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Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the UK condemn Russia’s sham elections in Ukraine’s territories breaching Ukraine’s sovereignty.
Holding Russia’s State Duma elections in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, as Russia did in Crimea and Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia, is a gross violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and independence, and the UN Charter.
These sham elections are part of a wider system of occupation: the imposition of Russian
The Prime Minister spoke with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navin Ramgoolam, this afternoon.
The Prime Minister spoke with the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navin Ramgoolam, this afternoon.
The Prime Minister began by setting out his intention for the UK and Mauritius to work closely together.
He noted the clear benefits the two countries could bring to each other across a range of shared objectives, including tackling climate change, combatting illicit finance, and boosting growth and trade, as they looked to create opportunities for people at home.
Turning to the future of the military base on Diego Garcia, the Prime Minister underlined his commitment to working with Mauritius and the United States on a way forward that secures the operation of the base and protects UK national security.
The two leaders agreed to stay in close contact, with the Prime Minister adding that he hoped the UK Foreign Secretary and Mauritian Foreign Minister Ramful would be able to meet this week at UNGA to further strengthen the relationship between the UK and Mauritius.
Foreign Secretary address at New York Climate Week's Opening Ceremony, speaking on: 'What climate security means now'
It is really fantastic to be back here at NY Climate Week, I can honestly say to you, this is my second favourite Climate Week in the world, after London of course.
No really, it is fantastic to be here, and look, I think the first thing I want to say is to sound a note of optimism, because despite challenging political times, it is set to be the case that in 2026 we’re going to see $2.2 trillion dollars in clean energy against $1.2 trillion in fossil fuels.
I think that deserves a round of applause, ladies and gentlemen.
I was here last year as the Energy Secretary. I’m now the Foreign Secretary of the United
The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, this morning.
The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, this morning.
The two leaders began by discussing their upcoming visits to New York for the UN General Assembly. The Prime Minister said he would use the trip to drive forward work on issues that matter to people at home, including reducing the cost of living through greater global stability and delivering security for people through closer international partnerships.
Turning to defence and security, the two leaders discussed the forthcoming signing of a new
Dr Steve Dayman
BRISTOL, AVON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- First-year students face a risk of meningococcal disease around seven times higher than young people of a
MMO is preparing to resume normal I-VMS enforcement activity as installation of Nemo devices continues across the inshore fleet
In July 2026, the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) confirmed that more than 92% of eligible vessels had been registered for a Nemo device.
This milestone follows work to address the cessation of data transmissions from SC2 devices to the UK Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) Hub.
Almost half of the registered devices have since been installed, with the remaining
Andy McKeran, Chief Growth Officer, Lloyd's Register (left) presents the AiP to Neale Campbell, Managing Director of Babcock LGE at Gastech 2026
Representatives from Lloyd's Register and Babcock LGE at the AiP signing ceremony at Gastech 2026
Approval supports a new integrated reliquefication and fuel technology enabling liquefied gas carriers to extract greater value from energy available onboard.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Lloyd's Register (LR) has granted Approval in Principle (AiP) to Babcock LGE's ecoAPEX™ (Advanced Performance Extraction) cargo handling technology,
UK Statement for the Item 2 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders.
Mr President,
In Syria, we welcome the steps taken by the government on its political transition, including convening a new parliament, addressing Assad-era legacies, and engaging the international community. But the situation remains delicate. We urge the government to proceed in an inclusive and representative way, protecting the rights of all Syrians.
In South Sudan, the human rights situation remains fragile, while developments cast doubt
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has today summoned the Serbian Chargé d'Affaires to condemn commemorations surrounding the funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić.
The UK’s Special Envoy to the Western Balkans, Dame Karen Pierce DCMG, summoned the Serbian Chargé d’Affaires to condemn the involvement of Serbian state and military officials in the funeral of Ratko Mladić.
“As a military commander, Mladić presided over crimes that are among the worst
Madame Deputy Speaker, with permission, I would like to make a statement on Israel and Palestine.
I do so as a proud British Jew, someone with the deepest gratitude to the State of Israel for giving a home to my grandmother after she lost her husband, my grandfather, and 60 other family members at the hands of the Nazis.
I remember visiting her in the 1970s in Tel Aviv and seeing the life and the sanctuary Israel
The UK-funded Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) is helping livestock producers in Honduras access green finance and adopt more sustainable farming practices.
During a visit to the municipality of Choluteca, British Ambassador to Honduras Juliana Correa met farming families benefiting from the programme and learned how investment, technical assistance and innovation are supporting more productive, resilient and lower-emission livestock systems.
As part of the visit, 11 farming families received the first loans delivered through the project
Britain’s brightest aspiring lawyers are to benefit from an ambitious new scheme designed to help train the next generation of criminal barristers.
Launching on Tuesday 01 September, the Government has announced a multi-million-pound scheme to deliver up to 100 additional pupillages every year. The scheme will provide young people with the practical training required to become fully-fledged criminal barristers, who help deliver faster and fairer justice for victims.
