Press Releases

Councils supported to identify and support vulnerable teenagers

New data reveals 32,100 “Phantom NEETS” are being left to drift without help, with up to half of 16 and 17-year-olds unaccounted for in one area.

Landmark support for shipping innovation with publication of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) Code

New instrument paves the way to strengthening regulatory confidence for UK industry.

MHRA authorises gemcitabine delivery system for adults with BCG-unresponsive high-risk non-muscle invasive bladder cancer

As with any medicinal product, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of the intravesical delivery system containing gemcitabine under close review.  

Teachers to benefit from multi-year pay deal

School teachers to see pay boosted over the next 2 years, as part of 17% increase since the general election, backed by significant additional investment.

Public to have their say on National Lottery Good Causes

The government is launching a 12-week call for evidence asking the public to help shape the future of National Lottery Good Cause funding

MHRA secures convictions after a decade-long investigation into falsely marked baby-feeding devices

MHRA investigation secures fraud convictions linked to the supply of non-compliant medical devices.

Amber Rudd to lead review into safety and security of prisons

Former Home Secretary Amber Rudd will lead a major review to make prisons safer, tackle crime and deliver long-term reform that protects the public

Brighton’s first Youth Guarantee Jobs Fair sees hundreds of young people connect with local employers

More than 650 young people from across Brighton and the wider local area descended on the world-famous Brighton Centre to meet with some of the region's best-known employers yesterday (Tuesday 20th June).

Support registered charities to help earthquake aid efforts in Venezuela

The Charity Commission for England and Wales and the Fundraising Regulator offer advice on giving safely when looking to support the international aid effort.

Trade Secretary speech at UK-China Export Event

Business Secretary Peter Kyle spoke at the UK Session of the Big Market for All: Export to China event on 1 July 2026.

Improved family leave and flexible working to signal step change in support for women researchers

More than 50 UK organisations back charter to deliver paid family leave and flexible working support for women in research.

Strategy centre stage at this year’s REG Conference

The 2026 conference launches in Bermuda with focus on strategic planning and maritime matters

CMA opens probe into childcare sector

Review will consider the challenges families face finding suitable childcare as well as pressures on providers in England.

Welfare reforms saving taxpayer £1 billion come into force

Reforms to the Motability scheme come into force today (1 July 2026), saving taxpayers £1 billion by 2030 while protecting disabled people's access to cars, scooters and powered wheelchairs.

CFS named first international partner in UKAEA's LIBRTI programme

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is first international company to join UK national fusion laboratory’s flagship programme to test tritium blanket technologies.