Foreign Secretary statement on Afghanistan response

The Foreign Secretary has updated Parliament on the UK’s international response to the situation in Afghanistan.



Small Fishing Vessel Code enters into force

The Maritime & Coastguard Agency Code of Practice for Small Fishing Vessels now includes a requirement for fishing boats to be inspected both in and out of the water every five years.



Government to clamp down on dangerous use of jet skis with new legislation

Consultation launched to strengthen the enforcement of safety laws for recreational and personal watercraft.



Targeted support for vulnerable young people in serious violence hotspots

Young people at risk of exploitation to be supported through ‘taskforces’ in 21 new areas



Nitrous Oxide: Home Secretary’s letter to the ACMD

Letter to the chair of the ACMD asking the council to conduct an updated assessment of the health and social harms of nitrous oxide.