LONDON, Aug. 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ms Mel Barlow has been appointed British High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam. Ms Barlow will take up her appointment during September 2026. Curriculum vitae Full name: Melanie Barlow 2023 topresent Vientiane, His Majesty's Ambassador 2022 to 2023 Kathmandu, Deputy Ambassador and Consul General 2019 to 2022 FCDO, Deputy Head, Consular Strategy and Network Department 2018 to 2019 FCO, Lead Trade Negotiator,...
LONDON, Aug. 2 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * NationalGridlaunches a new £5 million fund to help 5,000 young people who are not in education, employment or training get into work * Follows the Prime Minister's reforms to ensure every young person has a clear route into skilled work and give technical education the respect it deserves * Fund will provide practical training, qualifications, mentoring, and skills support, including routes into careers in ...
LONDON, Aug. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to His Majesty the King of Jordan, Abdullah II, this morning. The Prime Minister began by setting out how much the UK valued its friendship with Jordan. From defence and security to the growing economic ties, it was a unique and vital relationship for both countries, the Prime Minister added. Turning to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Prime Minister said he was focused on d...
LONDON, Aug. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Natural England's underwater surveys of maerl beds off the south coast of Cornwall have uncovered aremarkable array of rare and scientifically important seaweeds,including species never before recorded in the UK. Among the findings are species last seen centuries ago and a tiny red seaweed now confirmed as completely new to science. Thenewly identified Ceramium(pincer weed) foundis only a few millimetres across,...
LONDON, Aug. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * starting today under 16s can travel on local buses for free this August to help tackle the cost-of-living * today's announcement builds on the £2 bus fare cap which will save millions of people up to a third on the most popular form of transport * further measures such as cuts to VAT for children's meals will help families get out and about this summer Families wanting to visit museums, beaches and nationa...
LONDON, July 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: 'Revive' (Just Restoration and Equitable Value Chains for Inclusive, Viable Mangrove Ecosystems),will look beyond tree planting to understand how restored landscapes can support communities as well as ecosystems. Supported by the UK Government, it will explore how restored mangroves can protect ecosystems while creating fairer opportunities for the coastal communities who depend on them. Announced in conjunction...
LONDON, July 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * People receivingmeans-tested benefitsmust benamed on their energy billby 23 Augustto receivethe£150 Warm HomeDiscount * Aroundsixmillion households will get therebatethis winter, including around250,000automaticallyfor the first timeinScotland * Reminder followsimmediate action to remove VAT from electricity bills from 1 October, giving people breathing space on the cost-of-living Millions are set...
LONDON, July 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Maura Sullivan has been appointed as Interim Chair of Gov Facility Services Limited (GFSL) for a period of up to 6 months from 1 August 2026, ending no later than 31 January 2027. GFSL is a non-statutory, not-for-profit, limited company. Its role is to provide facilities management services to prisons in the south of England. The appointment of GFSL directors, including the Chair, is governed by the GFSL Articl...
LONDON, July 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has successfully prosecuted 2 Lincolnshire farmers who broke waste regulations by starting a waste fire and constructing an area of hardstanding. Fines and costs totalling nearly £7,000 were imposed on 2 cousins from North Owersby near Market Rasen, who admitted the offences at Lincoln Magistrates' Court on Monday 27 July 2026. Ian Wilmot, 61, of Hall Farm, was ordered to pay a total...
LONDON, July 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The King has approved the nomination of The Right ReverendDr.Toby Matthew Howarth, Suffragan Bishop ofBradfordin the Diocese ofLeeds,for election as Bishop ofLeeds, in succession to The Right ReverendNicholas Bainesfollowing his retirement. Background Toby was educated at Yale University, Birmingham University and the Free University of Amsterdam, and trained for the ministry at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford. He served...