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28 February 2006

Foreign office appoints new permanent secretary
seen at 22:26, 28 February in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
Following a civil service-wide competition for the post of Permanent Under Secretary at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Sir Peter Ricketts has been appointed in succession to Sir Michael Jay, who will be retiring...
New advice for employers on involving workers in health and safety management
seen at 18:33, 28 February in Health and Safety Executive News - national (Our copy).
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) today launches new resources for employers to help them involve workers in health and safety management. Published as part of a new "worker involvement" website the tools provide...
Cc publishes draft undertakings on divestment of somerfield stores
seen at 18:30, 28 February in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission (CC) is today publishing, for the purpose of consultation, draft undertakings agreed with Somerfield for divestment of stores identified in its report of 2 September 2005.
Education Bill
seen at 18:24, 28 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked why the Secretary of State should retain a veto power on new schools being set up by councils, the PMOS replied that it was at least three weeks since the Government had set out its position on this issue:...
Economy
seen at 18:24, 28 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if he had anything further on EU money for the Palestinian Authority, the PMOS replied that discussions were continuing on this issue, that it was a complex issue, in that it was a question of multiple elements...
Deaths of British Soldiers in Iraq
seen at 18:24, 28 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister was aware of the deaths of two British soldiers in Al-Amarah the PMOS said that sadly once again he was aware of the deaths. He understood that there had been an incident in Al-Amarah...
Tessa Jowell
seen at 18:24, 28 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if Sir Gus O'Donnell had come to any conclusions, and would there be any reply today, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that as he had said yesterday, Sir Gus O'Donnell would reply when he...
Hse announces new timetable for construction design regulations
seen at 16:33, 28 February in Health and Safety Executive News - national (Our copy).
Today, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) announced the revised Construction (Design and Management) (CDM) Regulations would be implemented in Spring 2007. The Regulations will revise and bring together provisions...
Morning press briefing from 28 February 2006
seen at 16:25, 28 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Tessa Jowell, Deaths of British Soldiers in Iraq, Economy, Palestine and Education Bill
People and Place: Regeneration Policy Statement: Summary
seen at 14:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Summary document of Scottish Executive Regeneration Statement, launched February 2006
Oft intervenes to prevent lme squeezing competition
seen at 14:33, 28 February in Office of Fair Trading News - national (Our copy).
The OFT yesterday, 27 February, issued an interim measures direction to the London Metal Exchange (LME) to prevent LME from extending the hours of trading on its electronic trading platform, LME Select. The OFT ...
Fire deaths continue to fall fire statistics monitor: covering period up to 30 june 2005
seen at 14:32, 28 February in Office of the Deputy Prime Minister News - national (Our copy).
The latest national fire statistics covering the 12-month period up to 30 June 2005 continue to show a fall in the total number of fire related deaths - now the lowest since 1958.
Lord falconer re-appoints law commissioner for second term
seen at 14:27, 28 February in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).
Lord Falconer, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs, today announced the appointment for a second term of Stuart Bridge as a Law Commissioner.
Knowledge network to give uk bioscience industry a competitive edge
seen at 14:25, 28 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
A new partnership between business, research and technology organisations and universities to give UK bioscience an edge as global markets become ever more competitive, will be launched today by the Rt. Hon Alun...
PM pens letter to climate change coalition
seen at 14:23, 28 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Dealing with the challenges facing the environment should be at the top of the agenda for this generation of world leaders, Tony Blair has said ahead of a meeting with Stop Climate Chaos.
Wiltshire motor dealer refused consumer credit licence by oft
seen at 11:32, 28 February in Office of Fair Trading News - national (Our copy).
The OFT has decided to refuse the application for a consumer credit licence of a Wiltshire motor dealer, Devizes Motor Company Limited, which trades under the name of Pickwick Car Centre.
Manchester estate agent banned
seen at 11:32, 28 February in Office of Fair Trading News - national (Our copy).
The OFT has decided to make a prohibition order against Manchester estate agent Martin Corrick Levy, banning him from engaging in estate agency work. The order will not come into effect until the end of an appeals...
Asylum applications at lowest level for more than a decade
seen at 11:30, 28 February in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
Asylum applications fell in 2005 to their lowest level since 1994 and the number of removals increased for the fourth consecutive quarter, according to statistics published by the Home Office today.
Jim knight announces £250,000 for national wildlife crime unit
seen at 11:25, 28 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Biodiversity Minister Jim Knight today announced £250,000 to set up a National Wildlife Crime Unit to gather intelligence on and investigate wildlife crime throughout the UK.
Pensions reform will be a good deal for consumers - hutton
seen at 11:24, 28 February in Department for Work and Pensions News - national (Our copy).
Consumers stand to save thousands as the financial services industry pledges to reduce pension scheme costs in response to Lord Turner's proposed National Pension Savings Scheme (NPSS).
