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13 March 2008

Carol crowned 'queen of weather presenters'
seen at 19:35, 13 March in Met Office News - national (Our copy).
Carol Kirkwood has been named the UK's best TV weather presenter by the prestigious Television and Radio Industries Club (TRIC).
'...lobby the Indian government to end the cruelty involved in their leather trade' -- Suzanne Thorpe
seen at 19:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
PETA reports that cows are transported in suffocating lorries. Those too...
'...Revise the New Road Tax Bands for 2009+' -- Kevin Titchard
seen at 19:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The recent 2008 budget reveals ridiculous tax bands with very high...
'...give pension rights to divorcees in line with widows rights' -- sonia martin
seen at 19:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
currently divorcees have no right to a pension based on their ex husbands...
'...Subsidise Public Transport and regulate the prices the Bus companies can charge.' -- Graham Kirk-Spriggs
seen at 19:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I think that public transport should be subsidised for 3 reasons, 1)It is no...
Rfa welcomes terms of reference for review of indirect impacts of biofuels
seen at 18:59, 13 March in Government News Network News - national (Our copy).
Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of the Renewable Fuels Agency
Young journalists give Gordon a grilling
seen at 18:26, 13 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
Gordon Brown faced tough questioning from a group of 11 to 14-year-old would-be journalists today.
PM determined to "protect all passengers"
seen at 18:26, 13 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
The Prime Minister has stressed his determination to "protect all passengers and all staff" using British airports following a security breach at Heathrow today.
Statutory proposal to close meadowlands infant and junior schools and open a new community primary school, hampshire
seen at 17:48, 13 March in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on a proposal by Hampshire County Council to close Meadowlands Infant and Junior Schools and establish a new Community Primary School from 1 April 2009...
'...Reinstate the free bus service to all children living in Girton and Oakington' -- Richard Carter
seen at 17:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Local Council has decided to withdraw all free bus services to children who...
'...Save Local Pubs! Save your Local' -- Samantha Hill
seen at 17:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We need the Prime Minister to make Supermarkets charge the same for their...
'...Remove VAT on domestic home care for the elderly' -- Nicholas Pearce
seen at 17:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We feel it is grossly unfair that VAT at the full rate is payable by elderly...
'...erect a sign on the bend of Trench Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0PF warning drivers of the danger of oncoming large vehicles and to slow down as they approach it.' -- Janet Braund
seen at 17:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This petition calls for a sign to be erected on the southbound bend of...
John Denham webchat
seen at 16:23, 13 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
John Denham, Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, spent an hour answering your questions on science and technology today.
Carbon trading announcement and £30 million for public sector energy improvements: benn
seen at 16:18, 13 March in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
All central Government departments will be included in a pioneering emissions trading scheme that will also target emissions from large businesses including supermarkets, banks, hotel chains and department stores...
2007 status report on health inequalities
seen at 16:17, 13 March in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
There have been real improvements in the health of disadvantaged groups and areas, according to the latest status report on health inequalities published today.
Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning and Designing Places Award: Report of the Judges 2007
seen at 16:06, 13 March in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report of the judges.
Solar power homes get the go-ahead for april start
seen at 15:54, 13 March in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
New rules to allow homeowners to install solar panels, ground source heat pumps and other microgeneration technologies to help cut carbon emissions were given the green light today by Planning Minister Caroline ...
New plan for riverdance removal to be presented next week
seen at 15:31, 13 March in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
Late Tuesday and early Wednesday morning the stranded Ro-Ro ferry `Riverdance' was hit by 78 knot winds, and as a consequence sustained heavy damage resulting in a 100 degree list. She is also partly sinking into...
'......encourage the British to never forget the atrocities that took place at WW2 concentration camps such as Auschwitz' -- John Robert Acton
seen at 15:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Be that by education, media campaigns or further coverage of what we should...
'...Have the Budget Speech vetted by an Independant authority prior to it being read out in the commons' -- Paul Harris
seen at 15:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The budget speech should be vetted for misleading and ambiguous comments as...
'...Stop the building of a School in Charlestown, Manchester' -- Jason Jones
seen at 15:09, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The building of a new school on Victoria Avenue East Manchester will destroy...
'...Stop all plans to change meat hygiene enforcement in UK slaughterhouses' -- Richard Ley
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We the undersigned, would like to strongly object to the proposed...
'...make sure that all our armed forces get the compensation they deserve' -- Rachel Easby
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At the moment any armed forces personnel injured in conflicts either...
'...Force All Universities to Give Students Free and Completely Unlimited Access to the Internet Through All Channels' -- Georgie Hammerton
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The internet gives university students access to the largest library of...
'...Lower income tax and National insurance for those who earn a low income' -- Catherine Landin
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Please reduce the amount that those who are on a low income, get taxed, (eg...
'...increse the tax allowance for business milage in line with the rising cost of motoring.' -- Scott Dukes
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The cost of fuel has risen by 50% in years but the tax allowance has not...
'...Name some ships of the Royal Navy after kings Edward IV, Edward VI, George VI and Richard I (the Lionheart)' -- Frederick Clark
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
These kings have served our nation well so they deserve to be honoured....
'...Not go ahead with the proposed pay per mile scheme.' -- Philip baxter
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This is an unfair stealth tax that many people just cannot afford to pay....
'...consider taxing classic cars based upon co2 emissions' -- peter butcher
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently some old vehicles are excluded from car tax because they are...
'...Name many more ships after British and French admirals who haven't yet had any ships named after them' -- Frederick Clark
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many British and French admirals who have served their two nations admirably...
'...Bring before parliament a bill to change the law controling Hackney carriage fares in the UK.' -- john kelly
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current laws governing the level of fares employed in Hackney carriages...
'...Replace the current national anthem with "The National Anthem" by Radiohead' -- Christopher Page
seen at 15:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The national anthem is a stale dirge, it needs to be brought into the 21st...
Deborah, thanks for highlighting your...
seen at 15:00, 13 March in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).
Deborah, thanks for highlighting your experience. As part of our review of rural proofing, we are looking at the relative balance of rural proofing nationally, regionally and locally and where and how to...
Technology strategy board welcomes government commitment to innovation
seen at 14:59, 13 March in Technology Strategy Board News - national (Our copy).
Technology Strategy Board to play a key role in accelerating innovation for the benefit of business; will publish strategy soon.
New anti-fraud measure for disabled parking scheme unveiled
seen at 12:29, 13 March in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
New Blue Badge passes are to be issued in a tamper-proof laminated casing as part of the drive to combat abuse of the parking concession for people with disabilities.
Looking for a reliable business? take some advice from consumer direct
seen at 12:26, 13 March in Consumer Direct News - national (Our copy).
Finding a reliable business in your area can sometimes be tricky, but there are ways of increasing your chances of success, advises Consumer Direct.
Minister announces latest move in the fight against drugs in prisons
seen at 12:12, 13 March in Ministry of Justice News - national (Our copy).
Universal testing for the opiate substitute buprenorphine is to be introduced into all prisons in England and Wales from 1 April, Justice Minister David Hanson announced today.
Building an innovation nation: unlocking uk talent, raising productivity, boosting our economy
seen at 12:05, 13 March in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
John Denham launches White Paper to make the UK the best place in the world for innovation
John Denham webchat from 13:30 GMT
seen at 11:35, 13 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
John Denham, Science and Technology Secretary, will take questions on science and technology from 13:30 GMT today.
Uk emissions of air pollutants - 2006 results
seen at 11:28, 13 March in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
STATISTICAL RELEASE
Debt and Reserves Management Report 2008-09 (Angela Eagle)
seen at 11:15, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The "Debt and Reserves Management Report 2008-09" is being published today. Copies have been deposited in the Library of the House.

