Press Releases

Fuel Finder now helping drivers shop around for the best deals

A growing number of apps and websites are displaying prices from Fuel Finder.

Simpler household recycling rules come into force across England

Simpler Recycling to end years of confusion and deliver consistent collections

Support for Keep Britain Working ramps up across employers and regions

The number of employers and mayoral authorities committed to tackling one of the biggest issues facing the labour market has more than doubled since the publication of the Keep Britain Working Review in November 2025.

Inspections target smashed with 10,000 health checks on water network

Environment Agency completes record number of water company inspections driving improved performance across the sector

Largest ever enforcement workforce protecting waterways from pollution

Environment Agency water enforcement team increases by almost fivefold since 2023

Government outlines proposed reforms of Industry Training Boards to boost skills

Industry voices and stakeholders are being asked to shape the future of skills training as a new consultation proposes the merger of construction and engineering construction training boards.

Hundreds of Best Start Family Hubs open nationwide

More parents can save hundreds of pounds through free services, as over 200 Best Start Family Hubs open nationwide this week, helping with the cost of living.

Major breakthrough in improved insurance products for female sports stars

The sports and insurance sectors have come together to improve the insurance cover for sportswomen

Paris and London reaffirm their commitment to food security, high standards and closer bilateral cooperation

Environment Secretary meets the French Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty in Paris on 12 February

Pupils, patients and public sector workers to prosper through local food procurement

Selection of local authorities in England awarded £155,000 each to improve food procurement practices

New joint Chief Executives of Office for Students to steer sector

Ruth Hannant and Polly Payne have been appointed joint CEOs of the higher education regulator.

Businessman who remains in Spain despite prison sentence banned as company director

Director banned until 2033

Not so Quick

The Traffic Commissioner for the East of England, Richard Turfitt, has taken regulatory action against HGV Quick Transport Ltd and its Transport Manager, Sergiu Florin Leho, following a series of significant compliance failures uncovered during DVSA investigations.

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Iceland: Jane Stevens

Mrs Jane Stevens has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Iceland in succession to Dr Bryony Mathew.

Cycle training and walk to school programmes among £108 million active travel funding boost

Funding to remove barriers to active travel for people of all ages and backgrounds.