Lords criticise Government’s ‘lack of leadership and deep-rooted complacency’ following water industry inquiry
The House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee has criticised the Government’s “lack of leadership and deep-rooted complacency” in the conclusion to its follow-up inquiry into Ofwat, the water industry and the role of Government
Tuesday, 19 September 2023 00:01
The UK pushes for a bigger, better and fairer international financial system
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will today (Tuesday) set out new UK action to build a more inclusive international financial system to improve lives around the world at the UN General Assembly...
Tuesday, 19 September 2023 00:01
The UK pushes for a bigger, better and fairer international financial system
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will today (Tuesday) set out new UK action to build a more inclusive international financial system to improve lives around the world...
Tuesday, 19 September 2023 00:01
Scottish First Minister announces up to £2.5 million to boost global health
First Minister Humza Yousaf has pledged up to £2.5 million over the next five years to the Health4Life Fund – which supports global action and progress on the prevention of non-communicable diseases...
Tuesday, 19 September 2023 00:01
UK and US must defend democracy together, Labour's Shadow Defence Secretary will say
The UK and US should be on “high alert” ahead of elections next year and must work together to defend democracy, Labour’s Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey will say as he kicks off a visit to Washington DC...
Monday, 18 September 2023 22:30
Labour: Truss calls for £30bn unfunded tax cuts as UK mortgage rates soar versus other European countries
Former Tory Prime Minister Liz Truss called for over £30 billion of unfunded tax cuts in a speech delivered at the Institute for Government this morning...
Monday, 18 September 2023 22:30
Government considers extension of legal powers to maintain minimum service levels in hospital settings during strike action
The government is considering introducing minimum service level (MSL) regulations that would require some doctors and nurses to work during strikes, in order to protect patient safety...
Monday, 18 September 2023 22:30
Joint statement on Iran's de-designation of experienced IAEA inspectors
France, Germany, the UK and the US have issued a joint statement following Iran's decision to withdraw the designation of several IAEA inspectors...
Monday, 18 September 2023 20:29
Scottish First Minister calls for urgent mobilisation of climate finance
The First Minister Humza Yousaf has called on governments to accelerate financial support for countries most affected by climate-induced loss and damage...
Monday, 18 September 2023 17:43
DfE blog: How we're reducing teacher workload
We want to make sure that teaching is an attractive career choice, which is why we’re committed to tackling unnecessary workload for teachers and leaders...
Monday, 18 September 2023 17:38