Mr Bruce had pleaded guilty to these offences on an earlier occasion, and was referred to Worcester Crown Court for sentencing. Mr Bruce received an immediate custodial sentence of 26 months. No order for costs was made at this stage, … read more
The Tessa Jowell Brain Cancer Research Mission covers several of Baroness Jowell’s campaign requests, and will include a boosted research fund, an annual global symposium and new commitments to clinical excellence in her name. This follows a meeting Tessa Jowell … read more
A Downing Street spokesperson said: The Prime Minister held a telephone call with the Iranian President Hassan Rouhani this afternoon. The Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s position that we and our European partners remain firmly committed to ensuring the Iran … read more
The FCO has provided consular support to both British Nationals and their families throughout. The British Ambassador to DRC, John Murton said: « The UK would like to thank the DRC authorities and MONUSCO for their assistance in resolving this kidnapping. … read more
Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson, said: I am delighted to announce that two British nationals who were held hostage in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been released. I pay tribute to the DRC authorities and the Congolese Institute for Nature … read more