Press Releases

West Norfolk foundation trust to cement improvements in patient services by fixing its finances

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn NHS Foundation Trust has been formally removed from special measures by health regulator Monitor.

Operation Stack: Routing announced to Manston

Details of how freight will be routed to reduce pressure on the M20 in Kent when there is disruption to cross-Channel services was announced today (Thursday) by Highways England.

FCO Minister condemns attack at a mosque in Saudi Arabia

Tobias Ellwood condemns attack at mosque in Abha city in Asir province, which has left at least 15 dead and others seriously injured.

Greg Clark meets with Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire to discuss devolution of powers

Discussions on new powers that would give greater control to local people.

94% increase in online tax credits renewals

More than 750,000 people renewed their tax credits online, almost doubling last year’s figure, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) revealed today.

Benefit cap: thousands of people move into work or off Housing Benefit

The benefit cap continues to provide a clear incentive to work.

CMA appoints new Cartels Director

The CMA has continued to expand and strengthen its Cartels and Criminal Group (CCG) with the appointment of a new director to its leadership team.

Appeal for information on River Axe pollution

Environment Agency officers who are investigating the pollution of the River Axe at Mosterton, Dorset, are appealing for any information regarding the source of the pollution.

Koi herpesvirus disease outbreak confirmed in South Yorkshire

Koi herpesvirus (KHV) disease has been confirmed in carp (Cyprinus carpio) at Bankend Fisheries, South Yorkshire

New charity investigation: Achiezer Association Ltd and Achiezer

The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into Achiezer Association Limited, registered charity number 255031 and Achiezer, registered charity number 234038.

UK partners with Ghana on tax transparency

The UK will help Ghana clamp down on tax avoidance and evasion by sharing expertise to improve their tax system.

New Bristol bridge gets minister's seal of approval

New bridge will open up a world of opportunities for businesses, says Local Growth Minister.

Report 10/2015: Derailment at Porthkerry

RAIB has released its report into the derailment of a loaded coal train at Porthkerry, South Wales, 02 October 2014.

Foreign Office Minister on identification of MH370 debris

Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire on important step in search for MH370 as Malaysian authorities identify debris as from missing plane.

Millions available to help small businesses reach their full potential

For the first time European Regional Development funds are targeted at Local Enterprise Partnership areas in a major shift to more localised spending.

New steps to tackle taxpayer-funded support to trade unions

The government plans to abolish ‘check off’, the outdated practice of state-run union subscription payments, in the public sector.

CMA issues statement of objections to Pfizer and Flynn Pharma in anti-epilepsy drug investigation

The CMA has today issued a statement of objections to the pharmaceutical suppliers Pfizer and Flynn Pharma alleging that they have breached competition law.