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28 September 2007

PM's fear over Burma death toll
seen at 20:01, 28 September in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The loss of life in Burma may have been "far greater" than reported so far, Gordon Brown said today.
Ufi ends jeremy kyle learndirect sponsorship deal
seen at 19:31, 28 September in Central Office of Information News - national (Our copy).
Ufi, which operates learndirect, has today announced that it is ending its sponsorship deal with ITV's 'The Jeremy Kyle Show'. The Central Office of Information (COI) managed the contract.
'...get rid of the 48-hour opt out to prevent employees from working exploitative hours.' -- N Green
seen at 19:00, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The 48-hour opt out means that employees can agree to work over the maximum...
'...Pay for private dental insurance for those on benefits' -- Andrew Reid
seen at 19:00, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
If you have lost your original dentist you may have to go many miles to...
'...give long serving public house tenants 'right to buy' options from pubco's' -- james mccracken
seen at 19:00, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
i would like to see long serving tenants in pubs given the 'right to buy'...
'...admit that current pay laws are not working and bring in stronger measures' -- Jenny Westaway
seen at 19:00, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The pay gap is a rip-off equivalent of men getting paid all year and women...
'...allow three days full pay (pro rata for part-time) to new fathers when their partner's have given birth.' -- Lorna Bland
seen at 19:00, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At present, fathers can take Paternity Leave for 2 weeks at the reduced rate...
Protection for twenty four more 'at risk' rivers, lakes and coastal waters
seen at 18:06, 28 September in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Aquatic and coastal wildlife, swimmers, surfers, fishermen and others who use our waterways for recreation and livelihood will benefit from a reduction in pollution from sewage treatment works along rivers, lakes...
Bluetongue confirmed as circulating in east anglia
seen at 18:06, 28 September in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Defra has today confirmed that Bluetongue disease is circulating in East Anglia. This follows further epidemiological investigations including surveillance into the five cases identified so far in Suffolk, which...
Change of her majesty's ambassador to the syrian arab republic
seen at 18:02, 28 September in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
Mr Simon Collis has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Syrian Arab Republic in succession to Dr John Jenkins CMG LVO who has transferred to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Collis will take...
Double awards whammy for charity commission
seen at 17:51, 28 September in Charity Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Charity Commission has been shortlisted for two separate awards this year from both the Westminster & Whitehall Civil Service awards and the Contact Centre Association Excellence awards. This double shortlisting...
'...ban incandescent light bulbs.' -- Henry Edwards
seen at 17:11, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
One quick and simple option for improving energy efficiency would be to make...
'...Make all local Authorities provide free parking to their workers.' -- James Stevens
seen at 17:11, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Do you work for a local authority? Do you spend more than 10% of your...
'...make changes to the laws surrounding gun and gang violence' -- Andrew Campbell
seen at 17:11, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Liverpool Unites against Gun Crime: The Liverpool Echo is calling on the...
Rapid decisions needed to boost business competitiveness - pearson
seen at 17:06, 28 September in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
UK Science and Innovation Minister Ian Pearson today used the Competitiveness Council in Brussels to push for rapid decisions on the proposed new multi-billion euro public-private research and development partnerships...
Statistical press notice nhs inpatient and outpatient waiting times figures 31st august 2007
seen at 15:57, 28 September in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Main Points This Month
Statistical press notice: bed availability and occupancy
seen at 15:57, 28 September in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
Highways agency publishes new guidance to assess impact of transport schemes on historic landscapes
seen at 15:54, 28 September in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
PROTECTING HISTORIC LANDSCAPES
Drug Misuse and Dependence - Guidelines on Clinical Management 2007
seen at 15:49, 28 September in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Guidelines intended for all clinicians, especially those providing pharmacological interventions for drug misusers as a component of drug misuse treatment.
Economic survey of the United Kingdom - OECD report
seen at 15:42, 28 September in The Policy Hub (Our copy).
27 September - Economic survey of the United Kingdom - OECD report
Education: low attaining groups - DCSF report
seen at 15:42, 28 September in The Policy Hub (Our copy).
