GOVERNMENT VOWS TO "UNLOCK OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE ACROSS THE COUNTRY" AHEAD OF NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK

LONDON, Feb. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New pilots to match 'near miss' applicants with similar apprenticeship opportunities in their area set to be rolled out later this year. * Comes alongside new online platform to give young people clear, accessible information about apprenticeships and career outcomes. * Overhaul to skills system comes as Government looks to put apprenticeships on a level footing with university degrees. Young people across the ...


UK AND BANGLADESH STRENGTHEN DEFENCE PARTNERSHIP WITH SURVEY VESSEL SALES AGREEMENT

LONDON, Feb. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thesigningceremony was held at Bangladesh Navy Headquarters following extensive technical engagement between the Bangladesh Navy, the UK Ministry of Defence and Royal Navy.The vessel, known for its distinguished service in survey operations, humanitarian support, and disaster‑response missions, will now help strengthen Bangladesh's maritime security and regional stability efforts.It will also provide hydrogr...


SOLDIERS TO GET NEW AI CAPABLE RADIOS, HEADSETS AND TABLETS WITH FUTURISTIC SENSOR DATA

LONDON, Feb. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Newcommunications systemswill give commanders faster battlefield informationandspeed updecision-making. * MODawardscontractworth up to £86 million to British-based SMEfor advanced tactical communication systems, such as radios and tablets. * Contract creates12UK defence industry jobs and builds on successful deployment in Estonia. The contract, worth up to £86 million, has been awarded to UK-based com...