Prime Minister to give local leaders power to breathe life into high streets
The Levelling up and Regeneration Bill, expected to be unveiled in the Queen’s speech next week, will provide local leaders with the powers they need to revitalise town centres...
Sunday, 8 May 2022 00:01
UK confirms extra £1.3 billion in military support for Ukraine
The Chancellor today confirms £1.3 billion to meet the ongoing costs of military support to Ukraine during this financial year...
Sunday, 8 May 2022 00:01
Scottish government awards £15 million to support second year of community mental health fund
A fund launched by the Scottish government last year to tackle the social isolation, loneliness and mental health inequalities made worse by the pandemic...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 15:18
Government proposes faster information for victims of domestic abuse
Information about someone’s violent or abusive behaviour will be disclosed faster under changes to Clare’s Law proposed by the Home Office today...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 15:13
Government to reform outdated mental health laws
The draft Mental Health bill is expected to be featured as part of the government’s new legislative programme, unveiled in the Queen’s Speech next week...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 00:01
Export package launched to promote world-class UK seafood overseas
The UK Government has today announced a £1 million package to boost seafood exports and promote the industry’s high-quality produce overseas...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 00:01
Embrace the summer spirit with permanent outdoor seating regime that works for everyone, say councils
Local cafés, bars, pubs and restaurants should be allowed to continue hosting patrons outside on pavements with the introduction of a permanent but locally led pavement licensing regime...
Saturday, 7 May 2022 00:01
Dunfermline MSP responds to McColl's entering administration
Commenting on today's announcement that McColl's is being placed into administration, MSP Shirley-Anne Somerville said, "I know that this will be a deeply unsettling time for all McColl's employees..."
Friday, 6 May 2022 16:42
CMA investigation: CD&R / Morrisons
The CMA is investigating the completed acquisition of WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Holdings, LLC...
Friday, 6 May 2022 15:29
MOD awards £155m contract to provide crucial services to UK Armed Forces in Gibraltar
The £155 million contract, which will provide maintenance work, repairs, servicing, and hard facilities management to the MOD’s estate in Gibraltar, has been awarded to Mitie by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation...
Friday, 6 May 2022 14:52