At 4pm today (Sunday) Yarmouth Coastguard received a 999 call from a worried grandparent reporting that his two thirteen year old granddaughters had walked out on the mudflats at Snettisham in Norfolk and he had...
Hurricane Gustav continues to move through the Caribbean and is now a category 3 storm (expected to reach category 4 before making landfall in the US). On present estimates, landfall in the US is possible on Monday...
Three women have been injured with one being transferred to hospital after a dive boat overturned when it was being backed into the sea at Sea Palling in North Norfolk this morning.
Gordon Brown is to attend an emergency session of the EU Council scheduled for Monday to discuss the conflict between Georgia and Russia over the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
The Prime...
Gordon Brown is to attend an emergency session of the EU council scheduled for Monday to discuss the conflict between Georgia and Russia over the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia.
Writing...
Dr Rachel Davies will retire as Chairman of the Employment Tribunals (England & Wales) on 31 August 2008.
HM The Queen has appointed Helen Mifflin to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP. The Lord Chief Justice, Lord Phillips of Worth Matravers, has assigned her...
His Honour Judge James Reginald Pyke is due to take early retirement on 31 August 2008.
Applications for EU part funding are invited from trade organisations for promotional activities aimed at increasing the information on, and sales of, certain agricultural products in EU countries.
The Government has marked the start of the UK School Games by assigning an extra 36 million in funding to non-traditional sports in Britain’s schools.
The Government has marked the start of the UK School Games by assigning an extra 36 million in funding to non-traditional sports in Britain s schools.
Sports Secretary Andy Burnham announced the plans...
Defra has invited horticulture stakeholders to discuss the consultation on the future management of risks from Phytophthora ramorum and Phytophthora kernoviae.
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on a parental objection about the Dame Alice Owen's School's admission arrangements. The adjudicator, Mr Alan Parker, partially upheld the objection...
Defra today announced the detection of Bluetongue (BTV8) in eight imported cattle, on premises near Tiverton, Devon. The animals originated from the same consignment imported from within the BTV8 Restricted Zone...
Veterans Minister Derek Twigg has expressed his sadness at the death of Gladys Powers, who may have been the world's last female First World War (WW1) veteran.
The Department for International Development (DFID) have asked UNICEF to redirect £150,000 of an existing Trust Fund for immediate assistance to those who have been made homeless by the severe floods in the...
A new scheme to get young men off the streets of war torn Basra and back into work has been launched in Iraq.
Guidance notes and application forms for the Food Processing, Marketing and Co-operation Grant Scheme.
Forecasters at the Met Office are predicting that that final day of the summer could end with heavy rain and thunderstorms affecting some parts of the country this weekend.
As the North Atlantic tropical storm season heads into its most active months all eyes are focused on Tropical Storms Gustav and Hanna as they head towards the southern USA.
Brixham Coastguard are currently coordinating assistance to a youth who fell down a cliff after an emergency call was by a member of the public just after 10.00 am this morning to the marine emergency service. &...
England and Wales rate at 26 year low
Veterans Minister Derek Twigg has expressed his sadness at the death of Gladys Powers, who may have been the world's last female First World War (WW1) veteran.
Forecasters at the Met Office are predicting that that final day of the summer could end with heavy rain and thunderstorms affecting some parts of the country this weekend.
Forecasters at the Met Office are predicting that that final day of the summer could end with heavy rain and thunderstorms affecting some parts of the country this weekend.
Annual house prices in England and Wales fell by 2 per cent in July to prices last seen in spring 2007, according to the latest figures from Land Registry. The average house price is £178,364, which is also...
Annual house prices in England and Wales fell by 2 per cent in July to prices last seen in spring 2007, according to the latest figures from Land Registry. The average house price is £178,364, which is also...
England and Wales rate at 26 years low
Coaching and competition for all in main sports by 2012 £36million fund for non-traditional sports announced
The North West has been appointed the first Strategic Health Authority to lead on allergy services in a new drive to improve services for allergy sufferers, the Department of Health announced today. ...
The key points from the latest release are:
This is the fourth quarterly practice survey, covering a sample of practices from each primary care trust (PCT), conducted between June and August 2008. The aims of the survey are to get feedback from practices ...
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health.
HSE today notified bidders for the new gas installer registration scheme that it is awarding the contract to Capita Group Plc (CAPITA). The contract, which is valued at £14 million per annum, is awarded for...
Tackling Occupational Segregation in Scotland: A Report of Activities from the Scottish Government Cross-Directorate Occupational Segregation Working Group
Statistical bulletin giving information on prisoner population, liberations and receptions in the financial year 2007/08.
