Covid-19 crisis presents biggest threat to UK's cultural infrastructure, institutions and workforce in a generation, say MPs
Government has consistently failed to recognise scale of challenge facing culture, sport and tourism...
Thursday, 23 July 2020 00:01
Don’t get Petfished: Vets and celebrities led public warnings against ‘cruel and opportunist’ lockdown pet sellers
Vets, charities and animal-loving celebrities have joined forces with a government campaign to warn prospective pet owners against unknowingly buying puppies, kittens, cats and dogs from unscrupulous sellers amid a rise in demand for pets since lockdown...
Thursday, 23 July 2020 00:01
£589m to kickstart rail upgrades across the North
£589m to kickstart work on the Transpennine main line between Leeds, Huddersfield and Manchester has been confirmed today by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps...
Thursday, 23 July 2020 00:01
Jim McMahon comments on the announcement of new transport body Northern Transport Acceleration Council and rail upgrade projects
Jim McMahon MP, Labour’s Shadow Transport Secretary, commenting on the announcement of a new transport body Northern Transport Acceleration Council and rail upgrade projects...
Thursday, 23 July 2020 00:01
PM: Union stronger than ever
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the union, marking one year as Prime Minister with a visit to Scotland and pledging further support for Scottish communities...
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 22:30
British Airways pilots to be consulted on job protection package
After nearly three months of negotiations over British Airways' proposals to make up to 1,255 pilots redundant and change terms and conditions by "fire and rehire"...
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 21:15
UK calls for UN states to protect immunisation programmes alongside search for Covid-19 vaccine
The UK has urged UN members to protect vital immunisation programmes across the world, while remaining focused on supporting the search for a coronavirus vaccine.
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 19:20
Former Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell will back an "immediate minimum income guarantee" in a speech tonight
McDonnell will issue the demand, as part of the Socialist vision for a post Covid economy, in his first significant policy intervention since stepping down as Shadow Chancellor when he launches a new policy and campaigning initiative “Claim the Future.”
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 19:00
UK reiterates concern over global cyber attacks
Alongside allies, UK condemns targeting of those working to respond to the coronavirus pandemic...
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 16:03
Ministerial direction for the purchase of OneWeb
Letters authorising support for the purchase of satellite company OneWeb...
Wednesday, 22 July 2020 15:59