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01 April 2009

PM urges values-based rules for economy
seen at 20:27, 1 April in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Gordon Brown has told faith leaders and representatives of NGOs that the world must adopt global economic rules based on common values.

During a speech at St Paul’s Cathedral the PM said G20 leaders...

Prime Minister’s Questions
seen at 20:26, 1 April in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The G20 Summit, MP’s expenses and the working capital scheme were on the agenda at today s PMQs.

The Prime Minister also took questions on asbestos poisoning, ...

More about the G20 spouses
seen at 20:25, 1 April in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

While the Prime Minister meets leaders of the world’s largest economies, Sarah Brown is leading a busy programme for their spouses.

See photos from the programme on Flickr and get ...

Economy: Corporate Profitability
seen at 20:23, 1 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
12.8% in Q4 2008
Capita/ibs merger could damage competition
seen at 19:34, 1 April in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally concluded that the completed acquisition by Capita Group plc (Capita) of IBS OPENSystems plc (IBS) could damage competition in the market for the supply of revenues...
Capita/ibs merger could damage competition
seen at 19:34, 1 April in Competition Commission News - national (Our copy).
The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally concluded that the completed acquisition by Capita Group plc (Capita) of IBS OPENSystems plc (IBS) could damage competition in the market for the supply of revenues...
Employment judge retirement - buckley
seen at 18:48, 1 April in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
Mr Bernard Christopher Buckley retired as an Employment Judge of the Employment Tribunals (England and Wales) on 31 March 2009.   
Ligia ferreira awarded honorary mbe for services to the local community
seen at 18:46, 1 April in Department for Culture, Media and Sport News - national (Our copy).
Ligia Ferreira, manager of Licolnshire Library Services Multicultural Development Service, was today presented with an honorary MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) by Culture Minister Barbara Follett...
Franca knowles awarded honorary mbe for services to hospitality training
seen at 18:45, 1 April in Department for Culture, Media and Sport News - national (Our copy).
Franca Knowles, Human Resources Director of Interpub plc and founder of the Footsteps Training Programme, was today awarded an honorary MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for services to Hospitality...
Uk and mexico sign agreement on sustainable development
seen at 18:30, 1 April in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Hilary Benn, the Secretary of State for Environment, Ed Miliband the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change and the Mexican Secretary for Environment and Natural Resources, Juan Elvira Quesado, have signed...
Nhs health checks to help reduce heart attacks, strokes, diabetes and kidney disease - preventative checks will soon be available in england
seen at 18:17, 1 April in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
NHS Health Checks, which could prevent 1600 heart attacks and strokes each year and help save 650 lives will begin from April this year, announced Health Secretary Alan Johnson today.   
Landmark day as patients to help put quality at the heart of the nhs and social care - amended
seen at 18:17, 1 April in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Patient feedback on operations and the start of the new NHS and Social care complaints system are two of the measures that will come into force today, marking a major milestone, that will ensure quality of patient...
New law comes into force to strengthen protection of vulnerable people
seen at 18:16, 1 April in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Some of the most vulnerable people in society will be better protected against abuse and poor care as a result of new legislation coming into force today.   
New pilots announced to bring health and social care together
seen at 18:16, 1 April in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Patients in 16 pilot sites will benefit from a trial to see how health and social care services can join together to increase quality of care, Health Minister Ben Bradshaw and Care Services Minister Phil Hope announced...
Mike taylor re-appointed as commissioner for north west and west midlands
seen at 18:16, 1 April in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Mike Taylor begins his re-appointment as the Health and Social Care Commissioner for the North West and West Midlands at the Appointments Commission today.   
Help for employers to prepare for the upturn
seen at 17:58, 1 April in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
A new service providing employers with easy access to free advice and support has been launched as part of the Government's commitment to provide 'real help now' for business.   
New commissioners announced for uk commission for employment and skills
seen at 17:29, 1 April in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
Skills Secretary John Denham today announced the appointment of two new Commissioners for the UK Commission for Employment and Skills.   
Changes to uk's national measurement infrastructure
seen at 17:28, 1 April in Department of Innovation, Universities and Skills News - national (Our copy).
The National Weights and Measures Laboratory is to change its name to the National Measurement Office on 1 April 2009.   
So ... what happened? And what happens next? 
seen at 17:20, 1 April in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

So ... what happened? And what happens next?

