Press Releases

Action plan launched to build stronger communities

The government is launching a rallying call for action, setting out the first steps towards a more connected, cohesive and resilient United Kingdom

Government plans new powers to close down charities peddling extremism

Powers are in addition to an imminent consultation that will road-test plans to ban leaders who use their positions to promote violence or hatred

UK Government publishes Terms of Reference for Patrick Finucane Inquiry

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn MP, has today [09 March] announced the Terms of Reference for the Patrick Finucane Inquiry

Weekend voting and shopping centre polling stations to be trialled

Some voters in May local elections to cast their ballot in a shopping centre and on weekends as part of plans to make voting easier

Change of British High Commissioner to Samoa: Andrew Nethercott

Mr Andrew Nethercott has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Independent State of Samoa in succession to Mr Gareth Hoar CVO.

Businesses in Northern Ireland urged to prepare for smoother GB-NI and EU trade

Negotiations underway on UK-EU deal to make trade easier, cheaper and quicker, with Northern Ireland at the heart of the talks

Better community care thanks to nursing funding boost

Around 80,000 people will be better supported in the community following a 5.4% increase in funding for nursing care.

Infrastructure Pipeline update signals future workforce needs

Workforce demand data central to next Pipeline, giving investors and industry a clearer view to support long-term planning for skills and investment

IPO confirms continued funding for specialist IP crime unit

Three-year funding commitment alongside new industry partnership pilot.

Suffragan Bishop of St. Germans: 9 March 2026

The King has approved the nomination of The Reverend James Treasure BSc, to the Suffragan See of St. Germans, in the Diocese of Truro.

Businesses urged to take simple steps for smoother trade with the EU

Businesses are being urged to take simple steps to prepare for the landmark EU agri-food deal, that will cut costs, slash red tape and open up opportunities for exporters and importers.