Press Releases

PM call with President Christodoulides of Cyprus: 3 March 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, this afternoon.

UK sends warship and drone-busting helicopters to the Eastern Mediterranean to protect Brits and allies in the region

HMS Dragon set to sail to the Eastern Mediterranean to defend British interests and support the collective self-defence of our allies.

Man jailed for ten years for convictions including selling prescription-only medicines worth more than £3.7million

A man who unlawfully supplied Class B and Class C controlled drugs and a range of unauthorised medicines has been sentenced at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court following an investigation by the MHRA’s Criminal Enforcement Unit. 

Yorkshire waste site has permit revoked

Mineral Processing Ltd at South Elmsall has had its environmental permit revoked after the Planning Inspectorate dismissed an appeal from the operator.

Export masterclasses to help Scottish businesses forge EU trade links

Events from Scotland Office in partnership with local chambers of commerce in Glasgow, Dundee, Edinburgh and Inverness will 'turn Scottish business export potential into reality'

Appointments: 3 March 2026

The King has been pleased to approve the following appointments.

Spring Forecast 2026: The right economic plan for Britain

The Chancellor has announced the Spring Forecast in Parliament

£271 million to clean up shipping and power coastal communities

This funding will boost skilled jobs and coastal economies, and forms part of a £448 million commitment to clean maritime funding.

TRA opens investigation into Chinese imports of titanium dioxide

The TRA has opened a new investigation into imports of titanium dioxide from China. Businesses affected by this investigation can register by 17 March 2026.

Clearer rules to support councils in fight against litter louts

Legally binding guidance gives councils powers to clamp down on litter louts.