Afternoon press briefing from 27 February 2006
seen at 11:22, 28 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Education Bill and Tessa Jowell
Statistical Publications Notice- Scottish Household Survey 2005 Quarter 3 Release
seen at 10:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Scottish Household Survey Quarter 3 Release 2005
Pupils in Scotland, 2005
seen at 10:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Pupil Census September 2005 Results
People and Place: Regeneration Policy Statement
seen at 10:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Scottish Executive Regeneration Statement, launched February 2006
Housing Trends in Scotland: Quarter Ending 30 September 2005
seen at 10:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Publication of Housing Trends in Scotland: Quarter Ending 30 Sept 2005
A Science Strategy for Scotland 2001: Progress Report
seen at 10:35, 28 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Scottish Executive progress report on "A Science Strategy for Scotland 2001"
Touhig: young and old will come together for britain's first veterans day
seen at 10:32, 28 February in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The nation will say thank-you to its veterans this summer with the launch of Britain's annual Veterans Day. Veterans' Minister Don Touhig announced today that young and old will join together on June 27 for a national...
Solid low level radioactive waste: consultation on its long term management
seen at 10:27, 28 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Proposals for dealing with solid low level radioactive waste have been published today for consultation.
New taskforce formed to help companies move to greener practices
seen at 10:26, 28 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
A new business taskforce has been brought together to identify ways in which companies can move to more sustainable consumption and production practices.
Alun michael unveils a new plan for spending structural funds in the uk
seen at 10:26, 28 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
A wide-ranging consultation to identify the top UK priorities for EU Structural Funds spending across the UK from 2007 to 2013 was launched today by Alun Michael, Minister of State for Industry and the Regions.
Publication of dwp research report : 326
seen at 10:25, 28 February in Department for Work and Pensions News - national (Our copy).
PREPARED BY THE DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS INFORMATION AND ANALYSIS DIRECTORATE
Migration: Asylum Seekers
seen at 10:24, 28 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Applications fall 2% in Quarter 4 2005
Tax Avoidance (Dawn Primarolo, Paymaster General, HM Treasury)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
Legislation to prevent companies making arrangements in order to obtain corporation tax relief in the UK for losses of a company established outside of the UK will be introduced in the Finance Bill 2006. The legislation...
Tax Law Rewrite Project (John Healey, Financial Secretary, HM Treasury)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
I am pleased to tell the House that the Government's Tax Law Rewrite project will soon reach another major milestone. Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs will shortly publish a draft of the project's fourth Bill, ...
ECOFIN: 14 February 2006 (Gordon Brown, Chancellor of the Exchequer, HM Treasury)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
At its meeting of 14 February 2006 the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) adopted Opinions on the Stability Programmes of Belgium, Luxembourg and Austria and on the Convergence Programmes of Estonia...
Hearing the Relatives of Murder and Manslaughter Victims (Harriet Harman, Minister of State, Department for Constitutional Affairs)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State and Lord Chancellor (Lord Falconer of Thoroton) has made the following ministerial statement:"On 1 September 2005 we published a consultation paper 'Hearing ...
FA Cup Final (Tessa Jowell, Secretary of State, Department for Culture, Media & Sport)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
On 21 February 2006, the Football Association (FA) confirmed that the venue of the 2006 FA Cup Final will be the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff rather than, as everyone had hoped, Wembley Stadium.Although Multiplex...
Women and Work Commission (Tessa Jowell, Secretary of State, Department for Culture, Media & Sport)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
I am pleased to inform the House that today the Prime Minister received the final report of the Women and Work Commission: "Shaping a Fairer Future". The Women and Work Commission was launched on 27 September 2004...
Zimbabwe (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
The General Affairs and External Relations Council decided on 30 January to renew the European Union's sanctions against the Government of Zimbabwe, with effect from 21 February, for a further 12 months. The European...
Boris Berezovsky (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
Russian citizen Boris Abramovich Berezovsky was granted asylum in the UK in 2003, as is public knowledge. The grant of asylum to Mr. Berezovsky was made after due assessment by the relevant authorities of his case...
Irish Sailors and Soldiers Land Trust (Jack Straw, Secretary of State, Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
I am today announcing the winding up of the Irish Sailors and Soldiers Land Trust (ISSLT) in accordance with the Irish Sailors and Soldiers Land Trust Act 1987. The ISSLT was founded in 1922 to provide support for...
Gleneagles Implementation Plan for Africa (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for International Development)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
In my written statement of 12 December, I set out the Government's commitment to ensuring that the pledges on Africa and development made at the G8 Summit at Gleneagles in July are implemented. The Gleneagles Implementation...
Priority Funding Packages (Angela Smith, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Northern Ireland Office)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
My hon. Friend the Minister of State for Northern Ireland (Lord Rooker) has made the following ministerial statement:"The Northern Ireland Priorities and Budget 2006–08, launched on 14 December 2005, established...
