LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * More money in people's pockets as 150,000 working-age adults who receive social care to keep at least £400 more each year * Biggest above-inflation uplift to the minimum incomeguarantee for working-age adults in over a decade * £723 million investment into home adaptations to help tens of thousands live independently Over 150,000 people will get at least £400 back in their pockets to help with t...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Rathlin Energy in Yorkshire. It follows a public consultation on the Agency's 'minded to' decision, which took place at the end of last summer. The decision is based on Rathlin Energy Ltd demonstrating that it has met and will continue to meet expected mandatory conditions as outlined in the permit. Rathlin Energy UK Ltd, which has operate...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Sri Lanka today signed a letter of intent to jointhis growing global initiative of 35 countries that are part ofthe Global Charter for Children's Care Reform, marking a significant step forward in protecting vulnerable children. The Honourable Saroja Paulraj, Minister for Women and Child Affairs, signed the letter during a visit to Colombo by Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, who launched the Global Charter in ...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A year-long programme supported by Sellafield Ltd is helping young people in Warrington at risk of anti-social behaviour to build confidence, develop new skills and make positive life choices. Through the partnership with Warrington Youth Zone, the 'Train Like a Pro' initiative has used sport, mentoring and structured activities to engage young people referred by Cheshire Police, Warrington Youth Justice Service...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government addressing challenges faced by creative businesses in accessing finance * British Business Bank is encouraging lending and investment to businesses across these sectors * Government update comes as industry gathers at The Big Creative UK Investment Summit in London Ambitious businesses within the creative industries that are seeking financial support to scale up will benefit from a major extension t...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Former takeaway owner Zhang Jin Chen has been ordered to pay more than £70,000 after withdrawing tens of thousands of pounds in cash and spending money on luxury items * The 52-year-old sold his house in October 2020 and withdrew his share of the proceeds before applying for bankruptcy in July 2021 claiming he could not repay his debts, including a substantial VAT bill * Chen was handed a suspended sentenc...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Businesses in Port Talbot and the surrounding area can now apply to a new £11.78 million fund to create high-quality jobs and attract long-term investment. The newly-opened Economic Growth and Investment Fund is designed to support companies that offer skilled, well-paid employment opportunities and help them grow. The fund is made up of £6.78 million from the UK Government and £5 million from Ta...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Holy Trinity Hastings Church Industry: Roof works and other special trade construction works and Refurbishment work Description: 2024 JCT Standard Building Contract with Quantities with Contractors Design Closing date: 2026-03-12T17:00:00Z Contract duration: 2026-08-24T00:00:00+01:00 to 2028-03-03T00:00:00Z Value of contract: GBP2000000 to GBP2300000 Location of con...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: ENTERPRISE CHESHIRE AND WARRINGTON Industry: Research services and Research consultancy services Description: ECW, on behalf of and in coordination with Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire East, and Warrington Borough Councils, is seeking to appoint consultancy support to produce a Cheshire and Warrington Outline Energy Plan; providing the evidence base to support local...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The Government of UK issued details related to the following business opportunity: Contracting Authority: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) Industry: Environmental safety services and Environmental quality control services and Environmental information systems and Environmental issues consultancy services and Environmental protection Description: Council requires the provision of a complete management system to monitor the current water levels at several Council...