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A group of influential Afghan Members of Parliament have been visiting Britain on a fact-finding mission. The group from Helmand province concluded their visit in London. BSN has a full report.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister, Lord Mark Malloch-Brown, has been speaking about the relevance and importance of the Commonwealth organisation in the future- especially in areas like global climate change.

The former head of the British Army, General Sir Mike Jackson, has been discussing the issues of humanitarian intervention and the responsibility to protect at a meeting at the UK’s International Institute for Strategic Studies.

The UK’s Energy & Climate Change Secretary, Mr.Ed Miliband, has been speaking about the urgent need for a global climate change deal.

Peaceful demonstrators hold a rally outside the Burmese embassy in London calling for the release of the pro-democracy leader. Today is her 64th birthday and the campaign for her freedom continues- not only in Britain but across the world.

The UK's Environment Secretary, Mr Hilary Benn, today outlines new research predicting how the United Kingdom's climate is likely to change up the end of the century.

Former diplomats and political experts hold a general election discussion on Iran its future at a special briefing meeting in the UK.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, has opened a House of Commons debate on Europe and UK-Europe issues . BSN will have a full news report.

A group of Afghani Members of Parliament from the Helmand province have begun a fact-finding tour of the UK. BSN catches up with them during their tour of Birmingham.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, is speaking before a UK select parliamentary committee on human rights issues. Expected subjects to include the situation in Pakistan, Iraq and Afghanistan.

Students from schools and universities around the UK have been meeting with British diplomats and Ministers to discuss the needs for a global arms trade treaty. They’ve been gathering at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in Whitehall.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, has been commenting on the outcome of the recent elections in Iran. Priority, he says, is that Iran engages with the concerns of the world community- above all on the issue of nuclear proliferation.

Oxfam- in a new report on climate change- says rich countries have a double duty to not only cut greenhouse gas emissions at home, but also to help developing countries do the same.

Plans to further secure a prosperous future for the Falkland Islands- through economic development- have been unveiled in the UK. The Islands are already one of the UK’s most dynamic and proactive overseas territories.

The Museum of London today opens a new display- “Forward to Freedom”- marking the 50th anniversary of the formation of the Anti-Apartheid Movement, arguably one of the most potent solidarity movements in British history.

UK trade and investment experts, along with Qatar-based professionals, organise a seminar on the economic opportunities within Qatar. The get-together is part of the continuing World Trade Week UK event.

The giant energy company, Shell, has developed a motor gasoline containing a revolutionary biofuel made from straw and corn stalks. Shell believes biofuels could have an increasing role to play in the world’s future transport fuel mix.

The former British Prime Minister, Mr.Tony Blair, has launched a new global education programme designed to foster better understandings between young people from different faiths.

Leading experts- from both home and abroad- gather at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to discuss trade policies and development issues. This part of the continuing World Trade Week UK initiative.

As World Trade Week UK continues, experts meet at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office today to discuss the challenges for women in the global business world; and how sustainable businesses can improve the situation.

The very latest in green motoring technology- including new four wheel drive vehicles with reduced CO2 output, and hybrid sports cars - go on display at the UK MotorExpo exhibition in London.

UK Government Ministers today kickstart the first ever UK World Trade Week- a series of events and meetings highlighting the importance of trade as a tool for recovery from the global economic downturn.

London’s waterways are being used to create a new low carbon route to the 2012 Olympic Games; old canals are being restored to open up green gateways for freight barges.

The UNEP launches its report today on the role of ecosystems in climate mitigation. This coincides with World Environment Day. BSN will have a full news report.

The UK’s Business Secretary, Lord Peter Mandelson- in a speech in London today- is expected to reaffirm that action on climate change remains at the heart of the British Government’s efforts to shape a positive agenda for the future.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, today hosts an ambassadors’ conference at the Foreign Office on the impact of climate change on vulnerable countries.

London Mayor, Boris Johnson, leads a month long festival of events celebrating the history and heritage of the city. “The Story of London” will include some 400 separate public events.

The British Prime Minister, Mr.Gordon Brown, resumes his weekly question and answer session in Parliament today; the UK economy and the present expenditure system for UK politicians likely to dominate.

The UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister, Mr.Bill Rammell, has been holding talks with the Moroccan Foreign Minister; they’ve been discussing strengthening ties between the two countries, as well as the situation for peace in the Middle East.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, has condemned North Korea’s recent nuclear test; he says the action is “wrong, misguided, dangerous and a clear breach” of UN resolutions.

A joint partnership between a UK ecotourism attraction and a geothermal power company is planning the UK’s first power plant to produce electricity from the earth’s own heat.

The former British Prime Minister, Mr.Tony Blair, today speaks on the latest peace talks situation between Israelis and Palestinians in the Middle East. He?s appearing before a foreign affairs committee in the UK Parliament.

The UK?s Energy and Climate Change Minister, Mr. Mike O?Brien, speaks today on coal and energy and emerging power trends at a special conference in London.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, has made a special video message of support for the Burmese pro-democracy campaigner Aung San Suu Kyi ; this adds to an open letter to her ? and also a message- from the Prime Minister, Mr Gordon Brown.

The former UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan and Oxfam Chief Executive Barbara Stocking today launch a new study on the impact of climate change on humans worldwide.

The British Prime Minister, Mr Gordon Brown, today meets various youngsters at Downing Street to talk about how young people can increase participation in their communities across the UK.

The Prince of Wales has been speaking about the urgent need for global energy efficiency, renewable energy and greenhouse gas emission reductions. He's been addressing a gathering of Nobel Laureates and climate change experts in London.

More than 100-million pounds is being invested in a major new initiative to get more people cycling- either commuting or for pleasure- in London.

The UK’s National Trust organisation is planning to give away 170-million free vegetable seeds in a campaign to get more children interested in planting and growing their own seasonal food.

British scientists have created the first rapid test kits for the new swine flu virus. They claim the DNA based kits are the first on the market that can give results in two hours.

The UK’s Royal Mail has produced a new set of stamps focusing on endangered species. They highlight British plants faced with extinction and what’s being done to try and preserve them.

The Royal Navy’s biggest deployment in a decade- Exercise Taurus 09- is well underway off India. This special news item compiled from British Forces Broadcasting Services on location reports.

The British Army is hoping to attract new recruits through an innovative and interactive new promotional campaign; the idea is to explain the range of work the Army does at home and abroad.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, has been speaking about building coalitions and winning consent overseas for the UK’s foreign policy goals. BSN has a full news report.

Supporters and critics of the European Union- and Britain?s membership- meet to discuss their differing issues, and points of view, at the London?s Foreign Press Association centre.

A UK conference today- followed by a wreath-laying ceremony- marks the International Day of United Nations Peacekeeping and memorial day for those who’ve lost their lives in global peace-keeping duties.

The leading tourist organisation Visit London has organised an unusual “high tea” promotional campaign to highlight what the capital has to offer visitors from both home and abroad.

The British Foreign Secretary, Mr.David Miliband, leads a team of FCO Ministers in updating Parliament on a variety of international issues: from Cyprus to the situation between Russia and Georgia.

A team of university researchers in the UK has designed a racing car that runs on bio-diesel made from chocolate; and its body has incorporated various vegetables into its makeup.

Final preparations are being made in the UK on a radical new green racing motorbike- powered by batteries. It’s been designed by engineering students who’re are planning to race it on the Isle of Man next month.