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01 May 2007

Time to clear the air on world asthma day
seen at 19:30, 1 May in Health and Safety Executive News - national (Our copy).
Vehicle paint sprayers are 96 times more likely than the overall workforce to develop occupational asthma, through breathing in harmful chemicals in paint mist. To raise awareness of the problem the Health and Safety...
Dustbins
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the PMOS could explain the Prime Minister's thinking over his comments made this morning regarding dustbin collection, had the Prime Minister taken the bins out recently, the PMOS said that the Prime Minister...
Memos
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister had sent any memos to the Chancellor, the PMOS asked if the reporter could be more specific, the reporter repeated the question with no further detail, the PMOS said that if he looked...
Northern Ireland
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister had a role in Northern Ireland in the next few days when the devolved administrations get up and running again, the PMOS said a full brief will be given nearer the time but Dr. Paisley...
Operation Crevice Court Case
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked, by ruling out a public inquiry, if the Prime Minister understood the hurt and frustration that would be caused to the victims and relatives of victims of the 7/7 bombings, the PMOS said that the Prime Minister...
Alexander Litvinenko
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister had discussions recently with the Attorney General regarding Alexander Litvinenko, the PMOS said not that he was aware of. He PMOS added that obviously the Prime Minister was kept aware...
Prime Minister
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if any light could be cast on the timings of the Prime Minister's announcement today that he will be making an announcement next week, was it something the Prime Minister had long planned to do today or was...
Scotland
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what the Prime Minister thought should be the relationship between the Prime Minister and the First Minister of Scotland, the PMOS replied that it was a matter for the Prime Minister and the First Minister...
Rubbish Collection
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Put to him that the Prime Minister in his interview this morning had talked about "better ways" of recycling, and asked to clarify what these were, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) replied ...
Morning press briefing from 1 May 2007
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Prime Minister, Alexander Litvinenko, Operation Crevice Court Case, Northern Ireland, Memos and Dustbins
Afternoon press briefing from 1 May 2007
seen at 17:34, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Rubbish Collection and Scotland
Minister announces new approach to engaging small business
seen at 17:31, 1 May in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
Small business owners and the UK's main business representative organisations will meet today for the first of a new series of round table meetings to discuss key issues facing the UK's 4.3 million small and medium...
'...dissolve the current legal aid system' -- david mctier
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I propose the legal aid system to be based on a point scoring system, i.e....
'...Consult with the Football Association and gain agreement to increase the ticket allocations for Chelsea FC and Manchester United Season ticket holders and Members from 25000 tickets per club to 35000 tickets per club.' -- Paul Rossiter
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Dear Prime Minister, The Football Association have allocated 25000 tickets...
'...use tax rather than interest rates to control inflation' -- Dave Hitchman
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Raising interest rates removes money from the pockets of a few less well off...
'...encourage diversity by allowing both metric and imperial weights and measures' -- Dave Hitchman
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I have no objection to people using metric measures. I don't see why they...
'...put a stop to modern-day slavery, by working with our government and other governments around the world to make sure there is no one working as a slave anywhere, anymore.' -- Ms Collins
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The children of Manor Primary School in Stratford, East London, have mounted...
'...Make it part of the UK Driving Test for all new drivers to experience a "seat-belt-sled" to give them actual experience of the physics involved in a car crash.' -- Mr. L. D. Baldwin
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many people putting in for their driving test, especially young people, are...
'...direct the Dept for Transport & HM Treasury to release 'ring-fenced' funds to Hampshire County Council to increase the capacity of the 3 mile section of the A32, Fareham/Gosport road, to facilitate an average speed of at least 12mph, or quicker, at pe
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Gosport, the largest town in England without a railway, is a peninsular town...
'...recognise that sex & nudity are the most natural things in life and should not be suppressed, and that violence (including images of war, and people being shot & knifed) should be illegal' -- John T.Pitman
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The world would be a much happier place if sex and nudity were not...
