LONDON, Oct. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The British Ambassador to Lebanon, Hamish Cowell, joined Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's Representative Minister Haneen El Sayed, UN Women Representative Gielan El Messiri , Canadian Ambassador to Lebanon Gregory Galligan and Lebanese political leaders at a high-level conference to launch a landmark study on women's political participation within political parties in Lebanon. The study, conducted by UN Women Lebanon...
LONDON, Oct. 1 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The UK is honoured to have been successfully re-elected to Part 1 of the Council.A position that we have held since the organisation's inception. Membership of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council provides the UK with the best means to drive forward essential policy on ensuring the safety, security and sustainability of global aviation, delivering for UK passengers and industry. We will al...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: During a meeting today [September 29] UK Department for Business and Trade Permanent Secretary Gareth Davies and Japan's Ministry for Economy Trade and Industry Vice-Minister for International Affairs Matsuo Takehiko confirmed the main areas and directions to be addressed in a workplan for the UK-Japan Industrial Strategy Partnership, and announced a first tranche of activity under this partnership to sustain co...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Somerset residents are invited to join the annual Somerset Prepared Community Resilience Day on Wednesday 15 October at Taunton Racecourse Conference Centre (10am to 4pm). This is a free community event to find out more about being ready for emergencies such as flooding, severe weather, power cuts, or issues on the road. Celebrity guest Distinguished broadcaster Clinton Rogers has been announced as headline s...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * 758,000 matured Child Trust Fund accounts remain unclaimed. * Average Child Trust Fund is worth more than £2,240. * Young people encouraged to find their matured Child Trust Fund quickly and for free using the GOV.UK locator tool. * Part of Government's mission to grow the economy and deliver on our Plan for Change. Latest figures reveal 758,000 18 to 23 year olds have yet to claim their matured Child Tr...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Twelve employers from across Wales were recognised for the outstanding support they give to the armed forces community at an Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) awards ceremony held at HMS CAMBRIA, Cardiff Bay on 25 September. Guests were entertained by music from Cerys Rees regimental harpist of The Royal Welsh, and the Regimental Band of The Royal Welsh. The compere for the evening was Sian Lloyd, with the wel...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thank you, Special Rapporteur, for your report. Gender equality is a key building block of all healthy, peaceful and prosperous societies. It underpins human rights and is essential for long-term, sustainable development. The UK is committed to tackling gender inequality around the world; empowering women and girls is at the heart of our international work. We know there are no quick fixes; we need an approach...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * DASA has launched a new Themed Competition: PYRAMID for avionics and mission systems Phase 2 * This competition is run on behalf of the Royal Air Force's Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) * The total possible funding available for this competition is up to £3m (excluding VAT) * Competition closes at midday 25 November 2025 (GMT) The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is pleased to launch a new Themed ...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Tougher measures on foreign political influence will come into force overnight (1 October) to ensure our democracy operates in the interests of working people, not hostile actors who seek to cause division.  A 3 month 'grace period' window has been in place since 1 July to give legitimate businesses and individuals time to register before midnight on 1 October, to remain compliant with the law. From this...
LONDON, Sept. 30 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Thecharitywasplacedunderstatutory inquiry inJune 2024toinvestigateconcernsabouttrustee electionsandthe charity'sgeneralgovernance. The Interim Managerappointmentisconsidered by the Commission to bethe mostappropriateand proportionateoptionto address issues within the charityduringits ongoing inquiry. The interim manager appointed, Mr Khalid Sofi of Lee Bolton Monier-Williams LLP, has specific duties to fulfil,...