LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * £1 million of Government funding to be awarded to emerging talent in fashion design per year for the next 3 years * The BFC NEWGEN funding scheme has been run by the British Fashion Council since 1993, with support from Government since 2023, now extended until 2029 * Creative Industries Minister attended 26/27 funding recipient Francesca Lake's showcase to mark the funding announcement Rising stars in B...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have a vacancy open in our Pharmacovigilance team as a senior assessor and reporting lead. Job Title Pharmacovigilance Senior Assessor and Reporting Lead Grade G7 Salary & Pension £64,015per annum with Pension Scheme * to note this reflects the recent pay increase Annual Leave entitlement Commencing at 25 days Role This exciting and interesting job puts you at the heart of post-authorisation su...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Access to cash and face-to-face banking protected in Chepstow as new banking hub opens. * The 250th banking hub in the UK will be opened by Treasury Minister Lucy Rigby, keeping a vital service on people's doorsteps and supporting the growth of local businesses. * Part of wider work to improve access to banking services across the UK and follows the manifesto commitment to deliver at least 350 banking hubs thi...
LONDON, Sept. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: At the outset, I pay tribute to the blue helmets who work every day to protect international peace and security. We also honour those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in that service. The safety and security of peacekeepers is essential, and we welcome the unanimous adoption of Security Council resolution 2823 earlier this year to strengthen accountability for attacks against personnel serving in...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dear Mister President Asfura, On the occasion of the Anniversary of your Independence, my wife and I extend to Your Excellency and to the people of Honduras our heartfelt congratulations and warmest good wishes. This day serves as a valued opportunity to reflect upon the enduring friendship between our nations. I am deeply encouraged by the strength of our bilateral ties and remain committed to fostering even ...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Chiltern Railways will move into public ownership this Sunday with plans for a more reliable service across the network * people will benefit from 25 more daily services from December alongside cleaner stations, upgraded trains and better on-board wifi * latest operator's services to move into public ownership under this government - following Govia Thameslink Railway services transferring in May - as we deliv...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A Birmingham waste company must pay a total of nearly £24,000 following a successful prosecution by the Environment Agency. Greener Lifestyle Limited were also ordered to comply with a Remediation Order to remove all waste within 6 months from the site in Trent Street, Birmingham. At Birmingham Magistrates' Court on 14 September 2026, the company pleaded guilty to 3 charges for failing to comply with envi...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * His Honour Judge John Potter has been appointed chair of the public inquiry into serious failings in mental health care at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV). * The public inquiry, which will give survivors and families the opportunity to be heard and drive urgent improvements, will formally start on 21 September. His Honour Judge Roderick John Conwy Potter has been appointed to chair the ...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The consultation seeks views from operators, local authorities, passenger groups and other stakeholders on whether current standards remain fit for purpose and how they should evolve to reflect changes in the industry, legislation and technology. Statutory Document No. 14, which sets out how traffic commissioners approach regulatory action where services fail to meet expected standards, has not undergone a sign...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Parents and carers across England, Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man are being encouraged to take an additional safeguarding step when hiring self-employed workers and personal employees, as the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) launches its new Every Check Helps public awareness campaign. The campaign aims to help parents and carers understand what information may be available when employing so...