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01 March 2013

Wheels come off international hauliers’ drug trafficking operation
seen at 20:30, 1 March in National Crime Agency - Home (Our copy).

Hauliers sentenced to 63 years for multi-million pound drug plot

Consultation outcome: Equal marriage consultation
seen at 18:32, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Public consultation responses upload.

We originally consulted on opening up civil marriage to same sex couples. In our response, we made clear that we intended to enable those religious organisations...

Research and analysis: CASE programme: understanding the drivers, impacts and value of engagement in culture and sport
seen at 18:32, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Fixed broken link

The Drivers, Impacts and Value work is the largest single piece of policy research published for culture and sport.

Comprising three different strands it is the most comprehensive...

St. David's Day
seen at 18:32, 1 March in (Our copy).
St. David's Day
Legacy assured for London 2012 Database
seen at 18:32, 1 March in UK Sport (Our copy).
LOCOG yesterday announced that it would be handing over the operations of its customer database
Authority joins forces with Shepherds Walks to safeguard visitor information in Rothbury
seen at 18:31, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Northumberland National Park Authority and Shepherds Walks have joined forces to keep visitor information available for the new season at the Coquetdale Centre in Rothbury.
Weather patterns study sheds light on climate change in National Park
seen at 18:31, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Next week sees one of the largest and most successful climate change campaigns in the UK get under way: Climate Week.
Cheviot Futures shortlisted for Climate Week Award
seen at 18:31, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Cheviot Futures has reached the final four in the Climate Week, Best Climate Ready Initiative Award. The finalists show innovative or effective projects and organisations that help society adapt to the effects of...
National Park defends role in Planning for local needs
seen at 18:31, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Northumberland National Park Authority has urged the Government to ensure new planning freedoms being introduced this Spring do not undermine local efforts to improve the prospects of National Park residents and...
It's Busy %40YrYsgwrn
seen at 18:31, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Walkers in the Capel Curig area will be pleased to see that the path above Bryn Tyrch Uchaf is now easier to walk and to enjoy.
Government launches consultation on the coroner system
seen at 18:31, 1 March in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Ministry of Justice has launched a consultation on implementing the coroner reforms in Part 1 of the Coroners and Justice Act.
Engineering firm fined after worker loses finger
seen at 18:31, 1 March in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Leicester engineering company has been fined after an employee’s finger was crushed in machinery.

Council in court for ignoring asbestos threat in school
seen at 18:31, 1 March in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Thurrock Council has been fined after admitting to failures in how it managed asbestos across its schools.

Home Secretary makes first visit to Afghanistan
seen at 18:30, 1 March in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).
Home Secretary Theresa May has completed her first visit to Afghanistan,
Wheels come off international hauliers’ drug trafficking operation
seen at 18:30, 1 March in National Crime Agency - Home (Our copy).

Hauliers sentenced to 63 years for million pound drug plot

 

Transparency data: DECC Business Plan: quarterly data summary - quarter 2 2012/2013
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

The Business Plan Quarterly Data Summaries (QDS) provide the latest data on indicators included in Departmental Business Plans as well as other published data and management information.

Previous reports...

Transparency data: DfT exceptions to the moratorium on discretionary spend
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: October to December 2012 exceptions to the moratorium on discretionary spend data added

Background

The government has introduced a strict moratorium in 5 key areas of discretionary spend:

...
Transparency data: Government Procurement Card data
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data Oct-2012 to Jan-2013

In line with UK government commitments to increase transparency, we publish details of spend over £500 from 1 April 2011. We will continue to publish this...

Transparency data: Exceptions data
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with 3rd Quarter 2012.

The coalition government has put in place measures to constrain spending. Government departments have been asked to limit their expenditure in five areas. These are...

Transparency data: Cabinet Office spend approvals
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for Oct-Dec 2012

To help tackle the budget deficit, the government introduced a new and ambitious approach to take out costs and waste in central government operations in order to protect...

Guidance: Open general export licence (international non-proliferation regime decontrols: dual-use items)
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New OGEL published 1 March 2013 that comes into effect on 8 March 2013.

This open general export licence (OGEL) replaces the OGEL (international non-proliferation regime decontrols: dual-use items...

Transparency data: Payroll costs and non-consolidated pay data, 2012 - 2013
seen at 16:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for January 2013

Monthly management information on staff numbers and paybill costs in Cabinet Office and non-consolidated performance related pay data for Cabinet Office.

Notes...

