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13 February 2014

News story: COBR meeting on suspicious packages
seen at 21:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A No10 spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister chaired a COBR meeting this afternoon to discuss the suspicious packages that have been found at Armed Forces Careers offices in south east England.

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Corporate report: Planning Inspectorate board minutes - December 2013
seen at 20:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

In the interests of transparency we regularly publish minutes of board meetings.

Guidance: JCVI updates on the use of Bexsero meningococcal B vaccine
seen at 20:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: update on deliberations regarding the use of Bexsero® meningococcal B vaccine in the UK

JCVI statements on the use of Bexsero® meningococcal B vaccine in the UK.

Press release: Decisive action agreed on illegal wildlife trade
seen at 20:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Clarified subhead on article to include trade.

During the conference, chaired by Foreign Secretary William Hague and attended by the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry, world...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times for March 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry...

Guidance: Otterburn firing times
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times for the period 1 to 15 March 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix B
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix B, English Language.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix Armed Forces
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix Armed Forces, Appendix Armed Forces.

Guidance: Guidance for Syrian nationals in the UK on how to extend their visa
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Use this guidance if you are a Syrian national in the UK wishing to extend your visa, and you want to understand the details of the concessions.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix A
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix A, Attributes.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 14
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 14, Stateless persons.

Transparency data: AGO civil service people survey results 2013
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) results for the Autumn 2013 civil service people survey, which is managed by the Cabinet Office on behalf of all the participating organisations.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 13
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 13, Deportation.

Correspondence: Children in Care Council newsletter
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The quarterly Children in Care Council (CiCC) newsletter is aimed at all looked-after children and care leavers and provides the latest government news, guidance and support.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 12
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 12, Procedure and rights of appeal.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 11B
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 11B, Asylum

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 11A
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 11A, Temporary Protection

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 11
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 11, Asylum.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 10
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 10, Registration with the police.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 9
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 9, General grounds for the refusal of entry clearance, leave to enter or variation of leave to enter or remain in the United Kingdom.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 8
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 8, Family members.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 7
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 7, Other Categories.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 6A
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 6A, Points-based system.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 6
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 6, Persons seeking to enter or remain in the United Kingdom as a businessman, self-employed person, investor, writer or composer or artist.

Guidance: School children travelling to the UK as part of a school group
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Use this guidance to find out how about what school children in the EEA who would normally need a visa to visit the UK (visa nationals) need to do visit the UK on a school trip or visit.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 5
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 5, Persons seeking to enter or remain in the United Kingdom for employment.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 4
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 4, Persons seeking to enter or remain in the United Kingdom in an ‘au pair’ placement, as a working holidaymaker or for training or work experience.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 3
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 3, Persons seeking to enter or remain in the United Kingdom for studies.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 2
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 2, Persons seeking to enter or remain in the United Kingdom for visits.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Part 1
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Part 1, General provisions regarding leave to enter or remain in the United Kingdom.

FOI release: DH FOI releases: 2013
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: October to December 2013 added to page

List of Department of Health freedom of information (FOI) releases for requests received in 2013.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Introduction
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Introduction

Corporate report: Planning Inspectorate board minutes - November 2013
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

In the interests of transparency we regularly publish minutes of board meetings.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix 1
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix 1, Visa requirements for the United Kingdom.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix 2
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix 2, Countries or territories whose nationals or citizens are relevant foreign nationals for the purposes of Part 10 of these Rules.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix 6
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix 6, Disciplines for which an Academic Technology Approval Scheme certificate from the Counter-Proliferation Department of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is required for the purposes...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix 7
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix 7, Statement of Written Terms and Conditions of employment required in paragraphs 159A(v), 159D(iv) and 159EA(iii).

FOI release: DH FOI release: correspondence between DH and the tobacco industry
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

On 9 January 2014 the department received a FOI request for:

A list of all meetings, telephone conversations, emails and text messages between representatives and employees of tobacco and cigarette companies...

Statistics: Statistical notice - criminal legal aid statistics Oct 2012 to Sep 2013
seen at 18:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

These figures have not previously been published and are provided prior to the next scheduled publication to meet the public interest in the consultation release.

More money for flood defence (repairs)
seen at 18:30, 13 February in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

Last week the Government committed an extra &pound;130 million to help with the flooding. From existing budgets 42 new schemes were given the green light to start construction in 2014/15. A further 13 schemes...

