LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Turner announcednewUK technical assistance projects to help withmuch-neededreforms in the energy and natural resources sectors in Solomons. "How you manage your forests, minerals and energy will determine your future", said Turner, adding "Solomons is at the cross-roads". The British High Commissioner said that whilst there are things that are difficult for Solomon Islands to control, such as rising sea-levels, ...
LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As many private registered providers of social housing are also registered charities, the organisations agree that it is important that this MoU sets out how they will work together with the aim of achieving a collaborative, efficient and effective working relationship. The Memorandum includes commitments to: * share information in order to help each discharge their regulatory functions * raise issues at a...
LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK Science Minister Lord Vallance leads UK delegation of senior figures to China, opening up science opportunities that both countries can benefit from * China is a science and tech powerhouse, spending almost £380 billion on R&D annually * National security will continue to be prioritised as part of pragmatic co-operation with China, while also unlocking opportunities to drive efforts to tackle cl...
LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government vows to phase out animal tests as alternative methods come on stream with new strategy welcomed as 'ambitious' and 'timely' by animal welfare and life sciences organisations * New £75 million funding will help bring forward new testing methods for products that can save lives and make path to regulation clearer for researchers * Strategy developed by government with life sciences, business and a...
LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Government has today published its response to the independent review Delivering the Best for Girls in Custody, led by Susannah Hancock who is a Board member for the YJB. The review was commissioned earlier this year and explores the experiences of girls in custody and the suitability of current placement options. It drew on evidence from professionals, children, and sector experts to shape a vision for refo...
LONDON, Nov. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have released an updated version of our Accident Report Form (ARF), reflecting our ongoing commitment to improving the accuracy and completeness of maritime incident reporting. Effective immediately, the ARF now includes two additional fields: * Rank- located in the affected person section * Port of Registry- located in the vessel information section These enhancements are designed to support more detailed ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Defence AI Centre (DAIC) is launching the AI Model Arena to help redefine how Defence evaluates and procures artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The tool, developed in partnership with UK AI company Advai, will pilot a secure, standardised platform for suppliers to more rapidly test and demonstrate their models against Defence use cases. The AI Model Arena will: * help UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) i...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: UK Government Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill visited Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company - which produces high-quality road, rail, and commercial signs - in Renfrewshire to hear more about its work and meet veterans. UK Government Scotland Office Minister Kirsty McNeill said: Ahead of Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, it was a privilege to visit Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company to meet...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Around 70,000 college students will benefit from new Regional Improvement Teams in new standards push, which will help to break the link between background and success through the government's Plan for Change Government will also invest nearly £800m extra into funding for 16-19-year-olds next year (2026-7). Coming from the existing Spending Review settlement, this funding will support an additional 20,000 s...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On 27 May 2025, the Northern Ireland Office (NIO) launched a public consultation seeking views on proposed amendments to the Control of Explosives Precursors etc. Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2014. These proposals seek to strengthen the control of explosives precursors in Northern Ireland and bring in similar measures to those found in Great Britain. The consultation closed on 19 August 2025. This document pro...