 

Thank you for your comment, I have forwarded it...
seen at 17:20, 1 April in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).
Thank you for your comment, I have forwarded it on to the team and we will respond as soon as possible.
Remote and often forgotten
seen at 17:19, 1 April in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Our upland community is as with many, without a bus service and even if we had one, no doubt the timings would not meet the needs as does a car. Often we hear that rural communities need a bus service...

Please see below for the feed back from the...
seen at 17:19, 1 April in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Please see below for the feed back from the Rural Experience team:

“The results of the visit will be incorporated into the governments Digital Inclusion Action Plan which is designed to deliver...

New 'chapter 8' gives clearer, updated advice to make road works safer
seen at 16:45, 1 April in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Updated guidelines for highways maintenance engineers and contractors to make temporary traffic management at road works safer and more effective have now been published.   
New 'chapter 8' gives clearer, updated advice to make road works safer
seen at 16:45, 1 April in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Updated guidelines for highways maintenance engineers and contractors to make temporary traffic management at road works safer and more effective have now been published.   
New 'chapter 8' gives clearer, updated advice to make road works safer
seen at 16:44, 1 April in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Updated guidelines for highways maintenance engineers and contractors to make temporary traffic management at road works safer and more effective have now been published.   
Sir andrew foster publishes independent report to put the capital programme back on track
seen at 16:44, 1 April in News Distribution Service News - national (Our copy).
Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of The Review of the Capital Programme in Further Education   
New measures to boost uk fight against human trafficking
seen at 16:32, 1 April in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
Victims of human trafficking will receive better protection and support under new measures coming into force in the UK today.   
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 3 2009: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The primary responsibility for the operation of the planning system and service lies with local and national park authorities. They are best placed to make decisions about matters which affect their areas. But...
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 3 2009: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The primary responsibility for the operation of the planning system and service lies with local and national park authorities. They are best placed to make decisions about matters which affect their areas. But...
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 3 2009: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The primary responsibility for the operation of the planning system and service lies with local and national park authorities. They are best placed to make decisions about matters which affect their areas. But...
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 3 2009: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The primary responsibility for the operation of the planning system and service lies with local and national park authorities. They are best placed to make decisions about matters which affect their areas. But...
Scottish Planning Series: Planning Circular 3 2009: Notification of Planning Applications
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The primary responsibility for the operation of the planning system and service lies with local and national park authorities. They are best placed to make decisions about matters which affect their areas. But...
Scottish Planning Policy Environmental Report (N0381227)
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A strategic environmental assessment of the consolidated Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) has been carried out.
Scottish Planning Policy Environmental Report (N0381227)
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A strategic environmental assessment of the consolidated Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) has been carried out.
Scottish Planning Policy Environmental Report (N0381227)
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A strategic environmental assessment of the consolidated Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) has been carried out.
Scottish Planning Policy Environmental Report (N0381227)
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A strategic environmental assessment of the consolidated Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) has been carried out.
Scottish Planning Policy Environmental Report (N0381227)
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
A strategic environmental assessment of the consolidated Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) has been carried out.
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Consultative Draft
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Sets out Scottish Government planning policy on different types of development and on environmental issues. This new, shorter SPP will replace seventeen existing policy documents, making policy easier to understand...
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Consultative Draft
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Sets out Scottish Government planning policy on different types of development and on environmental issues. This new, shorter SPP will replace seventeen existing policy documents, making policy easier to understand...
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Consultative Draft
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Sets out Scottish Government planning policy on different types of development and on environmental issues. This new, shorter SPP will replace seventeen existing policy documents, making policy easier to understand...
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Consultative Draft
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Sets out Scottish Government planning policy on different types of development and on environmental issues. This new, shorter SPP will replace seventeen existing policy documents, making policy easier to understand...
Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) Consultative Draft
seen at 15:04, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Sets out Scottish Government planning policy on different types of development and on environmental issues. This new, shorter SPP will replace seventeen existing policy documents, making policy easier to understand...
Scottish manufactured exports estimates for the fourth quarter of 2008
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Quarterly exports of manufactured goods from Scotland, 2008 Q4.
Scottish manufactured exports estimates for the fourth quarter of 2008
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Quarterly exports of manufactured goods from Scotland, 2008 Q4.
Scottish manufactured exports estimates for the fourth quarter of 2008