The landmark scheme, backed by £1.5 million per year, will widen access to one of the
UKDI seeks counter-Uncrewed Aerial System capabilities for development to deployment
UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) is pleased to launch a new Themed Competition called
Author of Your First 60 Days Tess Cope
Your First 60 Days - The Missing Piece in Your Onboarding: A Systemic Approach for Senior Leaders by Tess Cope is published on Thursday 3rd September 2026
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- When a newly appointed senior executive fails, the cost to a business can run into millions of
Graphic representing the pink corridor concept. Credit: Lloyd's Register
The project involves Lloyd’s Register, A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk) and the ports of Charleston (US) and Felixstowe (UK).
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Lloyd’s Register (LR), A.P. Moller - Maersk (Maersk), the Port of Charleston on the US east coast and the Port of Felixstowe, the largest container port in the UK, have
Information on how you can support people affected by the floods and mudslide on the Nepal-China border.
If you want to donate money to support those affected by the floods, there are trusted charities and organisations providing humanitarian relief on the ground.
Donate to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC) Societies appeal in support of Nepal.
The UK government immediately announced a £5 million response package to support the most urgent humanitarian needs in Nepal.
One of the best ways to help is by donating cash through trusted charities and aid
The British Embassy and Crown Agents Bank brought together financial sector leaders from Guatemala and Honduras to discuss trade, investment and economic growth.
Neeraj Kapur, CEO of Crown Agents Bank, with Juliana Correa, His Majesty's Ambassador to Guatemala and Honduras.
The British Embassy, together with Crown Agents Bank (CAB), hosted executive breakfast discussions with financial sector leaders from Guatemala and Honduras. The meetings,
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Flexible online learning opening new pathways into UK tech careers for women
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 25, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As thousands of graduates leave UK campuses this summer and employers reassess what entry into a digital
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Absolute Digital Media has been shortlisted in four categories at the UK eCommerce Awards 2026, with winners to be announced at a virtual ceremony on Wednesday 30 September.
The agency holds two of the twelve places in the Best eCommerce SEO Campaign category,
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 24, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Absolute Digital Media, the regulated-industry SEO and digital marketing agency, has closed seven new client partnerships over the past three months, spanning iGaming, financial trading, payments, legal services and specialist consumer sectors.
The wins reflect continued demand for search and AI visibility expertise in sectors where
A landmark AI deal between the UK and Ukraine has been signed today as the two countries join forces to develop new military capabilities and the technology of the future.
A landmark AI deal between the UK and Ukraine has been signed today as the two countries join forces to develop new military capabilities and the technology of the future.
Bringing together Britain’s world-leading AI ecosystem with Ukraine’s operational
Joint Declaration of intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Ukraine on a UK-Ukraine Artificial Intelligence Partnership.
We, the President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, meeting at a decisive moment for European security, and united in our resolve to shape the transformation of modern warfare,
ACKNOWLEDGING the profound impact of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and network-enabled capability, and the strategic imperative for our two nations to lead in the safe, responsible, and operationally decisive application of Defence AI,
RESOLVED that the technological edge of democracies must be preserved as a foundation
DOVER, England, Aug. 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Supported by the CMO Council and other boosters, 18-year-old Amber-Rose Berry of Pringle Bay, near Cape Town, has made history as the youngest-ever South African woman to swim the iconic English Channel.
She completed 33 km on what is known to be one of the world’s most grueling open-water
One month after making his first instruction as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham today (Wednesday 19 August) has announced the next steps in his national drive to end rough sleeping by announcing immediate action to offer everyone who needs it a route off the streets by Christmas, backed by increased funding of £442 million.
One month after making his first instruction as Prime Minister, Andy Burnham today
Minister for the Middle East, Stephen Doughty MP, has concluded a two-day visit to Egypt marking his first official visit to the region.
On his first visit to the region, the new Middle East Minister renewed UK calls for
Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Political Coordinator, at the Security Council meeting on Working methods of the Security Council.
The United Kingdom welcomes this annual debate.
It is an opportunity to hear the views of Council members, and the wider UN membership alike, on where current Council procedures support advancing the maintenance of international peace and security, as well as thoughts on how these might be refined further.
Underpinning the United Kingdom’s approach to working methods is our desire for an
Boosting fair play: The TRA has imposed provisional anti-dumping measures on boom lifts from China
New anti-dumping measure on imports of boom lifts from China recommended
Ahead of the kick-off of the Premier League football season this Friday, a UK manufacturing industry that’s important to the game has received protection from unfair international trade.
Following a recommendation by the Trade Remedies Authority (TRA), the UK Government
Dan Rodenhurst will lead all of the MOD’s digital and data teams, succeeding Charles Forte.
Dan Rodenhurst
Dan Rodenhurst has been appointed as the new Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO), leading all of the MOD’s digital and data teams.
In this role Dan will lead delivery of the digital, data and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Insolvency Service takes action to shut down unauthorised crypto investment firm
Would-be crypto investors are being warned to check firms are registered after customers lost hundreds of thousands of pounds to a “Ponzi-style” scheme.
