Monday, 20 March 2023
My Rt. Hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Oliver Dowden CBE MP, has today made the following statement: Today, I can confirm that the Government has launched phase one of the...
Today I am pleased to announce the publication of the 5th annual report of the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group. The Group provides Ministers with independent advice on matters relating to...
Today, I can confirm that the Government has launched phase one of the Emergency Alerts system - a UK-wide capability based on Cell Broadcasting technology developed by the Cabinet Office and the...
Today I have the pleasure of announcing that Thames Freeport has received final government approval, in a massive boost to South Essex and the wider region. This is a pivotal landmark for the...
I wish to provide a further update on the Ajax equipment project being delivered as part of the Armoured Cavalry programme. The Ajax Platform Ajax is part of our £41 billion investment...
The next meeting of the Withdrawal Agreement Joint Committee will take place in London on 24 March 2023, with delegations attending in person and by video conference. The meeting will be...
The next meeting of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement Partnership Council will take place in London on 24 March 2023, with delegations attending in person and by video conference. The meeting...
I am today announcing that the current Help to Claim support arrangements have been extended to 31st March 2024. Help to Claim provides tailored practical support to individuals to make their...
Today the UK has signed a Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) with Ukraine to support Ukraine’s economy and post-conflict reconstruction and cement the UK’s position as a global leader in...
I have today laid before the House of Commons a copy of the Annual Report of the Investigatory Powers Commissioner, Rt Hon Sir Brian Leveson. The report covers the activities of the Investigatory...
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