Press Releases

New vehicle tax rates come into force today

New vehicle tax rates come into force for all cars and some motor homes that are registered from today (1 April 2017).

Over 2 million of the UK’s workers set for a pay rise on 1 April 2017

Around 1.7 million workers aged 25 years and over will see their hourly wage rise due to the increase in the National Living Wage.

Rolling 3-year inspection plan

The Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration has published a new inspection plan.

Minister for the Americas statement on developments in Venezuela

Recent rulings by the Venezuelan Supreme Court effectively limit the constitutional powers of the democratically elected National Assembly

Foreign Secretary statement on plans for a new settlement in the West Bank

Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson condemns Israeli government’s decision to found a new settlement deep in the West Bank.

Liam Fox champions British flag bearers as the Midlands Engine drives up UK exports

Today International Trade Secretary Liam Fox visited Norton Motorcycles and Swift Cut Automation, 2 companies from the Midlands flying the flag for British quality and exports.

Charities in Wales benefit from Tampon Tax Fund

Four charities in Wales are set to receive a cut of £600,000 from the UK Government’s Tampon Tax Fund, Minister for Civil Society announces today.

NI parties invited to intensive talks

The main political parties in Northern Ireland are being invited to attend political talks on Monday 3 April at Stormont Castle, Belfast.

Priti Patel urges City of London to become global financial centre for developing countries

International Development Secretary Priti Patel announced a new partnership to generate business investment in developing countries.

Couple sentenced for selling dangerous slimming pills online

A husband and wife from Bootle have today been sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court for the illegal online sale of unlicensed slimming pills.

New £1 million flood competition to protect more communities

Environment Secretary announces new £1 million natural flood management competition, part of the government's drive to reduce flooding by using a range of innovative techniques.

Foreign Office wins award for commitment to staff well-being

Foreign Office recognised for commitment to workplace well-being at award ceremony.

Third Round of UK Games Fund winners announced

New innovative video game developers will see their drawing board dreams take a step closer to reality as Culture and the Digital Economy Minister Matt Hancock announced the third round of winners of the UK Games Fund at the launch of the London Games Festival.

Welfare reforms and £330 million employment package start from April 2017

Employment help for people with health conditions will roll out from April, along with wider reforms to ensure a fair welfare system.

100,000 new businesses launched thanks to employment scheme

The New Enterprise Allowance (NEA) is designed for people already on benefits who want the opportunity to start their own business.

MPs' outside interests: Committee announces short review

The independent Committee on Standards in Public Life has today announced a short review on the subject of MPs' outside interests.

Ordnance Survey sets out to enhance its aerial mapping technologies

Ordnance Survey has signed an agreement with Dstl, to allow it to licence various forms of cutting edge aerial mapping technology.

PM call with Prime Minister Rutte of the Netherlands: 30 March 2017

Prime Minister Theresa May spoke with the Prime Minister Rutte following the UK's letter of notification to the European Council.

Landmark day in devolution as powers pass to Welsh Assembly

Today marks an important milestone in implementing the Wales Act 2017 with new powers coming into force.