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09 April 2014

News story: Oportunidad Laboral en la Embajada Británica Guatemala
seen at 21:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

La Embajada Británica en Guatemala busca persona activa, positiva, que se adapte a cambios, que trabaje en equipo, con habilidad comunicativa, organizada para realizar trabajos de limpieza, en media jornada ...

Statement to Parliament: Local planning and renewable energy developments
seen at 20:34, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

This Coalition Government has reformed the planning process so that communities themselves have the opportunity to influence the decisions that affect their lives. We have abolished regional strategies, and their...

News story: Oportunidad Laboral en la Embajada Británica Guatemala
seen at 20:31, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

La Embajada Británica en Guatemala busca persona activa, positiva, que se adapte a cambios, que trabaje en equipo, con habilidad comunicativa, organizada para realizar trabajos de jardinería y trabajos básicos...

Ukraine
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked about the recent developments in Ukraine the PMS said that the government continued to monitor the situation carefully and that all parties should show restraint. original source.
MPs holidays
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked whether it was true that consideration was being given to allocating an extra week?s ?holiday? for MPs, the PMS said he was not aware of any changes to the Parliamentary timetable. original source...
Maria Miller
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
In response to questions on Maria Miller, her apology and her position as Culture Secretary, the Prime Minister?s Spokesman pointed journalists to what the Prime Minister had said on the matter. original...
Guidance: Tuberculosis test for a UK visa: clinics in Ukraine
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Use this document to find out where you must be tested for TB if you want to come to the UK for more than 6 months and are a resident of the Ukraine.

Guidance: Somalia: country information and guidance report, 4 April 2014
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

UK Visas and Immigration country of origin information about how we make decisions.

Guidance: Election guidance for civil servants
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: May 2014 European Parliament and local authority elections guidance added.

Guidance on the conduct of civil servants in the run up to local, national, European elections and the referendum on the...

Statistical data set: Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) brokerage results
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Results for 8 April published

Brokerage operates as a fortnightly anonymous auction where providers of the Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) can sell ‘lots’ of ECO Carbon Saving Obligation, ECO...

Statistics: UK floods 2014 data
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Addition of Flood warnings - Data integrity guide. which suggests how the data should be used and makes recommendations to retain data integrity

River-level data which is updated several times ...

Research and analysis: Student income and expenditure survey 2011 to 2012
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated version of document includes Welsh/English comparisons

Presents findings from a study on the income and expenditure of higher education (HE) students studying in England. It is based on...

Corporate report: The new operating model: how defence works
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April 2014 version.

Defence Reform is about delivering a new operating model. The way the new operating model will work is captured in this document.

FOI release: Constructionline service: contract details
seen at 18:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This response provides information on the provision of the Constructionline service including:

contract start date contract end date date for retendering original value of the contract total amount...
RR1003 – Further development of the Variable MAC (VMAC) tool
seen at 18:30, 9 April in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Manual handling of loads in picking warehouses is a common operation that involves lifting tasks of variable frequency and load. HSE’s Manual handling Assessment Charts (MAC) are not suitable for assessing such...

Court action after unsafe wall collapsed onto homeowner
seen at 18:30, 9 April in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A Huddersfield builder has been prosecuted for safety breaches that led to a 61-year-old woman being badly injured when a wall collapsed in her garden.
News story: Government announces extension for pension decision period
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has announced today (Wednesday 9 April) that people who have recently taken a tax-free lump sum from their defined contribution pension will be given 18 months rather than 6 months to decide what...

Statement to Parliament: Markets for government services: G4S
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The government is committed to opening up public contracts, with a wide, diverse range of providers competing to deliver high quality services.

Following the material concerns that emerged last year, ...

Press release: Ministerial appointments: April 2014
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to approve the following ministerial appointments.

Sajid Javid MP to be Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport; and Minister for Equalities

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Press release: Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Edward Ferguson has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina in succession to Mr Nigel Casey MVO. Mr Ferguson will take up his appointment during August 2014.

Mr Ferguson...