27 September - Education: low attaining groups - DCSF report
Employers and an ageing workforce - DWP report
seen at 15:42, 28 September in The Policy Hub (Our copy).
27 September - Employers and an ageing workforce - DWP report
Community rail - new life for local lines
seen at 15:41, 28 September in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
The rail service between Norwich and Sheringham on the Bittern Line has been designated as a community rail service, Rail Minister Tom Harris announced today.
Community rail - new life for local lines
seen at 15:41, 28 September in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
The rail service on the Medway Valley Line between Paddock Wood to Strood, has been designated as a community rail service, Rail Minister Tom Harris announced today.
Water watchdog says it is right to fine thames water
seen at 15:27, 28 September in OFWAT News - national (Our copy).
The Consumer Council for Water welcomes Ofwat's proposal to fine Thames Water for misreporting information and failing to pay compensation to almost 8,000 customers.
'...Widen the definition of 'Hate Crime', to include crimes committed against a person or persons, on the basis of their appearance or subcultural interests' -- Ade Varney
seen at 15:02, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In remembering the case of a Lancashire couple, who recieved an horrific...
Millions of workers benefit from increased pay and leave entitlements
seen at 14:59, 28 September in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
Millions of British workers will benefit from an increase in the national minimum wage and additional annual leave entitlements, which come into effect on Monday, 1 October.
What is the countryside for? Rural Evidence Research Conference
seen at 14:58, 28 September in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).
This joint conference with the Rural Evidence Research Centre will look at migration and market towns, new approaches to rural productivity and community and social networks. We'll add more details...
Congratulations for the Belfast News Letter
seen at 13:15, 28 September in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Gordon Brown has sent his best wishes to the staff and readers of the Belfast News Letter that celebrates its 270th anniversary today.
PM condemns Burmese violence
seen at 13:15, 28 September in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has condemned the violence used against unarmed protestors by the Burmese authorities, and called for the international community to intensify diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the crisis.
Board changes at highways agency
seen at 13:14, 28 September in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Ginny Clarke will take over from Jerry England as the Highways Agency's Director of Major Projects on 12 October 2007 while the recruitment process continues for the permanent position of Major Projects Director...
Government changes to yorkshire and humber housing figures
seen at 13:00, 28 September in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
The Government has today published its proposed changes to the draft Regional Spatial Strategy for the Yorkshire and Humber, increasing the total of new homes as well as boosting the number of future jobs.
United kingdom takes firm line on action to cut aviation emissions
seen at 13:00, 28 September in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
The United Kingdom acted decisively today to safeguard the proposed European aviation emissions trading scheme and urged the international aviation community to take greater action to address aviation emissions.
London sales continue to dominate house price growth in england and wales
seen at 12:44, 28 September in HM Land Registry News - national (Our copy).
Land Registry's August House Price Index is published today, Friday 28 September, at www.landregistry.gov.uk/houseprices/
'...Ask the skilled UK workforce whether their income and job prospects have suffered as a consequence of opening the UK job market to migrant workers' -- John Blackberry
seen at 12:20, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Please sign this petition if you have suffered and/or been affected! THIS...
'...develop and implement a taxation regime on vehicle fuel that is fair to those who live in remote rural areas and do not have the option to switch to public transport' -- John Dally
seen at 12:20, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
While most would accept that it is prudent, with climate change and CO2...
Staffordshire cheese gains eu recognition
seen at 12:16, 28 September in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Staffordshire Cheese has become the latest UK product to be recognised under EU law for its quality and regional identity. The award of the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) means that 36 UK products now enjoy...
Public guardian starts work on protecting vulnerable people
seen at 12:16, 28 September in Ministry of Justice News - national (Our copy).
A new organisation looking after the interests of some of the most vulnerable people in society starts work on Monday 1 October.
Benefits for businesses large and small companies act 2006 commencement
seen at 12:14, 28 September in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
Businesses will begin to see the benefits of the Companies Act from Monday, as the first major provisions of the Act are implemented.
