LONDON, June 13 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States, Donald Trump, this afternoon. The Prime Minister expressed his support for President Trump's efforts to bring the conflict with Iran to an end, welcoming the progress made and underlining the importance of ensuring any deal delivers a durable and lasting peace. The Prime Minister reiterated that the UK stands ready to support the implementation of ...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: 12 June marks the first anniversary of the Air India AI171 accident in Ahmedabad, Western India, that claimed the lives of 260 people on the aircraft and on the ground. Our thoughts are with those from all nationalities who have been affected by this accident. The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) continues to work in its capacity as an Expert under ICAO Annex 13 to pass on to affected families inform...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * One-off MenB vaccination programme to protect all Year 13 pupils, and those under 25 starting university or residential further education for the first time this autumn. * Eligible studentswill need two doses for protection, with the first being offered from July with second dose given inAugust. * International students under 25 entering their first year of university, should receive their first dose in their h...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * more than half (55%)of short journeys in towns and cities to be walked orcycled by 2035 under ambitious new targets * a record£4.5 billionis projectedto be investedover next 5 years for thousands of new routes and safer crossings connecting homes with schools, highstreetsand local services * new routes will save households money, improve public health, cut carbon emissions, reduce congestion and boost loca...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The regulators are advising members of the public to follow this latest guidance so that people can fundraise in a way that protects themselves and the charity they are raising money for. Each year, almost a third of sector income is raised from donations and legacies, including fundraising by the public. The guide sets out practical steps for anyone thinking about setting up a fundraising appeal, including in ...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK sets out timeline for phasing in a full ban on diesel and jet fuel made from Russian crude to cut off funding for Putin's war in Ukraine. * UK confirms the temporary licence for phasing in the ban will expire by the 1 January 2027. * The Government will continue to review the licence every two weeks, in line with our intention to lift the licence as soon as possible. The Government has today confirmed the t...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to Taoiseach Micheal Martin this afternoon. The Prime Minister underlined his concern at the shocking attack in Belfast earlier this week, and said that his thoughts were with Stephen Ogilvieand his family. He condemned the unacceptable violence that erupted in Northern Ireland after the attack and was clear that there is no justification for these scenes. He praised the response of the ...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation issued a statement on the progress of the Indian Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau's investigation. A DfT spokesperson said: This was a tragic accident, and our thoughts remain with the victims and their families. Weacknowledgethe Indian authorities'statement and we look forward to the publication of the final investigation reportin due course. Read the UK Air Accide...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government to open almost 180 Dutch-style Youth Hubs over next two years to tackle rising youth unemployment as nation's NEET number hits one million * Visting the Netherlands, the Work and Pensions Secretary saw how Dutch 'Jongerenpunt' youth points are bringing services under one roof, helping them record Europe's lowest NEET rate * Secretary of State vows to learn from the Netherlands' approach where young p...
LONDON, June 12 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Tariq Sarwar fraudulently transferred more than £3 million from the sale of a Salford commercial property * Christopher Francis laundered the money through a network of accounts and companies, returning funds to Sarwar with creditors losing out * Both men have been sentenced following investigations by the Insolvency Service Two men who carried out a £3 million insolvency fraud and money laundering s...