News story: £375m fund to promote development though science and innovation announced
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne has launched a &pound;375 million fund to promote economic development though science and innovation at the University of Sao Paulo on the final day of his visit...

News story: Coverage of the Chancellor's trade trip to Brazil
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with announcement on &pound;375m fund to promote development though science and innovation

Chancellor uses trade trip to Brazil to hail further finance support to back British exporters...
Speech: Villiers addresses President’s ‘Taking charge of change’ event at City Hall, London
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: speech amendments on delivery

It’s a great honour for me to be here at City Hall today and to play a part in this first ever state visit to the UK by the President of Ireland.

President...

News story: Extreme weather number one challenge facing the nation
seen at 18:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Britain’s wettest winter for 250 years also underlines the need to continue improving flood defences to cope with future extreme climate, he said in a keynote speech.

In addition, there needs to be a continued...

Christianity
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked about Eric Pickles? recent comments on atheism, the PMS said the Prime Minister had expressed his views on faith in the UK many times. original source.
Correspondence: SFA update: issue 203 (09 April 2014)
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

In this issue:

16 to 18 traineeship bursaries: webinars 24+ advanced learning loans: administration 2014 to 2015 The hub: contract and finances; final funding statements publication Monthly per learner...
FOI release: Public spending on legal defence of chief police officers in misconduct cases
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

What representations have been made to the Home Office on the issue of public spending on the legal defence of chief police officers in misconduct cases and what response the Home Office has made, including the...

Research and analysis: Social finance in the UK: designing the experience for ventures
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

In recent years, a lot of new funding become available to help social entrepreneurs to build their organisations and become sustainable. In turn social enterprises contribute &pound;55 billion to the economy...

Guidance: Quality assurance framework, version 9 (QAF v9)
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to the MP3 and MP6 documents. Details listed in the change log document.

QAF version 9 was developed to support the DBS Update Service. QAF version 9 is built upon the foundations...

Notice: EX38 8PH: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: TR12 7LQ: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: SP11 0JH: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: SO23 9RU: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Guidance: Tuberculosis test for a UK visa: clinics in Algeria
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Use this document to find out where you must be tested for TB if you want to come to the UK for more than 6 months and are a resident of Algeria.

Guidance: Holcombe Moor firing times
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times for the period 19 to 25 April 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...

Promotional material: Female genital mutilation: information sheet
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Leaflet provides important information on health implications, warning signs and support for victims across the UK and in the Greater Manchester area.

Guidance: Employing agency supply teachers
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This advice is for:

school leaders school staff governing bodies local authorities

It applies to:

maintained schools academies and free schools independent schools

It covers:

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Consultation outcome: Improving enforcement and control of the waste exports regime
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published updated version of summary responses. A correction was made to the date on which regulations will be laid in Parliament.

The Transfrontier Shipment of Waste Regulations 2007 (‘the 2007...

Promotional material: 'Cut - some wounds never heal': lesson plan
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Teachers should follow this leson plan when viewing the film, ‘Cut - some wounds never heal’.

Guidance: Armed forces (modernised guidance)
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New guidance on armed forces relevant civilian employees, valid from 8 April 2014.

UK Visas and Immigration modernised guidance about how it deals with members of the armed forces.

Guidance: National curriculum tests: international schools
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

International schools were able to purchase printed copies of the 2014 national curriculum tests and optional tests, for reference and administration. The deadline for ordering standard test materials has now...

Guidance: FGM case studies
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

These case studies highlight various issues including a lack of:

proper training for midwives referral procedures among services general help and support for girls or women with FGM
Guidance: Direct Earnings Attachments: an employers' guide
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced both guides with revised versions. Numerous changes made throughout the guides.

As an employer, you may be asked to deduct any benefit overpayments an employee owes the Department for ...

Guidance: Tuberculosis test for a UK visa: clinic in Burma
seen at 16:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Use this document to find out where you must be tested for tuberculosis (TB) if you want to come to the UK for more than 6 months and are a resident of Burma.