Discretionary Social Fund (James Plaskitt, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 09:22, 28 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
The Secretary of State will be making a number of minor changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 3 April 2006. The improvements included in this amendment to directions and guidance has been made...
Oft hunts the web for traps online
seen at 02:28, 28 February in Office of Fair Trading News - national (Our copy).
TV 'Bad Girl' launches OFT internet sweep and web chat
Military readiness increasing
seen at 02:27, 28 February in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The Public Affairs Committee report into Military Readiness describes the MoD's system for defining measuring and reporting readiness as 'sophisticated'. The report was welcomed by Armed Forces Minister, the Rt ...
Government response to report on tackling childhood obesity
seen at 02:23, 28 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Ministers from across government responded today to a report by the National Audit Office, Audit Commission and Healthcare Commission on progress towards meeting the government's public service agreement to halt...

27 February 2006

PM celebrates NHS "choice" at Number 10
seen at 22:23, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Patients in the NHS need to feel that they are being treated as individuals to "empower" them within the system, Tony Blair has said a special Number 10 reception.
"Bold steps needed for fair trade" - PM
seen at 22:23, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Both risks and opportunities exist in liberalising trade for developing countries, the PM has said in an open letter to a new campaigning coalition.
PM pens letter to climate change coalition
seen at 22:23, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Dealing with the challenges facing the environment should be at the top of the agenda for this generation of world leaders, Tony Blair has said.
Winter gritting continues on motorways and major roads as more snow is forecast
seen at 18:27, 27 February in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Gritting of motorways and major roads will continue this week with the Met Office forecasting more wintry weather for the UK, the Highways Agency said today.
Free advisory service on health and safety for small businesses goes live
seen at 16:28, 27 February in Health and Safety Executive News - national (Our copy).
New service to reduce estimated £10 billion cost to UK economy
Reshuffle
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if it was known when, or who, the new Cabinet Minister for Social Exclusion might be, the PMOS said that it would be decided at an appropriate time. Asked if there were plans to replace the junior Transport...
Women and Work
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked that if the Prime Minister was committed to fair dealings with women in the workplace, why didn't he pay Meg Munn a salary, the PMOS replied that throughout the period in Government, since 1997, there had ...
Power Report
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what the Prime Minister's view was about the Power Report, the PMOS said that there were many issues dealt within the Power Report. They were all matters that were debated as much within Parties as between...
Education
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister was involved in any way in the Education Bill's preparation, the PMOS said that he was involved today in the seminar today with the local authority leaders. It was an opportunity for ...
Ken Livingstone
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the suspension of the Mayor for four weeks meant that he was unnecessary to run London, the PMOS replied that in terms of the decision on Friday, he had nothing further to add. Put that there were reports...
Tessa Jowell
seen at 16:21, 27 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister gave his full support to Tessa Jowell, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) replied: yes. Put that as the Prime Minister was the sole arbiter of the Ministerial Code, had he...
Morning press briefing from 27 February 2006
seen at 16:20, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Tessa Jowell, Ken Livingstone, Education, Power Report, Women and Work and Reshuffle
New code of professional standards for the police
seen at 14:28, 27 February in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
Equality, accountability and professionalism are at the heart of a new Code of Professional Standards for the police service, Home Office Minister Hazel Blears announced today.
Air quality experts announce new air quality guidelines for halogens and hydrogen halides
seen at 14:24, 27 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Air quality experts have today published new guidelines for halogens and hydrogen halides for protecting human health.
"the country needs a thriving and profitable farming industry" - beckett
seen at 14:24, 27 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
We need a thriving and profitable farming industry to produce our food, to deliver the landscapes we value and to help meet our future energy needs, Margaret Beckett, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and...
Review published on infected blood products
seen at 14:24, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
A review in to how patients were infected with Hepatitis C and HIV through contaminated blood in the 1970s and early 1980s, was published today.
Disabled people given key role in government policy making
seen at 14:23, 27 February in Department for Work and Pensions News - national (Our copy).
Disabled people will have the chance to work directly with the Government as part of a new Advisory Group set up to help establish a national forum representing the interests of disabled people in policy and services...
"Change culture to help women at work" - PM
seen at 14:21, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Ending "gender segregation" in the workplace could benefit the economy by as much as £23 billion, a new report has found.
A fine mess: 40% of fines for littering remain unpaid
seen at 11:24, 27 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Local authorities in England issued an average of just 56 fines each for environmental crimes such as littering and dog fouling last year. What is more, only around half of them were paid.
Radical programme to end decades of jobs and pay unfairness for women
seen at 11:23, 27 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
Women and Work Commission say better use of women's skills key to economic prosperity
Auctions for Conservation Contracts: A Review of the Theoretical and Empirical Literature
seen at 11:08, 27 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report aims to provide SEERAD with a comprehensive review of the literature on conservation contract design and the use of auctions in agri-environmental policy and natural resource management.