Statement to Parliament: Covert surveillance and covert human intelligence source codes of practice consultation
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Policing, Criminal Justice and Victims (Damian Green):

I am today announcing the publication of the government’s consultation on the covert surveillance and covert human intelligence...

Press release: Reforms to help reduce reoffending come into force
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The move is part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to tackling reoffending so that offenders can turn their back on a life of crime and can get back into honest work.

However, all offenders will...

News story: UK floods 2014: government response
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: First meeting of new Cabinet Committee on Flooding Citizens Advice support for flood and storm victims

Prime Minister David Cameron has chaired the first Cabinet Committee meeting on Flooding...

News story: The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) calls for applications for standing counsel
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Treasury Solicitor’s Department is working with the IPO to appoint standing counsel for the Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks.

The IPO, an Executive Agency of BIS, is the official...

News story: Chancellor visits Carlisle Businesses
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has today visited businesses in Carlisle.

On his first stop, the Chancellor visited BSW Timber Group’s Carlisle sawmill. There he met Chairman, Martin Gale, ...

Speech: Community finance
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The government recognises the challenges faced by small and medium enterprises in accessing finance to start up their operations and grow.

In my department we are seeing more and more communities coming...

News story: Armed forces continue flood relief work
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 2,000 servicemen and women have been committed to tasks, with thousands more at a state of high readiness to assist if required.

Military personnel remain embedded in various silver and gold...

News story: Continued disruption from flooding and extreme weather
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: A link to PHE advice on mental health after flooding was added.

Flooding is affecting people’s properties, communities, transport, and infrastructure. Elsewhere, extensive clean-up work and damage...

Press release: Decisive action agreed on illegal wildlife trade
seen at 18:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

During the conference, chaired by Foreign Secretary William Hague and attended by the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry, world leaders from over forty nations vowed to help save iconic species...

Policy paper: EU state aids: transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs) of cattle, sheep and goats
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

In accordance with European Union (EU) legislation, which requires re-notification of all state aids every seven years, the UK transmissible spongiform encephalopathie (TSE) state aids are submitted to the European...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix T
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules, Appendix T: Tuberculosis screening.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix S
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules, Appendix S: Qualifying for indefinite leave to remain after four years’ continuous residence.

Policy paper: A coastal concordat for England
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of early adopters of the coastal concordat

The coastal concordat is a standalone agreement about the consenting phase of development, complementing other government agency led initiatives...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix R
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Immgration Rules, Appendix R: List of recognised festivals for which entry by amateur and professional entertainer visitors is permitted.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix Q
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Immigration Rules: Appendix Q, Statement of written terms and conditions of employment required in paragraph 245ZO(f)(ii) and paragraph 245ZQ(e)(ii)

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix P
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Immigration Rules: Appendix P, Lists of financial institutions that do not satisfactorily verify financial statements, or whose financial statements are accepted.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix O
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Immigration Rules: Appendix O, List of English language tests that have been approved by the Home Office for English language requirements for limited leave to enter or remain under the Immigration Rules.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix N
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Immigration Rules: Appendix N, Approved Tier 5 government authorised exchange schemes.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix M
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Immigration Rules: Appendix M, Sports Governing Bodies for Tier 2 (Sportsperson) and Tier 5 (Temporary Worker - Creative and Sporting) applications.

Statistical data set: Agri-environment indicators
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated indicator B8.

These indicators monitor agricultural and environmental change in England and are updated as new information becomes available. The date of the last update for each indicator...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix L
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix L, Designated Competent Body criteria for Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) applications.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix KoLL
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix KoLL, Knowledge of language and life.

Policy paper: Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC938, 18 December 2013
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the specific changes to the Immigration Rules on given dates.

Policy paper: Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC901, 10 December 2013
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the specific changes to the Immigration Rules on given dates.

Policy paper: Financial sanctions: consolidated list of targets
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated consolidated lists to reflect latest Terrorism and Terrorist Finance (Renewals) notice

HM Treasury is responsible for the implementation and administration of international financial sanctions...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix K
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix K, Shortage Occupation List.

Transparency data: Diversity report 2012-13
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This report provides diversity data for all staff within the MoJ including its agencies, the National Offender Management Service (NOMS) which includes NOMS HQ and public sector prisons, Her Majesty’s Courts &...

