New figures showcase the health and economic benefits of walking on England’s coastal paths
Link: Nearly 30 million walks demonstrates huge popularity of England’s coastal paths.
Source: Gov Press Releases
Low-emission cars to help make UK diplomats “the greenest in the world”
The FCO is to replace diplomats’ cars with all-electric or hybrid models as part of a wider FCO effort to reduce carbon footprint.
Link: Low-emission cars to help make UK diplomats “the greenest in the world”
Source: Gov Press Releases
Big Ben and New Year’s Eve 2019
To mark the start of 2020, Big Ben will strike on New Year’s Eve
Link: Big Ben and New Year’s Eve 2019
Source: Parliamentary News
2020 financial levels confirmed for commercial vehicle operators
Reviewed criteria applies to existing haulage, bus and coach operators and new applicants.
Link: 2020 financial levels confirmed for commercial vehicle operators
Source: Gov Press Releases
PM call with President Erdogan: 24 December 2019
Prime Minister Boris Johnson spoke to President Erdogan of Turkey.
Link: PM call with President Erdogan: 24 December 2019
Source: Gov Press Releases
River Great Ouse gets Christmas present with fish restocking
Environment Agency officers delivered a Christmas stocking with a difference as they released more than 13,000 fish into the River Great Ouse.
Link: River Great Ouse gets Christmas present with fish restocking
Source: Environment Agency
The Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919
100 years ago the Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act was given royal assent
Link: The Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919
Source: Gov Press Releases
Ministry of Defence donates 14000 meals to UK charities
The donation to FareShare is part of the MOD’s commitment to reducing waste as well as supporting community groups across the country
Link: Ministry of Defence donates 14000 meals to UK charities
Source: Gov Press Releases
Father and son cleaning company bosses disqualified for 18 years
East Yorkshire father and son team have been disqualified as directors after their company went into administration owing creditors over £300,000.
Link: Father and son cleaning company bosses disqualified for 18 years
Source: Gov Press Releases
Read your child a book this Christmas, says Children’s Minister
Children's Minister Michelle Donelan has called on families to give children the gift of reading this Christmas
Link: Read your child a book this Christmas, says Children’s Minister
Source: Gov Press Releases