LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: An ambitious farmer-led initiative connecting Kent's diverse landscapes from chalk downlands to coastal habitats has officially launched, bringing new hope for wildlife conservation across the region. The Chalk to Coast project unites three established farm clusters, Hoo Peninsula, Swale and North Kent Downs and Medway Gap, forming a 'super cluster' that will create natural wildlife corridors across different ha...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Applications are now open for 15 new Board members and a new co-chair * Current terms for BSL Advisory Board members are due to end 31 December 2025 * BSL Advisory Board plays a vital role in advising the government The British Sign Language (BSL) Advisory Board is recruiting for a new co-chair and 15 new board members. The terms of the current chair and members are due to run out on 31 December 2025 after me...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Debarment investigations into seven organisations criticised by the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, relating to their eligibility for public contracts, have been paused to prevent any impact on criminal investigations. The Metropolitan Police launched a criminal investigation following the Grenfell Tower tragedy on 14 June 2017, with a dedicated team of 180 officers and staff working to identify any offences and those r...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Export Credit Agency provides guarantee to develop one of Asia's largest offshore wind sites * Backing of wind farm will unlock opportunities for British exporters, strengthening Britain's position as a clean energy superpower UK Export Finance (UKEF) is guaranteeing financing for a major offshore wind farm project in Taiwan, creating export opportunities for British businesses. In support of the governm...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr President. We would like to make closing remarks on three resolutions. In respect of L.20, the UK's commitment to the safety of journalists and media freedom is unwavering. In accordance with international law, surveillance or interference with encryption technologies must be necessary, proportionate and subject to proper safeguards.Without such safeguards, journalists' lawful activities should no...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: New data published today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows continued high levels of confidence in the UK's childhood vaccination programme. The Childhood vaccines: parental attitudes survey 2025, which tracks parental attitudes towards childhood immunisations across the UK found that most parents believe that childhood vaccines are safe (85% up from 84% in 2023) that they trust them (84% up from 82%...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the fatal man overboard from the lone-operated creel fishing vessel Nista (LK121) north of Belnahua, north-west Scotland on 13 December 2023. The report, available via this link, contains details of what happened and subsequent actions taken. A safety flyer to the fishing industry has also been produced with this report. Media enquiries (telephone...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Red kites and white-tailed eagles will receive greater protection thanks to new restrictions on the use of lead in ammunition, Environment Minister Emma Hardy announced today (Thursday 10 July 2025). To protect iconic British wildlife and clean up the nation's waterways, new measures will ban shot containing more than 1% lead and bullets with a lead content of more than 3%. Beyond limited exemptions, these types...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Up to 500 small and medium sized UK firms backed by government funding to strengthen their security. * Security review scheme includes expert advice to protect ideas and innovations from powerful competitors including state actors. * Open to range of sectors from AI to life sciences to help businesses grow securely while boosting our economy and supporting our Plan for Change. Hundreds of UK tech start-ups and...
LONDON, July 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New measures will make it easier for developing countries to trade, supporting jobs and economic growth in the UK overseas. * UK businesses and consumers to benefit from more competitively priced imports as part of upgrades to the Developing Countries Trading Scheme. * Part of the UK's Plan for Change and recently launched Trade Strategy to grow trade with markets of the future, strengthen global partne...