Press Releases

Prime Minister announces seven new stations and major rail funding commitment

A generational UK Government commitment to modernise Welsh rail is set to support 12,000 jobs across Wales.

Environment Agency grants Rathlin Energy permit

Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Rathlin Energy Ltd, following a public consultation on the Agency’s ‘minded to’ decision.

Sri Lanka looks to join Global Charter on Children’s Care Reform to boost family-based care

Thousands of children could be protected in Sri Lanka, as the country signs a letter of intent to join the UK-led Global Charter for Children’s Care Reform, during a visit to Colombo by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy today (Tuesday 17th February 2026).

New £11M fund opens to support jobs, growth and investment in Port Talbot

The newly-opened Economic Growth and Investment Fund is designed to support companies that offer skilled, well-paid employment opportunities and help them grow.

Takeaway owner who bought Apple and Burberry goods instead of paying tax bill ordered to repay more than £70,000

Convicted takeaway boss ordered to pay back funds following Insolvency Service investigations

£400 cash boost for disabled adults to tackle cost of living

150,000 disabled adults to keep £400 more cash each year to help with cost of living, and £700 million to support tens of thousands of home adaptations.

Joint statement on the 2nd anniversary of Alexei Navalny`s death

Joint likeminded statement on the occasion of the second anniversary of Alexei Navalny`s death on 16 February 2024.

PM call with Prime Minister Carney of Canada: 16 February 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney.

PM meeting with King Abdullah II and the Crown Prince of Jordan: 16 February 2026

The Prime Minister met His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan and His Royal Highness Hussein bin Abdullah, Crown Prince of Jordan in Downing Street.

Mobile Jobcentres hit the road in six new areas to deliver employment support

Jobseekers are to benefit from the roll-out of mobile jobs vans across Great Britain – appearing outside leisure centres, supermarkets and even football stadiums.

Businesses urged to “lock the door” on cyber criminals as new government campaign launches

A new campaign to provide practical ways for organisations to protect themselves from common online threats.