LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ann Phillips This appointment is from1 September 2025 to 28 February 2027. Ann Phillips is a leading charity lawyer with over 30 years' experience. She has advised charities nationally and internationally on charity law issues including significant large-scale projects and complex technical issues. From 2011 to 2014, she served as Chair of the Charity Law Association, leading its work contributing to developme...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Hussaini Charitable Trust was registered with the Commission in 2004 and is based in London. Its main activities are the advancement of Islamic culture and religion through educational means and providing support to the poor and sick. The charity entered the Commission's double-defaulter class inquiry for failing to submit its accounts for the financial years ending 31 March 2022 and 2023. During that inqui...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Frances Hill Having worked at the Bank of England since 2000, Frances Hill has been the Bank's Agent for Northern Ireland since 2008. In this role, she undertakes one-to-one confidential conversations with hundreds of businesses and community organisations in Northern Ireland across all sectors of the economy to form a well-rounded view of economic conditions. She is also the agency network's expert for employ...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As part of London International Shipping Week (LISW), yesterday the Maritime and Coastguard Agency hostedThe Future of UK Maritime: Skills, Technology and Sustainabilityat the House of Lords. With around 150 guests in attendance, the event was an opportunity to engage with experts across the MCA, highlighting why the UK is at the forefront of maritime regulations, innovation and technology. An opening address f...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Professor Richard FitzGerald has been appointed as a commissioner of the Commission on Human Medicines for 4 years from 8 September 2025. The appointment will involve a time commitment of approximately 22 days per year including 11 meetings. Remuneration for the roles will be at a rate of £325 per meeting. This appointment is made in accordance with the Cabinet Office Code of Governance for Public Appoint...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Scope and eligibility The British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica is seeking innovative proposals, of up to US$10,000, that demonstrate how open data can be utilised to create meaningful impact in Costa Rica. We welcome proposals from legally constituted non-governmental, non-profit, civil society and multilateral organisations based in Costa Rica that have proven experience in public data use, civic technolog...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Applications open today for new ideas to use AI and data to transform how the government works, from tackling benefit fraud to speeding up doctor's appointments and accelerating net zero * Previous winners pitched the use of AI and aerial images to map peatlands, helping preserve vital carbon stores and habitats, with the tech now used across England * Winners receive £50,000 in tech support to take their...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Basketball is one of the UK's fastest-growing sports, the second-most-popular team sport for young people, behind football, and reaches diverse communities across the country while promoting the importance of a healthy, active lifestyle. The NBA is one of the world's most recognisable brands, reaching far and wide across the UK as demonstrated by the fact that NBA fandom among adults in the country has increased...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: They discussed progress under the UK's Biodiverse Landscapes Fund, including initiatives in the Maya Forest and Trifinio region, and the completion of a UK-funded project supporting indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz. The establishment of the El Gavilan camp in Laguna del Tigre was highlighted as a key step in protecting the Maya Biosphere Reserve. They also explored opportunities linked to the Calakmul Bio...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Civil Service Fast Stream has triumphed at The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers Awards, taking the Number 1 spot ahead of all other graduate schemes across the country. The programme also took home the Best Public Sector Employer title. The ranking is based on research involving more than 15,000 final year students from universities across the UK, and sees the Fast Stream climb from second place last year....