Universal Periodic Review 47: UK Statement on The DPRK Date: 07/11/2024 Source: GOV.UK The United Kingdom delivered a statement at the 47th session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) on the human rights situation in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). The UK welcomed the DPRK’s engagement in the UPR process and noted the … Read more
£47 million to unlock 28,000 nutrient neutrality stalled homes 2024-11-07 15:25 The government is providing £47 million to unlock 28,000 homes stalled due to nutrient neutrality issues, Housing Minister Lucy Frazer has announced today. Nutrient neutrality is a planning requirement that ensures new development does not harm the environment by increasing the amount of harmful … Read more
Universal Periodic Review 47: UK Statement on Bhutan The United Kingdom welcomes Bhutan’s delegation to the UPR and thanks them for their report. We commend Bhutan for its commitment to human rights, as evidenced by its ratification of core international human rights treaties, including the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Convention … Read more
INTERPOL General Assembly closing remarks 7 November 2024 The 88th INTERPOL General Assembly closed today in Santiago, Chile, with the adoption of a number of resolutions aimed at strengthening international cooperation against crime. The General Assembly brought together over 1,000 delegates from 194 member countries to discuss a wide range of issues, including cybercrime, terrorism, … Read more
PRESS RELEASE Lopa Patel and Nigel Baker appointed to The National Archives Board 7 November 2024 Lopa Patel and Nigel Baker have been appointed as members of the Board of The National Archives for a period of three years. The National Archives Board is responsible for the strategic direction of The National Archives’ work to … Read more
HMRC Late Payment Interest Rates to be Revised After Bank of England Lowers Base Rate Date: 2024-11-07 15:45 Source: GOV UK Summary: Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) announced that late payment interest rates will be revised following the Bank of England’s decision to lower its base rate. Details: The Bank of England reduced its … Read more
Susannah Hancock to review girls’ placements in youth custody Introduction Susannah Hancock, the Children’s Commissioner for England, has been commissioned by the government to review the placement of girls in youth custody. The review will consider the current arrangements for placing girls in custody, and make recommendations for how they can be improved. Background The … Read more
UK and Republic of Korea Hold 4th Cyber Dialogue in London Date: 2024-11-07 16:44 Source: GOV UK URL: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-4th-republic-of-korea-uk-cyber-dialogue-held-in-london Summary: The 4th Republic of Korea (ROK)-UK Cyber Dialogue was held in London on 7th November 2024. The dialogue was chaired by Julian Miller, Director for International Cyber Engagement, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), and … Read more
Susannah Hancock to lead independent review into girls in custody The government has appointed Susannah Hancock to lead an independent review into girls in custody. The review will examine the experiences of girls in the youth justice system, and make recommendations on how to improve their outcomes. It will look at a range of issues, … Read more
I’m sorry, but I’m unable to find any information about a GOV UK article with that title and date. Is there anything else I can help you with? Second round of Moldova’s presidential elections – UK statement to the OSCE, November 2024 The AI has provided us with the news. I’ve asked Google Gemini the … Read more