Syrian refugees: Hundreds forced to return to war zone
A report released today (25 October) investigates how Turkish authorities forced Syrian refugees to return to a war zone, in the lead-up to the current offensive in the northeast.
New report shows global progress towards eliminating plastic pollution
The scale of global efforts to eliminate plastic pollution has been revealed in a new report published by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, in collaboration with the UN Environment Programme.
Turning data into actionable insight at the borders
As globalisation accelerates, our borders are becoming more difficult to manage. Here Ray Batt, Director, Border Security Programmes Europe, Unisys explores how we need to assess risk at the borders and how we trade in future.
Government awards £1 billion to boost mobile phone coverage
The mobile phone industry has been awarded a £1 billion deal from the government to improve mobile phone coverage in rural areas.
Girlguiding calls on government to support its #PlasticPromise campaign
Almost half a million Rainbows, Brownies, Guides, Rangers and volunteers across the UK are calling on the government to join their #PlasticPromise campaign.
Crackdown on Protestant Faith in Algeria
The recent closure of three Protestant churches and a police assault at one church exemplify repression of this minority faith in Algeria, Human Rights Watch said.
Can container farming help meet the rising demand for local food?
With the demand for local produce constantly rising due to environmental, economic and quality reasons, Johnathan Bulmer, MD at Cleveland Containers, has urged for more pick up on container farming.
How can critical national infrastructure be protected from cyber threats?
Patrick Kennedy, Security Evangelist, at Claroty discusses how to protect critical national infrastructure in the digital age.
Childhood obesity linked to differences in the brain
Scientists at the University of Cambridge recently found that childhood obesity is associated with differences in brain structure, compared to the brains of children who are normal weight.
How can businesses prepare for Brexit?
Nic Redfern, Finance Director, Know Your Money offers his expert advice on how UK business can prepare for Brexit.
Is design killing the planet?
Shaun Gomm, Director at Sigma, discusses how design could be killing the planet: touching on sustainable development, tech and our 2050 goals for change.
How will climate change affect UK business and economy?
With the help of Fulton Umbrellas, this article will explore how changing weather patterns may affect UK business and economy.
Judith Vorbach: European Union, economic crisis and the climate
Judith Vorbach gives the foreword for OAG25 on the impact of the economic crisis and the climate from the perspective of the European Union (EU).
Resistance to antibiotics doubles in 20 years
Resistance to antibiotics used for treating harmful bacteria related to a variety of stomach conditions has more than doubled in 20 years, new research presented at UEG Week Barcelona 2019 has shown.
Fertility information: Giving young cancer patients the chance to have children
Young people with cancer are potentially being robbed of the ability to have children as important information around fertility is not being communicated at the earliest opportunity says the cancer charity, Teenage Cancer Trust.
The financial priorities for France
Here, we take a look at the financial priorities for France, including comment on a modernised European competition policy and the development of sustainable finance.
UK police force: The case for cloud
Kevin Johnson, Key Account Manager – UK Central Government, Police Forces and Defence at SoftwareONE, discusses the fragmented nature of the UK’s police, and how this creates a challenge when it comes to using the same technology platforms and processes.
What measures are being taken to help the UK hit net zero?
Here, SEAT servicers, Vindis, examine the various areas amendments which have been made, and what needs to be done to help Britain hit net zero.
A priority for Europe: Energy Union and climate change
Energy Union and climate as a priority of the European Commission are placed under the spotlight here by Open Access Government.
Blue Badge: Putting the plumbing at the centre for a citizen-first approach
Here, Paul Tomlinson, Managing Director at IEG4, discusses the new digital Blue Badge service and the challenges that it poses to councils, especially following the addition of hidden disabilities into the scheme.