Press Releases

UK, US & France secure UN sanctions against Salah Badi

FCO statement on United Nations Sanctions Committee decision to sanction militia leader Salah Badi

Universal Periodic Review 31st session: Minister for Human Rights statement

Lord Ahmad issued a statement to mark the end of the 31st Universal Periodic Review (UPR).

FCO statement on restricting DPRK’s illicit shipping practices

FCO and US State Department meet leading figures from maritime insurance industry to discuss further action on restricting the DPRK’s illicit shipping practices.

Fighting the stigma of sexual violence: Lord Ahmad launches film festival

‘Fighting Stigma through Film’ is on 23 to 24 November at the British Film Institute with Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict co-founder Angelina Jolie.

Sefton community urged to get involved in A5036 consultation

The High Court has upheld our approach to developing options for a vital £250 million investment in the A5036 between Switch Island and the Port of Liverpool.

‘Unique’ 18th century watercolour painting at risk of export

Culture Minister steps in to prevent Nainsukh of Guler’s ‘Trumpeters’, valued at £550,000 from export

Government supports charities to go digital

Government announces £1 million funding to support programmes helping charities to improve their digital skills

Justice Minister chairs roundtable on media access to courts

Newspapers, broadcasters and online platforms will today discuss open justice and access to courts at a roundtable hosted by Justice Minister Lucy Frazer.

Domestic abuser to spend more time behind bars

Andrew Parkin has sentence increased to 12 years

Keep an eye out for floating pennywort this winter

We’re asking river-users to report any new outbreaks of the invasive plant

20,000 business opportunities for UK exporters showcased online

The enhanced Export Opportunities service for UK companies will be showcased on GREAT.gov.uk by International Trade Secretary Liam Fox.

Courts to pilot more flexible hours for the benefit of the public

Early and late sittings will be piloted in civil and family courts, giving people greater access to hearings that can fit around their busy lives.

Insolvency Service grants 250,000 Debt Relief Order

November 2018 saw the Insolvency Service grant its 250,000 Debt Relief Order, providing a low cost debt relief solution to a quarter of a million people.