin Energy Ltd demonstrating that it has met and will continue to meet expected mandatory conditions as outlined in the permit. Rathlin Energy UK Ltd, which has operate...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Sri Lanka today signed a letter of intent to jointhis growing global initiative of 35 countries that are part ofthe Global Charter for Children's Care Reform, marking a significant step forward in protecting vulnerable children. The Honourable Saroja Paulraj, Minister for Women and Child Affairs, signed the letter during a visit to Colombo by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, who launched the Global Charter in ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A year-long programme supported by Sellafield Ltd is helping young people in Warrington at risk of anti-social behaviour to build confidence, develop new skills and make positive life choices. Through the partnership with Warrington Youth Zone, the 'Train Like a Pro' initiative has used sport, mentoring and structured activities to engage young people referred by Cheshire Police, Warrington Youth Justice Service...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government addressing challenges faced by creative businesses in accessing finance * British Business Bank is encouraging lending and investment to businesses across these sectors * Government update comes as industry gathers at The Big Creative UK Investment Summit in London Ambitious businesses within the creative industries that are seeking financial support to scale up will benefit from a major extension t...