31 October 2005
PM praises the bid team that "caught the spirit of London"
seen at 22:22, 31 October in
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The Prime Minister and Cherie Blair hosted a reception this evening at Downing Street to thank the 2012 team for the "enthusiasm and spirit and absolute determination" that had won the bid for Britain to host the...
G8 Climate Change Conference
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Asked what the Prime Minister hoped to accomplish, the PMOS said that the Prime Minister had set some of his objectives out in his Observer article yesterday. His goal was a consensus about how we moved beyond Kyoto...
David Blunkett
seen at 16:28, 31 October in
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Asked whom the Prime Minister had consulted on the David Blunkett DNA bioscience breach of Ministerial Code, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) that, as they knew he did not go into the processology ...
PM meets Kurdish leader at Number 10
seen at 16:27, 31 October in
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Tony Blair has held talks with Masoud Barzani, the President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, in Downing Street today.
Morning press briefing from 31 October 2005
seen at 16:27, 31 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: David Blunkett and G8 Climate Change Conference
Legal Studies Research Findings No.57/2005 Commercial Procedure in Glasgow Sheriff Court
seen at 14:32, 31 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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Research exploring the operation of the Commercial Court in Glasgow Sheriff Court, describing innovations introduced by commencement of commercial procedure, and its impact on key stakeholders.
Commercial Procedure in Glasgow Sheriff Court
seen at 14:32, 31 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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Research exploring the operation of the Commercial Court in Glasgow Sheriff Court, describing innovations introduced by commencement of commercial procedure, and its impact on key stakeholders.
Suffragan See of Plymouth
seen at 14:31, 31 October in
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The Queen has approved the nomination of the Reverend Canon John Frank Ford MA to the Suffragan See of Plymouth, in the Diocese of Exeter, in succession to the Right Reverend John Henry Garton MA DipTh, on his resignation...
Enterprise and Lifelong Learning Research Findings No.32/2005: Literature Review of the NEET Group
seen at 10:28, 31 October in
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The literature review provides an overview of the difficulties facing those termed as 'not in education, employment or training', or the NEET group in Scotland. The study contributes a greater understanding of ...
Defining Marine Boundaries for Fish Farming: Consultation Paper
seen at 10:28, 31 October in
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Seeks views on Scottish Ministers' proposals for the designation of marine boundaries in coastal and transitional waters.
PM looks forward to 'crucial week' on environment
seen at 10:27, 31 October in
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Tony Blair says he hopes an environmental conference in London tomorrow will help 'build the foundations' of a global response to climate change.
Mapping Employabilty and Support Services for Disengaged Young People - Research Findings
seen at 09:28, 31 October in
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The report maps the range and quality of employability support services available to disengaged young people (aged 16-24) in three locations across Scotland and recommends an effective service framework for this...
Mapping Employabilty and Support Services for Disengaged Young People
seen at 09:28, 31 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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The report maps the range and quality of employability support services available to disengaged young people (aged 16-24) in three locations across Scotland and recommends an effective service framework for this...
Literature Review of the NEET Group
seen at 09:28, 31 October in
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The literature review provides an overview of the difficulties facing those termed as 'not in education, employment or training,' or the NEET group in Scotland. The study contributes to a greater understanding ...
Challenge Fund (Don Touhig, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 09:27, 31 October in
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I am pleased to announce the extension of the department's Veterans Challenge Fund. This Fund was established on 1 April 2003 for a fixed initial period of three years to provide a mechanism for MOD to pump prime...
Genetically Modified Maize (Caroline Flint, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department of Health)
seen at 09:27, 31 October in
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The Agriculture and Fisheries Council of the European Union met on 24–25 October and voted on a proposal to authorise food ingredients derived from the genetically modified maize line MON863. As the vote did not...
Race Relations Act (Tony McNulty, Minister of State, Home Office)
seen at 09:27, 31 October in
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In light of the recent major increase in asylum claims by Eritreans, which does not seem to be justified by the country situation, I have made an authorisation under section 19D of the Race Relations Act 1976 (as...
Appointment of Special Representative (Tony Blair, Prime Minister, HM Treasury)
seen at 09:27, 31 October in
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I am pleased to announce the appointment of Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean as my special representative to assist the Government's efforts to conclude memoranda of understanding and associated arrangements, to ...
PM sends sympathy to India after terror bombs
seen at 09:26, 31 October in
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Tony Blair has written to Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to express his 'sadness and outrage' over the bombs in New Delhi.
28 October 2005
Look back at the PM's week
seen at 16:47, 28 October in
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Here we reflect on some of the main business carried out by Tony Blair in the last few days. This week there has been a focus on education and Europe.