Policy paper: Current list of designated persons, terrorism and terrorist financing
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added Notice 130214 Terrorism and Terrorist Finance (Renewal)

Following the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1373 (2001). It denounced terrorism...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix J
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix J, Codes of practice for Tier 2 Sponsors, Tier 5 Sponsors and employers of work permit holders.

Policy paper: Financial sanctions, Iran (nuclear proliferation)
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link to Council Regulation 42/2014 added

In 2006, the UN Security Council imposed, amongst other matters, asset freeze restrictions on persons determined by the UN as engaging in, directly...

Transparency data: DWP business plan transparency measures
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 3 transparency measure indicators and corresponding data files with latest data: 'Customer and claimant opinion of departmental service levels', 'Proportion of new claims to JSA submitted online...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix I
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix I, Pay requirements which the Secretary of State intends to apply to applications for indefinite leave to remain from Tier 2 (General) and Tier 2 (Sportspersons) migrants made on or...

Guidance: NHS terms and conditions for procuring goods and services
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Framework agreements for the supply of goods and services, and updated main guidance document

The NHS terms and conditions are for the use of NHS bodies procuring goods and services from ...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix H
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Immigration Rules: Appendix H, Applicants who are subject to different documentary requirements under Tier 4 of the Points Based System.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix G
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Immigration Rules: Appendix G, Countries and Territories participating in the Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme and annual allocations of places for 2014.

Corporate report: OME stewardship report, 2012 to 2013
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This report gives an overview of the work of the Office of Manpower Economics (OME) during the 2012 to 2013 financial year, including its management and resources. It also has information on the pay review bodies...

Guidance: Defence Equipment and Support engineering management apprenticeships
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Recruiting date extended to 14 March 2014

A vital part of the Ministry of Defence, DE&S procures and maintains all the products and services that the UK’s armed forces need for current and ...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix FM-SE
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix FM-SE, Family members - specified evidence.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix FM
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Immigration Rules: Appendix FM, Family members.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix F
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Immigration Rules: Appendix F, Archived Immigration Rules

Transparency data: Correspondence and call centre statistics
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The Ministerial Correspondence and Public Enquiries unit responds to correspondence and answers phone calls from MPs and the public. The attached documents shows volumes and performance statistics for Ministerial...

FOI release: Shale gas extraction
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Request for information on the source for the figures recently quoted by the department in regards to shale gas extraction and the amount of money local communities can expect to receive.

Policy paper: Declaration: London Conference on the Illegal Wildlife Trade
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This document summarises the conclusions of the London Conference on the Illegal Wildlife Trade in London on 13 February 2014. It sets out the political commitment reached, and the actions agreed, by the international...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix E
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Immigration Rules: Appendix E, Maintenance (funds) for the family of Relevant Points Based Systems Migrants.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix D
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix D, Immigration Rules for leave to enter as a Highly Skilled Migrant as at 31 March 2008, and Immigration Rules for leave to remain as a Highly Skilled Migrant as at 28 February.

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Daily update

The Division publishes a list of unclaimed estates which have been recently referred, but not yet administered, and historic cases which have not yet been claimed by entitled relatives...

Policy paper: Immigration Rules: Appendix C
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Immigration Rules: Appendix C, Maintenance (funds)

Government consultation on extending PLR to audio and ebooks
seen at 16:31, 13 February in Public Lending Right (Our copy).
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport today launched a public consultation on its proposal to extend PLR to public library loans of audio books and ebooks downloaded on library premises.
Sochi 2014: Spotlight on Girls4Gold graduate Lizzy Yarnold
seen at 16:31, 13 February in UK Sport (Our copy).
A look at Lizzy Yarnold's journey from Girls4Gold applicant to Olympian.
R -v- Anwar Rosser
seen at 16:30, 13 February in Judicial Office: Home (Our copy).
Sentencing remarks of Mr Justice Coulson
More money for flood defence (repairs)
seen at 16:30, 13 February in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

Last week the Government committed an extra &pound;130 million to help with the flooding. From existing budgets 42 new schemes were given the green light to start construction in 2014/15. A further 13 schemes...

Ben Hammersley on ‘64 things you need no know now for then’ (WP1294)
seen at 16:30, 13 February in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Ben Hammersley, a Fellow at the Brookings Institute and author of ’64 things you need no know now for then’, sets out how he sees technology and innovation shaping power and influence in the future...

