LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The meeting highlighted key achievements and ongoing initiatives under De León's leadership, including policies focused on violence prevention, citizen security, and democratic governance. The Ambassador praised the Vice Minister's efforts to addressing extortion and gang activity, improving prison oversight, and promoting social programs to prevent youth recruitment into criminal networks. The Ambassador...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Thousands of jobs on the horizon with new training and apprenticeship routes expected to be created as new taskforce announced.    * Universities across the region, skills providers and industry leaders to fast-track planning, investment and site development for the North East's AI Growth Zone.  * Spades expected in the ground within weeks as Technology Secretary brings together l...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thousands of teenagers in some of the country's most deprived and under-represented areas are being inspired by their peers to apply for university through personalised letters in the post. The letters contain real-life success stories written by current university students with similar upbringings, showing how it is possible to break the link between background and success. Almost 10,000 pupils at schools and...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Children aged 2 to 11 at Mousehole Primary School picked up their paintbrushes in the first week of term for a special creative day, transforming construction hoardings into works of art as part of major flood defence improvements at the school. Pupils' artwork will become part of the hoardings used to screen off construction work The immersive painting event allowed pupils to put their personal stamp on the t...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) has outperformed the national average across all major themes in the 2025 National Police Wellbeing Survey, underlining the strength, professionalism and commitment of its people. Compared to other Home Office forces, CNC colleagues reported higher levels of motivation, engagement and skills, with a clear sense of purpose in their roles. Teamwork and trust were highlighted a...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Mars UK's signing of the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) demonstrates their dedication to those who serve and have served in the UK's armed forces. The signing ceremony was attended by Lt Col Tom Spencer-Smith, Commanding Officer, 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards and Defence's co-signatory of the Covenant, alongside representatives from Mars UK. Reservists and members of the organisation's Armed Forces Network also wi...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * 575,200 people on a low income have opened a Help to Save Account. * People can save up to £50 a month and get a 50% bonus on top. * Part of Government's mission to grow the economy and deliver on our Plan for Change. Help to Save customers have received more than £220 million in bonus payments, and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is encouraging those eligible to sign up to take advantage of the schem...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Kevin joined the UK Atomic Energy Authority Constabulary in 1987 as an operational officer and Authorised Firearms Officer (AFO) at Risley. His early career saw him move into detective work, first as a Detective Constable with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at Capenhurst, where he was promoted to Detective Sergeant. He assumed responsibility for all force CID matters, enhancing his expertise through...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Too many children in custody are spending long periods in their rooms, missing education, and experiencing unsafe environments where violence and poor behaviour management remain common. Yet again, the Children in Custody 2024-25 report by HM Inspectorate of Prisons paints a stark picture of life for children in secure settings which I have serious concerns about. As the strategic leaders in youth justice, at ...
LONDON, Sept. 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today (Wednesday 24 September 2025) the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) published regulatory judgements for ten social landlords. Following a planned inspection, RSH has given Southend-on-Sea City Council a C3 grade, meaning it has not met the outcomes of the consumer standards and needs to make significant improvements. RSH found that the council: * Had not completed electrical safety tests for all commun...