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UK launches Call for Input on deepening trade relationships

The UK has launched a consultation to inform the way we look to shape our future trading relationships with Indonesia, the Philippines, the United Arab Emirates and Uruguay.

Wine giant uncorks clean energy future with mine water heat deal

25 June 23:23

Economy

Wine giant uncorks clean energy future with mine water heat deal

The Mining Remediation Authority has signed a new mine water heat access agreement with Lanchester Wine Cellars Ltd, extending the partnership through to 2044 and marking another significant milestone in the expansion of the technology.

UK and partners strengthen climate resilience in Guatemala

20 June 18:33

Economy

UK and partners strengthen climate resilience in Guatemala

The project focused on the Zunil–Atitlán–Acatenango biocultural corridor. This is an important area for biodiversity, water sources and cultural heritage.

CMA investigates Ryanair over charging parents to sit with children

19 June 17:28

Economy

CMA investigates Ryanair over charging parents to sit with children

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Ryanair over charges that parents must pay to sit with their children on flights.

New taskforce to put AI on UK's frontline

16 June 16:27

Economy

New taskforce to put AI on UK's frontline

British service personnel will be better protected, better informed and more effective on the battlefield as the Prime Minister launches a new Defence AI taskforce – leveraging the UK’s world-class technology industry to prepare the UK for the future of warfare.

UK Connect to Work scheme supports 14,000 participants in first year

14 June 17:13

Economy

UK Connect to Work scheme supports 14,000 participants in first year

Launched last year - and backed by £1 billion over this parliament - the Connect to Work Programme is breaking down barriers to opportunity by helping sick or disabled people, and those with more complex barriers, move out of poverty and into secure employment.

New agreement strengthens UK leadership in automated vehicles

22 May 20:40

Economy

New agreement strengthens UK leadership in automated vehicles

A partnership that will put the UK at the forefront of next generation self-driving technology has been signed by the Government today with one of the country’s leading scale ups.

20 May 18:42

Economy

UK cyber industry continues to grow

Businesses across the UK are being urged to strengthen their cyber defences, as the government takes action to protect the economy and essential services people rely on every day from fast-evolving cyber threats.

Simpler, shared system for describing skills needs launched

17 May 15:35

Economy

Simpler, shared system for describing skills needs launched

A new comprehensive way of identifying and describing skills needs will help employers, training providers, job seekers, and people looking to upskill to get the best from the system.

Primary school children, teachers set to gain AI and digital skills

11 May 10:57

Economy

Primary school children, teachers set to gain AI and digital skills

Tens of thousands of young people and workers across the North East will gain new skills and career opportunities as a result of investment unlocked by the region’s AI Growth Zone, helping residents secure good jobs and local businesses grow.

New fertiliser regulations to back British farmers, cut pollution

10 May 11:36

Economy

New fertiliser regulations to back British farmers, cut pollution

British farmers could benefit from access to new and innovative fertilising products which have the potential to reduce air, land and water pollution under new government proposals launched.

UK government’s bus revolution hits another gear

25 April 22:22

Economy

UK government’s bus revolution hits another gear

Millions of bus passengers across England are benefitting from cheaper fares, new routes and better services as local authorities are putting government funding to work in their communities.