UK Sport looks to the future with first of two NGB and Partner workshops
seen at 16:30, 1 March in UK Sport (Our copy).
The workshop has been designed to bring the high performance community together
Awash with Welsh culture
seen at 16:30, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
Dancing and dragons, bishop's blessings and sunlit stones are part of the wave of Welsh culture set to wash over the city of St Davids over the St David's Day weekend.
Lake District National Park - Chipping away at culprit carbon
seen at 16:30, 1 March in National Parks News (Our copy).
A STATE of the art wood fuel boiler is firing leading green campaigners towards a zero carbon goal.
Farming company fined after worker severely injured
seen at 16:30, 1 March in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Dunblane farming company has been fined after a worker was left permanently scarred from severe injuries to her leg and ankle when they were caught in an unguarded conveyor system.

Policy paper: Availability of technologies for provisioning Home Area Network (HAN) connectivity to electricity and gas metering equipment, communications hub and in-home devices in cases where a 2.4GHz ZigBee wireless HAN will not work effectively
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

This Information Request (IR) has been issued by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) Smart Metering Implementation Programme (SMIP) to assess the availability of technologies for provisioning Home...

Transparency data: BIS workforce management: January 2013
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

For workforce numbers, both payroll and non-payroll (contingent labour, including consultants) information is provided, split between full-time equivalents (FTE) and headcount, with payroll staff numbers mapped...

Guidance: Open general export licence (international non-proliferation regime decontrols: military items)
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

The Export Control Organisation (ECO) is the UK’s regulatory strategic export licensing authority and forms part of the UK’s Department for Business.

More practical guidance for exporters is available...

Guidance: Teachers notes
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Lesson Overview Lesson Plan Film Clips: Introduction and background Resource Materials: Record Sheets (used with films) Around the World Interactive Globe Group Task: Travel Scenario Cards Plenary Assessment: ...

Guidance: Holiday hot spots quiz
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Where can you find up to date, accurate travel information about worldwide destinations?

Guidance: KGYG films
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

This approach aims to support in class discussions about the young people portrayed in the film clips and the sort of holiday they are going on, providing an opportunity for students to draw comparisons with ...

Guidance: Travel scenario cards answers
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

The main elements students should have identified for each travel scenario, some students will have identified other relevant information from the Interactive Globe for discussion.

Guidance: Holiday Hot Spots Quiz answers
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Any 3 of the following: Take out comprehensive travel insurance before travelling • Ensure it covers you for everything you are planning on doing e.g. skiing / snow boarding, etc

Statistical data set: Museums and galleries monthly visits
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).
Museums and galleries monthly visitor statistics

MS Excel Spreadsheet, 122KB

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology...
Transparency data: DfT exceptions to the moratorium on discretionary spend
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: October to December 2012 exceptions to the moratorium on discretionary spend data added

Background

The government has introduced a strict moratorium in 5 key areas of discretionary spend:

...
Statistics: Council Taxbase 2012 in England
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Due to a minor revision 'Council Taxbase local authority-level data 2012' spreadsheet has been replaced.

The latest statistics release includes data from 2008 to 2012 updating the statistics

Transparency data: BIS workforce management: April 2012 to January 2013
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: January 2013 data added to spreadsheet

For workforce numbers, both payroll and non-payroll (contingent labour, including consultants) information is provided, split between full-time equivalents...

Policy paper: Defence business plan: small and medium-sized enterprises
seen at 14:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New documents added

The MOD recognises the contribution of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The white paper a National security through technology: technology, equipment, ...

Legionella: are there legionella risks in your workplace? – Bradford, 12 March 2013
seen at 14:30, 1 March in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

This Free event will provide information for employers and those with responsibility for the control or premises to understand what their duties are and how to comply with health and safety law, it will explain...

Pension liberation fraud - know the signs
seen at 14:30, 1 March in Latest news from The Pensions Regulator (Our copy).
An e-learning tool has been launched to help pension trustees and administrators to recognise the warning signs of pension liberation fraud and take action to protect peopleÂ’s pensions.
Hall in court to answer sex charges
seen at 14:30, 1 March in CEOP Newsfeed (Our copy).
Traveller found with 94 kilos of dried caterpillars at Gatwick Airport
seen at 14:30, 1 March in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).
Border Force officers have seized 94 kilos of dried insects at Gatwick Airport
RH -v- University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
seen at 14:30, 1 March in Judicial Office: Home (Our copy).
High Court (Queen's Bench Division)
Guidance: Taxpayer funding of trade unions: delivering sensible savings in local government
seen at 11:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

In December 2012, the Department for Communities and Local Government published ’50 ways to save’ containing practical tips and ideas on how councils can deliver sensible savings to support frontline services...

Transparency data: BIS exceptions to spending controls October to December 2012
seen at 11:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Spending data on BIS exceptions to cross-government controls in 5 key areas:

advertising and marketing consultancy information and communication technology (ICT) spend above £1 million property...
Transparency data: DECC exceptions to cross goverment spending on ICT, consultancy, recruitment, property, consultancy, advertising and marketing: October to December 2012
seen at 11:31, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Quarterly information on exceptions to moratoria on spend for ICT, consultancy, recruitment, property, consultancy, advertising and marketing. Previous returns are available from the National Archive.