Fantastic news for arts courses in changes to GCSEs
seen at 16:30, 9 April in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Fantastic news for arts courses in changes to GCSEs
Plumber in court following illegal gas work
seen at 16:30, 9 April in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A plumber has been told to do 180 hours unpaid community service for illegal and dangerous gas work at a home in Milton Keynes.
EASTER 2014 - BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURES
seen at 16:30, 9 April in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

There will be German Public Holidays on Fri 18th & Mon 21st Apr 14. 'Read More' for details of any facility closures. Also there will be NO NAAFI Buses running on these dates. There...

EASTER CHURCH SERVICES 2014
seen at 16:30, 9 April in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Click 'Read More' for full details of Church Services for Easter 2014.

Read More...

Welcome Wednesday at Easter
seen at 16:30, 9 April in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Welcome Wednesday was held in the Normandy Welfare Room on Wed 09 Apr 14. This months event followed an Easter theme and as well as the usual yummy cakes and stalls, the organisers had arranged...

Press release: New arts GCSEs to be introduced in 2016
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Education Secretary Michael Gove announced today that a number of arts-based subjects are to be reformed as rigorous, demanding and world-class new GCSEs and A levels for first teaching from September 2016.

News story: Plan for Dover unlocks bright future for historic port and town
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Shipping and Ports Minister Stephen Hammond has today (9 April 2014) set out a plan for the future of the Port of Dover, aimed at strengthening community involvement, boosting commercial development and unlocking...

Press release: New help for property owners affected by HS2
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (9 April 2014) published an improved compensation and assistance package for property owners close to the route of HS2.

After listening to feedback and suggestions

Speech: Edward Davey launches the Scotland Analysis Energy Paper
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Check against delivery Introduction

I am here in Edinburgh today to make the case for the United Kingdom.

And to make the case for Scotland’s place in the United Kingdom.

And today, as the UK...

Speech: A model that works: A government’s role in combating human trafficking
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

His Holiness Pope Francis has described modern slavery as “a crime against humanity”. There can be few descriptions that so aptly match the appalling nature of this crime. The men, women and children who are ...

Press release: Tougher enforcement action and stronger penalties for unscrupulous employers
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Unscrupulous employers who exploit workers will face tougher enforcement action and stronger penalties as part of the government’s long-term plan to ensure the economy delivers for hard-working people, the Prime...

News story: Honour for brave soldier
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Sapper James McDermott, from the Corps of Royal Engineers, has been awarded a Mention in Despatches for demonstrating gallantry in braving enemy fire to go to the aid of British and Afghan colleagues.

Speech: The EU and the City: What next?
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Just over a year ago, and very early in the morning, I made the trek from Westminster to the City along with much of the diplomatic corps.

We came to listen to a speech that set out a positive vision...

News story: DBS duty to refer events
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added booking forms for the Southend-on-sea and Bury events.

We are now running our free events that outline the changes to the DBS made by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. We also look at ...

Press release: Better journeys for drivers around Telford as scheme completes ahead of schedule
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The work, which started in October, has added more capacity by widening the M54 slip road approaches and increasing Forge roundabout to three lanes. In addition, the Hall Park Way, Forge Gate and Rampart Way ...

Speech: Britain makes wonderful things
seen at 16:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Professor Gregory, distinguished guests, friends and colleagues,

Making things is important. Manufacturing makes a critical contribution to the economy. It generates growth and jobs. It produces knowledge...

Correspondence: Fire and rescue bulletin: 44/2014
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The fire and rescue bulletin for April 2014 covers:

better regulation update: primary authority for fire safety under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and new Regulators’ Compliance Code ...
Form: Financial template for UTCs in pre-opening
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

All UTC applicants must fill in a financial template. To apply, please complete the document on this page.

Policy paper: Defra better for business: strategic reform plan for Defra’s regulations
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This report outlines the progress made by Defra since the Red Tape Challenge was launched by the Prime Minister in April 2011.

Defra has reviewed over 1,200 regulations since then. As part of Red Tape...

Policy paper: Smarter data: plans to simplify information requests
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This document outlines our plans to simplify requests that Defra and its agencies make to business and others for environmental, marine and carbon information.

