Press Releases

Joint statement by Prime Minister Theresa May and EC President Jean-Claude Juncker

A joint statement issued by Prime Minister Theresa May and President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker following their working dinner in Brussels.

UK secures new EU sanctions against North Korea

Tough new European sanctions on North Korea are expected to be agreed today (16 October) when EU foreign ministers sign up to fresh UK proposals.

PM call with French President Macron: 16 Oct 2017

Theresa May spoke to President Macron about the Iran nuclear deal and European Council this afternoon.

PM call with Taoiseach Varadkar: 16 Oct 2017

Theresa May spoke with Taoiseach Varadkar about Storm Ophelia and the political situation in Northern Ireland.

South London man convicted for large number of unlicensed medicines

A Kenley man has been sentenced for the supply and possession of unlicensed medicines.

Government actions a further step in homeless prevention

New guidance to make sure local authorities intervene earlier to help prevent families and individuals becoming homeless in the first place.

Progress made at EU talks with devolved governments

Agreement has been reached between the UK Government and the devolved administrations on the principles that will underpin the process for bringing back powers from the EU to the UK.

Check your oil tanks for winter

The Environment Agency is urging those people who will be getting oil delivered for winter to check their fuel storage.

Foreign Office Minister visits Riyadh

Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt visited Riyadh for bilateral meetings with the governments of Saudi Arabia and Yemen (Sunday 15 October 2017).

James Brokenshire statement on Storm Ophelia

The Secretary of State has urged the public to remain vigilant and stay safe and has promised "full range" of UK Gov. support if requested.

UK government ramps up support for SME trade

International Trade Secretary Liam Fox has announced that small businesses can now access government-backed export finance directly from their banks, boosting UK trade.

Opportunity for residents and business to find out more about plans to reduce flood risk in Otley

Public drop-in event on Tuesday 17 October

Badsey Brook flood scheme open day

The Environment Agency is inviting local people living in Broadway, Childswickham and Murcot to an open day at the Badsey Brook flood scheme.

CMA requires sale of East Midlands adult mental health hospital

The merger of Cygnet Health Care Ltd and Cambian Adult Services will mean less choice in some East Midlands male mental health services.

River transfer project gives local communities more say

Public drop-ins are launched for river transfer project, which will bring 'new wave' of responsibility for local communities.

Foreign Secretary to visit Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov has invited the Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson to visit Moscow towards the end of 2017 to discuss international security.

All aboard the new Intercity Express trains that will transform journeys across South Wales

Passengers across South and West Wales to experience faster, modern trains from today onwards.

Nationwide competition brings 5G one step closer

A £25 million competition that will cement the UK’s position as a world leader in the development of 5G technology has been announced by Digital Minister Matt Hancock today