Press Releases

New plans for Guildford flood defence scheme to go on show

Chance for public to have a say at local drop-ins later this month. Scheme will reduce flood risk and unlock potential for town centre regeneration

New chairs of Network Rail and DFTO named

Richard George and Sir Andrew Haines bring extensive experience to help improve passenger experience and operational performance we will see under Great British Railways.

New national forest in the OxCam Corridor moves a step closer

Bids must be able to demonstrate they have the capacity, experience, and knowledge to deliver a new national forest

65% rise in Self Assessment payments via the HMRC app

Self Assessment customers reminded of payment options as deadline approaches.

DWP Secretary of State appoints Skills Adviser

An expert adviser has been appointed to support the government's mission to unlock opportunities and drive economic growth through adult skills policy.

New plans to improve welfare for laying hens and lambs

New proposals to end the use of cages for laying hens and minimise pain during lamb castration and tail docking

Healthcare innovator appointed to Health Data Research Service

Healthcare industry innovator Dr Melanie Ivarsson has been appointed as CEO of the Health Data Research Service (HDRS) to accelerate medical breakthroughs.

UK and Ecuador join forces to tackle cocaine trade at source

UK Latin America Minister visits Ecuador to deepen security ties and work to disrupt cocaine trade at source