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UK hopes to lead in global sustainable finance

The UK government is hoping to transform the UK into the world's sustainable finance capital through new transition planning and investment frameworks.

Mobile signal boost transforms connectivity across UK countryside

Mobile coverage has been officially improved in areas across England, Scotland, and Wales thanks to a major upgrade of over 50 mobile masts.

UK conducts largest ever defence AI trial across land, sea and air

The UK has completed its largest-ever defence trial, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI), which integrates technologies across land, sea, and air.

28 NHS hospitals to receive advanced radiotherapy technology

New radiotherapy machines will cut waiting times and help 4,500 more patients get cancer treatment faster.

The UK’s online patent search tool and how it is boosting UK innovation

A new online search tool launched in January by the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) promises to make it significantly easier for businesses, inventors,...

New funding to help regulators fast-track innovation in health and transport

The UK government has announced a new wave of funding to help regulators cut unnecessary red tape and speed up access to emerging technologies, particularly in healthcare, transport, and energy.

Cash boost for coastal communities hosting clean energy projects

Britain’s coastal and rural communities are expected to receive financial support as part of the government’s new Plan for Change to make the UK a clean energy superpower.

UK and the European Union agree landmark post-Brexit reset deal

The UK and the European Union have agreed on a major new trade and cooperation deal, marking a significant shift in the post-Brexit relationship and paving the way for closer economic and security ties.

Cutting funding for Level 7 Apprenticeships is a step backwards for gender equality

The UK government’s instinct that the Apprenticeship Levy needs reform is accurate, but its proposed changes are flawed and a step back for gender equality, explains Julie Rosborough, Deputy Head of Postgraduate Education and MBA Course Director at Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University.

UK Government reveals plans for long-term R&D funding

The UK Government has announced new plans towards its research and development (R&D) funding approach by introducing new ten-year budgets or selected activities This new...

UK leads NATO push to strengthen Euro-Atlantic security

The United Kingdom is a main subject in NATO talks in Antalya, Turkey, as foreign ministers from across the Alliance gather to strengthen their collective response to the war in Ukraine and reinforce Euro-Atlantic security.

UK Government passes Green British Energy Bill

The UK government is solidifying its efforts to reshape its energy future as Parliament passes the Green British Energy Bill.

NHS England abolition leaves patients and staff facing uncertain future, PAC warns

Public Accounts Committee (PAC) raises concerns over NHS England abolition and its impact on patients and staff.

AI tool ‘Consult’ used for first time to analyse public responses in government consultation

Scottish Government trials new AI to speed up policy analysis and cut costs, with promising early results.

Mental health care failings putting patients at continued risk warns HSSIB

A new HSSIB report highlights ongoing failures to act on safety recommendations, with repeated issues across inpatient mental health care services.

NHS system is failing people with mental illness and substance use disorder, says RCPsych

A new report from the Royal College of Psychiatrists warns that people with substance use disorder and another mental illness (CoSUM) are being failed by a system that is not equipped to meet their complex needs

Thousands in mental health crisis face days-long waits in A&E, RCN warns

The Royal College of Nursing is calling on the UK Government to invest in nursing to support patients experiencing a mental health crisis.

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