LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: UK sheep and goat breeders have gained access to Kenya's estimated 46 million-strong livestock market after the UK government struck a deal on exporting genetic material. The agreement - worth around £700,000 a year according to industry estimates - will help address Kenya's growing demand for high-quality breeding stock as the country works to improve food sufficiency for its rapidly expanding population. ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Madame Vice-President. The United Kingdom welcomes Honduras's decision to lift the 14-year ban on the use and sale of the emergency contraceptive pill, a significant step for the rights of women and girls. However, we remain concerned by the sustained levels of gender-based violence, including femicide and sexual violence. We also note with concern the challenges faced by Indigenous and Afro-descenda...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today (10 November 2025) initiated a review of the tariff rate quota (TRQ) on the UK's steel safeguard measure covering Category 13 steel (rebar). Steel rebar is used in construction, the automotive industry, engineering and white goods manufacture. The TRA has moved quickly to respond to industry's concerns and initiate this review following an application from UK produce...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This morning the Prime Minister spoke to His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates. The Prime Minister began by highlighting the value of a closer relationship between the UK and the UAE, with co-operation across issues like security, defence, economy, trade and cultural ties delivering benefits for both countries. Reflecting on the appalling suffering in Sudan, he s...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: LizCollery, Case Controller at the Serious Fraud Office (SFO), has won the Outstanding Female Economic Crime Professional award at theannualTackling Economic Crime Awards (TECAs). The TECAs celebrate individuals and organisations across law enforcement, private industry,academiaand the public sector whodemonstrateinnovation,collaborationand impact in the fight against economic crime. Liz was recognised for her ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Carys Mills, from Pembrokeshire in Wales, is the latest Boardroom Apprentice to join the Mining Remediation Authority. This is the third year we have supported the programme as a host board, to provide aspiring applicants with a safe seat at the table. UK Boardroom Apprentice, supported by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, is a year-long learning, development and placement programme whi...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Mr Vice-President. The United Kingdom welcomes the progress that Panama has made in protecting and promoting human rights, including through launching the Public Policy for Equal Opportunities for Women 2024-2034. However, we remain concerned by the institutional downgrade of the Ministry of Women, the limited access to safe drinking water and sanitation in Indigenous communities, the lack of legal p...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Fishers are being asked to respond to the Marine Management Organisation's (MMO) consultation on proposals to close UK waters of ICES areas 7d & 7e to the king scallop dredge fishery in 2026 and 2027. All UK waters in ICES area 7e are covered by the proposal instead of only the Lyme Bay area of 7e affected by previous closures. The closure would apply to vessels 10m and over in 7d while vessels 12m and under wo...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: With Pride in Place, residents, businesses, and community groups will deliver real improvements that matter to local people. This is led by local people and backed by the UK government. Communities will be able to spend the funding on what matters most to them - from improvements to pavements and high streets to investing in culture and green spaces. Find out if your community will be receiving funding as part ...
LONDON, Nov. 10 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Northern Ireland Office's Connect Fund has so far awarded almost £400,000 to 12 community projects working in Northern Ireland and across the UK * Castle Community Trust project to combat veterans' social isolation among three groups to receive over £60,000 in the latest funding round * Other projects to support economic gender equality and communities Three Northern Ireland community projects will r...