Flood warnings increase as Storm Christoph brings more rain

The Environment Agency is urging people to sign up to flood warnings and to check the latest safety advice as more heavy rain is forecast in parts of England.



£12M UK-Japan robotics deal for fusion energy and nuclear decommissioning research

UK-Japan relationship in nuclear science boosted by robotics and automation



Up-rating report 2021 – focus on the National Insurance Fund

The Government Actuary has published the Up-rating Report 2021 on the National Insurance Fund. It will be considered by MPs as they scrutinise draft government legislation.



100th Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project decision reached

Today, 19 January 2021, sees the 100th Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project decided after examination by the Planning Inspectorate since the introduction of the Planning Act 2008.



A1 Birtley to Coal House Improvement Scheme granted development consent

Today, Tuesday 19 January 2021, the application for the A1 Birtley to Coal House Improvement Scheme has been given development consent by the Secretary of State for Transport.