Press Releases

Flying to become more accessible as Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson sets out key recommendations for aviation industry

The Aviation Accessibility Task and Finish Group will push recommendations forward to provide a better passenger experience for disabled people.

PM set to reshape how Government works with communities to tackle Britain’s biggest challenges

The Prime Minister will launch the Civil Society Covenant – a new way of working that puts people at the heart of government.

Creative and AI sectors kick-off next steps in finding solutions to AI and copyright

Representatives of both sectors in newly formed expert working groups on AI and copyright.

Space’s influence on economy and security grows, as new projects announced in Manchester

From supercharged 5G systems to a funding boost for local space clusters, new projects have been announced today (Wednesday 16 July) by the UK Space Agency, as figures show growing dependence on satellite technologies.

Patient safety boost as PA review recommendations accepted

The review looked into the safety of the roles of physician associates (PAs) and anaesthesia associates (AAs) and how they support wider health teams.

Communities across the country to benefit from ‘innovation squads’ to re-build public services

Working people across England are set to benefit from better public services, with ‘innovation squads’ sent in to back community ideas and work with the frontline as part of a £100 million ‘Test, Learn and Grow’ reform programme.

Life Sciences Sector Plan to grow economy and transform NHS

The government has today (Wednesday 16 July) launched a bold new Life Sciences Sector Plan as part of the government’s flagship Industrial Strategy.

Green Thumbs-Up from British Growers and Traders for UK-EU Plant Deal

UK/EU SPS deal will slash red tape and eliminate costly routine checks for fruit, vegetable, flower and plant traders across the country.

Scottish defence dividend £250m investment launched        

Scottish Secretary and Minister for Defence Procurement & Industry visit HMNB Clyde to launch the multi-decade, multi-billion pound Clyde 2070 programme.

Eco eel pass to lead the way for species migration in Cumbria

Work is underway to replace an outdated eel pass at Newby Bridge Weir to encourage better migration for the critically endangered European eel.

Young Futures Hubs to launch offering vulnerable young people lifeline

Vulnerable young people who are at risk of being drawn into gangs, violence or knife crime will be given the help they need when the first Young Futures Hubs get up and running later this year. 

Over 90% of SIA licence applicants satisfied with the process

91% of surveyed Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence applicants were satisfied with the application process.

West and East Midlands move into drought

Following the driest spring in 132 years, Environment Agency steps up operational response.

Misogynistic myths kicked out of classrooms to protect children

Government publishes final statutory relationships, sex and health education guidance for schools.

Greater compensation for victims of Miscarriages of Justice

Victims of miscarriages of justice will be eligible for greater compensation to rebuild their lives following a proposed increase in the compensation cap.

MHRA approves sebetralstat (Ekterly) to treat hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks in patients aged 12 and over

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today, 15 July 2025, approved sebetralstat (Ekterly) for the treatment of hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older. 

Birmingham fraudster spent part of Covid loan funds at safari park, restaurants and paying off personal credit card debt

Money from the loans was only supposed to be used for the economic benefit of the business

New Incoming CEO of the National Wealth Fund

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has today announced the new Chief Executive Officer of the National Wealth Fund.

More areas of country move into drought with dry weather set to continue

National Drought Group steps up operational response and asks people to play their part in managing the drought and use water wisely

Improved trade rules to boost business and growth across the UK

New changes to how the UK Internal Market Act works to benefit businesses across the four nations.

Reeves to cut financial red tape to boost homeownership

Red tape swept away in biggest financial regulation reforms in a decade to boost homeownership and put more money into people’s pockets through the government’s Plan for Change. 

Ofsted sets out measures to ensure steady and assured start to inspections under the renewed framework

Ofsted has today announced several measures to reassure education providers about the November roll-out of inspections under the renewed inspection framework.

Natural England promotes outdoor healthcare in Sussex

Novel partnership takes treatment into green spaces, with a level 3 qualification available