LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A year-long programme supported by Sellafield Ltd is helping young people in Warrington at risk of anti-social behaviour to build confidence, develop new skills and make positive life choices. Through the partnership with Warrington Youth Zone, the 'Train Like a Pro' initiative has used sport, mentoring and structured activities to engage young people referred by Cheshire Police, Warrington Youth Justice Service...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government addressing challenges faced by creative businesses in accessing finance * British Business Bank is encouraging lending and investment to businesses across these sectors * Government update comes as industry gathers at The Big Creative UK Investment Summit in London Ambitious businesses within the creative industries that are seeking financial support to scale up will benefit from a major extension t...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Former takeaway owner Zhang Jin Chen has been ordered to pay more than £70,000 after withdrawing tens of thousands of pounds in cash and spending money on luxury items * The 52-year-old sold his house in October 2020 and withdrew his share of the proceeds before applying for bankruptcy in July 2021 claiming he could not repay his debts, including a substantial VAT bill * Chen was handed a suspended sentenc...
LONDON, Feb. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Businesses in Port Talbot and the surrounding area can now apply to a new £11.78 million fund to create high-quality jobs and attract long-term investment. The newly-opened Economic Growth and Investment Fund is designed to support companies that offer skilled, well-paid employment opportunities and help them grow. The fund is made up of £6.78 million from the UK Government and £5 million from Ta...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has completed an in-depth assessment of Librela, a pain relief injection for dogs with osteoarthritis, as part of our ongoing surveillance activities. The VMD confirms that the medicine's benefits continue to outweigh the risks for most dogs treated. Veterinary professionals are advised to review the Summary of Product Characteristics before prescribing, monitor patient...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A senior public sector leader with extensive experience in leadership roles across criminal justice, policing, and community safety, Mike Cunningham CBE QPM has been appointed as Chair of the Security Industry Authority (SIA) by the Security Minister. Mike Cunningham will take up the role on 1 March, taking over from Heather Baily QPM, who after 5 years as the Chair of the SIA will step down at the end of Februa...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British Deputy High Commissioner to Malaysia, David Wallace hosted a reception on 12 February 2026 to welcome back the 2024/25 cohort of Malaysian scholars. At the reception, Mr Wallace said: The UK is proud of its world class universities, a deep tradition of academic and research excellence. I am pleased to see top Malaysian scholars choosing UK education, and returning to Malaysia with new skills, knowle...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Chair of the SIA is responsible for leading the Board in carrying out its responsibilities to deliver ministerial expectations and the strategic objectives of the SIA. The SIA Chair is responsible to the Home Secretary for the governance and performance of the SIA as an arm's length body of the Home Office. Michelle Russell, Chief Executive of the SIA, welcomed Mike Cunningham and said: On behalf of the SIA...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today launched aconsultation on proposalsforindefinite recognition of CE-marked medical devices in Great Britain (GB),aimed at protecting patient access and ensuring the continued supply of safe and effective medical technologies. Around 90% of medical devices currently used in Great Britain are CE marked, and the proposals for indefinite recogni...
LONDON, Feb. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK has handed over the last of five modernised medical rehabilitation wards to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as part of Project Renovator. Defence Equipment and Support and the Defence Medical Services have been working together for two years on this project, and representatives were on site to sign the formal handover documents. Renovator is a NATO funded project to expand Ukraine's military medical rehabili...