Press Releases

Independent research finds Ofsted’s new-look inspections are more collaborative and respectful

A year after new-look inspections began, most education providers feel generally positive about their experience under Ofsted’s renewed education inspection framework (EIF), according to independent research published today.

“I have real hope that Britain can come together to defeat dementia", PM

PM to announce £48 million industry partnership to back dementia research and speed up the development of new treatments.

Clampdown on dangerous homes to protect more tenants and families

Private renters are next to benefit from the protections of Awaab's Law. A government consultation is now open, looking at how to implement these new rights.

New Kyiv Business Centre opens in Ukraine

The inaugural meeting has been held at the centre, which provides a permanent foothold in Ukraine for UK companies.

PM meeting with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 8 October 2026

The Prime Minister met Chancellor Friedrich Merz of Germany in Berlin today.

"You cannot wait us out" Miliband tells Putin during first visit to Ukraine as Foreign Secretary

Ed Miliband reaffirms UK's unwavering backing for Ukraine on first visit as Foreign Secretary as he meets both President Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha.

£1bn German investment to deliver 4,000 affordable homes across the UK

Prime Minister Andy Burnham today welcomed £1bn of new investment in affordable homes across the UK.

Green Hill Solar Farm development consent decision announced

The Green Hill Solar Farm DCO application has today been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Major infrastructure upgrade starts at Wellington Barracks

Demolition work is underway at Wellington Barracks, Westminster.

Joint UK-Germany Statement - Berlin, 8 October 2026 

Joint UK-Germany Statement - Berlin, 8 October 2026.

£33.2 million to protect public from future epidemics and pandemics

£33.2 million will fund 8 vaccine projects targeting deadly diseases, strengthening UK pandemic preparedness and helping protect people worldwide.

UKAEA, General Fusion announce Magnetised Target Fusion milestone

General Fusion completes the first major technical milestone of its LM26 programme with world-first fusion result co-authored by UKAEA.

First ever UK-Germany tech corridor unlocks investment, jobs and opportunity for British business

New Industrial Tech Corridor will help companies in both countries to strike partnerships that drive investment, new jobs and adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

Report 11/2026: Unsafe movement of locomotives being coupled on the Bluebell Railway

RAIB has today released its report into an unsafe movement of locomotives being coupled on the Bluebell Railway, East Sussex, 9 August 2025.

Starting early is key to less stress around Self Assessment

Customers encouraged to start their Self Assessment tax return well ahead of the 31 January deadline.

Noodle bar boss sentenced after ignoring company director ban and using false employment document

His wife was also sentenced for helping him defy his director ban

CMA considers proposals to address concerns over cash machine deal

Remedies offered by Brink’s to address competition concerns over its acquisition of NCR may be accepted.

New Director joins government department

A new Non-Executive Director has joined the Government Property Agency

Trawsfynydd takes next step towards Reactor Height Reduction

NRS has handed over responsibility of the reactor buildings area to Costain, paving the way for the next phase of one of the major decommissioning projects.

Drought permit granted to support Wimbleball Reservoir

The Environment Agency has issued a drought permit to South West Water to help secure the public water supply at Wimbleball Reservoir.

Foreign Secretary statement on the UK's diplomatic presence in Jerusalem

Following discussions with the Government of Israel, our Consulate General building will not be closing, and will be known as the UK Mission, Jerusalem from today