Press Releases

Rohingya refugees shielded from disease by UK aid

UK aid is supporting an early warning system in Cox’s Bazaar which detects disease outbreaks and prompts targeted, rapid responses by health workers.

Seven year framework for Government and public sector development projects launched

A new funding framework has been developed to allow construction firms, small and large, the chance to bid for work on government projects over the next seven years.

No deal Brexit advice: guidance on food and drink labelling

The Government has issued guidance on food and drink labelling in the event of a no deal Brexit

St. Paul's Canonry: James Milne

The Queen has approved the appointment of James Milne to a Residentiary Canonry of St. Paul's Cathedral.

Clerk of the House of Commons appointment: Dr John Benger

The Queen has appointed Dr John Benger as Under Clerk of the Parliaments (Clerk of the House of Commons).

New expert brought in to boost government’s relationship with small businesses

New 'Small Business Crown Representative' will make sure government gets best value and small businesses have improved access to government contracts.

Pension billions could be unlocked to boost economic growth and savers’ returns

Billions of pounds of investment could be unlocked by pension schemes to fund start-up companies and infrastructure projects, boosting Britain’s economy and savers’ returns, under proposals unveiled by the government today (5 February).

Making the best use of small contractors

The installation of new field drainage at a Coal Authority asset has been successfully completed thanks to a small local contractor.

Schools Minister calls on academies to justify 'excessive' pay

Lord Agnew writes to chairs of 28 academy trusts to ask for more details on the pay of executives earning six-figure salaries

James Brokenshire confirms funding package for local authorities in 2019 to 2020

Councils in England are to benefit from increased funding for core services including additional support for the most vulnerable in society.

HS2 reveals Old Oak Common station designs as work ramps up on west London super-hub

HS2 today unveiled the latest designs for Old Oak Common, as HS2 minister, Nusrat Ghani, visited the construction site to meet HS2 staff, its contractors and Chair of OPDC.

MHCLG Brexit local information sharing

MHCLG continues to closely engage with local authorities so that they and their residents are well-prepared for the UK leaving the EU on 29 March 2019.

7 tips for motorists to stay safe online

With new online scams cropping up all the time, motorists have increasingly become a target for fraudsters. DVLA has revealed their contact centre received 1,275 reports regarding suspected vehicle tax scams during the last 3 months of 2018.