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Quarterly exports of manufactured goods from Scotland, 2008 Q4.
Scottish manufactured exports estimates for the fourth quarter of 2008
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Quarterly exports of manufactured goods from Scotland, 2008 Q4.
Scottish manufactured exports estimates for the fourth quarter of 2008
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Quarterly exports of manufactured goods from Scotland, 2008 Q4.
Regulation Of Care (Scotland) Act 2001: Proposals for Maximum Regulatory Fees for Care Services to be set by Scottish Ministers for 2009-10: Report on the Consultation
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report on the consultation on maximum fees the Care Commmission can charge in 2009/10
Regulation Of Care (Scotland) Act 2001: Proposals for Maximum Regulatory Fees for Care Services to be set by Scottish Ministers for 2009-10: Report on the Consultation
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report on the consultation on maximum fees the Care Commmission can charge in 2009/10
Regulation Of Care (Scotland) Act 2001: Proposals for Maximum Regulatory Fees for Care Services to be set by Scottish Ministers for 2009-10: Report on the Consultation
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report on the consultation on maximum fees the Care Commmission can charge in 2009/10
Regulation Of Care (Scotland) Act 2001: Proposals for Maximum Regulatory Fees for Care Services to be set by Scottish Ministers for 2009-10: Report on the Consultation
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report on the consultation on maximum fees the Care Commmission can charge in 2009/10
Regulation Of Care (Scotland) Act 2001: Proposals for Maximum Regulatory Fees for Care Services to be set by Scottish Ministers for 2009-10: Report on the Consultation
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Report on the consultation on maximum fees the Care Commmission can charge in 2009/10
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme: Check to Protect
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, Information Booklet
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme: Check to Protect
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, Information Booklet
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme: Check to Protect
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, Information Booklet
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme: Check to Protect
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, Information Booklet
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme: Check to Protect
seen at 15:03, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme, Information Booklet
PACE Summit, Glasgow, 9 February 2009: Working Together to Address Redundancies: Partnership, Prevention and Programmes: A Summary Report of Issues, Possible Solutions and Actions
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The PACE Summit was held on 9 February 2009. The PACE Summit Report provides a synopsis of the day's events and includes actions to take forward to further enhance the operation of PACE.
PACE Summit, Glasgow, 9 February 2009: Working Together to Address Redundancies: Partnership, Prevention and Programmes: A Summary Report of Issues, Possible Solutions and Actions
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The PACE Summit was held on 9 February 2009. The PACE Summit Report provides a synopsis of the day's events and includes actions to take forward to further enhance the operation of PACE.
PACE Summit, Glasgow, 9 February 2009: Working Together to Address Redundancies: Partnership, Prevention and Programmes: A Summary Report of Issues, Possible Solutions and Actions
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The PACE Summit was held on 9 February 2009. The PACE Summit Report provides a synopsis of the day's events and includes actions to take forward to further enhance the operation of PACE.
PACE Summit, Glasgow, 9 February 2009: Working Together to Address Redundancies: Partnership, Prevention and Programmes: A Summary Report of Issues, Possible Solutions and Actions
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The PACE Summit was held on 9 February 2009. The PACE Summit Report provides a synopsis of the day's events and includes actions to take forward to further enhance the operation of PACE.
PACE Summit, Glasgow, 9 February 2009: Working Together to Address Redundancies: Partnership, Prevention and Programmes: A Summary Report of Issues, Possible Solutions and Actions
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
The PACE Summit was held on 9 February 2009. The PACE Summit Report provides a synopsis of the day's events and includes actions to take forward to further enhance the operation of PACE.
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Marine Scotland: 2009 Strategy Statement
Human Trafficking in Scotland 2007/08
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report results from an initial research project carried out by Scottish Government Analytical Services during 2007/2008 to improve the evidence base around human trafficking in Scotland.
Human Trafficking in Scotland 2007/08
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report results from an initial research project carried out by Scottish Government Analytical Services during 2007/2008 to improve the evidence base around human trafficking in Scotland.
Human Trafficking in Scotland 2007/08
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report results from an initial research project carried out by Scottish Government Analytical Services during 2007/2008 to improve the evidence base around human trafficking in Scotland.
Human Trafficking in Scotland 2007/08
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report results from an initial research project carried out by Scottish Government Analytical Services during 2007/2008 to improve the evidence base around human trafficking in Scotland.
Human Trafficking in Scotland 2007/08
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
This report results from an initial research project carried out by Scottish Government Analytical Services during 2007/2008 to improve the evidence base around human trafficking in Scotland.
HCS 2: A Quick Guide to Help with Health Costs: Includes Charges and Optical Voucher Values
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Public information leaflet
HCS 2: A Quick Guide to Help with Health Costs: Includes Charges and Optical Voucher Values
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Public information leaflet
HCS 2: A Quick Guide to Help with Health Costs: Includes Charges and Optical Voucher Values
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Public information leaflet
HCS 2: A Quick Guide to Help with Health Costs: Includes Charges and Optical Voucher Values
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Public information leaflet
HCS 2: A Quick Guide to Help with Health Costs: Includes Charges and Optical Voucher Values
seen at 15:02, 1 April in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Public information leaflet
Insolvency Service (Performance Targets 2009-10) (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today agreed to the publishing of the Insolvency Service's corporate plan for the period 2009-12.