Armed forces to get improved communications equipment
seen at 12:07, 28 September in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The Ministry of Defence today announced that it has signed a £45 million contract extension with BAE Systems Insyte for the Demonstration, Manufacture and initial support for the latest element of the ...
'...allow the Church of Scientology the religious status it deserves.' -- Luke Small
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Church of Scientology is a religious organisation dedicated to the...
'...Make criminals serve their full sentences and add time on for bad behaviour' -- Mark White
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently criminals are given a sentence which can be drastically reduced...
'...Force Banks and other financial institutions to provide freephone numbers for customers.' -- Miss L. Scoones
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Customers of Banks, Building Societies and other financial concerns are...
'...instruct all public bodies/departments/etc. under his direct or indirect influence to cease illuminating their premises outside of working hours' -- James Cook
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The next time you are driving at night, take note of all the buildings that...
'...Change the current transport safety laws to ban the use of non-seatbelted vehicles of any description or age to transport Primary School children.' -- Dominic Spencer
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
My daughter's school was flooded in June, and the local Council (East Riding...
'...make it law that Natural Latex Rubber (NLR) is listed on all product labels' -- Alison Lister
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
***Thousands*** of people in this country are allergic to Natural Latex...
'...give more leeway to carers in policys and requlation' -- b cross
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
to give more leeway to carers so that they may benifit in kind from both...
'...Investigate the use of Public land and Money to build a Football Stadium in Stanley Park' -- PDavsi
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The PM should investigate the use by Liverpool Council of Public Money and...
'...Scrap the planned increase in fuel duty of 2.35p litre in the forthcoming budget.' -- Michael Martin
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Fuel prices are already high, with many people unable to use a public...
'...Contribute To Couples Mortgage’s, Who Are On Low Earnings' -- Lee Howling
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
It is near enough impossible to purchase a home for young couples without...
'...wavier all MOD charges for charities engaged in assisting serving and former members of the armed forces and their families.' -- Dave Howels
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Treatment Centres like Tyrwhitt House funded by Combat Stress has facilities...
'...Introduce rules to govern the activities of Vehicle Clamping Organisations on Private Ground. That signage should be very large and visible particularly the word Clamping. That there should be a ceiling of £30-00 on charges except for persistent
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Private clampers are engaged in entrapment and extortion against any kind...
'...Stop blaitant exploitation of immigration by many companies' -- John Price
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Immigration is supposed to be used to fill Job gaps but with the influx of...
'...require all Job Centres to vet employers whose jobs they advertise.' -- Helen
seen at 11:16, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The majority of casual labour and unskilled jobs advertised by Job Centres...
Population: Centenarians
seen at 11:13, 28 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
The fastest increasing age group
Rural Futures: Who Cares? Ruralnet Conference 2007
seen at 11:10, 28 September in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Graham Russell, our Director - Practice, will be making the keynote speech at this year's ruralnet conference.

Caring about something is a good start, deciding to do something is...

Tackling the Abuse of Off-Street Parking for People With Disabilities in Scotland - Research Findings
seen at 10:58, 28 September in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Research into reasons behind the abuse of parking reserved for use by disabled people in off-street car parks in Scotland and measures to tackle the problem.
Tackling the Abuse of Off-Street Parking for People With Disabilities in Scotland
seen at 10:58, 28 September in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Research into reasons behind the abuse of parking reserved for use by disabled people in off-street car parks in Scotland and measures to tackle the problem.
Scottish Procurement Policy Note SPPN 5/2007: The Draft Public Contracts and Utilities Contracts (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2007
seen at 10:58, 28 September in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A draft Consultation on the Public Contracts and Utilities Contracts ( Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2007
Scottish Primary Food and Drink Produce Processed in Scotland
seen at 10:58, 28 September in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Scottish Primary Food and Drink Produce Processed in Scotland
Ofwat proposes £12.5 million fine on thames water
seen at 10:48, 28 September in Water Services Regulation Authority News - national (Our copy).
