LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Environment Agency has approved an application for a new permit submitted by Viridor South London Ltd. It will enable the company toincrease the amount of waste handled at its energy-recovery facility at Beddington in south London. Specialist officers have considered proposals in detail, along with information and evidence provided during 2 public consultations, and is satisfied the permit variation can be gr...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New Multi-Hazard Research Network to deliver rapid expert advice and evidence on emerging infectious disease outbreaks and other crises * The network is already supporting the Ebola response with expert data analysis and social and behavioural science research to guide decision-making * UK commits funding to develop new treatments and rapid diagnostics for the Bundibugyo species of Ebolavirus Today the UK launc...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: I was saddened to learn of the news of the death of Sir Alex Younger. Sir Alex Younger led an exemplary life and career, ultimately serving as chief of the Secret Intelligence Service from 2014 to 2020. He will be remembered by the many Ministers, colleagues, friends, and family for his utmost dedication to British public life and protecting our nation. My thoughts are with his familyat this difficult time. Dis...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister hosted theleader of the Belarusian opposition, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya,at Downing Streetyesterday. The Prime Minister began by underlining the UK's support for a free and democratic Belarus. He condemned Lukashenko's ongoing attacks on democracy, and theongoingdetention of political prisoners in the country. The Prime Minister reiterated the UK's steadfast support for the use ofsanctions to app...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New conduct requirement imposed under the digital markets competition regime * In a world first, publishers will be able to opt out of their content being used to power AI features in Google search * CMA monitoring AI developments in Google search and may take further action if needed The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today imposed a new conduct requirement for Google search, meaning it must take ...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Regulator of Social Housing has published the results of its quarterly survey of private registered providers' financial health, covering the period from 1 January to 31 March 2026 today (Wednesday 3 June 2026). Investment in the sector remains robust, with landlords able to access the funding needed to support investment in new and existing homes including raising £2.7 billion worth of bank lendin...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: To further strengthen the UK-Taiwan climate partnership, the British Office Taipei and the Ministry of Environment jointly hosted the "2026 UK-Taiwan Industrial Decarbonisation Workshop" on 12th May. The workshop opened by Ruth Bradley-Jones, Representative at the British Office Taipei, and Hsieh Yen-Ju, Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Environment. Discussions focused on policy frameworks, grid modernisation, ...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Department for Work and Pensions(DWP)has appointedDrSam Roystonto the Social Security Advisory Committee (SSAC).Sam hasbeen appointed toserve a five-year term, starting on 1July2026. Confirming the appointment, DWP Minister ofLords, Baroness Sherlock OBE, said: "I am delighted to welcome Sam to the Committee. He brings extensive experience in research and policy, with a strong focus on how social security po...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We would like to increase capacity to support timely access to legal advice and representation. We are inviting organisations to submit bids to deliver housing and debt legal aid work in the following areas: Region Area Wales Central Wales North East Wales Rhondda Cynon Taff & Merthyr Tydfil South East Wales North England Bury Darlington East Lancashire Gateshead Middlesbrough North Tyneside ...
LONDON, June 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Technology Secretary confirms Sir Ian Cheshire, as new Chair of Ofcom * The former Channel 4 Chair will oversee regulator responsible for enforcing the UK's Online Safety Act,drivinggrowth across communications sectors, andprotecting consumers * Sir Ian has committed to ensuring the regulator acts decisively to protect people from online harms as he steers Ofcom through crucial next chapter. Business le...