Because of the current uncertainty in the economy the Insolvency Service is currently planning to...

Insolvency Service (Performance Targets 2009-10) (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today agreed to the publishing of the Insolvency Service's corporate plan for the period 2009-12.

Because of the current uncertainty in the economy the Insolvency Service is currently planning to...

Insolvency Service (Performance Targets 2009-10) (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today agreed to the publishing of the Insolvency Service's corporate plan for the period 2009-12.

Because of the current uncertainty in the economy the Insolvency Service is currently planning to...

Regional Development Agencies (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has made the following statement.

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations...

Insolvency Service (Performance Targets 2009-10) (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today agreed to the publishing of the Insolvency Service's corporate plan for the period 2009-12.

Because of the current uncertainty in the economy the Insolvency Service is currently planning to...

Regional Development Agencies (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has made the following statement.

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations...

Regional Development Agencies (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has made the following statement.

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations...

Regional Development Agencies (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has made the following statement.

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations...

Regional Development Agencies (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. and noble Friend the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has made the following statement.

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations...

Revenue Protection (Stephen Timms)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I can today announce the implementation of a measure consulted on during 2008 and a measure to protect revenues.

Simplification of standard method for calculating VAT

Effective from 1 April 2009, ...

Revenue Protection (Stephen Timms)
seen at 15:01, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I can today announce the implementation of a measure consulted on during 2008 and a measure to protect revenues.

Simplification of standard method for calculating VAT

Effective from 1 April 2009, ...

Revenue Protection (Stephen Timms)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I can today announce the implementation of a measure consulted on during 2008 and a measure to protect revenues.

Simplification of standard method for calculating VAT

Effective from 1 April 2009, ...

Revenue Protection (Stephen Timms)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I can today announce the implementation of a measure consulted on during 2008 and a measure to protect revenues.

Simplification of standard method for calculating VAT

Effective from 1 April 2009, ...

Young People's Learning Agency (Jim Knight, Minister of State (Schools and Learners), Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learners Bill will legislate for the creation of a new post—the chief executive of the Young People's Learning Agency; and to take over some of the functions of...