Watch health policy being made this weekend
seen at 16:47, 28 October in
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One thousand people from around the country will be in Birmingham on Saturday 29 October to have their say in shaping policy on primary health and social care services.
Strategic Environmental Assessment: Draft Information Note on Procedures for Consultation with the Scottish Consultation Authorities
seen at 14:36, 28 October in
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The process for strategic environmental assessment (SEA) set out in the Regulations includes requirements for the provision of specified information to and consultation with designated Consultation Authorities. ...
FOI - Report on Information Requests Handling in the Scottish Executive January - June 2005
seen at 14:36, 28 October in
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Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 - Report on Information requests handling in the Scottish Executive January - June 2005
Counter-Terrorism
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if the Prime Minister agreed with the Delivery Unit that the UK's counter-terrorism strategy was immature, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that first of all we should recognise what action...
Smoking Ban
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked for an update on smoking, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that he had no reason to believe anything had changed....
EU Constitution and the Abatement
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked about what progress the Prime Minister hoped to make on the EU constitution and the UK's abatement, the PMOS said that he doubted that the constitution would be discussed this week and our position on that...
Global Trade
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if the Prime Minister tomorrow would be setting out a strategic vision for global trade talks and try to break the deadlock in the Doha round on agriculture, the PMOS said that he thought that would be taking...
Future Financing
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked why there wouldn't be detailed discussions of the European budget at the informal meeting, the PMOS said that we had been very clear, as had the Commission, that we did not see the informal meeting as being...
Europe - Joint Briefing between London and Brussels
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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European Parliament and the Informal meeting at Hampton Court The PMOS set out how the Prime Minister viewed his visit to the European Parliament tomorrow. It was important to set this in the context of our presidency...
Bird Flu
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if the Prime Minister was confident that DEFRA could handle the issue of Avian flu, the PMOS said that the important thing to recognise was that the quarantine procedures had actually worked. They did identify...
Informal EU Summit
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked for further information about the Informal Summit arrangements, the PMOS said the Prime Minister would sum up where he believed the consensus was at the end of the meeting. As he said the morning, the proof...
George Galloway
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if the row between George Galloway and the Senate committee might damage the special relationship, the PMOS said that there were some issues which one learned to stay out of. This was top of that list....
Avian Flu
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if we were expecting a ban by the end of the day, and also how did the Government justify its U-turn regarding the import and export of birds, the PMOS replied that in terms of the ban, it was...
Smoking
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked if the bill on smoking would definitely be published tomorrow, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said he had no information to suggest otherwise. Asked why the Government couldn't just stick to...
Smoking
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked what the current position was on the Smoking Bill, and if it would be published tomorrow, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said the position was the same as it was this morning and yesterday ...
Transcript of press briefing given by Tom Kelly in Strasbourg
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Mr Kelly: Here at the European Parliament the Prime Minister will be meeting the Party of European Socialists group, the European Socialists, then President Borrell, then the Conference of Presidents, then the UK...
Reasonable Force
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Asked what the latest on "burglar bashing" was, the PMOS said he thought the journalist was asking about the use of reasonable force against intruders, which was a more bureaucratic way of putting it! The...
Iran
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Put to the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) that the Prime Minister had said that he would be consulting allies regarding Iran, and was there anything further to be added, the PMOS said that first of all...
Morning press briefing from 28 October 2005
seen at 14:34, 28 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Iran and Reasonable Force
New Trustees appointed to the National Maritime Museum
seen at 11:27, 28 October in
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The Prime Minister has today appointed David Moorhouse and Dr David Quarmby CBE as Trustees of the National Maritime Museum. The terms of appointment will be for four years.
Public Attitudes and Environmental Justice in Scotland: A Report for the Scottish Executive on Research to Inform the Development and Evaluation of Environmental Justice Policy
seen at 10:25, 28 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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The study investigates people's perceptions of, and priorities amongst, local environmental problems and how these impact on health and quality of life. It will contribute to the evidence base for the Executive'...
Environment Group Research Findings No. 25/2005 Public Attitudes and Environmental Justice in Scotland
seen at 10:25, 28 October in
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The study investigates people's perceptions of, and priorities amongst, local environmental problems and how these impact on health and quality of life. It will contribute to the evidence base for the Executive'...
Disabled Facilities Grant (Yvette Cooper, Minister of State, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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I would like to make the following statement with regard to the progress of the Government's review of Disabled Facilities Grant. This is an interdepartmental review being conducted jointly between the Office of...