'...Resurrect the Civil Defence Corps & Auxiliary Fire Service as a Civil Emergency Corps' -- Ronald M Murray
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Given the difficult times we live in and the increased risk of terrorist...
'...ensure the newly created Ministry of Justice keeps electoral reform and local governance at the centre of government policy' -- Liam Pennington
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The newly created Ministry of Justice will take electoral administration and...
'...ensure that the general public can vote or influence a decision online, put those decisions made by local councils and goverment online and accessible to the general public to vote on' -- Philip Harris
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I would suggest that most of the UK adult population now has access to the...
'...Present a recognised award for Mr Henry Allingham - WWI Veteran/UK's Oldest Man' -- Michael W Cook
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Last year the Chancellor, Mr Gordon Brown, attended the 110th Birthday of Mr...
'...More Competition on the belfast- Heathrow route' -- steven Mills
seen at 16:47, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Since the demise of BA from Northern Ireland- It has left just one UK...
No10 tribute to NHS maternity staff
seen at 15:37, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Tony Blair has thanked midwives for the "skills, dedication and humanity" they bring to their vital role by hosting a Downing Street reception.
Lord Colville appointed as Assistant Surveillance Commissioner
seen at 15:37, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has approved the re-appointment of His Honour Lord Colville of Culross QC as an Assistant Surveillance Commissioner.
Dr Kolbert appointed as Assistant Surveillance Commissioner
seen at 15:37, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has approved the re-appointment of His Honour Dr Colin Kolbert as an Assistant Surveillance Commissioner.
PM confident of Turkey's democratic future
seen at 15:37, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Turkey will continue to play a crucial role as a "key partner" despite concerns over its current Presidential election, Tony Blair has said.
Government helps in fight for sight
seen at 15:34, 1 May in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Trial Starts To Find Cure For Childhood Blindness
Statement by lord triesman on the attack on the chinese oil facility in somalia
seen at 15:32, 1 May in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
In response to the attack on a Chinese oil exploration facility in the Somali region of Ethiopia by the Ogaden National Liberation Front on 25 April, Lord Triesman issued the following statement.
Ofwat concerned over impact of proposed water merger
seen at 15:19, 1 May in Water Services Regulation Authority News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission today accepted that the proposed merger of Mid Kent Water Limited and South East Water Limited will reduce Ofwat's ability to make comparisons between individual companies - a vital part...
'...Provide a symbolic apology for the enforced slavery of Black people' -- Lila Webley
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
It is a fitting time, when remembering the act of parliament that abolished...
'...new train service linking Okehampton to Taunton' -- Guy Blandford
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Govt should instruct the Ministry of Transport to introduce a...
'...Insist that all Operating systems have anti Child pornography software written into the program' -- Braden Rae
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
If Operating systems were written to include anti child pornography / hatred...
'...save the sixth form college shrewsbury' -- Neil Southern
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We are a group of parents united in our concern for the future of our...
'...make benefit claimants sign a Job Seekers Agreement when their youngest child reaches school age' -- Ian Ellis
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
There is, in the vast majority of cases, no reason why a single parent...
'...STOP allowing the further removal of vital services from the Vale of Leven Hospital,Alexandria,West Dunbartonshire.' -- John Wylie
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Accident and Emergency Department was closed in January of 2004.It is...
'...Remove welfare benefits from known smokers.' -- Clifford Robert Maxwell
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Why should hard working tax payers have to help support the addiction of...
'...change the way working families tax is payed' -- marc s
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
instead of getting people into further hardship when they have gone above...
'...make it compulsory for food service areas to provide heating facilities for baby food.' -- Kate Skinner
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
As a mother I find it absolutly absurd that if you go out with your baby...
'...Remove the Local Government Bill proposals to set up "Joint Waste Authorities" with the power to impose fortnightly waste collections and to therefore allow councils to abrogate their responsibilities for the proper, safe and healthy collection of was
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At present, a large number of local councils have removed the right to...
