Press Releases

UK welcomes formation of new Government in Lebanon

Minister of State for the Middle East Alistair Burt gave a statement on the formation of a new government in Lebanon.

Inspirational exporters recognised with board of trade awards

Companies from across the country recognised with Board of Trade Awards.

Non-Executive Director appointment at MHCLG

Michael Jary has been appointed as Lead Non-Executive Director at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Over 93% of taxpayers file tax returns by the deadline

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveals how many taxpayers completed their Self Assessment tax return by 31 January deadline.

LGBT History Month: new government support for LGBT groups

Twelve organisations helping to improve the lives of LGBT people have won government funding

Low Pay Commission publishes research on the effects of the minimum wage on employment and automation

Every year the Low Pay Commission commissions research projects to help evaluate the effects of the minimum wage rates we have recommended. Published today are two final reports and two interim reports.

30 years of the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme

Today marks 30 years since the start of the scheme, which allows some Crown Court sentences to be reconsidered at the Court of Appeal

Government announces new plans to protect treasure finds

New plans will redefine treasure and prevent sale of unreported finds.

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt visits Romania for talks on bilateral co-operation

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt will be in Romania today (1 February) for talks with the Romanian President and Prime Minister.