Press Releases

Thousands of young people set to benefit from new support into work and training

Thousands of young people across England will receive targeted support into work, under a new £45 million scheme launched by the Work and Pensions Secretary.

More teachers to benefit from flexible working

Government extend successful programme that supports teachers to plan lessons from home, job-share or work flexible hours.

Ministerial Appointment: 22 May 2025

The King has been pleased to approve the following appointment.

New investment in regeneration boosts growth and jobs in Port Talbot

More than £20 million in funding announced from the Tata Steel / Port Talbot Transition Board

HMS Glasgow naming ceremony marks milestone for UK security and economy

The people and city of Glasgow have been honoured today (22 May) as the Royal Navy's most advanced anti-submarine warfare warship is officially named HMS Glasgow.

Dedication and professionalism of Armed Forces rewarded with above inflation pay rise

Government recognises professionalism and dedication of the Armed Forces with 4.5% pay rise, which follows last year's record pay deal for personnel.

Teachers to benefit from pay boost

Teachers in England set to receive a 4% pay award from September.

DWP blocks £1 billion in incorrect payments in drive to protect people from falling into debt

More than £1 billion in incorrect Universal Credit (UC) payments have been blocked by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in a drive to stop people falling into financial difficulties.

Major £1.5 billion defence contract with British firm ensures world-class equipment testing for UK forces and secures 1,200 jobs

UK Armed Forces will benefit from world-class equipment training and testing under a contract which supports more than 1,200 skilled jobs across the UK.

Regulator to investigate Seven Dials Playhouse over financial concerns

The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into Seven Dials Playhouse due to ongoing concerns over its long-term financial viability.

Birmingham man convicted of providing false statements to SIA

Ahroon Alam was ordered to pay fines and costs totalling £612 after pleading guilty to knowingly making false statements to the SIA.

New funding for regulators to cut red tape, like speeding up clinical trials through AI and trialling drones for medical emergencies

Funding announced for new round of the Regulators' Pioneer Fund.

Multi-million defence investment creates 700 jobs days after UK-EU security pact

Hundreds of high-skilled jobs created at defence firm MBDA’s expanded Bolton site.