LONDON, Nov. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Environment Agency investigation into Derbyshire waste sites ends in prosecution * Court told father and son avoided substantial permitting and waste disposal charges * Hearing at Derby Crown Court on Wednesday 12 November 2025 At Derby Crown Court on Wednesday 12 November 2025, Keith Mrvik, 63, and his son Leon Mrvik, 37, were each given suspended prison sentences. Mrvik senior, of Cole Lane, Borrowash, Derb...
LONDON, Nov. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Default "yes" for tens of thousands of new homes near train stations to speed regeneration and get spades in the ground faster * Housing Secretary empowered to remove planning blockages and fast‑track large-scale applications. * Second phase of reforms streamlining consultations with application decisions cut by 40% to deliver 1.5 million homes under the Plan for Change Housebuilding near well-connected ...
LONDON, Nov. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government will review 'National Protocol' guidelines to stop the criminalisation of children in care * Care leavers are ten times more likely to end up in prison and review will identify new measures to help agencies better support those at risk * Part of the Government's Plan for Change to open up opportunities for all young people, so they can fulfil their potential Children in care will get more s...
LONDON, Nov. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * The UN Security Council has voted to agree a US-drafted resolution supported by Qatar, Egypt, Turkey and other Arab states to implement the 20 point peace plan for Gaza * The UK voted for the resolution which provides a mandate for the International Stabilisation Force and requires increased humanitarian aid for Gaza. * UK continues to work tirelessly for a just and lasting peace and security for Israelis and P...
India, Nov. 17 -- New Delhi / Mumbai, November 2025: The Embassy of Argentina and the Argentine Consulate, in collaboration with the State Government of Misiones, Argentina, successfully concluded the "Mother of All Drinks, Yerba Mate" beverage tasting events in New Delhi and Mumbai. The events were held on 11th November at Andaz by Hyatt, New Delhi, and 14th November at Taj President, Mumbai, celebrating Argentina's iconic drink and its entry into India's wellness and lifestyle landscape. Under...
LONDON, Nov. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government launches Call for Evidence to understand merits of the Pan-Euro Mediterranean (PEM) Convention as it weighs up accession * Businesses invited to give views on joining framework which could simplify rules of origin with FTA partners across continental Europe, the Middle East, and Africa * Submissions will help establish if joining could make UK goods trade with PEM countries - worth over £...
LONDON, Nov. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today, meeting virtually between the HMS Prince of Wales, at anchor in Naples, and the Italian Defence Ministry in Rome, we - Foreign Ministers Yvette Cooper and Antonio Tajani, and Defence Ministers John Healey and Guido Crosetto - reaffirmed the deep and growing partnership between Italy and the United Kingdom. We underscored our shared commitment to European security, cooperation within NATO, and support for ...
LONDON, Nov. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today (17 November 2025) the MCA is for the first time publishing a list of Areas of Research Interest (ARI), signaling what issues, questions and investigations will enhance its regulatory mission, including clear guidance on emerging technology. By sharing awareness with maritime researchers, businesses and wider Government, the aim is to create a knowledge network on key trends such as alternative fuels, mari...
LONDON, Nov. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This four-star award was given in recognition of outstanding work in support of Cyber & Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) and wider-MOD. Commander Cyber & Specialist Operations Command Commendations * Royal Air Force Wing Commander D Wilson * Royal Air Force Squadron Leader L Scott * British Army Warrant Officer 1 K Roberts * Royal Air Force Corporal A Harvey * German Air Force Lieutenant Colonel M Paun * Ci...
LONDON, Nov. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * HMS Prince of Wales first aircraft carrier with most advanced 5thgeneration F-35 fighter jets committed to NATO. * Defence Secretary and Foreign Secretary meet their Italian counterparts on the carrier, strengthening European security ties as part of NATO-first approach. * Exercise Falcon Strike saw UK and Italian F-35s operating side-by-side in powerful demonstration of NATO's strength. The Royal Navy...