Press Releases

Development Minister sets out new UK approach to development at G20 meeting in South Africa

The UK is resetting its relationship with countries in the Global South and helping countries exit the need for aid, as Baroness Chapman attends the G20 Development Ministerial Meeting in South Africa.

Man who assaulted and killed a dog walker has sentence increased

A man who sexually assaulted and murdered a woman walking her dog in a random attack has had his sentence increased after the Solicitor General intervened.  

AUKUS treaty deepens UK-Australia defence partnership to generate £20 billion in trade and create 7,000 new jobs

Foreign Secretary and Defence Secretary in Australia alongside UK’s Carrier Strike Group - demonstrating government’s commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

PM statement on Gaza: 24 July 2025

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on Gaza.

Consultation opens on Angus Fire permit application

Angus Fire Limited has applied to the Environment Agency to vary its environmental permit to reduce chemical contamination on its site at High Bentham.

Peak District Ravine Woodlands Restored with 84,000 Trees

Over 84,000 native trees have been planted across the Peak District Dales to combat ash dieback disease.

Electric boost: EV chargepoints in the UK grow by 27% in a year

News follows last week’s announcement that drivers will soon enjoy discounts of up to £3,750 on new electric cars.

New flood warning service rolled out across Greater Manchester

Flood warning service expanded to provide early warning of flooding to communities in Cheadle, Stockport and Platt Bridge. Residents can register for free.

Business leaders welcome the UK-India Free Trade Agreement

Business leaders have strongly welcomed the signing of the UK-India Free Trade Agreement.

SFO charges six in complex pension fraud investigation

Suspected criminality involves £75 million invested into storage units.

New services announced for Self Assessment customers as payment deadline approaches

New services coming for Self Assessment customers to improve registration and stopping Self Assessment processes as well as make it easier to appeal penalties.

Yellow Card centre launched in Northern Ireland to strengthen patient safety

A new regional centre to promote Yellow Card reporting has been launched in Belfast today.

Cumbria project named finalist in global river restoration awards

Cumbrian River Restoration Partnership Programme selected as finalist in the Thiess International Riverprize Awards. Winner announced in Brisbane in September.

Prime Minister secures thousands of British jobs and £6 billion in investment and export wins as historic trade deal with India signed

Today, the Prime Minister will welcome nearly £6 billion in new investment and export wins.

Andy King appointed to lead Companies House

New Chief Executive will start in post from September, taking on the role from retiring CEO Louise Smyth.

Holidaymakers heading to Europe urged to help protect British farmers by not bringing back meat and dairy products

Call for holidaymakers to follow rules introduced to help protect farmers from Foot and Mouth

Charles Donald to step down as UK Government Investments CEO next year

Charles Donald stepping down after successfully leading UKGI as its CEO since early 2020.

Rail passengers in the North to benefit from simpler fares and cheaper tickets thanks to public ownership

This initiative will expand the availability of advance rail tickets across publicly owned operators, to provide more options for people travelling across the North.