LONDON, Sept. 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This statement provides an update on the AAIB investigation into the accident involving a Jodel D120, G-AYGG. After takeoff from Damyns Hall Airfield the aircraft lost power. It subsequently departed controlled flight and struck the ground in Belhus Woods Country Park. The pilot was seriously injured. The investigation is now complete and the final report is being prepared for publication. Disclaimer: Curated ...
LONDON, Sept. 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Secretary of State has approved the appointments of 29 Psychologist members, 5 Psychiatrist members, and 7 Judicial members. Parole Board members are appointed, by ministers, under Schedule 19 of the Criminal Justice Act 2003. The appointment of Parole Board members - save for judicial members - is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments (CPA). Recruitment processes comply with the Governance C...
LONDON, Sept. 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Six brilliant Solomon Islanders have been awarded with Chevening scholarships, the UK Government's prestigious scholarship programme. This was the same record set by Solomon Islands for 2022 to 2023. The current cohort of 7 scholars who are returning this year have set the record, challenging more Solomon Islanders to apply for the scholarship. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from diverse back...
LONDON, Sept. 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British Embassy in Argentina announces the 10 finalists from Argentina to the Regional Student Competition 2025/2026. The applicants answered the question "Why would I like to meet my neighbours in the Falkland Islands?" in a video. The best 10 videos can be watched here:Falklands Regional Student Competition 2025/2026. The winners of the competition will be announced shortly. This regional competition, or...
LONDON, Sept. 5 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Here are Terms and Conditions for participating in this programme. Who Can Apply The competition is open tofemale applicants aged between 16 and 19 years whose primary country of residence is Lithuania. To be eligible, you should be within this age range on1 December 2025. How to Enter There'sno entry fee- just your enthusiasm and creativity! To take part, simply create ashort video (up to 2 minutes)inEnglis...
LONDON, Sept. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Hundreds of thousands of sick and disabled people will now get the personalised support they need to find good, secure jobs thanks to a major expansion of specialist employment support. * New funding will be delivered to fifteen areas across England as part of the Connect to Work programme which helps to break down barriers to opportunity. * Comes as part of £3.8 billion employment support package for sick...
LONDON, Sept. 4 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, in consultation with the Attorney General and the Home Secretary, has approved the appointment of Claire Waxman OBE as Victims' Commissioner. The role of the VC is to promote the interests of victims and witnesses of crime and anti-social behaviour, to encourage good practice in their treatment, and to keep under review the operation of the Victims' Code, w...
LONDON, Sept. 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Record £2.9 billion invested in British AI companies last year - with average deals worth £5.9 million, fuelling the Plan for Change. * Regulators, investors and tech companies urged to hammer home the UK's enterprise and opportunity credentials, with plans to corner a new AI trust industry. * Red tape to be slashed for regulators in key sectors of the economy - speeding up the delivery of ground-brea...
LONDON, Sept. 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister hosted the Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sanchez at Downing Street today, in the first bilateral to be held in either capital for seven years. The leaders began by discussing the opportunity between the two countries to take the relationship to the next level. As two of Europe's largest democracies, the UK and Spain were uniquely placed to tackle shared challenges and drive forward growth and ...
LONDON, Sept. 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Over £360 million UK-Saudi investment to unlock more than 180 new jobs, announced at GREAT FUTURES Summit in London. * More than 4,100 UK jobs created by over £3.7bn of UK-Saudi deals since campaign launch in 2024, helping to put more money in people's pockets. * Business Secretary announces new investments into UK as "major vote of confidence" in UK economy and the government's Plan for Chang...