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Angela Rayner calls for inquiry into Tory school reforms that put state schools at a disadvantage

Angela Rayner MP, Labour’s Shadow Education Secretary, is calling for an inquiry into Tory school reforms that are putting state schools at a disadvantage to private schools...

Sunday, 30 December 2018 18:27

Communities to have greater say in protecting local trees

Environment Secretary Michael Gove today announced plans to create greater protections for trees in urban areas...

Sunday, 30 December 2018 14:45

CPTPP will be a ‘force for good’ in promoting free trade, says Fox

A new free trade agreement in the Pacific has come into force today (Sunday 30 December) and will play a crucial role in promoting free trade.

Sunday, 30 December 2018 00:01

Activity ‘passport’ to inspire schoolchildren and boost resilience

Primary school children will be challenged to go on a nature trail, visit a local landmark or make a treasure map through a new ‘passport’ of activities...

Saturday, 29 December 2018 16:56

Commuting by bike to become easier in New Year following funding boost

Commuting by bike is set to become easier in 2019 as new facilities are set up at stations across the country...

Saturday, 29 December 2018 00:01

Out of this world innovations forge ahead in 2018 thanks to local growth fund

A cancer research laboratory in Southampton, a Centre of Excellence for degree apprenticeships in Sheffield and the roll out of superfast broadband to Cumbria are several innovative projects...

Saturday, 29 December 2018 00:01

SNP welcomes increase in Scots women in sport

The SNP has welcomed figures that show the number of women across Scotland participating in basketball, football, hockey, aquatics, rugby, snow sports and tennis clubs...

Saturday, 29 December 2018 00:01

Guidance on holding a slaughter gathering for the sale of TB restricted cattle

The Animal and Plant Health Agency has published guidance on how to apply for a licence to hold a market in England and Wales...

Friday, 28 December 2018 15:54

Guidance on health protection in schools and other childcare facilities

Public Health England has published a practical guide for staff on managing cases of infectious diseases in schools and other childcare settings...

Friday, 28 December 2018 15:10

DfT policy paper - TransPennine Express 2015 rail franchise agreement

The franchise agreement between the Secretary of State for Transport and First TransPennine Express Limited dated 22 December 2015...

Friday, 28 December 2018 12:50