Press Releases

PM: Farmers should not carry the risk of a changing climate alone

Farmers across England will receive new support to help manage the impact of prolonged dry weather, including a £65 million funding boost, as the government steps up its response to the ongoing drought.

Emergency Alert to be sent to England and Wales as Government steps up wildfire response with funding, military support and BBQ ban

People across England and Wales will receive an Emergency Alert on their phones today as the Government steps up action to protect communities from the growing threat posed by wildfires.

Environmental permit variation granted to Drax Power Limited

The Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Drax Power Limited in Yorkshire.

Leeds freight company with unpaid international debts shut down

Company had shipping debts in the United States, Europe and UK

Review launched to shape pathway to reach zero emission driving by 2035

Submit your views on the ZEV Mandate review consultation by 23 October 2026.

Two new non-executive directors appointed to the DVSA board

Heidi Alexander, Secretary of State for Transport, has appointed 2 new non-executive directors to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) board.

Vimseltinib (romvimza) approved for use in adults to treat tenosynovial giant cell tumours

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of vimseltinib (romvizma) under close review.

Livestock keepers urged to be on high alert and consider vaccination as Bluetongue cases rise

Bluetongue virus infections continue to rise due to favourable weather conditions