Planning Regulations (Antennas, including Satellite Dishes) (Yvette Cooper, Minister of State, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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Today the Government are laying SI 2005–2935 to change the planning regulations for antennas, including satellite dishes.In April 2003, the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister issued a consultation document, Satellite...
18-week Patient Pathway (Patricia Hewitt, Secretary of State, Department of Health)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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The NHS Improvement Plan gave a commitment that by December 2008 no one will have to wait longer than 18 weeks from general practitioner referral to hospital treatment.Today I am launching a listening exercise on...
Police Performance Assessments 2004–05 (Hazel Blears, Minister of State (Policing, Security and Community Safety), Home Office)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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Today I have published Police Performance Assessments 2004–05 for individual forces in England and Wales. This publication has been brought together by the Police Standards Unit (PSU) and Her Majesty's Inspectorate...
Report of the Chief Electoral Officer for Northern Ireland (Peter Hain, Secretary of State, Office of the Secretary of State for Wales)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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The Chief Electoral Officer for Northern Ireland, Denis Stanley is responsible for all aspects of electoral administration in Northern Ireland, including the conduct of all elections and referendums, as well as ...
Fraud Review (Mike O'Brien, Solicitor General, Law Officers' Department)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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My right hon. Friend the Attorney General has made the following written ministerial statement:"Fraud has been estimated to cost the economy at least £14 billion a year and is an increasing threat to our...
Cold Weather Payments (James Plaskitt, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 09:28, 28 October in
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I am pleased to announce that, following advice from the Meteorological Office, the annual review of the Cold Weather Payments scheme has now been completed. Amending regulations were laid on 7 October and will ...
27 October 2005
European leaders conclude their talks at Hampton Court
seen at 22:41, 27 October in
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Tony Blair and other European leaders have finsihed their discussions at today's informal summit in London. During the day the PM met with the premiers of Turkey and Croatia - both countries hope to join the EU.
PM welcomes constructive EU summit talks
seen at 22:41, 27 October in
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Tony Blair has concluded the Hampton Court summit by speaking about the future direction of the European Union, following discussions held in a 'good spirit'.
Delivering for Health
seen at 18:43, 27 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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Sets out plans for "Building a Health Service Fit for the Future"
New guidelines on long acting contraception
seen at 18:42, 27 October in
NHS News Feed
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Women should be given a greater choice of, and wider information about, contraceptive options according to the organisation which advises the NHS on medicines and their use.
European leaders continue talks at Hampton Court
seen at 18:42, 27 October in
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Tony Blair and other European leaders have concluded their discussions at today's informal summit in London.
European leaders continue talks at Hampton Court
seen at 14:30, 27 October in
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Tony Blair and other European leaders are continuing their discussions at today's informal summit in London.
Seventh Survey of Mathematics 2004
seen at 11:28, 27 October in
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Report on the Seventh AAP Survey of Mathematics (2004)
Health: Winter Mortality
seen at 10:26, 27 October in
Latest UK National Statistics releases
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Excess winter deaths highest for five years
Operation TELIC (Battle Honour Awards) (Adam Ingram, Minister of State (Armed Forces), Ministry of Defence)
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
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In June 2005, Her Majesty The Queen graciously approved the award of a Theatre Honour ('Iraq 2003') and the Battle Honour ('Al Basrah') for units of the British Army. Subsequently, individual Regiments and Corps...
Chronically Sick and Disabled Persons (Liam Byrne, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department of Health)
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
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The annual report for 2004 is being published today and copies have been placed in the Library. The report covers research and development work carried out by or on behalf of any Government Department in relation...
AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (Gareth Thomas, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for International Development)
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
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The Department for International Development (DFID) doubled the UK's funding to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM) at the UK-hosted Replenishment Conference (5–6 September), from &...
Disabled People (Equality) (Anne McGuire, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
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Yesterday, the Disability Discrimination (Public Authorities) (Statutory Duties) Regulations 2005 (SI 2966) were laid before Parliament. These regulations are made under powers in section 49D of the Disability Discrimination...
European leaders gather at Hampton Court for important summit
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
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Tony Blair is hosting an important meeting in London today as part of the
UK's European Union Presidency - we will have full coverage here throughout the day.
Downing Street website offers more on the education White Paper
seen at 09:28, 27 October in
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Today we launch another new film on the PM's views on education - and publish three mini-features explaining core elements of the latest White Paper.
26 October 2005
Morning press briefing from 26 October 2005
seen at 18:39, 26 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Europe
Watch Your health, your care, your say live
seen at 14:46, 26 October in
NHS News Feed
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You can watch democracy in action when the national listening event in Birmingham is broadcast live on the web. On 29 October 1,000 people from around the country will help to shape the future of health and social...
