LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * More 2,000 extra GPs have now been hired across the country after government action to slash red tape * Independent survey shows progress on ending the 8am scramble, with patients finding it easier to contact GP practices * Plan for Change is shifting care out of hospital and into the community as government brings back the family doctor Millions more GP appointments are now being delivered across the country ...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has expanded its flood warning service across Cheadle, Stockport and the Platt Bridge area of Wigan to ensure more people than ever across Greater Manchester are warned about any imminent risk of flooding. The new flood warnings cover almost 800 homes and businesses and will see a warning message issued when flooding is forecast and then again to warn users if impacts are likely. Flood wa...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister welcomed the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, to Chequers today. The leaders celebrated the landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement, which was signed today and will see growth in every part of the country - delivering on the government's Plan for Change. The deal will see tariffs lowered so businesses can expand more easily in one of the fastest growing economies in the world. The Prime...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * over 17,000 public chargepoints added to the UK charging network since July 2024 * more than 82,000 public chargepoints now available in the UK, giving drivers peace of mind that they will be able to charge conveniently wherever their journey takes them * government investing £4.5 billion to make it easier and cheaper to own an EV, while backing British carmakers to create jobs and drive investment as part...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy today. The President began by thanking the Prime Minister for the UK's continued support for Ukraine, including the sanctions announced earlier this week targeting Russia's energy revenues, which play a vital part in stopping Putin's war machine. They agreed international partners must continue to ramp up the pressure on Russia. The Prime ...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Precious ravine woodlands across the Peak District are being brought back to life through the largest restoration project of its kind, with 84,000 native trees now planted to replace those lost to ash dieback disease. The 5 year LIFE in the Ravines project has successfully restored up to 25% of the region's most severely damaged woodlands. It creates resilient habitats that will protect this rare ecosystem for f...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The suffering and starvation unfolding in Gaza is unspeakable and indefensible. While the situation has been grave for some time, it has reached new depths and continues to worsen. We are witnessing a humanitarian catastrophe. I will hold an emergency call with E3 partners tomorrow, where we will discuss what we can do urgently to stop the killing and get people the food they desperately need while pulling toget...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The operator has applied to vary the permit to introduce an effluent treatment plant. Previously, Angus Fire manufactured and tested firefighting foam. This foam is known to have contained per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). These PFAS chemicals are transferred into rainwater when it falls on to key areas of the site. Angus Fire has been collecting this rainwater so it can be treated to reduce the PFAS...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Cumbrian River Restoration Partnership Programme - led by the Environment Agency and Natural England - has been named a finalist in the prestigious Thiess International Riverprize Awards. The winner of the award, which sees the Cumbria programme's work compete alongside finalists Chicago River, USA; Vjosa River, Albania and Klamath River, USA will be announced at a Gala event in Brisbane in September. The P...
LONDON, July 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ministers have today confirmed the appointment of Andy King as the new Chief Executive of Companies House, the UK's registrar of companies. Andy brings extensive experience in leadership roles in customer, business operations, regulatory and enforcement settings, including during his time at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and the Ministry of Defence. He will lead the organisation as it co...