LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We are concerned by the situation in Tanzania following the national elections of 28 and 29 October. There are credible reports of a large number of fatalities and significant injuries, as a result of the security response to protests, which began on 29 October. We urge the authorities - as previously discussed with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - to act with maximum restraint and respect the right of assembl...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Princes Group - leading manufacturer known for producing tinned tuna and Napolina tomatoes - lists on London Stock Exchange in major vote of confidence inUK's capital markets. * The IPOwill help drive growth and investment in key sectors - reflecting the Government'smodern Industrial Strategyand Plan for Change. * Business and Trade Secretary Peter KylecallsPrinces Groupa 'Great British success story'and calls ...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Minister for Veterans and People, Louise Sandher-Jones MP said: The death of Jaysley-Louise Beck was a tragedy and her loss continues to be felt across the Army and wider Defence community. My thoughts are with her loved ones and we remain profoundly sorry for the failure to protect her. Today's sentencing does not diminish the profound loss felt by her family, friends and the wider community, but it does repre...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Children and young adults, particularly university students, remain at risk from meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia, which whilst rare, can be devastating, life changing and sometimes deadly. Latest UKHSA data reveals 378 cases of invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) were confirmed in 2024-25. The latest data published today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reveals: * MenB accounted for 82.6% (313...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: More young people from working class backgrounds and underrepresented communities outside London are to be encouraged to explore a career in the creative industries as part of a government campaign launching today. A new report suggests a lack of information, understanding and support is preventing young people from working in creative sectors including film and TV, music, visual arts, advertising and video game...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Clive Maxwell has been appointed as Interim Permanent Secretary at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). His term will begin at the end of November and will run until a new Permanent Secretary is in post. The recruitment process for a new Permanent Secretary will begin soon. Clive brings a wealth of experience to the role as Second Permanent Secretary in DESNZ and previously the Department fo...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Cabinet Secretary, with the approval of the Prime Minister, has appointed Jeremy Pocklington as the new Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Defence. Jeremy is currently Permanent Secretary at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. Jeremy will replace David Williams who is leaving the Civil Service. More details on the process to replace the Permanent Secretary for the Department for Energy Secur...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: At the request of investigating bodies, the Secretary of State has today signed an extension to a transitional provision made under the Legacy Act. This extension will allow those bodies to carry out post-investigative tasks until 30 April 2026. The Government is committed to ensuring families receive information as soon as possible about what happened to their loved ones, and has agreed to extend the provision ...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Mining Remediation Authority was called after the surface hazard, about 4 metres in diameter and 3 metres deep, was discovered in May. The site was made safe, with fences and signage, and a search of our records suggested the collapse was over a shallow roadway leading from a historical mine entry to the abandoned Strathfield colliery. Excavating and filling the collapse. Rob Pilmore, our project manager w...
LONDON, Oct. 31 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The National Drought Group has warned England must prepare for an ongoing drought in 2026, unless there is significant rain this autumn and winter. There are concerns about the country's water resources because of this year's record dry spring and warm summer. The expert group - which includes the Met Office, government, regulators, water companies, the National Farmers' Union, Canal & River Trust, anglers, and...