Prime Minister's Question Time 26 October
seen at 14:45, 26 October in
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While Tony Blair was in Strasbourg to address the European Parliament, Leader of the House of Commons Geoff Hoon took PMQs. Find the full story here.
PM says it is time to 'get Europe moving in the right direction'
seen at 14:45, 26 October in
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Tony Blair has spoken to the European Parliament in Strasbourg ahead of tomorrow's informal EU summit in London - find the full story here.
UK Presidency of the European Union: Extraordinary General Affairs and External Relations Council 18 October 2005 (Douglas Alexander, Minister of State (Europe), Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 10:02, 26 October in
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An extraordinary General Affairs and External Relations Council (GAERC) was held on 18 October in Luxembourg. My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary (Mr. Jack Straw) chaired the Council as Presidency. My hon...
BBC World Service (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 10:02, 26 October in
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The BBC World Service has today announced a significant modernisation and reprioritisation of its services to enable it to build on its international pre-eminence. The full text of that announcement can be found...
Watch PMQs live from Parliament today
seen at 09:56, 26 October in
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As Tony Blair is in Strasbourg to address the European Parliament today,
Leader of the House of Commons Geoff Hoon will be taking PMQs. Watch the broadcast here at 1200 BST.
Watch PM's address to European Parliament today
seen at 09:54, 26 October in
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Tony Blair is in Strasbourg to speak to a plenary session of the European
Parliament, ahead of tomorrow's informal EU summit in London. Watch the broadcast here live from 1400 BST.
PM welcomes Norwegian royalty to Number 10
seen at 09:53, 26 October in
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King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway have visited Downing Street as part of
a three-day official visit marking the Nordic nation's 100 years of
independence.
25 October 2005
Morning press briefing from 25 October 2005
seen at 18:40, 25 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Smoking, George Galloway, Bird Flu, EU Parliament and the Informal meeting at Hampton Court, Future Financing, Global Trade and EU Constitution and...
Afternoon press briefing from 25 October 2005
seen at 18:40, 25 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Smoking, Avian Flu and the Informal EU Summit
Downing Street website launches City Academy film
seen at 16:33, 25 October in
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To mark the launch of the latest White Paper on education, we have commissioned an exclusive film which throws the spotlight on the success of the City Academy Bristol.
Government sets out education vision of 'aspiration'
seen at 16:33, 25 October in
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Education should be tailored around the needs of each child with greater choice for parents and more power for schools and teachers - that's the conclusion of the government's latest White Paper.
Afternoon press briefing from 24 October 2005
seen at 14:30, 25 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Smoking Ban, Baghdad, Tripartite Informal Summit, EU Informal Summit and PM's Education Speech
Recorded Crimes and Offences Involving Firearms, Scotland, 2004/05
seen at 10:24, 25 October in
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Statistics on crimes and offences involving firearms recorded by the police, broken down by crime/ offence, type of weapon, etc
Economy: Motor Vehicles
seen at 10:23, 25 October in
Latest UK National Statistics releases
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Total production higher 3 mths to Sept
Afternoon press brieifng from 24 October 2005
seen at 10:22, 25 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Smoking Ban, Baghdad, Tripartite Informal Summit, EU Informal Summit and PM's Education Speech
Performance Targets (Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science) (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:27, 25 October in
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I have set the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (CEFAS) the following Performance Targets for 2005–06.Science1. Fulfil commitments on time, within budget and to agreed standard of quality...
Performance Targets (Central Science Laboratory) (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:27, 25 October in
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I have set the Central Science Laboratory (CSL) the following performance targets for 2005–06:1. To recover the full economic cost of operation on a resource accounting basis, recognising the normal cost of operation...
Performance Targets (Pesticides Safety Directorate) (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:27, 25 October in
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I have set the Pesticides Safety Directorate the following Performance Targets for 2005–06.1. To evaluate pesticide approval applications and contribute to the EU Review programme.2. To develop policy initiatives...
Performance Targets (Veterinary Laboratories Agency) (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:27, 25 October in
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I have set the Veterinary Laboratories Agency (VLA) the following performance targets for 2005–06:Financial1. Achieve full cost recovery.Efficiency1. Deliver 2.5 per cent. efficiency savings.Service Delivery1. Meet...
Performance Targets (Veterinary Medicines Directorate) (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:27, 25 October in
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I have set the Veterinary Medicines Directorate the following Performance Targets for 2005–06.1. To authorise veterinary medicines efficiently, using good science, thus ensuring their safety, quality and efficacy...
