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Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 13 December 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The statement underscored the Council’s support to SRSG Abarry and the valuable work of his office in the sub-region. The United Kingdom also welcomes the SRSG’s close coordination of efforts with his counterparts in the region, … Read more

Wolfhound Vehicle with Laser Directed Energy Weapon A high-energy laser weapon has been fired by the British Army from an armoured vehicle for the first time and successfully destroyed flying drones.  It works by directing an intense beam of infra-red light in the form of energy towards its target using advanced sensors and tracking systems which maintain … Read more

The Government and NHS will unveil a refreshed Workforce Plan in the summer with a laser-focus on shifting care from hospitals and into the community, as we work to get the NHS back on its feet and fit for the future. Lord Darzi’s shocking report laid bare the systemic issues which have gripped the NHS … Read more

Lubaina Himid, The sweet sharp taste of limes, 2018 © Lubaina Himid Artworks to be displayed at Bradford Council’s Cartwright Hall Art Gallery have been selected by young people from across the district A second exhibition at The National Archives will showcase pieces commissioned to mark His Majesty The King’s Coronation in 2023 The Government … Read more

International Development Minister Anneliese Dodds will attend a humanitarian conference in Cairo today [Monday 2 December], meeting with international partners, to discuss how to urgently alleviate suffering in Gaza, as part of a three-day visit to the region.    The Minister will announce £19 million of funding for Gaza, including £12 million in funding to the … Read more

Funds will be allocated to the organization CADENA which will be working to provide humanitarian aid in response to the floodings. The Start Fund is a multi-donor pooled fund to which the UK is a major contributor. It provides rapid financing in response to underfunded small to medium scale crises. The Start Fund is a … Read more

Vote will move the UK one step closer to becoming smoke-free, shielding the next generation from the harms of smoking. Ambitious plans to protect children from vaping, including ban on vape advertising and sale of vapes in vending machines, in addition to restricting vape flavours, packaging and shop display. Bill bolstered by additional £10m of … Read more

Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 20 November 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The United Kingdom has voted Yes on this resolution as an expression of our longstanding position on the illegality of Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Expansion of settlements undermines prospects for peace and must … Read more

5 priorities for online safety set out by The Secretary of State. Technology Secretary exercises powers requiring Ofcom to report back on new online safety priorities. Government launches research project to explore impact of social media on young people’s wellbeing and mental health. Online safety campaigners to be consulted as government commits to ensuring future … Read more

UK announces a major aid increase of £113 million for people in Sudan and those who have fled to neighbouring countries Foreign Secretary will call for the Adre border crossing to remain open indefinitely and for immediate action to end the violence Draft UN Security Council resolution introduced to push for the protection of civilians … Read more