LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British Embassy Kyiv invites proposals from non-profit organisations for project work under the UK's Integrated Security Fund (ISF) for the period from 1July2026 to 31 March 2027. As part ofthe Security and Defence Reform (SDR) programming,the UK government will provide up to£1,500,000to supportnational level policy,coordinationand implementation onVeterans'affairs in Ukraine.The UK intends for this su...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On 11 September 2024, officers from the Marine Management Organisation (MMO), Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (NIFCA) and Northumbria Police conducted a joint compliance patrol at the Port of Blyth following reports that the Andigee WY372 was repeatedly landing undersized shellfish. Officers inspected and measured a total of 250 lobsters seized from the vessel. Of these, 248 were fou...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The event was designed for those who manage the investigation of civil claims for compensation resulting from health and safety incidents. It aimed to give a realistic insight into how a civil trial is conducted. In addition to colleagues from the Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC), representatives from West Midlands Police, Staffordshire Constabulary and the Metropolitan Police Service took part. The CNC's solic...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, in Paris this morning, ahead of talks with partners on the Strait of Hormuz. The leaders began by reflecting on the situation in the Middle East and agreed on the need for a lasting peace to ensure a return to global stability and security in the region. Turning to the bilateral relationship, bothleaders discussedhow the UK and France were enteri...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dame Helen Ghoshhas been named as the preferred candidate to succeed Dame Glenys Stacey as Chair of the Office for Environmental Protection,. Dame Helen has been selectedby the Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds and by Andrew Muir, Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)following a rigorous process conducted in accordance with the Governance Code on Public Appointments. Emma Reynolds h...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New private sector tools strongly supported by the UK government will help resolve sovereign debt crises faster, cutting economic damage in developing countries * Proposals build on Chancellor Rachel Reeves' securonomics by strengthening global economic stability and protecting British business * Ongoing work will continue to provide practical tools for negotiating debt crises while cementing London as a world...
LONDON, April 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Connect Fund extended for an additional two years, with £1.5 million new funding to be awarded in 2027-2029. * It comes as 22 applicants are awarded funding from the second round for 2026/27. * Minister visits group supporting art access for older people and those with dementia. Northern Ireland community and voluntary organisations will be able to bid for an additional £1.5 million in grant funding...
LONDON, April 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Returning to the Queen Elizabeth II Centre for a second year, the UK Flag Forum brings ship owners and operators, industry leaders and government partners together to discuss UK Flag interests,including maritime safety and technology. The day opened with a warm welcome from Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) CEO Virginia McVea, followed by Opening Remarks from the MCAChair Lord Simon Stevens. Maritime Ministe...
LONDON, April 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Families will receive new support from today to help children prepare for school, as the government rolls out a package of measures from primary school offer day through to the first day in September. The move comes as over a third (37%) of children are starting school without the basic skills they need for the classroom, with teachers and charities finding many children arriving in Reception unable to use the ...
LONDON, April 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * £26m cash boost brings Harrow Crown Court back after three‑year RAAC shutdown * Eightcourtrooms set to hear casesas Government lookstocutcriminal backlogs * Part of the Government's plan to deliverfasterand fairer justice for victims across London Thousands of victims across London will see justice delivered faster and fairer as the RAAC‑hit Harrow Crown Court reopens in a major Government dr...