LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Department for Education has today announced the appointment of Professor Chris Millward as Interim Director for Fair Access and Participationat the Office for Students (OfS). Professor Millward is Professor of Practice in Education Policy at the University of Birmingham, where he leads research on educational equity and its impact on policy and practice.He is a Marshall Scholarships Commissioner, a Trustee ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Signatories aregravely alarmed by the reports of systematic and ongoing violence against civilians during and after the fall of El Fasher to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as well as the escalation of conflict across North Darfur and the Kordofan region. Deliberate targeting of civilians, ethnically motivated mass killings, conflict-related sexual violence, starvation as a method of warfare, and obstruction ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * £27 million in government funding goes live for localbids, turbocharging network of recognised VALOUR centres * FirstVeterans Strategyinseven yearswilltransformgovernmentsupportforour heroes and recognise theirinvaluablecontributionacrossthe country * Developed alongside the Strategic Defence Review and the Armed Forces Covenant, the strategycommits new£12 million fund for veteran housing. Over 1.8 m...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr Vice President, The United Kingdom recognises Andorra's progress since its 2020 review and its commitment to upholding human rights. We welcome Andorra's commitment to gender issues through its 2022 Law on Gender Equality, as well as its announcement of plans to change domestic legislation to facilitate Andorran residents' access to abortion. Recognising Andorra's progress in providing public serv...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: UK sheep and goat breeders have gained access to Kenya's estimated 46 million-strong livestock market after the UK government struck a deal on exporting genetic material. The agreement - worth around £700,000 a year according to industry estimates - will help address Kenya's growing demand for high-quality breeding stock as the country works to improve food sufficiency for its rapidly expanding population. ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Madame Vice-President. The United Kingdom welcomes Honduras's decision to lift the 14-year ban on the use and sale of the emergency contraceptive pill, a significant step for the rights of women and girls. However, we remain concerned by the sustained levels of gender-based violence, including femicide and sexual violence. We also note with concern the challenges faced by Indigenous and Afro-descenda...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today (10 November 2025) initiated a review of the tariff rate quota (TRQ) on the UK's steel safeguard measure covering Category 13 steel (rebar). Steel rebar is used in construction, the automotive industry, engineering and white goods manufacture. The TRA has moved quickly to respond to industry's concerns and initiate this review following an application from UK produce...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This morning the Prime Minister spoke to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. The Prime Minister began by highlighting the value of a closer relationship between the UK and the UAE, with co-operation across issues like security, defence, economy, trade and cultural ties delivering benefits for both countries. Reflecting on the appalling suffering in Sudan, he s...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: LizCollery, Case Controller at the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), has won the Outstanding Female Economic Crime Professional award at theannualTackling Economic Crime Awards (TECAs). The TECAs celebrate individuals and organisations across law enforcement, private industry,academiaand the public sector whodemonstrateinnovation,collaborationand impact in the fight against economic crime. Liz was recognised for her ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Carys Mills, from Pembrokeshire in Wales, is the latest Boardroom Apprentice to join the Mining Remediation Authority. This is the third year we have supported the programme as a host board, to provide aspiring applicants with a safe seat at the table. UK Boardroom Apprentice, supported by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, is a year-long learning, development and placement programme whi...