Chairs’ statement following 24 October Coalition of the Willing Leaders’ meeting – uk.gov

Chairs’ statement following 24 October Coalition of the Willing Leaders’ meeting
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The Prime Minister and President Macron today co-chaired a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, attended by President Zelenskyy. Leaders were united in their support for Ukraine, in particular during the challenging winter period, and desire for a just and lasting peace and an end to the bloodshed.  They welcomed President Zelenskyy’s support … Read more

New financial penalties for environmental offences

New financial penalties for environmental offences

Water companies who commit environmental offences could face quicker penalties of up to £500,000, under changes being considered by the government.     A consultation has been launched to expand and strengthen the current range of financial penalties available to the Environment Agency in a bid to clamp down on more offences.   Currently, the Environment Agency struggles … Read more

Government cuts red tape to revolutionise public services with cutting-edge tech

Government cuts red tape to revolutionise public services with cutting-edge tech

 New funding will fast-track ground-breaking innovations such as drones delivering medicines in the Scottish islands to firefighters using AI to spot fire risks faster Slashing unnecessary red tape will help NHS patients, improve safety and speed up delivery of public services Regulatory Innovation Office will reduce the burden for innovative businesses such as drones and … Read more

FCDO statement on DPRK ballistic missile launches: 22 October

FCDO statement on DPRK ballistic missile launches: 22 October

An FCDO spokesperson said: “North Korea’s ballistic missile launches on 22 October are another breach of multiple UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs). Unlawful ballistic missile launches continue to destabilise the peace and security of the Korean Peninsula. The UK strongly urges North Korea to stop such provocations, to engage in meaningful diplomacy and accept offers … Read more

New blueprint for AI regulation could speed up planning approvals, slash NHS waiting times, and drive growth and public trust – uk.gov

New blueprint for AI regulation could speed up planning approvals, slash NHS waiting times, and drive growth and public trust
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AI Growth Labs will unlock new ways to accelerate innovation and cut bureaucracy in a safe environment More new homes, better outcomes for patients, and world-leading innovations for professional services among potential wins for the public This new approach to regulation will help drive forward growth and national renewal under the government’s Plan for Change More new homes, better … Read more

UK regions given extra £20m science and tech cash boost as new investment kicks off landmark growth summit – uk.gov

UK regions given extra £20m science and tech cash boost as new investment kicks off landmark growth summit
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Greater Manchester, West Midlands and Glasgow City Region backed to the tune of £50m each to support local innovation priorities from life-saving medicines to clean fuels that can cut bills Further life sciences investment in state-of-the-art West Midlands facilities to create jobs and boost Britain’s health resilience, with valuable medicines made on home shores Comes … Read more

Government takes action to protect bees from pesticides

Government takes action to protect bees from pesticides

New guidance to protect our vital pollinators from harmful pesticides The government delivers on commitment to review rules on emergency use of pesticides This comes ahead of the launch of  the new Environmental Improvement Plan, which will set out further detail of the government’s ambition to restore our natural environment, including protecting pollinators The government has … Read more