Ministers rip up consultation culture

Ministers working closely with the new Cabinet Secretary order a clear up of Whitehall consultation culture to speed up decision making and deliver for the British people.




British shipbuilding, steel, AI and energy infrastructure to be prioritised for government contracts for national security

Shipbuilding, steel, AI and energy infrastructure will be recognised as critical for national security, with new guidance prioritising contracts for British business where necessary to protect our national security.




Faster care for patients, less admin for NHS staff and new AI skills for key industries as Barnsley Tech Town takes next big step

People and businesses in Barnsley will gain AI skills and benefit from shorter hospital waiting lists through new government pilots in the UK’s first Tech Town.




Shadow fleet set to be interdicted in UK waters in latest blow to Russia

British military will be able to board shadow fleet vessels transiting UK waters as the UK steps up its pressure on Putin.




Competition to launch national forest in Ox-Cam Growth Corridor

The government has launched a competition to help deliver a second new national forest, as search begins for a location for a third