LONDON, Nov. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New projects totalling over £14 million launched to support efforts putting quantum to work - from affordable and portable hospital eye scanners to more resilient transport * International partnerships with Japan and California to keep UK research at the cutting edge of quantum * Announcements come at UK's NationalQuantum Technologies Showcase - major event highlighting how this breakthrough technology will...
LONDON, Nov. 7 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is proposing to accept remedies offered following its investigation into Greencore Group's deal to buy Bakkavor Group. Greencore is a major food manufacturer, supplier and distributor which is dedicated to the production and supply of convenience food in the UK. Bakkavor is a multinational manufacturer and supplier of fresh prepared foods across the UK, Ireland and the ...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Dozens of areas across England to roll out new technology that will make care more personalised and free up appointments - up to 500,000 every year when fully operational * Thousands of patients to benefit from faster, more convenient care at home, reducing pressure on the NHS ahead of winter * Rollout comes as NHS launches world-first trial to support motor neuron disease remotely More patients will receive fa...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Mayors setting housing agenda to build more social and affordable homes for the first time, backed by £7 billion funding from historic decade-long programme * Sweeping measures to strip away barriers for councils to build at scale, helping more families escape temporary accommodation and agonising waiting lists * Alongside £150 million packageto giveMayors the tools to transform neglected brownfieldlan...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Militaryfamiliesin Cambridgeshireare set tobenefitfrom the biggest transformation of military housing in more than 50 years,aspart oftheGovernment'sDefence Housing Strategy. Almost half of the homes in BassingbournBarracksare set tobenefitfrom the new Defence Housing Strategy, installing new heating systems and solar panelsto improve energy efficiency and reduce energybills for families. The Minister for Veteran...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The court appointed the Official Receiver asLiquidator of:   * Assent Building Compliance Limited(company number:05311596)   * LB Building Control Limited(company number:06442788)   * Oculus Building Consultancy Limited (company number: 03414863) The Official Receiver will wind-downthe companiesin accordance withherstatutory duties. The Official Receiver will also inqu...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approvedSiiltibcy(rdESAT-6 and rCFP-10),adiagnostic aid for detection ofMycobacterium tuberculosisinfection, includingtuberculosisdisease,in adults andchildren. Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease most commonly affecting the lungs,but capable of spreading to other parts of the body. It isusuallytransmitted through the air. Siiltibcyisgiven...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Government Science and Engineering (GSE) Profession is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Royal Society Pairing Scheme - a flagship initiative that continues to strengthen the connection between science and policy. Now in its 22nd year, the scheme represents a long-standing and successful collaboration between the GSE Profession and The Royal Society. Together, we have supported h...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Environment Agency investigation ends in successful prosecution * Quarry owners to receive £18,236.40 in compensation following incident A sentencing hearing for Philip McDowell, 38, of Willoughbridge Lodge Farm, Willoughbridge, Market Drayton, was held at Kidderminster Magistrates Court on Wednesday 5 November 2025. He had admitted allowing a discharge of dairy slurry into Lordsley Wood Quarry without an...
LONDON, Nov. 6 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Ajax supports a UK-wide supply chain of more than 230 companies and over 4,100 jobs. * Built in Merthyr Tydfil in Wales, it is another demonstration of defence as an engine for economic growth. * First new armoured fighting vehicle to enter service with the British Army in nearly 30 years. Thousands of skilled workers across the UK have helped equip British soldiers with the world's most advanced medium weight ...