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09 January 2009

District chairman retirement - mr rumble
seen at 19:42, 9 January in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
Mr Anthony Rumble retired as a District Chairman of the Appeal Tribunals on 31 December 2008.   
UnionjackDL - epetition response
seen at 19:14, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to remove the European Union Flag, (yellow stars on a blue background). from photocard driving licences and replace ...

Bucksincinerator - epetition response
seen at 19:13, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to refuse permission to any proposals by Bucks County Council to build an incinerator either at Springfield Farm, by...

Nhs-uniforms - epetition response
seen at 19:13, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to introduce legislation to make it compulsory for nurses to change out of their uniforms after working their shift, ...

LSAR-RF-LICENSES - epetition response
seen at 19:12, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to exempt LOWLAND SEARCH & RESCUE teams from VHF radio licence fees.”

Details of Petition:

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Electrification - epetition response
seen at 19:12, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to expand the electrification of Britain s rail network.”

Details of Petition:

” We support...

Gurkhasoldier - epetition response
seen at 19:11, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to grant widows old and new of the gurkha regiment the same status and recomopense as due to any british military personell...

Cuckoo - epetition response
seen at 19:11, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to re-open the Cuckoo and Wealden railway lines.”

Details of Petition:

“The East Sussex townships...

Horse-cruelty - epetition response
seen at 19:10, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

We received a petition asking:

“We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to to lobby the European Parliment when legislation on the cruel transport of horses is reviewed in 2011.”

