LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Ochuko Oyibo has pleaded guilty to offences contrary to Section 3 of the Private Security Industry Act 2001 after Security Industry Authority (SIA) investigators discovered he was working with a forged licence. A number of SIA investigation officers took part in a series of investigations across Islington on the night of 2 August 2024, where Mr Oyibo was found in possession of a forged licence under the name and...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Seabed mapping is the foundational data set for almost all marine activity, it informs safer navigation, sustainable development and management, and smarter decisions about how we use our oceans. In recent weeks, the science of hydrography and seabed mapping has been at the forefront of the marine community with the month of June hosting both World Hydrography Day and the United Nations Ocean Conference held in ...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: NRS has supported 149 projects to bring positive social change to benefit people living in communities across the UK - from Caithness to the tip of North Wales, down to the Bristol and English Channels. Every £1 of the £2,287,696 NRS has invested unlocked another £8.23 in match funding, elevating the community support to over £18.8m. The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority also directly support...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Marjorie will serve a further three-year term, from 5 September 2025 to 4 September 2028. The Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Emma Reynolds, said: I am pleased to confirm the reappointment of Marjorie Ngwenya to the Prudential Regulation Committee. During her first term, Marjorie made significant contributions to the Committee's work, and her continued service will help to ensure that the committee retains ...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: We wish to inform veterinarians, wholesalers and retailers that Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC has initiated a Class II recall to veterinarian level for UK GB Vm 16849/5002 and UK NI Vm 16849/3002. The reason for the recall relates to the identification of visible particles present in the vials. This recall is for the below mentioned batches (50ml vials) only: Batch Number Date of manufacture Date of expiry 14822...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Traffic Commissioner for the North West, David Mullan heard the cases of De-Luxe Coach Services Ltdand South Derbyshire Coaches Ltd in quick succession. These companies and public inquiries had one notable thing in common, a transport manager who had previously lost and regained his repute. Both companies also had a similar range of failings; maintenance deficiencies, unsuitable inspection records and an abs...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * UK Export Finance provided a record £14.5 billion in new financing last year, helping over 667 UK companies to export and grow * Up to 70,000 jobs and £5.4 billion to national GDP supported by UKEF financing, delivering on the government's Plan for Change * Detailed in UKEF's annual report for 2024-25, support for UK businesses helps turbocharge the economy and deliver growth opportunities acr...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * New legislation will set strict deadlines for landlords to fix unsafe cladding or face the consequences * Next phase of Remediation Acceleration Plan proposes new powers for government to remediate buildings if landlords fail to do so * New joint plan for accelerating social housing remediation backed by over £1 billion in new investment Thousands of buildings with unsafe cladding are set to be fixed fast...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn has congratulated the organisers of the 153rd Open at Royal Portrush, and welcomed the significant benefits it will bring to Northern Ireland, following a visit to the event today (Thursday 17 July). He said: "This week's Open championship at Royal Portrush will shine a spotlight on Northern Ireland, showcasing its world-class sports facilities, tourism, and hi...
LONDON, July 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Vote of confidence in UK steel and manufacturing as Taiwanese investor Walsin Lihwa brings new capabilities to the UK and expands its aerospace and energy materials portfolio. * Hundreds of well-paid and skilled jobs to be created, delivering on the Government's Plan for Change for economic growth and higher living standards. * Investment Minister, Baroness Gustafsson, visited Sheffield site today to celebrate ...