LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK Export Finance provided a record £14.5 billion in new financing last year, helping over 667 UK companies to export and grow * Up to 70,000 jobs and £5.4 billion to national GDP supported by UKEF financing, delivering on the government's Plan for Change * Detailed in UKEF's annual report for 2024-25, support for UK businesses helps turbocharge the economy and deliver growth opportunities acr...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New legislation will set strict deadlines for landlords to fix unsafe cladding or face the consequences * Next phase of Remediation Acceleration Plan proposes new powers for government to remediate buildings if landlords fail to do so * New joint plan for accelerating social housing remediation backed by over £1 billion in new investment Thousands of buildings with unsafe cladding are set to be fixed fast...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn has congratulated the organisers of the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, and welcomed the significant benefits it will bring to Northern Ireland, following a visit to the event today (Thursday 17 July). He said: "This week's Open championship at Royal Portrush will shine a spotlight on Northern Ireland, showcasing its world-class sports facilities, tourism, and hi...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Vote of confidence in UK steel and manufacturing as Taiwanese investor Walsin Lihwa brings new capabilities to the UK and expands its aerospace and energy materials portfolio. * Hundreds of well-paid and skilled jobs to be created, delivering on the Government's Plan for Change for economic growth and higher living standards. * Investment Minister, Baroness Gustafsson, visited Sheffield site today to celebrate ...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Six areas receive confirmation as priority areas for English devolution * Areas finalised will have new mayors with powers to ensure housing and transport work for their communities * Devolution Priority Programme forms key part of government's mission to shift power out of Whitehall and into communities as part of Plan for Change The government's devolution revolution has taken another step forward and all pl...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Soldiers sprinting through a salon, abseiling into gyms and crawling through offices feature in a striking new campaign by the Ministry of Defence, turning the tables on the issue of public interruptions to military training exercises. The new photo campaign features thought-provoking images of soldiers unexpectedly interrupting civilians at work, highlighting the disruption this would cause. Aldershot was chos...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: "CSPL welcomes today's publication of the government's Electoral Reform Strategy which marks a step forward towards a more transparent, proportionate and effective framework for regulating election finance. We are pleased the strategy picks up many important recommendations from our 2021 report, including tightening the requirement to identify the true source of donations, thereby reducing the potential for fore...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * new direct rail link between UK and Germany could boost tourism, create jobs and help stimulate economic growth as part of the Plan for Change * joint taskforce will be established between governments to pave the way for direct services within the next decade * move forms part of the government's wider plan to boost international rail connectivity and deliver more travel options for passengers Millions of pass...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Federal Republic of Germany, hereinafter referred to as "the Parties", Guided by the desire to join forces for a prosperous, secure and sustainable future for their citizens and their open, democratic societies in the face of fundamental changes of the geopolitical environment; Inspired by a common will to address the momentous new challenges to E...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The burial service, organised by the Ministry of Defence's Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC), also known as the 'War Detectives', took place at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's (CWGC) Loos British Cemetery Extension, which was opened in September 2024. The four identified soldiers were Corporal Alfred James Morrant and Private Henry Joseph Rycraft of the 11th Battalion The Essex Regiment, wh...