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BAE Systems teams with AMS to reinforce support of artillery systems in Ukraine

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Monday, December 18, 2023

LONDON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems and AMS Integrated Solutions Ltd have committed to working together to offer support for artillery systems being used in Ukraine and produced by BAE Systems.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems and AMS Integrated Solutions Ltd have committed to working together to offer support for artillery systems being used in Ukraine and produced by BAE Systems.
  • Under the agreement, BAE Systems and AMS will offer repair and support services for artillery systems donated by the UK.
  • Under the agreement, the BAE Systems and AMS team will offer repair and support services for artillery systems donated by the UK Government.
  • Both BAE Systems and AMS have significant proven expertise in the support of medium and large caliber weapon systems.

H2 Energy Europe plans to develop the first large-scale green hydrogen production facility in South Wales

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

ZURICH, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- H2 Energy Europe, a developer of large-scale green hydrogen eco-systems, announces the award of government funding for its 20MW electrolytic hydrogen production facility at the port of Milford Haven, the first of its kind in South Wales.

Key Points: 
  • ZURICH, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- H2 Energy Europe, a developer of large-scale green hydrogen eco-systems, announces the award of government funding for its 20MW electrolytic hydrogen production facility at the port of Milford Haven, the first of its kind in South Wales.
  • H2 Energy Europe's project has been chosen for financial Hydrogen support as part of the UK government's Hydrogen Business Model and Net Zero Hydrogen Fund.
  • When in operation, the facility will enable industrial users to transition to using green hydrogen produced from domestic renewable energy sources.
  • Julien Rolland, CEO of H2 Energy Europe said: "We are very grateful for the support that the UK Government has announced for our 20MW electrolytic hydrogen production facility.

Global Disaster Preparedness System Industry Report 2023-2030: Going High-Tech - AI, IoT, and Cloud Computing Transforming Disaster Preparedness Efforts

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Disaster preparedness encompasses the measures undertaken to minimize the damages caused by such events, whether natural or manmade.

Key Points: 
  • Disaster preparedness encompasses the measures undertaken to minimize the damages caused by such events, whether natural or manmade.
  • Several nations are actively pursuing technological advancements in their disaster preparedness systems.
  • These technologies enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of disaster preparedness systems by enabling real-time monitoring, data analysis, and predictive modeling.
  • Moreover, there is an increasing recognition of the importance of community engagement and participation in disaster preparedness.

The NDC Partnership and United Kingdom Launch Centre to Catalyze Climate Finance

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NDC Partnership and the Government of the United Kingdom launched a centre to catalyze systemic change to unlock climate finance at COP28 today, aiming to generate and streamline solutions for climate vulnerable countries and enable sustainable development.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NDC Partnership and the Government of the United Kingdom launched a centre to catalyze systemic change to unlock climate finance at COP28 today, aiming to generate and streamline solutions for climate vulnerable countries and enable sustainable development.
  • The centre is being financed by the UK Government and created as part of the collaborative work of the Taskforce on Access to Climate Finance .
  • Andrew Mitchell, International Development Minister of the United Kingdom, said: "It is critical that climate finance is accessible to developing countries, which often face the greatest risks from climate change.
  • The UK is proud to launch a new centre, hosted by the NDC Partnership, to support this goal.

The NDC Partnership and United Kingdom Launch Centre to Catalyze Climate Finance

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NDC Partnership and the Government of the United Kingdom launched a centre to catalyze systemic change to unlock climate finance at COP28 today, aiming to generate and streamline solutions for climate vulnerable countries and enable sustainable development.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NDC Partnership and the Government of the United Kingdom launched a centre to catalyze systemic change to unlock climate finance at COP28 today, aiming to generate and streamline solutions for climate vulnerable countries and enable sustainable development.
  • The centre is being financed by the UK Government and created as part of the collaborative work of the Taskforce on Access to Climate Finance .
  • Andrew Mitchell, International Development Minister of the United Kingdom, said: "It is critical that climate finance is accessible to developing countries, which often face the greatest risks from climate change.
  • The UK is proud to launch a new centre, hosted by the NDC Partnership, to support this goal.

