The UK-Rwanda Treaty has been ratified as the Safety of Rwanda Act receives Royal Assent, marking the end of a crucial week in Parliament and getting flights to Rwanda one step closer. The internationally binding Treaty between the UK and Rwanda addresses the Supreme Court’s findings on the partnership last year, introducing measures that make...
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UK targets Iran’s ability to launch drones through new round of sanctions
UK joins the US and Canada in announcing latest sanctions against Iran, following the regime’s attack on Israel on 13 April. The designations target individuals and companies involved in Iranian drone industry, following last week’s military sanctions. UK also announces plans for further trade sanctions against Iran, targeting additional specific components used in drone and...
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The England and Scotland border ‘badlands’ where tragic history and epic scenery converge
In the 18th century the closest Scottish customs house was in Dunbar 20 miles north. I naively conjure up scenes of savvy smugglers sneaking around the tight wynds of Eyemouth’s old town while Keystone Cops excisemen give comical chase. The reality was darker, as Janes reveals: “They would have used force if they had to....
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N.B. tourism minister defends pricey trip to United Kingdom, France | CBC News
New Brunswick’s tourism minister is defending a trip she and her top officials took to the United Kingdom and France that helped her deputy minister rack up a $77,000 travel bill last year. Tammy Scott-Wallace said the trip last September included meetings with a number of tour operators and public relations firms in London and...
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The 20 most beautiful seaside villages in Britain
There’s just something about the British seaside – we do really love to be beside it. Even in an era of cheap and easy flights to hot and sandy places, the idea of hanging out on the UK coast still manages to exert a strong pull. Specifically, in its little villages. Spots that don’t have...
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This major UK city could trial free public transport
Glaswegians — we don’t want to get your hopes up, but your city could be on its way towards offering totally free public transport. Glasgow City Council has officially been given support to develop a pilot that will give locals access to buses and the subway on the house. It hopes that providing free transport would...
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PM announces ‘turning point’ in European security as UK set to increase defence spending to 2.5% by 2030
On a visit to Poland, the Prime Minister launches plan to steadily increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade – reaching £87 billion a year in 2030. Rishi Sunak announces ‘biggest strengthening of our national defence in a generation’ to meet the challenge of an increasingly dangerous world. Defence...
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The Midlands town likened to Switzerland
I was struggling to see it. Maybe if I squinted? There was certainly an arresting glory about Thorpe Cloud that belied the knoll’s modest 287m (942ft). But did it, and the surrounding landscape, really look like Switzerland? “Maybe to someone who’s only seen photos…?” offered walking guide Austin Knott. “It does look like a beheaded...
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5 things to know about the U.K. travel market in 2024 and beyond
In 2023, the travel market in the United Kingdom experienced significant growth, with gross bookings increasing 19%, driven by robust expansion in online bookings, mobile transactions and key sectors like airlines and car rentals. According to Phocuswright’s research report U.K. Travel Market Report 2023-2027, online bookings continued their surge, highlighting the further shift toward digital...
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Former Cyprus Airways CEO joins UK travel-tech firm | Cyprus Mail
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PM to announce largest-ever military aid package to Ukraine on visit to Poland
PM to travel to Poland and Germany to cement security, trade and diplomatic ties with key European allies He is expected to announce a £500 million boost for Ukraine and largest-ever provision of vital munitions, including some 400 vehicles, 1,600 munitions and 4 million rounds of ammunition PM to discuss the threat from Russia and...
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EU proposes removal of post-Brexit travel barriers for young people
The agreement would make it easier for under-30s to live, work and travel between the EU and the UK. ADVERTISEMENT The European Commission proposed on Thursday to start negotiations with the United Kingdom to allow young people to move freely, work and study in both regions after Brexit. According to the EU, the withdrawal of...