Immigration Rules Change — Civil Partnerships (Tony McNulty, Minister of State, Home Office)
seen at 09:26, 25 October in
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The Immigration (Procedure for Formation of Civil Partnerships) Regulations 2005 and the statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules [HC 582] will be laid today and copies will be placed in the Library.The Civil...
South Asia Earthquake (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for International Development)
seen at 09:26, 25 October in
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As each day passes, the true scale of the disaster is becoming clearer. Due to the mountainous nature of the terrain, many areas could not be accessed immediately, and some have still not been reached. The Government...
Sinn Féin (Peter Hain, Secretary of State, Office of the Secretary of State for Wales)
seen at 09:26, 25 October in
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In my Written Statement of 19 October, I said that I had decided to restore Sinn Féin's Assembly allowances with effect from 1 November.As I am required to do by section 95A(2) of the Northern Ireland Act 1998, ...
PM helps mark UN anniversary at St Paul's
seen at 09:26, 25 October in
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Tony Blair has attended a special service of thanksgiving and rededication to mark the 60th anniversary of the United Nations.
24 October 2005
PM holds EU meeting ahead of important summit
seen at 16:34, 24 October in
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Tony Blair has chaired a meeting in London to discuss the challenges of globalisation. The PM will host an EU informal summit at Hampton Court in London this Thursday.
Consultation Paper on the Scotland-Wide Free Bus Travel for Older and Disabled People
seen at 14:33, 24 October in
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Consultation on aspects of the new Scotland-wide free bus scheme for older and disabled people including eligibility criteria and assessment and ferry services.
PM reflects on 'pivotal moment' for education
seen at 14:31, 24 October in
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In a speech at Number 10, Tony Blair said schools in Britain are making good progress but that the time has come to 'lift our ambitions'.
Morning press briefing from 24 October 2005
seen at 14:31, 24 October in
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Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Counter-Terrorism, Birmingham Riots, Syria and Informal European Summit
CMO announces tender for pandemic flu vaccine
seen at 11:29, 24 October in
NHS News Feed
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Drugs companies have been asked to prepare for the production of about 120 million doses of vaccine as part of the Government's revised plans to deal with an influenza pandemic.
PM greets Maltese leader at Number 10
seen at 11:29, 24 October in
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Tony Blair met with Maltese Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi in Downing Street today for talks. Speaking to journalists afterwards, both leaders agreed the two countries had a 'strong relationship.'
The Mental Health of Children and Young People: A Framework for Promotion, Prevention and Care
seen at 10:33, 24 October in
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The Framework has been developed to assist all agencies with planning and delivering integrated approaches to children and young people's mental health.
Registering the Risk
seen at 10:33, 24 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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Review of Notification Requirements, Risk Assessment and Risk Management of Sex Offenders
Insight 23: Motivations for Undertaking the New Social Work Degree
seen at 10:33, 24 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
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In January 2005, the Social Work Services Policy Division of the Scottish Executive commissioned BMRB to undertake research to understand why social work students are undertaking the new social work degree and the...
Children and Young People's Mental Health: A Framework for Promotion, Prevention and Care Draft for Consultation Analysis of Consultation Responses
seen at 10:33, 24 October in
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Consultation analysis report of the draft for consultation on Children and Young People's Mental Health: A Framework for Promotion, Prevention and Care Draft for Consultation December 2004
Higher Education Students (Loans and Grants) (Bill Rammell, Minister of State (Universitites), Department for Education and Skills)
seen at 09:30, 24 October in
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The level of support available to full-time students in the academic year 2006–07 will generally be 2.5 per cent., higher than for 2005–06, in line with forecast price increases. Students entering full-time higher...
Agriculture and Fisheries Council (Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 09:30, 24 October in
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The European Union Agriculture and Fisheries Council will meet in Luxembourg on 24 and 25 October 2005. I will chair the agriculture items with my hon. Friend the Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ben Bradshaw, in ...
British Council Art Exhibitions (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 09:30, 24 October in
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The British Council, although not a Government Department, receives a substantial grant-in-aid from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The Council regularly organises or sponsors exhibitions overseas of works ...
Stephen Lawrence Steering Group (Charles Clarke, Secretary of State, Home Office)
seen at 09:29, 24 October in
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Earlier this year, I asked my officials to carry out a review of race advisory panels within the Home Office to ensure that we are getting the most effective advice. The review recommended we move away from Standing...
