Specialist mobile detection technology is being used to detect and seize illegal phones used by prisoners, Justice Secretary David Gauke revealed today (Sunday, 21 April).
Link: Press release: Phone detection kit introduced in prisons
Source: Gov Press Releases
Voice-activated smart speakers and virtual assistants can now be used to find out more than 12,000 pieces of information from the government.
Link: Press release: Government uses Alexa and Google Home to make services easier to access
Source: Gov Press Releases
The Prime Minister’s Special Representative on Freedom of Religion or Belief wishes Christians the world over a happy Easter
Link: Press release: Lord Ahmad’s Easter message
Source: Gov Press Releases
A Highways England campaign which aims to improve the safety of motorcyclists has won a top marketing award.
Link: Press release: Highways England scoops top marketing award
Source: Gov Press Releases
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office responds to US announcement on Title III of the Helms-Burton Act.
Link: Press release: Foreign Office statement on Title III of the Helms-Burton Act
Source: Gov Press Releases
Committee to take evidence from Ministry of Defence on progress made against its disposal requirements
Link: Committee launches new inquiry on submarine defueling and dismantling
Source: Parliamentary News
Welsh Affairs Committee look at impact of funding cuts to Welsh armed forces
Link: Committee considers impact of funding cuts and base closures for armed forces in Wales
Source: Parliamentary News
The Foreign Secretary visited Westminster Synagogue to mark Passover.
Link: Press release: Jeremy Hunt celebrates Passover at Westminster Synagogue
Source: Gov Press Releases
Scottish Affairs Committee explore immigration proposals and workers schemes for agriculture post Brexit
Link: Committee examines impact of Brexit on agricultural workforce in Scotland
Source: Parliamentary News
Incredibly rare study by Dutch artist Lucas van Leyden is at risk of being sold abroad unless a UK buyer can be found
Link: Press release: £11 million drawing at risk of export
Source: Gov Press Releases
