Press Releases

UK secures £840m in valuable fishing opportunities for 2026

Agreements between the UK, EU, Norway and other coastal states secure access to over 80 stocks for British fishing industry

UK "All In" on AUKUS submarine and tech delivery as partnership powers full steam ahead

The Defence Secretary met with his US and Australian counterparts in the United States to discuss the progress on AUKUS.

Yorkshire moves into drought recovery following recent rain

Yorkshire is moving into recovery status following drought as of 10 December 2025.

PM call with President Trump of the United States, President Macron of France and Chancellor Merz of Germany: 10 December 2025

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States, Donald Trump, the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz today.

Almost a million young people to benefit from expanded support, new training, and work experience opportunities

Almost one million young people will benefit from learning or employment opportunities as a result of a major £820 million funding package.

50,000 more young people to benefit from apprenticeships as Government unveils new skills reforms to get Britain working

The £725 million package of reforms to the apprenticeship system will help to tackle youth unemployment and drive economic growth, with thousands more young people expected to benefit over the next three years.

Appointment of the Suffragan Bishop of Grimsby: 10 December 2025

The King has approved the nomination of the Venerable Jean Ann Burgess, MA, to the Suffragan See of Grimsby, in the Diocese of Lincoln.

Great British Energy backs Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

Great British Energy backs renewable schemes in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Charity Commission opens inquiry into Blackpool anti-poverty charity

The regulator is investigating Blackpool’s Voice over financial and governance concerns.

Thousands to get free digital training so everyone has the chance to shop around for cheaper deals online

Free support to get people online is rolling out in communities in every region of the country.

Government acts to strengthen fairness and transparency in combinable crops contracts

Consultation launched to review contract practices in the combinable crops sector, building on Fair Dealing reforms in dairy, pigs, eggs and fresh produce sectors.

Government unveils ambitious plan to tackle youth isolation crisis and deliver real life opportunities

Government plans will offer young people somewhere to go, something meaningful to do, and someone who cares about their wellbeing in moves to strengthen their connections in real life

Government to prioritise UK medical graduates for training places

The government will prioritise UK medical graduates for training places from 2026 as part of efforts to bring an end to industrial action by resident doctors.

Seven boat registration reoffenders back in court for more fines

Additional first-time offenders bring recent hearing payments to £27,541. More to come as summer patrols serve 68 notices.

HMRC announces finalists in competition to help close the tax gap

Two finalists announced as part of HMRC's data competition.

Political Peerages December 2025

The King has been graciously pleased to signify His intention of conferring Peerages of the United Kingdom for Life upon the undermentioned:

Government boosts opportunity for Deaf people with refreshed BSL Advisory Board

Deaf people are to benefit from a refreshed British Sign Language (BSL) Advisory Board as the government appoints a new co-chair and members to boost opportunity for Deaf and disabled people across the UK.