Press Releases

Barnsley residents to get practical AI training to help them find work and build future careers

Two new schemes will launch in Barnsley to help residents use AI in simple, practical ways, from applying for jobs to preparing for interviews.

Every care leaver to have someone in their corner after review

£25 million investment to help thousands more care leavers access homes with support and connection.

PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 24 August 2026

The Prime Minister met the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in Kyiv today following a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing.

Historic council housebuilding comeback to help families into secure homes

The government announces its first wave of funding from its £39bn Social and Affordable Homes Programme.

Joint Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Ukraine on a UK-Ukraine Artificial Intelligence Partnership

Joint Declaration of intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Ukraine on a UK-Ukraine Artificial Intelligence Partnership.

New partnership set to see the UK and Ukraine develop battle winning technology as Britain secures access to Ukraine's Avengers AI Labs

A landmark AI deal between the UK and Ukraine has been signed today as the two countries join forces to develop new military capabilities and the technology of the future.

Waste site cleared after illegal dumping investigation

An illegal waste site in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, has been cleared following a successful court case brought by the Environment Agency.

Co-chair’s statement of the Coalition of the Willing: 24 August 2026

The leaders of the Coalition of the Willing convened today in Kyiv and by video conference to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the restoration of the Independence of Ukraine.

Defence Secretary champions innovation on visit to largest Navy base in Western Europe

Defence Secretary visits Devonport Naval Base to see some of the latest equipment used by the Royal Marines and UK Commando Force.

Victims and survivors of rape and sexual abuse to be supported

Rape Crisis England & Wales awarded £8.7m government funding to provide round-the-clock confidential support for survivors and victims of sexual violence

Treasury to call time on uncertainty for pubs and hotels

Pub and hotel valuations will be made fairer as the government takes a further step to back the businesses that help drive growth in every postcode.

NRS Harwell marks 80 Years of history and innovation

This year, Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) is celebrating a remarkable milestone as the Harwell site marks its 80th anniversary.

Northern Ireland Secretary to emphasise importance of UK-Irish economic ties in first visit to Dublin

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, the Rt Hon Sir Chris Bryant, is in Dublin today (Monday 24 August).

PM meeting with Prime Minister Frieden of Luxembourg: 23 August 2026

The Prime Minister spoke to Luc Frieden, the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, on the train into Kyiv.

PM meeting with President Costa of the European Council: 23 August 2026

The Prime Minister met the President of the European Council Antonio Costa on the train to Kyiv, as the two leaders travelled into the city to mark Independence Day.