Acceptance of Pleas and the Prosecutor's Pledge (Mike O'Brien, Solicitor General, Law Officers' Department)
seen at 09:29, 24 October in
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My right hon. Friend the Attorney-General has made the following written ministerial statement:"The purpose of this ministerial statement is to inform the House that I am today publishing my revised Guidelines on...
Regional Development Agencies (Alun Michael, Minister of State (Industry and the Regions), Department of Trade and Industry)
seen at 09:29, 24 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
On 21 July I laid before Parliament the annual reports and accounts for England's eight Regional Development Agencies (RDAs) outside London for 2004–05 and the RDAs' reported Tier 3 output results for 2004–05. Copies...
Look back at the PM's week
seen at 09:29, 24 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Here we reflect on some of the main business carried out by Tony Blair last week. You will find links which will take you to the relevant story, transcript or photo gallery - as well as a few external links which...
Watch PM's speech on education
seen at 09:29, 24 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair will give a major speech on education at Number 10 today. You will able to watch the event live on this website from 1300 BST onwards.
21 October 2005
Public Sector Pensions
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked if the deal on public sector pensions was not a "bit beer and sandwiches", and why did the Prime Minister allow his capitulation just before Adair Turner made the private sector work for longer, the...
Rory Carroll Kidnapping
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked what the Government's reaction was to the reported kidnapping of the Irish journalist Rory Carroll, the PMOS said that obviously we were concerned by the reports and the Foreign Office would be working with...
Compensation for victims of terrorism
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked to clear up what the Prime Minister answered at PMQs today about compensation to victims of terror, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that what the Prime Minister was saying was that we were...
EU informal summit
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked about the summit, the PMOS said it was very much about debating the issue of how the EU met the challenge of globalisation in order to get the priorities right in the EU before we got to the December...
Suspected Terrorists on bail
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked about bail being granted to 4 terror suspects awaiting deportation, the PMOS said that Hazel Blears had released a statement which whilst expressing disappointment stressed two things. First, that this in ...
Avian Flu meeting
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked about the Prime Minister's Avian Flu meeting the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that the National Farmers' Union (NFU) were putting out a press release. It talked about putting guidance on...
Economy
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked if was the Prime Minister still comfortable that this was the right time to raise the overall tax burden on the economy following today's economic growth figures that showed another slowdown in the third quarter...
Clare Short's Bill
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked what the Government's attitude to Clare Short's Bill requiring a vote in Parliament before troops could be deployed, the PMOS said that the fact of the matter was that there had been a vote before Iraq. As...
Public Sector Pensions deal
seen at 18:55, 21 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked about the article in the Times suggesting displeasure in Downing Street at the way Alan Johnson handled the public sector pensions agreement, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that people...
Look back at the PM's week
seen at 16:54, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Here we reflect on some of the main business carried out by Tony Blair this week. You will find a number of links within the text which will take you to the relevant story, transcript or photo gallery - as well ...
Support for British Nationals Abroad (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
Falling sick, being a victim of crime or facing an emergency are traumatic events under any circumstances. When such problems happen abroad they can be even more difficult and frightening. So there is no more important...
Annual Report of the Animal Procedures Committee 2004 (Andy Burnham, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Home Office)
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
In accordance with Section 20(5) of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986, I have placed the Committee's annual report for 2004 in the Library today. Among other things the report includes;Changes agreed ...
National Offender Management Service — Restructuring Probation (Fiona Mactaggart, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Race Equality, Community Policy and Civil Renewal), Home Office)
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
I am announcing today the publication of a consultation paper setting out the Government's proposals for restructuring probation to reduce re-offending.In January 2004, the Government published "Reducing Crime—Changing...
Government Departmental Briefings for New Members (Geoff Hoon, Lord Privy Seal, House of Commons)
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
Following a request from the hon. Member for Eastleigh (Chris Huhne) in a written question, to which I replied on 18 July 2005, Official Report, Column 1281W, I agreed to facilitate the setting up of briefing sessions...
Pension Credit (Stephen Timms, Minister of State (Pensions), Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
I have today placed in the Library the latest quarterly progress report on pension credit, with figures to the end of June. The report gives the number of households and individuals receiving pension credit overall...
Britain sends RAF Chinooks to help with earthquake relief effort
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Three RAF Chinook helicopters will be sent to Pakistan to help with the earthquake relief effort, part of a further pledge of £20 million of aid announced by the International Development Secretary.
Morning press briefing from 21 October 2005
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Public Sector Pensions deal, Clare Short's Bill and Economy
Government takes teacher advice over 'rudeness and backchat'
seen at 14:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
A wide-ranging package of new proposals put forward by teachers to 'reaffirm respect' in the classroom has been welcomed by Education Secretary Ruth Kelly.
