Press Releases

Press briefing: afternoon 11 June 2014

The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on passports, energy and JK Rowling.

Essential maintenance work planned for M48 Severn Bridge

The M48 Severn Crossing will be closed this weekend to allow essential resurfacing work to take place.

Improvement work starts on A30 at Loggans Moor Roundabout

The Highways Agency is investing in growth in Cornwall with a series of improvements to Loggans Moor roundabout on the A30 at Hayle.

Foreign Office Minister condemns attacks in Mosul

Hugh Robertson condemns attacks in Mosul and calls for new government to address causes of insecurity in Iraq.

Draft decision on permit for new Solid Recovered Fuel Facility in Rugby

The Environment Agency is publishing its draft decision to provide SITA UK Ltd with an environmental permit.

It’s reely time to get the rods out and #gofishing

The new fishing season on rivers, streams and drains starts on Monday (16 June), just a day after Father’s Day (did you buy him a licence?). It is also the second chance this year to Take a Friend Fishing for free.

Foreign Secretary and Special Envoy open Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict

The Foreign Secretary William Hague and Special Envoy Angelina Jolie marked the start of the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict today.

Public exhibitions on Dawlish and Exmouth beach management

The Environment Agency, Teignbridge District Council and East Devon District Council are working on a beach management project that will look at two key locations on both sides of the estuary, Exmouth and Dawlish Warren.

Take your Dad fishing for free on Father's Day

Mums and families are being encouraged to give dad the perfect gift this Father’s Day – get him fishing!

Joint Statement on National Dialogue in Sudan

Joint Statement by the United States, Norway and the United Kingdom on National Dialogue in Sudan.

UK pledges more support for victims of sexual violence in war

Foreign Secretary William Hague announces new funding to help expand work to help victims of sexual violence at the Global Summit.

Wales Office Minister marks introduction of Modern Slavery Bill

Flagship Bill published today by the Home Secretary Theresa May

“Le Tour” campsite owners urged to be prepared

Landowners of temporary campsites urged to put a flood plan in place

Resurfacing on the M4, Berkshire

This summer, work will be taking place on the M4 in Berkshire resulting in smoother journeys for drivers and maintained safety.

North West drivers urged to be ‘DeerAware’

Drivers in the North West are being urged to be ‘DeerAware’ after a spate of collisions on the region's roads in recent weeks.

How to rent: tenants helped to know their rights with new checklist

Housing Minister Kris Hopkins launches new 'How to rent' guide for private rented sector tenants.

David Jones and Danny Alexander introduce Wales Bill in Parliament

Welsh Secretary: “Wales Bill delivers ambitious package for Wales” Chief Secretary to the Treasury: “powerful new tools for Wales”

CAP greening criteria announced

Common Agricultural Policy greening criteria have been announced.

Government unveils £14.3 billion of savings for 2013 to 2014

The Efficiency and Reform Group has supported departments in saving £14.3 billion against a 2009 to 2010 baseline.

Government expanding support to beat homelessness

Government departments have united to expand support for vulnerable people.