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
Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 1 November 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) The UK welcomes the renewal of the mandate of EUFOR Althea today, and I join others in thanking France for its efforts as penholder on the text. EUFOR’s presence continues to play a vital role in … Read more
The Chancellor of the Exchequer has today announced the appointment of David Goldstone as independent Chair of the Office for Value for Money. David will advise the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Chief Secretary to the Treasury on decisions for the multi-year Spending Review. This will include conducting an assessment of where and how to … Read more
Minister for Europe, North America and UK Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, said: The UK supports the OSCE ODIHR preliminary findings on parliamentary elections in Georgia on 26 October, for which the UK contributed 50 short term observers to its monitoring mission. The report finds the misuse of administrative resources, a highly polarised campaign environment, as … Read more
Location: United Nations, New York Delivered on: 24 October 2024 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) May I start by thanking President Salam for his leadership during what has been an exceptionally busy period for the Court. As today’s report highlights, the past year has seen a significant increase in the number … Read more
jurors in traumatic cases to receive 24/7 support and free counselling sessions first-of-its kind scheme underway in 14 courts across the country Six free sessions for jurors who hear disturbing evidence, including murder, abuse and cruelty In a new pilot launched earlier this month, jurors in 14 Crown Courts across the country will be able to … Read more
The people of Sudan are experiencing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. 25 million people, half of Sudan’s population, are in urgent need of assistance. Fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has forced approximately 11 million from their homes, fleeing horrific violence and severe hunger since the outbreak … Read more
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