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'...Consider and appoint Les Barker as the next poet Laureat' -- Ernie Warner
seen at 18:55, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The present Poet Laureate is about to retire from the post. Poetry should be...
'...make it illegal to smoke in any vehicle in containing children under the age of 16 years, punishable by a fixed penality notice and fine.' -- Ian Paterson
seen at 18:55, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Children have the right to grow up in the best environment possible and...
'...emphasise to the Banking sector that UK savings need to be considered along side UK loans' -- Neil Bevan
seen at 18:54, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Bank of England has been steadily cutting the base rate and it now sits...
'...increase the allowance for ISA in the coming budgets' -- Neil Bevan
seen at 18:54, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Bank of England has been steadily cutting the base rate and it now sits...
Nhs inpatient and outpatient waiting times figures
seen at 18:27, 9 January in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:   
Change of her majesty's high commissioner to the united republic of tanzania
seen at 18:07, 9 January in Foreign and Commonwealth Office News - national (Our copy).
Ms Diane Corner has been appointed Her Majesty's High Commissioner to the United Republic of Tanzania in succession to Mr Philip Parham, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Ms...
Four millionth child trust fund milestone reached
seen at 17:11, 9 January in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
The Economic Secretary, Ian Pearson MP, announced today that over four million Child Trust Fund accounts have been opened since they were introduced in 2005, supporting the savings habit and providing children across...
National Planning Framework for Scotland 2 Strategic Environmental Assessment: Environmental Report Annex 2: Analysis of Consultation Responses
seen at 17:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Analysis of Consultation Responses.
National Planning Framework for Scotland 2 Strategic Environmental Assessment: Environmental Report Annex 2: Analysis of Consultation Responses
seen at 17:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Analysis of Consultation Responses.
Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Technical Report
seen at 17:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District. Technical Report by ENTEC October 2008, relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and the...
Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Technical Report
seen at 17:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District. Technical Report by ENTEC October 2008, relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and the...
Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Summary Report
seen at 17:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Summary Report relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and River Basin Management Planning...
Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Summary Report
seen at 17:06, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Impact Assessment of the River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Summary Report relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and River Basin Management Planning...
Commuters urged to claim for week of train strain
seen at 16:32, 9 January in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
Passengers who have suffered during a week of misery on the West Coast Main Line should claim compensation under the Passenger's Charter, Transport Minister Andrew Adonis said today.   
Commuters urged to claim for week of train strain
seen at 16:32, 9 January in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
Passengers who have suffered during a week of misery on the West Coast Main Line should claim compensation under the Passenger's Charter, Transport Minister Andrew Adonis said today.   
'...ensure men with eating disorders are given the same opportunities for treatment and care as female sufferers and are by no means discriminated against by their doctor / other health practitioner because they are male.' -- Sam Thomas
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Between 10 and 20 per cent of the 60,000 people with eating disorders are...
'...Provide incentives for reusable sanitary wear' -- Cheryl Dann
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
A lot of people want sanitary towels/tampons to be free on the NHS, a better...
'...increase the amount given for Statutory Maternity Pay and Maternity Allowance' -- Charlie Ely
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current rates are based upon a stereotype of the British family, of a...
'...Provide funding for the extension of Fibre-Optic Broadband across the country' -- Charles Marten
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In recent speeches both the Prime Minister and the Leader of the Opposition...
'...Reduce Council Authority and powers' -- Katie McHugh
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Councils seem to abuse their powers and authority by being too heavy handed...
'...Stop Top Golf building a New "Gaming" Driving Range on Ruislip Golf Course, destroying green belt, removes areas of nature beauty and leisure facilities for all the community.' -- Neil Jennings
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Top Golf Limited have submitted a planning application to Hillingdon council...
'...Don't create a physical ID card - use National Unsurance numbers or a new ID number system' -- Rory Johnston
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Why spend money issuing cards -why not just link it to a national insurance...
'...Introduce a law banning groups like Plane Stupid protesting within one mile of airports' -- Sundeep Kakar
seen at 16:26, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
With the ever-increasing terrorist threat to our country, direct action...
'...urgently review funding levels for local government in Surrey.' -- Nick Skellett
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We believe that the people of Surrey are currently being ill-served by...
'...Stop wasting millions on trying to combat MMCC/global warming' -- Joanne Anderson
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Man made climate change is a theory rejected by over 30,000 respected...
'...allow personal injury compensation payouts to be payed into bank accounts and not affect benefits' -- mark hough
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
at present if you are unable to return to work following an accident, any...
'...Support the building of a new airport, not a third LHR runway' -- Captain Talit Malik
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
MPs continue to debate whether or not to allow a third runway at Heathrow...
'...Fully fund the approved Stonehenge bypass scheme and name the new road after Douglas Adams' -- Trevor Reynolds
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Government is proposing to fund public works in order to support...
'...Reverse the 2.5% VAT cut and give the money to councils on condition that all Car Parking charges in their area are scrapped' -- S. Denton
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
One of the biggest reasons for people keeping out of town centres are car...
'...not allow the EU to take other British oil reserves using secret provisions of the Lisbon treaty.' -- Oliver Lines
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Jose Manuel Barroso says he soon will have the legal authority to take over...
'...Help people losing their jobs' -- andrew pateman
seen at 16:25, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
To provide real help with benefit payments in a system that takes more than...
Government project sends message to smaller suppliers - 'size doesn't matter'
seen at 15:37, 9 January in Office of Government Commerce News - national (Our copy).
A new government Report published today offers a major boost for around 3.75m Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) seeking to do business with central and local government.   
Time is running out to get green grants
seen at 15:23, 9 January in Department of Energy and Climate Change News - national (Our copy).
Charities and organisations like schools and hospitals have until June to apply for grants through the Low Carbon Buildings Programme to install green energy generating equipment like solar panels, wind turbines...
Regional tour day 3
seen at 13:56, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister is on the third day of his regional tour with visits to Birmingham, Swindon and Cardiff. We will keep you posted throughout the day on his activities.

Yesterday, the PM and the Cabinet...

