Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Gov

Stormy weather can pose a risk to people sleeping rough on our streets. If you see someone sleeping rough, use StreetLink to alert local support services.

Today we celebrate Historic County Flag Day! Parliament Square is flying high with all 56 county flags from across the UK. These historic counties represent not just geography, but the deep-rooted traditions, culture and identity that make Britain unique.

What a performance! Absolutely brilliant from our England women's team! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏆 You're not just champions on the pitch - you're inspiring the next generation. Bring it home, Lionesses! ❤️ #ComeOnEngland 🦁🦁🦁

Wishing the very best of luck to our incredible England women's team tonight! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 The whole country is behind you. #ComeOnEngland 🦁🦁🦁

Yesterday I chaired Leaders Council which brings together local government leaders from across England to drive forward our missions for national renewal. From the 10-Year Health Plan to our landmark Devolution Bill, we're building partnerships that will transform communities.

We've launched a landmark review of parental leave. We're modernising the system to better support working families and give children the best start in life. #PlanForChange

We are getting Britain building 🏗️🏡

For the first time ever, 16 and 17 year olds will be able to vote in UK elections 🗳️ If you can work, join the military and pay taxes then you deserve a say in your future. #VotesAt16

Small builders are essential to help build 1.5 million homes. #GetBritainBuilding

We’re speeding up planning and getting more homes built across the country. #GetBritainBuilding

Heartbreaking to learn a child has lost their life in the devastating incident in Minehead. Thinking of all the families and loved ones of those injured and impacted by this horrific tragedy. Grateful for the emergency services' tireless efforts.

We've announced changes to modernise UK democracy to: 🗳️Give 16 and 17 year olds the vote for the next general election. #Votesat16 🗳️Extend voter ID to include bank cards - removing barriers to the ballot box. 🗳️Bring in tougher rules to protect against foreign interference.

🚨 Breaking 🚨 16 and 17 year olds will be able to vote in the next general election for the first time ever. Tell us what you think 👇 #VotesAt16

This is huge news for our democracy. 16 and 17 year olds will have the vote in the election. Extending the franchise is vital to nurturing more active citizens for the future health of our democracy.

📢 The government has announced the voting age will be lowered to 16 at the next general election. As part of these changes, voter ID will also be extended to include UK-issued bank cards as a valid form of ID.

It’s official 🚨: 16 and 17 year-olds will be able to vote at the next general election.

Today we’re delivering on our promise to give 16 and 17 year olds the right to vote. Young people already contribute to society by working, paying taxes and serving in the military. It's only right they can have a say on the issues that affect them. #VotesAt16

We are improving rights for leaseholders so they can hold their landlords and managing agents to account. This will empower millions of leaseholders to challenge excessive service charges.