Press Releases

Protect your home this Flood Action Week: five hardy plants to safeguard your garden

Green fingered tips to help improve flood resilience

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Libya: Martin Reynolds

Following his appointment in December 2024 to succeed Dr Martin Longden CMG OBE as His Majesty's Ambassador to the State of Libya, Mr Martin Reynolds CB CMG will now take up his new post during October 2025.

Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support

Veterans can now apply for and download a secure digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card via the GOV.UK One Login app.

AI tools that could detect diseases earlier selected for next phase of MHRA’s ‘AI Airlock’ programme

Seven emerging AI healthcare technologies have been selected for the second phase of the MHRA’s AI Airlock programme.

Record funding to protect Jewish communities

Security around synagogues and Jewish schools will be ramped up thanks to record levels of funding to protect communities and help targeted groups feel safe, the Prime Minister has announced today.  

TRA proposes maintaining duties on ammonium nitrate from Russia

The TRA has published its Statement of Essential Facts (SEF) in the transition review of anti-dumping duties on ammonium nitrate imported from Russia.

Review published setting new course for mainstreaming property flood resilience

The Review, led by Professor Peter Bonfield, brought together leaders from across various sectors who all have an important role in improving the PFR uptake.

Major work starts at Greatham Beck in Teesside

Construction has started on a £4m major restoration project that will return Greatham Beck to its traditional course after centuries of industrial changes.

Advanced manufacturer from Yorkshire drives export growth with £1.5 million government guarantee

High-voltage bar and coil manufacturer Preformed Windings Limited strengthens international competitiveness and creates new jobs following government-backed General Export Facility.

Homes England backs SME housebuilder Forge New Homes with £7 million loan

A £7 million loan from the Home Building Fund is supporting SME developer, Forge New Homes, to deliver 58 much-needed new homes at Welbeck Gardens in Bolsover, Derbyshire.

Second chance to comment on Personal Locator Beacon registration

A fresh consultation has been launched today (13 October 2025) for more people to have their say on proposals to make search and rescue response involving Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) more efficient and effective. 

Ground-breaking use of AI saves taxpayers’ money and delivers greater government efficiency

The government’s AI tool Consult analysed 50,000+ responses to the Independent Water Commission review in 2 hours, matching human accuracy and potentially saving 75,000 days of manual work each year.