Policy paper: Smarter Environmental Legislation: terms of reference
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the terms of reference for the government’s work to develop a new long-term direction and framework for environmental legislation to make it easier to achieve environmental results.

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Guidance: UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) worldwide offices
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

A list of all UKTI offices and contacts around the world. Our offices overseas help UK based companies succeed in the global economy. We also help overseas companies bring their high quality investment to the...

Notice: River Wye: proposal to vary licences to abstract water
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amendment made to the summary of notice due to admin error - change from 'on the River Wye' to 'to protect the River Wye'

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain proposals for the...

Guidance: Cabinet Office controls
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Cabinet Office controls, along with long-term structural reform programmes, are a core component of the work to reduce wasteful expenditure and help reduce the fiscal deficit.

This guidance will ...

Consultation outcome: New A levels: subject content consultation
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 'A level content: equality analysis' document added to page.

In March 2012, the Secretary of State for Education set out a programme of reform for A levels to help ensure that the qualifications...

Policy paper: HS2 property compensation consultation 2013 for the London to West Midlands route: decision document
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Following the HS2 property compensation consultation 2013 we will introduce an HS2 property package including:

express purchase for owner-occupied properties within the safeguarded area outlined...
Consultation outcome: HS2 property compensation consultation 2013
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation response and decision documents published.

This consultation seeks your views on the government’s proposals for property compensation schemes proposed along the HS2 Phase One line ...

FOI release: Export licences approved for Russia
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This document provides information on export licences approved for Russia since 30 September 2012 including:

a summary description (goods annual report summary) the rating of the goods for each licence...
Guidance: Consistent financial reporting framework (CFR): 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to add the COLLECT guides for schools and local authorities and the XML generator.

This departmental advice is for:

local authority finance officers school finance officers business...
Guidance: Decision makers’ guide: memos: staff guide
seen at 14:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DMG memo 8/14: Maternity Allowance - Participating wife or civil partner of self-employed earner.

This guidance is for DWP staff who make decisions about benefits and pensions. It helps them...

Guidance: Decision makers’ guide: Vol 10: Benefits for incapacity, disability, maternity and bereavement: staff guide
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced chapter 62 with revised version annotated to memo 8/14 - Maternity Allowance: Participating wife or civil partner of self-employed earner.

This guidance is for DWP staff who make decisions...

Guidance: Decision makers’ guide: Vol 1: Decision making and appeals: staff guide
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced chapter 6 with revised version with new appendix 2 added.

This guidance is for DWP staff who make decisions about benefits and pensions. It helps them make decisions that are accurate ...

Guidance: Advice for decision making: staff guide
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced chapter A5 with revised version with new appendix 2 added.

This advice for DWP decision makers covers:

Universal Credit (UC) Personal Independence Payment (PIP) contribution-...
Statistics: Main tax expenditures and structural reliefs
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The data for VCT and EIS has been corrected. The figures had previously been transposed: EIS figures are shown for VCT and vice-versa.

These statistics are part of the collection “Tax expenditures...

Guidance: Passport photos: guide for photographers
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This document contains guidelines for photographers and photographic studios producing photos for UK passports.

Guidance: Disclosure of death registration information: how to apply
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This document provides information about eligibility and application for organisations that need access to death registration information.

Guidance: Marriage registration: guidance for authorised persons
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This documents contains guidance for authorised persons, the clergy and secretaries of synagogues about marriage registration.

Policy paper: Serious and organised crime strategy (Welsh versions)
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

You can also access the strategy and pamphlet in English.

Policy paper: Water situation report: south west
seen at 14:30, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Page updated to a summary of the March 2014 rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the south west.

Summary of the rainfall, soil moisture deficits...

LSB and LSCP write to regulators about making data openly and freely available
seen at 14:30, 9 April in LSB (Our copy).
(09 April 2014) Legal Services Board and Legal Services Consumer Panel write to regulators after agreement to make data openly and freely available.
Press release: “Energy bills will go up with independence” - Davey
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Launching the UK Government’s Energy Paper analysing the potential impact of independence on Scotland’s energy, Edward Davey MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, made the positive case...

