LONDON, Oct. 9 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Nine further areas across England to benefit from a £167 million investment in Connect to Work - the programme that refuses to write off sick or disabled people. * Funding includes putting specialist employment advisers in GP surgeries and mental health services, and community-based referral partners. * Comes as part of £1 billion investment to unlock people's potential, breaking down barriers to oppor...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Birmingham Museums Trust, Barnsley Museums and Discover Bucks Museum are among 75 museum organisations set to receive grants to help keep cherished civic museums open and engaging * The Museum Renewal Fund delivers on the government's Plan for Change commitment to ensure communities can access culture locally Millions of people across England will be able to continue to celebrate their local heritage thanks to ...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * 64 Indian companies will invest over £1 billion into the UK, creating 6,900 jobs spread across every region * Deals signed and sealed during the Prime Minister's trade mission to India, where he has promised to open doors for British business and drive growth at home - delivering on the Plan for Change * Investments are another vote of confidence in the UK economy and cement its reputation as one of the bes...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: A record number of gang leaders have been charged for 'county lines' offences in the past year following targeted police action through the government's County Lines Programme. More than 1,120 senior gang members have been charged and over 2,300 'deal lines' closed in the 12 months since July 2024, due to targeted policing of key transport networks and investment in automatic number plate recognition technology. ...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Families in North Sussex are set to benefit from thousands of new homes following a landmark agreement between government, regulators and industry - resolving a four-year pause on development while safeguarding local wetlands and wildlife. This marks a major step forward in delivering homes for local families, supporting community growth and protecting the natural heritage of the Arun Valley. Around 4,000 homes ...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK has reaffirmed its support for Georgian sovereignty during a session at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. The UK continues to be a strong supporter of UN Human Rights Council Resolution 60/16 on "Cooperation with Georgia". The resolution highlights the ongoing human rights violations and humanitarian concerns resulting from Russia's continued occupation of Georgian territory. Minister of State Stephe...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Dr Christian Turner, recently appointed as the UK's next Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, concluded a two-day visit to Lebanon. This is part of his regional engagement ahead of assuming his new role in January. During his visit, Dr Turner held meetings with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji. He also met UN Deputy Special Coordinator, Resident C...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: This is the biggest event the UK is hosting with Malaysia during its ASEAN Chair year, underlining the UK's ambition to elevate its AI partnership with Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region as a catalyst for growth. The opening of the three-day Summit was attended by Seema Malhotra, Minister for the Indo-Pacific at the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, Malaysia's Minister of Digital, Gobind Singh Deo...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Three new Bollywood blockbusters will be made in the UK from next year, the Prime Minister has announced in Mumbai today. Yash Raj Film, India's leading film production and distribution company, have confirmed plans to bring their major productions to locations across the United Kingdom from early 2026, creating over 3,000 jobs and boosting the economy by millions of pounds. To mark the announcement, the Prime M...
LONDON, Oct. 8 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) funds the Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service (HLPAS) throughout England and Wales to provide: * Early legal advice to anyone at risk of possession proceedings and loss of their home - advice can be provided in relation to housing, debt and welfare benefits issues * In court duty on the day emergency advice and advocacy to anyone facing possession proceedings The service enables any...