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Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Deal

Top Benefits for the UK-South Korea Free Trade Deal

Statement: FCDO summons Chinese Ambassador - 15 December 2025

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office protests the politically motivated prosecution of British national Jimmy Lai.

PM call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte: 15 December 2025

The Prime Minister spoke to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this afternoon ahead of the meeting in Berlin of European leaders and negotiators of the US-led peace plan this evening.

UK approves the first twice yearly biological medicine for asthma and severe chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of depemokimab under close review.

UK Space Agency goes global with 23 new projects

A new batch of 23 projects will strengthen international space partnerships, develop national capabilities and boost economic growth, the UK Space Agency announced today.

Rapid £140 million boost for drone and counter-drone tech from newly-formed UK Defence Innovation

UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) will invest over £140 million in drone and counter-drone technology in its first year of operation

IAA secures interim injunction against unauthorised adviser

Shazia Anjum is prohibited by the interim injunction from providing or advertising immigration advice and/or services under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.

Ofqual fines Pearson £2 million for rule breaches affecting thousands of students

Exam board issued more than £2 million in combined penalties for breaking Ofqual regulations in 3 cases.

European first as MHRA approves over-the-counter allergy treatment for adolescents aged 12 and over

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of fluticasone propionate under close review. 

Update from business groups on the Employment Rights Bill

Publication of correspondence between six key business organisations and the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on the Employment Rights Bill.

Festive foods and your medicines: MHRA shares advice to help you stay safe this winter

This holiday season, the MHRA is reminding people that some common festive foods can interact with medicines, altering how well they work or increasing the risk of side effects.

Over £1 billion for victims of domestic abuse to access support and rebuild their lives

More victims of domestic abuse will receive better protection through nearly £500 million as part of the forthcoming Violence Against Women and Girls strategy

Record £9.5 billion early years investment

Record £9.5 billion early years investment next year to help families access affordable childcare and boost growth by supporting parents back into work

Farmers lead the next wave of greener, smarter farming

New £2.3m fund backs 30 farm tech trials testing lower emission machinery, digital tools and peat-free compost to boost productivity and sustainability.

Major expansion of colleges to train next generation of workers

Local colleges set to receive £570 million to expand training facilities and places to train the next generation of skilled workers

Construction boss created false bank statement in bid to hide British Gas invoice fraud

Director sentenced for fraud and falsifying accounts

Keystage CIC grading under review

RSH is currently investigating matters which may indicate serious failings in the landlord delivering the outcomes of the Governance and Financial Viability Standard. 

Flat owners to get new rights to faster, more reliable broadband under government plans

Flat owners in England and Wales could get better access to fast, reliable broadband under new proposals set out in a government consultation.

Advice accepted on spring 2026 COVID-19 vaccination programme

The government has accepted advice on eligibility from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) for the spring 2026 COVID-19 vaccination programme. 

UK lands trade deal with South Korea to boost jobs and exports

UK lands momentous trade deal with South Korea to boost jobs and exports

MI6 Chief says the “front line is everywhere” in first speech, as the UK faces new “age of uncertainty”

In her first public speech, the new Chief of MI6 Blaise Metreweli will set out how MI6 is tackling new and emerging threats to the UK and its allies.

Latest Connect Fund round offers £500,000 to Northern Ireland community and voluntary groups

Round two of the Connect Fund opens for applications in New Year

Captain John Narbrough’s manuscript journal at risk of leaving the UK

A temporary export bar has been placed on a manuscript journal detailing Captain John Narbrough’s expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific

Working over Christmas? ‘Check Your Pay’

Seasonal workers encouraged to check their pay to ensure they're not out of pocket.

Joint statement on Ukraine: 15 December 2025

Statement by Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Frederiksen, President Stubb, President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Prime Minister Schoof, Prime Minister Støre, Prime Minister Tusk, Prime Minister Kristersson, Prime Minister Starmer, as well as President Costa and President von der Leyen on Peace for Ukraine.