Young People's Learning Agency (Jim Knight, Minister of State (Schools and Learners), Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learners Bill will legislate for the creation of a new post—the chief executive of the Young People's Learning Agency; and to take over some of the functions of...

School Teachers' Review Body (Edward Balls, Secretary of State, Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Part 1 of the 18th report of the School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is being published today, covering a range of matters referred to them in June 2008. I am grateful for the careful consideration which the ...

School Teachers' Review Body (Edward Balls, Secretary of State, Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Part 1 of the 18th report of the School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is being published today, covering a range of matters referred to them in June 2008. I am grateful for the careful consideration which the ...

School Teachers' Review Body (Edward Balls, Secretary of State, Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Part 1 of the 18th report of the School Teachers' Review Body (STRB) is being published today, covering a range of matters referred to them in June 2008. I am grateful for the careful consideration which the ...

Fire Safety (Sub-surface Railway Stations) (Sadiq Khan, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Community Cohension and Fire and Rescue Service), Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During 2004-05, the ninth report of the Select Committee on Regulatory Reform considered that the draft Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order should be amended to allow the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway...

Fire Safety (Sub-surface Railway Stations) (Sadiq Khan, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Community Cohension and Fire and Rescue Service), Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During 2004-05, the ninth report of the Select Committee on Regulatory Reform considered that the draft Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order should be amended to allow the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway...

Fire Safety (Sub-surface Railway Stations) (Sadiq Khan, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Community Cohension and Fire and Rescue Service), Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 15:00, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During 2004-05, the ninth report of the Select Committee on Regulatory Reform considered that the draft Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order should be amended to allow the Fire Precautions (Sub-surface Railway...

Iraq: Coalition Regional Commands (John Hutton, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I should like to make a statement on the restructuring of coalition regional commands in southern Iraq.

The House will be aware from my statement of 25 November 2008, Official Report, column 57WS and the...

Iraq: Coalition Regional Commands (John Hutton, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I should like to make a statement on the restructuring of coalition regional commands in southern Iraq.

The House will be aware from my statement of 25 November 2008, Official Report, column 57WS and the...

Iraq: Coalition Regional Commands (John Hutton, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I should like to make a statement on the restructuring of coalition regional commands in southern Iraq.

The House will be aware from my statement of 25 November 2008, Official Report, column 57WS and the...

Warship Support Modernisation Initiative (Quentin Davies, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Support arrangements at Her Majesty's naval base (HMNB) Devonport, as with the other two naval bases, are vital in the base's effective day-to-day running which in turn helps ensure a first-class service is provided...

Warship Support Modernisation Initiative (Quentin Davies, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Support arrangements at Her Majesty's naval base (HMNB) Devonport, as with the other two naval bases, are vital in the base's effective day-to-day running which in turn helps ensure a first-class service is provided...

Warship Support Modernisation Initiative (Quentin Davies, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Support arrangements at Her Majesty's naval base (HMNB) Devonport, as with the other two naval bases, are vital in the base's effective day-to-day running which in turn helps ensure a first-class service is provided...

Armed Forces' Pay Review Body (John Hutton, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The 2009 report of the Armed Forces' Pay Review Body (AFPRB) has now been published. I wish to express my thanks to the chairman and members of the review body for their report. I am pleased to confirm that the...

Armed Forces' Pay Review Body (John Hutton, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The 2009 report of the Armed Forces' Pay Review Body (AFPRB) has now been published. I wish to express my thanks to the chairman and members of the review body for their report. I am pleased to confirm that the...

South Downs National Park (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to announce my decision on the establishment of the South Downs national park.

I have carefully considered both of the inspector's reports on the public inquiries into the South Downs National...

South Downs National Park (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:59, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to announce my decision on the establishment of the South Downs national park.

I have carefully considered both of the inspector's reports on the public inquiries into the South Downs National...

South Downs National Park (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to announce my decision on the establishment of the South Downs national park.

