Four companies linked to scheme which helped directors walk away from debts and undermine insolvency legislation are shut down

Thursday, 19 February 2026 The Insolvency Service

Companies wound-up in the public interest following Insolvency Service investigations...

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OPSS launches second phase of online product safety campaign

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 10:10 Office for Product Safety and Standards News Story

New resources aimed at older people provided to raise awareness of unsafe products sold online....

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Appointment of the Bishop of Durham: 19 February 2026

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 10:00 Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Press Release

The King has approved the nomination of The Venerable Richard Simpson, for election as Bishop of Durham....

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Serial waste crook forced to pay over £1.4 million for widespread illegal dumping

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 09:55 Environment Agency Press Release

Company boss handed suspended prison sentence and massive bill for illegally dumping thousands of tonnes of waste across England...

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Dame Antonia Romeo appointed as first female Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service to drive change and implement the government’s agenda

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 09:27 Cabinet Office News Story

The appointment marks the first time a woman has held the role in its over 100 year history. ...

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Queen Elizabeth II National Memorial: planning submission to Westminster Council

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 09:25 The Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee News Story

The planning application for the Queen Elizabeth II National Memorial in St James's Park has been now been submitted to Westminster City Council....

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Veterinary Medicines Digital Service update: changes to reference product selection

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 09:21 Veterinary Medicines Directorate News Story

From March 2026, applicants using the Veterinary Medicines Digital Service (VMDS) will only be able to select valid, authorised reference products for certain application types....

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Bold bet on AI to keep UK at forefront of science and research breakthroughs from healthcare, to better public services

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 09:00 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

First-ever AI Strategy for UK Research and Innovation marks bold plan to make AI deliver for UK’s cutting-edge science and research efforts....

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Foreign Secretary's statement on the UN Fact Finding Mission Report on El Fasher

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 07:30 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

Statement by Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on the UN fact finding mission report on El Fasher. ...

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Tech firms will have to take down abusive images within 48 hours under new law to protect women and girls

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 00:01 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

New law requires tech platforms to take down non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours or face fines. ...

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UK medical device testing hits record high as MHRA backs growth in brain and AI technology

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 00:01 Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Press Release

Patients benefit from earlier access to technologies that could improve or save lives, as the MHRA approved 17 per cent more clinical investigations in 2025 compared with 2024, and launches measures t...

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British research expertise to deliver faster cancer diagnosis and cleaner energy

Thursday, 19 February 2026 - 00:01 Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Press Release

Major new backing for medical imaging centres across the UK alongside tidal energy testing expansion in Orkney and cutting-edge materials....

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Foreign Secretary’s statement on the situation in the Middle East: UK Statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 22:51 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Statement by The Rt Hon Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, at the UN Security Council meeting on The Middle East. ...

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The UK reiterates its strong support for UNSMIL in advancing an inclusive political process in Libya: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 17:04 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

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

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Fenwick Solar Farm development consent decision announced

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 16:33 Planning Inspectorate Press Release

The Fenwick Solar Farm DCO application has today been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. ...

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The AAIB has sent a team to North Yorkshire

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 15:10 Air Accidents Investigation Branch News Story

An investigation into an accident involving a light aircraft has begun...

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Lettings boss who wanted to become Mayor of London sentenced for fraud

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 14:23 The Insolvency Service Press Release

Suspended sentence for fraudster who emptied company bank accounts...

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Sellafield awards contract to support plutonium repackaging

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 14:04 Sellafield Ltd News Story

Sellafield awards £45 million contract to LTi Metaltech to supply products, supporting safe plutonium storage and progress toward long?term disposal....

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Russia must engage in credible risk management to prevent miscalculations: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 14:03 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Speech

Politico-Military Counsellor, Ankur Narayan, recalls Russia’s pattern of reassurance without transparency and refusal to engage OSCE risk?reduction mechanisms before its full?scale invasion of Ukraine...

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UK formally opens British Embassy Office in Lviv

Wednesday, 18 February 2026 - 13:39 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Press Release

The UK has formally opened the British Embassy Office in?Lviv, expanding the UK’s diplomatic presence in Ukraine as the 2 countries deepen their relationship. ...

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