LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * NewaccessforUKexporterstomarketsincludingbeef,cheeseandanimalfeed * Greater freedomforUKservicesprofessionals tooperatewithinmarket * Furthernewjoinersexpected asblocstrengthensglobal network CostaRica has beengrantedaccessiontotheComprehensiveand ProgressiveAgreement for Trans-PacificPartnership(CPTPP). TheCentralAmericannationwill nowformallyjoin theUKas a member ofthetrading bloc, which has acombined...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) is seeking a highly organised and resilient individual to join its Operations Centre team. You will play a key role in supporting the AAIB's response to air accidents and serious incidents, ensuring information is recorded accurately and investigations are supported throughout their lifecycle. This is a fast-paced operational role requiring sound judgement, attention ...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Specialised Committee on the Implementation of the Windsor Framework met in Brussels today, co-chaired by officials from the European Commission and the UK Government. The co-chairs took stock of the implementation of the Windsor Framework since the last meeting on 3 December 2025. They reaffirmed the importance of continued work to deliver the full, timely, and faithful implementation of the Windsor Framework...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: CR Steel Construction Limited, which held a restricted goods vehicle operator's licence authorising one vehicle, appeared before Deputy Traffic Commissioner Giles Pengelly after DVSA identified significant concerns about vehicle maintenance, record keeping and compliance with licence undertakings. Following the inquiry, the Deputy Traffic Commissioner found that the operator was no longer fit to hold an operator's...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today,7 May2026, approved donidalorsen (Dawnzera) for use in patients 12 years and older with hereditary angioedema (HAE) to prevent angioedema attacks. Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is an inherited condition characterised by a deficiency or dysfunction of the C1 inhibitor protein. This can lead to swelling around the body and stoma...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We have launched a recruitment campaign seeking the next independent co-chair for the Council for Science and Technology (CST). CST is the government's highest-level advisory body on science and technology issues. The Council provides independent advice directly to the Prime Minister and Cabinet on strategic science and technology issues. The independent co-chair will jointly chair the Council with the Government...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Overtwo million dosesofillicit medicines with anestimated value of £4.6millionhave been seized in a14-dayenforcement operation carried out in the UK as part of Operation Pangea XVIII, the world's largest coordinated initiative aimed at tackling the illegal medicines trade. This year's operation took place between 10 and 23 March and involved jointworking between the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulator...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * A total of 1,940,000squaremetresof land to be cleared of mines and explosive remnantsthrough therenewedfunding * More than 44,000 people to receive life-saving explosive ordnance risk education * Funding supports Cambodia's progress towards its 2030 mine-clearance obligations Thousands of Cambodian farming families will live and work more safely as the UK renews its commitment to mine action in Cambodia,...
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Lord Chancellor has approved the appointments, for 3 years, of Sanaz Saifolahi, Jennifer McCarthy and Peace Egbulefu as members of the Tribunal Procedure Committee. Sanaz Saifolahi's tenure will start on 1 June 2026. The tenures of Jennifer McCarthy and Peace Egbulefu will commence on 3 July 2026. Sanaz Saifolahi Sanaz Saifolahi is a barrister specialising in immigration, asylum, human rights and public law....
LONDON, May 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Lord Chancellor and Deputy Prime Minister, Lady Chief Justice and Senior President of Tribunals havereappointed Sir Richard Broadbent as Chair of the Board of HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) for 1 year until 30 April 2027. The HMCTS Board is responsible for overseeing the leadership and direction of HMCTS and plays a vital role in making sure the organisation effectively delivers the aims and objective...