Consultation responses.
A summary of international organisational performance management literature, highlighting best practice in organisational performance management and its applicability in a central government context.
The Motor Industry Service and Repair Code - which is backed by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) - has successfully completed the first stage ...
The Motor Industry Service and Repair Code - which is backed by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) - has successfully completed the first stage ...
The Motor Industry Service and Repair Code - which is backed by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Retail Motor Industry Federation (RMIF) - has successfully completed the first stage ...
Ann Keen, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health Services, was our most recent Minister to take part in a Number 10 webchat.
She answered questions on cancer care, hospital infections and many other ...
The Prime Minister travelled to the Clydeside town of Port Glasgow to officially open the town’s new 10 million Newark Primary School today.
Headteacher Lillian Hasson was in the same year as Mr...
Phil Hope, Minister for the Third Sector, today set out how the Government will cut red tape for one in five charities, through measures that have been well supported by the third sector.
Movements of fish in and out of Weller Pool, Lynsters Lakes, Coppermill Lane, Maple Cross, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire have been restricted, following the confirmation of Koi Herpesvirus (KHV) Disease. Movements...
Soldiers in the Royal Logistic Corps are to get a boost to their driving skills thanks to a hi-tech virtual training computer package, which will test their ability to cope under fire.
This year's Landscape Institute annual conference will stimulate debate on the importance of good quality landscape in housing developments and in creating sustainable communities.
A mixture...
A new streamlining of police powers for frontline officers to cut red tape, improve efficiency and protect the rights of the public was set out by Home Office Minister Tony McNulty today.
Energy Minister Malcolm Wicks has today given the go ahead to Thor Cogeneration Ltd to construct a 1,020MW gas-fired combined heat and power station at Seal sands, Teesside. He has also given deemed planning permission...
We're supporting this ippr event presenting new research on migration into rural areas. Our Chief Executive, Graham Garbutt, will be making the closing remarks to bring the event to a close...
We're supporting this ippr event presenting new research on migration into rural areas. Our Chief Executive, Graham Garbutt, will be making the closing remarks to bring the event to a close...
Hazel Blears today unveiled new guidance to the Fire and Rescue Services to integrate better protection for historic buildings and the environment into Fire and Rescue Service planning.
Hazel Blears today unveiled new guidance to the Fire and Rescue Services to integrate better protection for historic buildings and the environment into Fire and Rescue Service planning.
Deaths decrease in 2007
Number of deaths increase in 2007
Our new report The Personalisation of Adult Social Care in Rural Areas forms part of our work around the Government’s forthcoming Care and Support Green Paper.
It's based on the ...
Today's publication of the Ministry of Defence's latest Armed Forces manning figures shows that the UK Armed Forces are currently at 96.8 per cent of their full time trained strength requirement. &...
Five of the first volunteers returning from a new global volunteering scheme, Platform2, kicked off their awareness-raising tour on Sunday 24 August by talking to Douglas Alexander, Secretary of State for International...
SABS2006
The Department for Transport has today published the following Transport Statistics:
The Personalisation of Adult Social Care in Rural Areas is part of our work around the Government’s forthcoming Care and Support Green Paper. It's based on the views of a range of people working...
MY petition is for the Government to compensate all OAPs for the loss of the...
Married couples and civil partners whose spouse or civil partner dies without leaving a will are to benefit from an increase in the statutory legacy under proposals published by the Government today. ...
A minerals company failed to make sure its activities did not support armed conflict and forced labour in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a British government investigation has found.
Government is taking a fresh look at the changing global services industry and how it can support innovation by British businesses.
Statement on Georgia of Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United States and the United Kingdom
Ann Keen, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health Services, answered a range of questions on health issues in our latest Number 10 webchat.
Read the transcript and get Ann’s views on cancer care...
Ann Keen, Parliamentary Under-Secretary for Health Services, answered a range of questions on health issues in our Number 10 webchat. Read the transcript below:
Moderator says: We will ...
The OFT is calling on businesses to take the necessary steps to be ready for changes to the consumer credit licensing regime that come into force in the autumn.
This document is available as a download only
Paper for the 12th meeting of the Commission for Rural Communities, 10 July 2008.
This document is available as a download only
Paper for the 12th meeting of the Commission for Rural Communities, 10 July 2008.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has changed its Travel Advice for Zimbabwe. Due to the continued decrease in violence in the country we no longer advise against all but essential travel to Zimbabwe. However, ...
Four prominent British Muslims visited Ethiopia and Hargeisa in Somaliland from 18-23 August as part of a Projecting British Islam visit. The main aim of the visit was to build stronger partnerships between British...
