LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * school children can become junior active travel inspectors for the first time, with a new mission to help more kids cycle, walk, wheel and scoot to schools * pupils will audit their school run on a new 'kid-friendly app' to boost health and safety, while reducing congestion * follows near £300 million government boost to build 300 miles of new cycleways and pavements, leading to 43,000 fewer sick days to e...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a unique reception this week showcasing Ai-Da, the world's first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist. As the highlight of the evening, Ai-Da unveiled a striking AI painted portrait of His Majesty King Charles III, offering a compelling intersection of innovation, artistic expression, and emerging technology. Baroness Jones of Whitchurch, the Parlia...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * The pocket chronometer is valued at £200,000 * The export bar will allow time for a UK gallery or institution to acquire the chronometer for the nation - ensuring it can continue to inspire further research and love of learning for future generations An export bar has been placed on a pocket chronometer in an effort to protect a key piece of the nation's history and ensure Charles Darwin's legacy can cont...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Trade Remedies Authority has initiated a reconsideration of its recommendation to impose a new anti-dumping measure on imports of certain excavators from China. Reconsiderations are part of the process that parties can use to ask the TRA to look again at its decisions and are in line with the World Trade Organization rules for free and fair trade. You can read more about reconsiderations on the TRA's website...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Jingfeng Wu, 40, of Wellington Street in Newcastle, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates' Court on Friday 4 July. He pleaded guilty to illegally fishing for crayfish on the banks of the River Blyth at Bellasis Bridge, near Stannington. He was fined £140, ordered to pay costs of £500 and a victim surcharge of £56. The equipment, including traps and containers, were ordered to be destroyed The Environ...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On behalf of the UK government, the CEO of the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has signed this new treaty at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) General Assembly in Geneva.This new multilateral treaty will bring benefits to UK designers through simplified application and renewal processes and reduced administrative burdens in international applications. The treaty simplifies and brings harmoni...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Liberalised rules of origin will now allow for more garments manufactured in Sri Lanka to enter the UK tariff-free. * Further measures will make it easier for countries like Sri Lanka to trade, supporting jobs and growth. * UK businesses and consumers to benefit from more competitively priced products. On 10 July, the UK government unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries lik...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Section 48(2)(j) of the UK Borders Act 2007provides that the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration (ICIBI) shall: consider and make recommendations about . the content of information about conditions in countries outside the United Kingdom which the Secretary of State compiles and makes available, for purposes connected with immigration and asylum, to immigration officers and other officials. T...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Section 48(2)(j) of the UK Borders Act 2007provides that the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration (ICIBI) shall: consider and make recommendations about . the content of information about conditions in countries outside the United Kingdom which the Secretary of State compiles and makes available, for purposes connected with immigration and asylum, to immigration officers and other officials. T...
LONDON, July 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Motorists, families, and private parking operators are set to benefit from improved standards, as a consultation on a new Private Parking Code of Practice is launched today.  Over 35 million people across the UK rely on their cars for everyday life - from commuting to caring responsibilities - but the fear of being hit with unfair parking charges has eroded trust between drivers and some operators.  ...