Press Releases

Foreign Secretary meets Syrian opposition leader Hadi al-Bahra in London

Foreign Secretary underlines UK support for the moderate opposition, as they fight ISIL’s extremism and Assad’s regime.

Foreign Secretary condemns suicide bomb attack on school in Nigeria

Following reports of a suicide attack this morning on a school in North East Nigeria, the Foreign Secretary, Philip Hammond, condemned the attack and expressed his support for Nigeria.

Cuadrilla’s environmental permit application consultation opened

Environment Agency opens second public consultation on applications for environmental permits until 8 December.

Hugo Swire cuts turf on new Met Office supercomputer

Minister Swire, FCO Ministerial Champion for Science and Innovation, has cut the turf for the Met Office’s new supercomputer.

Press briefing: afternoon 10 November 2014

The Prime Minister's Official Spokesperson answered questions on the European Arrest Warrant.

Welsh Secretary sets out economic vision for Wales during Institute of Directors speech

Stephen Crabb today (10 November) set out how he will fight to bring new business and investment to Wales.

RPA opens bids for ‘Enjoy, It’s from Europe’ cash

New opportunity for trade organisations to apply for funding towards promotion and information programmes for agricultural products

Young offenders given work experience by top businesses

Young people leaving custody in London and Manchester will get invaluable work experience and mentoring with leading British businesses.

Bridge demolition at Barnetts Wood, Tonbridge

Work will get underway on Friday 14 November to demolish an accident-damaged footbridge over the A21 at Barnetts Wood near Tonbridge in Kent.

First World War commemorative plaque unveiled in Islamabad

The plaque presented from the United Kingdom commemorates Pakistan's First World War Victoria Cross recipients

Government unveils £2 billion in cumulative savings as public bodies are cut by a third

The government has saved more than £2 billion cumulatively since 2010 by reforming or abolishing quangos (public bodies).

Traffic Bulletin: Urgent repair works on A12 Breydon Bridge

Road users are advised that the A12 Breydon Bridge in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk will be closed tonight (Monday, 10 November) for urgent repair work on the bridge.

Remembrance Day observed by the British Embassy in Dubai

The British Embassy in Dubai held a Remembrance Service to commemorate the the British and Commonwealth service personnel.

Public Consultation on M4 Smart Motorway starts

Residents, road users, local business and the local community are being invited to have their say about plans for a major upgrade to the M4.

New appointment to HM Courts and Tribunals Service Board

A new non-executive director, Victoria Cochrane, has been appointed to the HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) Board.

New plans to unlock manufacturing supply chain opportunity

The Deputy Prime Minister announces a new ambitious action plan to help UK manufacturers to work together with British companies.

Importance of removing, reporting and recording 'pernicious' anti-semitic graffiti

Eric Pickles writes to council leaders to stress the importance of removing racist graffiti quickly, and recording it with police.

MOD scientists provide open source software on Github

Dstl is sharing code openly with industry, academia and individuals.

'Keep your distance’ on Orwell Bridge

From today Monday 10 November, motorists will notice electronic signs on the A14 at Orwell Bridge which are aimed at improving road user safety.

CMA announces 2 senior cartel appointments

As part of an ongoing recruitment drive to grow its cartels and criminal enforcement capacity, the CMA has today announced the appointment of 2 new directors to the Cartels and Criminal Group.

UK government making it easier for Welsh SMEs to win more public sector contracts

Three roundtable meetings will take place next week to highlight how Welsh SMEs can bid for and win public sector contracts.

Welsh Secretary chairs new Economic Advisory Board

Stephen Crabb: “I want to see Wales become a leading destination for new business and investment."

Leading female entrepreneurs front government export drive

Leading business women will encourage other female entrepreneurs to look overseas to expand their business during Export Week.

Press briefing: morning 10 November 2014

The Prime Minister's Official Spokesperson answered questions on Friday's Ecofin meeting, net migration, the European Arrest Warrant and wages.

CBI Annual Conference 2014: Prime Minister’s address

David Cameron will set out the government's new long-term investment plan into the road network in his speech to the CBI Annual Conference 2014.