Tsunami one-year on: a statement from international development secretary hilary benn
seen at 11:08, 27 February in Department for International Development - national (Our copy).
"A year ago today a devastating earthquake and tsunami took the lives of over 300,000 people across South Asia and East Africa. The impact of this disaster is still felt today. Many people not only lost loved ones...
Jowell to drive forward programme to tackle pay unfairness to women
seen at 11:00, 27 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
The PM today appointed Minister for Women Tessa Jowell as the Cabinet champion to produce an action plan after the publication of a wide ranging and important Women and Work Commission Report Shaping A Fairer Future...
Welsh renewables key to achieving 2010 target
seen at 11:00, 27 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
With up to 76 onshore windfarms in the planning, Wales has the potential to meet up to 18 per cent of its electricity demand from renewables and will play a vital role in achieving the UK target of 10% electricity...
Cmo launches new website giving vital information to people considering cosmetic surgery
seen at 10:22, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Chief Medical Officer Sir Liam Donaldson today launched a new website providing important information for people considering cosmetic surgery. Last year Sir Liam asked Harry Cayton, Director for Patients and the...
New members of the human genetics commission appointed
seen at 10:21, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister Jane Kennedy and Science Minister Lord Sainsbury today announced the appointment of seven new members to the Human Genetics Commission.   
Colds, coughs and contraception set to bring the nhs its busiest ever christmas
seen at 10:21, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Based on an England-wide survey of visits to Walk-in Centres last Christmas Day and hits and calls to NHS Direct over the last festive period, over a quarter of a million people could be using NHS out-of-hours services...
New pilot programmes to help people who lack capacity
seen at 10:21, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health minister Rosie Winterton today announced the seven organisations that have been chosen to pilot the new Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) role. From January 2006, pilot IMCA advocates will provide...
More people to benefit from nicotine replacement therapy
seen at 10:21, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister Jane Kennedy today announced that Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) will be available to more people than ever before, following a change in the guidance for its use.   
Nhs waiting list figures - 30 november 2005
seen at 10:20, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
PREPARED BY THE GOVERNMENT STATISTICAL SERVICE   
Nhs reform delivers shortest ever waits
seen at 10:20, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Six month maximum wait target will be met: Lord Warner   
Patient choice becomes a reality across the nhs
seen at 10:20, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
From the New Year, for the first time in the history of the NHS, all eligible patients across England will have the right to exercise choice over where and when they get hospital treatment.   
Patient choice becomes a reality across the nhs
seen at 10:20, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
From the New Year, for the first time in the history of the NHS, all eligible patients across England will have the right to exercise choice over where and when they get hospital treatment.   
First month of chlamydia screening on the high street a success
seen at 10:19, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Over 6,000 test kits have been handed out in Boots stores across the capital in the first month of a pilot aimed to make chlamydia testing more accessible for 16-24 year old men and women.   
Growing number of older people are now living independently
seen at 10:19, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
New technology helps provide support to let people live at home   
Government dishes up recipes for health and romance
seen at 10:19, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Almost a third (33%) of 16-24 year olds admit they have passed off a ready meal as their own creation when they wanted to impress someone according to a Department of Health Survey out today. The survey, conducted...
2006 - a year of transition, a year of reform
seen at 10:19, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt will today set out the key challenges for the NHS for 2006.   
2006 - a year of transition, a year of reform - amended version
seen at 10:19, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
AMENDED VERSION   
Respect drive targets troublesome families
seen at 10:18, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Police and local authorities will have tough new powers to deal with families who blight communities with unacceptable behaviour, said Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt during a visit to Kings College Hospital in...
Hewitt declares support for the next wave of foundation trust applicants
seen at 10:18, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt today declared her support for 18 more NHS trusts wanting to apply for foundation status.   
Uk pledges £20 million to help poorer countries prepare for a flu pandemic
seen at 10:18, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
UK Health Minister Rosie Winterton today met with her international counterparts at an International Pledging Conference in Beijing to pledge £20 million over the next three years to help poorer countries...
Lift off for more doctors' surgeries and health centres
seen at 10:18, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
£1/4 billion wave of new NHS community services set to open this year   
Government sets up working groups to deliver personalised social care
seen at 10:17, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Brand new roles in social care could be created as part of a government review of the social care workforce called Options for Excellence. A number of working groups will also explore increasing the supply and improving...
Creating tomorrow whilst managing today
seen at 10:17, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
TRANSITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS IN THE NHS AND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH   
Statement responding to the outcome of the sue axon judicial review which challenged the department of health's guidance on confidentiality for under
seen at 10:17, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Public Health Minister Caroline Flint said:   
Now arriving at platform one - the uk's first nhs commuter centres
seen at 10:17, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
First new centres for patients on the move improve access to GPs and nurses   
More patients to get access to cutting-edge medical therapies under new health research strategy
seen at 10:17, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister, Jane Kennedy today announced a new health research strategy aimed at giving patients better access to ground-breaking new medicines and treatments, and supporting researchers carrying out health...