Transport Infrastructure and Climate Change Committee
This document is available as a download only Paper for the 12th meeting of the Commission for Rural Communities, 10 July 2008.
Health minister and former district nurse Ann Keen will be in Number 10 for a live webchat from 16:00 BST today.
You can log in and post your question now or come back later and join in live.
Ann...
The Prime Minister has re-appointed Sir Ronald Cohen from 1 January 2009 and Baroness Helena Kennedy from 1 October 2008 as Trustees of the British Museum for a period of four years.
Biographical Notes Sir...
The NHS is making good progress against key priorities and continues to show strong financial management, predicting a surplus of £1.75 billion for 2008/09, the Department of Health announced today. &...
eHealth Strategy Policy Document
eHealth Strategy Policy Document
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) can announce the opening of a new £1.5 million Multi Purpose Test Centre (MPTC) at Basildon, Essex on September 29.
Rate at 56.3%
This is the latest in a series of quarterly Statistics Publication Notices which announces the availability of the Scottish Household Survey for quarter 1 of 2008.
Guidance for NHSScotland on pandemic flu workforce issues
This document is available as a download only
This data sheet presents some of the data used in our State of the Countryside 2008 report in greater depth and by region.
This document is available as a download only
This data sheet presents some of the data used in our State of the Countryside 2008 report in greater depth and by region.
This document is available as a download only
This data sheet presents some of the data used in our State of the Countryside 2008 report in greater depth and by region.
This report is the result of an inspection by HMICS into the police response to Domestic Abuse.
As promised, here is a selection of the feedback we received from our Twitter followers on the new website. We have also added comments of our own in places:
NickAnstead @DowningStreet. Like...
The Government is exploring ways to make flexible working easier in the workplace following the publication of a consultation on 26 August.
The consultation follows...
Today's announcement by President Medvedev that Russia will recognise South Ossetia and Abkhazia is unjustifiable and unacceptable. It will also not work. It is contrary to the principles of the peace agreement...
FCO Minister Lord Malloch-Brown today commented on the release of the United Nations Office on Drugs (UNODC) 2008 Opium Survey for Afghanistan. Lord Malloch-Brown said:
Over 300 villages in western Afghanistan will be cleared of mines as a result of new funding announced today by International Development Secretary, Douglas Alexander.
The goverment want's to be seen as the green party with the Tax on big...
The Prime Minister raised the issues of press freedom and Tibet during talks with Chinese President Hu Jintao in Beijing this morning.
During welcome talks at the Great Hall of the People, Mr Brown said...
Briefing from the Prime Minister s Spokesman on: Cabinet activity, Georgia Summit, by election, energy windfall tax and the Prime Minister in Scotland.
CabinetAsked for details of upcoming Cabinet meetings...
Older people are being urged to claim Pension Credit today while they may still be able to benefit from up to a year's backdated lump sum.
New review team puts customers at heart of service delivery
Four fisherman were taken off their fishing vessel by lifeboat last night after the vessel went aground at Rhossili Bay.
Elinor Goodman, one of our Commissioners, will be chairing a new independent commission to consider how rural communities in Essex can be supported:
“Despite its close proximity...
The 2008 Home Business Report is asking home businesses across the land about their business, lifestyle and technology, in a bid to uncover what's happening in entrepreneurial homes.
Asked if the Government was considering plans to force employers to leave women s jobs open for up to a year whilst they were on maternity leave, the PMS replied that it was best to check with DWP on this. original...
Asked on law and order if it was the case that the police were now demonising the middle classes because of government targets as they were easier to catch, the PMS replied that this was a question best directed...
Asked if it was the case that what the Prime Minister was doing this week was no different from what he was doing before he went to Beijing and the only holiday the Prime Minister had had was in Suffolk, the PMS...
Asked what the Prime Minister s position was on a windfall tax, the PMS said that there had been stories in the press this morning. It went without saying that tax was a matter for the Chancellor and the Treasury...
Asked whether the Prime Minister would be visiting his neighbouring constituency in the run-up to the by election there, the PMS replied that he was unaware of any specific plans but clearly any questions that ...
Asked whether the Prime Minister would be attending the proposed summit on the situation in Georgia, the PMS said that the proposal had been made in the last few days and we very much welcomed the announcement ...
Asked for details of upcoming Cabinet meetings, the Prime Minister s Spokesman (PMS) told the assembled press that there would be a Cabinet meeting next week. He did not have any information on political Cabinet...
The Prime Minister raised the issues of press freedom and Tibet during talks with Chinese President Hu Jintao in Beijing this morning.