I have carefully considered both of the inspector's reports on the public inquiries into the South Downs National...

Departmental Expenditure Limits (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I wish to announce that for 2008-09 DEFRA will switch £20 million available near cash resource DEL budget to cover a forecast deficit against its capital DEL control total, in accordance with HM Treasury...

Departmental Expenditure Limits (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I wish to announce that for 2008-09 DEFRA will switch £20 million available near cash resource DEL budget to cover a forecast deficit against its capital DEL control total, in accordance with HM Treasury...

Departmental Expenditure Limits (Hilary Benn, Secretary of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I wish to announce that for 2008-09 DEFRA will switch £20 million available near cash resource DEL budget to cover a forecast deficit against its capital DEL control total, in accordance with HM Treasury...

NHS Foundation Trusts (Ben Bradshaw, Minister of State (Health Services; Minister for the South West), Department of Health)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Chairman of Monitor (the statutory name of which is the Independent Regulator of NHS foundation trusts) has announced that, in accordance with section 35 of the National Health Service Act 2006, Monitor has...

NHS Foundation Trusts (Ben Bradshaw, Minister of State (Health Services; Minister for the South West), Department of Health)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Chairman of Monitor (the statutory name of which is the Independent Regulator of NHS foundation trusts) has announced that, in accordance with section 35 of the National Health Service Act 2006, Monitor has...

NHS Foundation Trusts (Ben Bradshaw, Minister of State (Health Services; Minister for the South West), Department of Health)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Chairman of Monitor (the statutory name of which is the Independent Regulator of NHS foundation trusts) has announced that, in accordance with section 35 of the National Health Service Act 2006, Monitor has...

Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (Alan Johnson, Secretary of State, Department of Health)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am responding on behalf of my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister to the 38th Report of the Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (DDRB), Cm 7579, which has been laid before Parliament today. ...

Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (Alan Johnson, Secretary of State, Department of Health)
seen at 14:58, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am responding on behalf of my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister to the 38th Report of the Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (DDRB), Cm 7579, which has been laid before Parliament today. ...

Skills Funding (Chief Executive) (Siôn Simon, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learners (ASCL) Bill will legislate for the creation of a new post of Chief Executive of Skills Funding, to take over most of the post 19 education and training functions...

Skills Funding (Chief Executive) (Siôn Simon, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learners (ASCL) Bill will legislate for the creation of a new post of Chief Executive of Skills Funding, to take over most of the post 19 education and training functions...

Skills Funding (Chief Executive) (Siôn Simon, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learners (ASCL) Bill will legislate for the creation of a new post of Chief Executive of Skills Funding, to take over most of the post 19 education and training functions...

Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT) (Michael Wills, Minister of State, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT), which the UK ratified in December 2003, requires states party to establish a "national preventative mechanism" to carry out a system of regular...

Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT) (Michael Wills, Minister of State, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT), which the UK ratified in December 2003, requires states party to establish a "national preventative mechanism" to carry out a system of regular...

Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT) (Michael Wills, Minister of State, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Optional Protocol to the Convention Against Torture (OPCAT), which the UK ratified in December 2003, requires states party to establish a "national preventative mechanism" to carry out a system of regular...

Office of the Public Guardian (Bridget Prentice, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) supports the Public Guardian in discharging his statutory duties under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

The following list sets out the key performance targets that ...

Office of the Public Guardian (Bridget Prentice, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) supports the Public Guardian in discharging his statutory duties under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

The following list sets out the key performance targets that ...

Office of the Public Guardian (Bridget Prentice, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Justice)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) supports the Public Guardian in discharging his statutory duties under the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

The following list sets out the key performance targets that ...

Parliamentary Pensions (Harriet Harman)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Government are committed to providing public service pension schemes that are affordable and sustainable in the long term, consistent with the principle of fairness for all taxpayers and between generations...

Parliamentary Pensions (Harriet Harman)
seen at 14:57, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Government are committed to providing public service pension schemes that are affordable and sustainable in the long term, consistent with the principle of fairness for all taxpayers and between generations...

