United Kingdom

Retrospective actuarial confirmation of benefits changes

Retrospective actuarial confirmation of benefits changes

The Government has announced plans to introduce new legislation in response to issues arising from the Virgin Media Limited v NTL Pension Trustees Limited ...

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The National Drought Group meets following the driest April in 132 years

The National Drought Group meets following the driest April in 132 years

England has experienced the driest March, April, and May in over a century, the lowest rainfall since 1893. The Environment Agency (EA) convened a ...

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"Farming the Flood" depicts Dartmoor farmers responding to nature

“Farming the Flood” depicts Dartmoor farmers responding to nature

The new film ‘Farming the Flood’ highlights an innovative approach to flood prevention using nature-based techniques, brought to life through the collaboration of local ...

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UKHSA publishes the newest STI data

UKHSA publishes the newest STI data

Recent data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reveals important trends in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK, including a rise in ...

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Chancellor announces largest-ever investment in city region local transportation

Chancellor announces largest-ever investment in city region local transportation

The speech discusses the government’s ongoing efforts to revitalize the UK economy and improve the lives of working people. The key points center around ...

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The United Kingdom supports Morocco's autonomy initiative for Western Sahara

The United Kingdom supports Morocco’s autonomy initiative for Western Sahara

On Sunday, the United Kingdom became the latest country to support Morocco’s plan for autonomy in Western Sahara, a region long disputed between Morocco ...

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UK announces huge military buildup in response to escalating Russian threat

UK announces huge military buildup in response to escalating Russian threat

The United Kingdom has announced a significant upgrade to its defence infrastructure to face what it calls a “new era of threats,” mainly due ...

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House prices in the UK climb 3.5% in May 2025: Nationwide

House prices in the UK climb 3.5% in May 2025: Nationwide

British house prices saw a notable rise in May, according to recent data from mortgage lender Nationwide. Prices were 3.5% higher than the same ...

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In response to the Strategic Defence Review, the UK will expand its submarine programs

In response to the Strategic Defence Review, the UK will expand its submarine programs

The UK government is set to expand its submarine fleet as part of the AUKUS defence partnership, responding to growing security threats. This plan ...

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Redesigned flight patterns to enable quicker, quieter flights and promote growth

Redesigned flight patterns to enable quicker, quieter flights and promote growth

The UK government has announced big changes to improve air travel. These new plans aim to make flights faster and reduce delays for passengers ...

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