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The UK and Japan have agreed to commence formal negotiations on a Reciprocal Access Agreement (RAA) to deepen the defence relationship between the two countries.

An EU Humanitarian Air Bridge operation consisting of two flights is delivering more than 125 tonnes of life-saving materials to humanitarian organisations active in Haiti, as part of the EU

24 August 2021, under the Presidency of the United Kingdom, we the Leaders of the Group of Seven met virtually to discuss the situation in Afghanistan. We were joined by the Secretaries

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today set out plans to help councils and housing associations across the capital to support the arrival of Afghan refugees.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today welcomed the Government’s commitment to help resettle Afghan refugees in the UK and made clear that London stands ready to help.

The UK has secured a trade deal with Australia eliminating tariffs on all UK goods and boosting jobs and businesses across the country, in the first major trade deal
The UK is calling for urgent global action in response to a UN report published today on the science of climate change, that says the planet has warmed more than previously estimated.
As forest fires continue affecting various regions in the Mediterranean and the Western Balkans, the European Commission is swiftly mobilising support to assist

The Commission has adopted the first Partnership Agreement for the 2021-2027 programming period for Greece, the first EU country to submit its strategic reference document for deploying

The Prime Minister will welcome Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta to Chequers this afternoon, ahead of the two leaders hosting the Global Education Summit in London tomorrow.
UK News
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£80 million boost signals new chapter for UK’s medicines manufacturing and innovation
The UK government has unveiled a major £80 million investment package aimed at expanding access to vital medicines and strengthening the country’s fast-growing life sciences sector.Read More... -
UK renters to gain stronger protections as councils prepare crackdown on rogue landlords
From 1 May, renters across England are set to benefit from sweeping new protections as the government rolls out the long-anticipated Renters’ Rights Act, marking one of the most significantRead More... -
UK consumers rein in spending as fuel costs surge amid Middle East tensions
Rising fuel prices driven by escalating tensions in Iran cast a shadow over British consumer activity last month, prompting households to cut back on spending and rethink travel plans. FreshRead More... -
UK corporate confidence hits six-year low as energy fears and rate pressures mount
Confidence among Britain’s largest companies has fallen sharply, reaching its lowest level in six years, as escalating geopolitical tensions and economic pressures weigh heavily on businessRead More... -
£3 million boost fuels bus overhaul as England expands free travel and new routes
A fresh wave of investment is accelerating the transformation of bus services across England, as the government commits an additional £3 million to help regional leaders take greater controlRead More...

Culture
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£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More...

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