Contingencies Fund (Bob Ainsworth, Minister of State (Armed Forces), Ministry of Defence)
seen at 11:15, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The armed forces pension scheme, administered by MOD, is responsible for payments of pensions to former members of the armed forces. The scheme is funded partly by the MOD, and partly by a separate MOD vote. ...

'...base the Vehicle Excise Duty (Road Tax) on location rather than engine size or CO2 emmisions' -- James Hagon
seen at 11:14, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
People who live in rural areas sometimes need to own a 4x4. Without a 4x4...
'...Ensure that all classes are taken by qualified teachers and not support staff, or cover supervisors' -- Mark Tanton
seen at 11:14, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many teachers are concerned about the increasing use of cover supervisors in...
'...Redress the in-equality caused by the Married Woman;s National Insurance contribution sheme' -- christine merrett
seen at 11:13, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
"Opting out" but paying considerable sums into the system. Unable to benefit...
'...Abolish the 2008 Budget vehicle Road Tax changes as they are unfair and pretend to be "green"' -- Steven Reilly
seen at 11:13, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Government clearly is milking the green issue to maximise revenue from...
'...Truthfully declare the cost of smoking to the NHS compared to revenue gained' -- Howard Soper
seen at 11:13, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I would like the government to accurately present the cost of smoking to the...
'...save the Stanton St John Post Office' -- E. Judson
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Our Post Office is under threat. The claim that we can easily reach another...
'...reduce duty on Real Ale' -- Philip Glover
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am a mature adult who has not smoked since 2002, but I enjoy a couple of...
'...Remove VAT on fuel, gas and electricity for registered disabled on the higher rates of DLA' -- Linda Kilpatrick
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At present disabled people can claim VAT exemption on various aids etc. This...
'...Sack Edd Balls for his comments during the budget.' -- dave harrison
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
During the budget when cameron highlighted how much the honest decent...
'...Force the Oil companies to provide bunker fuel at the same cost regardless of location for the UK's Commercial Fishermen' -- David Tait
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The price of Diesel bunker oil for the UK's Fishing fleet is currently at a...
'...bring commercial websites which advertise products or services under the jurisdiction of the Advertising Standards Authority' -- T Atkinson
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At present, commercial websites (that is, websites run by companies to...
'...help cut child poverty by halving the amount of tax that low-paid working families pay' -- Jason Breed
seen at 10:08, 13 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The government wants to cut child poverty but as far as I can see the only...
Search and rescue crews at sea to be honoured by royal mail
seen at 03:39, 13 March in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
Dramatic new stamps released today by the Royal Mail celebrate the vital work of the people undertaking search and rescue at sea. The stamps highlight the actions of the crews of the Coastguard Rescue Helicopters...