Press Releases

Plans to return full democratic accountability to Tower Hamlets

All powers could be returned to Tower Hamlets council following a 2-year intervention by central government.

Opportunity to learn about upcoming M11 road works

Drivers are invited to attend an exhibition to learn about planned maintenance works on the M11 and the A120 taking place throughout the next year.

Port of Boston announce full support of Boston Barrier Scheme

The Port of Boston has announced its support for the project after close discussions with the Environment Agency.

Major Midlands junction improvement open

Highways England’s £191 million scheme to improve journeys for drivers using a major interchange on the M1 in the Midlands was officially opened today (16 March).

CMA orders Diebold Nixdorf to sell one of UK cashpoint businesses

The CMA has decided that Diebold Nixdorf must sell one of its UK cashpoint businesses to preserve competition.

UK to help businesses step up investment in world’s poorest countries

At the “Transforming Investment Risk” event, International Development Secretary Priti Patel set out how the UK is making it easier for companies to invest in the world's poorest countries.

A45 Tollbar End officially opened in the Midlands

Highways England’s £106 million improvement scheme at Tollbar End in Coventry was officially opened today.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough set for new mayor

Residents are set to get a greater say over how their area is run, thanks to a ground-breaking devolution deal.

Multi-million pound major road improvements unlock thousands of homes and jobs

Multi-million pound road improvement schemes announced today by Highways England are set to help create almost 11,000 jobs unlock the development of more than 4,000 homes.

Household incomes remain highest on record

Household incomes have risen to a record high according to statistics released today, and income inequality remains lower than in 2010.

Government welcomes £240 million strategic Toyota investment

Toyota Motor Europe has announced it is investing £240 million to upgrade its car plant in Burnaston, Derbyshire.

Multi-million pound deal for 5,750 new homes in Kent

£53.8 million deal will provide more than 5,750 new homes.

Committee welcomes new IPSA rules on employing connected parties

The Committee welcomes the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority's decision to stop funding for new 'connected parties'.