Paderborn Station Community Market
seen at 16:30, 13 February in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Paderborn Station Community Market

Thu 08 May @ 1000hrs -1230hrs

NATO Officers Mess, Building 31, Normandy Bks, Sennelager

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News story: Possible nuclear storage sites
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The sites, which are either owned by MOD, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) or industry, have been named as part of MOD’s submarine dismantling project (SDP).

They already hold radioactive...

Statement to Parliament: Flood response
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The country continues to suffer the effects of the recent extraordinary weather. The government is determined to do everything possible to help those communities affected to recover as quickly as they can.

News story: Continued disruption from flooding and extreme weather
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Flooding is affecting people’s properties, communities, transport, and infrastructure. Elsewhere, extensive clean-up work and damage limitation is underway. Public Health England (PHE) is providing information...

Press release: Citizens Advice support for flood and storm victims
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

People affected by the consequences of recent severe weather are to be offered support from Citizens Advice Bureaux, funded by a &pound;250,000 grant from the government.

The outreach project will...

News story: Theresa Villiers visit to East Belfast
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Earlier today, the Secretary of State for NI, Theresa Villiers MP visited East Belfast where she met representatives of Charter NI and the Pitt Park Women’s Group.

Speaking after her visit the Secretary...

Press release: First meeting of new Cabinet Committee on Flooding
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The new Committee was set up by the Prime Minister earlier this week to coordinate strategic long-term plans on flood recovery and flood resilience, following the severe weather.

It does not replace...

News story: UK floods 2014: government response
seen at 16:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: First meeting of new Cabinet Committee on Flooding Citizens Advice support for flood and storm victims

Prime Minister David Cameron has announced yesterday (Wednesday 12 February) a comprehensive...

Form: Application to register child under 18 as British subject
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated.

Use this form to register a child under 18 as a British subject. The child must meet strict requirements, which you can find in the guidance.

Policy paper: Regulation of cosmetic interventions: government response
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

We fully accept the principles of the Keogh Review and the overwhelming majority of its recommendations for protecting people who choose cosmetic procedures.

Work is already underway on a number of the...

Guidance: Business Statements: Office of the Leader of the House of Commons, February 2014
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statement for 13 February.

The Business Statements by the Leader of the House of Commons for February 2014.

The Business Statement takes place every Thursday morning when the House...

Guidance: Customer guides for service families
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Fire safety in your home guide.

A series of useful guides for service personnel and service families living in service family accommodation (SFA) in the UK. Each easy to follow, single page...

Policy paper: Stamp Duty and Stamp Duty Reserve Tax exemption for exchange traded funds
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This Tax Information and Impact Note gives information on Stamp Duty and Stamp Duty Reserve Tax exemption for exchange traded funds.

Guidance: Visa fees from April 2014
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated.

This table was released alongside the visa regulation written ministerial statement by Mark Harper on 3 February 2014.

Policy paper: An open national address gazetteer
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

There have been long standing calls for the government to treat address data as a national asset that is free to use and re-use. People argue that the wider economic and social benefits are likely to far outweigh...

Transparency data: HM Treasury's statement of new regulations
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link to impact assessment for the Building Societies Act 1996 added to statement of new regulation 7 table

The government has committed to being the first in history to leave office having cut ...

Guidance: Directors of Public Health in England
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This list is subject to change but every effort will be made to keep it up to date and accurate.

Form: Application to register as a British citizen: form B(OTA)
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: updated

Use this form to register as a British citizen if you are a British overseas territories citizen, a British Overseas citizen, a British protected person, a British subject or a British ...

Form: Application to register as British citizen: form T
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

Use this form to register as a British citizen if you were born in the UK on or after 1 January 1983 and lived here until you were 10 years old. You should also read the guidance notes.

Form: Application to register as a British citizen: form UKM
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

Use ‘Form UKM’ to apply to register as a British citizen if you were born before 1983 to a British mother.

You can only apply if you would automatically have become a British citizen...

Guidance: National Offender Management Service (NOMS) service specifications for secure and decent custody
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

You can find service specifications covering the following:

provision of secure operating environment: communication and control rooms


catering

services for visitors...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times for the period commencing 13 February 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile...

Transparency data: Civil Service People Survey results 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

A key element of the People Survey is the Employee Engagement Index. This is a measure of how engaged employees are with their work and is calculated from responses to five of the key questions in the People ...

Transparency data: Department for Education people survey results
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the 2013 survey results.

The results of the 2013 people survey for the Department for Education have been published and can be downloaded from this page. The results of the 2010, 2011 and...

