The UK has delivered 299,700 doses of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine to Egypt as part of its efforts to ensure the most vulnerable are vaccinated.
Link: UK donates COVID-19 vaccines to Egypt
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UK government launches plan for a world-leading hydrogen economy
First-ever vision to kick start world-leading hydrogen economy set to support over 9,000 UK jobs and unlock £4 billion investment by 2030.
Link: UK government launches plan for a world-leading hydrogen economy
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Competition winners to deliver UK’s first hydrogen transport trials in Tees Valley
New technology trials will lead to emergency services, supermarkets and delivery companies using cleaner, greener hydrogen-powered vehicles.
Link: Competition winners to deliver UK’s first hydrogen transport trials in Tees Valley
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Government to tighten rules to stop ‘greenwashing’ of electricity tariffs
How energy retailers market ‘green’ electricity tariffs to consumers will be reviewed, amid concerns that some are overstating how environmentally friendly their products are.
Link: Government to tighten rules to stop ‘greenwashing’ of electricity tariffs
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New programme to spark wave of growth in UK’s thriving cyber sector
Innovative cyber startups, small businesses and scaleups will benefit from a new scheme to help them launch and grow their businesses while spreading wealth and opportunity across the UK.
Link: New programme to spark wave of growth in UK’s thriving cyber sector
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Government scales up support to protect the world’s ocean with multimillion boost for marine recovery
Blue Planet Fund delivers £16.2m for five programmes to tackle climate change, restore ocean health and reduce poverty in developing countries.
Link: Government scales up support to protect the world’s ocean with multimillion boost for marine recovery
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UK signs partnership in Central America to boost trade
UK Export Finance has launched a new partnership with the Central American Bank for Economic Integration to support the development of projects in the region.
Link: UK signs partnership in Central America to boost trade
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Business Secretary calls on entrepreneurs to sign up for new course to hone their expertise
Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng promoted the government’s Help to Grow: Management scheme on a visit to Brunel University Business School.
Link: Business Secretary calls on entrepreneurs to sign up for new course to hone their expertise
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UK PACT backs low-carbon transition in Malaysia with £1.4 million in support
The UK PACT programme has announced that five innovative climate projects in Malaysia valued at £1.4 million are being funded through the Malaysia-UK PACT programme.
Link: UK PACT backs low-carbon transition in Malaysia with £1.4 million in support
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Local communities urged to help shape the natural world around them
Government launches consultation into a new nature mapping plan for local communities
Link: Local communities urged to help shape the natural world around them
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