Economy: Producer Prices
seen at 13:56, 9 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Factory gate inflation falls to 4.7%
Economy: Index of Production
seen at 13:55, 9 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Manufacturing: 3.3% three-monthly fall
David fison appointed to oda board
seen at 13:45, 9 January in Department for Culture, Media and Sport News - national (Our copy).
Olympics Minister Tessa Jowell has appointed David Fison to the Board of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA).   
Crackdown on metal theft
seen at 13:31, 9 January in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
A new clampdown on the growing problem of metal theft, estimated to cost the country £360 million each year, was announced today by Home Office Minister Alan Campbell.   
Scottish Government update (January 2009) - Social Work Inspection Agency (SWIA) and HM Inspectorate of Constabulary (Scotland) (HMICS) 2005 review of the management arrangements of Colyn Evans
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Scottish Government update (January 2009) following the Social Work Inspection Agency (SWIA) and HM Inspectorate of Constabulary (Scotland) (HMICS) December 2005 review of the management arrangements of Colyn Evans...
Scotland's Budget Documents 2009-10: Budget (Scotland) Bill Supporting Document for the year ending 31 March 2010
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Budget Bill 2009-10 Supporting Document
Investigation of Occupancy Controls in Rural Housing - RF 24/2009
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The aim of this research was to investigate policies being implemented in Scotland and other countries (including elsewhere in the UK) to resolve rural housing shortages, with a specific focus on occupancy conditions...
Investigation of Occupancy Controls in Rural Housing
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The aim of this research was to investigate policies being implemented in Scotland and other countries (including elsewhere in the UK) to resolve rural housing shortages, with a specific focus on occupancy conditions...
Impact Assessments for the Scotland and Solway Tweed River Basin Management Plans: Report on Drivers, Policies and Trends
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Impact Assessments for the Scotland and Solway Tweed River Basin Management Plans: Report on Drivers, Policies and Trends, relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and River Basin...
Impact Assessment for River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Stage 1: Draft Scoping Report
seen at 13:22, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document: Impact Assessment for River Basin Management Plan for Scotland River Basin District: Stage 1: Draft Scoping Report, relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and Rivern Basin Management...
'...take action to ensure that the Olympic Delivery Authority makes sure that the promised Health facility is built at the same time as the Olympic village for the benefit of the athletes and then the wider local community. Also to make certain that the
seen at 13:08, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The London Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) had promised that a badly needed...
'...restrict the hours that taxi drivers can work in a single shift. following the death of my son who was knocked down & killed by a driver who had worked in excess of 14hours' -- susan jackson
seen at 13:08, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
It is our understanding that at present their is no legal limit to the hours...
First statutory senior traffic commissioner appointed
seen at 12:54, 9 January in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
Philip Brown will be the first Statutory Senior Traffic Commissioner to be appointed by the Secretary of State for Transport, Geoff Hoon, under new powers in the Local Transport Act 2008. He will be formally appointed...
Farming Today: How the recession is affecting housing in rural communities
seen at 12:44, 9 January in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Following our Rural Experience visit looking at the how the reccession is affecting housing in rural areas, this morning's Farming Today programme discussed some of the issues, and spoke...

Following yesterday's visit, this morning's...
seen at 12:44, 9 January in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Following yesterday's visit, this morning's Farming Today programme discussed some of the issues, and spoke to Sir Bob Kerslake.

Listen again to the programme on the Farming ...

Adjudicator publishes a decision on the statutory proposal to discontinue harton infant school and harton junior school and establish a new community
seen at 12:06, 9 January in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on the statutory proposal, submitted by South Tyneside Local Authority to discontinue Harton Infant School and Harton Junior School and establish a ...
'...resist pressure from the EU to allow larger lorries on UK roads.' -- Les Wilkins
seen at 11:38, 9 January in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Swedish government has vowed to use its presidency of the EU this year...
140m apprenticeship boost
seen at 06:05, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Government is to invest 140 million to create a further 35,000 apprenticeships in 2009-10, the Prime Minister has said.

The PM made the announcement on a visit to Rolls Royce in Derby with Skills ...

Regional tour day 1
seen at 06:05, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Regional tour day 1
seen at 06:05, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

PM and Cabinet in Liverpool
seen at 06:04, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister is in Liverpool on the second day of his regional tour.

The PM and the Cabinet have hosted the latest public engagement event before holding their Cabinet meeting.

Ministers such...

Liverpool Cabinet stream
seen at 06:04, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Liverpool Cabinet stream
seen at 06:04, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Liver building
seen at 06:03, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

PM in Liverpool
seen at 06:03, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

PM in Liverpool
seen at 06:03, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Cabinet in Liverpool
seen at 06:02, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Rate cut “essential part” of economic action - PM
seen at 06:02, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has called today’s half a percentage point cut in interest rates by the Bank of England an “essential part” of the action that needs to be taken to deal with the economic...

Rate cut “essential part” of economic action - PM
seen at 06:02, 9 January in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has called today’s half a percentage point cut in interest rates by the Bank of England an “essential part” of the action that needs to be taken to deal with the economic...

