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

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

Thursday, 19 February 2026

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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British research expertise to deliver faster cancer diagnosis and cleaner energy

British research expertise to deliver faster cancer diagnosis and cleaner energy

Thursday, 19 February 2026

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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4,500 new homes and jobs in Lincolnshire thanks to new government backed road

4,500 new homes and jobs in Lincolnshire thanks to new government backed road

Wednesday, 18 February 2026

The £110 million investment in the North Hykeham Relief Road will also mean faster journeys and less congestion for people across Lincoln and Lincolns...

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Prime Minister announces seven new stations and major rail funding commitment

Prime Minister announces seven new stations and major rail funding commitment

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

A generational UK Government commitment to modernise Welsh rail is set to support 12,000 jobs across Wales....

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Environment Agency grants Rathlin Energy permit

Environment Agency grants Rathlin Energy permit

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit variation to Rathlin Energy Ltd, following a public consultation on the Agency’s ‘minded to’ de...

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Takeaway owner who bought Apple and Burberry goods instead of paying tax bill ordered to repay more than £70,000

Takeaway owner who bought Apple and Burberry goods instead of paying tax bill ordered to repay more than £70,000

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Convicted takeaway boss ordered to pay back funds following Insolvency Service investigations...

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Businesses urged to “lock the door” on cyber criminals as new government campaign launches

Businesses urged to “lock the door” on cyber criminals as new government campaign launches

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

A new campaign to provide practical ways for organisations to protect themselves from common online threats. ...

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Enemy weapons detector in the hands of soldiers five years early

Enemy weapons detector in the hands of soldiers five years early

Saturday, 14 February 2026

New acoustic weapon detection system will help keep soldier safe on the battlefield by helping to locate and target positions of enemy gunfire, mortar...

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7 new Trustees appointed to the National Museums Liverpool Board

7 new Trustees appointed to the National Museums Liverpool Board

Friday, 13 February 2026

The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed 7 new Trustees to the National Museums Liverpool Board, for 4 years terms....

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Secretary of State for Scotland visits Navantia in Methil

Secretary of State for Scotland visits Navantia in Methil

Friday, 13 February 2026

Visit marked one year of progress, new investment and a growing workforce...

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Minister Lloyd speech at techUK Future Telecoms Conference 2026

Minister Lloyd speech at techUK Future Telecoms Conference 2026

Friday, 13 February 2026

Liz Lloyd, Minister for the Digital Economy, spoke to techUK Future Telecoms Conference 2026 on 10 February 2026....

Government to publish new gender guidance for schools

Government to publish new gender guidance for schools

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Guidance for gender questioning children is clear schools should take a careful approach when a child asks to social transition. ...

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Clean?Energy Jobs Fair?held?at Barnsley College

Clean?Energy Jobs Fair?held?at Barnsley College

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Around 175 school pupils and college students from across South Yorkshire visited the fair to find out about jobs in clean energy....

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Armed forces careers unlocked for tens of thousands through new recruitment drive

Armed forces careers unlocked for tens of thousands through new recruitment drive

Thursday, 12 February 2026

People looking for a career in the Armed Forces will receive advice directly from military personnel in their local jobcentre, under new plans to boos...

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Tougher rules on political interference to keep UK elections secure

Tougher rules on political interference to keep UK elections secure

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Foreign actors will no longer be able to use their money to interfere in the UK’s elections, as part of the biggest expansion of democratic participat...

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Update on the procurement for Digital Gilt Instrument (DIGIT) Pilot

Update on the procurement for Digital Gilt Instrument (DIGIT) Pilot

Thursday, 12 February 2026

The government has appointed HSBC as the platform provider for the Digital Gilt Instrument (DIGIT) pilot issuance following a competitive procurement ...

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End to surprise phone and broadband bill hikes to help with cost of living

End to surprise phone and broadband bill hikes to help with cost of living

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

Major telecoms providers sign new charter to end unexpected mid-contract price rises and make social tariffs easier to access, helping millions manage...

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UK to lead multinational cyber defence exercise from Singapore.

UK to lead multinational cyber defence exercise from Singapore.

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

The UK will lead the multinational defensive cyber exercise Defence Cyber Marvel (DCM) 2026, a multilateral cyber defence exercise conducted by the Br...

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George Bradshaw address 2026

George Bradshaw address 2026

Tuesday, 10 February 2026

The Transport Secretary sets out her vision for a reformed railway that's run by the public, for the public. ...

CMA secures commitments from Apple and Google to improve fairness in app store processes and enhance iOS interoperability

CMA secures commitments from Apple and Google to improve fairness in app store processes and enhance iOS interoperability

Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Commitments would deliver immediate improvements to the way UK developers publish apps and how they access Apple’s tools....

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Doors opened for school leavers to become train drivers

Doors opened for school leavers to become train drivers

Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Lowering the train driver age from 20 to 18 will give younger people the chance to build rewarding careers in the UK railway industry....

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Is your child influenced by toxic content? New government campaign supports parents to talk about harmful online content

Is your child influenced by toxic content? New government campaign supports parents to talk about harmful online content

Tuesday, 10 February 2026

A new campaign for parents, full of immediate practical advice on how to talk to your children about harmful online content, as the government bolster...

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Community energy investment to build community wealth and power

Community energy investment to build community wealth and power

Monday, 09 February 2026

Biggest ever public investment in community energy will cut bills and create revenue for community centres, social clubs and places of worship....

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150 countries approve a new blueprint for business action on nature

150 countries approve a new blueprint for business action on nature

Monday, 09 February 2026

• UK hosted nature summit ends with agreement of a Business & Biodiversity Assessment to shape private sector action on nature ...

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Communities set to benefit from fairer funding

Communities set to benefit from fairer funding

Monday, 09 February 2026

Fairer funding as part of the Final Local Government Financial Settlement will help to tackle deprivation and improve public services ...

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Government vows to “unlock opportunities for young people across the country” ahead of National Apprenticeship Week

Government vows to “unlock opportunities for young people across the country” ahead of National Apprenticeship Week

Sunday, 08 February 2026

Young people across the country are to benefit from a clearer path into apprenticeships, as the Prime Minister vows to “unlock opportunities for young...

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Britain’s growth sectors to get major skills boost from new ‘fast track’ apprenticeships reforms

Britain’s growth sectors to get major skills boost from new ‘fast track’ apprenticeships reforms

Saturday, 07 February 2026

Young people will be given a quicker route into high-quality jobs on major projects as the Government slashes red tape to fast-track the process.  ...

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Licence Revoked, Application Refused, Repute Tarnished

Licence Revoked, Application Refused, Repute Tarnished

Friday, 06 February 2026

The Traffic Commissioner for the North West of England, David Mullan, has revoked the licence of MDB Logistics Limited, refused the application of J&M...

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Major flood risk management scheme completed in Stoke on Trent

Major flood risk management scheme completed in Stoke on Trent

Friday, 06 February 2026

The Environment Agency has completed a flood scheme which will reduce flood risk for 333 properties and unlocks £75 million regeneration opportunities...

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Landmark agreements secured after first UK China Financial Working Group in Beijing 

Landmark agreements secured after first UK China Financial Working Group in Beijing 

Friday, 06 February 2026

British jobs and businesses to be supported by enhanced cooperation with China in financial services...

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