'...Make the family courts question weather they really have the childs best interest in mind, when they make decisions regarding the child' -- Pamela Gordon
seen at 14:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
How many children are left really upset when a mother has to comply with a...
Cc orders price reduction following water merger
seen at 12:38, 1 May in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
South East Water Limited (South East Water) and Mid Kent Water Limited (Mid Kent Water) will be required to make a one-off price reduction to their customers totalling £4 million following the Competition...
Prime minister's statement on turkey
seen at 12:35, 1 May in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
I have been following developments in Turkey following the first round of the presidential elections closely.
Land registry's march house price index published
seen at 12:07, 1 May in HM Land Registry News - national (Our copy).
The latest monthly House Price Index will be published today at 11:00 on Land Registry's website www.landregistry.gov.uk/houseprices/.
'...allow equal opportunities to Armed Forces applicants with hayfever and asthma who are physically fit and able to fulfill military duties, by endorsing improved application and testing processes.' -- Mr Fraser
seen at 11:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The British Forces are seen as an equal opportunites employer, but they do...
'...support community arts projects, especially the painting of motorway bridges to make driving more interesting' -- Scott Dukes
seen at 11:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Community arts projects help to bring people together and reduce antisocial...
'...Standardise car insurance cancellation fees.' -- David Atkinson
seen at 11:49, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
My insurance company wanted almost £200 to cancel my car insurance! I was...
Lord Colville appointed as Assistant Surveillance Commissioner
seen at 11:45, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has approved the re-appointment of His Honour Lord Colville of Culross QC as an Assistant Surveillance Commissioner under the terms of Section 63 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act ...
Dr Kolbert appointed as Assistant Surveillance Commissioner
seen at 11:45, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has approved the re-appointment of His Honour Dr Colin Kolbert as an Assistant Surveillance Commissioner under the terms of Section 63 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000. This...
Improving patient choice
seen at 11:45, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
Three new initiatives have been announced to help patients make choices about their healthcare:
More surgery closer to home
seen at 11:45, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
The latest advances in surgery mean that as many as eight out of ten operations can now take place in local community hospitals, health centres or GP practices rather than in large hospitals.
30 minutes exercise a day to fight heart disease
seen at 11:45, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
Just 30 minutes of activity a day can help to reduce the risk of heart disease - the UK's biggest killer.
NHS celebrates a decade of success
seen at 11:45, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
Reforms and investment in the NHS have cut waiting lists and saved hundreds of thousands of lives over the last ten years.
Air quality indicator for sustainable development 2006 final results
seen at 11:42, 1 May in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
The air quality indicator is one of the 68 indicators of the Government's Sustainable Development Strategy. It measures annual levels of pollution from particulates and ozone, the two pollutants thought to have ...
Proposed acquisition by general electric of smiths aerospace - ian mccartney accepts undertakings
seen at 11:41, 1 May in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
Ian McCartney, Minister for Trade, Investment and Foreign Affairs announced today that he has accepted undertakings instead of referring the proposed acquisition of Smiths Aerospace to the Competition Commission...
Proposed acquisition by general electric of smiths aerospace - ian mccartney accepts undertakings
seen at 11:41, 1 May in Department of Trade and Industry News - national (Our copy).
Ian McCartney, Minister for Trade, Investment and Foreign Affairs announced today that he has accepted undertakings instead of referring the proposed acquisition of Smiths Aerospace to the Competition Commission...
New managing agent contractor appointed for highways agency area 10 in the north west
seen at 11:37, 1 May in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
The Highways Agency has appointed a new contractor, Aone+, to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the motorways and strategic roads in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and parts of Lancashire...
Armed forces minister: mod committed to improving combat identification for uk forces
seen at 11:36, 1 May in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) continues to place a high priority on improving combat identification for its forces through the right mix of organisation, equipment and training. The focus is on increasing military...
