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New measures will protect Dartmoor ponies and support those who keep them on the moor.
The government has today (Wednesday 15 July) secured the long-term future of Dartmoor’s iconic pony populations through a package of new protections and financial support.
These heritage rare breeds and semi-wild hill ponies are a much-cherished part of Dartmoor’s landscape and cultural heritage. They also play an important role in conserving
Waste criminals will face heftier fines as the government steps up its zero-tolerance approach to waste crime.
Waste criminals trashing high streets and the countryside will face tougher on-the-spot fines, the government has announced today (15 July 2026).
As part of a major crackdown on waste crime, new legislation will increase the maximum fine for fly-tipping waste to £5,000 – a 400% uplift from the previous level of £1,000. The
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the use of UK‑donor plasma for five high‑priority plasma-derived medicinal products.
Blood in test tubes.
Following an extensive safety review, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved the use of UK‑donor plasma for five high‑priority medicines, helping to strengthen supplies of life-saving treatments used by thousands of critically ill patients each year.
The decision, announced today (9 July 2026), follows an assessment of the potential risk of
Statement by Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
The United Kingdom remains committed to accelerating progress on the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, especially for those most in need.
I will begin with SDG 17 on partnerships, a key theme of the recent Global Partnerships
First deliveries of British-made artillery barrels to Ukraine, under a £61 million contract supporting hundreds of UK jobs.
British-made artillery barrels are being delivered to Ukraine, part of the UK’s enduring support.
150 barrels are being produced by Yorkshire defence company Sheffield Forgemasters through a £61 million contract to BAE Systems, supporting hundreds of jobs.
Defence Secretary visits Sheffield Forgemasters to meet some of the skilled workers benefitting from the UK’s investment in defence.
The first of 150 British-made artillery barrels are being provided to Ukraine to strengthen
At least £50 billion of public finance institution support mobilised to back UK businesses, projects and exports over the last two years.
Investments are supporting over 802,000 jobs across all nations and regions of the UK
Government is unlocking the financial firepower of the institutions by increasing their investment potential by more than £80 billion, supporting key priorities of the Modern Industrial Strategy
Four of Britain’s key public finance institutions (PuFins) that are backing businesses and projects across the UK have made at least £50 billion of investments over the last two years, supporting or sustaining around 802,000 jobs.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle outlined the major economic impact today at an event in
Statement by Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.
First, I would like to congratulate Colombia on the recent presidential elections.
I want to congratulate all of those involved, including the electoral authorities and the security forces, but above all the Colombian people, on a peaceful and transparent democratic process.
This Council and the UN Verification Mission have engaged effectively with successive
Find thousands of restaurants, cinemas, theatres and other attractions near you offering customer discounts following the Chancellor’s summer tax cuts.
In just a few clicks, every family in the UK can now find cheaper days out and children’s meals in restaurants closer to home via the Great British Summer Savings website which has now gone live.
To help all families enjoy a day out for less this summer during a cost-of-living squeeze, the
The UK has announced £10 million to support Palestinian-led early recovery efforts in Gaza and joined an international initiative to help coordinate funding and practical support for reconstruction.
New support to help Palestinians in Gaza begin to rebuild their lives will be announced by the UK today, as the Foreign Secretary calls for urgent international action on the 20-point Gaza peace plan.
Speaking at the Palestine Donor Group in Brussels, she will say the humanitarian crisis in
New application process for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier opening environmental schemes to more farmers
For the first time, Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) will open to direct applications from farmers and land managers, helping more businesses secure funding to restore nature while producing food.
Speaking at Groundswell Festival 2026 today (2 July), Environment Secretary Emma
Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Bahrain.
The United Kingdom strongly condemns Iran’s reckless attacks against Bahrain and Kuwait, and on international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
First, these attacks are directly contrary to resolution 2817, put civilian lives in danger, and
Ambassador Holland thanks the Director of the OSCE's Conflict Prevention Centre for the institution's work across the region, which remains crucial at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, with Russia's malign activities a key factor.
Thank you, Mr Chair.
Director, Dear Kate, thank you for your report and for your leadership of the Conflict Prevention Centre in what you rightly describe as a highly challenging operating environment. Please also pass on our thanks to your hard-working and brilliant team.
As your report makes clear, the context in which the CPC operates is marked by heightened