Corporate report: DFID People Survey 2013 results
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DFID People Survey 2013 results

Transparency data: DWP People Survey 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This is the 2013 annual survey of our staff’s attitudes and experience of working in DWP.

The DWP People Survey is part of the Civil Service People Survey which covers 99 organisations in the ...

Corporate report: Wales Office Annual Staff Survey 2013
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Results from the annual Wales Office staff survey.

Corporate report: Cabinet Office People Survey 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The 2013 people survey is the fifth annual Civil Service-wide survey of our staff’s attitudes and experiences of work. The 2013 survey was carried out from 1 October to 31 October and more than 270,000 people...

FOI release: Exits of trained soldiers by nationality, ethnicity and average length of service
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Defence Statistics table which include the figures for 'Exits of trained soldiers by nationality, ethnicity and average length of service'.

MOD response to a Freedom of Information request...

Corporate report: DECC Annual Staff Survey 2013
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Results from the 5th annual DECC staff survey.

Promotional material: Beyond e-commerce to everywhere-commerce
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Information on UKTI’s Global Digital Acceleration Plan and what UK business can do to develop on digital channels.

Transparency data: UKTI people survey 2013
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The people survey is the annual Civil Service-wide survey of staff attitudes and experiences of work. These are the results from UKTI staff for 2013. ..

Corporate report: 2013 People Survey results for DCMS
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The document contains the results of the 2013 People Survey for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The survey is part of the annual Civil Service wide Survey.

The DCMS survey ran...

Corporate report: Department of Health’s staff survey results 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The fifth Civil Service People Survey took place in October 2013. It involved 98 organisations across the Civil Service, which range in size from 30 employees to over 100,000. A total of 70% of DH staff took ...

Transparency data: BIS people survey 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The people survey is the annual Civil Service-wide survey of staff attitudes and experiences of work. The 2013 survey ran from 1 October to 31 October, and over 270,000 people working across the Civil Service...

Corporate report: Civil Service People Survey: Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency results (2013)
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

We measure engagement in the agency by inviting staff to participate in the annual Civil Service People Survey every October. It contains a generic set of questions and in 2013 was used by 98 organisations across...

Corporate report: CIC Regulator: operational report, October to December 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This report includes:

•a review of the last quarter

•an update on the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CIC Regulator) team

•details of the events, meetings and ...

Statistics: Schedule of updates for HMRC's statistics
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added May 2014 document, and new annual scheduled updates document.

Timetable of overseas trade statistics and regional trade statistics releases are published on the HM Revenue & Customs...

Corporate report: HMRC People Survey results: 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added an accessible version of the document.

People survey results showing HMRC’s employee engagement index.

Transparency data: DCLG staff survey: 2013
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The Department for Communities and Local Government took part in the 5th annual Civil Service-wide survey of our attitudes and experiences of working in the department.

The online survey was sent to all...

Corporate report: Supplementary Estimates and New Estimates 2013-14
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Correction slip published (amendment to page 750, paragraph 3)

13 February 2014

Correction made to page 750, paragraph 3: change ‘Income arising from:’ to ‘Annually Managed Expenditure: Expenditure...

Form: PHE speaker request form
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Two categories were added on the second page of the form: cost of event for attendee, and other speakers at the event.

We are addressing inequalities by focusing on removing barriers to good health...

Research and analysis: Winter health watch summary: 13 February 2014
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Summary for the week including 13 February 2014.

Open consultation: M3 junctions 3 to 4 air quality mitigation: 60 mph speed limit
seen at 14:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amendment to email contact address

Proposals for implementing a maximum 60 mph speed limit operating from 7 am to 7 pm for approximately 3 miles between junctions 3 to 4 of the M3 motorway. This...

The Prince of Wales and The Duke of Cambridge and Prince Harry attend the Illegal Wildlife Trade conference in London
seen at 14:30, 13 February in (Our copy).
IWT conference
Celebrating local pride and heritage as Devon Guild of Craftsmen sign up to football tour
seen at 14:30, 13 February in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Celebrating local pride and heritage as Devon Guild of Craftsmen sign up to football tour
Sport-in-brief - your weekly update from the high performance sports community
seen at 14:30, 13 February in UK Sport (Our copy).
A round-up of GB action at Sochi 2014 as well as updates from British Sailing and British Athletics
Case 252 – Shop not allowed to inflate balloon bought online
seen at 14:30, 13 February in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A card shop refuses to inflate a helium balloon not purchased from them citing health and safety as the reason.

