LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the grounding and subsequent loss of the fishing vessel Silver Cloud II (WK 80) on Rubha Rodha, Lochinver, Scotland on 14 October 2025. The report, available via this link,containsdetails ofwhat happened and subsequent actions taken. Media enquiries (telephone only) Media enquiries during office hours 01932 440015 Media enquiries out of hou...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Speaking on the release of A-Level and vocational results, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Sir Chris Bryant, said: Many warm congratulations to every student across Northern Ireland who's received their A-Level and vocational results today. You should feel so proud of everything you have achieved personally and you should use this moment to build your future life. The increase in top A-Level grades re...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Students across England are receiving their A Level, T Level and vocational results today. This is a time to celebrate the results and the full breadth of ambition as they next embark on their next steps - from brilliant academic institutions to degree apprenticeships, higher technical qualifications and careers in sectors the country needs the most. In a landmark moment for technical education, over 65% more T...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The man was later released under investigation and enquiries remain ongoing. Following the arrest, NFCU Officers, working alongside local authority partners, disposed of 25 tonnes of suspected illegal frozen food products in June. Investigations into the wider trade of suspected illegal food products are continuing. Local Authorities have been taking action, seizing over 8 tonnes in 111 visits to businesses, wit...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Andy Burnham will tell small business owners he has their back as he continues his summer tour in the West Country tomorrow (Friday 14 August). The Prime Minister is already helping pubs, social clubs and live music venues by cutting their business rates bills by 20%, which willdeliver much needed savings foraround4,000 pubs in the South West and around 31,500 pubs in England. He wants to build a fresh partners...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Works to stabilise the ground beneath Dewar Avenue in Kincardine are nearing completion, a year after subsidence caused by old coal mine workings was discovered. The incident, in Fife, Scotland, led to 6 homes being demolished and the local community centre closing. Following this, a 4-month programme began in May 2026 involved injecting grout and gravel directly into the former mine workings to prevent further...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) congratulates everyone celebrating their A level results today (13 August). With the prospect of heading to university a few short weeks away, now is the time for young people to check they are up to date with their vaccinations and have the medicines and medical devices they need to stay well as they hit freshers' week. These tips will stand you in g...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The world-renowned exhibition is on loan from the Natural History Museum, London and opens at the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery this month. The exhibition will display some of the world's finest nature photographs. On Wednesday 5 August, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Bunyan Sivoro, and British High Commissioner Paul Turner, along with other diplomats, got a preview of the...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued text of the following speech: In recent weeks, we have seen a serious escalation in violence in Yemen and the wider region, as a result of reckless Houthi actions. This includes drone and missile strikes against Saudi Arabia, attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, and violations of Yemeni airspace by Iranian aircraft. Iran must cease its long-standing support for the Houthis, which threatens Yemen's stability. We expre...
LONDON, Aug. 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: THE GOVERNMENT Property Agency (GPA) has taken a crucial step forward in delivering a new Civil Service office space in Darlington. Approximately 800 tonnes of steel are now being installed at the site of the Brunswick Street Government Hub, which will become the permanent home of the Darlington Economic Campus. The steel structure will form the frame of the building, with installation set to be completed in Oc...