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FCDO statement on DPRK ballistic missile launches: 22 October

The FCDO has released a statement following ballistic missile launches by the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 22 October.

Deliberately targeting humanitarian workers and assets is a gross violation of IHL: UK statement to the OSCE

Politico-Military Counsellor Ankur Narayan condemns attack on UN humanitarian convoy in Ukraine, which the UN has attributed to Russia, and

The UK reaffirms its commitment to supporting Syria at this pivotal moment in its political transition: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria.

PM meeting with Chancellor Merz of Germany: 22 October

The Prime Minister spoke to the Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz today at the Western Balkans Leaders’ Summit.

Joint statement on Ukraine: 21 October 2025

Statement by President Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Starmer, Chancellor Merz, President Macron, Prime Minister Meloni, Prime Minister Tusk,&nbs

Muriel Gray reappointed as BBC Board Member

Following Privy Council approval, Muriel Gray has been reappointed for a 4-year term from 3 January 2026.

SEND reform: Education Secretary writes to the Education Select Committee

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson writes to the Education Select Committee following their report on the special educational needs and

Seven-year bans for sisters who enabled insolvency avoidance scheme and put creditors at risk of financial loss

Key figures in scheme to undermine insolvency system banned as directors

DfE Update: 22 October 2025

Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local auth

Plans for Heathrow expansion accelerate as Transport Secretary unveils next steps

Enabling Heathrow expansion will drive economic growth and create jobs across the country.