Vicious web of the internet bullies
seen at 11:30, 1 March in CEOP Newsfeed (Our copy).
Children as young as eight exchanging sexual images
seen at 11:30, 1 March in CEOP Newsfeed (Our copy).
Transparency data: Planning Inspectorate spending over £250: January 2013
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

These documents show spending by the Planning Inspectorate over £250 for January 2013.

Open consultation: Cyber security organisational standards: call for evidence
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

The government intends to select and endorse an organisational standard that best meets the requirements for effective cyber risk management. There are currently various relevant standards and guidance, which...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: January 2013
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre for January 2013.

Research and analysis: Progression of apprentices to higher education
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Report of study that matches together two datasets:

the individual learner record Higher Education Statistics Agency data

It follows apprentices to see how many go from advanced level 3 apprenticeships...

Transparency data: DCLG exceptions to spending controls: 1 October 2012 to 31 December 2012
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Approved spending for Department for Communities and Local Government for 1 October 2012 to 31 December 2012.

Statistics: DCMS Official Statistics Catalogue
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated publication timetable documents.

The DCMS Official Statistics Catalogue lists ‘official statistics’ produced by the DCMS and our Crown/Non-Crown bodies that are designated ‘official statistics...

Promotional material: desider 2013
seen at 10:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New issue

Magazine of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Director of Rail Policy to retire after four decades in railways
seen at 10:30, 1 March in What's new (Our copy).
Director of Rail Policy to retire after four decades in railways
Company fined after Norfolk engineer fractured skull in fall
seen at 10:30, 1 March in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Norfolk food company has been prosecuted for safety failings after a 49 year-old engineer fractured his skull and was left partially deaf after a three metre fall.

National Insurance Contributions and Qualifying Years - 1978/1979- 2011/2012
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This release provides the latest estimates on people who have paid National Insurance contributions since 1978/79. The figures show all the contribution types that a person has paid during the year. Therefore the...
Second Tier Pension Provision - 1978/1979 -2011/2012
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Second Tier Pension Provision provides the latest estimates on contracted out pension scheme and SERPS/S2P membership since the introduction of contracted out schemes in 1978/79 published by the Department for Work...
Annual Population Survey, Scotland - Jan-Dec 2012
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
A summary publication of results from the Annual Population Survey, presenting analysis on the labour market, education and training. Results are provided at Scotland and sub-Scotland levels.
Public Sector Employment in Scotland - Q4 2012
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Data on public sector employment and the estimated split of public and private sector employment in Scotland.
Operation of the Homeless Persons Legislation in Scotland - 1 October to 31 December 2012
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Applications, numbers in temporary accommodation, and snapshot of characteristics of applicants and local authority responses.
Consumer Trends - Climate Change Week: Changing Spending Patterns of Households
seen at 09:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Contains details of Household Final Consumption Expenditure (HHFCE) for the UK. The main tables include all expenditure on goods and services by members of UK households.
New Orders in the construction industry - Q4 2012
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Information bulletin of the latest quarterly estimates of new construction orders and some back data. Contains new construction orders (current price and constant price seasonally adjusted) broken down by sector...
Public Sector Productivity Estimates: Total Public Sector - 2010
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Total Public Sector Productivity
Population Estimates for England and Wales - Mid-2002 to Mid-2010 Revised (Subnational)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Estimates of the usually resident population as at 30 June of the reference year, revised in line with the 2011 Census. The release will include a report on changes made to the population estimates to take account...
Drug Treatment Statistics, England - January 2013
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provisional monthly performance figures for structured drug and alcohol treatment in England. These provisional statistics are produced on behalf of the NTA by the University of Manchester.
Farm Rents - 2011/12 results
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Estimates of average farm rent prices by farm type.
Farm Practices - Autumn 2012
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides information on how farm practices are affected by environmental issues and to assess the impact of agriculture on the environment.
Projections of Households in England - 2011-based Interim Projections
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Indicates the number of additional households that would form if demographic trends continued. They will take into account 2011 Census information where possible.
Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chain Initiative (Vincent Cable, Secretary of State, Business, Innovation and Skills)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I would like to inform the House of the successful bids from round 2 of the advanced manufacturing supply chain initiative.

A total of 12 supply chain projects will receive approximately £73 million...

Fire Service College (Brandon Lewis)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In my written ministerial statement of 13 December 2012, Official Report column 42WS, I announced that Capita had been chosen as the preferred bidder for the purchase of the Fire Service College following a thorough...

Immigration Concession for Syrian Nationals (Mark Harper, Parliamentary Secretary (Political and Constitutional Reform), Cabinet Office)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today announcing the renewal of concessions to the immigration rules for Syrian nationals lawfully in the UK.

In the light of the ongoing violent conflict in Syria it has been decided that the UK Border...