Mod publishes findings into the loss of lynx helicopter in basra
seen at 11:36, 1 May in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The MoD has announced the findings of the Board of Inquiry (BOI) into the loss of the Lynx Helicopter and the deaths of five service personnel in Basra on 6 May 2006.
Appointment of designated immigration judges of the asylum and immigration tribunal
seen at 11:30, 1 May in Department for Constitutional Affairs - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
The Lord Chancellor, Lord Falconer has appointed Rex Richard Billingham and William Paul Coates to be Designated Immigration Judges of the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal with effect from 1 May 2007.
District bench retirement - richard mccullagh
seen at 11:30, 1 May in Department for Constitutional Affairs - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
District Judge Richard McCullagh will retire as a District Judge on the Northern Circuit on 1 May 2007.
'...Ensure that every Police Force in England and Wales treat a resident parent that blocks or refuses Court Ordered Contact for the non resident to see his/her children as ordered is dealt with under the "umbrella" of commiting Domestic Violence as The A
seen at 10:50, 1 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Police officers around england and wales should be made fully aware of the...
Operation Crevice Court Case
seen at 10:48, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked to clarify John Reid's point that he rejected a public inquiry, but not necessarily an independent inquiry, the PMOS replied that firstly this court case should be recognised for what it was. It was a success...
Act of the Union
seen at 10:47, 1 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what events would be taking place tomorrow to mark the Act of the Union, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) replied that not so much for tomorrow, but there was a whole series of events ranging...
PM's tribute to NHS maternity staff
seen at 10:47, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Tony Blair has thanked midwives for the "skills, dedication and humanity" they bring to their vital role by hosting a Downing Street reception.
Afternoon press briefing from 30 April 2007
seen at 10:47, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Act of the Union and Operation Crevice Court Case
Tony Blair reflects on 10 years as PM
seen at 10:47, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Being Prime Minister has been a "privilege" Mr Blair said on the tenth anniversary of the General Election which brought him into office.
PM rejects call for 7/7 inquiry
seen at 10:47, 1 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Tony Blair insisted today that a public inquiry into the 7 July attacks would divert security services from their "tough and difficult job".
Improving patient choice
seen at 10:47, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
More surgery closer to home
seen at 10:47, 1 May in NHS News Feed (Our copy).
New managing agent contractor appointed for highways agency area 10 in the north west
seen at 10:38, 1 May in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
The Highways Agency has appointed a new contractor, Aone+, to be responsible for the day-to-day management of the motorways and strategic roads in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Merseyside and parts of Lancashire...
Armed forces minister: mod committed to improving combat identification for uk forces
seen at 10:36, 1 May in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) continues to place a high priority on improving combat identification for its forces through the right mix of organisation, equipment and training. The focus is on increasing military...
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 5/2007: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 10:33, 1 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This Circular provides guidance on the circumstances in which planning authorities must notify Scottish Ministers where they propose to grant planning permission. It updates and replaces the guidance previously...
Planning Advice Note 82: Local Authority Interest Developments
seen at 10:33, 1 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This Planning Advice Note offers advice to planning authorities, and also to other interested parties, on the expected standards of assessment and scrutiny of development plans where the local authority has an interest...
Financial Services Authority (Edward Balls, Economic Secretary, HM Treasury)
seen at 10:33, 1 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have laid before both Houses of Parliament a report into the economy, efficiency and effectiveness with which the Financial Services Authority (FSA) has used its resources, when discharging its statutory functions...

MOD Contracts (Adam Ingram, Minister of State (Armed Forces), Ministry of Defence)
seen at 10:33, 1 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Ministry of Defence has agreed to lower the threshold for the advertising of MOD contracts. This will give greater encouragement to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to enter MOD business and is designed...

