Defra today announced farmers' set-aside obligation and a revision to the 10 month rule that will apply for the Single Payment Scheme (SPS) in England in 2006.

HASS (Scotland) Directions 2005, made by the Scottish Ministers under the terms of the Radioactive Substances Act 1993 (RSA 93), requiring SEPA to comply with the provisions of Council Directive 2003/122/EURATOM...

A scoping study exploring the potential use of action research and applied research to support evidence based practice, and improve public sector delivery. National Health Service Scotland was used as a pilot public...

The High-activity Sealed Radioactive Sources and Orphan Sources Regulations 2005, laid before UK Parliament on 28 September 2005, coming into force on 20 October 2005

A briefing paper reporting on the health-focused Scottish Academy for Health Policy and Management pilot project which tested the theory and practice of knowledge transfer and knowledge brokerage at a Corporate ...

A briefing paper reporting on the health-focused Scottish Academy for Health Policy and Management pilot project which tested the theory and practice of knowledge transfer and knowledge brokerage at a Corporate ...

A scoping study exploring the potential use of action research and applied research to support evidence based practice, and improve public sector delivery. National Health Service Scotland was used as a pilot public...

Local Authorities' delivery of planning services is improving as a result of the Planning Delivery Grant (PDG), new research commissioned by ODPM showed today. Government investment in PDG has increased year on...

HRH The Duchess of Gloucester today formally opened a new purpose built co-educational sixth form boarding college for defence students in Woodhouse, near Loughborough, Leicestershire. HRH toured Welbeck-The Defence...

Defence Secretary John Reid today arrived in Afghanistan on the start of a four-day visit to see the UK's contribution to international efforts to create a stable and prosperous future for the country.

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Mr Nick Astbury has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the State of Eritrea in succession to Mr Michael Murray who will be retiring from the Diplomatic Service. Mr Astbury will take up his appointment in...

The OFT today referred to the Competition Commission (CC) three bids - by FirstGroup plc (First), National Express Group plc (NEG) and Stagecoach plc (Stagecoach), via its subsidiary Brunel Trains - for the Greater...

Government underlines commitment to developing even better local services

An independent panel to advise the Government on the areas in which the new types of casino created by the Gambling Act will be located was appointed by Richard Caborn today.

The Queen has approved the appointment of Professor Lynda May Warren as a member of the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution.

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Findings, conclusions and recommendations from an audit of digital media services in the tourist, sporting and cultural sectors in Scotland.

The legal year begins this Friday for courts in England and Wales, which sit for four terms during the year. The 2005/2006 term dates are:

Main Points This Month

The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:

Quarterly update of the public sector employment statistical release

Shows the number and cost of prescriptions dispensed in the community in Scotland in 2004/05.

Provides information and contact details for ongoing, forthcoming and recentlypublished social research projects relevant to social justice in the various SE departments and Communities Scotland

HSE has published a comprehensive guide on Hand-arm vibration (HAV). The guide, "Hand-arm vibration: Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005" gives advice of what needs to be done to reduce and control the...

Reducing Infection is Everyone's Business

SEA Templates (trial version with integrated guidance notes)

Joint announcement by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department, the National Assembly for Wales and the Department of Agriculture and Rural...

A Porth motor dealer has lost his appeal against a decision by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to revoke his consumer credit licence.

SEA Templates (trial version without integrated guidance notes)

Parental Involvement Bill Consultation Report

OFT welcomes remedy imposed by Tribunal

England Health Minister Rosie Winterton, today announced the names of six non-executive directors who will join the Chair Bill Fullagar, as the first non-executive Board of NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT).

Competition Minister Gerry Sutcliffe has today agreed to vary Undertakings BAE SYSTEMS plc ("BAES") gave on 28 March 2000 arising from the acquisition by the former British Aerospace of Marconi Electronic Systems...

prepared by the DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS CROSS CUTTING STRATEGIC ANALYSIS DIVISION

Medication should not be readily prescribed for children and young people with depression, the NHS clinical watchdog has said.

The National Minimum Wage will rise to more than £5 per hour on Saturday 1st October, benefiting 1.3 million low paid workers.

Scottish Ministers Annual Report on Scotland's Colleges and the FE Sector

Research & development expenditure and employment by businesses in Scotland; comparisons with the UK.

The Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) has secured OFT approval for its consumer code of practice. The code is designed to reassure holidaymakers they can expect fair treatment. The OFT's approved code ...

The latest quarterly statistics on War Pensions were published by the Ministry of Defence today.

