Friday, June 12, 2026

Government welcomes hospitality and tourism sector plans to further strengthen its safety standards to prevent violence against women and girls

At a meeting of leading figures from the UK’s hospitality, tourism and night-time economy sectors, ministers heard the industry’s plans to further bolster safety standards across the industry.

UKHospitality and its members have driven forward a proactive programme of further work to promote the safety and security of women and girls, including enhancing guidance on guest safety.

Government and industry agreed to work together to build on existing partnership work at

Speech Russia is not serious about peace and its war against Ukraine is increasingly unsustainable: UK statement to the OSCE

Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, highlights E3 leaders’ reaffirmation of unwavering support for Ukraine’s defence, underscores the unsustainability of Russia’s war effort in the face of mounting casualties and minimal territorial gains, condemns continued Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure and irresponsible nuclear rhetoric, and calls on Russia to agree an immediate and unconditional ceasefire.

On 7 June, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, the President of France and the Chancellor of Germany met President Zelenskyy in London and reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s illegal invasion and set out the conditions for

New champion to be appointed for Britain’s mutuals and co-operatives

Plans for a new champion for mutuals and co-ops have been unveiled in a speech by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury in Birmingham today.

Rachel Blake gave her backing to the growth of the mutuals and co-ops sector and doubling its size at the Co-op Congress today – an annual event which brings together leaders, practitioners, and innovators to explore shared challenges and opportunities.

Mutuals and co-operatives are businesses or organisations owned and run by their members,

Europe's largest drone testing centre opens in Swindon to boost defence innovation

Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis MP opens Europe’s biggest drone testing centre in Swindon, learning lessons from the Ukraine and Iran conflicts.

Defence Secretary speaks to personnel regarding drone technology.

  • Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis MP opens Europe’s biggest drone testing centre in Swindon, learning lessons from the Ukraine and Iran conflicts.
  • Uncrewed Systems Centre, based at new DroneTEX facility, will keep Armed Forces at edge of innovation, rapidly developing and fielding capabilities in weeks, not years.
  • Centre will support small British businesses, unlock exports and create jobs as part of largest sustained defence spending boost since the Cold War.

Britain’s Armed Forces will be strengthened with the latest drone technology after the

Lower dose needle-free allergy treatment approved for younger children

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of the adrenaline nasal spray under close review.  

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has today, 12 June 2026, approved a new lower dose version of the adrenaline (epinephrine) nasal spray, EURneffy, for the emergency treatment of serious allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in children aged four years and over.

This approval means younger children are eligible for a needle-free treatment option for the

Britain powers ahead on AI with billions of pounds of new investment and thousands of jobs secured as London Tech Week wraps up

More than £6 billion of new investment and around 8,000 new jobs have been announced this week, as companies from around the world choose to build, hire and scale here.

More than £6 billion of new investment and around 8,000 new jobs have been announced this week, as companies from around the world choose to build, hire and scale here – reinforcing Britain’s position as a global hub for AI.  

From AMD’s £2 billion commitment for next generation AI compute, to Nebius investing

Tough US-style courts to crack down on repeat offenders

The public will be better protected from crime under a major expansion of tough Texas-style courts which will see thousands of offenders monitored by judges.

  • New £9 million funding to more than double number of problem-solving courts
  • Repeat offenders to be strictly monitored by one judge or risk time in prison
  • World-recognised approach has been shown to reduce reoffending by a third

A £9 million funding boost announced today (12 June) will help to more than double the number of Intensive Supervision Courts, an innovative approach to sentencing which aims to cut reoffending by tackling the root causes of crime.

The model recognises that factors like addiction and trauma can be the root causes of repeat

New CEO appointed to drive Greater Cambridge growth

David Hill has been appointed as the first Chief Executive of the Greater Cambridge Development Corporation.

David Hill, Chief Executive of the Greater Cambridge Development Corporation.

  • David Hill named as Chief Executive to lead Greater Cambridge Development Corporation
  • Appointment confirms government’s infrastructure-first approach to accelerate economic growth in Greater Cambridge
  • New body will bring land together for development, invest in key sites and unlock stalled land to realise Cambridge’s full economic potential

David has been appointed today (Friday 12 June) as the first Chief Executive of the proposed Greater Cambridge Development Corporation – a new regeneration body being

Speech UK statement on Ukraine to IAEA Board of Governors - June 2026

Delivered to the International Atomic Energy Agency Board of Governors meeting on June 2026

Sonia Farrey

I thank the Director General for his sobering report, and for the continued professionalism and courage of IAEA staff on the ground. Their presence remains indispensable in reducing risks and providing independent, credible reporting under extraordinarily difficult conditions. 

The report points to a progressively degrading operating environment across Ukraine’s

New natural history GCSE to grow next generation of green careers

Biodiversity, conservation and human influences on the natural world among the topics of study, as public encouraged to have their say on the new qualification.

In a landmark moment for education, young people will soon be able to grow the knowledge and skills they need for future careers shaped by science, technology and environmental change, as the new Natural History GCSE is one step closer to being taught in classrooms.   

The new qualification will see pupils’ study three core areas: habitats and wildlife in the UK,

Homer's Odyssey Retold in Deep Space: 'The Ulysses Universe' Launches

The starship Odyssey in deep space - The Ulysses Universe, a retelling of Homer's Odyssey

The starship Odyssey in deep space - The Ulysses Universe, a retelling of Homer's Odyssey

The Blinding, book one of the science fiction series The Ulysses Universe

The Blinding, book one of the science fiction series The Ulysses Universe

The Substrate, the companion non-fiction book to The Ulysses Universe

The Substrate, the companion non-fiction book to The Ulysses Universe

Admiral Ulysses Theron, protagonist of The Ulysses Universe

Admiral Ulysses Theron, protagonist of The Ulysses Universe

Penelope, who waits on Ithaca - The Ulysses Universe

Penelope, who waits on Ithaca - The Ulysses Universe

As a 2026 film returns the Odyssey to cinemas, a new sci-fi series moves Homer's epic to the 23rd century. Book one, The Blinding, is out now.

I grew up on Greek myths and science fiction at the same kitchen table, and never understood why we kept them in separate rooms. Move the Odyssey into space and you barely change the questions.”
— Sotiris Spyrou, author of The Ulysses Universe

LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As a major film adaptation returns Homer's Odyssey to cinemas in 2026, a new science fiction series sets out on the same ancient voyage, this time

Behind the Goal (Come on England) from Unforgiven Shakers with All Proceeds Going to Supporting Breast Cancer Charities

Unforgiven Shakers

Behind the Goal (Come on England)

Track Title: Behind the Goal (Come on England) Genre: Pop Launch Date: Out Now ISRC Code: GX5FG2100015

HAMPSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, June 12, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Unforgiven Shakers set out to highlight relatable and common issues within society with catchy, memorable and anthemic songs.

True to the name of the band, the Unforgiven

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