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06 November 2007

PM attends St Pancras opening
seen at 22:17, 6 November in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Gordon Brown has attended the official opening of the refurbished St Pancras station, home to the new Eurostar terminus.
Fmd update: new eu decision on exports
seen at 20:11, 6 November in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Defra confirmed today that the EU Commission and Member States have agreed a new decision which will allow the relaxation of current Foot and Mouth Disease export restrictions on meat and meat products.
Yorkshire based property company wound up in high court
seen at 19:58, 6 November in Insolvency Service News - national (Our copy).
A company that solicited funds from members of the public for investment in land and property schemes has been wound up in the High Court following an investigation by Companies Investigation Branch (CIB).
High court action to shut down six building contractors
seen at 19:58, 6 November in Insolvency Service News - national (Our copy).
The Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform has presented petitions in the High Court to wind up six building companies in the public interest.
Queen's speech 2007 - building better homes and empowering communities
seen at 19:51, 6 November in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Communities Secretary Hazel Blears and Housing Minister Yvette Cooper today welcomed the publication of the Government's Queen's Speech, with legislation to help build the homes future generations need and create...
'...Nominate Timmy Mallett for a Knighthood' -- Mr Partis
seen at 19:14, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
One of this country's best loved eccentrics, Timmy Mallet is probably best...
'...ask the Department of Health to publish a "Health Events Calendar" for 2008' -- Andrew Fielding
seen at 19:14, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In past years the Department of Health has created a very useful calendar of...
Government seeks to extend right to request flexible working
seen at 19:11, 6 November in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
The Prime Minister today announced further measures to help working parents achieve a better work life balance, as new figures reveal that flexible working is changing the landscape of British workplaces to benefit...
Reform programme focused on "long-term" changes - PM
seen at 18:13, 6 November in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The legislative programme announced in today's Queen's Speech will bring "long-term" benefits to the UK, the PM has said.
Suspected cocaine smugglers aged 16 and 19 arrested in ghana
seen at 17:35, 6 November in HM Revenue & Customs News - national (Our copy).
Two London based teenagers are in the custody of Ghanaian authorities, having been arrested at Accra Airport on 2 November en route for London Gatwick in connection with suspected drug smuggling into the UK.
'...Create a voluntary DNA database' -- Mark Hewitt
seen at 17:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
There are many benefits of having a national DNA database such as direct...
'...keep the Textile Conservation Centre open.' -- Mandy-Jane Patterson
seen at 17:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Textile Conservation Centre (TCC) was established as an independant...
'...Stop the congestion charge through out main land Uk' -- Carl Harrop
seen at 17:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
No body in there right mind enjoys driving these days, gatso,gridlock cost...
'...ban the Olympics and world cup being held in England' -- carl harrop
seen at 17:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
If you travel a few times up and down the country by vehicle, you will know...
'...Put parking regulations back to Police' -- Steve Allen
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Since putting parking laws under the local councils disabled people are...
'...grant Jim Marshall, creator of the world renowned Marshall amplification, a knighthood.' -- Ian Cruickshank
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
He has done more for the music industry (and exports) than any other British...
'...Ban setting off fireworks within 200 metres of horses. Enforceable by law' -- Michael HIll
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In recent years fireworks night has become more of a fireworks week. There...
'...change the day the clocks go backward from Sunday to Monday' -- Matthew Whitehead
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Putting the clocks back on a Sunday gives the population an extra hour in...
'...Pass a law to regulate Isle of Wight ferries and or push to have ferrie terminals owned by county councils.' -- Mark Sanger
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Would like to see a law passed to regulate the Isle of Wight ferries and...
'...ensure that the DNA from all Members of Parliament is added to the national police database.' -- Steve Webb
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
On the basis that if it's OK for innocent people to have their DNA kept in...
'...Make the sale of fireworks illegal to those under the age of 21' -- Jason Evans
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I think the age you can buy fireworks needs to be higher, fireworks are...
'...provide a platform and encourage to investigate, the allegations of so called Armenian genocide.' -- Cagri Coskun
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Following the hurtful unveiling of a so called Armenian genocide memorial in...
'...ban poor quality and dangerous imports from the far east, have uk prisoners produce quality goods at low cost' -- leslie mason
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
due to the amount of cheap goods being imported from the far east, such as...
'...ignore the petition asking for the sale of emergency contraception over the counter to be banned' -- Margaret King
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Onr point this petition makes is that taking this contraception "could be...
'...To nominate the actor Martin Clunes for a knighthood.' -- Margaret Harrison- Marks
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Martin Clunes is a national treasure, and should be rewarded for his work,...