Legal Aid Agency (Chris Grayling, Minister of State (Employment), Work and Pensions)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to announce that the Ministry of Justice will create the Legal Aid Agency, a new executive agency, on 1 April 2013.

The Legal Aid Agency will assume responsibility for the administration of...

Northern Ireland Security Situation (Theresa Villiers, Minister of State (Rail and Aviation), Transport)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Following the joint decision by the UK and Irish Governments to wind up the Independent Monitoring Commission in 2011, my predecessor made a commitment to provide bi-annual updates to the House on the security...

Emergency Towing Vessels (Michael Moore, Secretary of State, Scotland)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Following discussions with interested parties in Scotland, the Department for Transport and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, in June 2012 I confirmed that the Government would establish a new contract for ...

Legal Aid Agency (Lord McNally, Minister of State, Justice)
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to announce that the Ministry of Justice will create the Legal Aid Agency, a new executive agency, on 1 April 2013.

The Legal Aid Agency will assume responsibility for the administration of...

Open consultation: Cyber security organisational standards: call for evidence
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

The government intends to select and endorse an organisational standard that best meets the requirements for effective cyber risk management. There are currently various relevant standards and guidance, which...

Research and analysis: Community learning learner survey report March 2013
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

Describes the findings of a survey of 4,000 people who have recently completed a community learning course in England. It looks at what learners feel about the learning they have done and how it has affected ...

Statistical data set: Museums and galleries monthly visits
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).
Museums and galleries monthly visitor statistics

MS Excel Spreadsheet, 122KB

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology...
Plans to strengthen UK-Indian collaboration in Earth sciences and environmental research
seen at 09:30, 1 March in NERC news (Our copy).
NERC and the Earth System Science Organization, Ministry of Earth Sciences of the Republic of India have agreed a Memorandum of Understanding to facilitate international cooperation and coordination.
New Orders in the Construction Industry, Q4 2012
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
This bulletin shows the latest quarterly information for the fourth quarter of 2012
Climate Week: people cut back on vehicle fuel but not air travel or gas
seen at 09:30, 1 March in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
News release to accompany short story Climate Week - changing spending patterns of households
National Insurance Contributions and Qualifying Years - 1978/1979- 2011/2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This release provides the latest estimates on people who have paid National Insurance contributions since 1978/79. The figures show all the contribution types that a person has paid during the year. Therefore the...
Second Tier Pension Provision - 1978/1979 -2011/2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Second Tier Pension Provision provides the latest estimates on contracted out pension scheme and SERPS/S2P membership since the introduction of contracted out schemes in 1978/79 published by the Department for Work...
Annual Population Survey, Scotland - Jan-Dec 2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
A summary publication of results from the Annual Population Survey, presenting analysis on the labour market, education and training. Results are provided at Scotland and sub-Scotland levels.
Public Sector Employment in Scotland - Q4 2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Data on public sector employment and the estimated split of public and private sector employment in Scotland.
Operation of the Homeless Persons Legislation in Scotland - 1 October to 31 December 2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Applications, numbers in temporary accommodation, and snapshot of characteristics of applicants and local authority responses.
Consumer Trends - Climate Change Week: Changing Spending Patterns of Households
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Contains details of Household Final Consumption Expenditure (HHFCE) for the UK. The main tables include all expenditure on goods and services by members of UK households.
New Orders in the construction industry - Q4 2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Information bulletin of the latest quarterly estimates of new construction orders and some back data. Contains new construction orders (current price and constant price seasonally adjusted) broken down by sector...
Public Sector Productivity Estimates: Total Public Sector - 2010
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Total Public Sector Productivity
Population Estimates for England and Wales - Mid-2002 to Mid-2010 Revised (Subnational)
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Estimates of the usually resident population as at 30 June of the reference year, revised in line with the 2011 Census. The release will include a report on changes made to the population estimates to take account...
Drug Treatment Statistics, England - January 2013
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provisional monthly performance figures for structured drug and alcohol treatment in England. These provisional statistics are produced on behalf of the NTA by the University of Manchester.
Farm Rents - 2011/12 results
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Estimates of average farm rent prices by farm type.
Farm Practices - Autumn 2012
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides information on how farm practices are affected by environmental issues and to assess the impact of agriculture on the environment.
Projections of Households in England - 2011-based Interim Projections
seen at 02:31, 1 March in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Indicates the number of additional households that would form if demographic trends continued. They will take into account 2011 Census information where possible.
Open consultation: Hydro Benefit Replacement Scheme and Common Tariff Obligation: three year review of statutory schemes - call for comments
seen at 02:30, 1 March in Search (Our copy).

A Ministerial commitment was made to review the working of the Common Tariff Obligation in parallel with the Hydro Benefit Replacement Scheme review.

In undertaking the required 2012 review, DECC has ...