Key Coin Assets Ltd told investors it could guarantee returns of 40% to 100%, with one online post claiming “0 Fees, 0 Risks”.
However, the Insolvency Service acted swiftly to have the company shut down when it found no evidence that any trading actually took place.
Nine investors who complained to Action Fraud paid more than £300,000 to the company between them, investigations revealed.
Key Coin Assets Ltd was wound up at the High Court in London on Tuesday 11 August.
Now, the Insolvency Service and FCA are warning others to be cautious of similar offers.
Anyone thinking of investing in crypto should check the FCA’s Firm Checker to see if the firm is registered, which means it has been through some FCA checks, and see its list of unauthorised firms to avoid.
Consumers should be wary of guaranteed high returns and think twice if a firm asks them to avoid normal payment references or pushes them to recruit others.
Mark George, Chief Investigator at the Insolvency Service, said:
Key Coin Assets Ltd promised guaranteed returns but delivered nothing. Their behaviour displayed all the hallmarks of a Ponzi-style scheme.
Investors were told their money was being invested in crypto, but our investigation found no evidence of any genuine trading at all. Instead, funds were simply moved into the director’s personal account, often within hours of arriving.
We would urge anyone considering a similar offer to check whether a firm is registered before handing over their money, and to be deeply sceptical of anyone promising guaranteed returns with no risk.
Insolvency Service investigations found that money paid in by new investors appeared to have been used by Key Coin Assets Ltd to pay off earlier ones.
Bank records showed funds were moved quickly into the personal account of the company’s director, often on the same day they arrived, and then became difficult to trace.
The company also posted fake customer testimonials online without permission, and told investors to avoid using words like “crypto” or “investment” when making bank payments, in a bid to escape scrutiny.
Accounting records were not handed over to the Insolvency Service when requested.
The company repeatedly changed its official address, including to a flat whose occupants said they had never heard of it.
Filings at Companies House also claimed assets of up to £42 million, far higher than its actual banking activity suggested.
The Official Receiver has been appointed as liquidator of Key Coin Assets Ltd.
Government and local leaders join forces to keep vital bus services running for millions of people across the West Midlands.
Millions of people will be able to rely on vital bus links across the West Midlands thanks to
Statement by Ambassador Sarah MacIntosh, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.
Madam President, three points on the political process, the importance of stability, and human rights.
First, the United Kingdom reaffirms our support for SRSG Tetteh and for all efforts aimed at advancing an inclusive, credible, and Libyan-led political process.
Almost a year ago, this Council welcomed SRSG Tetteh’s briefing setting out a roadmap
More reliable broadband on remote Scottish railways and affordable sensors which help farmers grow more food.
More reliable broadband on remote Scottish railways and affordable sensors which help farmers grow more food are among a raft of new projects which will bring the benefits of space technology into everyday life.
The UK Space Agency is funding 16 projects through a £13 million government investment,
MHRA advises parents and healthcare professionals against the use of rectal catheters (known as gas and colic relievers) in babies.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has today issued a Device Safety Information (DSI) notice warning healthcare professionals, parents and carers not to use rectal catheters (gas and colic relievers) on their babies.
These products are sometimes used by parents and caregivers to help with colic,
Sellafield's SIXEP Continuity Plant has reached an important milestone, with key equipment installed as the project reaches 75% completion.
The SIXEP Continuity Plant (SCP) has reached an important milestone. Teams have completed a series of major crane lifts on the Sellafield site.
The new plant, being built through the Programme and Project Partners (PPP), is now three-quarters complete. It’s on track to begin operations in 2029.
The main buildings are finished and protected from the weather. Work is now focused on
New AI call-routing system for 101 will get callers to the right service faster, while freeing up police to tackle crime and help victims.
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New AI software will slash waiting times for reporting crimes to the police, helping to unclog the 101 service amid huge levels of misdirected, nuisance and prank calls.
The police’s non-emergency line receives 20 million calls each year. Around 20% – four
Foreign Prisoners Network Mauritius is calling for an immediate, transparent and independent investigation following the death of 43-year-old Avinash Ramgotee.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- His death comes against an already deeply troubling background. In June 2026, a government-appointed Board of Inquiry into conditions at Melrose identified serious systemic failures, including drug trafficking, alleged corruption, staff shortages, indiscipline and weaknesses in supervision and medical procedures.
Foreign Prisoners Network has also received information directly from inmates inside
FairFuelUK: Keeping the 2030 Petrol and Diesel Ban Will Cripple the UK Economy with Zero Gain
UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Department for Transport has reaffirmed that the UK’s 2030 phase-out of pure-petrol and diesel cars remains firmly in place, as does the 2035 ban on hybrids. Unlike the European Union,
SHAW, GREATER MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Charles Vermont, an independent ladies' fashion retailer based in Greater Manchester, is putting fit at the centre of its womenswear offer, helping shoppers of every shape and size find flattering, comfortable styles as an official UK stockist of Robell, Frank Lyman and Dolcezza.
Fit sits at the heart of the retailer's best-selling trouser ranges. Its Robell Clothing Store &
