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29 February 2008

Hm treasury warns of higher risk of money laundering and terrorist financing
seen at 19:59, 29 February in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
IMPORTANT: This constitutes advice issued by HM Treasury about the heightened risks of money laundering or terrorist financing in the jurisdictions identified. All UK businesses within the financial sector should...
'...pass an act of parliament to include a mandatory part of the curriculum which teaches traditional family values in all schools, colleges and universities.' -- Kavan John Hawker
seen at 19:02, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
As we see more and more discontented children on Britain's streets today, we...
'...Urge the Commonwealth War Graves Commission to amend their Royal Charter to Enable the Civilian War Dead of the First World War to be commemorated as those of the Second World War are Commemorated' -- C J HARLEY
seen at 19:02, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Whilst the Civilian War Dead of the Second World War who died as the result...
'...Return Bin Collections To A Weekly Pick Up and the Placement of a proper Recycling Initiative' -- Graham Williamson
seen at 19:02, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We demand that weekly bin collections are returned to their weekly...
Prince withdrawal the "right decision" - PM
seen at 18:17, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has said that withdrawal of Prince Harry from front-line action in Afghanistan is the "right decision".
Statement on behalf of the families of the five men kidnapped in iraq in may last year (delivered by mrs pauline sweeney, stepmother of peter moore)
seen at 18:11, 29 February in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
"This is a statement from the families of the 5 British men taken hostage nine months ago in Baghdad.
'...Reinstate the housing support grant' -- Anne Jones MBE
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The government has added to the housing crisis by removing the housing...
'...Scrap the NHS postcode lottery. Give everyone the same rights and access to treatments' -- Helen Whaley
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Every week, we see in the media that someone is refused a medicine or...
'...NOT give Richard Starkey (Ringo Starr) a Knighthood just because he was in The Beatles' -- Darren Lowe
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Ringo Starr should not be given a Knighthood just because he banged the...
'...make the issues surrounding self-harm more widely known!' -- Roxanne
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I feel that we are clouded by many stigmas and myths surrounding self harm,...
'...stop four more Post Office Closures in Wimbledon, London' -- Belinda Hallam
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
169 post offices are under threat in London. The Post Office has launched a...
'...Introduce legislation to reduce copyright protection to a maximum of 20 years.' -- Richard Kay
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Copyright is a privilege enabling owners to prevent copying of protected...
'...restrict the power of cars for new drivers' -- Peter Atkinson
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
How many times do we have to hear on the news that a young driver has killed...
'...pay Incapacity Benefit claimants an extra day's benefit every February 29, to compensate for the extra expense that this day creates.' -- Ron Graves
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This is an idea that makes perfect economic sense - every 4 years our...
'...To create much needed apprenticeships in the renewable and alternative technology industies' -- Loretta Patricia Land
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
'...To create much needed apprenticeships in the renewable and alternative technology industies' -- Loretta Patricia Land
'...Ban Council Car Park "No change given" DIRTY LITTLE SCAM' -- William Hudson
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Problems with Pay and Display No Change Given., Dirty Little Scam Scam...
'...release Government funding to provide more training to staff in Neonatal Units and allow for the purchase of vital equipment and expansion of these units.' -- Gillian Monaghan
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I would like funding to be reviewed to allow for increased training to be...
'...stop all those who havent payed into the nhs service, from treatment and make them pay through medical heath insurance' -- julie sheehan
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
