Press Releases

Government backs family reunions for children in care

Children in care and care leavers to be supported to build lifelong relationships, with £8.4 million delivered to expand Family Finding programmes

PM meets mayors in drive to get Britain building and take on blockers

Mayors from across England will meet with the Prime Minister today (4 June) as the government accelerates its drive to kickstart growth and deliver for working people.

PM call with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 3 June 2026

The Prime Minister held a virtual meeting with the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy this afternoon.

UK launches expert network to boost Ebola response and global crisis readiness

UK launches MHRN to boost outbreak response, deliver rapid expert advice and support Ebola efforts, and funds £5 million research into diagnostics and treatments.

PM tribute to Sir Alex Younger

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's tribute to Sir Alex Younger on the news of his death.

Resmetirom (Rezdiffra) authorised to treat metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) in adults

Resmetirom is used in adults who have experienced inflammation and cell damage, resulting in scarring.

New permit issued for Beddington energy-from-waste site

Decision follows extensive review and two rounds of public consultation. Rigorous assessments in place to protect the environment and health

Statement: Foreign Office summons Russian Ambassador - 3 June 2026

The Russian Ambassador was summoned for a meeting following continued strikes on Ukraine, and Russia's violation of NATO airspace last week after a drone hit a Romanian residential building.

Universal theme park to be UK’s most popular tourist attraction

The Universal United Kingdom Resort, one of the largest ever investments in the UK tourism sector, will employ thousands and entertain millions of people.

10 million free breakfasts served in schools across country

Over five million hours of childcare have been unlocked thanks to the government's Free Breakfast Club programme

Brand new dental school places in 'dental deserts'

Patients set to benefit from the first sustained expansion of dental school places in nearly 20 years.

Change of British High Commissioner to Belize: Alistair White

Mr Alistair White has been appointed British High Commissioner to Belize.

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Djibouti: David Hall

Dr David Hall has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Djibouti.

Transformational Cambridge East land acquisition to unlock a new community of 10,000+ homes, 9,000 jobs and significant economic growth

Homes England, with its National Housing Bank, and The Hill Group have today completed the acquisition of Cambridge East, a strategic site that will support the delivery of more than 10,000 new homes, thousands of jobs and a thriving new community.

UK–Ghana Growth Partnership to drive jobs, investment and skills

UK–Ghana Growth Partnership (2026 to 2028) aims to boost jobs, trade, infrastructure and skills through major investments and private sector–led growth initiatives.

Sir Ian Cheshire confirmed as new Ofcom chair

Sir Ian Cheshire has been announced as Chair of Ofcom, the UK's independent regulator for communications.

PM meeting with President Mahama of Ghana: 2 June 2026

The Prime Minister met President Mahama of Ghana in Downing Street.

PM meeting with the leader of the Belarusian opposition: 3 June 2026

The Prime Minister hosted the leader of the Belarusian opposition, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, at Downing Street yesterday.

Social Security Advisory Committee membership June 2026

Security Advisory Committee welcomes one new member and reappoints 2 existing members.

RSH publishes its quarterly survey for Q4 January to March 2026

Investment in the sector remains robust, with landlords able to access the funding needed to support investment in new and existing homes

CMA secures fairer deal for publishers and improves Google search services in UK

Conduct requirement introduced today gives publishers more control and stronger bargaining power over the use of their content.