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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 &
Foreign Prisoners Network calls for urgent international media scrutiny, fair trial monitoring, and investigation into allegations of torture and abuse
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Foreign Prisoners Network is calling on international media, British media, human rights organisations and trial observers to closely monitor the upcoming court proceedings involving
Statement by Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Yemen.
In recent weeks, we have seen a serious escalation in violence in Yemen and the wider region, as a result of reckless Houthi actions.
This includes drone and missile strikes against Saudi Arabia, attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea, and violations of Yemeni airspace by Iranian aircraft.
Iran must cease its long-standing support for the Houthis, which threatens Yemen’s stability.
We express our condolences to those who have been killed or injured as a result of these
The UK and Australia are boosting cooperation on radar technology, as Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard MP kicks off a visit to Indo-Pacific partners this week.
Minister Pollard and Minister Conroy alongside industry in front of the radar. Copyright: CEA
The statement of intent involving QinetiQ and CEA Technologies, signed today in Canberra,
The Environment Agency’s Greatham Marsh Restoration Scheme in Hartlepool sees the return of the tide for the first time in over 200 years.
Greatham Marsh following the restoration works, at a regular tide. Credit: Environment Agency.
A new £4.5 million project has seen the return of the tide for the first time in over 200 years following completion of the Environment Agency’s Greatham Marsh Restoration Scheme in Hartlepool.
Greatham Marsh before restoration works. Credit: Environment Agency
The Environment Agency, working in partnership with The Greatham Foundation and
Joint statement from the United Kingdom, Albania, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, the High Representative of the European Union, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Montenegro, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
We condemn in the strongest terms the ongoing executions of protesters and use of the death penalty by the Islamic Republic of Iran. The use of capital punishment to silence dissent, intimidate communities, and punish individuals exercising their human rights can never be justified. The people of Iran must be free to exercise their rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly without fear.
We call on Iran to immediately end the use of the death penalty and release all those arbitrarily detained.
We further call on Iran to listen to the voice of its people as they demand change, and to take meaningful steps toward ensuring respect for human rights.
Women’s charity awarded first Engagement for Change Fund grant to provide support across Northern Ireland
Baroness Ruth Anderson with representatives from WRDA
A Northern Ireland charity has been awarded £100,000 to empower other community and voluntary groups to make their voices heard. The programme will have a particular focus on encouraging women’s participation in public forums where decisions are made which affect communities.
The Women’s Resource and Development Agency (WRDA), which is based in Belfast, but
Statement by Ambassador Sarah MacIntosh, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Palestine.
The United Kingdom is clear that the only credible path to lasting peace and security remains a two-state solution, with a safe and secure Israel, alongside a sovereign and viable Palestinian state made up of Gaza and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem.
Three priorities to advance progress towards that goal.
First, in Gaza.
The United Kingdom welcomes the recent focus on implementing Security Council Resolution 2803 and wants to see it implemented in full.
That means all parties delivering on their commitments, including: respect for the ceasefire;
National Drought Group met today as 71.3% of England now in drought
Almost three-quarters of England is now in drought as conditions worsen following a dry start to August.
The National Drought Group has warned all regions of the country are experiencing pressure on their water resources - with increasing impacts across agriculture, public supplies, navigation, and the environment.
The East Midlands, Lincolnshire & Northamptonshire, Kent & East Sussex, and Solent &
Royal Navy warships and helicopters spent 21 days on operations monitoring Russian activity in UK waters and the North Atlantic throughout July.
Royal Navy warships and helicopters spent 21 days on operations monitoring Russian
Some medicines can make you more sensitive to the sun or increase the risk of dehydration without you realising it. The MHRA is encouraging people to know the risks and stay protected this summer.
People taking certain prescription or over‑the‑counter medicines are being reminded to take extra care in warmer weather, as some treatments can make it harder for the body to stay hydrated, regulate temperature, or cope with sun exposure.
The advice is part of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency’s (MHRA)
Kami Rita Sherpa has the most ascents of Mount Everest (31)
Kami Rita Sherpa at Everest base camp, May 2026
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Luxury adventure travel company True Summit Adventures has announced a new Everest Base Camp journey
Statement by Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on South Sudan.
As we have heard today, ongoing violence continues to displace civilians and to deepen an already acute humanitarian crisis.
Women and girls continue to bear the brunt, including through conflict-related sexual violence.
First, the United Kingdom reiterates the urgent need for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to the political process.
We urge all parties to use this immediate period to engage in genuine and inclusive
Her Excellency Sabah Zita Benson, Daniel Kojo Soboh and Michelle McKinney Hammond dazzle at the EMY Africa London Soirée
EMY Africa steps in London amplifying African success stories, shaping the next chapter of leadership, culture, and impact across the continent & its diaspora
LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- EMY Africa, the pan-African platform celebrating leadership, achievement and cultural impact, has successfully delivered two landmark events in
Government backs industry to create new British jobs and support local communities with new weighting in public contracts.
Businesses bidding for government contracts - a market worth £90bn per year - will be
Laura Gibb, the SIA's Executive Director for Martyn's Law, shares an update on progress, and new guidance on the notification requirement.
As our preparations for Martyn’s Law continue, I wanted to share some important updates, express thanks to those who have already stepped forward to support our work, and highlight some new guidance that will be of interest to those in scope of Martyn’s Law.
We are grateful to everyone who has volunteered to help us develop our notification portal
A UK-funded project with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) helps Costa Rica tackle human trafficking.
At a school in Los Chiles, close to Costa Rica’s northern border, children, teachers and community leaders came together to talk about how trafficking can be recognised, prevented and reported.
For many, the session turned a difficult and often hidden issue into something practical –
Statement by Jess Jambert-Gray, Deputy Political Coordinator, at the UN Security Council meeting on threats to international peace and security caused by terrorist acts.
The United Kingdom welcomes the Secretary-General’s latest report, which outlines progress in countering global terrorist threats and underscores the importance of multilateral efforts.
We continue our commitment to working with international partners to identify and disrupt
