Foreign Secretary announces 25 new sanctions targeting Putin's access to Foreign Military Equipment
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly unveils multi-country sanctions targeting entities aiding Russia's unlawful invasion of Ukraine. Measures aim to disrupt military equipment supply and counter-support nations.
Landmark judgment upholds CMA's battle against unethical Pharmaceutical pricing practices
Competition Appeal Tribunal upholds CMA's verdict against Advanz Pharma for exorbitant pricing of liothyronine tablets, imposing £84M fine, marking a pivotal victory against pharmaceutical exploitation.
Government launches task force to crack down on fraudulent immigration lawyers
Government launches the Professional Enablers Taskforce to tackle dishonest immigration lawyers aiding illegal migrants – by collaborating with industry bodies and law enforcement agencies.
UK Health Security Agency launches world-leading Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre
UKHSA launches cutting-edge Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre (VDEC) at Porton Down. 200 scientists target deadly pathogens, including COVID-19 variants, accelerating global vaccine research and readiness.
UK Government announces plans to bolster energy security and embrace renewables amid global turmoil
The UK unveils its plan to boost energy security and embrace renewables, following a 500% increase in renewable energy since 2010.
UK invests £33 million in green respiratory inhalers manufacturing to boost economy and create jobs
The UK invests £33 million in Kindeva Drug Delivery for green inhalers, creating jobs and boosting life sciences manufacturing.
UK government launches National Risk Register to bolster energy security and resilience
The UK launches National Risk Register, publicly disclosing potential risks, with Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden announcing the launch of the register, which outlines 89 threats that could have a significant impact on the nation's safety.
UK to overhaul product safety laws for 21st century innovations and e-commerce
The UK plans to overhaul its 30-year-old product safety laws to adapt to emerging technologies and e-commerce, benefiting businesses and consumers.
The UK Space Agency secures £15 million to advance Earth Observation technology
The £15 million funding will be allocated to various project categories, including £75,000 to Pathfinder projects, £250,000 to Fast Track projects, and £3 million to Flagship projects.
DBT extends CE marking indefinitely to ease business burdens and spur economic growth
Department for Business and Trade indefinitely extends CE marking, easing business burdens and promoting growth, while ensuring flexibility for UK businesses.
New machine-learning satellite model can change how we gather data in space
University of Oxford's team trains a machine learning model on a satellite, enabling real-time monitoring and decision-making for remote-sensing satellites.
UK government launches £40 Million 5G innovation fund
UK government allocates a £40 million fund to spark local digital revolutions, unlock 5G benefits and boost innovation across sectors nationwide.
UK households struggling with food access and prices may lead to soaring obesity rates
UK MPs' report reveals one out of five households struggle with food access, leading to obesity concerns. Calls for action on affordability and nutrition.
Massive progress in Hepatitis C elimination in England thanks to NHS efforts
UKHSA data shows significant progress in England's fight against hepatitis C, with 45 per cent fewer cases in 2022. NHS efforts and improved treatments drive elimination efforts.
Health and Social Care Committee urges urgent action to tackle declining vaccination rates
UK's Health and Social Care Committee calls for urgent action to tackle declining vaccination rates and reform clinical trials.
Liverpool Investment Zone to deliver 4,000 jobs and boost medical innovation in North West England
Liverpool Investment Zone aims to boost medical innovation, creating 4,000 jobs with £320 million private investment, solidifying its position in life sciences.
UK and Taiwan strengthen trade ties through 26th annual trade talks and enhanced trade partnership
This significant event comes in the wake of a burgeoning trade partnership as both countries seek to expand their economic horizons.
British Ambassador advocates for reformed multilateral system to tackle global challenges
British Ambassador advocates for a stronger, reformed multilateral system to address global challenges, emphasising inclusivity and collaboration.
Google's AI-driven news tool Genesis sparks debate on journalism's future
Google's AI-powered news tool, Genesis, garners mixed reactions among news organisations, sparking debates on journalism's future, with concerns over accuracy, AI's role, and data privacy.
UK government report finds cybersecurity skills gap stagnant despite increased demand
UK report reveals stagnant cybersecurity skills gap despite increased demand, emphasizing the need for diversity and talent pool expansion.
Investors' projections indicate affordable housing market set to double by 2023
JLL's Affordable Housing 2023 report projects a 120 per cent growth in the UK's affordable housing market, with an increasing interest of investors.
UK Space Agency unveils Space Exploration Technology Roadmap to propel the nation's space sector
UK Space Agency unveils a 10-year Space Exploration Technology Roadmap to strengthen collaboration with international partners, boost commercialization, and advance space capabilities.
Build-to-Rent sector in the UK shows resilience despite economic uncertainty
The British Property Federation reports that despite market challenges, the number of completed Build-to-Rent homes in the UK has increased, highlighting the sector's resilience.
UK government showcases innovations in engineering biology to drive economic growth and sustainability
The UK government highlights the transformative power of engineering biology in medical therapies, recycling and sustainable food sources to drive economic growth and innovation.
ChatGPT's healthcare responses indistinguishable from humans, new study finds
NYU study reveals ChatGPT's healthcare responses resemble that of humans, a potential ally for providers, with caution and research being needed and required for clinical roles.
UK officially joins CPTPP trade group, opening doors to new opportunities
UK formally joins CPTPP trade group, opening doors to new opportunities for British businesses with reduced tariffs and increased investment.
Barts Health NHS Trust faces ransomware threats from Russian organisation BlackCat
BlackCat issued a threat to Barts Trust, stating that the organisation had three days to establish contact regarding the cyber attack and data theft.
Joe Biden announces $39 billion student loan debt forgiveness
Education Department aims to forgive student loans for 800,000 borrowers due to administrative errors, with changes made to income-driven repayment plans.
UK Government implements pay increases for public sector workers amid strikes
UK government offers pay raises to public sector workers amidst strikes. Junior doctors walk off the job for five days. Concerns were raised about NHS costs and patient care.
Bank of England warns of rising mortgage payments and potential struggles for UK households
The Bank of England warns that nearly one million UK households will face higher mortgage payments due to rising interest rates, potentially impacting financial stability.