its about time that the none nhs payers, pay out of their own pockets for...
'...ban all fishing for cod off the british coast till stocks have recovered well' -- carl holmes
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
a ban is needed to take the pressure off fish stocks and allow them to...
'...Legislate to prevent the regulatory bodies from seeming to fine the customers, for the shortcomings of large organisations, but instead impose sanctions against the individuals responsible for the failings.' -- David Whitmore
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We have recently seen the regulators issuing heavy fines against bodies such...
'...pass an act of parliament requiring all schools and colleges to teach all pupils British History. This sector of the curriculum should teach pupils the traditional history of Britain and it's customary ways.' -- Kavan John Hawker
seen at 17:10, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We feel that under the banner of multiculturalism, that too much of Britain'...
Plastic Bags
seen at 16:17, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what the Prime Minister was going to do to stop Government departments spending money on millions of plastic bags, the PMS replied that the point here was about plastic bags being used in Government marketing...
Prince Harry
seen at 16:17, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked for the Prime Minister's view of the arrangements that were in place for Prince Harry in Afghanistan and did he think it was a shame that it had broken down and looked like he would have to come back, the ...
Points based system for migration begins - PM
seen at 16:17, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister launched the first stage of a new points-based system for migrants during a tour of the West Midlands based Fujitsu factory today.
Appointments to the committee on standards in public life
seen at 16:04, 29 February in Committee On Standards In Public Life News - national (Our copy).
Oliver Heald MP, Sir Derek Morris MA Dphil and Dame Denise Platt DBE have been appointed to the Committee on Standards in Public Life. All three appointments, announced by the Prime Minister today, are for a period...
'...allow the introduction of beavers and wild boar all over the uk' -- carl holmes
seen at 15:09, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
"The beaver is a keystone species whose reintroduction can bring benefits to...
'...Force supermarket chains in the UK to offer a least a minimum of 25p / Kg increase in the price of pork to be passed back to the farmer' -- Will Sommerville
seen at 15:09, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The pig farming industry has become, and continues to become, non-profitable...
'...Abolish the new qualifications for adult education lecturers' -- Richard Baron
seen at 15:09, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We call on the Prime Minister to abolish, and not replace, the new...
'...Urge the Government of Bangladesh to cease demolishing slum settlements in Dhaka.' -- James Cole
seen at 15:09, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The caretaker government of Bangladesh is demolishing the homes of thousands...
'...allow temporarily disabled people a short term blue badge' -- Hazel Williams
seen at 15:09, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Having been a carer for my Mother & my husband, I appreciate the value of...
Governance of britain youth citizenship commission
seen at 15:05, 29 February in Ministry of Justice News - national (Our copy).
Professor Jonathan Tonge was announced as chair of the new Youth Citizenship Commission today.
£6m for young leaders
seen at 15:02, 29 February in Department for Children, Schools and Families News - national (Our copy).
The Government wants to unlock the talent of young leaders so that more young people are able to champion local and national issues and to become positive role models for their communities.
£225 million for play facilities - 65 local authorities invited to bid
seen at 15:02, 29 February in Department for Children, Schools and Families News - national (Our copy).
Children and young people will get new adventure playgrounds and exciting and innovative play areas if their local authorities succeed in becoming part of the first year of the government's national £225...
Academy programme to be further accelerated with lower set up costs as part of new "national challenge" programme
seen at 15:02, 29 February in Department for Children, Schools and Families News - national (Our copy).
GREEN LIGHT FOR TEN NEW ACADEMIES
CRC 59 - Quids in - Financial Inclusion: Boosting rural communities: Summary Report
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people.

