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Minister’s statement on Latin American Heritage Month
CANADA, July 1 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Latin American Heritage Month: “Each July, British Columbia marks Latin American Heritage Month – a time to honour the cultures, histories and...

Minister’s statement on Taiwanese Heritage Month
CANADA, July 1 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Taiwanese Heritage Month: “We are proud to proclaim – for the first time in our province’s history – July as Taiwanese Heritage Month in British...

Minister’s statement on Latin American Heritage Month
CANADA, July 1 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Latin American Heritage Month: “Each July, British Columbia marks Latin American Heritage Month – a time to honour the cultures, histories and...

Minister’s statement on Taiwanese Heritage Month
CANADA, July 1 - Niki Sharma, Attorney General, has released the following statement in celebration of Taiwanese Heritage Month: “We are proud to proclaim – for the first time in our province’s history – July as Taiwanese Heritage Month in British...

UK Property: An Exceptional Entry Point for Private Capital — Oakmere Property Partners Harnesses Market Dynamics for High-Calibre Investors
LONDON, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a world of financial unpredictability, Oakmere Property Partners has emerged as a highly disciplined and strategically positioned developer, delivering structured access to one of the most stable and...

Turkish Foreign Minister Calls for Expanded Trade Ties with UK
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed strong approval of his country’s growing partnership with the United Kingdom on Monday, calling for an even deeper expansion of their trade relations. Speaking at a press conference alongside...

Turkish FM praises UK collaboration during joint press release
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan commended the strong collaboration between Türkiye and Britain during a joint press event with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy in Ankara. He emphasized the robust cooperation in areas such as...

Cultural Figures Urge UK to Halt Ban on Palestine Action
(MENAFN) A collective of more than 400 cultural personalities appealed to the British government on Monday to reconsider its plan to outlaw the Palestine Action group and to "stop arming Israel." This plea was made through an open letter endorsed...

British foreign security acknowledges Turkey’s role in pushing regional stability
(MENAFN) British Foreign Secretary David Lammy acknowledged Türkiye's significant role in promoting regional stability and pushing for peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict during a visit to Ankara on Monday. He emphasized Türkiye’s proactive...

UK Police Initiate Criminal Investigation into ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant
(MENAFN) British authorities announced on Monday that a criminal investigation has been initiated into Bob Vylan’s performance at the Glastonbury Festival over controversial chants made by the band’s frontman. The investigation follows a review of...

UK Police Opens Probe into Glastonbury Performance
(MENAFN) British law enforcement authorities announced on Monday that they have commenced a formal criminal investigation into the rap-punk group Bob Vylan, following their contentious appearance at the Glastonbury Music Festival over the weekend....

NUJ Disabled Members’ Council calls on journalists to scrutinise UK government claims as welfare reform bill is rushed through parliament
The DMC has compiled advice and resources to support journalists to understand and scrutinise the impact of the proposals in a fast-moving political discussion. The UK government is progressing proposals for welfare reform with some speed. The...

Artists Call on UK Government to Reconsider Ban on Palestine Action
(MENAFN) In an urgent appeal on Monday, more than 400 cultural figures, including renowned musicians and artists, called on the British government to reconsider its plan to outlaw Palestine Action and halt its support for Israel. The group’s open...

Cultural figures call on UK government not to ban Palestine Action
(MENAFN) Over 400 figures from the UK’s cultural scene have publicly urged the government to reverse its plan to outlaw the activist group Palestine Action and to cease military support to Israel. Their appeal was made through an open letter...

FCA Approves Asset Reality to Offer Crypto Custody Services in the UK
LONDON, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asset Reality, the first end-to-end asset recovery operating system, is now registered as a VASP with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Asset Reality, the world’s first seized asset platform provides...

UK Lawmakers Urge Visa Initiative for Palestinians with British Relatives
(MENAFN) A significant group of British legislators urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday to swiftly implement a visa program enabling Palestinians in Gaza with relatives in the UK to find shelter in Britain. The appeal, made by a diverse...

British F-35 jet taken down in southern India
(MENAFN) A British F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet has been grounded at Thiruvananthapuram Airport in southern India following an emergency landing on Saturday. The aircraft, which is part of the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group,...

UK Lawmakers Urge PM to Establish Gaza Family Visa Program
(MENAFN) A coalition of 67 British lawmakers is calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to urgently establish a visa program for Palestinians in Gaza who have relatives in the UK. These MPs and members of the House of Lords are urging the...

UK law enforcement investigates ‘death to IDF’ chants at Glastonbury concert
(MENAFN) Police in the UK have launched an investigation following controversial anti-Israel chants during a performance at the Glastonbury music festival. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from the Israeli Embassy and UK government...

U.S.-UK Tariff Deal Kicks Off, Reduces Car Tariffs
(MENAFN) A new agreement between the US and the UK, aimed at slashing tariffs on key imports and exports, has officially taken effect, granting British car manufacturers enhanced access to the US market, the world’s largest consumer base. The deal...