OECD Ministerial Council Meeting plans to tackle the world's most pressing challenges
Britain's Technology Secretary has today chaired international talks on the future of technological development.
UK Government appoints Director for Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom
In recent times free speech has been a controversial topic in Western civil society. This month the government passed new legislation which seeks to protect and promote free speech at British universities.
British ministers attend IISS Shangri-La Dialogue to promote security in the Indo-Pacific
Britain's Defense Secretary Ben Wallace and Foreign Office Minister of State Anne-Marie Trevelyan have attended Asia's "foremost defence summit".
Sunak meets Zelenskyy at European Political Community Summit
Rishi Sunak has underlined Britain's support for Ukraine's future membership of NATO in a meeting with the President of Ukraine at the European Political Community Summit.
British Foreign Secretary visits Estonia to demonstrate commitment to NATO
Ahead of his attendance at a meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers in Oslo, Norway, British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has observed British armed forces in NATO exercises in Estonia.
Britain and India to deepen ties in science, research and innovation
The Minister of State for the Middle East, South Asia and the United Nations, Lord Ahmad, has visited India to further develop the science and technology relationship between the two powers.
Gove launches independent review into civil unrest in Leicester last year
A panel of independent experts is due to be appointed to get to the bottom of the civil unrest that occured in Leicester last September.
John Kerry highlights role of China in dealing with climate change
US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate Change John Kerry has appeared before the UK Defence Committee to discuss the security risks posed by the climate crisis.
Keir Starmer outlines Labour's vision to 'create an NHS fit for the future'
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's NHS mission is a health mission for Britain.
British Foreign Secretary flags Latin America's importance for the future of the global international order
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has articulated Britain's support for Brazil's permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council.
Social mobility charity outlines checklist to help organisations improve inclusiveness for young people
The Talent Tap highlight ways organisations can help young people bring their voices to the table through a four-point Social Mobility Checklist.
Rishi Sunak meets the Prime Minister of India with UK-India trade deal on the agenda
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has met with Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of India, at the G7 summit in Japan.
What is Britain's role in the global international order?
As the global international order evolves, the question of Britain's role in the world becomes one of central significance. Accordingly, the House of Lords recently met to discuss the purpose of British foreign policy.
Britain and Japan to build Renewable Energy Partnership as Japanese firms commit £18 bn to British economy
The partnership between Britain and Japan responds to the "current energy crisis and to climate change" with the aim of advancing clean energy technologies. Meanwhile, Japanese firms have committed to investment just shy of £18 billion into the British economy.
UK PM meets European Commission President whilst Council of Europe seeks to hold Russia accountable
Rishi Sunak has met with the President of the European Commission at the Council of Europe summit in Iceland. An agreement has also been forged around a register of damage to hold Russia accountable.
Britain second only to United States as destination for space investment
A new report by PwC and the UK Space Agency sheds insight into the significance and growth of the global space sector. It shows Britain as the second most attractive economy for space investment.
Britain participates in major NATO exercise near Russian border as geopolitical tensions continue
Britain has deployed 1500 troops in a major NATO exercise in Estonia. British troops are set to participate among 14,000 personnel from 11 NATO member-states.
AI regulation poses pressing challenge to governments and businesses seeking safe innovation
As AI innovation makes the possibility of superintelligent machines seem ever more real, governments and societies around the world face the regulatory challenge of ensuring AI is aligned with human interests.
OSCE media freedom report highlights 'alarming trend towards authoritarianism'
The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media has presented a her bi-annual report to the OSCE Permanent Council. It highlights concerning trends towards authoritarianism.
NATO Chiefs of Defence meet in Brussels as 'a new era for collective defence' beckons
NATO Chiefs of Defence have met in Brussels with new Regional Plans on the agenda as concerns over the security threat posed by Russia motivate action.
Blinken and Cleverly signal foreign policy consensus between Britain and US
In a joint statement following their meeting in Washington, British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken indicated consensus on the conflict in Ukraine and foreign policy approaches to China.
British Foreign Secretary travels to US with Russia-Ukraine war on the agenda
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly meets US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to discuss the approach of Britain and the US to Ukraine and bilateral international trade.
European Commission sets out measures to support the EU defense industry
Whilst uncertainty remains over the path to peace in Ukraine, the European Commission has set out 'the Act in Support of Ammunition Production' to address ammunition shortages.
What role does the G7 have in today's international political order?
Looking ahead to the upcoming G7 Hiroshima summit in May, questions remain over the significance and purpose of the organisation amidst the tensions of today's international order.
Levelling Up Committee Chair raises concerns over voter turnout data accuracy ahead of local elections
Clive Betts has questioned the prospective accuracy of voter turnout data in correspondence with the electoral commission. Concerns lie over data on those turned away at polling stations who lack ID.
European Commission and European Investment Bank input €18bn into Global Gateway strategy
Addressing the financial demands presented to the international community by climate change, the EU has announced new investments as part of its Global Gateway Strategy.
International Development Minister launches new 'UK Development Brand'
The International Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell has delivered a key speech at Chatham House outlining the future of Britain's approach to international development.
British government announces £100 million investment into new AI Taskforce
The PM and the Technology Secretary have announced funding for a new Taskforce intended to guide the safe development of artificial intelligence in the UK.
Study shows unequal opportunities between urban and rural areas in the UK
A new study reveals the constraints on opportunity for young people in rural and coastal areas compared to urban and sub-urban areas, showing the mission to "level up" the UK is far from over.
Tech Nation acquired by Founders Forum Group as British government withdraws funding
Following the acquisition, Tech Nation programmes and reports will be delivered within the Founders Forum Group portfolio. Meanwhile, the British government allocates funding to Barclays instead.
