LONDON, Aug. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Everyone sleeping rough is to be offered a route offthe streets this winter if they need it, the first major milestone in the Prime Minister's commitment to endroughsleeping * Under a boosted £442million package, areas with the greatest need will receive the largest share of support, to get people out of the cold this winter and give people facinglong-term homelessness a settled home and the support to kee...
LONDON, Aug. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The SIXEP Continuity Plant (SCP) has reached an important milestone. Teams have completed a series of major crane lifts on the Sellafield site. The new plant, being built through the Programme and Project Partners (PPP), is now three-quarters complete. It's on track to begin operations in 2029. The main buildings are finished and protected from the weather. Work is now focused on fitting out the inside of the p...
LONDON, Aug. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: New AI software will slashwaiting timesfor reporting crimes to the police,helping to unclog the 101 service amid huge levels of misdirected, nuisance and prank calls. Thepolice's non-emergencylinereceives 20 million calls each year. Around 20% - fourmillion - of these are for non-policing organisations such as local councils, NHS 111 or the105 poweroutage helpline. However,thelinealsoreceivesridiculousreportson...
LONDON, Aug. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: Madam President, three points on the political process, the importance of stability, and human rights. First,the United Kingdom reaffirms our support for SRSG Tetteh and for all efforts aimed at advancing an inclusive, credible, and Libyan-led political process. Almost a year ago, this Council welcomed SRSG Tetteh's briefing setting out a roadmap towards elections in Libya, and opening a window for ma...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thousands of new homes will be built around England's train, tram and underground stations under new planning rules introduced today (Monday 17 August), helping familiesto live closer to work,schoolsand transport. The common-sense changes will fast-trackqualityhomes in well-connected areas, making better use of underdeveloped land around stations while creating jobs,unlocking investment,drivinggrowthand connecti...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: 1. Introduction The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) invites eligible organisations to submit proposals under the Albania Reintegration Partnership (ARP). The programme seeks to support the sustainable reintegration of Albanian nationals returning from the United Kingdom by strengthening reintegration pathways, improving access to opportunities and support, and building the capability of Alba...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Bona Vacantia Division has today published revised Refer Bona Vacantia Land or Buildings (BVC2) and Apply to buy a Freehold Reversion (BVC4) guidelines. This is to incorporate increases in the indicative charges relating to the District Valuer fees where there is a requirement for a valuation to be obtained in relation to the Land/Buildings or Freehold/Leasehold Reversion. Disclaimer: Curated by HT Syndicat...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Parents of 16 to 19-year-olds starting further education or approved training courses must extend their Child Benefit claim by 31 August or payments will stop automatically. * GCSE results day on 20 August is a key moment for teenagers to decide their next steps. * Parents can extend their claim in minutes using the HMRC app or GOV.UK. Parents of 16 to 19-year-olds have just 2 weeks left to tell HM Revenue and...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: More than 60,000 drivers have already used DVLA's enhanced online medical service,benefitingfrom a quicker, easier alternative to paper applications. Drivers can now visitGOV.UKto check how around 1,600 medical conditions may affect their driving and, whererequired, notify DVLA online. DVLA is currently seeing exceptionally high demand for applications from customers with medical conditions.For many customers, u...
LONDON, Aug. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Singular Machines, a UK engineering automation company, has completed a strategic investment round led by the UK Innovation and Science Seed Fund (managed by Future Planet Capital), Oxford Science Enterprises, and joined by global engineering firm Arup and Japan's Miraisozo Investments - alongside a fresh contract with Arup to use its coEngen platform. Fusion energy requires the efficient execution of complex, h...