General Affairs and External Relations Council (Geoff Hoon, Minister of State (Europe), Foreign & Commonwealth Office)
seen at 10:33, 1 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. Friend the Foreign Secretary and Sir John Grant (UK Permanent Representative to the EU) represented the UK at the General Affairs and External Relations Council (GAERC) in Luxembourg on 23 April...

EU Health Ministers (Rosie Winterton, Minister of State (Health Services), Department of Health)
seen at 10:33, 1 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The informal meeting of EU Health Ministers took place on 19 and 20 April in Aachen. I represented the UK. Items on the agenda were health services consultation and pandemic influenza preparedness. The vaccine...

Appointment of designated immigration judges of the asylum and immigration tribunal
seen at 10:28, 1 May in Department for Constitutional Affairs - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
The Lord Chancellor, Lord Falconer has appointed Rex Richard Billingham and William Paul Coates to be Designated Immigration Judges of the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal with effect from 1 May 2007.
District bench retirement - richard mccullagh
seen at 10:28, 1 May in Department for Constitutional Affairs - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
District Judge Richard McCullagh will retire as a District Judge on the Northern Circuit on 1 May 2007.
Young, Re Application for Judicial Review [2007] NIQB 29 (30 March 2007)
seen at 02:50, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
Young, Re Application for Judicial Review [2007] NIQB 29 (30 March 2007)
A & Ors, Re Application for Judicial Review [2007] NIQB 30 (26 April 2007)
seen at 02:50, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
A & Ors, Re Application for Judicial Review [2007] NIQB 30 (26 April 2007)
Mirant Asia-Pacific Construction (Hong Kong) Ltd v Ove Arup and Partners International Ltd & Anor [2007] EWHC 918 (TCC) (20 April 2007)
seen at 02:49, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
These hearings are to assess the damages element of a claim which has already been before me for two substantial hearings, the first on preliminary issues and the second on liability. For ease of reference I ...
ASM Shipping Ltd. of India v TTMI Ltd. of England [2007] EWHC 927 (Comm) (20 April 2007)
seen at 02:49, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
ASM Shipping Ltd of India, the owners of the vessel "AMER ENERGY" ("the Owners"), seek, pursuant to section 24 of the Arbitration Act 1996 ("the Act") to remove Mr Bruce Harris and Mr Anthony Scott from their position...
Revenue & Customs v Bank of Ireland Britain Holdings Ltd [2007] EWHC 941 (Ch) (30 April 2007)
seen at 02:48, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
The question that I have to decide on this appeal is whether a tax avoidance scheme succeeded in its object of generating a loss for tax purposes in a situation where the taxpayer suffered no corresponding commercial...
Golden Grove Estates Ltd v Chancerygate Asset Management Ltd [2007] EWHC 968 (Ch) (30 April 2007)
seen at 02:48, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
In this matter the Defendant in the action, Chancerygate Asset Management Limited ("CAM"), represented by Mr�R. Tager QC and Mr�J. Kitson, asks for security for costs against the Claimant, Golden Grove Estates...
Attorney General's Reference No. 8 of 2007 [2007] EWCA Crim 922 (02 April 2007)
seen at 02:48, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This is an application by the Attorney-General pursuant to section 36 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988 for leave to refer to this court for review a sentence which he considers to be unduly lenient. The facts ...
Collins & Ors, R v [2007] EWCA Crim 854 (20 April 2007)
seen at 02:48, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
On 24 January 2006 at Teesside Crown Court the appellants, Michael Collins, Peter Morrison, Colin Threadgill and Bronson Tyers were convicted by majority verdicts of 11 � 1 of conspiracy to kidnap (count 1) and...
General Medical Council (GMC) v Hiew [2007] EWCA Civ 369 (30 April 2007)
seen at 02:48, 1 May in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This is an appeal by Dr Stephen Hiew from the order of Bean J dated 17 October 2006 extending, for a period of six months, an order for the suspension of Dr Hiew's registration as a medical practitioner previously...