Press Releases

Thousands more to get the tools they need to start construction careers

Thousands of people are set to benefit from on-the-job training and career opportunities in the construction sector.

On track and online: landmark deal to end mobile dead zones

Project Reach deal signed to boost connectivity and remove mobile signal blackspots on the rail network.

Urgent warning to pet owners as toxic chemicals found in fake flea treatments

Pet owners urged to be wary of dangerous fake treatments discovered on e-commerce sites.

Veterans in North of England set to benefit from government's new support network

Veterans across northern England will benefit from VALOUR, the government’s new £50m support system giving former members of the armed forces greater access to tailored support.

Growth and local jobs top of the agenda as Cardiff Capital Region Investment Zone advances

Investment Zone to drive innovation and growth in advanced manufacturing, digital and technology sectors

New Homes England 2024 to 2025 housebuilding statistics published

Today’s statistics show the number of housing starts on site and completions delivered by Homes England between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.

British industry to benefit from billions in government spending under new plans to protect national security

Government will back British industries such as energy, steel and cyber - giving them more of the £400bn spent on government procurement each year and protecting our national security.

PM call with President El-Sisi of Egypt: 26 June 2025

The Prime Minister spoke to President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi today.

Ofsted to strengthen inspections through new team structures

Following feedback from last year’s Big Listen and the recent consultation on inspection reform, Ofsted has today announced a new structure for inspection teams in schools and further education, focused on improving consistency.

UK seeks views on further trade protections for steel

The UK has launched a six-week Call for Evidence, inviting views from across the steel supply chain to help shape new, future-ready trade measures.

PM meeting with President Erdoğan of Türkiye: 25 June 2025

The Prime Minister spoke with the President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in The Hague earlier this afternoon.

MHRA seizes 7.7 million doses of illegal medicines and removes hundreds of illegal online listings as part of Operation Pangea

Operation Pangea brings together health regulators, customs authorities, law enforcement agencies, and private sector partners to tackle the threat posed by global criminal networks

UK government gathers business and environment leaders in support of UN nature agreement

UK Government hosts a major international nature finance event attended by His Majesty the King at Lancaster House.

Foreign prisoners to be deported sooner

Foreign prisoners will be deported sooner thanks to new legislation introduced today (25 June) to free up vital prison capacity, keep our streets safe and save taxpayers’ money.

Anchor fails to meet RSH’s governance standards 

The Regulator of Social Housing has downgraded Anchor’s governance grading to G3 in a regulatory judgement published today (Wednesday 25 June), after an investigation found issues of serious regulatory concern.