Press Releases

UK music exports strike a chord on the world stage

Slow Club, Metronomy and Band of Skulls among UK artists receiving government funding to break overseas markets.

Supporting Welsh industry with long-term plan for future

"Radical measures to reduce energy costs underlines the government’s commitment to supporting Welsh industry" Stephen Crabb MP

Prime Minister welcomes troubled families progress

PM welcomes the news that 40,000 families have been turned around by this innovative programme, with results doubling in the last 6 months.

Work underway to maintain navigation on River Great Ouse

Work is underway to maintain navigation for boaters on the river Great Ouse at Hemingford Lock near St Ives.

Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to Peru

Mr Anwar Choudhury has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to Peru.

A45/A46 Tollbar End scheme near Coventry: overnight closures

As part of the Highways Agency’s £106m investment to improve the A45/A46 Tollbar End roundabout, A45 Stonebridge Highway and Stivichall Junction, a number of overnight closures are required in the coming week.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visited the UK this week

The government of the United Kingdom and government of Pakistan issue joint statement.

Ukraine Forum on Asset Recovery Chair’s Statement

Chairs’ statement by the United Kingdom and United States and the Ukraine on the meeting of the Ukraine Forum on Asset Recovery.

Government to establish first new Further Education college in 20 years

Government publish intention to enable Prospects College of Advanced Technology to become the first further education college for 20 years.

Foreign Secretary congratulates Iraqi people on voting in national elections

Foreign Secretary congratulates Iraq on holding elections and stresses importance of an inclusive political process.

Shaping the future of the UK space sector

Government response to the space growth action plan and launch of the national space security policy.

Press Briefing afternoon 30 April 2014

The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on Royal Mail, Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) and HS2.

£5 billion Export Refinancing Facility launched to boost UK exports

UK Export Finance, the UK’s export credit agency, has today launched its £5 billion Export Refinancing Facility.

Government names 16 Royal Mail investors

Government names 16 Royal Mail investors who gave government the confidence to launch the Initial Public Offering.

New section of M25 ‘smart motorway’ opens on Kent/Surrey border

A new generation of motorway opened on the M25 today between junction 5 (Sevenoaks) and junctions 6/7 (Godstone/M23) as part of a record investment in roads.

M5 northbound near Gloucester closed overnight for bridgeworks

Road users are advised that the northbound M5 between Junction 12 and junction 11a will be closed overnight tomorrow night (Thursday, May 1) while two 27 metre long bridge beams are removed.

Government supports firms with £25 million to fund training

Matthew Hancock unveils £25 million additional support for businesses to take the lead in improving training for new and current employees.

Overnight improvements at M4 junction 18 near Bath

Overnight work to maintain safe and reliable journeys on the M4 junction 18 slip roads and roundabout starts on the evening of Tuesday 20 May.

Press briefing: morning 30 April 2014

The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) gave a summary of the Cabinet meeting and answered questions on Ukraine, policies affecting women and HS2.

British students challenged to ‘shape the future’

Schoolchildren across the UK are being invited to put their best ideas forward on how the government can make life better for girls and women.

Major improvements for roads in the north east

The Highways Agency has a major programme of road improvements planned in the north east, with the region benefiting from over £500 million of investments to the road network beginning this year.

Manufacturing and growth hotspots targeted for extra business investment

The government has today (30 April 2014) confirmed which parts of the UK have successfully won Assisted Area status.

Green light for Highways Agency reform gives better deal for taxpayers

Changes to Highways Agency into a government-owned company move step nearer.

Deputy Prime Minister launches Diversity Programme

The Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, launches the Naz Legacy Foundation’s Diversity Programme at the National Portrait Gallery.

New scholarships for teachers and SEN support staff

Teachers and SEN support staff will be able to apply for funds worth up to £1 million to develop specialist skills.

Help to Buy building a new generation of homeowners

Over 27,000 households have bought a home through one of the Help to Buy schemes.

Experts welcome unprecedented focus on children and young people’s healthcare but say more progress needed across system

Support for children and young people’s health is getting better, according to a new report published today.

Overnight repairs on A5 Nesscliffe Bypass, Shropshire

The Highways Agency is to carry out overnight carriageway repairs on the A5 Nesscliffe Bypass in Shropshire from Monday 12 May.

Overnight resurfacing on A50 Catchems Corner slip road, Stoke-on-Trent

The Highways Agency is to carry out overnight resurfacing on the A50 westbound entry slip road at Catchems Corner, Stoke-on-Trent, from Monday 12 May.

£30 million boost to improve the lives of Britain's most vulnerable young people

Social impact bonds will lead to innovation to tackle NEET (not in education, employment or training) issue.

£600,000 boost for off-site skills

Businesses in the off-site construction industry are invited to bid for up to £600,000 for skills research and development (R&D).

Foreign Secretary concerned by horrific reports of chemical weapon use in Syria

Foreign Secretary urges OPCW mission to determine urgently the facts behind recent reports of chemical weapon use in Syria.