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The National Minimum Wage will rise to more than £5 per hour on Saturday 1st October, guaranteeing a pay increase for 1.3 million low paid workers.

prepared by the DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS JOBCENTRE PLUS ANALYTICAL DIVISION

Results of a survey focusing on the perceptions and intentions of farmers and crofters at a time of industry change.

This is an update of the Quality & Outcomes Framework (QOF) data, which was released on 27th May 2005. The QoF forms part of the new General Medical Services (GMS) contract, for 2004/05. Data presented includes...

Results of a survey focusing on the perceptions and intentions of farmers at a time of industry change.

Little growth change in Quarter 2 2005

Performance Management Thematic

The third Annual Report covering the SEERAD activity in administering EU agricultural subsidy payments. It sets out our activity and performance in CAP administration and identifies our targets for next year.

The Presidency of the European Union condemns the suicide attack that occured in Afghanistan earlier today, 28 September. This cowardly act will not derail the democratic process in Afghanistan nor the establishment...

This research provides an assessment of the impact of the School Travel Co-ordinator Initiative, including the scope and quality of advice provided by STCs and the management of the scheme. It also provides recommendations...

UK Defence Statistics for 2005 are published today. The statistics are an annual compendium containing a wealth of information on defence expenditure, Service and civilian personnel and defence activities.

The 200th anniversary of the battle of Trafalgar and the death of Admiral Lord Nelson takes place on 21 October this year. London's associations with this great historical event are brought to life for families ...

Education Secretary Ruth Kelly has announced her intention to ban junk food from school canteens and vending machines in England by next September.

Forum for Renewable Energy Development in Scotland - Developing Skills for Scotland's Renewable Energy Workforce (2005)

Provides an overview of the Scottish fishing fleet, fishermen employed and landings data

Report by the Performance Audit Group on the performance of the Operating Companies in their fourth year of their management and

A rogue roofer who ripped off consumers in Merton, Kingston upon Thames and other areas in Surrey was found to be in contempt of a court Order, ordered to pay costs, and sentenced to six months imprisonment, suspended...

With heavy rain and strong, gusty winds spreading into Wales and northern England during today, Wednesday 28 September, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take extra care on the roads.

The Queen has been pleased to appoint Mrs Marjory McLachlan as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for Stirling and Falkirk.

The Prime Minister has approved the appointments of new permanent secretaries to the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Work and Pensions. Mr Blair has also approved a new Security and Intelligence Coordinator to the Cabinet Office.

This research provides an assessment of the impact of the School Travel Co-ordinator Initiative, including the scope and quality of advice provided by STCs and the management of the scheme. It also provides recommendations...

This research provides an assessment of the impact of the School Travel Co-ordinator Initiative, including the scope and quality of advice provided by STCs and the management of the scheme. It also provides recommendations...

Over 60 per cent of advertisements in regional newspapers, and 68 per cent in popular car magazines, failed fully to comply with new advertising regulations, according to an OFT co-ordinated review carried out by...

The following statistics were released today by the Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC):

The OFT has strengthened its Corporate Services Division with the appointment of two senior deputies to Chief Operating Officer (COO) Bart Smith covering human resources and finance. Both posts have been upgraded...

Plans to cut back on red tape by revoking three pieces of outdated competition law were announced in a consultation today by Competition Minister Gerry Sutcliffe.

Highest rate of 85.9% in South Northants

Output unchanged in three months to July

Economy rose by 0.5% in Quarter 2 2005

Quarter 2 2005: UK deficit falls

A Blackpool based firm has been shut down for ripping off advertisers and operating against the public interest following a DTI investigation.

A West Midlands man has been found guilty of running a business in spite of restrictions placed on him as an undiscarged bankrupt.

The results of Government-commissioned research into the impacts of genetically modified herbicide tolerant (GMHT) cropping systems on weed seedbanks are published today.

The UK Presidency today welcomes the European Commission's announcement that it intends to withdraw 68 legislative proposals under its broader initiative to cut red tape.

Joint announcement by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs; and Department for Transport

Leaflet publicising a website that provides information on the standards that can be expected of the NHS workforce.

Final report and appendices for policy led flexible fund project 'Flow and leachate characteristics of four woodchip corrals in Scotland'

Chief of the Air Staff - Air Chief Marshal Sir Jock Stirrup will be at the National Museum of Scotland in East Fortune today to present a Tornado F3 long-range fighter. The presentation will be marked by a fly past...

Mr John Everard has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea in succession to Mr David Slinn OBE who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr...

