LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Curriculum vitae Full name: Kathy Leach Date Role 2021 to present Astana, His Majesty's Ambassador 2019 to 2020 FCDO, Deputy Director, Constitution and Devolution, Europe Directorate 2015 to 2018 FCO, Head then Deputy Director, Policy Unit, Strategy Directorate 2012 to 2015 Yerevan, Her Majesty's Ambassador 2007 to 2011 Tokyo, Head, Energy and Environment Team 2005 FCO, Deputy Head, Passport and Documentar...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A suspected people-smuggling gang has been arrested for allegedly using false identity documents to smuggle hundreds of people into the UK illegally, luring them into a life of exploitation and misery. On Tuesday 1 July, Immigration Enforcement officers executed warrants inGreater London, and Batley, West Yorkshire and arrested 7 suspects. The targets are believed to have used forged passports and visas of people...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: In a powerful moment for conservation, the book "Important Plant Areas of Cameroon" was officially launched on 18 June during UK - Cameroon Climate Week. This groundbreaking publication reveals a stunning yet sobering reality: over 850 endangered plant species are spread across 49 critical biodiversity hotspots in Cameroon. Co-authored by experts from Cameroon's Institute of Agricultural Research for Development ...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Argentina has given Scotch Whisky its seal of approval as the first ever international product to receive Geographical Indication (GI) status in the country. The protection recognises what makes a dram of Scotch truly special - centuries of craftsmanship, distinctive production methods, and that unmistakable Scottish character that can't be replicated anywhere else. This legal protection ensures products labelle...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Homes England has partnered with Greencore Homes, a sustainable housebuilder constructing better than net zero homes, to provide £8 million of funding to support the delivery of Greencore's 42-home scheme, Milton Heights, in Oxfordshire. The partnership reaffirms Homes England's commitment to aid the delivery of more eco-friendly, low-carbon homes, while enabling Greencore to drive forward its delivery of lo...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: At around 09:00 on 18 April 2025, a Tyne & Wear Metro service travelling from Newcastle to South Hylton hit a pedestrian on Blue House Lane footpath crossing. This crossing is located near East Boldon, Sunderland. As the driver approached the footpath crossing, they saw a dog walker and another pedestrian on the crossing. The driver immediately applied the emergency brake and sounded the train's warning horn, but...
LONDON, July 3 -- 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 prawn trawler Sustain (UL 45) on Rubha Camas a' Mhaoraich, Loch Broom, Scotland on 16 November 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 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This government is committed to a bright and sustainable future for steelmaking in the UK, as part of our Plan for Change. In the run-up to launching the Steel Strategy later this year, Industry Minister Sarah Jones has welcomed a series of recent wins for the sector following government backing. The Government has taken major action on areas crucial for the sector, from trade protections and electricity costs to...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK Space Agency has launched a major new procurement process to tackle the growing threat of space debris, initiating a £75.6 million tender for the nation's first mission to actively remove defunct satellites from orbit. This marks a pivotal step in the UK's efforts to protect vital space infrastructure and ensure the long-term safety of the orbital environment. At the heart of the proposed Active Debri...
LONDON, July 3 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr President. We welcome the government of Iraq's engagement with the UPR process, and their continued commitment to advancing justice and accountability for survivors of Daesh's international crimes, following the closure of the United Nations Investigative Team to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Daesh/ISIL (UNITAD) in September. We are pleased to support Iraq's efforts in building the...