Afternoon press briefing from 20 October 2005
seen at 11:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Avian Flu meeting, Suspected Terrorists on bail and EU informal summit
New Lord-Lieutenant appointed for Gwynedd
seen at 11:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The Queen has been pleased to appoint His Honour Judge Gruffydd Huw Morgan Daniel as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for Gwynedd following the retirement of Professor Eric Sunderland.
Privy Council Appointment
seen at 11:31, 21 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The Queen has been pleased to approve that Dr Ian Paisley MP MLA, be sworn of Her Majesty's most honourable Privy Council.
Economy: GDP Growth
seen at 10:26, 21 October in
Latest UK National Statistics releases
(Our copy).
Economy grows by 0.4% in Q3 2005
Domestic Abuse Wave 8 - 2005 Post - Campaign Evaluation - Summary
seen at 09:29, 21 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
(Our copy).
This Summary provides a post-campaign evaluation of the 2004/05 domestic abuse media camapign.
Domestic Abuse Wave 8 - 2005 Post - Campaign Evaluation
seen at 09:29, 21 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
(Our copy).
This report provides a post-campaign evaluation of the 2004/05 domestic abuse media campaign.
Support for British Nationals Abroad
seen at 09:28, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
Falling sick, being a victim of crime or facing an emergency are traumatic events under any circumstances. When such problems happen abroad they can be even more difficult and frightening. So there is no more important...
Annual Report of the Animal Procedures Committee 2004
seen at 09:28, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
In accordance with Section 20(5) of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986, I have placed the Committee's annual report for 2004 in the Library today. Among other things the report includes;Changes agreed ...
National Offender Management Service — Restructuring Probation
seen at 09:28, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
I am announcing today the publication of a consultation paper setting out the Government's proposals for restructuring probation to reduce re-offending.In January 2004, the Government published "Reducing Crime—Changing...
Government Departmental Briefings for New Members
seen at 09:28, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
Following a request from the hon. Member for Eastleigh (Chris Huhne) in a written question, to which I replied on 18 July 2005, Official Report, Column 1281W, I agreed to facilitate the setting up of briefing sessions...
Pension Credit
seen at 09:28, 21 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
I have today placed in the Library the latest quarterly progress report on pension credit, with figures to the end of June. The report gives the number of households and individuals receiving pension credit overall...
20 October 2005
Avian Flu
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked for further details about this afternoon's meeting on avian flu, the PMOS said it would be better to let the meeting take place first. However, what was important was that the NFU and the Government both understood...
EU Finance
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked why the Prime Minister was "so keen" not to hold any discussions on future financing, the PMOS said that as he had said yesterday, it was a question of getting the horse and the cart in the right order...
EU Informal Summit
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
The PMOS also updated people on the EU Informal Summit. He said that the Prime Minister was formally inviting the EU Leaders today to the Informal Summit, and his letters of invitation set out the objectives and...
Pakistan
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
The Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) drew journalists' attention to the fact that three RAF Chinook helicopters were going out to Pakistan today to help in the region....
PM invites EU leaders to Hampton Court
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair has formally invited EU leaders to a summit in London next week to discuss 'the opportunities and challenges of globalisation'.
PM welcomes biggest rise in GCSE results in over a decade
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The percentage of pupils achieving grades A* to C at GCSE level has risen to 55.7 per cent - the biggest single increase in results in over a decade, new figures have revealed.
Morning press briefing from 20 October 2005
seen at 16:24, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Pakistan, EU Informal Summit, EU Finance and Avian Flu
PM welcomes biggest rise in GCSE results in over a decade
seen at 14:27, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The percentage of pupils achieving grades A* to C at GCSE level has risen to 55.7 per cent - the biggest single increase in results in over a decade.
PM praise for South London School
seen at 14:27, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair and the Education Minister Ruth Kelly met pupils and staff at Dunraven School in Streatham today where the PM congratulated them on its significant achievements in improving GCSE results.
Prime Minister's Question Time 19 October
seen at 11:33, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair has answered questions from MPs in Parliament during his weekly PMQ session. In his opening statement, the PM offered his sympathy to the family of the British soldier killed in Iraq last night.
PM 'determined' to improve school meals
seen at 11:33, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair has told MPs that there was a 'very clear' link between the diet of children and their ability to learn. He was responding to a question during PMQs.
Afternoon press briefing from 19 October 2005
seen at 11:33, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Compensation for victims of terrorism, Rory Carroll Kidnapping, Public Sector Pensions, Conference on tackling Islamic Extremism, Trident and Sinn ...
