LONDON, Oct. 19 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A record number of 16 illegal migrants have been returned to Francethis week in the largest group flight yet, bringing the total number of returns to 42. The Home Secretary has pledged to "scale up removals to France" in a stark warning to those attempting to enter the country illegally.   The previous government's Rwanda policy consumed years of effort and hundreds of millions in public funds yet r...
LONDON, Oct. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Rural pubs to receive funding to help broaden their services * As part of the Plan for Change, projects include community cafes, village stores and play areas * For every £1 invested in these projects, over £8 social value is generated, new data shows In a boost for our great British boozers, rural pubs across the UK will benefit from new government funding to help them provide extra services for loc...
LONDON, Oct. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Protections for people lacking mental capacity to be strengthened through major changes planned by the government to improve safeguarding * Changes expected to address deep-rooted issues within the systemby reducing the need for intrusive processes, providing better support for families, carers and health professionals * Comes as Supreme Court reviews what counts as a deprivation of liberty in a case put forwar...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Homeowners are encouraged to whack on their wellies and get their hands dirty to improve the flood resilience of their gardens as part of the Environment Agency's Flood Action Week (13-19 October). After several named storms last winter, communities have been warned not to become complacent about the risk of flooding and to start preparing their homes for wet weather, especially by signing up for flood alerts vi...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Nearly 500 employers fined over £10 million for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage. * £6 million put back into the pockets of working people as Government delivers the biggest overhaul of workers' rights in a generation, as part of its Plan for Change. * Enforcement of workers' rights is set to be beefed up through new Fair Work Agency which will shield workers from employers who flout the law. ...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the Veteran Card on their smartphone. * From registering with GPs to housing support and discounted entry to museums, the card will ensure veterans can access services quickly and easily online. * Part of the blueprint for modern digital government, as government makes public services simpler and more accessible so they work around people's lives as p...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The burial service, organised by the MOD's Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC), took place at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's (CWGC) PoelcapelleBritishCemeteryin Belgium. The coffin of the unknown British and unknown German soldier is lowered into the grave (Crown Copyright) The service was supported by serving soldiers fromThe Royal Regiment of Artillery and The King's Troop Royal Regiment ...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Railway and tramway passengers and workers have benefited from safer journeys and working environments following two decades of independent safety investigations by the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB). Since becoming operational on 17th October 2005, RAIB has deployed investigators 777 times across Britain's railway network. The organisation's 427 published reports have generated 1,891 safety recommend...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ms Sonia Farrey has been appointed UK Permanent Representative to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO) in Vienna, in succession to Ms Corinne Kitsell. Ms Farrey will take up her appointment during January 2026. Curriculum vitae Year Role 2022 to 2025 FCDO, Deputy Director, Gender and Children in Conflict Department 2020 to 2021 New Y...
LONDON, Oct. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Dex Hunter-Torricke, an accomplished communications professional with expertise in artificial intelligence, regulation, geopolitics, and the future of work, has been appointed to further strengthen the board's expertise. * Jane Hanson CBE tenure extended until 31 December 2025. * Non-Executive Directors oversee the Treasury's work and offer challenge and advice to the Department to support decision maki...