Press Releases

'Aid workers should never be targets' - Priti Patel

International Development Secretary pays tribute to aid workers from across the UK and around the world, on World Humanitarian Day.

Key reforms mean big difference to sight impaired

A change suggested by the Minister for the Constitution will allow local authorities to use records for those with vision impairments to assist them with voting.

Councillors see plans for reducing flooding in Mytholmroyd

Local councillors see first-hand the £30million plans for reducing flooding in the village.

Nominations open for 2017 awards celebrating police volunteers

Nominations open today for Lord Ferrers Awards 2017, with a new technical innovation category introduced to recognise cyber specials.

Young people to benefit from new mental health awareness course

Theresa May visited NCS (National Citizen Service) to unveil a new course to raise awareness of mental health among young people.

Highways England gearing up for CarFest fun

Highways England is gearing up to support this year’s CarFest South event as drivers are urged to check their vehicle is ready for the road.

Terrorist attacks in Spain: Foreign Office statement

Following the terrorist incidents in Las Ramblas, Barcelona and Cambrils, near Salou, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office issued a statement.

CMA protects London–Exeter passengers with fare cap

The CMA has accepted fare controls that address its competition concerns on the London–Exeter rail route.