The fourth round of Free Trade Agreement negotiations with New Zealand took place virtually between 12-27 April 2021.
Link: Negotiations on the UK’s Future Trading Relationship with New Zealand: Update
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PM: Our laws will make UK “stronger, fairer, safer and greener”
Laws to protect our NHS, drive jobs and investment, and regain control over our trade and borders have been delivered by Government in a period which saw the UK become an independent nation outside the EU and face a global p…
Link: PM: Our laws will make UK “stronger, fairer, safer and greener”
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Historic Trade Act becomes law
The Trade Act has today been granted Royal Assent and officially become law.
Link: Historic Trade Act becomes law
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Transforming the UK into a life sciences superpower
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Matt Hancock spoke at the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) annual conference.
Link: Transforming the UK into a life sciences superpower
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UK secures extra 60 million Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines
The doses will be used alongside other vaccines to support preparations for a booster programme from the autumn.
Link: UK secures extra 60 million Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines
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G7 tech leaders agree bold new proposals to boost online safety worldwide
An ambitious vision to put technology at the heart of global efforts to build back better from the pandemic has been signed by the world’s leading democracies.
Link: G7 tech leaders agree bold new proposals to boost online safety worldwide
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Government paves the way for self-driving vehicles on UK roads
Automated Lane Keeping System technology outcome means self-driving vehicles could be used on British roads.
Link: Government paves the way for self-driving vehicles on UK roads
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New expert council formed to maximise UK investment offer
Investment Council will advise Government’s ambitious inward investment strategy
Link: New expert council formed to maximise UK investment offer
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£1.8 billion to keep schools in top condition
Funding rises by over 20% to £1.8 billion this year, so that schools can keep on top of their maintenance and repair
Link: £1.8 billion to keep schools in top condition
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Joint Statement on UK Indonesia Joint Trade Review
Joint statement by the UK and the Republic of Indonesia following the conclusion of a Joint Trade Review.
Link: Joint Statement on UK Indonesia Joint Trade Review
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