'...review the speed limit for r (restricted) drivers on motorways in Northern Ireland' -- Barry Flood
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The reasoning behind this petition is that a restricted driver can only...
'...demand that schools and education authorities be held accountable for the lack of support for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Stop the battle that parents face to get these organisations to recognise, support and encourage chil
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many parents, just like us, face a daily battle to try and get the support...
'...encourage the principal and governors of Seaford Head Community College to reverse their decision to suspend the sixth form from September 2008' -- Tom Roper
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The principal and governors of Seaford Head Community College have decided,...
'...Reverse the decision by the House of Lords to refuse to compensate those suffering with pleural plaques, following wrongful exposure to asbestos.' -- Daniel Bainger
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This decision will affect hundreds of people, who have to live with the...
'...Change the Housing Act 1996' -- Brian Ball
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
So that new tenants can be vetted and checked to make sure they will not...
'...give students who have cancer more protection. There are no guidelines for higher education institutions and this needs to change.' -- Christopher Hamilton
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am starting this petition because the law currently protects the...
'...solve CO2 problem by building nuclear power stations - first to generate electricity, later hydrogen.' -- William Hooper
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We can solve the CO2 problem easily. Begin by building dozens of new...
'...honour CBBC Newsround's Lizo Mzimba for services to broadcasting' -- Ryan Love
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Lizo Mzimba. A name now associated with Newsround as much as the great John...
'...Set up an Independent Environmental Agency' -- Esther Phillips-Constans
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We have to help our Politicians help us!!!! The reason why our Politicians...
'...Give independence to Northern ireland, Wales and Scotland.' -- John Hutchings
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am writing this petition up because I feel that N.I, Scotland and Wales...
'...Stop the closure of St Josephs College in Stoke-On-Trent' -- Cordall
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
A top-performing school has been told it could be shut down and replaced...
'...adopt the deportation measures recently introduced by Italy for EU nationals' -- andrew kimber
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Italy has recently adopted measures to expel summarily citizens of other EU...
'...Allow Citizens to use non-lethal mace' -- Christine peggy burvill
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Allow Citizens to use non-lethal mace once a relevant C.R.B. check to ensure...
'...Declare Eid a Public Holiday' -- Hubaib Mirza
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I would like Eid to be declared as a public holiday as Islam is the second...
'...make joe calzaghe a knight' -- terrence spragg
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
services to boxing
'...Save Leicester's Braunstone Gate Bridge and Viaduct.' -- Lee Mullen
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Aims to stop the destruction in Leicester (before april 2008) of the...
'...stop one man doors' -- alex duffy
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
this is a petition to stop one man doors, door supervisors workin a pub/club...
'...Prohibit loan companies from selling payment protection insurance with credit agreements' -- Mr S Davies
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Despite tight regulations by the FSA, Loan companies are still selling...
'...prioritise therapies which alleviate or cure various conditions; and only fund Viagra, etc., if funds stretch to that' -- Margaret King
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
A friend of mine had a hip replacement some months ago. Physiotherapy plays...
'...save the Trinity Centre and Multistory Car Park, designed by Owen Luder, that is currently due for demolition. We also petition the Prime Minister to seek a way to have these buildings restored.' -- Robin Bunce
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Gateshead Council and the owners of the site, supermarket giant Tesco...
'...Follow Italy and Brussels decision to expel undesirable immigrants.' -- Harriet Wombwell
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Italy has decided to establish new laws making it easier to expel...
'...Require all airlines operating from the UK to weigh passengers with their luggage to charge accordingly and fairly in an effort to reduce CO2 emissions and fuel consumption' -- David Bruce Wright
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
To level the playing field with regard to how much weight you may take on...
'...streamline the application process for disabled persons and their carers applying for benefits.' -- Richard Towers
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current process of application for benefits such as carers allowance,...
'...take responsibility for the government’s appointed rail contractors and make sure that the companies concerned are providing a service to people in North Kent. This petition is particularly concerned about Southeastern Rail’s timetable following
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The timetable planned for 2009, when the Integrated Kent Franchise takes...
'...Not to place a foreign travel ban on terrorists' -- John Blackberry
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Traitors are what they are; either detain them indefinitely or annul...
'...Issue a nationwide restriction of residential use of Leaf Blowers due to Air & Noise Pollution' -- C Simpson
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The average leaf blower emits as much pollution a year as 80 new cars, each...
