FIRST V LEVELS SUBJECTS REVEALED AS PART OF LANDMARK REFORMS

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Young people will be able to take the very first V Levels ineducation, finance,anddigitalin 2027, under landmark reforms to help young peoplesecurewell-paid jobs. Too many young people have been held back by a system that didn't value every route to success. That's why the government has introduced V Levels, which offer transformational new qualifications - equivalent to an A level - with learning designed arou...


TECH COMPANIES MUST GO 'ABOVE AND BEYOND' TO PROTECT WOMEN AND GIRLS FROM ONLINE ABUSE OR FACE FURTHER ACTION

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government tells tech companies to go further and faster in implementing safety measures to protectwomen and girls online * Warning comes after government takes decisive action to tackle online violence and Ofcom issues practical guidance to tech firms * Tech Secretary encouragesOfcom to report on which companies are failing to actsoon as possible, to inform women and girls which platforms decide not to protec...


FINAL DECISION ON DISPUTED PRICE CONTROLS FOR 5 WATER COMPANIES

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Group hasallowed anexpectedaverage increase of 2.2% in customer bills,nearly halfof which is due to market movements * Some extra money also granted to improve services, tacklepollutionand secure investment * 83%of increases sought bywatercompaniesrejected-companies have been allowed lessadditionalrevenue than in the group's provisional ruling Background A price control sets the amount of revenue com...


CHANGE OF AMBASSADOR TO THE EUROPEAN UNION

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dame Caroline Wilson DCMG has been appointed Ambassador to the European Union in succession to Mr Lindsay Croisdale-Appleby CMG, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Dame Caroline will take up her appointment during August 2026. Curriculum Vitae Full name: Caroline Elizabeth Wilson Year Role 2020 to 2025 Beijing, His Majesty's Ambassador 2016 to 2019 FCO, Europe Director 2012...


RECRUITMENT FOR A SENIOR VETERINARY PHARMACOVIGILANCE ASSESSOR

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have a vacancy for a Senior Veterinary Pharmacovigilance Assessor Job Title Senior Veterinary Pharmacovigilance Assessor Grade G7 Salary & Pension £62,000 per annum with Pension Scheme Annual Leave entitlement Commencing at 25 days Role This exciting and high-impact job puts you at the heart of post-authorisation surveillance of veterinary medicines for the UK market and plays a major role in a...


TOUGH NEW RULES FORCE SUPPLIERS TO FIX FAULTY SMART METERS

LONDON, March 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Energy suppliers forced to fix faulty smart meters as soon as possibleor facefines andpenalties * Cutting wait timetono more than 90 daysso households can save money on bills * Builds on £40 compensation if consumers face issueswhile gettinga smart meterinstalled Families will save money on bills through new obligations that energy suppliers will fix their smart meter more quickly, cutting waitin...


UK Tender Notice: Framework Re-opening for Prevention and Support Services related to HIV, STIs and other BBVs

LONDON, March 9 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: London Borough of Newham Industry: Health and social work services Description: The Framework duration is 4 years plus 4 years (4+4) subject to sustainability, suitability and value for money. Framework start date is 10th March 2025. The Authority intends to open the Framework in whole or in part i.e. certain lot(s) twice per annum for Tenders from new organisations or ...


UK Tender Notice: FDIS - Honington External Refurbishments to 15 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

LONDON, March 9 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED Industry: Refurbishment of run-down buildings Description: Central Region - East Brief Scope of Works • Replace D&W • Replace Roof • Potential for External Wall Insulation Amey have been tasked by the DIO through the FDIS to deliver the Regional Accommodation Maintenance Service for the Central and North Regions. This noti...


UK Tender Notice: FDIS - Colchester External Refurbishments to 20 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

LONDON, March 9 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED Industry: Refurbishment of run-down buildings Description: Central Region - East Brief Scope of Works • Replace roof main dwelling • New fascias, soffits & RWG • Swan neck SVP • Chimney removal & Fireplaces to be blocked up • Fireplace & Hearth removal • External Lighting • Extract fans • Dedi...


UK Tender Notice: FDIS - Brecon External Refurbishments to 16 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey North Region - Wales

LONDON, March 9 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED Industry: Refurbishment of run-down buildings Description: North Region - Wales Brief Scope of Works • Replace D&W • Replace Roof • Potential for External Wall Insulation Amey have been tasked by the DIO through the FDIS to deliver the Regional Accommodation Maintenance Service for the Central and North Regions. This notic...