LONDON, June 29 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thousands of hectares of vital peatland will be better protected and managed thanks to nearly £50 million in new funding announced today (Monday 29 June). This will help toreducecarbon emissions, better protect rural communities from the risks of wildfire and flooding, and supportlocal economies. England's peat soils store more than half the country's terrestrial carbonandare a powerfulnature-based solution...
LONDON, June 29 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * One month to go until the second Payments on Account deadline on 31 July. * The HMRC app is the quickest way to pay, with more than 110,000 payments made through the app since April. * Customers can set up payment plans to help spread the cost of their tax bill. With one month to go, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding millions of Self Assessment taxpayers to prepare for the 2025 to 2026 tax year second...
LONDON, June 28 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The government will repeal the Vagrancy Act tomorrow (Monday 29 June), bringing an end to nearly two centuries of legislation that has criminalised rough sleeping and begging. Originally introduced in 1824, the Vagrancy Act has been found to punish people simply for not having a home. As a result, it has pushed vulnerable people away from support, increased the risk of fines or criminal records and made it harde...
LONDON, June 28 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Over £500 million will be committed tocontinue thetransformation ofthe UK Commando Force,includingwithnew high-speed Commando Insertion Craft. * Defence Secretary has shifted Defence Investment Plan towards more immediate priorities, including getting the latest kit into the hands of military personnel on the frontline. * The DIP is expected to be publishedahead of the NATO Summitand set out funding to sup...
India, June 27 -- Hyderabad, June 27, 2026 - In a landmark moment for India's competitive exam preparation ecosystem, Vidyavriti a next-generation EdTech platform today goes live with India's first-ever All India CBT (Computer-Based Test) Mock Examination. Launching simultaneously for two of the country's most competitive government recruitment exams i.e. SSC CGL and IBPS PO. This initiative marks the first time any EdTech company has brought the actual exam experience to aspirants across Pan In...
LONDON, June 27 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Tens of thousands gather across the country to honour serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets and their families * Defence Secretary joins celebrations in Aldershot * Southport announced as location for 2027 Armed Forces Day national event * Photos available from Defence Imagery now, updated throughout today Tens of thousands of people have come together in Aldershot today and across the country to mar...
LONDON, June 26 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: London Universities Purchasing Consortium Industry: Installation services of guidance and control systems Description: Ravensbourne University London is pleased to invite your organisation to submit a tender for the initial advance works package associated with the Ravensbourne University London - BMS Upgrade Project. The project comprises a phased upgrade of the Univer...
LONDON, June 26 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) Industry: Event services Description: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting tenders from suitably experienced suppliers for the Provision of Marquees and Tents for NMDDC Events Department. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18136. Not reg...
LONDON, June 26 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: London Borough of Haringey Industry: Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services and Urban planning and landscape architectural services and Urban planning services and Landscape architectural services and Landscape gardening services Description: DPS1 1379 - Highway Pollard Tree Work Closing date: 2026-07-13T13:49:41+01:00 Contract duration: 2026...
LONDON, June 26 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Vallis & Hall Conservation Architects Industry: Roof Description: This notice is for participation in the pre-qualification selection process as the first stage for a competitive tender. The outcome of the PQQ process shall be a shortlist of 4-5 top scoring contractors. The works are to carry out the replacement of a lead roof to the south aisle the Grade I listed St Ni...