LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: At the UK-France Summit in July 2025, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Emmanuel Macron affirmed their commitment to strengthening the UK-France nuclear relationship. They signed the Northwood Declaration, which established the UK-France Nuclear Steering Group in order to provide political direction and coordinate bilateral work across nuclear policy, capability and operations. On 10 December, the Nuclea...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: DBS Chief Executive Jeff James attended the parliamentary launch of the UK's first National Hiring Strategy and the new Hiring Fraud Guide in November. The event, led by the Better Hiring Institute, ministers and key partners including Viscount Camrose, Shadow Minister for AI, Lord Clement-Jones, Lee Barron MP and the Home Office Minister of State, underlined the importance of safe, efficient, and trustworthy rec...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Homeowners at risk of losing access to their home for a debt as low as£100over the maintenance of shared areas on their housing estate will no longer have to live in fear, thanks to major government reforms announced today (Thursday, 18 December). People living in almost two million homes on freehold estates can see their dream of homeownership become a nightmare if theyfail topay often unfair and excessive...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The event broughttogether government authorities, diplomatic representatives, and partners from across sectors to reaffirm the strong ties between the United Kingdom and Guatemala. In her remarks, British Ambassador Juliana Correa highlighted the Embassy's achievements over the past year, including efforts to combat climate change, protect biodiversity in regions such asTrifinio,Verapaces, and Peten, and safegua...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dr Christian Turner CMG,one of the UK's most experienced seniordiplomats at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has been appointed HisMajesty's Ambassador to the United States of America. His Majesty TheKingappointed the new Ambassador after the Prime Minister approved the recommendation of the Foreign Secretary to the Palace. Following HM The King's approval, we will now request United States...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Business leaders Co-op Group CEOShirineKhoury-Haq said: "Treating people fairly and with respect is a fundamental part of being a responsible employer.  "The Employment Rights Act will ensure that people can expect fair treatment at work, whoever their employer may be. "When people feel valued, businesses are better placed to attract and retain the skills they need, benefiting workers, employers and the...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New Nature Restoration Fundwill helprestore protected habitats and species * First Environmental Delivery Plansto launch in2026 to tackle pollutionblocking homes Communitiesand natureacross England willbenefitfromimprovedenvironmental outcomesand faster delivery of homes through the Nature Restoration Fund,as the Planning and Infrastructure Bill becomes law. The Nature Restoration Fund offers an alternative t...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Scott Dylan and David Antrobus allowed £13.9 million to pass through two companies using unauthorised bank overdrafts, with Dylan himself receiving £1.675 million * The pair's actions resulted in Barclays Bank freezing the company accounts and demanding repayment * Dylan and Antrobus subsequently defied freezing injunctions obtained by Barclays, leading to contempt of court proceedings and jail terms ...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Preparations to ensure the nation is flood ready over the remaining winter months were at the top of the agenda for the government's Floods Resilience Taskforce, which convened today (Thursday 18 December) in Hull. The Floods Resilience Taskforce's fifth meeting heard from the Met Office for the festive period and the rest of winter. They spoke on high pressure moving in next week, bringing settled and dry condi...
LONDON, Dec. 18 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: When theRevitalisedAgreement for the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) was signed just over seven years ago, it was hoped that it would bring peace after the country'sinitialyears of independence were scarred by conflict, including brutal violence against civilians. Despite the support of the international community, the optimism and relief that followed the R-ARCSSwasundeserved. Under the ter...