Hewitt announces action to turnaround nhs finances
seen at 10:16, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Teams of financial specialists are to be sent into 18 NHS organisations facing the greatest financial risks, a new report published today by Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt reveals.   
Hewitt launches manual to help guide nhs through reform process
seen at 10:16, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
New guidance includes plans to get the NHS back in the black   
Better services and more choice, on your doorstep
seen at 10:16, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Secretary Patricia Hewitt today announced a fundamental shift in focus that will provide integrated health and social care services in local communities and closer to people's homes.   
£8m to develop nhs innovations
seen at 10:16, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
NHS Trusts are set to benefit from the injection of £8million to develop innovative medical devices and procedures to improve NHS patient care.   
Proposals set out to allow free vote on smoke free public places
seen at 10:15, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Ministers have today put forward alternative options on how far to extend the smoking ban in public places. This follows the decision to give MPs a free vote at Report Stage of the Health Bill, taking place later...
Nhs waiting will be history says hewitt
seen at 10:15, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
NHS hits key target on waiting   
Statistical press notice: waiting list figures
seen at 10:15, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Main Points This Month   
Mrsa: "trusts must do better" says minister
seen at 10:15, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Support teams to be sent into 20 trusts   
Workers to be registered to tackle elder abuse
seen at 10:14, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Over 750,000 care workers looking after vulnerable older people, adults and children will be registered, trained and vetted for the first time, Liam Byrne, Care Services Minister announced today.   
Skills for care speech - liam byrne, care services minister (check against delivery)
seen at 10:14, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
SKILLS FOR CARE SPEECH - LIAM BYRNE, CARE SERVICES MINISTER (CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY)   
Pneumococcal vaccine added to the childhoood immunisation programme; more protection against meningitis and septicaemia
seen at 10:13, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Improved childhood immunisation schedule to maximise protection against Meningitis C and Hib   
Top tips for gps and primary care staff on practice-based commissioning
seen at 10:13, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The Department of Health today published a booklet by professional leaders of top tips, practical ideas and case studies which GPs, practice staff, allied health professionals and other primary care staff can use...
Long term leadership strategy
seen at 10:13, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Ministers and industry chiefs discuss pharmaceutical industry investment in the UK   
"smoking doesn't just affect you"
seen at 10:13, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
New campaign shows tragic consequences of smoking for one family   
Statistical press notice: nhs smoking services
seen at 10:12, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Health and Social Care Information Centre:   
Helping the nhs to be a good corporate citizen
seen at 10:12, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Minister launches NHS Good Corporate Citizenship Self-assessment Model   
White paper closer to home working group launched
seen at 10:11, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Royal Colleges provide expertise to bring healthcare closer to home   
Stronger voice for patients
seen at 10:11, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Concluding the PPI review   
Growing interest in caring careers according to new data
seen at 10:11, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
National social work and social care recruitment drive launched today   
Nhs capital allocations for 2006/7
seen at 10:11, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
£2bn of funding includes a 50% cash boost for the mental health estate   
Independent sector treatment centres are helping to transform patient care - hewitt
seen at 10:10, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
New report shows impact of programme as PM and Health Secretary welcome new network representing the sector   
Accident and emergency attendances
seen at 10:10, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
STATISTICAL PRESS NOTICE   
Nhs joins with police and health and safety executive to improve investigations
seen at 10:10, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Better support and information for patients and relatives, improved co-ordination between services and improved learning from errors   
Nhs takes next step in tackling hidden waiting lists
seen at 10:09, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister Rosie Winterton today announced the next step in helping the NHS deliver the fastest ever access to NHS hospital treatment.   
Communications research and evaluation published
seen at 10:09, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The Department of Health today published summaries of opinion polls and media evaluation on its website, as part of its commitment to listening to and engaging with the public, patients and staff about what they...
Contract award for purchase of h5n1 vaccine
seen at 10:09, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister, Rosie Winterton today announced the award of contracts to Baxter and Chiron for supplies of around 3.5 million doses of H5N1 vaccine. The announcement was made as EU Health Ministers attended a ...
Nhs to help patients help themselves
seen at 10:09, 27 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
NHS and social care organisations are being given extra support in helping millions of people with long term conditions manage their health better and stay out of hospital, in a new guide published today by the ...
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)2)53 Lanarkshire Multi Agency First Stop Shop
seen at 09:43, 27 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To develop the optimum model for a Multi Agency First Stop Shop, including back office support, which would be transferable to all Authority areas
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)2)49 Grampian Equipment and Adaptation Service
seen at 09:42, 27 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To creata a "Grampian Equipment and Adaptation Service".
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)1)46 Clyde Valley Workforce Training
seen at 09:42, 27 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To produce better outputs with better input in workforce training within Clyde Valley authorities.
