Press Releases

Ancient Cornish moors gain National Nature Reserve status

A unique Cornish moorland landscape shaped by thousands of years of history becomes a National Nature Reserve for local people and visitors to enjoy

UK and Poland set to sign major defence and security treaty as PM steps up relationship with Europe to keep nation safe

The UK is set to sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland to protect British borders, tackle organised crime, bolster collective defences and deepen cooperation with the European Union.

UK cracks down on backdoor Russian sanctions evasion with tough new measures

Crypto and illicit finance networks exploited by Russia to circumvent UK sanctions are being targeted as the government ramps up pressure on Putin’s war machine to support Ukraine.

New action against hidden childcare costs to help families

Education Secretary writes to the CMA to examine the childcare market and launches a free tool helping families find childcare and budget for costs.

Scarborough man prosecuted for supplying fake reference to SIA

Michael Fenwick produced a fraudulent employment reference during his application for an SIA licence, leading to his conviction.

Attorney General refers Fordingbridge Three cases to Court of Appeal

The Attorney General has made the decision to refer the cases of the Fordingbridge Three to the Court of Appeal.

UK Government releases a further £102.6 million for reform of NI public services

Secretary of State Hilary Benn MP has announced the release of £102.6 million by the UK Government to support public service transformation in Northern Ireland

Third new national forest to bring nature closer to communities

Government commits up to £7.5 million and calls for delivery partners to submit bids to help deliver landmark new forest covering more than 200 square miles