Prime Minister invites EU leaders to Hampton Court
seen at 11:33, 20 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The Prime Minister has formally invited EU leaders to Hampton Court next week to discuss 'the opportunities and challenges of globalisation'.
Public Knowledge of and Attitudes Towards Social Work in Scotland - Research Findings No 10
seen at 10:31, 20 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
(Our copy).
The aims of the public opinion research were to provide the 21st Century Social Work Review Group with a deeper understanding of public knowledge of and attitudes towards, social workers and social work services...
Economy: Public Sector
seen at 10:30, 20 October in
Latest UK National Statistics releases
(Our copy).
September £3.4 bn current budget deficit
Ecofin
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
On 11 October I chaired the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) in Luxembourg. The Paymaster General, right hon. Dawn Primarolo MP, represented the UK.The Presidency expressed the Council's sympathy, ...
Specialist Services
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
My noble Friend the Minister State (Lord Warner) has made the following written ministerial statement today.I am today setting up a review aimed at helping the National Health Service plan and pay for specialised...
Health and Social Care Regulation
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
The Department has started a wide-ranging review of the regulatory framework for the health and social care sector. This review was announced by the Chancellor in the Budget Report in March 2005, as part of the ...
Influenza Contingency Plan
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
Today the Chief Medical Officer has launched a revised contingency plan for dealing with a possible influenza pandemic. While it is not possible, to predict with any degree of certainty when the next influenza pandemic...
Identity Cards
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
The Home Office Identity Cards Programme will publish today "Procurement Strategy Market Sounding" documents.These documents support an exercise for gaining input and views from the supply market to validate the...
Code of Practice for Victims of Crime
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
The Government is laying the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime before Parliament today. The Code of Practice is part of the Government's programme of work to offer better support and advice to victims of crime...
Independent Monitoring Commission
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
I have received the Seventh Report of the Independent Monitoring Commission (IMC). This report has been made under Articles 4 and 7 of the International Agreement that established the Commission and it reports on...
Health Strategy (Working-age People)
seen at 09:28, 20 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Health and I have today published a paper "Health, Work and Wellbeing—Caring for our Future. A strategy for the health and wellbeing of working age people". The report...
19 October 2005
IMC Report
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked for a reaction to the report, the PMOS said that there would be a reaction after it was published from Peter Hain and his Irish counterpart who were attending the British-Irish Conference in Dublin....
EU Informal Summit
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked about the informal summit, the PMOS said that it was about putting bones on the Prime Minister's June speech about the future of Europe in terms of facing the challenge of globalisation and economic reform...
Soldier's Deaths in Iraq
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked if there was any comment on the 97th British military fatality in Iraq, the PMOS said that the Prime Minister believed that the people of Iraq had showed at the weekend by turning out to vote in a democratic...
Stephen Byers
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Downing Street Says
(Our copy).
Asked for the Government's view on Stephen Byers being referred to the Commons Standards and Privileges Committee, the PMOS said that it was a matter for the House to discuss. Asked if the Prime Minister was satisfied...
Ofsted welcomes 'encouraging picture' in schools
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
The government say the annual report from the English education watchdog's annual report highlights the improvements being made in the school system.
Morning press briefing from 19 October 2005
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Stephen Byers, Soldier's Deaths in Iraq, EU Informal Summit and IMC Report
PM 'determined' to improve school meals
seen at 16:28, 19 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair told MPs today that there was a 'very clear' link between the diet of children and their ability to learn. He was responding to a question during PMQs.
Further Education in Scotland
seen at 14:29, 19 October in
The Scottish Government Publications - Latest
(Our copy).
Annual Review of the Further Education Sector in Scotland
Prime Minister's Question Time 19 October
seen at 14:27, 19 October in
Number 10 » News Stories
(Our copy).
Tony Blair answered questions from MPs today in Parliament during his weekly PMQ session. In his opening statement, the PM offered his sympathy to the family of the British soldier killed in Iraq last night.
Judicial Appointments Commission
seen at 09:24, 19 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
My noble Friend the Secretary of State has made the following written ministerial statement:"I am pleased to announce that Her Majesty the Queen has appointed Baroness Prashar of Runnymede as the first Chairman ...
Government Indemnity Scheme
seen at 09:24, 19 October in
Written Ministerial Statements
(Our copy).
The provision for the Government Indemnity Scheme is made by the National Heritage Act 1980. The scheme facilitates public access to loans of works of art and other objects for public display made to museums, galleries...