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)1)43 Aberdeen Shared HR
seen at 09:42, 27 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To achieve effective, efficient and economic benefits across Personnel Services in the areas of training and development, recruitment and selection and occupational Health Provision.
Take part in our exclusive education webchat
seen at 09:23, 27 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Downing Street website will be holding an exclusive online Q and A this week with Jacqui Smith, the minister responsible for schools. Make your voice heard!
Committee disappointed at 'an opportunity missed' on ministerial public appointments. welcome for local government changes - government replies to its
seen at 09:14, 27 February in Committee On Standards In Public Life News - national (Our copy).
The Committee on Standards in Public Life regrets the failure of Government to accept its recommendations on clarifying, simplifying, and making more transparent the rules on Ministerial involvement in senior public...
Committee begins its eleventh inquiry into the electoral commission - issues and questions paper published
seen at 09:14, 27 February in Committee On Standards In Public Life News - national (Our copy).
The Committee on Standards in Public Life is today publishing a consultation paper setting out the key issues and questions on which it intends to focus during its Eleventh Inquiry into the mandate, governance and...
Tough new laws to tackle election fraud
seen at 05:25, 27 February in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).
The Government will this week introduce into the House of Commons new laws to prevent postal vote fraud.
Supporting the middle east peace process through economic development
seen at 02:27, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
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 ...
Uk official holdings of international reserves
seen at 02:27, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Part I: UK Government Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities - September 2005   
Chancellor announces gift aid boost for charities
seen at 02:23, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Following the unprecedented number of telephone donations to charity during and since the tsunami appeal, the Government will make it easier for charities to claim Gift Aid on those donations, the Chancellor of ...
Adviser to the government on the economics of climate change and development
seen at 02:23, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Sir Nicholas Stern FBA, currently Second Permanent Secretary at HM Treasury, has been appointed by the Prime Minister as Adviser to the Government on the economics of climate change and development. In this role...
Uk and china share vision on response to globalisation
seen at 02:22, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, and Chinese Finance Minister, Jin Renqing, today launched a joint paper - Responding to Global Economic Challenges - setting out the opportunities and challenges presented...
Bank of england appointments
seen at 02:21, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Following today's announcement by the Bank of England that Sir Andrew Large is to retire as Deputy Governor (Financial Stability), the Queen has been pleased to appoint, under the Bank of England Act 1998, Sir John...
Uk official holdings of international reserves:
seen at 02:21, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Part I: UK Government Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities - October 2005   
Hm treasury appointments
seen at 02:21, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Following a Whitehall-wide competition, Mark Neale has been appointed Managing Director of the Treasury's Budget, Tax and Welfare Directorate. He will take up his appointment on Monday 12 December.   
John healey launches social enterprise day
seen at 02:21, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
To mark the launch of the first Social Enterprise Day, and as part of Enterprise Week, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, John Healey MP today hosted a Social Enterprise Coalition breakfast meeting at HM Treasury...
Chancellor announces new summer schools for enterprise
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, today set out plans for Britain's first ever Enterprise Summer School pathfinders. The schools will be set up in every region of England, and in Scotland and Northern...
Chancellor announces new summer schools for enterprise
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, today set out plans for Britain's first ever Enterprise Summer School pathfinders. The schools will be set up in every region of England, and in Scotland and Northern...
Winter supplementary estimates 2005-06
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Winter Supplementary Estimates, presented to the House of Commons today, seek £3,184 million in resources and £4,678 million in cash. The Estimates seek increased resources and cash for existing...
Chancellor of the exchequer, gordon brown, speaking at a catholic agency for overseas development (cafod) rally in manchester at 19:00, 17 november 20
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against Delivery   
Government launches work on england 2018 world cup bid
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Government has launched a study into the feasibility of holding the FIFA World Cup in England in 2018, as the first stage in a potential bid by the Football Association to host the tournament.   
Chancellor of the exchequer, gordon brown's, speech to the institute of directors in london on 24 november, at 20.45
seen at 02:20, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against delivery   
Speech by the rt. hon. gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer, at the cbi annual conference in london
seen at 02:19, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against delivery   
Chancellor announces intellectual property review
seen at 02:18, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor announced that Andrew Gowers, former Editor of the Financial Times, would lead an independent review into intellectual property rights in the UK.   
Supporting growth in innovation: next steps for the r&d tax credit
seen at 02:18, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Treasury publications and information area available on the Treasury website at www.hm-treasury.gov.uk   
Improving the nation's health, increasing the nation's wealth: a new deal for medical research
seen at 02:18, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, and the Health Secretary, Patricia Hewitt, today set out measures to improve the nation's health and increase the nation's wealth by making the UK a world-class environment...
Globalisation and the uk: strength and opportunity to meet the economic challenge
seen at 02:17, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Treasury publications and information area available on the Treasury website at www.hm-treasury.gov.uk   
Sir george cox sets out his response to the challenge of exploiting the uk's world-class creative capabilities more fully
seen at 02:17, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Sir George Cox has today published his review of creativity and design in UK business. The Cox Review of Creativity in Business: building on the UK's strengths was concerned with ensuring that UK businesses - SMEs...
