LONDON, Aug. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British High Commission Male' has today donated First Aid Training equipment to Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), enhancing the company's ability to provide lifesaving first aid in emergency situations. The donation is part of the UK government's broader Protective Security & Attack Response Program (PSARP) being delivered across the Maldives, which aims to improve emergency preparedness and response...
LONDON, Aug. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Forces families living in military housing will enjoy greater freedoms to make their house feel more like home. * The new Consumer Charter will cut the red tape and make it easier for families to own pets, decorate properties and run businesses from their homes.   * Reforms follow the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) commitment of more than £1.5 billion extra for forces family housing, delivering...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We welcome President Trump's work to stop the killing in Ukraine, end the Russian Federation's war of aggression, and achieve just and lasting peace and security for Ukraine. We are convinced that only an approach that combines active diplomacy, support to Ukraine and pressure on the Russian Federation to end their illegal war can succeed. We stand ready to support this work diplomatically as well as by upholdin...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to President Macron of France this afternoon. They discussed the latest developments in Ukraine, reiterating their unwavering support to President Zelenskyy and to securing a just and lasting peace for the Ukrainian people. They welcomed President Trump's efforts to stop the killing in Ukraine and end Russia's war of aggression, and discussed how to further work closely with President Tr...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Joint statement from the Commonwealth of Australia, Canada and The United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland: Five years ago, the Lukashenko regime launched a brutal crackdown on peaceful protestors following the fraudulent 2020 presidential election in Belarus. We - Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom - stand united in condemning the ongoing repression and human rights violations. Since August 20...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to President Zelenskyy of Ukraine this morning. They looked ahead to the meeting of National Security Advisers from Europe, Ukraine and the United States taking place today, hosted by the UK Foreign Secretary and US Vice President. They agreed this would be a vital forum to discuss progress towards securing a just and lasting peace. Both leaders welcomed President Trump's desire to brin...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Hundreds of arrests have been made across the UK following a week-long crackdown on riders working illegally for delivery firms.   Under Operation Equalize, the Home Office's Immigration Enforcement teams launched a nationwide intensification week of activity targeting illegal working hotspots, with a focus on the gig economy and migrants working as delivery riders.   Between 20 and 27 Ju...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK announces additional support for UN agency as current humanitarian funding reaches over 750,000 Palestinians * UK is the largest contributor to a UN Humanitarian Fund which is delivering vital support to 2.3 million peoplein desperate need * Announcement comes as UK urges Israel to reverse its plan to expand its military operations in Gaza UK aid funding announced today has the potential to reach thousands o...
LONDON, Aug. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * thirteen models from Nissan, Renault and Vauxhall now qualify for major discounts as part of the Electric Car Grant scheme * drivers to save £1,500 on these latest electric cars, in addition to 4 Citroen models announced earlier this week * £650 million scheme is backing industry and jobs, while making it cheaper to own an EV and putting money back in working people's pockets as part of the government'...
LONDON, Aug. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * 'Restriction zones' to lock offenders - not their victims - into specific areas * Breaches, when boundaries are crossed, could result in prison recall * Move part of Plan for Change to boost protection for victims and make our streets safer Under plans outlined today (Friday 8 August), offenders will be pinned down to certain areas with tough monitoring supported by proven technology - with the possibility of t...