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UK Government allocates £302m to repair FE college buildings

FE college groups across England will receive a share of £302 million to fix, maintain and improve their buildings.

Local Government associations work together in a call for review for funding

Four of the UK’s leading local government associations are calling on the new government to address critical funding challenges that have left many local authorities on the brink of financial collapse.

Northern Ireland innovators encouraged to seize Horizon Europe opportunities

A gathering of top researchers, scientists, and businesses in Lisburn today aims to inspire more successful bids for Horizon Europe funding from Northern Ireland.

The UK Government moves to ban the sale and supply of single-use vapes

Circular Economy Minister Mary Creagh confirmed today that single-use vapes, which cannot be recharged or refilled, will be banned from 1 June 2025 as...

UK government launches £15 million plan to expand school based nurseries

The UK Government has launched a £15 million funding scheme to improve early years education. This scheme aims to establish up to 300 school-based nurseries across England.

Reducing single-use medical devices in the NHS

The UK government is launching a new strategy to help reduce the reliance on single-use medical devices in the NHS.

£500 million investment to deliver 1,200 zero-emission buses

The UK government and bus operator have announced a £500 million investment to manufacture 1,200 zero-emission buses, marking a significant step in the transition to greener public transport.

UK Government Introduces Employment Rights Bill

The recently introduced Employment Rights Bill by the UK Government aims to improve workers' rights and strengthen economic growth.

UK initiatives aim to transform cancer care with new technologies

To revolutionise cancer treatment and diagnosis the UK government has revealed plans in partnership with pharmaceutical companies and universities.

Government subsidies for environmental sustainability

Scientists and economists have warned against the use of government subsidies, even when they are aimed at promoting environmentally friendly practices.

UK Government pledges almost £22bn for carbon capture projects

Sir Keir Starmer has announced £21.7 billion of funding for 2 carbon capture projects in Teeside and Merseyside over 25 years.

Sam Ulyatt ambitious targets as CEO of Crown Commercial Service

In her new role as CEO of the Crown Commercial Service (CCS), Sam Ulyatt is determined to steer the organisation towards a more strategic and innovative future.

Government launches digital panel to change public services

Millions of people across the UK are set to benefit from improved public services, thanks to the government’s new initiative to harness cutting-edge technology.

Welsh and UK governments collaborate to tackle NHS waiting lists

To help decrease the burden of NHS waiting lists in both England and Wales, the Welsh and UK governments have announced a new collaborative effort.

UK Government invests £88 million to drive innovation in electric vehicles

The UK government has announced a substantial investment of £88 million across 46 pioneering projects.

Navigating the future: Labour Government’s vision for the energy efficiency industry

The recent election of the Labour government signals a promising shift for the energy efficiency industry, bringing with it a renewed focus on decarbonisation and sustainable growth.

UK Government urged to accelerate AI adoption

Recent research conducted by the Global Government Forum shows significant opportunities for the UK government to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming policymaking, enhancing national security, and improving public service delivery.

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