Parliamentary Pensions (Harriet Harman)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Government are committed to providing public service pension schemes that are affordable and sustainable in the long term, consistent with the principle of fairness for all taxpayers and between generations...

Police Recruitment Provisions (Northern Ireland) (Paul Goggins, Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During consideration of the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000 (Renewal of Temporary Provisions) Order 2007 the Government undertook to return to the House on an annual basis and report on progress towards our...

Police Recruitment Provisions (Northern Ireland) (Paul Goggins, Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During consideration of the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000 (Renewal of Temporary Provisions) Order 2007 the Government undertook to return to the House on an annual basis and report on progress towards our...

Police Recruitment Provisions (Northern Ireland) (Paul Goggins, Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

During consideration of the Police (Northern Ireland) Act 2000 (Renewal of Temporary Provisions) Order 2007 the Government undertook to return to the House on an annual basis and report on progress towards our...

Discretionary Social Fund (Kitty Ussher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Secretary of State will be making changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 6 April 2009. The changes:

aim to reduce inappropriate applications for a crisis loan for living expenses...

Review Body on Senior Salaries (Gordon Brown, Prime Minister, HM Treasury)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The 31st Report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries is being published today. In addition the Government intend to reform civil service severance and early retirement terms.

The Government are determined...

Review Body on Senior Salaries (Gordon Brown, Prime Minister, HM Treasury)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The 31st Report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries is being published today. In addition the Government intend to reform civil service severance and early retirement terms.

The Government are determined...

Review Body on Senior Salaries (Gordon Brown, Prime Minister, HM Treasury)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The 31st Report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries is being published today. In addition the Government intend to reform civil service severance and early retirement terms.

The Government are determined...

Discretionary Social Fund (Kitty Ussher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Secretary of State will be making changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 6 April 2009. The changes:

aim to reduce inappropriate applications for a crisis loan for living expenses...

Discretionary Social Fund (Kitty Ussher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Secretary of State will be making changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 6 April 2009. The changes:

aim to reduce inappropriate applications for a crisis loan for living expenses...

Discretionary Social Fund (Kitty Ussher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Secretary of State will be making changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 6 April 2009. The changes:

aim to reduce inappropriate applications for a crisis loan for living expenses...

Discretionary Social Fund (Kitty Ussher, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 14:56, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Secretary of State will be making changes to the discretionary social fund, with effect from 6 April 2009. The changes:

aim to reduce inappropriate applications for a crisis loan for living expenses...

Regional Development Agencies (Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State, Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 14:55, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations, to promote enterprise throughout the country and drive up economic growth in their regions. They provide regional economic leadership, ...

Regional Development Agencies (Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State, Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 14:55, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations, to promote enterprise throughout the country and drive up economic growth in their regions. They provide regional economic leadership, ...

Regional Development Agencies (Lord Mandelson, Secretary of State, Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 14:55, 1 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

It is 10 years since the RDAs were set up, as business-led organisations, to promote enterprise throughout the country and drive up economic growth in their regions. They provide regional economic leadership, ...

