Press Releases

Faster care for patients, less admin for NHS staff and new AI skills for key industries as Barnsley Tech Town takes next big step

People and businesses in Barnsley will gain AI skills and benefit from shorter hospital waiting lists through new government pilots in the UK’s first Tech Town.

Shadow fleet set to be interdicted in UK waters in latest blow to Russia

British military will be able to board shadow fleet vessels transiting UK waters as the UK steps up its pressure on Putin.

Competition to launch national forest in Ox-Cam Growth Corridor

The government has launched a competition to help deliver a second new national forest, as search begins for a location for a third

Farming and food leaders unite to drive growth in British agriculture

Ministers and industry leaders convene first Farming & Food Board to drive profitability and put farm productivity at the heart of government.

BMA resident doctors committee rejects landmark deal

Historic new deal for resident doctors would have seen more frequent and fairer pay rises and more training places from this year.

Minister’s Boston visit puts NI's tech sector in the spotlight

Minister Matthew Patrick visited Boston over St Patrick’s Day to champion NI's tech and innovation sector to US businesses, investors, and academic leaders.

Health devolution in Greater Manchester and South Yorkshire

Communities in Greater Manchester and South Yorkshire will benefit from a greater focus on preventative healthcare.

Better journeys ahead: governments agree framework for Scotland’s rail network ahead of the creation of Great British Railways

New framework strengthens Scotland’s rail decision‑making, protecting devolved powers and delivering clearer, more reliable services for passengers.

Better journeys ahead: agreement secured to benefit Welsh passengers under Great British Railways

New UK–Welsh rail agreement gives Wales a bigger say in services, working together to deliver better and more reliable journeys and with a commitment to providing bilingual customer information.

New consultation to help children to enjoy healthier diets

The government has opened a public consultation on applying the new nutrient profiling model to advertising and promotions restrictions.

Major boost for young people in Wales with 12 new Youth Hubs and devolved employment support funding announced

Young people in Wales are set to benefit from expanded employment support through a further 12 new Youth Hubs as the Government continues to provide opportunity across the country.

Boost to British jobs and skills with new deals to support thousands of defence boats

The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts with five suppliers to provide support services for the fleet of 3,000 smaller vessels used by Royal Navy, Army, RFA and MOD Police.

£1 billion invested in health protection as new Pandemic Strategy published

New Pandemic Preparedness Strategy has been published alongside the UK Government's response to the Covid-19 Inquiry Module 2 report.

Jobs, energy security and investment boost for Scotland

Major wind factory set for Scotland creating 500 skilled jobs through drive for clean, homegrown power.

Reforms to make it easier for overseas companies to move to the UK

Consultation launched on corporate re-domicilation

Cap on donations from overseas electors and ban on crypto donations to protect democracy

Landmark changes to protect UK democracy from scourge of foreign actors and financial influence are set to come into force.

Multi-billion-pound support deal agreed as part of major UK export win

The UK and Türkiye have signed a multi-billion-pound training and support contract, marking the next phase of the landmark Typhoon deal agreed in October 2025.

Government commits to introducing mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting for large employers

Minority ethnic groups and disabled people are to benefit as the government commits to introducing mandatory ethnicity and disability pay‑gap reporting for large employers.

Save on Easter childcare egg-spenses with Tax-Free Childcare

Families encouraged to use Tax-Free Childcare to save thousands on their childcare bills.

Change of British High Commissioner to Guyana: Joseph Fisher MBE

Mr Joseph Fisher MBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Guyana.

Tay Cities Region backed by up to £20 million from UK government to grow its thriving creative tech sector

Investment will back local talent advancing creative technologies like computer games and virtual reality to drive new products and grow the economy.

Health and Social Care Secretary welcomes large fall in NHS dissatisfaction

Survey shows the biggest drop in dissatisfaction in the NHS since 1998 as Health and Social Care Secretary pledges to do more to tackle underperforming trusts.

UK House Price Index for January 2026

The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Council first to get top consumer upgrade

The Regulator of Social Housing has published 21 regulatory judgements including a C1 consumer upgrade for Guildford Borough Council

UK Government and European Commission join forces to help protect Ukrainian cultural heritage

Culture Minister attends first UK-European Commission cultural high-level meeting to take forward commitment to collaborate on culture

Children and parents to pilot social media bans, time limits and curfews at home, as government tests next steps to give UK kids their childhood back

Government pilots social media bans, time limits and digital curfews in 300 teenage homes to inform national consultation on children's online safety.

Change of British High Commissioner to Tonga: Keith McMahon

Mr Keith McMahon MBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Kingdom of Tonga in succession to Mr Philip Malone LVO, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment.

Tens of thousands of sick and disabled people nearer to work with Government support

Tens of thousands of sick or disabled people are closer to work following a landmark programme introduced by this government, as part of its efforts to fix the broken welfare system it inherited.

First government-funded veteran centres launch

14 veteran support centres across the UK to receive up to £1m each to act as a single point of contact for local veterans

£1 billion to cut costs for businesses, drive growth and clean up UK roads

The Zero Emissions Truck and Van grants and the Depot Charging Scheme aim to help businesses make the switch to electric vans and trucks.

Nationwide plans announced to design safer streets as 9 in 10 women report feeling unsafe walking at night

New government guidance will be issued to councils to help them consider how to make their streets safer for women and girls.