During welcome talks at the Great Hall of the People, Mr Brown said...
65% of households had access in 2008
Provides some key figures on Transport in Scotland, recent trends and comparisons with GB as a whole.
Free Personal And Nursing Care, Scotland, 2006-07
Thirty one museums and galleries in England will benefit from grants totalling £4 million, Culture Minister Margaret Hodge announced today.
The Government will explore ways to make dealing with flexible working requests easier for businesses, as part of a consultation published today (Tuesday 26th August).
These administrative procedures provide detailed operational guidance for registered social landlords and grant providers on the New Supply Shared Equity Scheme
This booklet gives information about our New Supply Shared Equity scheme that will help people across Scotland who are on low incomes, particularly first-time buyers, become home owners.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has changed its Travel Advice for Georgia.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has named the pedestrian who died after being hit by a police vehicle in Bromley, south-east London, on Saturday (23 August) as Sandra Simpson.
Consultation responses.
CONSULTATION ON PROVISIONS RELATING TO MUIRBURN DATES
Has figures on (e.g.) road vehicles, traffic, accidents, toll bridges, bus and rail passengers, road and rail freight, air and water transport, personal travel and comparisons with GB.
Draft Code of Practice under section 410 of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
Draft Code of Practice Cash Searches Proceeds of Crime Act
Findings and recommendations from a review of the uptake and use of the S1/S2 PSD Road Safety Education Resource.
This research reviews the uptake and use of the S1/S2 PSD Road Safety Education Resource and provides recommendations for the development of an updated resource.
A Consultation on the Next Generation of National Qualifications in Scotland - Summary Leaflet
Community Rail has a crucial role to play in promoting sustainable transport, reducing car use and providing vital links for rural areas.
Supported by ACoRP, The Future of Community ...
The Prime Minister has praised the British Olympic team for its “incredibly impressive achievement” at the Beijing Games that closed on Sunday.
Speaking to the BBC in China, Mr Brown said that...
An overhaul of the police injury compensation system to target officers most in need of support and meet the demands of modern policing, were set out in a consultation launched by Home Office Minister Tony McNulty...
The Highways Agency can confirm that following the successful demolition of Tinsley Towers by E.ON, the necessary checks to the M1 and A631 on the Tinsley Viaduct have been carried out and the routes were re-opened...
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) is to use its own investigators to examine the circumstances surrounding a fatal road traffic incident in Bromley last night (Saturday 23 August). ...
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has named the man who died after being taken ill at Brixton police station on Thursday (21 August) as Sean Rigg.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has named the man who died after being taken ill at Brixton police station on Thursday (21 August) as Sean Rigg.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has named the man who died after being taken ill at Brixton police station on Thursday (21 August) as Sean Rigg.
Please get my name right. Ann Risman
Please get my name right. Ann Risman
Gordon Brown has predicted honours awards for British medalists in recognition of the country’s best Olympic performance for a century.
Speaking to the BBC in Beijing, the PM said that there had ...
Hi Robert, This link should take you to the report you need.
Thank you all for your comments so far, which we've passed onto our Strong and Prosperous Rural Economies team.
Community Rail has a crucial role to play in promoting sustainable transport, reducing car use and providing vital links for rural areas.
Supported by ACoRP, The Future of Community ...
Today, on UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition, Margaret Hodge, Culture Minister, announced new protection for four historic buildings and monuments linked to the slave...
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to amend the Animals Act 1971.”
Details of Petition:
“The animals Act 1971 protects farm animals...
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to ensure extra VAT revenue from increases in fuel prices over the past 12 months should be spent on transport or renewable...
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to save Deaf Schools.”
Details of Petition:
“Most Deaf children are struggling in mainstreams...
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to keep a school within the mitchell berryhill community.”
Details of Petition:
“Mitchell ...
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to examine and challenge proposals made by Derbyshire County Council, to close Deincourt Community School.”
We received a petition asking:
“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to postpone the date for bringing in the new motorcycle test (due sept 29 08) till all 66 sites are operational in the...
The Prime Minister raised the issues of press freedom and Tibet during talks with Chinese President Hu Jintao in Beijing this morning.
During welcome talks at the Great Hall of the People, Mr Brown said...
"Midnight represents the passing of the latest deadline for Russia to pull back its troops. Since 16 August Russia has made three public commitments to withdraw its forces. Today's reports of Russian military...
Statistics relating to the waiting times of urgently referred patients diagnosed with cancer during January-March 2008. Also 2007 cancer waiting times statisics for breast cancer, acute leukaemia and childhood ...