Case 253 – Child not allowed to use shop toilet
seen at 14:30, 13 February in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A customer in a shop asked if there was a toilet their five-year old daughter could use. The shop’s supervisor said this was not possible and that it isn’t allowed for health and safety reasons.

Statement to Parliament: Covert surveillance and covert human intelligence source codes of practice consultation
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Policing, Criminal Justice and Victims (Damian Green):

I am today announcing the publication of the government’s consultation on the covert surveillance and covert human intelligence...

Possible strikes on London Underground
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).
A second strike is due to take place on the London Underground network from 21:30 on Tuesday 11 Feburary until the morning of Friday 14 February.
Big data funding boost for law and for historical datasets
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).
The National Archives has received big data funding from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to support two new projects; developing the way we understand and use current legislation, and revolutionising...
News story: Prospect of a currency union with an independent Scotland - statement by Chief Secretary to the Treasury
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Today the Treasury has published further analysis of the Scottish government’s proposed currency union in the event of Scotland voting for separation.

This analysis is crystal clear - a currency...

Speech: Villiers' address to the British-Irish Chamber of Commerce
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
Introduction

It’s a great pleasure to join you at the annual conference of the British-Irish Chamber of Commerce and I’d like to thank your CEO, Steve Aiken, for his kind invitation.

I’m very ...

Speech: Foreign Secretary's opening remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

I would like to thank his Royal Highness for his words, and the personal long-standing commitment that he, the Duke of Cambridge, and Prince Harry have shown to raising awareness of this issue.

It is...

News story: New style photocard driving licence
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Holders of valid driving licences will not need to replace their current driving licence. The old driving licence format is still valid and will be updated gradually as they are renewed and replaced.

What...
Press release: Second set of Balance of Competences reports published
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomed the publication of the second set of reports in the Review of the Balance of Competences. This follows the publication of the first set of reports in July 2013...

News story: Possible nuclear storage sites
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The sites, which are either owned by MOD, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) or industry, have been named as part of MOD’s submarine dismantling project (SDP).

They already hold radioactive ...

News story: New marker to tackle fuel fraud
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK and Ireland governments are to bring in a new product to mark rebated fuels, including the off-road diesel commonly known in the UK as ‘red diesel’, in a move that will boost both countries’ fight against...

Press release: Reforms to help reduce reoffending come into force
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The move is part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to tackling reoffending so that offenders can turn their back on a life of crime and can get back into honest work.

However, all offenders will...

Speech: Elizabeth Truss speaks about childcare reform
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

We live in a time of big changes: unprecedented globalisation, new technologies, and a shifting balance of global economic power.

As the research of the Resolution Foundation shows, these powerful forces...

News story: Transport Secretary meets with bus industry to help tackle weather disruption
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has chaired an urgent resilience meeting with the bus and coach operators to ensure that all necessary extra services are in place to reduce the impacts of severe weather...

Government response: Brandon Lewis' statement on sandbags
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Brandon Lewis said:

There is absolutely no reason for any councils to be charging residents for sandbags. Councils are able to claim any costs for their emergency response to flooding back from government...

News story: UK floods 2014: government response
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added link to Brandon Lewis' statement on sandbags.

Prime Minister David Cameron has announced yesterday (Wednesday 12 February) a comprehensive package of new measures to help hard-working ...

News story: Local Alcohol Action Areas to tackle irresponsible drinking
seen at 14:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has launched a new project today (Thursday, 13 February) to tackle the harmful effects of excessive drinking.

Twenty areas across England and Wales are being set up as Local Alcohol Action...

Congestion on local 'A' roads - October to December 2013
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This publication contains the latest provisional official statistics on congestion on local authority managed 'A' roads.
Enrolments at UK Higher Education Institutions: Northern Ireland Analysis - 2012/13
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This statistical bulletin details the number of students enrolled at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in NI and NI domiciled students enrolled at HEIs in the United Kingdom (UK) in the academic year 2012/13.
Qualifications gained at UK Higher Education Institutions: Northern Ireland Analysis - 2012/13
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
These statistical bulletins provide details of qualifications gained by Northern Ireland (NI) domiciled students at UK Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and details of qualifications gained by all students at...
Open consultation: Consultation on the extension of the Public Lending Right to Rights of holders of books in non-print formats
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The PLR is the right of authors to receive compensatory payment for the loans of their printed books from public libraries in the UK. A Government consultation was undertaken in 2009 on the extension of PLR to...

