Travel Advisories
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Home building stats show continued increase in starts and completions despite pandemic
Statistics show the number of completed homes almost hit 50,000 in the last quarter – the highest number in over 20 years. Read the original advice at Foreign Travel Advice…
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440,000 tax credits customers still to renew claims
Tax credits customers have until 31 July to renew their claims. The quickest way to renew is via GOV.UK. Read the original advice at Foreign Travel Advice (UK)
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Legal lifeline for people in need
People who have fallen on hard times during the pandemic will be helped by extra funding for free legal advice, the government has announced. Read the original advice at Foreign…
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Warning – Hajj in Saudi Arabia
CDC recommends that Americans already in Saudi Arabia not make the pilgrimage. Mass gatherings, such as Hajj, can increase the risk of getting and spreading COVID-19 because it can be…
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Sharp Declines in Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
CDC works 24/7 saving lives, protecting people from health threats, and saving money to have a more secure nation. A US federal agency, CDC helps make the healthy choice the…
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Simone Lowe-Thomas appointed as Chair of the Welsh Funding Committee for the National Lottery Community Fund
The Secretary of State has appointed Simone Lowe-Thomas as Chair of the Wales Funding Committee for the National Lottery Community Fund for a term of four years from 1 July…
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More unsafe magnetic products removed from sale following OPSS action
As a result of an OPSS Safety Alert and engagement with businesses, a further four magnetic products have now been withdrawn or recalled. Read the original advice at Foreign Travel…
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SLC invites part-time and postgraduate students to apply for student finance
The Student Loans Company (SLC) is asking part-time and postgraduate students in England to apply now for student finance. Read the original advice at Foreign Travel Advice (UK)
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Data revolution set to improve rail travel for passengers
Funding announced to create the Rail Data Marketplace, providing the framework and tools to open up rail data through a new single-access platform. Read the original advice at Foreign Travel…
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UN Human Rights Council 47: Panel discussion on the adverse impact of climate change
This statement was delivered during the panel discussion on the adverse impacts of climate change on the effective enjoyment of the rights of older persons and the promotion and protection…