Mineral vs chemical sunscreens? Science shows the difference is smaller than you think
“Mineral-only” sunscreens are making huge inroads into the sunscreen market, driven by fears of “chemicals”,…
Second implementation dialogue on International Partnerships
In line with the Communication for a Simpler and Faster Europe, which aims to streamline…
Albania Independence Day – United States Department of State
On behalf of the United States of America, I want to congratulate the people of…
What five years of evidence on hybrid working tells us about the future of employment
The COVID pandemic accelerated remote and hybrid working practices across the world. It also provided…
UK’s overseas wildlife hotspots to benefit under new strategy
UK’s Overseas Territories are home to 94% of the UK’s unique species and a quarter…
8 ways to drink less during the silly season
“We must have a drink before the end of the year!” December is a perfect…
New local plan system launching early 2026: latest update
On 27 November 2025, the Minister for Housing and Planning, Matthew Pennycook, announced further details…
Sussan Ley on Barnaby’s defection and how the environment law deal ‘fell apart’
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has had a rugged start as leader. With Liberal rivals Angus…
Foundations for the Future: Purpose, Patience and Possibility
Thank you for inviting me to close this conference. You’ve heard from a fantastic array…
Māori face harsher sentences than NZ Europeans for similar drink-driving offences – with lasting consequences
People of Māori descent account for just a fifth of Aotearoa’s population, but are overrepresented…