Press Releases

Charities supporting three times as many people with essential aid, research finds, as sector faces increased financial pressure

The Charity Commission has published its annual public and trustee research, revealing a stark long-term rise in people seeking charitable support amid continued high levels of public trust in charities.

More NHS dentistry for those who need it most

New reforms to the dental contract will prioritise those with urgent and complex needs, with new measures for those with extreme tooth decay and gum disease.

New phonics-inspired framework to boost standards for children

New writing framework published to build a nation of confident writers as part of the government’s Plan for Change.

Bayeux Tapestry to go on display at the British Museum in 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Macron agree a loan of the Bayeux Tapestry to the UK

Largest ever budget for water regulation

New analysis reveals largest budget for Environment Agency’s water regulation in history

New mapping tool launched to help bring healthy food to those who need it most

New project, backed by government, will develop mapping tool to tackle food inequality.

MHRA approves elinzanetant to treat moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes) caused by menopause  

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today, 8 July, become the first regulator in the world to approve elinzanetant (Lynkuet) for the treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes) associated with the menopause.

Major progress at York Central as new travel routes open to the public

Residents and visitors can now enjoy safer, greener and more attractive journeys into York city centre as new travel routes through the York Central development open.

Major boost for Sizewell C nuclear plan as French energy giant EDF confirms investment

Thousands of UK jobs will be created as French energy firm EDF confirms today it will take a 12.5% stake in Sizewell C – in a major boost for UK growth and energy security.

GPA appoints Carly Ersser as Workplace Services Director

The Government Property Agency (GPA) has confirmed the appointment of Carly Ersser as its Workplace Services Director.

Angler fined for not putting back protected eel he caught

Penalty also covers not having a rod licence

PM call with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 7 July 2025

The Prime Minister spoke to President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, this afternoon.

Great British Energy permanent CEO appointed

Dan McGrail's appointment brings world-class private sector experience to publicly-owned clean power company.

Global Combat Air Programme Joint Statement: 7 July 2025

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, Japanese Defense Minister NAKATANI Gen and UK Secretary of State for Defence John Healey took part in a virtual meeting.

CAC Annual Report 2024-25

Publication of the CAC's Annual Report for 2024-25.

Investigation opened into parish church after concerns raised over its financial controls

The Charity Commission has opened a statutory inquiry into The Parochial Church Council of The Ecclesiastical Parish of Holy Trinity with St. John, Micklegate and St. Martin Cum Gregory, York

Diplomats sharing global business expertise with British firms

Foreign Secretary dispatches top diplomats to all parts of the UK to boost regional ties and deliver economic growth under the Government’s Plan for Change.