LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: On Friday 5 December, the Deputy Head of Mission Victoria Dunne hosted the certificate ceremony for the Rebecca Dykes Changemaker Challenge (RDCC), a youth-led initiative that empowers students across Lebanon to design creative, context-sensitive solutions to end gender-based violence. This year's event coincided with the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, reinforcing the UK's commitment to ...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Successful investigations by APHA have resulted in the sentencing of Mr Jeremy Saunders of Orchard Organic Farm, Newton Abbot for falsifying salmonella test results. The UK has strict rules in place to protect public health and maintain the integrity of the egg supply chain. Robust testing for salmonella in laying flocks is a vital part of these controls, and APHA will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New strategy to lift 550,000 UK children out of poverty by 2030 - delivering the largest expected reduction in child poverty since records began * Measures targeted at working families to stop children growing up in B&Bs, expanding childcare for families on UC and saving parents up to £500 on baby formula * Families in Wales struggling with the cost of living to benefit from wider support announced at budge...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister welcomed the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, to Downing Street today. The leaders discussed the importance of the US-led peace talks for European security and supported the progress made. They instructed their National Security Advisors to continue discussions over the coming days. The leaders un...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: England's drought-hit areas are beginning to recover following the recent wet weather, the National Drought Group heard today. November saw 149% of the long-term average rainfall, which helped kick-start drought recovery but also brought flooding to many parts of the country. As several areas announced a change in drought status, the expert group also heard how the latest science is being used to better protect ...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Following theannouncement at Rebuild Ukraine2025, thesecond round ofInnovateUkraine[www.innovateukraine.io]has launched witha further£17m invested by the UK government. Theseadditionalprojects,together with 12projects supported underthe firstcompetition round,will fosterlow-carbonsolutionsthataddress immediate needs forUkrainianenergyresilienceand security,as well as sustainable approaches tobroader globalcl...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Simon brings more than 30 years' experience with Shell in the energy sector, both internationally and the UK. His background includes extensive experience in the management of energy infrastructure, and the delivery of complex energy projects. Most recently, as Senior Vice President for Shell UK, he has played a pivotal role in the North Sea's energy transition. Following the recent announcement that the UK's fir...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Regulator of Social Housing has today (Monday 8 December) placed Arhag Housing Association Limited on its gradings under review list. RSH is currently investigating matters which may indicate serious failings in the landlord delivering the outcomes of the Governance and Financial Viability Standard. Arhag Housing Association Limited has fewer than 1,000 social housing units and does not therefore...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: As festive celebrations get underway, many people reach for both seasonal drinks and common winter remedies-a combination that can lead to dangerous and unexpected effects. From cough syrups to painkillers, medicines help many of us stay well through the winter. But when used incorrectly, particularly alongside alcohol, even familiar products can cause harm. And with more people socialising,travellingand relying ...
LONDON, Dec. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Atlantic Bastion will combine autonomous vessels and AI with warships and aircraft to create a highly advanced hybrid force to protect undersea cables and pipelines. * Huge appetite from industry to deliver hi-tech capabilities toprotect North Atlantic from Russian submarines create defence jobs in Britain. * Follows increase in Russian underwater activity, including spy ship Yantar exposed by Defence Secretary ...