Press Releases

UK and Irish Governments to reaffirm security cooperation and commitment to Legacy at BIIGC 

The British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference (BIIGC) will be held today [Thursday 30 April] at Hillsborough Castle

Northumberland illegal waste site shut down

The Environment Agency has blocked access to land in rural Northumberland following reports of illegal dumping and burning of waste.  

English Devolution Bill receives Royal Assent

Act follows on from the English Devolution White Paper, which set out government agenda for devolution.

MHRA hires top global tech talent to transform systems behind regulation of medicines and medical devices

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Bonander as its new Chief Digital and Technology Officer (CDTO).

Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law

The next generation will be smoke-free as Tobacco and Vapes Bill is granted Royal Assent.

Seven sentenced after MHRA investigation uncovers £1.8m illegal medicines and steroids network

An MHRA-led investigation has exposed a £1.8 million illegal medicines and steroids network, leading to seven men being sentenced.

Retirement boost of £29,000 awaits millions as landmark Pension Schemes Act becomes law

Over 20 million workers are set to get more from every pound they save towards retirement thanks to the passing into law of historic pensions legislation today, Wednesday 29 April 2026.

Ministry of Defence Police appoints new Deputy Chief Constable

Following the appointment of Chief Constable Kier Pritchard in January, the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) has appointed Simon Dobinson as their new Deputy Chief Constable.

Call for evidence into antisemitism in schools and colleges

Government-commissioned independent review launches call for evidence as part wider government commitment to strengthen social cohesion and tackle prejudice.

UK tests defence supply chains under war conditions in major exercise

Major wargame exercise brings together leading defence companies to test supply chain resilience under wartime pressure.

South East Water given £76,000 penalty for water supply breach

Human error blamed as enough water to fill 300,000 baths taken without Environment Agency licence

Two local authorities get consumer upgrades

Castle Point Borough Council and North Kesteven District Council both received consumer upgrades in the latest RSH regulatory judgements