PM call with the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani: 16 January 2026

Friday, 16 January 2026 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street

The Prime Minister spoke to the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani last night....

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Red tape to be slashed for British robotics and defence innovators

Friday, 16 January 2026 - 00:00 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

Robotics and defence tech announced as the RIO's 2 new priority areas....

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£279 million investment to build new home for Army’s cyber regiment

Friday, 16 January 2026 - 00:00 Ministry of Defence Press Release

Army cyber warriors are to benefit from new modern accommodation and specialist training facilities, following nearly £300 million investment announced today for Duke of Gloucester Barracks....

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UK and Ukraine?strengthen ties under?landmark?partnership?as £20 million accelerated to support energy infrastructure

Friday, 16 January 2026 - 00:00 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

The UK and Ukraine mark the first anniversary of? the historic ?100 Year Partnership with new initiatives?driving security and prosperity?in both countries.?...

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Convicted criminals detained in hospitals set to lose benefits

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 22:30 Department for Work and Pensions Press Release

Government seeking to restore trust and common sense to the benefits system. ...

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We condemn the Iranian regime’s actions in the strongest possible terms: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 21:55 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran....

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The UK stands ready to work to advance the Secretary General’s UN80 reform initiative: UK Statement in the UN General Assembly

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 20:36 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by Simon Thomas, UK Ambassador to the General Assembly, at the UN General Assembly....

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Major boost to pool of skilled former military personnel called upon in crises as UK strengthen preparedness

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 18:35 Ministry of Defence Press Release

The Armed Forces Bill will grow the pool of former Service personnel who Defence could draw on in times of crisis, in a move welcomed by senior military leaders...

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New Defence Housing Service to transform housing for forces families as Armed Forces Bill backs those who serve

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 18:34 Ministry of Defence Press Release

New Defence Housing Service to be put into law, turbocharging biggest renewal of military housing in a generation...

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OSCE Chair in Office presents priorities for 2026: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 16:40 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Ambassador Holland thanks Federal Councillor Cassis for presenting Switzerland's priorities as OSCE Chair-in-Office, and gives full UK support....

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TRA investigates creamy/white limestone from Portugal

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 15:01 Trade Remedies Authority Press Release

The TRA has opened a new anti-subsidy investigation into imports of creamy/white limestone from Portugal, following an application from a UK producer....

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SFO Director announces retirement

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 14:02 Serious Fraud Office News Story

Nick Ephgrave, the Director of the Serious Fraud Office, will retire in the Spring....

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CMA requires Aramark to sell Entier after finding competition concerns

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 12:01 Competition and Markets Authority Press Release

Aramark’s purchase of Entier found to harm competition in the UK for offshore catering services....

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Trustee appointed to the Natural History Museum Board

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 12:00 Department for Culture, Media and Sport News Story

The Prime Minister has appointed Sally MacGregor to the board of the Natural History Museum for a term of 4 years from 14 January 2026 to 13 January 2030....

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Greater and faster?compensation?for Windrush victims

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 11:21 Home Office News Story

Thousands of people affected by the Home Office Windrush scandal will see greater compensation and claims processed quicker, under reforms taking effect today.?...

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Manchester man sentenced for assaulting Fisheries Officer

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 10:57 Environment Agency Press Release

Thomas Hodkinson struck an officer with a broken fishing rod. Prosecution is a warning that threatening and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated....

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Lowering chemical hazards across Sellafield

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 10:20 Sellafield Ltd News Story

We’ve taken a major step to reduce hazardous chemicals across Sellafield and lower our overall site risk. ...

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New Aviation Ambassadors announced to inspire future pilots, engineers and air traffic controllers

Thursday, 15 January 2026 - 10:17 Department for Transport Press Release

Our 10 new Aviation Ambassadors will help encourage more young people to see the UK aviation sector as a place where they can build rewarding, long-term futures....

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