Open consultation: Strategy for the management of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) waste in the United Kingdom
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This consultation paper has been published jointly by the UK Government, the Scottish Government, the Welsh Government and the Northern Ireland Department of the Environment.

This consultation paper sets...

Consultation outcome: Proposal to establish a combined authority for Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added summary of responses to consultations on proposals to establish the combined authorities.

This consultation seeks views on the proposal that a combined authority for the areas of Barnsley...

Consultation outcome: How to improve HMRC’s collection of debt: coding out
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of response document

This consultation is relevant to people who have a PAYE underpayment, a Self Assessment (SA) balancing payment or an unpaid debt to HMRC or who represent them.

Form: VDIAB1I - Confidential medical information
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to changes at question 7a (attack changed to episode), the consent and return form have also been updated.

Form for coach, bus or lorry drivers with diabetes treated with insulin. Tell DVLA...

Guidance: Military low flying: RAF operational low flying training timetable
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the low flying training timetable covering the period of 24 to 28 February 2014.

A list of timetables for operational low flying (OLF) training by RAF fast jets and Hercules aircraft. These...

Policy paper: Response to report on the Olympic and Paralympic legacy
seen at 11:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This document is a joint response by government and the Mayor of London to the report by the House of Lords Select Committee - Keeping the flame alive: the Olympic and Paralympic Legacy published in November...

The nature of power (WP1294)
seen at 11:30, 13 February in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Our contributors talk about what power currently looks like and how is it changing in the world. They also talk about how power is shifting and how leadership has changed as people demand their freedom.

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Ben Hammersley on ‘64 Things You Need to Know Now for Then’ (WP1294)
seen at 11:30, 13 February in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Ben Hammersley sets out how he sees technology and innovation shaping power and influence in the future. In particular, he considers how foreign policy experts can understand the changes this will lead to for...

News story: Military steps up flood relief work
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

These past few weeks have seen heavy rainfall and widespread flooding cause major disruption across the UK, and, as the wet weather is set to continue, more than 2,000 military personnel have been called on to...

Press release: £500,000 to help break the silence for male rape victims
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Government has committed &pound;500,000 over the next financial year to provide services, like advice and counselling, to help male victims who previously have not been able to receive such support and...

Press release: Sir Martin Narey: overhauling children’s social work training
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Greater rigour in social work education, a sharper focus on practical skills, and places for only the very best students are among a number of reforms recommended today by Sir Martin Narey.

His report...

News story: A currency union with an independent Scotland is ‘not going to happen’ says Chancellor
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A currency union in the event of a vote for independence ‘would not be in the interests of either the people of Scotland or the remaining UK’ Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne said in a speech ...

Statement to Parliament: School Teachers' Review Body: 23rd report
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The 23rd Report of the School Teachers’ Review Body (STRB) is being published today. Its recommendations cover the issues that were referred to it in April 2013 - leadership pay; allowances; provisions...

Statement to Parliament: Narey’s report on initial training for children's social workers
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Children’s social work is one of the most demanding careers a person can pursue, with the power to transform the lives of deeply disadvantaged children. It requires a unique and highly complex set of skills and...

Statement to Parliament: Covert surveillance and covert human intelligence source sodes of practice consultation
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Policing, Criminal Justice and Victims (Damian Green):

I am today announcing the publication of the government’s consultation on the Covert Surveillance and the covert surveillance ...

News story: Defence Secretary responds to Major Projects Report
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The National Audit Office (NAO) Major Projects Report 2013 says better financial management, renegotiations with industry and an improved procurement strategy have prevented the programmes getting badly delayed...

News story: Over 50,000 charities now claiming Gift Aid online
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The online system means that charities and Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs) can claim their Gift Aid online, which is much more efficient than the previous system of posting paper forms to HM Revenue and...

Statement to Parliament: Consultation on fees under the Licensing Act 2003
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Crime Prevention (Norman Baker):

I am today informing Parliament of the publication of a public consultation on the move from centrally-set to locally-set fees under the Licensing Act...

Statement to Parliament: Renewal of immigration concession for Syrian nationals
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Minister for Immigration (James Brokenshire):

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

In light of the ongoing violent...

Speech: Cleantech Innovate conference
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Innovation is at the heart of our Long-term Economic Plan and the low carbon sector is rich in innovation.

