I thank ASG Jenča, National Security Advisor Juma and Dr Pape for their briefings. I took note of the statement made by Mr Cohen. The United Kingdom welcomes the strong regional participation of the representatives of Haiti, and many other countries from the region in this meeting. We are extremely concerned by the security situation in Haiti. Armed gangs have increased abhorrent and indiscriminate attacks against the civilian population. The targeting of commercial airliners has added a dangerous new dynamic. As Dr Pape’s testimony demonstrates no one is spared, not even health workers or children, from the horrors of gang…
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New legislation has been laid to disregard certain compensation payments from the financial eligibility tests for civil and criminal legal aid. The legislation comes into force on Wednesday 20 November 2024 and affects applications for legal aid made on or after this date. Some individuals already in receipt of legal aid (and paying legal aid contributions) may be eligible for a reassessment of their means if they have received one of the disregarded payments. The following payments are mandatory disregards for both civil and criminal legal aid: Modern Slavery Victim Care Contract (MSVCC) payments Miscarriage of justice compensation payments made…
I will make three points. First, the UK welcomes the progress made against the Roadmap as well as the Office of the Prosecutor’s clear plan to ensure that it remains on track to complete investigative activities by the end of 2025. As part of this, the unsealing of six arrest warrants in October is an important milestone. It is both a promising indicator of progress and a key step in providing justice for the victims of alleged war crimes in Tarhunah. The UK will continue to follow the plans for further arrest warrants applications with interest. Second, the UK welcomes…
New measures will bolster protections for elderly and disabled people relying on lifesaving alarms to call for help, benefitting nearly two million Brits. Comes as Government Minister calls on telecoms companies to complete strict checklist before transitioning customers from analogue to digital landlines, with support from central government, telecare service providers and local authorities. New safeguards include engineers testing safety of lifesaving alarms after a vulnerable customer’s line has been upgraded. The country’s most vulnerable, including elderly people relying on personal alarms to call for help, will be better protected during the switch from analogue to digital landlines, thanks to…
The government will today embark on major reform to end years of neglect of the children’s social care support system – breaking the cycle of late intervention and helping keep families together wherever possible so every child has the opportunity to thrive. A wide range of new reform measures will be set out in Parliament to deliver better outcomes and a more secure life for children across the country. The government will empower social workers, and all those that work with children, to take action against children’s placements providers that deliver subpar standards of care at sky-high costs to councils…
Armed Forces families deployed overseas will save thousands of pounds a year in childcare costs as the government increases support for service personnel, building on its commitment to renew the nation’s contract with those who serve. The announcement forms part of a drive to boost military morale from Ministers, ahead of the first Parliamentary debate on the government’s landmark Armed Forces Commissioner Bill on Monday (18 November). Defence Secretary John Healey MP is extending a scheme which helps service families in the UK pay for wraparound childcare, to those based abroad. Hundreds of families will be able to claim up…
UK announces a major aid increase of £113 million for people in Sudan and those who have fled to neighbouring countries Foreign Secretary will call for the Adre border crossing to remain open indefinitely and for immediate action to end the violence Draft UN Security Council resolution introduced to push for the protection of civilians and an unrestricted passage of aid. Today [Sunday 17 November] the UK has announced an aid package which will support more than one million people affected by the devastating war in Sudan, providing vital aid for those in need. The new £113 million aid package,…
The one-day visit will include key meetings with the Chief Adviser and Foreign Affairs Adviser, as well as political and business leaders and civil society. Rohingya refugees and the communities which host them in Bangladesh will receive essential assistance and services through new UK funding. Bangladeshis affected by natural disasters this year will also receive UK funded assistance. The UK shows support for Bangladesh today (16 November) as Indo-Pacific Minister Catherine West meets counterparts in the Interim Government for the first time. Since the establishment of the Interim Government in August 2024, the UK has been clear in its support…
U.K. Statement as delivered by Ambassador Corinne Kitsell Thank you, Vanessa. Distinguished colleagues, We welcome your attendance at this side event of the second PrepCom of the 11th NPT Review Conference. The NPT is a cornerstone of the international peace and security system, of crucial importance to all States, and the AUKUS partners are fully committed to the full implementation of the NPT, in all its aspects. On 13 March last year, the leaders of Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States announced the optimal pathway for Australia to acquire a conventionally-armed, nuclearpowered submarine capability. At the highest political…
Thousands of highly skilled jobs will be supported across the UK as the Prime Minister throws his support behind the aerospace industry – with £975 million over the next 5 years for this key growth sector. In a boost for aerospace centres in places like Broughton, Filton and Derby, the Government has extended the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Programme. The extension will speed up innovation, create job opportunities and support an industry that is a source of pride for communities across Britain. The Prime Minister will today (Friday 15 November) make his first visit to Wales since the Budget, which…