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UK defence: No credible Government plan to deliver desired military capabilities, say MPs

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has not credibly demonstrated how it will manage its funding to deliver the military capabilities the Government wants...

Friday, 8 March 2024 00:01

ASCL calls for ‘change of tone’ as survey reveals parental disputes with schools are a factor in pupil absence

The President of the Association of School and College Leaders will today (Friday 8 March) call for a change of tone in the national conversation about education...

Friday, 8 March 2024 00:01

Efforts to tackle sexism in the City are moving at a “snail’s pace,” says Treasury Committee

In a new report published on International Women’s Day, the Treasury Committee is calling for an end to the ‘era of impunity’ - after MPs find a ‘shocking’ prevalence of sexual harassment and bullying...

Friday, 8 March 2024 00:01

UK to supply more than 10,000 drones to Ukraine

Britain steps up support to Ukraine today with a complete package of £325 million for cutting-edge drones to help fight Putin’s illegal invasion...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 18:23

HALO and Touchstone 2023 award winners announced

The British Hallmarking Council’s (BHC) 2 awards in 2023 recognise excellent work in promoting hallmarking, protecting consumers and providing a level playing field for retailers...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 18:16

Trade Secretary speech on UK's role in the global trade landscape

Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch makes a speech at Chatham House on the role of the UK in the global trade landscape...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 16:23

Scottish Government: Visas for culture and creative sectors

Practical solutions need to be found to ensure that the visa process for international artists coming to contribute to cultural events in Scotland is as smooth and straightforward as possible, Culture Secretary Angus Robertson has said...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 15:58

As we approach Ramadan, the UK calls for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan and for all parties to allow unhindered humanitarian access: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 15:55

SNP cancel bus fund after spending less than 6% - Rennie

Scottish Liberal Democrat Willie Rennie MSP has today questioned connectivity minister Jim Fairlie on revelations that the SNP government spent less than 6% of a now-cancelled fund to improve bus services...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 15:54

Scottish Government: Public Inquiry into Emma Caldwell case

An independent, judge-led, statutory Public Inquiry will take place into the investigation of Emma Caldwell’s murder in 2005, Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs Angela Constance has announced...

Thursday, 7 March 2024 15:51