A vision for a reformed common agricultural policy
seen at 02:17, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Launching their joint paper, A Vision for Common Agricultural Policy, Gordon Brown and Margaret Beckett made the following statement:   
Speech by the rt hon gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer at the advancing enterprise conference in london
seen at 02:17, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against delivery   
Eu and us agree priorities for future cooperation on financial markets regulation
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown today met with US Treasury Secretary John Snow and European Commissioner Charlie McCreevy to discuss progress in the EU-US Financial Markets Regulatory Dialogue and ...
Statement by g7 finance ministers and central bank governors, london 2-3 december 2005
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Issued on behalf of UKG72005   
Uk official holdings of international reserves
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Part I: UK Government Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities - November 2005   
Britain meeting the global challenge: enterprise, fairness and responsibility
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Government's economic objective is to build a strong economy and a fair society, where there is opportunity and security for all.   
Income tax allowances, national insurance contributions, child and working tax credit rates 2006-07 and fuel duties
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Rates and allowances for the Working and Child Tax Credits, Child Benefit/Guardian's Allowance, Income Tax, National Insurance Contributions and fuel duties are set out below.   
Protecting tax revenues
seen at 02:16, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
A package of measures aimed at tackling tax fraud and avoidance was announced by the Chancellor today. These measures will protect the tax system from abuse and ensure that an unfair burden does not fall on the ...
Investment in housing and property
seen at 02:15, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
THE GOVERNMENT'S RESPONSE TO KATE BARKER'S REVIEW OF HOUSING   
The leitch review
seen at 02:15, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Skills in the UK: The long term challenge   
Budget report statement to the house of commons delivered by the rt hon gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer
seen at 02:15, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against delivery   
Appointment of chancellors representative for promotion of the city
seen at 02:15, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
After three years as Managing Director of Finance, Regulation and Industry, James Sassoon has decided to leave HM Treasury in the New Year. However, he will retain links with the Treasury in a newly created part...
Chancellor pledges $400 million of european and us support for regeneration of palestinian economy
seen at 02:15, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, today welcomed a Joint Declaration from Israeli and Palestinian business leaders urging private sector growth in the West Bank and Gaza.   
The hugo young memorial lecture 2005 by the rt. hon. gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer, at chatham house, london
seen at 02:14, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check Against Delivery   
Speech by the rt hon gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer, at new york university,
seen at 02:14, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check against delivery   
Imf report on uk economic performance
seen at 02:14, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
In the concluding statement to its Article IV examination of the UK economy, the IMF stated today:   
Hm treasury appointments
seen at 02:14, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Following a Whitehall-wide competition, John Kingman has been appointed Managing Director of the Treasury's Finance and Industry Directorate. Currently Director of the Treasury's Enterprise and Growth Unit, John...
Uk official holdings of international reserves:december 2005
seen at 02:14, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Part I: UK Government Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities - December 2005   
Respect drive targets troublesome families
seen at 02:13, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Police and local authorities will have tough new powers to deal with families who blight communities with unacceptable behaviour, according to the Government's Respect Action Plan, launched today.   
Chief executive and deputy master of the royal mint
seen at 02:13, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
As of today, the Chief Executive and Deputy Master of the Royal Mint, Gerald Sheehan, is leaving after four years in order to pursue other interests. Gerald has been instrumental in introducing changes to enable...
Chancellor announces extra winter help for pensioners
seen at 02:13, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, met with pensioners in London today and set out the increased range of financial support and assistance from the Government to help older people keep warm, healthy ...
Appointment of members to the statistics commission
seen at 02:13, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
John Healey, Financial Secretary to the Treasury, has today appointed Mr Joly Dixon CMG and Dr Isabelle Low to the Statistics Commission. He has also re-appointed two existing members, Professor Sir Kenneth Calman...
Dr greenspan to become honorary adviser to chancellor gordon brown
seen at 02:13, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Treasury today announces that Dr Alan Greenspan KBE has agreed to be Honorary Adviser to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Gordon Brown.   
Primarolo hails success of flexible tax credit system
seen at 02:12, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Paymaster General Dawn Primarolo today set out how, with the success of the tax credit system, the Government is responding to the challenge of the global economy: matching flexibility with fairness to achieve the...
Uk official holdings of international reserves:
seen at 02:12, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Part I: UK Government Foreign Currency Assets and Liabilities - January 2006   
Chancellor strengthens measures to combat terrorist financing
seen at 02:12, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, today set out new measures to strengthen further the financial system's ability to deny terrorists funds, identify and investigate terrorist networks and disrupt terrorist...
