MOD to develop cutting-edge laser and radio frequency weapons

The Ministry of Defence is developing cutting-edge laser and radio frequency weapons which have the potential to revolutionise the battlefield.



UN Human Rights Council 41: Sudan

The UK welcomed the progress made in agreeing a transition to civilian led government in Sudan, but stressed the need for accountability for the attacks on peaceful protestors.



Development of new antibiotics encouraged with new pharmaceutical payment system

The NHS will test the world’s first ‘subscription’ style payment model to incentivise pharmaceutical companies to develop new drugs for resistant infections.



British Embassy Bishkek announces call for bids: 2019-2020 projects

The British Embassy Bishkek now invites proposals for project initiatives in Kyrgyzstan in 2019/2020 financial year (April-March).



Government to launch new modern slavery research centre

The £10 million policy centre comes as the government responds to the Independent Review into the Modern Slavery Act.