UK Government awards Clean Food Group funding for £1 million project to accelerate novel low-emission food production systems

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Clean Food Group is supporting the UK's broader mission to lead the global drive for innovative bio-tech solutions to deliver a more sustainable, secure and healthy food system

Key Points: 
  • Clean Food Group is supporting the UK's broader mission to lead the global drive for innovative bio-tech solutions to deliver a more sustainable, secure and healthy food system
    LONDON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pioneering UK-based bio-tech business, Clean Food Group has been awarded funding for a £1 million project to advance novel low-emission food production systems in the UK.
  • The funding will enable the rapid scale up of Clean Food Group's manufacturing capability and the development of next generation, high value microbial oils.
  • The funding from the UK Government's Novel Low-Emission Food Production Systems: Industrial Research Grant has been awarded by Innovate UK, the UK's national innovation agency, and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC).
  • The funding will accelerate the Company's growth plan to deliver a market-ready technology leading to a more local, sustainable and healthy food production system.

Elton John welcomes expansion of opt-out testing for HIV to 46 Accident & Emergency sites across England and calls on all political leaders to do more to end AIDS in a speech at Speaker's House

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

LONDON, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Elton John was honoured at a reception hosted by the All Party Parliamentary Group on HIV/AIDS at the Speaker's House today in recognition of his enduring commitment to ending the AIDS epidemic, both personally and through the work of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • In the UK, new HIV diagnoses are down 46% since their peak in 2015.
  • "In the 1990's, I visited far too many homes where people were dying of AIDS.
  • That's why the Labour Party will commission an update to the HIV Action Plan as soon as we come to government."
  • Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS and United Nations Under-Secretary-General, said: "Over 40 million lives have been lost to AIDS.

How UHNW Families are Navigating Oxbridge's Private School Penalty with Private Tutoring

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

OXFORD, England, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of the recent "clampdown" by Oxbridge institutions on private school admissions[1], Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) families are showcasing their resilience and adaptability by embracing homeschooling and private tutoring alternatives. Recognising the shifting educational landscape, these families are prioritising personalised and flexible learning experiences for their children.

Key Points: 
  • OXFORD, England, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of the recent "clampdown" by Oxbridge institutions on private school admissions[1], Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) families are showcasing their resilience and adaptability by embracing homeschooling and private tutoring alternatives.
  • UHNW families are choosing a proactive approach to ensure the continued academic success of their children.
  • Private tuition provides UHNW families with the flexibility to tailor educational experiences to the unique needs and interests of each student.
  • Tutors International has noted a significant rise in the number of requests from parents who want to find ways to avoid the private school penalty - including a state school education with significant support from part-time private tutors and for full-time private tuition:
    "Most families don't choose private tuition because their end goal is Oxford or Cambridge.

How UHNW Families are Navigating Oxbridge's Private School Penalty with Private Tutoring

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

OXFORD, England, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of the recent "clampdown" by Oxbridge institutions on private school admissions[1], Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) families are showcasing their resilience and adaptability by embracing homeschooling and private tutoring alternatives. Recognising the shifting educational landscape, these families are prioritising personalised and flexible learning experiences for their children.

Key Points: 
  • OXFORD, England, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the face of the recent "clampdown" by Oxbridge institutions on private school admissions[1], Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) families are showcasing their resilience and adaptability by embracing homeschooling and private tutoring alternatives.
  • UHNW families are choosing a proactive approach to ensure the continued academic success of their children.
  • Private tuition provides UHNW families with the flexibility to tailor educational experiences to the unique needs and interests of each student.
  • Tutors International has noted a significant rise in the number of requests from parents who want to find ways to avoid the private school penalty - including a state school education with significant support from part-time private tutors and for full-time private tuition:
    "Most families don't choose private tuition because their end goal is Oxford or Cambridge.

Flagship Pioneering Marks Official Opening of UK Hub with Event Convening Life Science Leaders

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and LONDON, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flagship Pioneering, the bioplatform innovation company, today marked the official launch of its UK presence with an event co-hosted in partnership with the UK Government's Office for Life Sciences, bringing together top leaders from industry, government, and academia with a focus on breakthrough innovation. The event marked Flagship's public announcement of its strategic commitment to the UK life sciences ecosystem a week after launching Quotient Therapeutics, its first company located in both the UK and US.

Key Points: 
  • and LONDON, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Flagship Pioneering, the bioplatform innovation company, today marked the official launch of its UK presence with an event co-hosted in partnership with the UK Government's Office for Life Sciences, bringing together top leaders from industry, government, and academia with a focus on breakthrough innovation.
  • The event marked Flagship's public announcement of its strategic commitment to the UK life sciences ecosystem a week after launching Quotient Therapeutics, its first company located in both the UK and US.
  • Located in London, the new office will serve as a regional hub for Flagship's operations in the UK, and into Europe.
  • Flagship Pioneering creates and builds platform companies designed to generate multiple products that secure a healthier and more sustainable future.