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UK pledges additional humanitarian support for Gaza

International Development Minister Baroness Chapman announced further UK funding for the UN humanitarian response in Gaza.

Electric car prices slashed as grant scheme expands to 13 more models

The Electric Car Grant will make owning an electric car cheaper and easier for people across the UK.

Scotland at the heart of defence investment as small and medium businesses get a seat at the table

The contribution of Scottish SMEs to the UK’s national security was recognised during a roundtable held yesterday at Edinburgh’s Queen Elizabeth House, chaired by Defence Minister Lord Coaker following his visit to the Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo.

£15 million refurbishment on Boston's Grand Sluice begins

Environment Agency begins refurbishing the Grand Sluice, which protects properties from flooding, supports navigation and helps with water supply.

Historic Hillsborough Castle to host high-level international meeting on Western Balkans

Northern Ireland’s historic Hillsborough Castle will provide the backdrop for a foreign ministers’ meeting on the Western Balkans later this year.

MHRA designated as WHO-Listed Authority: a milestone for UK life sciences and global health 

WHO recognition affirms MHRA’s commitment to regulatory excellence, innovation and global collaboration

Captain (Aqeed) Ahmed Al Badi receives Alexander Dalrymple Award

Head of the Oman National Hydrographic Office recognised for his contributions to hydrography by being awarded the 2025 Alexander Dalrymple Award