UK leads global action to tackle sexual violence in conflict
- The Foreign Secretary will announce new support to prevent sexual violence in conflict today (November 28) as he hosts an international conference in London.
- James Cleverly will also launch a new three-year strategy putting survivors at the centre of tackling this abhorrent crime around the world.
- Attendees will include Nadia Murad, a...Read More »
Energy storage backed with over £32 million government funding
- £32.9 million government funding awarded to projects across the UK to develop new energy storage technologies, such as thermal batteries and liquid flow batteries
- energy storage will be crucial as the UK scales up secure, clean and affordable renewable energy, with cutting-edge projects led by innovators across the UK
- developing energy...Read More »
Millions invested to support vulnerable people navigating legal issues
- £12 million to help vulnerable people struggling with legal problems
- focus on early intervention to resolve issues before going to court
- 33,000 supported since October 2020
The funding will be awarded to charities and organisations providing support for people facing disputes – helping them to better understand their issues and avoid costly...Read More »
A Night of Rhapsody with HSBC, British Embassy, British Council
British-rooted international bank HSBC Philippines together with British Embassy Manila and British Council Philippines brought guests to the final weekend performance of the hit musical “We Will Rock You” at the new state of the art Samsung Performing Arts Theater in the Philippines.
“At HSBC, we value the importance of partnerships...Read More »
Co-chair appointed to BSL Board advising Government on key issues for Deaf people
- Minister for Disabled People, Tom Pursglove, announces the appointment of Craig Crowley MBE FRSA as co-chair of the BSL Advisory Board
- Mr Crowley is the CEO of Action Deafness, a Deaf-led charity providing BSL interpreting and community support
- Board’s launch follows BSL Act recognising BSL as a language in England, Scotland and...Read More »