UK statement on escalation in northern Ethiopia: 24 September
The UK condemns attacks by the Tigray Defence Forces in Afar and southern Tigray, including the takeover of Tigray airports, and calls on all parties to refrain from further escalation.
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Russia is widening insecurity while refusing the path to peace: UK statement to the OSCE
UK statement to the OSCE condemns Russia’s intensified attacks and destabilising actions in Europe, urges an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and calls on Russia to engage seriously in negotiations towards a just, lasting peace.
RAF Waddington airfield set for major refurbishment in £53 million project
RAF Waddington will undergo a £53 million airfield refurbishment to improve long‑term resilience at the Lincolnshire base, with works aimed at upgrading runway and associated infrastructure to support continued operational use.
Trader Support Service users urged to prepare for new platform
HMRC urges Trader Support Service users to prepare for a platform switchover to avoid disruption and ensure businesses can continue trading when the new system goes live.
DIA and MHRA announce speaker line-up for inaugural global summit
DIA and the MHRA have published the speaker line‑up for their inaugural global summit, bringing international health leaders together to discuss major opportunities and challenges facing healthcare.
UK steps up humanitarian support for vulnerable civilians in Yemen following Houthi escalation
Tens of thousands of Yemenis displaced by recent Houthi violence will receive additional UK humanitarian funding aimed at supporting vulnerable civilians affected by the escalation, the FCDO says.
Suppliers encouraged to raise Code issues at the GCA’s 2026 annual conference
Suppliers and retailers met at the Groceries Code Adjudicator’s 29 September annual conference to discuss Code compliance and encourage suppliers to raise issues directly with the GCA.
Dr Jade Leung appointed Vice-Chair of the AI Security Institute and Security Advisor to the AI Taskforce
Dr Jade Leung has been appointed Vice‑Chair of the AI Security Institute and named Security Advisor to the government’s AI Taskforce, combining leadership in the Institute with an advisory role on national AI security policy.
Government expands crackdown on knife crime
Targeted Home Office crackdown on knife crime has cut knife robberies by almost 25% across seven police forces since June 2024, the government says, as it expands enforcement measures to tackle violent offending.
‘I want steelmaking to thrive’: Minister tells revamped Steel Council
Industry leaders and trade unions met at British Steel’s Scunthorpe site for a revamped Steel Council where Minister for Reindustrialisation Blair McDougall expressed his ambition for UK steelmaking to thrive, signalling continued government engagement with the sector.
England's only natural world heritage site has a birthday
The Jurassic Coast celebrates 25 years as England’s only natural World Heritage Site, with ongoing work to protect its geology and wildlife and maintain conservation management along the coastline.
Making active places 2026
The Transport Secretary outlined the government’s approach to active travel at the Making Active Places 2026 conference, setting priorities for encouraging walking and cycling and shaping local transport planning.
More enriching activities for hundreds of thousands of children
More than 400 schools in disadvantaged areas will receive a share of £22.5m and tailored support to expand access to enrichment activities, aiming to benefit hundreds of thousands of children across England.
Recruitment for a Veterinary Pharmacovigilance Assessor - Inspections
Vacancy: Veterinary Pharmacovigilance Assessor (Inspections) to work on inspections of Marketing Authorisation Holders, within the Veterinary Medicines Directorate, recruiting for a regulator role monitoring veterinary medicine safety.
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth's speech at the UK Space Power Conference
Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth outlined how the Royal Air Force will defend UK interests in space during his opening keynote at the UK Space Power Conference, setting out strategic priorities and operational intent for space security.
School minibus operator suspended and fleet cut after serious compliance failings
A North East independent school’s public service vehicle operator’s licence has been suspended and its fleet curtailed after a public inquiry found serious maintenance and compliance failings by the school’s minibus operator.
'What climate security means now' - Foreign Secretary at New York Climate Week
Foreign Secretary delivered an address at New York Climate Week’s opening ceremony titled ‘What climate security means now’, setting out the UK’s stance on links between climate change and security risks (speech content not detailed in blurb).
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 22 September 2026
The Prime Minister met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the UN General Assembly on 22 September 2026; the statement notes the meeting but gives no further detail on outcomes, topics or agreements.
More than £300 million paid out through Help to Save with thousands more savers set to benefit
More than £300 million has been paid out through the Help to Save scheme; HMRC is encouraging low‑income earners to open accounts during UK Savings Week so thousands more savers can benefit from government bonus payments.
UK Statement at the High-level Plenary Meeting to Address the Existential Threats Posed by Sea-level Rise
Chris Elmore MP delivered the UK statement at a UN high-level plenary addressing sea-level rise, highlighting the existential threat posed by rising seas and the need for international action.
PM meeting with President Trump of the United States: 22 September 2026
The Prime Minister met US President Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly on 22 September 2026; the short statement confirms the encounter but gives no detail on bilateral discussions or any joint statements.
West Yorkshire victims to get crucial £11.4m of vital funding
Victim‑survivors across West Yorkshire will receive £11.4m of government funding to support services for all forms of crime, including sexual violence, to bolster support and recovery provision.
Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Professor Alison Strath, and Fiona Cohrane: Catalysing the medicines ecosystem in Scotland
Three senior figures — Professor Dame Anna Dominiczak, Professor Alison Strath and Fiona Cochrane — discuss how Scotland’s expanding commercial research infrastructure and strong NHS, academia and industry links are widening trial access and boosting the UK life‑sciences ecosystem.
Five new commissioners appointed to the Commission on Human Medicines (CHM)
Five new commissioners have been appointed to the Commission on Human Medicines, which provides independent expert advice to ministers on the safety, quality and efficacy of medicines.
MHRA welcomes sentencing after fraud convictions over falsely certified medical devices
The MHRA has welcomed sentencing following convictions in a long‑running investigation into falsely certified medical devices, praising enforcement action against those involved in fraudulent certification.
Supporting Ukraine and defending OSCE principles: UK statement to the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
Ambassador Holland thanked the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly for backing Ukraine, condemning Russia’s violations, and calling for the release of three illegally detained OSCE officials, while praising the Assembly’s election observation and peace-supporting role.
Russia’s sham elections in occupied Ukrainian territories: UK statement to the OSCE
Ambassador Holland condemned Russia’s staged elections in occupied Ukrainian territories as breaches of Ukraine’s sovereignty and the Helsinki Final Act, reiterated UK rejection of annexation, and urged Moscow to end aggression and pursue peace.
Seven linked companies shut down after Insolvency Service investigation with Companies House
Seven companies have been wound up after a joint Insolvency Service and Companies House investigation uncovered linked conduct concerns across businesses that initially appeared unrelated; the action follows regulatory scrutiny into their behaviour.
RAIB has a new Chief Inspector
Andy Lewis has been appointed as the new Chief Inspector of Rail Accidents at the Rail Accident Investigation Branch, taking leadership of the UK body that investigates rail incidents.
Ofsted publishes annual report on Armed Forces initial training
Ofsted published its 18th annual report assessing care, welfare and training arrangements for recruits, trainees and officer cadets across the Armed Forces, evaluating effectiveness of initial military training and welfare provision.