Uk emissions of air pollutants - 2007 results
seen at 05:27, 9 January in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Defra today publish 2007 results from the National Atmospheric Emissions Inventory (NAEI) for UK emissions of sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, non-methane volatile organic compounds (NMVOCs) and ammonia.  ...
New health and social care commissioner appointed for london
seen at 05:19, 9 January in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Ann Lloyd has been appointed to the post of Health and Social Care Commissioner for London at the Appointments Commission, it was announced today.   
Nhs referral to treatment (rtt) times data october 2008
seen at 05:19, 9 January in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Main Points   
Stronger public voice for local policing in merseyside
seen at 04:09, 9 January in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
Home Secretary Jacqui Smith today joined Merseyside Police to witness their work with local communities to tackle crime and deliver the new Policing Pledge to local people.   
Mod takes delivery of "souped-up" combat vehicles
seen at 03:46, 9 January in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The first batch of over 100 enhanced light tanks, used for scouting out the enemy have been delivered to training units in the British Army, complete with a state-of-the-art engine cooling system taken from the ...
Mod takes delivery of "souped-up" combat vehicles
seen at 03:46, 9 January in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
The first batch of over 100 enhanced light tanks, used for scouting out the enemy have been delivered to training units in the British Army, complete with a state-of-the-art engine cooling system taken from the ...
International development secretary announces £39m for humanitarian crisis in drc
seen at 03:08, 9 January in Department for International Development - national (Our copy).
The UK will deliver an additional £39m to meet urgent humanitarian needs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander announced today.   
Environmental Quality Waste and Pollution Reduction - Consultation Responses
seen at 03:08, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Responses to the Zero Waste Consultation which was sent out on 28th July 2008.
The Amendment of Charges Schemes Direction 2008
seen at 03:08, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The Amendment of Charges Schemes Direction 2008: The Scottish Ministers make the following Direction in exercise of the powers conferred by section 40(1) of the Environment Act 1995 and all other powers enabling...
Term Dates 2009-2010
seen at 03:08, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
School holidays 2009-2010
Consultation on the right to request time to train for employees in Scotland - Summary of responses to the Scottish Government
seen at 03:08, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This document contains a summary of the responses received to the consultation on the right to request time off to train.
The Early Years Framework
seen at 03:08, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This framework is about giving all our children the best start in life and the steps the Scottish Government, local partners and practitioners in early years services need to take to start us on that journey.
Initial Evaluation of Effectiveness of Measures to Mitigate Diffuse Rural Pollution
seen at 03:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Document on Initial Evaluation of Effectiveness of Measures to Mitigate Diffuse Rural Pollution, relating to the implementation of the Water Framework Directive and the River Basin Management Planning process in...
Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Scotland's Water: Future Directions: A Consultation
seen at 03:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A consultation paper on Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003, titled: Scotland's Water: Future Directions.
Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Restoration of the water environment: A Consultation
seen at 03:07, 9 January in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A Consultation on Implementing the Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003: Restoration of the water environment.
Collapsed building rescue funding for fire services
seen at 02:17, 9 January in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Funding to enable each of England's 46 Fire and Rescue Services (FRS) to be capable of rescuing people from collapsed buildings and undertaking mass decontamination of the public was confirmed by Fire Minister...
Manchester airport rail upgrade brings business benefits
seen at 02:14, 9 January in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
Passengers and businesses will reap the rewards of a new multi-million pound upgrade to Manchester Airport railway station, officially opened today by Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon.   
Andrew adonis reappoints colin foxall as member of the british transport police authority
seen at 02:14, 9 January in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Transport, Andrew Adonis, is delighted to announce the reappointment of Colin Foxall as a member of the British Transport Police (BTP) Authority.   
Know your rights when shopping in the sales, advises consumer direct
seen at 02:06, 9 January in Consumer Direct News - national (Our copy).
As many people rush out to take advantage of the January sales, Consumer Direct is advising shoppers that they have exactly the same statutory rights when they buy sale goods as they do for full price items.  ...
Adjudicator publishes decisions on statutory proposals to discontinue mount pleasant infant and junior schools and grange infant and junior schools an
seen at 01:47, 9 January in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published decisions on statutory proposals to discontinue Mount Pleasant Infant and Mount Pleasant Junior Schools and establish a new primary school, and to discontinue ...
Adjudicator publishes decisions on statutory proposals to discontinue mount pleasant infant and junior schools and grange infant and junior schools an
seen at 01:47, 9 January in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published decisions on statutory proposals to discontinue Mount Pleasant Infant and Mount Pleasant Junior Schools and establish a new primary school, and to discontinue ...
Adjudicator publishes decision on a proposed amalgamation of carclaze infant school and carclaze junior school in september 2010
seen at 01:47, 9 January in Office of The Schools Adjudicator News - national (Our copy).
The Office of the Schools Adjudicator has published a decision on a proposal by Cornwall County Council to amalgamate Carclaze Infant School and Carclaze Junior School, St Austell in new buildings from September...