LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Debbie Francis OBE and John Parkinson CBE have been appointed for 3-year terms. Both appointments started on 3 August 2026. Non-executive directors provide challenge and support to a wide variety of management and operational issues. They contribute to the effective strategic and operational leadership of the DVSA. All appointments are made on merit, and political activity plays no part in the selection process...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * government begins review of electric vehicle (EV) sales targets to back jobs, investment and maintain a competitive UK automotive sector * industry invited to help shape the pathway to the 2030 phase-out of new petrol and diesel cars and 100% zero-emission new car and van sales by 2035 * comes as more than 1 in 4 new cars sold are now electric and EV sales are up 45% on July last year - accelerating the UK's tr...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Malcolm Wright Associates Limited wound up in the public interest following an Insolvency Service investigation. * Company left overseas freight businesses with unpaid debts totalling more than $508,000(US), €334,000 and £25,000. * The company was shut down following a hearing at the High Court in Manchester on 11 August 2026. A Leeds-based freight business has been shut down after an Insolvency Ser...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Emergency Alert to be sent to people across England and Wales as wildfire risk remains very high * Prime Minister visits fire-hit communities and announces support package for firefighters and local residents * Immediate ban on disposable barbecues introduced to help prevent further fires People across England and Wales will receive an Emergency Alert on their phones today as the Government steps up action to ...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As part of ongoing action to tackle waste crime and protect the environment at the site, a Restriction Order was obtained by the Environment Agency on 12 August and will last 6 months. The court order follows a joint operation by the Environment Agency, Gloucester City Council and Gloucester Police on 22 - 23 July, when disruption activity at the site included the installation of 84 concrete blocks to prevent fu...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Stephen Dimmick and Rhodri Lewis have been appointed for four year terms, commencing on 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2030. Stephen Dimmick Stephen Dimmick is a commercial leader and non-executive director with experience across the private, public and charitable sectors in Wales. He is Chair of Literature Wales, Interim CEO of The Aloud Charity, and serves on a number of boards and governance committees, inclu...
LONDON, Aug. 14 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: It follows a public consultation on the Agency's draft decision, which took place earlier in the summer. The decision is based on Drax demonstrating that it has met and will continue to meet expected mandatory conditions as outlined in the permit. The company applied to vary its environmental permit to incorporate carbon capture at its bioenergy plant near Selby. The Environment Agency only issues permits or p...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: UKHSA today publishes the respiratory syncytial virus(RSV) annual reportwhich shows around 50% fewer infants under 6 months being admitted to intensive care with RSV disease in England. The data demonstrates the annual impact of the NHS RSV maternal vaccination programme for the first time. Last winter (2025-26), in the 20 NHS trusts taking part in the surveillance there were 63 infants under 6 months age admitt...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the President of Finland, Alexander Stubb, today.  The Prime Minister began the call by welcoming the friendship between the UK and Finland, noting the recent commissioning of the first Finnish cadet from Sandhurst as an example of the two countries' close ties.  Turning to Ukraine, the two leaders agreed the vital importance of continuing to stand with President Ze...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Selected for their leadership potential, academic strength, and commitment to creating positive change, the scholars represent Pakistan's breadth of talent and ambition. They will begin a range of Masters and postgraduate programmes across the UK, gaining skills and networks in areas important to Pakistan's future, including education, governance, health, climate action, business, and civil society. The British ...