Statistics relating to the waiting times of urgently referred patients diagnosed with cancer during January-March 2008. Also 2007 cancer waiting times statisics for breast cancer, acute leukaemia and childhood ...
I agree that's a far from ideal situation. Which is why I think this guidance is welcome, as anything that can help provide examples to help police forces to allocate resources effectively to support their...
I'm wondering whether the above example is of an officer in a neighbourhood or response role, hopefully not both!
In the former, a 7x10 mile rural area would probably have a (relatively...
For nearly 25 years i policed an area of 77 square miles in a isolated area of East Lancashire. Mainly moorland with pockets of population it was often an area where crime was a rare event. By working ...
How do I get the latest edition - Edition 2 - dated 2008?
Please
Hi Robert, This link should take you to the report you need.
Minister seeks your views!
Local Government Minister John Healey has commissioned a rapid and independent study on the impacts and implications of the ‘Credit Crunch’ on regeneration...
Following on from people's comments, Brian Livesey, Operations Manager at the National Policing Improvement Agency has kindly provided a response: "The geographic areas covered by rural neighbourhood...
Unsurprisingly the cost of oil is having huge impact with rural families depending on oil for both heating and cooking. I am aware of small farmers in less favoured areas e.g upland afraid to buy oil for...
The biggest impact on my business - Tourism / property lets - is the unknown facts and lack of direction or decision making from the Government. It's like everyone is holding their breath until they are...
Building firms are reported to be laying off staff. The building industry has achieved significant growth in the local economy as a result of housing policy. A proposal for...
We're working with the Department of Health to hold a two day show and tell event to share innovative practice amongst Primary Care Trusts who are interested in improving quality and access...
Thank you all for your comments so far, which we've passed onto our Strong and Prosperous Rural Economies team.
NALC are hosting this two-day event for anyone connected with town and parish councils. 'Place Matters' will provide up to date information on the implications of the Local Government and...
ruralnet|uk's 2008 conference will debate the challenges facing our rural communities and ask if ‘local’ is the answer. The two-day event will provide a programme of stimulating and...
Community Rail has a crucial role to play in promoting sustainable transport, reducing car use and providing vital links for rural areas.
Supported by ACoRP, The Future of Community ...
0.2% three monthly rise into June
Economic growth was 0.0% in Q2 2008
The Government Equalities Office (GEO) today announced a new senior stakeholder group to support development of a new equality framework which will help make Britain a fairer and more equal place.
Defra today announced that a protocol on the conditions for the export of UK pig meat to China has been signed by the Minister for Trade and Investment, Lord Digby Jones of Birmingham, and Li Changjiang, Minister...
Care Services Minister Ivan Lewis today announced a £1millon grant to help build the world's first purpose-built institute for research into end of life care.
Older people are being urged to claim their Winter Fuel Payments, increased for this winter, to help them with higher energy costs.
The first successful prosecution by the City of London Police's Overseas Anti-Corruption Unit was welcomed by the government today.
The Driving Standard's Agency (DSA) can reveal further success in their efforts to deal with individuals who fraudulently sit the practical driving test on behalf of named candidates. Today at Croydon Crown ...
An eAuction, facilitated by the Office of Government Commerce (OGC), has achieved savings of around 20% on desktop computers and approaching 50% on laptops.
The 36 foot motor yacht "Seaworks" ran aground very early this morning and is currently submerged off Zone Point, Falmouth. The yacht, which was bound for Cross Haven, was carrying 2 crew members at the...
We understand that inflation is the increase of the money supply under a...
we think that the legal age to get a tattoo should be 16, instead of 18.
I would like to petition the government to change the way stamp duty is...
men and women who in many ways give up their basic human rights once they...
Married mans tax allowance for pensioners, male over 65 female over 60. We...
We urge the Government to remove the obstacles and disincentives to...
This petition is to make sure that all sun lotions are thoroughly checked to...
We would like to make it a criminal offence punishable by an unlimited fine...
At this moment in time, the law as it stands is that one must be under the...
HHO devices can improve fuel efficiency, and therefore pollution by up to 30...
ruralnet|uk's 2008 conference will debate the challenges facing our rural communities and ask if ‘local’ is the answer. The two-day event will provide a programme of stimulating and ...
Community Rail has a crucial role to play in promoting sustainable transport, reducing car use and providing vital links for rural areas.
Supported by ACoRP, The Future of Community Rail...
NALC are hosting this two-day event for anyone connected with town and parish councils. 'Place Matters' will provide up to date information on the implications of the Local Government and...
As August draws to a close the wet weather which has brought flooding to many areas is expected to end.
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.
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.