Press Releases

Pupil premium starts to make positive difference in many schools

Ofsted welcomes new evidence showing the pupil premium is boosting education prospects of poorer children in a growing number of schools.

Dartford Crossing – temporary suspension of charges

As a result of an incident on the Dartford-Thurrock River Crossing, the Highways Agency has temporarily suspended Charges northbound on the crossing until further notice.

Dartford Crossing – charges reinstated

Normal charging patterns on the Dartford-Thurrock River Crossing were reinstated at 10pm this evening.

Weekend local road closures as part of advance work on A5-M1 Link Dunstable Northern Bypass in Bedfordshire

Road users are advised that there will be weekend closures on local roads this month, as advance work progresses on the A5-M1 Link Dunstable Northern Bypass improvement scheme in Bedfordshire.

Next phase of work starts to improve key junction for Birmingham Airport and NEC

The next phase of work to increase the number of lanes linking the M42 to Birmingham Airport, the NEC and other key destinations starts on Friday (18 July).

Foreign Secretary: My priorities are security, economy and Europe

Philip Hammond stresses need for reform in the EU.

Foreign Secretary welcomes Egyptian ceasefire initiative in Gaza and Israel

Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond urges parties in Gaza and Israel to take this opportunity to end hostilities.

CIC Annual Report 2013/2014 now published

The Regulator of Community Interest Companies Annual Report for 2013 to 2014 is now available to view and download.

Press briefing: afternoon 15 July 2014

The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on the reshuffle and European Commission.

Government sale to help Constructionline exploit growing markets

Ministers are taking the first steps towards selling the UK’s largest online construction supplier database, Constructionline.

Free Companies House data to boost UK economy

Companies House is to make all of its digital data available free of charge.

Stephen Crabb MP appointed Secretary of State for Wales

Mr Crabb: "It is a huge privilege to join the Cabinet as Secretary of State for Wales."

PM announces new Chief Executive position at the heart of the civil service

David Cameron has announced the creation of a new Chief Executive post at the centre of government.

A1033 resurfacing work starts next week

Work to resurface stretches of the A1033 Hull Road and Hedon Road, in Hull, will begin next week.

Drivers reminded of a second A1 overnight weekend closure for motorway upgrade work, North Yorkshire

Drivers are reminded that the A1 in North Yorkshire will be closed overnight on 19 July as part of major work to upgrade part of the A1 to a three-lane motorway.

Government paves way for UK spaceport

Government consults on essential criteria for location to launch commercial space flights from 2018.

New lighting columns for A69 West Denton

Work to replace lighting columns on the A69 at West Denton, near Newcastle will take place next week.

New generation tagging contracts awarded

The Justice Secretary today announced the 4 companies who will deliver the new service.

Prime Minister nominates Lord Hill for next European Commission

David Cameron has put Lord Hill forward as the UK candidate for the next European Commission, due to take office on 1 November 2014 and serve until 2009.

Ceremony marks the completion of flood alleviation scheme for Essex village

The flood alleviation scheme for Steeple Bumpstead is being officially opened

Next steps for Lower Thames Crossing announced

Decision announced to undertake detailed planning for 2 possible Lower Thames Crossing location options.

Second phase of bridge maintenance work to begin

The second phase of a scheme to repair and maintain three bridges along a two mile section of the A47 near King’s Lynn, keeping journeys safe and reliable for road users, will begin later this week.

How does the minimum wage impact you?

Low Pay Commission (LPC) is visiting the Isle of Wight and Southampton on 30,31 July.

How does the minimum wage impact you?

The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is visiting Northern Ireland on 16,17 July.