The OFT has decided to revoke the consumer credit licence of a Manchester debt counsellor and accountant. This decision will not take effect until the end of any appeal process (see note 5).

The OFT has decided today not to refer the completed acquisition by Hilton Group plc through Ladbroke Racing (Reading) Limited (Ladbroke) of Jack Brown Limited to the Competition Commission provided that satisfactory...

The Prime Minister has welcomed the statement by General de Chastelain on IRA decommissioning as an 'important development'.

A compendium of statistics providing detailed information on the depth and concentration of poverty and disadvantage in deprived areas as defined by the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2004 (SIMD 2004)

1.5% rise in second quarter 2005

National and educational authority level information on the cumulative attainment of National Qualifications by all pupils in publically funded secondary schools.

Dr Kim Howells, Minister of State for the Middle East, will travel this evening to begin discussions with the Israelis and Palestinians on how best to maintain momentum in the peace process following Israel's disengagement...

The European Union hereby declares its condemnation of the continuing use of violence and terrorism by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The pursuit of political goals by such totally unacceptable methods...

Tessa Jowell today promised practical support to enable the next generation of sporting champions to realise their ambitions. Schools, businesses and the Government are all to play new roles to boost the chances...

The Departments for Work and Pensions and Health are to jointly appoint a National Director to focus on the health and well being of people of working age.

David Blunkett, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, today unveiled a new package of measures to help people build assets and access affordable credit, as part of ending the scourge of the loan shark.

A new gateway will be piloted to help resolve potential Child Support Agency cases, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions David Blunkett announced today.

David Blunkett today announced his intention to ensure Jobcentre Plus works more closely in partnership with the voluntary and community sector.

The Prime Minister has welcomed today's statement by General de Chastelain on IRA decommissioning as an 'important development'

Consultation Paper on the Human Tissue (SCOTLAND) Bill and Issues Relating to Adults with Incpacity

Stephen Williams, Chief Inspector of Construction, today welcomed the construction industry's Working Well Together (WWT) 2005 roadshow to a Bovis Lend Lease site at, 123 Bankside, SE1, an area undergoing redevelopment...

An advertising campaign urging more people in Warwickshire to become magistrates started.

Asked what was happening "over the water" this afternoon regarding decommissioning, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that we had to wait for General John de Chastelain's report this afternoon...

Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on Decommissioning.

Provides details of the Executive's proposals on bail and remand, following the Sentencing Commission's report on the issue.

The OFT has decided to revoke the consumer credit licence of a Norwich electrical retailer and refused the credit licence application made by a second electrical retailer in the area. Karen Jane Cunningham was ...

Statistics on incidents of domestic abuse recorded by the police in Scotland

People concerned about friends or family believed to be in the area affected by Hurricane Rita can call the Foreign Office on 020 7008 0000.

The UK Presidency of the EU has been watching with concern the escalation of events in Gaza. The Presidency calls on the Palestinian Authority to take all necessary steps to take full control of security in the ...

The Foreign Secretary Jack Straw speaking as Presidency on behalf of the EU today issued the following statement following the adoption of a resolution at the IAEA Board of Governors in Vienna.

The second phase of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre was opened in Ghana yesterday by UK Armed Forces Minister, Adam Ingram, and the Ghanaian Defence Minister, Dr Kwame Addo-Kufour. The internationally...

Lord Triesman, Foreign Office Minister for Africa, today expressed his concern about the continued fighting in the Darfur region of Sudan. Following an EU statement on the Sudan (www.eu2005.gov.uk), the Minister...

The Ministry of Defence has signed an agreement with the South African Government to restore and maintain war graves from the Boer War, the Minister for Veterans, Don Touhig MP, announced today.

European Commission Vice President Gunter Verheugen congratulated the UK Presidency on its strong and progressive stance on better regulation, speaking at an EU Presidency conference hosted by the UK Cabinet Office...

Competition Commission invites evidence

The DCA today launched a consultation paper on Civil Court Fees.

Today at Preston Crown Court Mr Robert Hughes was sentenced to six months imprisonment after pleading guilty to 19 offences involving veterinary medicines.

People concerned about friends or family believed to be in the path of Hurricane Rita can call the Foreign Office on 020 7008 0000.

Consultation Paper on the Human Tissue (Scotland) Bill and Issues Relating to Adults with Incapacity

Proposals for integrating the Crown into the planning system were launched for consultation by the Government today.

Culture Minister David Lammy has placed a temporary export bar on seven pieces of hack silver - six off-cuts of silver ingots and a fragment of a stamped arm-ring. This will provide a last chance to raise the money...

Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell and Licensing Minister James Purnell today spelt out that under new licensing laws there is no presumption that requests for longer hours should take precedence over legitimate residents...

Defra today confirmed proposals for changes to existing waste management licensing exemptions involving hazardous waste, which are now out for full consultation.

The Government has today published its response to the Council for Science and Technology's (CST's) report "Policy Through Dialogue" published in March 2005.

Competition Minister Gerry Sutcliffe today announced that he is proposing to accept statutory undertakings instead of referring to the Competition Commission the proposed acquisition by Lockheed Martin UK of Insys...

Mr Syd Maddicott has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Cameroon in succession to Mr Richard Wildash LVO who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Maddicott ...

The Prime Minister has approved the appointments of new permanent secretaries to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and the Northern Ireland Office.

The OFT today referred the completed acquisition of Vue Entertainment Holdings (UK) Limited of A3 Cinema Limited (including its subsidiary, Ster Century (UK) Limited) to the Competition Commission (CC).

A new National Guidance Framework has been agreed to co-ordinate traffic information delivery and traffic management by the Highways Agency and local highway authorities.

The study collects data to facilitate an evaluation of the Sexual Offences(Procedure and Evidence) (Scotland) Act 2002. Data was collected on sex offence cases in the 3 years preceding the Act

Total production lower in 3 months to Aug

Details of projects likely to be commissioned in year 2005-2006.

Hurricane Rita, a Category 5 hurricane (wind speeds greater than 155 mph), is moving west, north-west across the Gulf of Mexico. US authorities are preparing for its impact. The exact point at which it will make...

Proposals on tackling the causes of extremism and on engaging all members of Muslim communities across the UK were welcomed today by the Home Secretary, Charles Clarke.

Reuters Chairman Niall Fitzgerald joined UK Cabinet Ministers John Hutton and Alan Johnson in laying out the challenges that lie ahead on better European regulation.

Biodiversity Minister Jim Knight today responded to an Environment Investigation Agency report on a major increase in trade in tiger and leopard skins, saying:

A new study shows one in four people with diabetes - which can cause blindness, stroke, and heart disease and even lead to death if not treated properly - do not know they have the condition.

The 2012 Olympic Games are an opportunity to enthuse children about learning and help unearth potential sporting champions of the future, the government said today.

The first of 43 new trucks were handed over to the Sierra Leone Armed Forces by UK Armed Forces Minister, Adam Ingram, yesterday.

UK PRESIDENCY OF EU 2005

An advertising campaign urging more people in South Wales to become magistrates has begun.

An advertising campaign urging more people in Merseyside to become magistrates started this week.

British farmers can resume exports of live pigs to China after a gap of five years.

The Affordable Rural Housing Commission (ARHC) met for the first time today, following finalisation of its membership.

After three years as England's Chief Dental Officer (CDO) Professor Raman Bedi is leaving his post on 1 October to return to his chair at King's College London and take forward the establishment of a global Child...

The following statistics were released today by the Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC):

Report notes a sea-change in care for kidney patients - real progress has been made

Foreign Office Minister, Lord David Triesman has just finished a visit to Mexico, from 19-21 September, his first visit to Latin America since being made Minister for the region.

Presents national figures for care homes for adults in Scotland, March 2005.

The public sector must give serious thought - not just tick boxes - to meet its new responsibilities under the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) 2005, the Government said today.

The first meeting of the Better Regulation Stakeholder Group took place in London with interested parties being asked for their suggestions on ways to ease the burden on business.

The National Pensions Debate came to the East Midlands today as Secretary of State for Work and Pensions David Blunkett took his Ministerial team to Leicester and Nottingham to participate in a series of discussions...

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on West Lindsey District Council.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on Inverclyde Council's processing of claims for housing benefits.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on Broxtowe Borough Council.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on North Wiltshire District Council's processing of claims for housing benefits.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on Bridgnorth District Council's counter-fraud arrangements.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, David Blunkett, has today published an inspection report by the BFI on Allerdale Borough Council. In 2003/04, Allerdale Borough Council administered some 22 million ...

The OFT today announced the launch of its new 'scambusters' team to target the most prevalent and harmful mass-marketing scams aimed at UK consumers.

The North West has been chosen as the region to test a rigorous new enforcement regime that will ultimately be rolled out across England and Wales. It is important because the National Enforcement Service (NES) ...

Suppoorting People Supplement Issue 18

Following Israel's historic disengagement from the Gaza Strip and Northern West Bank, there is a real opportunity for economic regeneration. The future economic development of the area is of critical importance ...

