LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: An FCDO spokesperson said: Russia's latest brutal bombardment of civilians in Ukraine comes after its violation of NATO airspace last week, hitting a residential building in Romania. Injuring innocent civilians on NATO territory is unacceptable and a stark reminder of the threat that Ukrainian civilians are having to endure on a daily basis. Summoning the Russian Ambassador, a senior FCDO official strongly conde...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today (3June 2026) authorisedthe medicineresmetirom(Rezdiffra) to treatadult patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). MASH is a liver disease where fat builds up in the liver, which can result in inflammation and damage to the liver cells.It isa result of the progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease where liver...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has approved an application for a new permit submitted by Viridor South London Ltd. It will enable the company toincrease the amount of waste handled at its energy-recovery facility at Beddington in south London. Specialist officers have considered proposals in detail, along with information and evidence provided during 2 public consultations, and is satisfied the permit variation can be gr...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New Multi-Hazard Research Network to deliver rapid expert advice and evidence on emerging infectious disease outbreaks and other crises * The network is already supporting the Ebola response with expert data analysis and social and behavioural science research to guide decision-making * UK commits funding to develop new treatments and rapid diagnostics for the Bundibugyo species of Ebolavirus Today the UK launc...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: I was saddened to learn of the news of the death of Sir Alex Younger. Sir Alex Younger led an exemplary life and career, ultimately serving as chief of the Secret Intelligence Service from 2014 to 2020. He will be remembered by the many Ministers, colleagues, friends, and family for his utmost dedication to British public life and protecting our nation. My thoughts are with his familyat this difficult time. Dis...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister hosted theleader of the Belarusian opposition, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya,at Downing Streetyesterday. The Prime Minister began by underlining the UK's support for a free and democratic Belarus. He condemned Lukashenko's ongoing attacks on democracy, and theongoingdetention of political prisoners in the country. The Prime Minister reiterated the UK's steadfast support for the use ofsanctions to app...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New conduct requirement imposed under the digital markets competition regime * In a world first, publishers will be able to opt out of their content being used to power AI features in Google search * CMA monitoring AI developments in Google search and may take further action if needed The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today imposed a new conduct requirement for Google search, meaning it must take ...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Regulator of Social Housing has published the results of its quarterly survey of private registered providers' financial health, covering the period from 1 January to 31 March 2026 today (Wednesday 3 June 2026). Investment in the sector remains robust, with landlords able to access the funding needed to support investment in new and existing homes including raising £2.7 billion worth of bank lendin...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: To further strengthen the UK-Taiwan climate partnership, the British Office Taipei and the Ministry of Environment jointly hosted the "2026 UK-Taiwan Industrial Decarbonisation Workshop" on 12th May. The workshop opened by Ruth Bradley-Jones, Representative at the British Office Taipei, and Hsieh Yen-Ju, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Environment. Discussions focused on policy frameworks, grid modernisation, ...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Department for Work and Pensions(DWP)has appointedDrSam Roystonto the Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC).Sam hasbeen appointed toserve a five-year term, starting on 1July2026. Confirming the appointment, DWP Minister ofLords, Baroness Sherlock OBE, said: "I am delighted to welcome Sam to the Committee. He brings extensive experience in research and policy, with a strong focus on how social security po...