Press Releases

Foreign Secretary deeply concerned at reports of mass rape in Northern Darfur

Foreign Secretary comments on recent reports of a mass rape in Northern Darfur, and the subsequent denial of access to the United Nations African Union Peacekeeping Mission to the area.

Foreign Secretary welcomes the appointment of new Yemeni Government

As new Yemeni Government formed, Foreign Secretary urges all political parties and groups to work together and not undermine the government’s authority.

Improvements at M50 junction 1 near Twyning Green, Gloucestershire, postponed

Planned roadworks on the M50 junction 1 near Twyning Green, Gloucestershire, which were due to start on Monday 10 November have been postponed.

New academically rigorous RS GCSE backed by faith groups

Pupils to study 2 religions to develop broader and deeper understanding of religious beliefs.

Joint statement on Libya

Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Malta, Spain, the UK and US concerned by polarisation in Libya and call for all to cease military operations

£3.2 million improvements start on M5 between Junction 11 and 12 Gloucester

A major cost scheme to improve the M5 between junctions 11 and 12 at Gloucester starts on Monday, November 7.

Stephen Crabb: Government getting behind the 35,000 employers in Wales using Employment Allowance scheme

35,000 employers in Wales are benefitting from UK Government’s Employment Allowance, official figures released today (7 November) show.

Dart Charge campaign moves to the next phase

The Highways Agency has launched new advertising to inform drivers about the changes at the Dartford Crossing and what they need to do.

Number of workless households in Wales falls

The number of households where no one has a job fell in all but four of the 22 local authorities in Wales between 2012 and 2013.

Drivers to enjoy a ‘smarter’ M25

A multi-million pound upgrade on the M25 in Hertfordshire and Essex opened to traffic today, improving journeys for drivers and boosting the economy.

Press briefing: morning 7 November 2014

The Prime Minister's Official Spokesperson answered questions on payment to the European Union, and Universal Credit and EU benefit rules.

Morecambe Bay Investigation: Identification of Interviewees

The selection of interviewees by the Morecambe Bay Investigation

Bravery of Lambeth First World War hero honoured

Minister for Communities joins servicemen, cadets and Lambeth residents in a commemoration service for a First World War hero.

British weather experts to help the Philippines prepare for disasters like Typhoon Haiyan

British expertise from the Met Office will help the Philippines better predict and prepare for natural disasters.

Planning blueprint for major development which protects the environment

The new Sizewell C evidence plan shows how future large-scale developments can put environmental protection at the heart of their plans.

Eye-catching British technologies will be promoted at the UK Investment Summit Wales 2014

Innovative technologies to be showcased at the UK Investment Summit Wales 2014 (20 to 21 November 2014).

Collaborative Delivery Framework awarded to deliver £5 billion of highways investment

The companies appointed to the largest ever framework for the improvement of England’s motorways and major A roads were announced today (Friday 7 November).

Flagship Walney offshore wind farm one step closer to expansion

Walney Extension offshore wind farm in the Irish Sea has been given consent from the government to go ahead.

Suffragan Bishop of Burnley: Reverend Philip John North

The Queen has approved the nomination of the Reverend Philip John North to the Suffragan See of Burnley.

Drivers advised of M18 junction 4 to 3 overnight closures

The M18 in Doncaster will be closed overnight as part of work to resurface a section of the southbound carriageway at junction 4.

Knighthood conferred on Judge Andrew James Gilbart

The Queen has been pleased to approve that the honour of Knighthood be conferred upon Judge Andrew James Gilbart.

92% of people feel ashamed to drink and drive as 50th anniversary THINK! campaign is launched

Massive change in attitude to drink driving since THINK! campaign launched 50 years ago.

Coventry primary school moves into brand new building

Pupils and teachers benefit from £4 million rebuild as part of the government’s Priority School Building Programme.