Press Releases

Thousands of seafarers across the Channel set for better pay and protections under new government proposals

The new laws will extend and strengthen seafarer protections beyond UK territorial waters.

Faster support for children to get school ready as Tech Sec vows to better connect public services

New project launched to explore how better data-sharing can help ensure kids are school ready.

PM meeting with the family of Henry Nowak: 4 June 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with the family of Henry Nowak this afternoon at 10 Downing Street.

Adjuvanted trivalent influenza vaccine authorised for adults aged 50 and over

The adjuvanted trivalent influenza vaccine works by stimulating the immune system to produce its own protection against flu.

Miles Dorrington to retire as Traffic Commissioner for the West Midlands

Miles Dorrington, Traffic Commissioner for the West Midlands Traffic Area, is to retire from his role as a full-time Traffic Commissioner.

Research reveals strong satisfaction among heat pump trainees

94% of installers surveyed were either very satisfied or satisfied with the training received through the government's Heat Training Grant, new research shows.

Government hits 70% of pledge, two years into this parliament

Over 3,000 more special and secondary teachers and over 1,600 in further education, backed by a post-pandemic record of those choosing to train to teach.

Avian Influenza  Prevention Zone lifts as risk reduces 

The Avian Influenza Prevention Zones (AIPZs) in place across Great Britain will be lifted from noon 4 June 2026

Lex Greensill to be disqualified from acting as a company director in the UK for nine years

Financier to be banned until June 2035

New proposals to cut bills with community batteries

Families and businesses could benefit from cheaper energy through the use of community batteries.

Global cooperation brings breakthrough on first international Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code

Maritime and Coastguard Agency plays leading role in delivering regulatory confidence for industry.

Lord Mann's recommendations to tackle antisemitism accepted

Government to act on Lord Mann’s report about tackling racism and antisemitism in the NHS.

Regulator of Social Housing de-registers Pivotal Housing Association

Pivotal Housing Association to be removed from the register of social housing providers

Cheating in exams with high-tech smart devices poses growing threat, warns Ofqual chief in new podcast

Scale of the challenge should not be underestimated and requires speedy action, says Chief Regulator Sir Ian Bauckham.