The impact of the new variant is being felt across the country, with staff absence rates rising sharply both in care homes and among home care staff, due to testing positive or having to self-isolate. The funding announced today will protect and suppo… read more
New legal safeguards introduced for historic monuments at risk of removal All historic statues, plaques and other monuments will now require full planning permission to remove, ensuring due process and local consultation in every case The law will ma… read more
AI imaging database will improve diagnosis of patients presenting with COVID-19 symptoms Increased speed and accuracy in diagnosis can lead to early medical intervention and save lives NHSX, a unit tasked with driving the digital transformation of car… read more
Public urged to join the national effort by helping family and friends aged 80 and over to get their life-saving jabs Government calls on the public to commit to 3 pledges to support the roll out of COVID-19 vaccines Around 45% of people aged 80 and o… read more
Press release Minister for Africa James Duddridge has given a statement following the presidential elections in Uganda. Minister for Africa, James Duddridge, said: The UK Government welcomes the relatively calm passing of the elections in U… read more