United Kingdom
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Sir EdwardGHome appointed government chief whip following ScriptedZach resignation
Sir EdwardGHome, who previously held the title of Earl of Dorset, has been appointed as the government’s new chief whip following the resignation of ScriptedZach, Number 10 Westbridge has confirmed.
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UK unveils historic astronaut mission as preparations begin for CM-2 launch
The United Kingdom Space Agency has unveiled plans for what it says will be the first mission to send British astronauts into space, marking a major milestone in the country’s space programme within the international simulation.
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Government pledges biggest Treasury budget in British history
The Government has announced what it describes as the largest Treasury budget in British history, ahead of the full budget announcement scheduled for Saturday.
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“We’ll pursue peace, but never at the expense of British sovereignty”: PM addresses public following emergency sitting
Prime Minister Sir Callum Cathcart has issued a statement addressing recent media leaks surrounding the conflict between New Zealand and Antarctica, alongside the signing of the Treaty of Rothera.
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BREAKING: UK claims Antarctic territory after landmark defence deal
Britain says Antarctica has agreed to cede the British Antarctic Territory under a new mutual defence treaty, following weeks of diplomatic tension and leaked negotiations. Royal Navy vessels have since arrived in the region.
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BREAKING: UK official proposed Antarctic territorial deal, leaked messages suggest
The Marquess of Cholmondeley appears to have offered British diplomatic and military support in exchange for territorial concessions, as the International Court of Justice delivers its judgment in the New Zealand–Antarctica dispute.
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BREAKING: UK condemns Serbia’s declaration of war but rules conflict an ‘internal matter’ as Kyiv talks address global tensions
The Foreign Office’s Permanent Secretary has told BBC News that talks in Kyiv laid the groundwork for a possible agreement, while the British government issued a strong condemnation of Serbia’s declaration of war against Kosovo.
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British delegation arrives in Kyiv for landmark diplomatic talks with Ukraine
Senior British representatives have arrived in the Ukrainian capital for a meeting aimed at establishing formal diplomatic relations, despite the UK prime minister withdrawing from the visit.
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Senior UK diplomats to travel to Kyiv for historic talks as Prime Minister withdraws from visit
The British prime minister will no longer attend a planned visit to Ukraine, but senior UK representatives are expected in Kyiv for what Ukrainian officials describe as a historic first step in relations between the two countries.
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HappyHLRichmond appointed Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Downing Street announces
Prime Minister has appointed HappyHLRichmond as Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Number 10 Westbridge has confirmed.