LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz along with their spouses at the G7 summit in France. The leaders began by reflecting on the summit so far, and welcomed the peace deal struck between the US and Iran. Turning to the close relationship between the UK and Europe, the leaders discussed the UK's ambition to get closer to the EU. The Prime Minister said he believed good progress had been made, ...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Key points * The Defence Industrial Joint Council (DIJC) is a key forum for strategic engagement, enabling earlier collaboration and fast responses to urgent operational needs * Early market engagement is providing clearer and insight into available capability, supporting quicker, better informed procurement decisions * MOD Category Strategies are strengthening access to critical materials, reducing supp...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met President of the European Council António Costa this afternoon. The leaders underlined the importance of close cooperation between the UK and Europe, to benefit both sides. A closer relationship was vital for European security, resilience and prosperity, they reiterated. Both leaders agreed to work closely ahead of the UK-EU summit, which they agreed would be held on July 22. Discl...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the G7 Summit in Evian today. The leaders began by reflecting on discussions at the G7 and the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East. With war still raging in Europe, and a conflict thousands of miles away impacting people at home, it was vital the UK and the European Union worked closely together to provide security and opport...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: New cash equivalent transfer value (CETV) factors for 21 public service pension schemes are now available on the GAD Factors Guidance Hub. These updates have been provided by the Government Actuary's Department (GAD) following the change to the SCAPE discount rate. Trigger event On 19 May 2026, HM Treasury (HMT) announced a change to the SCAPE discount rate from CPI + 1.7% p.a. to CPI + 2.0% p.a. HMT also revi...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * £61 million fund to encourage local people to step in and savepubs,shopsand other community gems * Communities Secretary Steve Reed announces cash boost in part of a wider£301 millionpackage tosupport high streets,drive communitycontroland back local people * Package builds on wider £5.8 billion Pride in Place programme, handing real power and money to local people who know their areas best Pubs...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * B&Q and Currys join government plans to bring plug-in solar to UK homes * Rooftop solar panels are already saving families up to £480a month * Government launches consultation for industry views on ensuring consumer safety More families are set to save money on bills as flagship retailers Currys, B&Q, Amazon and Lidl join government plans to bring plug-in solar panels to UK homes. At a roundtable of some...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The published Terms of Reference, Terms of Reference - Wholesale Digital Markets Champion (PDF, 209 KB, 3 pages), sets out how he will lead industry in driving the adoption of digital technologies across UK markets, increasing competitiveness, driving down cost and enhancing resilience. On 21 April, the government appointed Chris Woolard CBE as the Wholesale Digital Markets Champion to provide market leadership...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * £1.3 billion in new investment secured from leading companies in France and India to back clean energy and AI projects in the UK * More than 1,400 new jobs to be created in Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham * Major new battery storage and clean power projects to boost energy security and help bring down bills for working people The Prime Minister will unveil a major package of international investment into...
LONDON, June 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister met the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, at the G7 this afternoon. The leaders began by reflecting on the peace deal struck between the United States and Iran on Sunday, and paid tribute to President Trump's efforts, and all partners involved, to secure a wayforward. It was vital the Strait of Hormuz was now opened with no tolls and full freedom of navigationforglobal shipping, they ag...