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The UK government is accelerating the largest prison-building programme since the Victorian era with a £110m investment to create additional capacity, including converting existing spaces and purchasing new land for...
Parliament has passed the first reading of a bill to cap annual rates increases at 2-4 per cent from 2029, aiming to ease financial pressure on households.
The UK Government has written to the Electoral Commission urging a review of campaign spending limits, citing concerns over the rising influence of money in politics and the need for fairness in political campaigning.
The UK government has requested an independent review of political party spending limits ahead of potential 2027 changes, seeking Electoral Commission advice by July 2027.
The UK condemns escalating gang violence in Haiti, including attacks on Kenscoff, and calls for urgent international action to restore security and protect civilians.
The European Central Bank examines how tokenisation in wholesale finance could reshape settlement and market access, arguing that central bank money on distributed ledgers would enhance safety, programmability and...
UK Border Force reported a 15-year high in ketamine seizures during the first quarter of 2026, intercepting 1,298kg of the drug at national borders.
UK authorities outline next steps for homes in Coalsnaughton, Clackmannanshire, affected by ground movement from historic coal mining, following assessments and community meetings.
New Zealand and Indonesia reaffirmed their partnership during talks in Auckland, focusing on trade, food security, renewable energy, and defence cooperation ahead of the 2025–2029 action plan.
The UK government has fully cleared a notorious illegal waste site in Kidlington, removing 22,105 tonnes of waste and securing the area to prevent further dumping.
The UK welcomed Syria’s announcement dissolving the Syrian Democratic Forces into central government structures, supporting territorial integrity and recent regional talks. It also highlighted ongoing humanitarian needs...
The Federal Reserve Board issued a consent prohibition order against Gadiel Rosario-Alvarado, a former Banco Popular de Puerto Rico employee, for misappropriating customer funds.
The UK government extended Luke Jensen’s interim role as Chair of National Savings and Investments (NS&I) for two months while a permanent appointment is finalised.
The Bank of England has delayed its November 2026 RTGS standards release, aligning with Swift’s postponement of the CBPR+ standards update to ensure global readiness and avoid implementation risks.
UNRWA reports Israeli forces seized its Kalandia Vocational Training Centre in occupied East Jerusalem, leaving 340 young men without education and training, as the UN demands immediate restoration of the facility.
Humanitarian agencies delivered essential supplies to over 600,000 people in Gaza this month amid severe food insecurity, with 50% of families reporting complete food shortages and 75% facing market access issues.
UNIFIL reports rising civilian risks in south Lebanon due to ongoing strikes and military activity, urging compliance with resolution 1701 and a return to political dialogue.
UN Secretary-General urges urgent funding and action to contain the Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in DR Congo, where 500 new cases are reported weekly amid severe underfunding and conflict-disrupted health systems.
The ECB’s July 2026 meeting reviewed inflation pressures from energy, food, and AI-driven markets, noting persistent risks despite recent oil price volatility. Policy rates were held steady after June’s hike, with...
UKHSA reports stabilising childhood vaccine uptake before primary school but warns rates remain below WHO targets, increasing disease risk.
UK health agencies are investigating a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to imported eggs, with 259 confirmed cases and one death reported as of 25 August 2026. The risk to the public remains low, though vulnerable...
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham expresses condolences and pledges support for British nationals affected by flooding along the Nepal-China border, urging adherence to local and travel guidance.
Twenty-four nations and the European Commission condemned Israel’s E1 West Bank settlement tenders, calling the plan illegal under international law and a threat to a two-state solution.
New Zealand’s Tourism Minister welcomed Tourism 2050, a long-term industry strategy aligning with the government’s Tourism Policy Statement to guide sustainable growth and regional benefits through 2050.
The New Zealand Government has launched the Admin Data Improvement Plan to enhance the utility of administrative data collected by agencies for policy and service decisions across education, health, housing and...
New Zealand opens a Crisis Recovery Café in Kaitaia to provide after-hours mental health and addiction support, aiming to offer a calm, peer-led alternative to emergency departments.
New Zealand invests $2.79 million to convert winemaking waste into soil amendment, aiming to reduce waste, cut emissions, and create a new revenue stream for Marlborough’s wine industry.
The UK urged all parties to uphold commitments under UNSC Resolution 2803, highlighting the need for phased IDF withdrawal, Hamas disarmament, and Palestinian-led governance reforms, while calling for unrestricted...
The UK will host a new international Countering Violent Extremism Hub to coordinate efforts with Five Eyes partners against online radicalisation and violent extremism, including a diversion programme for early...
The UK government has published a draft practice direction outlining new digital procedures for possession proceedings, set to launch in phases starting September 2026.