Press release: New arts GCSEs to be introduced in 2016
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Education Secretary Michael Gove announce today that a number of arts-based subjects are to be reformed as rigorous, demanding and world-class new GCSEs and A levels for first teaching from September 2016.

Press release: World Cup 2014 - your questions answered on Twitter
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

To help fans prepare for their trip the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is teaming up with experts on football, travel and health to provide as much information as possible before they depart.

The...

News story: Plan for Dover unlocks bright future for historic port and town
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Shipping and Ports Minister Stephen Hammond has today (9 April 2014) set out a plan for the future of the Port of Dover, aimed at strengthening community involvement, boosting commercial development and unlocking...

Press release: £1 billion exports win for UK education in Saudi Arabia
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

UK education providers have won 4 new contracts worth &pound;850 million to establish 12 technical and vocational training colleges in Saudi Arabia, Skills Minister Matthew Hancock announced today (9 April...

Press release: Twelve foreign flagged ships under detention in the UK during March
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today (9 April 2014) that 12 foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during March 2014 after failing port state control (PSC) inspection.

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Statement to Parliament: HS2 Phase One property
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

I am today (9 April 2014) announcing to the House the outcome of the 2013 consultation on property compensation for the London to West Midlands HS2 route (Phase One).

That consultation, which ran...

Press release: New help for property owners affected by HS2
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (9 April 2014) published an improved compensation and assistance package for property owners close to the route of HS2.

After listening to feedback and suggestions

Speech: Independence referendum: Energy Scotland analysis paper speech
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

There are now fewer than six months to go until people across Scotland make the most important collective decision we will ever take: whether to remain an integral part of the United Kingdom or to leave and become...

News story: UK forces in hunt for missing Malaysian airliner
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Following a request by the Malaysian authorities for support from the Royal Navy, the survey ship HMS Echo was diverted from her patrol in the Indian Ocean, and the nuclear submarine HMS Tireless

Press release: Road users advised of M6 closures for resurfacing near Stoke-on-Trent
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Work will be carried out over 20 nights and will require a full closure of the northbound carriageway from 10pm to 6am Mondays to Thursdays, 10pm to 7am on Fridays, 9pm to 8am on Saturdays and 11pm to 6am on ...

News story: Government cuts costs and reduces burdens on farmers
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Farmers will be helped significantly by government cuts to red tape, according to a report published today by an independent group led by former NFU Director General Richard Macdonald. The main developments...

Press release: West Bay community winter storms drop in
seen at 14:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

If you live in West Bay, Dorset, or the surrounding area and were affected by the severe storms and flooding during the winter, the Environment Agency, West Dorset District Council, Dorset County Council and ...

Missing Persons: Guardianship of Property and Affairs (Lord Faulks)
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 17 December 2013 the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Justice, my honourable friend Shailesh Vara, issued a Written Ministerial Statement announcing that work was progressing on a consultation paper...

State Opening of Parliament (Lord Hill of Oareford)
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Her Majesty the Queen has been pleased to agree to open a new session of Parliament on Wednesday 4 June instead of on Tuesday 3 June. The date will better facilitate arrangements for the ceremony and other events...

Guidance: Register of licensed sponsors: workers
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated document.

This document lists Tier 2 and 5 sponsors. It includes information about the category of workers they’re licensed to sponsor and their sponsorship rating.

Statistics: Weekly rainfall and river flow summary: 26 March to 1 April 2014
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

A review of the rainfall and river flow data for England covering the 7 day period (Wednesday to Tuesday).

Policy paper: CONTEST annual report 2013
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The report covers the period from January to December 2013. It assesses the current terrorist threat to the UK and UK interests overseas; and summarises main achievements in our counter-terrorism work over this...

Notice: Chapel Farm landfill site, Swindon
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added update for April 2014.

This document explains how the Environment Agency monitors the situation at Chapel Farm and makes sure that the waste operator complies with their permit.

Guidance: Chapter 6: information about applications for British citizenship (nationality instructions)
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of chapter 6 annex D uploaded.

