LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Targeted and measured delivery plans to set out progress towards environmental targets while supporting economic growth * £500 million to supercharge landscape-scale nature recovery across England People across England willbenefitfrom cleaner air and water under a strengthened plan to restore the natural environment, backed by hundreds of millions of pounds to revive iconic landscapes. T...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: At around 09:20 on 26 September 2025, train reporting number 1Y80, the 07:08 Middlesbrough to London Kings Cross service, operated by London North Eastern Railway (LNER), was involved in an overspeeding incident at Grantham South Junction. The train was routed over diverging points with a permanent speed restriction of 25mph (40km/h). The associated signals displayed the expected indications; however, the train t...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thefestive period isa time for reflection, celebration, and gathering with family and friends. From the twinkling lights of Christmas and Hanukkah to the warmth of Yule andceremonyofZarathoshtNoDiso, fires and candles often play a part in our winter traditions. But as we celebrate,it'simportant to stay safe - especially when it comes to medicines,andmedical devices. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulato...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) fee structurewill change on 1 January 2026 and are as follows. Transmittal fee * £75 Search fee * £1,605 International fee * for the first 30 sheets: £1,242 * for each sheet over 30: £14 Restoration for restoration of priority * £150 Reductions for e-filing * electronic filing (not being in character coded format): £187 * electronic filing...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Felix Milton has been banned from acting as a company director for 15 years aftersubmittingfalsified bank statements to obtain a £150,000 government-backed loan and a VAT refund of almost £180,000 * Milton alteredseveral documentsto show millions of pounds in his company account when the true balance wasas little as £3.20, and created fake invoices to support the claims * The Nameless Ltd....
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: RYA SafeTrx - the vessel tracking, safety and communications platform - will be discontinued at the end of this month, from 31 December. The decision to close RYA SafeTrx has been made by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), in discussion with HM Coastguard, due to advances in technology since the app's inception. HM Coastguard's search and rescue services remain fully operational, alongside all other safety mea...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Chancellor has thanked him for his dedicated public service and leadership of the OBR. (PDF, 88.4 KB, 1 page) Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves said: I want to thank Richard Hughes for his public service and for leading the Office for Budget Responsibility over the past five years and for his many years of public service. This government is committed to protecting the independence of the OBR and the...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * PM hosts Christmasmarket-style showcase at Downing Street, celebrating small firms, frontline workers and community champions at the annuallightsswitch-on. * Small businesses are set for a bumper festive season, with spending up 19% on last year - which could provide an extra £5 billion boost. * Budget 2025 delivered key support, including extended Rates Relief, full funding for under-25 apprenticeships, an...
LONDON, Dec. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, this afternoon. The leaders began by reflecting on the intensive diplomacy that had been done in recent days, including by the Ukrainian delegation currently in the United States. The Prime Minister also updated on his recent discussions, including with the NATO Secretary General yesterday, and th...
LONDON, Nov. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Prime Minister spoke to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this morning. The leaders began by taking stock of the situation in Ukraine. Peace talks in recent days had gained momentum, but the focus had to be on securing a just and lasting peace for Ukraine, both underlined. The leaders discussed the work being done by the Coalition of the Willing to prepare for a cessation of hostilities and welcomed the cl...