The UK and Korea sign a continuity Free Trade Agreement.
Link: UK and Korea to sign trade continuity deal to ensure businesses are ready to trade post-Brexit
Source: Gov Press Releases
Transitioning security responsibilities and preparing for equal elections in Somalia
Statement by Stephen Hickey, UK Political Coordinator at the UN, at the Security Council briefing on Somalia
Link: Transitioning security responsibilities and preparing for equal elections in Somalia
Source: Gov Press Releases
UK-China trade relations championed by investment minister visit
Minister for Investment travels to China today on a 10-day visit to the region to boost bilateral trade
Link: UK-China trade relations championed by investment minister visit
Source: Gov Press Releases
North Yorkshire farmer admits Wildlife & Countryside offences on Site of Special Scientific Interest
Natural England has taken action to prosecute a farmer in North Yorkshire for damaging a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Link: North Yorkshire farmer admits Wildlife & Countryside offences on Site of Special Scientific Interest
Source: Gov Press Releases
£1 million project to reduce flood risk in Earby is complete
A culvert in a Lancashire town has been repaired to protect homes and businesses from flooding.
Link: £1 million project to reduce flood risk in Earby is complete
Source: Environment Agency
Change of British High Commissioner to Pakistan: Dr Christian Turner CMG
Dr Christian Turner CMG has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in succession to Mr Thomas Drew CMG
Link: Change of British High Commissioner to Pakistan: Dr Christian Turner CMG
Source: Gov Press Releases
Chesterfield man nets £431 penalty for fishing without a licence
A 22-year-old man from Chesterfield has been successfully prosecuted by the Environment Agency after being found guilty of fishing without a licence.
Link: Chesterfield man nets £431 penalty for fishing without a licence
Source: Environment Agency
Regulations on the import of forestry machinery
From 1st September 2019, machinery or vehicles that have been used for agricultural or forestry purposes will be subject to plant health regulations when imported from any third country.
Link: Regulations on the import of forestry machinery
Source: Gov Press Releases
Signs of improvement at Feltham as population is reduced by over a third
The Ministry of Justice announces plans to address the serious issues identified at HMYOI Feltham A, including extra staff training and limiting the population.
Link: Signs of improvement at Feltham as population is reduced by over a third
Source: Gov Press Releases
Letters on no deal Brexit advice for businesses trading with the EU
HMRC letters to VAT-registered businesses trading with the EU explaining how to prepare for changes to customs, excise and VAT if the UK leaves the EU without a deal.
Link: Letters on no deal Brexit advice for businesses trading with the EU
Source: Gov Press Releases