Schools and colleges across England are set to save an estimated £220 million on energy bills over the lifetime of the solar panels through the government’s solar panels programme – and hundreds more are joining, as the Department for Education today (Thursday 16 July) announces the next wave of the rollout. 245 schools and colleges … Read more
Businesses, charities and organisations to bid for up to £60 million to fund innovative ideas to support disabled people move closer and into work. Expert panel – including Paralympian Tanni Grey Thompson – to help design the fund and shortlist best ideas Comes as part of £3.5 billion employment support package to knock down barriers … Read more
Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has today (12 July) announced a joint scheme between UK Export Finance (UKEF) and the British Business Bank which will help small and medium-sized businesses access the finance they need to expand their export potential and grow. Launching in spring next year, the scheme will target support at the … Read more
Plans to keep vapes out of sight in shops, airports and wholesalers Plain packaging for all tobacco products, including cigars and cigarette papers Plans to stop vapes being marketed to children have been unveiled today (10 July) as part of a UK-wide consultation to introduce plain packaging, restrictions on flavour description rules and keeping vapes out of sight in shops. Action on Smoking and … Read more
Long-term Capital Plan backed by record investment to rebuild NHS buildings, replace ageing equipment and improve patient care. Nearly 800 GP surgery upgrades helping unlock an estimated 9 million extra appointments. Affordable homes on NHS land to help health workers live closer to the hospitals and communities they serve. Patients will benefit from faster access to care, more … Read more
Government launches Call for Evidence to ensure toy safety rules are fit for a modern age It will examine emerging risks including chemical safety and AI-enabled toys Part of wider action to crack down on unsafe products, strengthen consumer protections, and provide clarity to businesses to support trade and growth Children will be better protected … Read more
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for the global economy. Restoring safe transit for ships of all nations through the Strait is a matter of global concern. The Sultanate of Oman has agreed to work with the United Kingdom and France to ensure that its sovereign territorial waters are safe for navigation. The … Read more
Thousands of vulnerable teenagers risk missing out on support because local authorities do not always have complete information about whether young people are in education, employment, or training. Building on the Milburn Review, the government is providing additional support and tools to help councils identify those at risk earlier and intervene more effectively. New data … Read more
First ever Commissioner to speak up for women, babies and families National Action Plan will be published in December to overhaul services and drive long-term change Additional £41 million investment to improve safety at maternity and neonatal facilities New standards for maternity triage across the country will end the postcode lottery in care Families across … Read more
The government will repeal the Vagrancy Act tomorrow (Monday 29 June), bringing an end to nearly two centuries of legislation that has criminalised rough sleeping and begging. Originally introduced in 1824, the Vagrancy Act has been found to punish people simply for not having a home. As a result, it has pushed vulnerable people away … Read more
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