Elites with known links to the Kremlin may be subject to exclusion from the UK in show of steadfast support for Ukraine on 3 year anniversary of invasion. Elites linked to the Russian state can be excluded from entering the UK under new measures announced by the Home Secretary on Monday 24 February 2025.
The Ministry of Defence will double its funding for medical and rehabilitation services for Ukraine's troops. Britain is stepping up support for Ukrainian troops wounded on the frontline, who will receive life-saving medical support and rehabilitation services through the UK's Project Renovator.
We are making it easier, faster and cheaper for people across the UK to switch to electric vehicles. government extends support to help drivers, businesses, fleets and cabbies make the switch to cleaner vehicles.
An extra £30 million has been confirmed for the Winter Pressures Funding this year. Urgent homelessness funding, previously tripled, has now been increased sixfold for this year to reach more people.
Sophisticated electronic devices used by criminals in 40% of vehicle thefts in England and Wales will be banned under new laws, as part of the government's mission to make the nation's streets safer. Having your vehicle stolen is a costly and distressing experience for victims.
Thousands of veterans and their family members across the UK will have access to enhanced career support thanks to government plans to expand Op ASCEND. Government to expand UK-wide career support for the armed forces community, ensuring support for all veterans, regardless of when they left service.
there is a new packaging tax coming into effect in April 2025. Here are the key details: Plastic Packaging Tax Increase: The rate of the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) will increase from £217.85 to £223.69 per tonne.
The Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 has today received Royal Assent, boosting the powers of water sector regulators to tackle pollution. Major legislation to crack down on water bosses polluting Britain's rivers, lakes and seas has today been signed into law in the most significant increase to enforcement powers in a decade.
The recent increase in the energy price cap by 6.4% from April 2025 will likely have a ripple effect on prices in shops. Here's how: Increased Operating Costs: Retailers will face higher energy bills, which can lead to increased operating costs.
Today with the announcement of the energy price cap increase it is not going to be easy for businesses to hold prices. There are range of other costs facing businesses already announced so it would be advisable to redraw a business plan going forward.
Sellafield Ltd and Nuclear Transport Solutions are making preparations for the second return of high level waste, in the form of vitrified residue, to Germany. Seven flasks will be transported from Sellafield via a German port to the Isar Federal storage facility in the first half of 2025.
Bounce Back Loan fraudster handed suspended sentence and curfew. Amraiz Mahmood secured more than £20,000 in Covid support funds by falsely declaring he had a turnover of £81,000 as a self-employed delivery driver and courier.
Outlines the next steps to reform Britain's railways through a recently launched consultation. On Tuesday 18 February 2025, I launched the public consultation for the government's upcoming Railways Bill.
LionVolt, a leader in 3D metal anode architecture, is advancing energy storage solutions with groundbreaking technology that enhances battery energy density, accelerates charging speeds, and supports electrification across EVs, consumer wearables, and hybrid flight. Following a €15 million investment and the acquisition of a battery cell pilot production plant in Thurso, the company is expanding its production capacity and driving technological advancements in Scotland.
Three years on from President Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK has today imposed over 100 new sanctions directly targeting those who continue to aid the invasion. 107 new sanctions announced as UK unleashes our largest sanctions package since the early days of the invasion.
Construction work is taking place on the new Nairn Academy which is programmed to be operational in August 2026. The school has a planning capacity of 800 pupils and is part of the Scottish Government's Learning Estate Investment Programme (LEIP).
Highland based food and drink producers have until 28 March to enquire about a new support programme aimed at helping businesses in the sector to cut carbon emissions. Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is looking for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) to take part in the food and drink TechHUB Net Zero Mobilisation programme.
Sir Keir Starmer announces £200 million investment to propel long term future for Grangemouth. Transformational commitment to support investment in Grangemouth community through National Wealth Fund.
According to Treasury officials, the car loan mis-selling scandal could create a £5.5bn gap in Britain's public finances. The lenders involved may seek to offset compensation payments against their corporate tax bills, leading to reduced public revenue.
Our current system, with its inherent contradictions, continues to generate inequality and exploitation within the UK labour market. Recent data, while presented as signs of recovery, merely masks the ongoing struggles of the working class.
