U.K., Oct. 8 -- UK Parliament issued the following news: Ministers must demonstrate the plan to expand capacity in the magistrates’ court is deliverable and meets demand, the Justice Committee has warned, as it publishes the Government response to its legislative scrutiny report on the flagship court reforms. Read the Government response Further clarity is needed in relation to legal aid to address concerns that more Defendants face representing themselves. Ministers are also being asked to l...
U.K., Oct. 7 -- UK Parliament issued the following news: The Science and Technology Committee today launches an inquiry examining how digital technologies can be used to facilitate harms such as stalking, harassment, coercive control and non-consensual intimate image abuse. Inquiry: Technology-facilitated abuse Domestic abuse is, as we know, far too prevalent in the real world but it is also expanding into digital spaces and creating new ways that abuse can occur, with smart devices like Ring...
U.K., Oct. 6 -- UK Parliament issued the following news: The first apprentices to join the Speaker’s Apprenticeship Academy have successfully completed their two-year programme, marking an important milestone for the initiative. Established by the Speaker of the House of Commons, the Academy was created to widen access to careers in the House of Commons by providing early-career apprentices with structured training, mentoring and hands-on experience across Parliament. Every apprentice complete...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK and Germany commit to deeper cooperation on tackling cyber-attacks, sabotage and other hybrid threats. * Prime Minister Andy Burnham travels to Berlin today agreeing cooperation with Germany on regional growth, innovationand security. Prime Minister Andy Burnham will travel to Berlin today for talks with Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as the UK and Germany work together on technologies and industries that will d...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Google Maps to reflect near real-time prices at the pump for first time in the UK * Households with a car can save an average of £40 a year * Fuel Finder now covers 99% of all fuel sold on UK roads - driving competition up and costs at the pump down Drivers are set to save at the pump as near real-time petrol and diesel prices are included on Google Maps for the first time today (Thursday 8 October). Che...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * A new survey reveals 82% of parents want their family to be more active together, but 6 in 10 (61%) don't think they're 'good enough' at sport * EastEnders actress and mum Charlie Brooks has joined the nation's fitness coach and dad Joe Wicks to launch the 'New Moves Club' encouraging families across the country to try a new activity together in a bid to get more families active * 'New Mo...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Homes England has selected Digbeth Loc Studios Ltd as its preferred development partner (subject to contract and standstill period) to deliver a major new creative and mixed-use neighbourhood at Fazeley Street in the heart of Digbeth, Birmingham. The proposed development represents a significant step forward in the continued regeneration of Digbeth, helping to strengthen Birmingham's growing reputation as a natio...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) has been shortlisted for the Occupational Health category in the Oscar Kilo Awards 2026. Over 90 submissions were made to the Oscar Kilo Awards, which are designed to recognise the outstanding work across policing to improve the welfare and wellbeing of staff and officers. The Occupational Health category rewards commitment, innovation and excellence in the delivery of health ...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Mr President. The United Kingdom thanks the delegation of Uganda on behalf of the NAM (Non Aligned Movement) for their engagement on this resolution. The UK remains firmly committed to sustainable development, poverty reduction and the promotion and protection of all human rights. We recognise that sustainable development plays an important role in enabling individuals to enjoy their human rights and fulfil their...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr President. The United Kingdom remains firmly committed to the promotion and protection of the human rights of all individuals, including peasants and other people working in rural areas. We recognise the important contribution that rural communities make to food security, sustainable development and poverty reduction, and we support efforts to address the particular challenges they may face. The Un...