The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk this evening. The two leaders began by acknowledging the important partnership between the UK and Poland, particularly on security and defence, and the Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s steadfast commitment to the Northolt Treaty to strengthen cooperation in both areas. Turning to Ukraine, the … Read more
PackUK, on behalf of the four UK nations, is introducing a resubmission deadline of 1 September 2026. This applies to 2025 packaging data submissions from producers who pay pEPR fees. The 1 September deadline gives producers a five-month window, from the 1 April reporting deadline, to correct any errors and resubmit packaging data. This will enable fees and Notices of Liability to be published later this … Read more
Rupali Wagh fraudulently secured £216,250 in Bounce Back Loans for her four companies in 2020 The 50-year-old inflated turnover figures, obtained duplicate loans for some companies, and used funds to pay off personal debts and buy stocks and shares Wagh was jailed for more than two years following investigations by the Insolvency Service A fraudster … Read more
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
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