Press Releases

Capacity Market confirms guaranteed electricity security for next winter at low cost

Auction closes at a low price to consumers and ensures that homes and businesses have a reliable electricity supply all year round

A64 safety improvements due to start

A series of improvements are being carried out on the A64 this month, which will improve safety for drivers.

Milestone reached for Ipswich Flood Barrier scheme

The latest stage of the Environment Agency’s £58million Ipswich Flood Barrier Scheme has been completed.

Prisons minister visits staff at HMP YOI Winchester to hear concerns from the frontline

Minister Gyimah thanks staff at Winchester for their vital work in delivering major reforms to improve safety and reduce reoffending.

UK steps up work to protect women and girls from trafficking and provide winter care for vulnerable refugees

PM announces new package of UK aid to provide desperately needed assistance to refugees and migrants.

Major upgrade to Leeds junction gets underway

Yorkshire drivers are set to benefit from a major M1 junction upgrade as work to widen the roundabout at Leeds (junction 45) gets underway.

Launch of major new Selly Park North and Selly Oak flood scheme

A sod cutting ceremony marked the launch of a flood scheme which will protect over 150 homes and local businesses.

Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea: Simon Smith

Mr Simon Smith CMG has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Korea.