LONDON, March 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New Pandemic Preparedness Strategy has been published alongside the UK Government's response to Covid-19 Inquiry Module 2 report. * It demonstrates UK Government's ambition to rebuild pandemic readiness and capabilities, with concrete actions backed by around £1bn of investment in health protection. * Security Minister Dan Jarvis says reforms mark a "major improvement" in UK's approach to pandemic prepare...
LONDON, March 25 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * 12 new Youth Hub locations have been confirmed in Wales, as part of 80 launching across Great Britain. * The UK government has set out plans to devolve non-Jobcentre Plus employment support funding to the Welsh Government. * An initial £20 million has already been handed to Wales to fund Economic Inactivity Trailblazers, with a longer-term plan now agreed. Youth Hubs bring together Jobcentre Plus, local ...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, this evening. The Prime Minister opened by wishing the Crown Prince, and those celebrating across Saudia Arabia, a very happy Eid, despite the circumstances in the region. Iran's ongoing attacks, including on critical national infrastructure, were appalling, the Prime Minister added. The Prime Minister reiterated...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The signs look like simple QR codes to be scanned with a mobile phone. But behind them is an artificial intelligence (AI) ready to share its knowledge with visitors about bathing water quality and any live issues. The Hello Lamp Post technology, funded by the Environment Agency, is also keen to learn and will ask visitors about beach conditions like how many people are enjoying the water today or is there much ...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New measures to protect working people through anti-profiteering framework to ensure the CMA and other regulators can clamp down on price gouging if it takes place. * Powers to progress nuclear energy, with legislation to stop red-tape and vested interests holding back our energy security and indemnities to keep projects moving where they face legal challenge. * Options for targeted reductions in import tariff...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Gareth is currently Permanent Secretary at the Department for Business and Trade. He has previously held senior roles across government in business, transport and Downing Street. He started his career in the private sector, and has worked across Europe and south east Asia. Gareth set up the Department for Business and Trade and has led it over the last three years. During this time, the department secured major...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Are you looking for a role where you can improve safety at sea and make a difference to lives? Can you lead and give direction to a team with your knowledge and experience in the marine industry? Do you have an altruistic sense? If so, we would love to hear from you! Your responsibilities will include: * providing direction for the timely conduct of high-quality marine accident investigations * ensuring t...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The tenth round of negotiations on an enhanced Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Switzerland took place in Geneva between 9 and 13 March 2026. The round followed the Secretary of State for Business and Trade's meeting with his counterpart, Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin, in January 2026 at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Strengthening the UK's partnership with Switzerland reflects the UK government's commitm...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: ·       Biggest reform of General Medical Council (GMC) for over 40 years ·       First tranche of Lord John Mann recommendations published ·       Boost to NHS patient and staff safety Major reform to the General Medical Council (GMC) is being put in motion today [24 March] to modernise ...
LONDON, March 24 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Organised crime groups are rapidly adapting their methods, expanding across borders and exploiting new routes and digital platforms in ways that increase the threat to citizens, economies and communities. Recognising that organised crime operates across borders, the UK and the Netherlands are deepening joint operational cooperation and aligning policy efforts to: * Disruption of illicit finance * Disruption of...