Press Releases

Prime Minister pledges growth in every postcode across whole of UK as he visits Scotland

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will pledge to deliver growth in every postcode across the UK as he visits Scotland during his first week in office.

PM call with Prime Minister Meloni of Italy: 22 July 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, this evening.

PM call with Prime Minister Carney of of Canada: 22 July 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney, this evening.

River restoration project to reduce flood risk in Shipley

River restoration project at Northcliffe Dike in Shipley to improve water quality, increase biodiversity and help reduce the risk of flooding in the area.

£4.5million to improve Berkshire maternity and neonatal services

Mothers and babies in focus as £4.5million funding rolled out to improve Berkshire maternity and neonatal services

Power of Youth Charter gives young people a voice in government

DCMS becomes the first central government department to sign the Power of Youth Charter

Kent waste operator loses environmental permit

Fire-risk among Environment Agency’s many concerns

EA commences criminal proceedings against Southern Water

Four former employees from Southern Water, including the former Chief Executive Officer Matthew Wright, face a charge of conspiracy to defraud.

UKAEA Group signs Armed Forces Covenant

UKAEA Group has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, demonstrating its commitment to supporting UK military, veterans, and their families.

Business Secretary: “I'm backing investment and innovation to power good growth in every corner of the UK”

New Business Secretary at Farnborough International Airshow to set out stall to go further and faster for growth by commercialising science and innovation to deliver for every postcode.

UK House Price Index for May 2026

The UK HPI shows house price changes for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

£708 million to accelerate UK next-generation air combat technology

Thousands of British workers will accelerate development of advanced technologies for use by the Royal Air Force, following a £708 million investment announced today. 

Cheaper travel for millions with a third off fares

Millions of people will save a third on bus travel as Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces a cap on single bus tickets at £2 during his first week in office. 

3rd Special Report - Higher Education and Funding: Threat of Insolvency and International Students: Government Response

Special report

3rd Report - Youth employment, education and training

Select committee report

Large Print - 3rd Report - Youth employment, education and training

Select committee report