LONDON, Sept. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Major reform milestone as NHS league tables published across England to raise standards and ensure better value for patients and taxpayers * Top-performing trusts will be rewarded with greater freedoms and investment, while underperforming trusts to receive targeted support * Part of the government's Plan for Change to ensure NHS investment delivers meaningful outcomes, greater efficiency, and real value for pa...
LONDON, Sept. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Almost 100,000 more children in stuck schools will benefit from new school improvement teams, as the government sets out the next phase of its work to drive up standards for young people and give parents the confidence that their child is receiving the brilliant education they deserve. The expansion comes alongside wider reforms, as Ofsted today (Tuesday 9 September) confirms it will replace single headline grad...
LONDON, Sept. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: From November, parents will be given more detail about their children's education with the introduction of new-look report cards, Ofsted has confirmed today. * New 5-point grading scale, including the new 'exceptional' grade, designed to raise standards, confirmed following support from parents. * Parents and carers to receive the detailed information about nurseries, schools and colleges they've asked for,...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A Merseyside skip hire boss has been ordered to pay back £250,000 after she was found to have profited from illegal waste crime. The Environment Agency secured the confiscation order against Patricia Hills, 72, of Redfern Street, Bootle, after she was previously jailed for operating MWM Recycling Ltd illegally. The confiscation hearing under the Proceeds of Crime Act took place at Liverpool Crown Court on ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * SOFY 82 UK Ltd claimed to be one of the top cleaning companies in the UK. * The Insolvency Service found evidence of customers not receiving services they had paid for, denied refunds, and numerous false claims including guaranteed full tenancy deposit returns. * The company was subject to a winding up order at the High Court in London on 2 September 2025. A cleaning company which attracted renters at the end ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: "We warmly welcome the appointment of the Rt Hon David Lammy MP as Deputy Prime Minister, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice. "David Lammy has a long record of championing fairness, equality, and the welfare of children. His leadership of the landmark Lammy Review provided a clear focus on addressing disproportionality across the justice system and has shaped much of the debate about how justice ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: However, the walkaround check for commercial vehicles is not just another task-it is a legal requirement and a vital safeguard for public safety. Whether operating aHeavy Goods Vehicleor aPublic Service Vehicle, this check is essential to ensure vehicles are safe, roadworthy, and fit for purpose before they enter public roads. Additional checks may be required during the day depending on the vehicle's use. For ...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Vulnerable people to be protected from self-harm content as Online Safety laws to be toughened. * Comes as Online Safety Act to be amended to make self-harm content a 'priority offence'. * Tech companies to be legally required to prevent this content from appearing in the first place, protecting users of all ages. The government has today (8September) announced urgent action to toughen the Online Safety Act by...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ground works have begun on three new SLA blocks at Baker Barracks, which will provide a combined total of 315 en-suite bedspaces: 242 for Junior Ranks, 47 for Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCOs), and 26 for Junior Officers. The modular blocks will be built using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) designed to achieve exceptional building energy efficiency. Sustainable design features include photovoltaic p...
LONDON, Sept. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn MP visited Integrated College Dungannon on Thursday 4 September. * Mr Benn heard from students how integrated education helps build understanding and friendship. * The Government announced £2 million for Integrated Education at the 2025 Spending Review. As a new academic year begins, Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn MP, visited Integr...