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Dame Nicole Jacobs reappointed as Domestic Abuse Commissioner

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 16:25 Home Office News Story

Dame Nicole Jacobs has been reappointed as Domestic Abuse Commissioner for a third term from September 2025 until September 2028. ...

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Media Freedom: joint statement to the OSCE Ministerial Council 2025

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 15:35 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

UK and others call for action to uphold safety of journalists and media freedom....

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Repression in Belarus: joint statement to the OSCE Ministerial Council 2025

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 15:18 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

The UK joins other OSCE participating States in calling for an end to human rights violations in Belarus....

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Human rights and fundamental freedoms: joint statement to the OSCE Ministerial Council 2025

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 14:01 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

The UK joins 38 other participating States in recalling that ensuring respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms is a prerequisite for lasting security and peace among and within States. ...

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UK closing statement: 2025 OSCE Ministerial Council

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 13:58 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Ambassador Holland addresses the OSCE Ministerial Council to underline the UK's support for Ukraine, Euro-Atlantic Security, and the Helsinki Spirit of co-operation. ...

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Russia’s systematic attacks against Ukraine’s civilian energy infrastructure: Joint statement to OSCE Ministerial Council 2025

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 13:35 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

UK and others condemn Russia’s systematic strikes against civilian infrastructure in Ukraine and urge Russia to cease its attacks and engage seriously in genuine negotiations....

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Four National Council Members appointed to Arts Council England

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 12:00 Department for Culture, Media and Sport News Story

The Secretary of State has appointed Grace Chan, Jonathan Douglas, Jon Gilchrist and Jo Verrent as National Council Members of Arts Council England...

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The OSCE's role on irregular migration and border security: UK Statement to the Ministerial Council 2025

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 10:12 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Minister for Europe, North America and UK Overseas Territories, Stephen Doughty, calls for the OSCE to do more to utilise its migration mandate....

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Over half a million children to be lifted out of poverty as government unveils historic child poverty strategy

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 09:17 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

Around 550,000 children will be lifted out of poverty by 2030 – the biggest reduction in a single parliament since records began – as the Government launches its Child Poverty Strategy today (Friday 5...

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Vacancy for a Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 08:32 Marine Accident Investigation Branch News Story

We are seeking a Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents. This Southampton-based role is a rare opportunity to influence marine safety in the UK....

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Better buses, more services: £3 billion boost for millions of passengers

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:01 Department for Transport Press Release

Multi-year funding gives local authorities the funds they need to provide passengers with lower fares, more frequent and reliable services and safer journeys....

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Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act receives Royal Assent

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:00 Immigration Advice Authority News Story

The Bill received Royal Assent on 2 December 2025 and has now become law....

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New Chief Executive of the Insolvency Service appointed?

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:00 The Insolvency Service News Story

The Insolvency Service has announced that its new Chief Executive will be Duncan Beach...

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From cheese rolling to bagpiping: UK launches search for traditions that define our communities

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:00 Department for Culture, Media and Sport Press Release

Communities invited to submit beloved traditions - from Highland dancing to Pancake Day - for recognition as UK living heritage....

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Digital revolution in care saves millions of admin hours

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:00 Department of Health and Social Care Press Release

Four in 5 care providers now use digital social care records, helping almost 90% of people who draw on care. ...

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UK and Germany deepen science and tech ties with £14 million to unlock quantum’s vast potential

Friday, 05 December 2025 - 00:00 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

The UK and Germany have announced plans to work even more closely together to unlock the vast potential of quantum technology....

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PM meeting with Prime Minister Støre of Norway: 4 December 2025

Thursday, 04 December 2025 - 20:30 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The Prime Minister welcomed the Prime Minister of Norway Jonas Støre to the UK today....

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UK among first countries to recognise cryptocurrency as personal property

Thursday, 04 December 2025 - 17:17 Ministry of Justice Press Release

Owners of Bitcoin and other digital assets will benefit from greater legal protection thanks to an important clarification to the law....

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Next step on the UK rollout of self driving vehicles as public, charities and businesses asked for their views

Thursday, 04 December 2025 - 16:57 Department for Transport Press Release

Have your say on the framework that will ensure self-driving technology is safely introduced on Britain's roads. ...

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