This summary ...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Just Credit Union
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Cumbrian Debt Rescue and Financial Advice
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Financial Education Project in Dumfries
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Bank i Butikk
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - D£von Pound
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

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Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Ely Citizens Advice Bureau
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

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Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Farm Crisis Network
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - NatWest's mobile bank
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Financial Inclusion Case Studies - Tackley village shop and post office
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as download only

Our financial inclusion campaign is seeking to create greater awareness of the financial services needs of rural people. Our series of best practice...

Quids In: Sharing good practice to help promote financial inclusion
seen at 15:01, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Access to financial services is vital to everyone, but rural areas face specific challenges. Our ‘Quids In’ campaign is trying to create greater awareness of the financial services...

Morning press briefing from 29 February 2008
seen at 13:19, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Briefing from the Prime Minister's Spokesman on: Prince Harry and plastic bags
National Appeal Panel for Entry to the Pharmaceutical List: Procedural Guidelines
seen at 13:19, 29 February in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
National Appeal Panel Procedural Guidelines
PM welcomes Kenyan power-sharing deal
seen at 12:39, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has described a power-sharing deal in Kenya between President Mwai Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga as a "triumph for peace and democracy."
Government ready to act on plastic bags - PM
seen at 12:39, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Gordon Brown has said that the Government is ready to take the "necessary steps" to bring about a reduction in Britain's plastic bag consumption in an effort to improve the environment and cut pollution.
Work commences on navy's new powerful warship, duncan
seen at 12:26, 29 February in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
Defence Minister Baroness Taylor today visited the BAE Systems shipyards, in Glasgow to mark the cutting of steel for the Royal Navy's sixth Type 45 Destroyer, DUNCAN.
'...reverse the implementation of the Standard School Year (formerly known as the six-term year) as recommended by the Local Government Association (LGA)' -- Gordon Lewis BTh. (Hons) Dip. RSA
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
2008 will, for the first time, see the detachment of Good Friday and Easter...
'...set a national standard for policing cycling road racing in order to promote the beneficial environmental and health aspects of cycling as well as nurturing future world class talent.' -- Carl Sergeant
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently there is no national standard for policing road racing in the UK,...
'...Change Scool Intake dates to January and September' -- Mrs B Gibbon
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Children born just after the September 1st deadline have to wait until they...
'...allocate further funds from the lottery to English Heritage for the specific preservation of listed church buildings in Urban Priority Areas that are still in use as places of worship' -- John Self
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Britains town/city scape heritage is in danger of being lost as many...
'...Allow only adults over 21 yrs to own a dog' -- Matt Barker
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The advent of the dog-owning hoodie has brought with it a dramatic rise in...
'...have created and distributed, a pamphlet to be distributed to all households in the u.k detailing how neighbours should show respect towards each other, and have consideration towards others with regards to noise, harrassment, disposal and removal of
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
'...have created and distributed, a pamphlet to be distributed to all households in the u.k detailing how neighbours should show respect towards each other, and have consideration towards others with regards to...
'...Legislate Energy Companies to Make Energy Assistance Package 'Social Tariffs' Mandatory.' -- Carl L Witcombe
seen at 12:16, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
That the Government makes it Mandatory, through legislation within the up-...
Commission consults on extra religion and poverty guidance
seen at 12:15, 29 February in Charity Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Charity Commission has today launched consultations on draft supplementary guidance for charities on public benefit, and is calling for responses. The draft guidance - Public Benefit and the Advancement of ...
Adjudicator publishes decision on proposal to amalgamate northwick manor infant school and northwick manor junior school, in worcester
seen at 11:56, 29 February in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on a proposal by Worcestershire County Council to amalgamate Northwick Manor Infant School and Northwick Manor Junior School in Worcester. The replacement...
Jersey
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the British Government had anything to do with the Government of Jersey, the PMS replied that, as he understood it, we did not have responsibility for things like provision of childcare services. On the...
Kenya
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if increased aid to Kenya could be expected soon in sight of the developments, the PMS said that it was best to check with DfiD, but that it was a bit premature to get into those sorts of suggestions at this...
Plastic Bags
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Government had been taking a strong stand on the subject of plastic bags, the PMS referred the journalist back to the speech that the Prime Minister made on the environment. The Prime Minister had spoken...
Olympics
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister supported the Foreign Secretary's suggestion that the Olympics should be a politics-free zone, the PMS said that the Prime Minister had spoken at some length about the Olympics and the...
Sir Philip Mawer
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what the Prime Minister thought of Sir Philip Mawer saying that he'll stand up to him, the PMS said that the Prime Minister welcomed it. original source.
Derek Conway
seen at 11:22, 29 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister had any thoughts on Sir Ian Blair's comments regarding the Derek Conway case being referred to Scotland Yard, the Prime Minister's Spokesman (PMS) replied that that was not something ...
Afternoon press briefing from 28 February 2008
seen at 11:21, 29 February in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Briefing from the Prime Minister's Spokesman on: Derek Conway, Sir Philip Mawer, Olympics, Plastic Bags, Kenya and Jersey
Consultation on single payment scheme (sps) aspects of eu fruit and vegetable and wine reform
seen at 11:16, 29 February in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
A national public consultation was launched today on options for implementing the outstanding Single Payment Scheme (SPS) aspects of the reforms to the EU fresh and processed fruit and vegetable regime and the EU...
Statistical press notice: hospital waiting and activity
seen at 11:16, 29 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
Nhs inpatient and outpatient waiting times figures - 31st january 2008
seen at 11:16, 29 February in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
STATISTICAL PRESS NOTICE
'...stop the destruction of Clandown village' -- Lionel Curtis
seen at 11:12, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The systematic destruction of an English country village. Clandown is a...
'...try to save the british carrier bag but get some ingredient added so they would eventually disintegrate' -- F.E.Sharpe
seen at 11:12, 29 February in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
If you want to save the british carrier bag please sign this petition.
Points system goes live
seen at 11:09, 29 February in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
The biggest shake-up of the immigration system in 45 years got underway today with the introduction of a new points system to ensure only the best can work in Britain, new licenses for businesses who want to employ...
Oft offers financial incentives for information regarding cartel activity
seen at 11:04, 29 February in Office of Fair Trading News - national (Our copy).
The OFT has today announced a policy under which it will pay financial incentives of up to £100,000 in return for information which helps it to identify and take action against illegal cartels. The policy...
Dfid news alert: new global volunteering scheme announced for young adults
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Department for International Development - national (Our copy).
A new Government-backed global volunteering scheme for 18 to 25 year-olds will offer young adults from less advantaged backgrounds the opportunity to live, work and learn about life in poorer countries while making...
Employment: DWP Commissioning Strategy (Lord McKenzie of Luton, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right honourable friend the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (James Purnell) has made the following Statement.