Ofwat today published its proposals to fine Thames Water a total of £12.5 million.
'...End personal allowance deduction' -- Mr J Whittington
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
To put an end to inland revenue deducting state pension from personal...
'...provide transport in North Dorset to our nearest hospitals' -- Ian and Vivien Brown
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Please can we have some hospital transport for the elderly and disabled...
'...keep the once a week collection' -- Rory Irving
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
to keep the weekly bin collection in the country because if we lose it won't...
'...Stop allowing courts to facilitate child poverty' -- claire mildenhall
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The goverment are wondering what to do about child poverty? Wondering how to...
'...review the policy that includes student loans as income when assessing housing benefit.' -- Nevine El-Alfy
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently students eligible to apply for housing benefit (mainly those with...
'...lower the legal age limit to purchase alcohol to 16 in venues such as bars, clubs and shows/concerts.' -- Brentley McDonald
seen at 10:13, 28 September in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I urge the Prime Minister to review the age limit for buying alcohol. So...
Appointment of a high court judge - mr. nicholas felix stadlen, q.c.,
seen at 10:11, 28 September in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
HM The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of Mr. Nicholas Felix Stadlen, Q.C., to be a Justice of the High Court.
Poster and Wallpaper
seen at 10:09, 28 September in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Poster and Wallpaper

Seasonal flu campaign - young people at risk urged to get the jab
seen at 04:13, 28 September in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Government Launches Winter Flu Campaign
Revised highway code unveiled
seen at 03:56, 28 September in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
The first revised Highway Code in eight years has today been unveiled by Road Safety Minister Jim Fitzpatrick. The updated Code offers the latest road safety rules and advice, as well as promoting greater courtesy...
Cundall Johnson and Partners Llp v Whipps Cross University Hospital NHS Trust [2007] EWHC 2178 (TCC) (19 September 2007)
seen at 03:12, 28 September in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This judgment is in five parts, namely Part 1 � Introduction; Part 2 � The Facts; Part 3 � The Present Application; Part 4 � The Pre-Action Protocol and its applicability to the present case; Part 5 � ...
C & W Berry Ltd. v Armstrong-Moakes [2007] EWHC 2101 (QB) (13 September 2007)
seen at 03:12, 28 September in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This is an appeal by C & W Berry Ltd ("Berry") against the order of District Judge Wheeler, sitting at Preston on 1 June 2007, whereby he discharged the Charging Order Absolute made in favour of Berry on 22 July...
Burton v Kingsbury [2007] EWHC 2091 (QB) (13 September 2007)
seen at 03:12, 28 September in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This case concerns a claim for personal injuries arising out of a road traffic accident which occurred on 15 August 2001. The Claimant, who was 18 at the time, was the front seat passenger in a car being driven ...
HLB Kidsons (a firm) v Lloyds Underwriters Subscribing To Lloyds Policy No 621/PKID00101 & Ors [2007] EWHC 1951 (Comm) (09 August 2007)
seen at 03:11, 28 September in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
The Claimant in this case, HLB Kidsons, formerly known as Kidsons Impey ("Kidsons"), was a firm of chartered accountants. Kidsons was a mid-size, national accountancy practice. In 2002 it merged with another such...
Appointment of a district chairman of the appeal tribunals (social security and child support)
seen at 03:06, 28 September in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
The Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP, has appointed Michael Thomas Coxon to be a Salaried District Chairman of the Appeal Tribunals with effect from 1 October 2007. Mr Coxon will be assigned to...
Appointment of chairmen of the employment tribunals (england & wales)
seen at 03:06, 28 September in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
The Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP, has appointed Julia Margaret Jones, Fiona Beverley Monk and Richard James Tayler to be Salaried Chairmen of the Employment Tribunals (England & Wales) with...
New chief executive for the medical research council
seen at 03:02, 28 September in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, John Denham, today announced the appointment of Professor Sir Leszek Borysiewicz, FRCP FRCPath FMedSci, as Chief Executive and Deputy Chair of the Medical...