UK Government
ADHD is not being overdiagnosed, major Government report set to find
A landmark UK Government review is set to conclude that ADHD and autism are not widely overdiagnosed across the country, according to The i Paper.
UK government ups offer to Stormont ministers to GBP1.5 billion
The UK Treasury has increased its financial package for Northern Ireland to GBP1.5 billion amid ongoing negotiations over the devolved region's budget.
London tourist tax faces 5pc cap as mayors get levy powers
English mayors are gaining the power to introduce a tourist tax on overnight stays under new government plans, though London's surcharge faces a 5% cap.
English mayors gain power to impose tourist tax on overnight stays
Mayoral authorities across England are gaining the power to levy an optional tourist tax on overnight stays to fund local services and infrastructure, facing both support from officials and opposition from the hospitality industry.
UK imposes sanctions and settlement import ban over West Bank expansion
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has announced a sweeping package of UK sanctions and settlement import bans targeting the occupied West Bank, prompting an immediate diplomatic fallout with Israel.
UK forces Apple, Google to block child nude images on smartphones
The UK government is set to introduce primary legislation requiring Apple and Google to implement device-level blocks on nude images for users under 18.
UK preparing law to make tech firms prevent children sharing nude images online
The UK government is preparing legislation to compel tech companies to install device-level software that prevents minors from viewing or sharing explicit images online.
Mike Huckabee accuses UK government of discrimination over Israel sanctions plan
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee criticized planned UK trade restrictions on West Bank settlements, accusing the government of discrimination.
UK government condemns violent anti-migrant protests at southern ports
The British government has condemned the intimidating behaviour of demonstrators who converged on southern ports following small-boat crossings. Police officers sustained injuries and RNLI rescue personnel faced verbal abuse during clashes.
UK government halts local council overhaul plans following legal advice
The UK government has abruptly halted a sweeping overhaul of local government across England following new legal advice, throwing reform timelines into uncertainty.
UK PM exchanged messages with Trump aide imposter: reports
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an individual posing as White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles before growing suspicious.
UK government sends emergency wildfire alert to millions amid tinderbox warning
Millions in England and Wales received an emergency mobile alert warning of extreme wildfire risks as Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a disposable barbecue ban.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham opens No10 North office in Manchester
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has inaugurated No10 North in Manchester to serve as a base for decentralizing decision-making. The hub will host the National Economic Council to better integrate regional perspectives into national policy.
Lisa Nandy Quits X Over Abuse And Misinformation
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has officially departed X, citing a pervasive environment of abuse and misinformation. Her entire department will follow suit, abandoning the platform to maintain a presence on other social media sites.
Lisa Nandy remains Culture Secretary as Kanishka Narayan named AI minister
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has retained Lisa Nandy as Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport while appointing Kanishka Narayan as the first Minister for AI.
Middle Eastern investment in UK faces scrutiny following recent riots
Recent far-right riots across the UK have sparked concerns among Gulf sovereign wealth funds regarding the nation's social stability. Analysts warn that these security optics could influence future capital commitments and the success of the upcoming government investment summit.
Andy Burnham faces mixed industry reaction as he prepares to lead UK government
As Andy Burnham prepares to assume the premiership, he faces a mixed reception regarding his plans to shift political focus to Manchester and reform transport.
Rolls-Royce seeks UK government support for return to narrowbody market
Following a financial turnaround, Rolls-Royce is exploring a return to the narrowbody sector using its UltraFan architecture. The company is currently discussing potential government support to help de-risk the development of a 30,000-lb thrust engine.
Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to terminate the digital ID scheme to pivot resources toward the cost of living. The decision is his first major departure from the previous administration's policy platform.
Andy Burnham’s plan to scrap technology department triggers backlash
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces criticism from tech industry leaders regarding proposed departmental restructuring and a new AI strategy.