UK Space Agency funding for technologies to monitor the Earth
The £15 million UK Space Agency funding will support the research and experimental development of space-based instruments, aimed at supporting a range of environmental services, which could include meteorology, climate monitoring, environmental management, agriculture and urban planning, and improving scientific knowledge. The UK is already a world leader in Earth Observation (EO) tools, technologies, and […]
UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has today announced its intention to indefinitely extend the use of CE marking for businesses, applying to 18 regulations owned by DBT. This comes as part of a wider package of smarter regulations designed to ease business burdens and help grow the economy by cutting barriers and red […]
Boost for broadband and 5G coverage revolution rollout as government explores plan to open £160 million satellites fund
British innovators working to revolutionise 5G and broadband coverage for every corner of the UK could be in line to secure up to £160 million from a scheme to deliver the next generation of high-tech satellites. The Connectivity in Low Earth Orbit scheme (CLEO) would build on our country’s established and growing satellite industry by providing […]
Tax cut for 38,000 British pubs
The duty paid on drinks on tap in pubs will be up to 11p lower than at the supermarket. The changes are designed to help pubs compete on a level playing field with supermarkets, so they can continue to thrive at the heart of communities across the UK. The Brexit Pubs Guarantee announced in the […]
Game-changing fund opens in UK to boost science and tech research
Up to £50 million of government investment in new UK research ventures will encourage greater private and philanthropic backing for UK science, research and innovation under new plans unveiled. The new fund has been set up to pilot new ways of delivering research in the UK, allowing our brightest minds to take greater risks and […]
New Princes Circus space fully open
Camden Council has completed the transformation of Princes Circus – the final section of the West End Project to be opened to the public. The West End Project in facts and figures Reducing congestion across the area by introducing two-way roads Up to a 70% reduction in traffic on Tottenham Court Road during restricted hours. […]
Charity and community organisations helping vulnerable people set to benefit from £76 million government support
Charities and community organisations carrying out vital work to help vulnerable people are today invited to apply for a major government support package worth £76 million. The fund will support frontline charities and community organisations struggling to meet increased demand for their critical services, such as the provision of food, emergency provisions, shelter, safe spaces, […]
Thousands to be trained to boost energy efficiency in homes across the country
Thousands of people will be equipped with the right skills to make homes more energy efficient, thanks to new government funding which will see training courses rolled out across the country. Training providers, such as colleges and accreditation providers, will be able to bid for a share of £8.85 million to help up to 8,000 […]
Funding boost for specialist victim support services
Up to £8.3 million will be provided to organisations across England and Wales to fund frontline and specialist support projects for victims and survivors over two years, including counselling, training and community outreach. This is part of the government’s commitment to quadruple funding for victim support services by 2025 compared to 2010. A £1.2 million […]
Innovation at heart of plans to strengthen retail energy market
Households across Great Britain will have better access to energy deals and more control over their energy use as part of government plans to boost competition and innovation in the energy market. Energy Consumers and Affordability Minister Amanda Solloway outlined plans to ensure consumers have a much wider range of using energy – whether that’s […]