'...establish a state-owned Post Bank as a matter of urgency to help underpin the future of the Post Office, combat financial exclusion and allow communities and local businesses to access a fair and trusted banking system.' -- Sian Jones
seen at 14:35, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Post Bank coalition is made up of the Communication Workers Union,...
'...establish a state-owned Post Bank as a matter of urgency to help underpin the future of the Post Office, combat financial exclusion and allow communities and local businesses to access a fair and trusted banking system.' -- Sian Jones
seen at 14:35, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Post Bank coalition is made up of the Communication Workers Union,...
'...Make enough ALLOTMENTS in the UK to at least match demand!' -- Stuart Oxley
seen at 14:35, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
*ALLOTMENTS are conspicuously few in the UK today and according to my...
'...Make enough ALLOTMENTS in the UK to at least match demand!' -- Stuart Oxley
seen at 14:35, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
*ALLOTMENTS are conspicuously few in the UK today and according to my...
'...ensure equal treatment of part time and full time students.' -- Emma Coleman
seen at 14:35, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Part time students currently have a terrible deal. The usual reason for...
'...ensure equal treatment of part time and full time students.' -- Emma Coleman
seen at 14:34, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Part time students currently have a terrible deal. The usual reason for...
'...enforce a ban on battery farming of chickens and hens.' -- Jaylan Karamehmet
seen at 14:34, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Urge Prime Minister Gordon Brown to take the issue of battery farming...
'...enforce a ban on battery farming of chickens and hens.' -- Jaylan Karamehmet
seen at 14:34, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Urge Prime Minister Gordon Brown to take the issue of battery farming...
'...not tax works pensions under 15,000 pa and to allow the surviving wife or husband after the recipient of the pension has died to receive the full pension and not only a fraction of it and, also, to allow the State pension to be paid to the surviving
seen at 14:34, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am appalled that my measly pension from my work of just under 10,000 pa...
'...not tax works pensions under 15,000 pa and to allow the surviving wife or husband after the recipient of the pension has died to receive the full pension and not only a fraction of it and, also, to allow the State pension to be paid to the surviving
seen at 14:34, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am appalled that my measly pension from my work of just under 10,000 pa...
'...Change the law so that holders of blue disabled badges are not allowed to park on double yellow lines or in places causing an obstruction' -- Liam Tweedy
seen at 14:33, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At the moment, holders of disabled badges are allowed park on double yellow...
'...Change the law so that holders of blue disabled badges are not allowed to park on double yellow lines or in places causing an obstruction' -- Liam Tweedy
seen at 14:33, 1 April in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
At the moment, holders of disabled badges are allowed park on double yellow...
A new independent body for animal health: A modern governance and funding structure for tackling animal diseases (The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 12:47, 1 April in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 30th March 2009 and ends on 30th June 2009.

Defra has launched a consultation on changes to the funding and governance structures for animal health. The consultation is of particular...

Consultation on the implementation of Electronic Identification (EID) for Sheep and individual recording for Sheep and Goats (The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 12:47, 1 April in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 31st March 2009 and ends on 23rd June 2009.

This consultation seeks views from farmers and other interested parties on how the new EU rules on the electronic identification (...

Consultation on the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (Conservation Board) (Amendment) Order (The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)
seen at 12:46, 1 April in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 31st March 2009 and ends on 20th April 2009.

This consultation proposes an amendment to the Establishment Orders of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) Conservation...

Taxi testing takes off in north devon
seen at 11:56, 1 April in Driving Standards Agency News - national (Our copy).
* Testing new taxi drivers   
10th birthday for national minimum wage
seen at 03:53, 1 April in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson today celebrated a decade of success for the National Minimum Wage and pledged tough government action to support workers' pay rights.   
New regulator for health, mental health and adult social care
seen at 03:40, 1 April in Care Quality Commission News - national (Our copy).
The new Care Quality Commission will put the public and users of services at the heart of its work.   
New regulator for health, mental health and adult social care
seen at 03:40, 1 April in Care Quality Commission News - national (Our copy).
[note to editors: this version of the release includes quotes welcoming the launch of CQC]   
Red tape cut for small charities
seen at 03:13, 1 April in Cabinet Office News - national (Our copy).
Thousands of small charities will save up to £5million a year as the Government cuts red tape by raising the income thresholds above which stricter accounting rules apply.   
Circuit bench appointments
seen at 01:30, 1 April in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
HM The Queen has appointed Philip Simeon St John-Stevens to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP. The Right Honourable The Lord Judge, Lord Chief Justice of...
Appointment of a queen's bench master - richard james lloyd roberts
seen at 01:30, 1 April in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
HM The Queen has appointed Richard James Lloyd Roberts to be a Queen's Bench Master on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP with effect from Wednesday 1 April 2009.   ...
Circuit bench retirement - nasreen pearce
seen at 01:29, 1 April in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
Her Honour Judge Nasreen Pearce will retire as a Circuit Judge on 1 April 2009.