We have made clear progress over the past decade in tackling poverty and promoting...

Justice: Cross-border Cases (Baroness Scotland of Asthal, Attorney General, Law Officers' Department)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today I am publishing a consultation paper on new rules to clarify citizens' rights when faced with judgments reached in another EU member state in their absence.

The UK is sponsoring this initiative of...

Science: Nanotechnologies (Baroness Morgan of Drefelin, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today my honourable friend the Minister of State for Science and Innovation, Universities and Skills (Ian Pearson) has made the following Statement.

I am today placing in the Libraries of both Houses copies...

Housing Market Renewal Programme 2008-11 (Iain Wright, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Housing Market Renewal Programme has made a major contribution to restoring confidence in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the country. I am therefore pleased to announce that we will be making a further...

Environment Council (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I will represent the UK at the Environment Council in Brussels on 3 March.

At this Council, the Slovenian presidency will be seeking to agree three sets of Council conclusions. First, the Council will discuss...

Tooke Inquiry (Government Response) (Alan Johnson, Secretary of State, Department of Health)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 16 April 2007, my right hon. Friend the former Secretary of State for Health, the Member for Kingston upon Hall, West and Hessle (Alan Johnson) announced an independent review to examine the processes underlying...

National DNA Database Ethics Group (Meg Hillier, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Identity), Home Office)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Further to my written ministerial statement on 25 July 2007, Official Report, column 78WS, I am pleased to announce the following additional appointments to the Ethics Group which provides Ministers with independent...

Nanotechnologies (Ian Pearson, Minister of State (Science and Innovation), Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills)
seen at 11:00, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today placing in the Libraries of the House copies of a statement by the UK Government about nanotechnologies.

Nanotechnologies offer potentially huge benefits to society, industry, health and the ...

Cross-border Judgments (Bridget Prentice, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 10:59, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today my right hon. and noble Friend the Attorney-General is publishing a consultation paper on new rules to clarify citizens' rights when faced with judgments reached in another EU member state in their absence...

DWP Commissioning Strategy (James Purnell, Secretary of State, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 10:59, 29 February in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

We have made clear progress over the past decade in tackling poverty and promoting social justice, but we need to do more. We are determined that we will continue to tackle child poverty and to drive for an 80...

Douglas alexander announces new global volunteering scheme for young adults
seen at 04:08, 29 February in Department for International Development - national (Our copy).
A new Government-backed global volunteering scheme for 18 to 25 year-olds will offer young adults from less advantaged backgrounds the opportunity to live, work and learn about life in poorer countries while making...
Eco invention drive to make uk world beaters
seen at 03:07, 29 February in UK Intellectual Property Office News - national (Our copy).
Youngest inventors targeted to keep Britain in top league of green inventors
Dear John, I very disappointed that you...
seen at 00:05, 29 February in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Dear John,

 

I very disappointed that you either are unable or unwilling to answer the queries I put to you, particularly after I addressed the various points you raised!  Or could...