UK Right of Reply on behalf of AUKUS partners IAEA September 2026
AUKUS partners rejected IAEA Board claims questioning Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine programme, affirming full compliance with NPT and safeguards.
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AUKUS partners rejected IAEA Board claims questioning Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine programme, affirming full compliance with NPT and safeguards.
The UK condemned Houthi attacks in Yemen and Saudi Arabia, calling for an immediate ceasefire and urging the group to re-engage in peace talks.
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith outlined plans to expand higher education participation and strengthen local economic ties during a speech to Universities UK.
Four nations urge Iran to restore full cooperation with the IAEA after a year of non-compliance with nuclear safeguards, citing blocked inspections and unresolved access issues.
The UK told the UN Security Council that Iran’s nuclear escalation and non-compliance require full implementation of existing sanctions and IAEA access to verify its programme.
The UK Economic Secretary to the Treasury reaffirmed the government’s commitment to private capital as a driver of growth, innovation, and job creation, positioning the sector as central to the UK’s economic future.
Lindy Cameron has been appointed Permanent Under-Secretary at the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, becoming its first female leader.
The UK government is recruiting an IT Operations & Service Management Lead to oversee critical IT services supporting regulatory, scientific and business functions within the Veterinary Medicines Directorate.
The UK Government reports its Connect to Work programme has helped thousands of disabled people and those with health conditions into employment, with a national rollout by July 2026.
An independent commission of NHS doctors and global experts has published recommendations to accelerate the safe adoption of AI in healthcare, following the largest public consultation on AI regulation in the UK to date.
The UK Education Secretary convened a summit in Manchester to involve local leaders in shaping education reforms aimed at improving technical and academic pathways for young people.
The UK Armed Forces honoured King Harald V of Norway at his Oslo funeral, reflecting his lifelong ties to British military institutions.
UK Defence Minister Luke Pollard outlined plans to accelerate military innovation and strengthen deterrence through closer collaboration with industry and private finance at a Mansion House event.
UK-Angola Investment Forum highlights partnership on growth, shared challenges, and economic transformation beyond oil, with UK expertise in finance and infrastructure.
The UK Department for Transport appointed two new non-executive board members to strengthen governance and provide independent oversight.
The UK government has launched its first dedicated Class Unit to address entrenched inequality and child poverty, replacing the Social Mobility Commission as part of a broader reform of arm’s length bodies.
The Disclosure and Barring Service will lower fees for checks and the Update Service starting 5 October 2026, following annual review and approval by multiple government bodies.
The UK introduces new sanctions legislation targeting Iran’s nuclear programme and related activities, expanding trade bans and financial restrictions to curb proliferation risks and hostile behaviour.
The UK announced new measures targeting illegal West Bank settlements and trade linked to them, alongside sanctions on Iran, to uphold the two-state solution and address rising settler violence.
United Utilities Water Limited was fined £964,225 for sewage spills into the Irish Sea, impacting bathing waters and tourism along the Fylde Coast.
Two men were arrested in Surrey as part of an Environment Agency investigation into illegal waste dumping at a Kidlington site, bringing total arrests to six since November 2025.
The UK, France and Canada reaffirmed their commitment to a two-state solution, citing threats from settlement expansion and settler violence, and announced coordinated measures including a ban on settlement goods.
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority highlights public procurement as a strategic tool for economic growth and sovereignty, urging clearer priorities and better coordination to maximise taxpayer value.
The UK government condemned weekend protests on the South Coast disrupting ports and processing centres, citing public safety risks and criminal behaviour.
The UK Prime Minister spoke with US President Donald Trump, discussing economic progress, Ukraine ceasefire efforts, and Middle East peace initiatives including the Two-State Solution and Iran’s nuclear program.
The UK government has withdrawn decisions on local government reorganisation and launched a rapid review of the programme, excluding Surrey’s confirmed changes.
The UK Prime Minister and Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson discussed bilateral ties, NATO cooperation, and Russia’s aggression during a call. They also explored economic growth opportunities, including Rolls...
The UK Prime Minister and Cyprus President discussed strengthening bilateral ties, EU relations, and regional stability during a call on 7 September 2026.
Derek Wilson has been reappointed as Chair of the Sports Grounds Safety Authority Board for a third term, overseeing stadium safety and accessibility standards.
The Food Standards Agency has published the agenda and papers for its September 2026 Board meeting in Swansea, scheduled for 16 September and open to the public.