Day: July 30, 2019

Readout of meeting between International Trade Secretary Liz Truss’ meeting with American Ambassador to the United Kingdom Woody Johnson

Link: International Trade Secretary Liz Truss meets with US Ambassador
Source: Gov Press Releases

Michael Ellis QC MP appointed as Solicitor General for England and Wales.

Link: New Solicitor General sworn in
Source: Gov Press Releases

Full text of the speech given by Robert Buckland QC at his Lord Chancellor swearing-in ceremony in July 2019.

Link: Lord Chancellor Swearing-in Speech: Robert Buckland QC
Source: Gov Press Releases

DVLA has today released a list of some of the unusual questions customers have asked whilst trying to find out if their car is taxed.

Link: Ask a silly question…
Source: Gov Press Releases

The British High Commissioner to Singapore, HE Kara Owen gave a speech on the UK’s strong track record in Climate Action at the 3rd annual Partners for the Environment Forum 2019 on 17 July 2019

Link: UK Committed to Climate Action
Source: Gov Press Releases

Two directors from the North-west banned for 16 years after lack of oversight led to a £7.6 million shortfall in monies being held for insolvent estates.

Link: Debt bosses’ failings lead to £7.6 million shortfall in funds
Source: Gov Press Releases

Director DIT for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Noel McEvoy, argues in the Swiss Export Journal that the UK offers unique opportunities for export and investment for Swiss businesses.

Link: Trade Continuity and Future Ambition – The UK After Brexit
Source: Gov Press Releases

Interested students are invited to begin application process when the application cycle opens in August and make sure to submit it before deadline.

Link: Cameroon: Applications for the UK government’s prestigious Chevening Scholarships open 5 August 2019
Source: Gov Press Releases