'...ban the use of organophosphate insecticides and pay compensation to those people who became seriously ill complying with the statutory use of these products.' -- david hincks
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
organophosphates are nerve damaging agents that were used in the first world...
'...provide funds for the building of a statue or monument in Gorton, Manchester to comemerate Edward Beef' -- James Barlow
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Edward Beef was a much loved member of the community in Gorton, Manchester....
'...widen the planned HPV vaccination programme to include both sexes' -- Jean Fraser
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Mouth Cancer Foundation and NALC find the plan to vaccinate against the...
'...Recognise the importance role that the local post office plays in society' -- Mark Woodbine
seen at 17:10, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The ability to pay (free of charge) utility bills, Road tax, Tv licence,...
Hen harriers killed in Norfolk
seen at 17:09, 6 November in Natural England (Our copy).
Natural England’s response to the Crown Prosecution Service statement on the hen harriers killed in Norfolk
City & guilds chief takes on uk employment and skills integration and reform
seen at 17:03, 6 November in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
Appointment of the new Chief Executive of the UK Commission for Employment and Skills
A Sustainable and Customer-Focussed Post Office Network
seen at 17:03, 6 November in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Postcomm, the independent regulator for postal services, has launched it's latest publication 'A sustainable customer focussed network', which makes recommendations for the future of the...

Statistical press notice: dental contracts: tuesday 6 november 2007
seen at 16:05, 6 November in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
Man pulled from water at cardwell bay
seen at 15:29, 6 November in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
Clyde Coastguard were alerted at around 12.45 today by a member of the public to a man aged in his mid 60s who had fallen into the water about 500 metres from the ferry slip moorings at Cardwell Bay from a small...
'...Increase the speed limit for trucks on main roads to 50 MPH not 40 MPH' -- Helen Cadle
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current law states that all HGV's must travel at 10mph below the spead...
'...Create a month of National Celebrations to Celebrate Spanish History' -- Dave Strickson
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Black History is being celebrated at an enormous cost to the UK taxpayer....
'...Address NHS equipment' -- J RICHARDS
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In view of the approaching Winter and protest NHS march, under the banner of...
'...Prevent local councils increasing council tax to subsidise the governments uncontrolled immigration policy' -- Natalie Bell
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
My partner and i am absolutely disgusted at the amount of council tax we are...
'...Create a month of National Celebrations to Celebrate Bosnian History' -- Dave Strickson
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Black History is being celebrated at an enormous cost to the UK taxpayer....
'...persuade the Welsh Rugby Union to rename the Prince William Cup the Cwpan Ray Gravell Cup' -- Penri James
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Wales and rugby football has truly lost one of its greats. Ray Gravell...
'...look into the case of the shooting of 3 innocent men on 22 June 1922 in Cushendall and apologise for their killing by Government Forces.' -- Charlie Hill
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Their names are John Hill, Uncle, (30), James McAllister (18) and John Gore...
'...Revisit Fireworks Noise levels, Duration of use and Sale' -- David Bosch
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Stop the sale of loud fireworks, stop the sale of fireworks before November...
'...scrap the age limit for hiring a car and stop discrimination against fully licensed young drivers' -- Thomas Seligmann
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Those signing this petition believe that you should be able to hire a car if...
'...Reform Council Tax so that 2nd homes are double taxed rather than half taxed' -- David John Williams
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Because second homes are used only occasionally they inhibit the growth of...
'...ensure that if a girl under 16 becomes pregnant she is offered counselling and support from UNBIASED professionals' -- Margaret King
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This is in response to a petition asking for the girl's parents to be...
'...utterly repudiate the petition asking for the government to withdraw suport from the United Nations Population Fund' -- Margaret King
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The rationale for this petition was that some people oppose abortion; and...
'...Drastically limit the number of EU and Non-EU citizens allowed to work and live in the UK' -- John Blackberry
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The numbers [according to Government figures 1.1 million immigrants have...
'...employ the same lawyers used by the Italian Government to write british laws which will allow us to deport EU undesireables back to their home countries AND allow us to disregard the Human Rights Act for other foreign criminals in the very same way th
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The British Government continually tells the electorate that it is not...
'...bestow a knighthood on Christopher Powell of Charlton Athletic Football Club, for his continuing work and support of his local communities.' -- Simon Martin
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Chris Powell of Charlton Athletic is one of those rare breed of football...
'...stop the Chancellor's plan to levy a £30,000 surcharge on non-domiciled taxpayers.' -- Peter Jaeger
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Alistair Darling’s Finance Bill 2008 proposes a regressive £30,000 levy on...