The Thurrock Thames Gateway Development Corporation (TTGDC) will gain strategic planning powers from 12 October 2005, Housing and Planning Minister Yvette Cooper announced today.

Invitation to Tender for Northern Isles Ferry Service

mallpox Mass Vaccination - An Operational Planning Framework

Suppporting Poeple Matter issue 18

Better access and more competition required, says OFT

There's no need for a jury when Alison Smith and Jim Harkess make history on Friday (23 September).

The UK Government today provided an update to stakeholders on progress in the implementation of the Large Combustion Plants Directive, which comes into force from January 2008 and places controls on emissions.

People are being asked to for their views on repealing section 68 of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 (CRoW) and associated vehicular access regulations.

Science and Innovation Minister, Lord Sainsbury, today announced a £6 million investment to improve infrastructure at the CCLRC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxfordshire for the Diamond synchotron ...

Thirteen social enterprises from across the country have been granted community interest company status, confirming that they will use their activity, their profits and their assets to help local communities.

Tony Blair has paid tribute to Holocaust survivor and justice campaigner Simon Wiesenthal who has died in Vienna aged 96.

This research was carried out to understand better the experience and impact of advice services from the perspective of disadvantaged groups making the transition to work.

This research was carried out to understand better the experience and impact of advice services from the perspective of disadvantaged groups making the transition to work.

Volume 1 of the Code of Practice for the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 deals with a range of issues relating to the general framework within which the Act operates.

This Volume of the Code of Practice for the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 covers a range of issues relating to mentally disordered offenders.

Volume 2 of the Code of Practice for the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 (“the Act”) deals with a range of issues relating to what can be termed “civil compulsory powers”.

The future of the University Air Squadrons has been reaffirmed under new plans announced today by Defence Minister Don Touhig.

The government has unveiled plans for an intensive drive against an estimated hardcore of 8,000 youngsters who are persistently skipping school.

The Chief Medical Officer's report into the handling of late abortion cases by the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) was published today by the Department of Health.

Statement from the Iraqi Prime Minister's office - forwarded by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.

National Workforce Planning Framework 2005: Background

A £3 million fund to help local authorities tackle homelessness within ethnic minority groups was announced today by Housing Minister Yvette Cooper.

An extra £200,000 is to be allocated to assist training of over 17,000 Nigerian troops as peacekeepers in Africa, Armed Forces Minister Adam Ingram announced whilst visiting the peacekeeping training school...

Minister for Trade, Investment and Foreign Affairs, Ian Pearson MP, will be travelling from 19-23 September. He will visit Poland, South Korea and Singapore.

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Consumer Minister Gerry Sutcliffe gave a boost to free debt advice today, opening new premises for National Debtline, and calling on organisations to bid for a share of £45million to fund free, face-to...

"Simon Wiesenthal will forever be rightly credited with ensuring justice was done for some of the worst crimes in history. After his liberation from Mauthausen concentration camp in May 1945 he devoted his entire...

A report detailing the outcomes of a mapping exercise to identify current (2004) social research capacity in Scottish Universities

GOVERNMENT EXTENDS LYONS INQUIRY AND POSTPONES COUNCIL TAX REVALUATION

Secretary of State Margaret Beckett, the Scottish Ministers and the Assembly Secretary for the Welsh Assembly Government have extended the appointments of Commissioners to the Meat and Livestock Commission (MLC) ...

References in documents consultation

ANNOUNCEMENT OF JOINT DECISION BY THE AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM

Health Minister, Liam Byrne, today announced the appointment of Dr Sheila Shribman as the new National Director for Children to spearhead the Government's drive to modernise and reform children's healthcare services...

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This survey determines the extent to which the new technologies had become part of the everyday experiences of pupils and teachers.

Tynedale District Council is to be given help with meeting the costs of clearing up following severe storm and flood damage in the Council area on 8-9 January 2005.

Monthly: Aug £3.1 bn current budget deficit

A guide for disabled students in receipt of Disabled Students Allowance who need to employ support workers

Stephen Williams, today, starts his appointment as Chief Inspector of Construction at the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).

The police service was today invited by the Home Secretary, Charles Clarke, to come forward with firm proposals for the creation of strategic forces in each region.

Energy Minister, Malcolm Wicks, today outlined a limited number of options to further improve the effectiveness of the Renewables Obligation (RO). The RO ensures all electricity suppliers produce a specified and...

Asked if the Prime Minister had any comment to make about the BBC's coverage of Hurricane Katrina, the PMOS said he did not....