Press Releases

UK calls out Russian occupation of Georgian territory

The UK has reaffirmed its support for Georgian sovereignty at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva and called out Russian occupation of Georgian territory

Crackdown on rogue traders selling vapes to children

The government has published a call for evidence to seek expert views on introducing new rules for retailers selling tobacco, vapes and nicotine products.

Millions of people to benefit from £20 million to keep local museums open and thriving

£20 million investment in civic museums to protect opening hours and jobs, as part of the government’s ongoing commitment to ensure museums can continue to tell our national story at a local level

Patients to benefit as UK and US regulators forge new collaboration on medical technologies and AI

Enhanced collaboration with the US on med tech regulation, with accelerated innovation, strengthened patient safety, and reduced transatlantic barriers to market access.

Joan Edgington to be appointed Infected Blood Memorial Committee Vice-Chair

Infected blood campaigner Joan Edgington will be appointed Vice Chair of the Infected Blood Memorial Committee.

Protecting communities and powering renewal: Over 24,000 homes and businesses protected from floods in first year

151 flood schemes delivered in 12 months to boost flood resilience across the nation and better protect more than 24,000 homes and businesses.

Environment Agency issue 17 drought permits to Yorkshire Water

The additional drought permits have been issued to Yorkshire Water to allow them to conserve water in reservoirs to secure public drinking water supplies.

PM statement on 7 October attacks

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on two years since the 7 October attacks.