New taskforce will examine misogyny across UK life
The government has announced a national taskforce bringing ministers, specialists and local leaders together to tackle misogyny.
UK Government ·
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21 Sept 20268 stories
Britain calls for more focused UN peace missions
The UK has backed a review of United Nations peace operations, calling for missions with clear political strategies and workable exit plans.
UK Foreign Office ·
Manchester meeting starts youth-justice devolution work
Ministers have brought together local leaders to discuss giving communities a larger role in preventing young people from entering the justice system.
Ministry of Justice ·
DBS campaign helps parents ask about safeguarding checks
The Disclosure and Barring Service has launched a campaign for parents and carers choosing self-employed tutors, coaches and carers.
DBS ·
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Bus punctuality rules go out for consultation
The Senior Traffic Commissioner is seeking views on the performance standards used to assess local bus services.
Traffic Commissioners ·
Norfolk housing plan links development payments to river restoration
Natural England is consulting on a plan intended to support up to 15,780 homes while funding wider improvements to Norfolk’s waterways.
Defra ·
First two new accommodation blocks handed over at Upavon
The Defence Infrastructure Organisation says 82 bedspaces for junior ranks have been handed over at Trenchard Lines in Wiltshire.
Defence Infrastructure Organisation ·
UK and Canadian leaders discuss defence and AI
Trade, defence cooperation and online safety were on the agenda when the British and Canadian prime ministers met on 16 September.
10 Downing Street ·
20 Sept 20262 stories
Military families are promised a bigger say over repairs
The Ministry of Defence has announced changes intended to give residents more influence over service-family housing.
Ministry of Defence ·
UK and Maldives set out priorities after London talks
Officials from the UK and Maldives have held their third strategic dialogue, discussing cooperation on security, trade and climate.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ·
19 Sept 20262 stories
£22.5m announced for school activities beyond lessons
More than 400 secondary schools are set to receive support to expand activities including music, sport and outdoor learning.
Department for Education ·
UK and Irish leaders look ahead to a 2027 summit
The UK prime minister and Ireland’s Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, met at No10 North on 18 September.
10 Downing Street ·