Securing our future speech by the rt. hon. gordon brown mp, chancellor of the exchequer,
seen at 02:12, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
'SECURING OUR FUTURE' SPEECH BY THE RT. HON. GORDON BROWN MP, CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER, AT THE ROYAL UNITED SERVICES INSTITUTE (RUSI), LONDON   
Spring supplementary estimates 2005-06
seen at 02:12, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Spring Supplementary Estimates, presented to the House of Commons today, seek £9,946 million in resources and £7,638 million in cash. The Estimates seek increased resources and cash for existing...
Gowers review of intellectual property issues call for evidence
seen at 02:11, 27 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Gowers Review of Intellectual Property today issued a call for evidence as part of its commitment to consult widely.   

24 February 2006

More snow forecast as drivers advised to take care on roads
seen at 16:28, 24 February in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
The Highways Agency advises drivers to take care as the Met Office has warned that further snow is likely to affect Southern England during the next 24 hours.
Change of her majesty's ambassador to the kingdom of denmark
seen at 16:23, 24 February in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
Mr David Frost has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark in succession to Sir Nicholas Browne KBE, CMG who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Frost will...
Foreign secretary extends condolences to victims of moscow market tragedy
seen at 16:23, 24 February in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
"Our thoughts are with the families of those bereaved and injured following the roof collapse in the market in Moscow on Thursday. We stand ready to help the Russian emergency services who are still working hard...
Look back at the PM's week
seen at 16:22, 24 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Here we reflect on some of the main business carried out by Tony Blair this week, which has included his monthly press conference and a number of overseas visitors.
Take part in our exclusive education webchat
seen at 16:22, 24 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Downing Street website will be holding an exclusive online Q and A next week with Jacqui Smith, the minister responsible for schools. Make your voice heard!
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)2)51 Western Isles Remote Working
seen at 14:31, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To provide an efficient and novel method of remote working specifically for Social Work and Health Board staff in an isolated rural location.
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)1)41 North East Scotland Shared Finance
seen at 14:31, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To provide financial services across the 3 Councils in the North East incl. A single system for council tax, non domestic rates and benefits, administration, single financial ledger system, single internal audit...
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)1)40 Aberdeen Customer Relationship Management
seen at 14:31, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The establishment of a contact centre to handle a range of communication channels with the development of local access points, allowing customers face-to-face access to the services of all partners.
Efficient Government Fund EGF)1)1)39 Grampian Child Protection
seen at 14:31, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
To implement a system for dealing with child protection enquiries through inter agency working to negate shortcomings highlighted in recent child death enquiries.
Consultation on a Proposed Electronic Communication (Scotland) Order 2006
seen at 14:31, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This consultation is seeking views on proposals to promote and facilitate the use of electronic communications to enable more effective and efficient service delivery.
Royal navy takes early delivery of world beating submarine detection system
seen at 14:28, 24 February in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The Royal Navy has taken delivery of a world class new naval sonar system five months ahead of schedule, Defence procurement Minister Lord Drayson announced today.
Basingstoke cinema to be sold
seen at 14:25, 24 February in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission (CC) has decided that Vue Entertainment Holdings must sell one of the two cinemas it currently runs in Basingstoke to another cinema operator in order to preserve competition.
Tessa jowell names head of new olympic lottery distributor
seen at 14:24, 24 February in Department for Culture, Media and Sport News - national (Our copy).
Olympics Minister Tessa Jowell has appointed Janet Paraskeva, Chief Executive of the Law Society of England and Wales, to head the new Olympic Lottery Distributor (OLD).
£300 million post office support secured over next two years
seen at 14:22, 24 February in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
The Government's £300 million package of support for the rural post office network over the next two years has today been given state aid clearance by the European Commission.
Uk signs european landscape convention
seen at 11:23, 24 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
The UK has signed the Council of Europe's European Landscape Convention Rural Affairs, Landscape and Biodiversity Minister Jim Knight announced today.
National Maritime Museum re-appointment of Professor Martin Daunton
seen at 11:21, 24 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has today re-appointed Professor Martin Daunton as a Trustee of the National Maritime Museum.
Pre-School and Childcare Workforce Statistics 2005
seen at 10:30, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Pre-School and Childcare Workforce Statistics 2005
Bus and Coach Statistics 2004-05
seen at 10:30, 24 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Shows the trends in vehicle-kilometres, passenger journeys and receipts; describes the availability of services and people's use of and views on them, particularly the use of buses for commuting.
Contract award for purchase of h5n1 vaccine
seen at 10:23, 24 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Health Minister, Rosie Winterton today announced the award of contracts to Baxter and Chiron for supplies of around 3.5 million doses of H5N1 vaccine. The announcement was made as EU Health Ministers attended a ...
Nhs to help patients help themselves
seen at 10:23, 24 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
NHS and social care organisations are being given extra support in helping millions of people with long term conditions manage their health better and stay out of hospital, in a new guide published today by the ...
Economy: GDP Growth
seen at 10:21, 24 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Economy rose by 0.6% in Q4 2005