Tag: UK Government
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UK Net Zero Insulation Failings: How a Botched Scheme Left Homes Damp and Damaged
Overview: A Scheme Gone Wrong The UK’s ambitious plan to improve home energy efficiency through a national insulation scheme has been marred by serious failings at every level, according to a senior government official and a recent National Audit Office (NAO) report. The revelation is stark: a program intended to hasten progress toward net zero…
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Botched insulation scheme blamed on failings at every level, says official
Overview: A damning verdict on a flagship scheme A UK government official has described the failed approach to a major net zero insulation program as the result of “serious failings at every level.” The admissions come after a National Audit Office (NAO) report revealed widespread damp problems in thousands of homes, raising questions about the…
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Ban ban? Advisers warned ministers that banning Palestine Action could backfire
Background: The government’s move against Palestine Action In a high-stakes clash between national security concerns and civil liberties, ministers moved to proscribe Palestine Action, a group known for its protests against Israel’s policy in Palestine. The decision came after months of debate within government circles and amid pressure from both security services and political allies…
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Government weighing reversal of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans ban at Aston Villa tie
Background to the ban West Midlands police designated the European fixture between Aston Villa and Maccabi Tel Aviv as high-risk, citing intelligence and past incidents as a basis for restricting travelling supporters. The decision drew swift political and public attention as it touched on questions of safety, discrimination, and how far authorities should go to…
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Universities Must Act on Antisemitism, Bridget Phillipson Says
UK Government Urges Action Against Campus Antisemitism The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has called on universities across the United Kingdom to act decisively to protect Jewish students from harassment and discrimination on campus. She warned of an unacceptable rise in antisemitism within higher education institutions and stressed that many Jewish students currently do not feel…
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Refugees to Face Longer Route to Settlement Rights in UK Policy Overhaul
Overview: A major shift in the UK’s asylum system The government has set out plans to change the path for refugees seeking permanent settlement in the UK. Under the proposed reforms, refugees would wait longer than the current five-year period before they can apply for indefinite leave to remain, or settlement. In a further change,…
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UK Government Underwrites £1.5bn JLR Loan to Protect Suppliers After Cyberattack
What the government decision means The UK government has agreed to underwrite a £1.5bn loan guarantee to Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) through the Export Development Guarantee (EDG) scheme. The move is aimed at stabilising the carmaker’s sprawling UK supply chain and protecting thousands of skilled jobs as the company continues to recover from a cyberattack…
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UK backs £1.5bn JLR loan after cyber attack to protect suppliers
What the deal means for Jaguar Land Rover and its suppliers The British government has agreed to underwrite a £1.5 billion loan guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) through the Export Development Guarantee (EDG) scheme. The move is designed to stabilise a fragile supply chain as the car maker continues to operate under the shadow…
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UK backs £1.5bn loan guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover to shield suppliers
UK government backs £1.5bn loan guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover The government has announced it will underwrite a £1.5 billion loan guarantee to Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as part of a strategy to protect jobs and stabilize the company’s sprawling UK supply chain during a prolonged cyberattack. The guarantee will be provided through the Export…
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Gatwick’s Second Runway Approved: Impact and Controversies
Gatwick Airport’s Second Runway: A Significant Development The UK government has officially approved the expansion of Gatwick Airport, granting the green light for a second runway. This development marks a pivotal moment for the airport, which is already the second busiest in the UK and holds the title of the busiest single-runway airport in all…