Press Releases

New Town of Culture competition to shine a spotlight on the contribution of towns that tell national story

Towns encouraged to apply for new UK Town of Culture competition opening in the coming weeks

Public electric vehicle chargepoints surge 23% in just one year

There are now over 86,000 chargers on Britain’s roads, making it easier than ever for drivers to charge up and go. 

Major Vietnamese investment announced to boost British aerospace sector

Wings for 100 aircraft for Vietjet will be designed in Bristol and made in North Wales, supporting thousands of jobs and boosting the UK's economy.

Devon farmer jointly prosecuted over 'horror movie' conditions

Environment Agency and Trading Standards take action over allowing appalling animal health and environmental conditions at Honiton farm.

Public institutions to get faster access to best talent under streamlined rules

Changes set out by the government today will make recruiting board members of public institutions—including Ofcom, National Highways, the Civil Aviation Authority and the British Museum—quicker and more efficient, with the aim of securing the best possible talent.

Treasure Homes pays out over nursing home septic tank spills

The operator of a Bristol nursing home is counting the cost of ignoring repeated warnings about inadequate septic tank discharge for several years.

Boost for British Armed Forces as UK and Germany sign major contract for next-generation bridging equipment

UK and Germany sign new contract for world-leading bridging equipment in latest milestone for landmark defence partnership

Fake vehicle parts worth over £100,000 seized in major operation

Safety warning as more than 3,600 illegal parts seized by officials in South Gloucestershire self-storage raid.

UK and Qatar step up defence relationship with new agreement

Britain's security will be strengthened through a new defence agreement signed with Qatar.

PM meeting with General Secretary Tô Lâm of Vietnam: 29 October 2025

The Prime Minister welcomed General Secretary Tô Lâm of Vietnam to Downing Street yesterday.

Southampton Marine Services secures £3 million German cruise contract with UKEF support

The UK's largest independent ship repairer expands European operations thanks to the government's Export Working Capital Scheme.

Cornwall man must repay £72,500 for running illegal waste site

Cornishman Martin Harvey ignored warnings about his illegal business and his plans to unlawfully develop his land and was prosecuted by the Environment Agency.

Ofqual updates compliance policy for more agile regulation

Ofqual has updated its 'Supporting Compliance and Taking Regulatory Action' policy to ensure high standards in qualifications.

UK announces vital demining funding to clear routes and improve access for aid into Gaza

Additional explosive ordnance experts, equipment and education will be delivered to Gaza as the UK unveils further support for UNMAS.

UK announces sanctions against individual who funds the work of the IRGC

The UK government has today announced sanctions against Ali Aliakbar Ansari for his role in financially enabling the work of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

Fresh drive to boost Pension Credit take-up as new figures reveal large regional gaps in those receiving benefit worth around £4,300 a year

A new trial to boost Pension Credit take up is underway after analysis showed significant regional disparities in pensioners claiming the benefit, which can be worth over £100 a week. 

UK charters flights to help British nationals leave Jamaica following the impact of Hurricane Melissa

The UK is preparing flights to bolster commercial capacity and transport British nationals out of Jamaica

£55 billion R&D funding boost to unlock UK breakthroughs from health to clean energy

Funding boost for science and tech breakthroughs that improve lives, create jobs and grow our economy.

£17.3 million UK Government funding for Energy Transition Zone

£17.3 million further UK Government funding for Aberdeen Energy Transition Zone

Disabled people to shape Timms Review into Personal Independence Payment

Disabled people will be at the heart of the first ever full review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) following the appointment of two co-chairs, and the launch of a recruitment process for its wider steering group.