Press Releases

Ministers bring together leaders to rewire youth crime prevention

Youth Justice Minister Jake Richards convened local leaders and experts in Manchester to tackle youth crime

Senior Traffic Commissioner launches consultation on local bus service performance standards

The Senior Traffic Commissioner for Great Britain has today launched a consultation to review how traffic commissioners assess the performance of local bus services, including punctuality, reliability and wider regulatory expectations.

DBS launches campaign to help parents and carers make informed decisions when hiring self-employed workers

DBS’ new ‘Every Check Helps’ campaign encourages parents and carers to consider DBS information alongside references, qualifications, experience and personal judgement when choosing someone to work with their child or vulnerable family member.

Boost for UK auto sector as McLaren unleashes £500m investment to help reindustrialise Britain

The UK’s automotive industry is set for a major boost as high-performance car manufacturer McLaren Automotive announces it will expand its UK footprint and create 1,000 new high-quality jobs by 2032.

Chair appointed to lead Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Trust inquiry

Chair to the public inquiry into mental health care at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV) appointed.

Chiltern Railways brought into public ownership

Chiltern Railways brought into public ownership with more daily services and more reliable journeys.

Directors warned to verify identities with Companies House following first Insolvency Service prosecutions

Court action highlights legal duty on directors to complete identity verification

Illegal waste site operator in Sheffield sentenced

The operator of a regulated waste facility in Sheffield who did not have an environmental permit has been handed a 39-week suspended prison sentence.

New Army accommodation completed at Upavon

Over 200 new bedspaces are being provided for Service personnel at Trenchard Lines as part of investment in Army accommodation.

Government unveils plans to unlock over 15,000 new homes

First plan under new Nature Restoration Fund to help deliver up to 15,780 new homes in Norfolk

Large Print, 2nd Report, UK International Climate Finance: Sustaining Commitments and Impact Amid a Shrinking Aid Budget

Select committee report

2nd Report - Zero sum game: How the UK can reframe the energy transition

Select committee report

2nd Report, UK International Climate Finance: Sustaining Commitments and Impact Amid a Shrinking Aid Budget

Select committee report

2nd Special Report - Jagged Justice: Prisons, Probation and Rehabilitation in Wales: Government Response

Special report