LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Women taking popular medicines for weight loss and diabetes, sometimes referred to as "skinny jabs", are being reminded to use effective contraception while taking these medicines and, in some cases, for up to two months between stopping the medicine and trying to get pregnant. These medicines must not be taken during pregnancy, while trying to get pregnant, or during breastfeeding. Anyone who gets pregnant while...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We are pleased to publish the findings of a review that we commissioned into the transparency of the Parole Board. The review was chaired by two experienced judicial members of the Parole Board, HH Peter Rook KC and HH Michael Topolski KC. The review covered a large scope but focused on three main areas: * Parole Board public hearings * Victims observing private hearings * Decision summaries Over 50 stakeholder...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Jobs and careers service Pathfinder will test bold ideas including a new Coaching Academy and more personalised jobcentre appointments * Further Pathfinders to be rolled out across the country this year to break down barriers to opportunity and put more money in people's pockets as part of the Government's Plan for Change. Jobseekers across the country are set to benefit from a groundbreaking new approach to th...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * The Pension Schemes Bill will tackle schemes delivering poor returns for savers, combine smaller pension pots, and create bigger and better pension funds. * These measures will drive costs down and returns up on workers' retirement savings -putting more money in people's pocketsas part of the Plan for Change. Millions of people planning their retirement will find it easier to manage and get more from their pens...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A delegation of councillors and staff from Bassetlaw District Council recently visited the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) at Culham Campus, gaining first-hand insight into the cutting-edge fusion energy research that underpins the future of clean energy in the UK. The visit included tours of the world-renownedJoint European Torus (JET)andMAST (Mega Amp Spherical Tokamak) Upgradefacilities - two of the UK's mo...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We wish to advise you that Norbrook Laboratories Limited are initiating a Class III recall to wholesaler level as a precautionary measure. This recall is for the below mentioned products and batches only: Product Batch No Expiry Date Alamycin LA Solution for Injection for Cattle, Sheep and Pigs 100ml (Vm 02000/ 4117) 4491-600C Dec 2026 Pen & Strep Suspension for Injection 100ml (Vm 02000/ 4100) 5033-51A Jan 20...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Arable farmers will benefit from a new government review tackling unfair practices in the combinable crops supply chain, helping to protect their business and income from unfair practices. Announced today as part of our New Deal for Farmers, the review is a major step towards ensuring producers have clear, fair, and enforceable contracts - covering pricing, supply volumes, data, and dispute resolution. It will ba...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Bolstered OfI redoubles UK efforts to secure investmentto drive economic growth as part of Government's Plan for Change. * Since taking Office, Government has welcomed around £100bn in investment into the UK, with employment rising by almost 500,000 jobs. * New office ensures investment pitch aligns withUK's modern IndustrialStrategy, targeting investorsin high-growth and foundational sectors. * Minister fo...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have a vacancy for an Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Co-ordinator. Job Title Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance Co-ordinator Grade HSO Salary & Pension £37,480 per annum with Pension Scheme Annual Leave entitlement Commencing at 25 days Role This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team to cover a period of maternity leave. You will work with another HSO AMR co-ordinator to support ...
LONDON, June 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Julian Blazeby has been appointed as the non-executive Chair of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) Board under the new Executive Agency Framework introduced in 2024-25. His appointment is for three years. Mr Blazeby will also serve as a non-executive member of the CICA Audit and Risk Assurance Committee. Mr Blazeby is on the board of the Disclosure and Barring Service. He is Chair of its People C...