New low carbon technologies are essential to reduce the cost of energy for hard-pressed consumers...

Speech: Foreign Secretary's remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade reception
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Your Royal Highness, My Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the National History Museum for the launch of the London Conference on the Illegal Wildlife Trade.

I am sure I speak for all of us in thanking...

News story: Appointments to the School Teachers’ Review Body
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Two new members have been appointed to the STRB - Daniel Flint and Mike Redhouse, the Department for Education announced today. They took up their positions on 10 February 2014 and will be in post for 3 years...

News story: UK floods 2014: government response
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with information on power supplies in Wales and military support

Prime Minister David Cameron has announced yesterday (Wednesday 12 February) a comprehensive package of new measures ...

Statement to Parliament: Police officers and staff: review of remuneration and conditions of service
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Theresa May):

This statement is about police pay and conditions. It provides the government’s response to the Police Arbitration Tribunal’s findings on 6 recommendations...

Speech: Foreign Secretary's opening remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

I would like to thank his Royal Highness for his words, and the personal long-standing commitment that he, the Duke of Cambridge, and Prince Harry have shown to raising awareness of this issue.

It is...

News story: Roads minister visits site of M2 hole
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Roads Minister Robert Goodwill has today (13 February 2014), Thursday 13 February 2014, inspected work being carried out near Faversham in Kent by Highways Agency engineers to fix a 15ft-deep hole on the M2, ...

News story: New style photocard driving licence
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
What’s changed

The new card, provided by Gemalto (UK), will have a refreshed design and incorporate a host of improved security features including a new security holograph, raised surface pattern and an Optical...

Statement to Parliament: Surveillance Camera Commissioner
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).
The Minister of State for Crime Prevention (Norman Baker):

My hon friend the Minister of State for Criminal Information (Lord Taylor of Holbeach) has today made the following written ministerial statement:

Press release: Government fires starting pistol to tackle physical activity
seen at 11:30, 13 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Government and Mayor of London have today launched a team effort to promote physical activity across the country - ensuring it is a lasting legacy of London 2012 and part of a long term vision for a fitter...

Scotland
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked about currency union with an independent Scotland, the PMS said the government had set out why a currency union would be highly unlikely in the event of independence. The Chancellor would give a speech on...
Road traffic estimates for Great Britain - Q4 2013
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Quarterly publication providing statistics on road traffic in Great Britain.
Statistics - national statistics: Congestion statistics on local ‘A’ roads, England: Oct to Dec 2013
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

This release presents provisional data for October to December 2013. The statistics include average speeds for the weekday morning peak period on local ‘A’ roads in England.

Main results

In the year ...

Transparency data: Reliability of journeys on the Highways Agency motorway and A road network
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Reliability of journeys on the Highways Agency motorway and A road network updated with December 2013.

DfT Business plan impact indicator

Geographical coverage: England Information broken down...

Statistical data set: Highway Agency motorways and A roads: ‘On time’ journeys (CGN01)
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Highway Agency motorways and A roads: ‘On time’ journeys documentation updated.

Table CGN0104

Percent of journeys on Highways Agency motorways and 'A' roads deemed on-time, monthly from April...

Guidance: Road traffic, speeds and congestion statistics guidance
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Road traffic, speeds and congestion statistics guidance updated for December 2013.

The Department for Transport publishes estimates of free flow vehicle speeds in Great Britain on an annual basis...

Statistics - national statistics: Reliability of journeys on Highways Agency roads: England, Oct to Dec 2013
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).
Main results: 77.8% of journeys on the Highways Agency’s network were ‘on time’ in the year ending December 2013, 0.4 percentage points higher than the year ending September 2013. Reliability was at its peak...
Statistical data set: All vehicles - licensed stock and new registrations (VEH01)
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Vehicles registered for the first time by body type, Great Britain, monthly from 2001 data updated.

Table VEH0101

Licensed vehicles by body type, Great Britain, quarterly from 1994 (...

Statistics: Mortgage and Landlord Possession Statistics, October - December 2013
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

The bulletin presents the latest statistics on the numbers of mortgage and landlord possession actions in the county courts of England and Wales. These statistics are a leading indicator of the number of properties...

Statistics - national statistics: Milk utilisation by dairies
seen at 10:31, 13 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with December figures.

This monthly statistics notice includes information on the volume of milk used by dairies in England and Wales in the production of drinking milk and milk products...