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Banks to be given new powers to protect consumers against scams

Banks will be given new powers to delay and investigate payments that are suspected of being fraudulent, helping to protect consumers against scammers...

Thursday, 3 October 2024 08:54

Transport Secretary opens £200m rail manufacturing factory in Goole

Hundreds of jobs, faster tube journeys and regional growth will be delivered thanks to a new rail manufacturing plant officially opened by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh today (3 October)...

Thursday, 3 October 2024 00:01

De-escalation remains our focus, Defence Secretary says as he visits Armed Forces in Cyprus

The professionalism and commitment of UK Armed Forces deployed in Cyprus was praised by the Defence Secretary John Healey today as he visited key sites...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 18:51

UK and Singapore lead international action to support ransomware victims

The UK and 38 countries including Australia, Canada, Japan, the United States and New Zealandhave united with international cyber insurance bodies to back important new guidance...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 18:44

Aggregates Tax Bill aims to increase use of recycled materials in Scotland

A new Scottish tax aimed at encouraging the use of recycled materials in construction has been approved unanimously by the Scottish Parliament...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 16:55

Scottish government consults on improving palliative care

Views are being sought by the Scottish government on a new strategy Palliative Care Matters for All...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 16:48

Transfer of benefits in Scotland reaches major milestone

Over 200,000 disabled adults have now had their benefit award transferred to Social Security Scotland from the Department for Work and Pensions, new figures show...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 16:45

Scottish government makes £800,000 donation of surplus supplies to Ukraine

Medical equipment and supplies will be sent from Scotland to Ukraine. The shipment of over 500 items includes oxygen concentrators, electric height-adjustable beds with replacement...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 16:42

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's message for Rosh Hashanah

Prime Minister Keir Starmer sends his best wishes for Rosh Hashanah...

Wednesday, 2 October 2024 11:51

Prime Minister to hold talks with EU leaders in Brussels

The Prime Minister will travel to Brussels today to continue his drive to improve the UK’s relationship with the European Union to bolster the security, safety and prosperity of the British people...

Tuesday, 1 October 2024 22:30