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New obesity treatments and technology to save the NHS billions
A £20 million research boost will help to develop new medicines and digital tools which have been shown to help people shed 20% of their weight.
Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England
Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public.
UK Minister travels to Australia for talks on the Indo-Pacific
Minister Anne-Marie Trevelyan will make her first visit in her new role to continue close UK-Australia cooperation and promote regional security and prosperity.
Social housing tenants put at the heart of government reforms
Social housing tenants from across England will come together to make their voices heard and drive change, as the Government launches new resident-led panel.
Boost for UK fishing industry with funding for new infrastructure projects
£20 million awarded to modernise and improve infrastructure across the seafood sector, with a further £30 million available from today.
COP27 Summit – Forests and Climate Leaders’ Event Summary
A summary of the Forest and Climate Leaders' Event at COP27
Solicitor General meets government lawyers in Bristol
The Solicitor thanked them for their vital contributions.
Wales Freeport bidding process closes
Applications close from bidders interested in setting up a new Freeport in Wales.
Kazakhstan 2022 Presidential elections: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Bush welcomes Kazakhstan's engagement with ODIHR, whose report will support reform in Kazakhstan.
12th Conference of the Pacific Community – Minister of State (Indo-Pacific) remarks
Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, delivered the UK remarks at the 12th Conference of the Pacific Community in Port Vila, Vanuatu.
Statement to the twenty-seventh session of the conference of the States Parties
Statement by Baroness Goldie DL, at the twenty-seventh session of the Conference of the States Parties of the OPCW.
West Kent flood storage area expansion scheme
Approval for work from 2023. Properties better protected from flooding will increase to beyond 1,400. Basin will hold more than 7 million cubic metres of water
Kyrgyzstan: call for bids for climate change projects in 2022/23
The British Embassy Bishkek is looking to support a project that will contribute to UK's efforts to support Kyrgyzstan on climate change.
Government sets out plan to reduce water pollution
Plans will benefit protected wildlife sites and create new habitats for nature
£15 million funding boost for women who are victims of violence
Millions of pounds are being allocated to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG), the Home Secretary has announced today (25 November).
How to submit applications and complaints to the CAC
The submission of applications and complaints to the CAC.
Changes to key stage 2 assessment dates in 2023
A change to the KS2 test schedule next year will be necessary due to the additional bank holiday in honour of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III taking place on Monday 8 May 2023.
Postgraduate Income Contingent Student Loans repayment threshold confirmed
The Department for Education (DfE) has confirmed the Postgraduate Income Contingent Student Loans repayment threshold.
Agreement with Singapore opens new fintech market for UK businesses
The UK and Singapore have agreed a new MoU boosting fintech trade and cooperation at their 7th Financial Dialogue in Singapore today (25 November).
UK reaches deal with Norway to secure opportunities for UK fishing industry
The UK has reached an agreement with Norway to secure increased opportunities for the UK fishing industry in 2023.