Category: Gov Press Releases

The UK delivers statement on El Salvador at the 34th UPR, welcoming efforts made to tackle corruption and violence, however offers a series of recommendations to improve on.

Link: 34th Universal Periodic Review: UK statement on El Salvador
Source: Gov Press Releases

The Secretary of State has appointed John Procter as Chair of the Royal Armouries for four years from 2 November 2019 to 1 November 2023.

Link: John Procter appointed as Chair of the Royal Armouries
Source: Gov Press Releases

This eAlert contains reassurances to landowners to plant trees now rather than waiting for a new scheme, and information on the Woodland Carbon Guarantee.

Link: eAlert: 4 November 2019 – Woodland Carbon Guarantee launches and reassurance given for planting trees now
Source: Gov Press Releases

The UK threat level from terrorism has today been reduced to Substantial – meaning an attack is likely.

Link: Terrorism threat level lowered to Substantial
Source: Gov Press Releases

Lord Ahmad’s statement on the postponement and the government’s commitment to ensure survivors are central to the response to conflict-related sexual violence.

Link: Time for Justice: Putting Survivors First conference postponed
Source: Gov Press Releases

Michelle Donelan writes to children’s services directors about extending the current special educational needs and disability (SEND) tribunal trial.

Link: SEND tribunal trial: letter to children’s services directors
Source: Gov Press Releases

Start using the new @vmd.gov.uk email address now.

Link: VMD email address: the old gsi address will not work from 1 April 2020
Source: Gov Press Releases

HMA Kate Smith CMG met with UK nationals, local authorities and businesses in Thessali and the Peloponnese.

Link: HMA Kate Smith’s outreach engagement continues
Source: Gov Press Releases