'...Ensure that all British citizens have equal representation by ensuring similar electorates in all constituencies' -- Simon Green
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently the Westminster Parliamentary seats are not evenly distributed....
'...Refuse to honour John Prescott, former Deputy Prime Minister, with a Knighthood or peerage at anytime in the future.' -- Janet Easto
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
He has brought disgrace on Parliament, his own political party and our...
'...Explain the recommendations of the General Teaching Council as an alternative to SATS testing' -- J RICHARDS
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) has said that reforms were...
'...be more responsive to petitions and avoid goverment dismissals and cop outs' -- John Powell
seen at 15:11, 6 November in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Responses to Petitions on Road pricing, 1911 Cencus returns and Sea angling...
Dental Services in Rural Areas
seen at 15:03, 6 November in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

In 2006, we commissioned a survey of rural dentists, carried out by the British Dental Association. The survey identified issues of concern and some alternative approaches to providing ...

Rcpo casework statistics: 1 april 2007 - 30 september 2007
seen at 13:05, 6 November in Revenue and Customs Prosecution Office News - national (Our copy).
Workload
Government lays down reform programme
seen at 12:34, 6 November in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Government has set out its programme for reform in the first Queen's Speech of Gordon Brown's premiership.
Reinvigorated vision needed for science's interface with society - pearson
seen at 12:08, 6 November in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
The need to drive up the supply of highly trained scientists and engineers; the central importance of the science and society agenda; and how the scientific and research community can best help to respond to the...
Ppi market investigation - emerging thinking
seen at 11:27, 6 November in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission (CC) has today published a consultation document inviting views on its current thinking on the nature of competition in the payment protection insurance (PPI) business in the UK.
Social Sector Rents In Scotland - Research Findings
seen at 11:11, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Summary of report analysing Scottish social rents in 2005/06 and reviewing future policy options
Social Sector Rents In Scotland
seen at 11:11, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
An analysis of rents in 2005/06 and a review of future policy options. Research commissioned in 2006 from Professor Steve Wilcox, Tony O'Sullivan and Gillian Young
Scotland's Science Centres - Impacts and Future Interventions - Research Findings
seen at 11:11, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This study of Scotland’s science centres informs future policy and delivery of the Scottish Science Centre Network (SSCN).
Scotland's Science Centres - Impacts and Future Interventions
seen at 11:10, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This study of Scotland’s science centres informs future policy and delivery of the Scottish Science Centre Network (SSCN).
Rural Scotland Key Facts 2007: People and Communities, Services and Lifestyle, Economy and Enterprise
seen at 11:10, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Summary of key facts related to rural Scotland.
EIA of Reserved Matters Applications - Consultation Responses
seen at 11:10, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Consultation responses.
Developing An Operating Cost Index For Scottish Local Authority Landlords: An Exploratory Analysis
seen at 11:10, 6 November in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report of investigation into the possible development of an operating cost index for Scottish local authority landlords. Commissioned in early 2006, it is by Newhaven Research and Professor Steve Wilcox.
New site functionality
seen at 10:16, 6 November in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).
You may notice a few changes in the site giving you some more functionality. Please bear with us over the next couple of days or so whilst any minor problems are ironed out.
McParland & Anor, R v [2007] NICC 40 [2007] (5 September 2007)
seen at 03:26, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
McParland & Anor, R v [2007] NICC 40 [2007] (5 September 2007)
McParland & Anor, R v [2007] NICC 39 [2007] (25 October 2007)
seen at 03:26, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
McParland & Anor, R v [2007] NICC 39 [2007] (25 October 2007)
Finster v Arriva London & Anor [2007] EWHC 90070 (Costs) (07 February 2007)
seen at 03:23, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
Finster v Arriva London & Anor [2007] EWHC 90070 (Costs) (07 February 2007)
London Borough of Bexley v MJ & Ors [2007] EWHC 1688 (Fam) (12 July 2007)
seen at 03:22, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
London Borough of Bexley v MJ & Ors [2007] EWHC 1688 (Fam) (12 July 2007)
Hicks v Russell Jones & Walker [2007] EWHC 2545 (Ch) (05 November 2007)
seen at 03:21, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
On 27 April 2007 I handed down judgment in this case, after a seven day hearing in March. For the reasons given in my judgment, I concluded that Mr Hicks' case against Russell Jones & Walker ("RJW") succeeded in...
Khan & Anor v The Home Office [2007] EWCA Civ 1092 (05 November 2007)
seen at 03:19, 6 November in BAILII - Recent Decisions (All cases) (Our copy).
This is the judgment of the court.