UK Visas and Immigration nationality instructions chapter 6 includes general information about applications for British citizenship.

Notice: S63 7LL: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Promotional material: The Disability Confident campaign
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Hands Free Computing Ltd: case study.

Through the Disability Confident campaign, the government is working with employers to remove barriers, increase understanding and ensure that disabled...

Correspondence: Recovered appeal: Mountsorrel Lane Charnwood (ref: 2196928, 8 April 2014)
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter and Inspector’s Report relating to a planning appeal for:

appeal A: construction of up to 250 dwellings and associated works appeal B: area of public open space and associated amenities...
Statistics - national statistics: Child Benefit statistics geographical analysis: August 2009
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Population counts at Country and English Region level are shown, as well as by Local Authority and Parliamentary Constituency (Westminster and Scottish) in the United Kingdom.

Also includes separate statistics...

Guidance: D-Day 70 events
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

A number of events are currently being planned across the UK and in France to mark D-Day 70, and this page will be updated regularly as they are formally announced. The Ministry of Defence is supporting the events...

Form: How to pay Environment Agency fees
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

There is one charge per notification which is payable when the notification is made. Fees are payable to the Environment Agency.

Form: Application form for issue of pre-consent
seen at 11:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Recovery facilities issued with pre-consent by the Environment Agency will benefit from:

a shortened notification procedure greater assurance in receiving wastes notified inline with the terms of the...
The future of extended deterrence and assurance: implications for NATO and Northeast Asia (WP1301)
seen at 11:30, 9 April in Wilton Park (Our copy).

This conference will assess the future for extended deterrence and assurance in Northeast Asia. We begin by assessing the trends – technological, strategic and political – that can be regarded as decisive in ...

News story: Joint Warrior tests Army's ability to react
seen at 11:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

An aviation assault to capture the airfield at Kinloss Barracks marked 16 Air Assault Brigade’s arrival on Exercise Joint Warrior.

Troops from the 3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment battle group landed...

Statement to Parliament: GCSE and A level reform
seen at 11:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Government is today announcing the next steps in the reform of GCSEs and A levels.

We are introducing more rigorous content into reformed GCSEs and A levels to be taught from September 2016 and 2015...

Press release: April increase in cases of diarrhoea linked to school holidays and visits to petting farms
seen at 11:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Cryptosporidium is a parasite that can be found in soil, water, food or on any surface that has been contaminated with human or animal faeces.

Anyone can get cryptosporidiosis but it is most common in...

Statement to Parliament: Countering terrorism
seen at 11:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).
Secretary of State for the Home Department (Mrs. Theresa May):

Protecting the safety of the UK and our interests overseas is the primary duty of government. Terrorism remains the greatest threat to the security...

Speech: Ambition and opportunity: Rail Industry Day 2014
seen at 11:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Ladies and gentlemen - welcome to the QEII centre and Rail Industry Day 2014.

I’d particularly like to extend a warm welcome to colleagues who have joined us from overseas.

You will be hearing...

Maria Miller
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked whether the Prime Minister had confidence in Maria Miller, the PMS said that he did. original source.
Notice: River Wye: proposal to vary licences to abstract water
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain proposals for the abstraction, impoundment and transfer of water.

These notices explain:

what the proposal is about which Environment Agency...
Policy paper: Newton Fund: building science and innovation capacity in developing countries
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Information on the &pound;375 million Newton Fund and the partner countries under the fund. It also sets out 3 broad categories of activity under the fund.

Statistics - national statistics: UK overseas trade statistics: non-EU February 2014
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) collects the UK’s international trade in goods data, which are published as two National Statistics series - the ‘Overseas Trade Statistics (OTS)’ and the ‘Regional Trade Statistics...

Research and analysis: Beyond the adoption order: challenges, intervention, disruption
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This report investigates how often and why adoptions are disrupted after an adoption order has been made.

Guidance: Second Incomes Campaign: your guide to making a disclosure
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Second Incomes Campaign provides an opportunity for individuals in employment who have additional income that is not taxed through their main job or another Pay As You Earn (PAYE) scheme. People with untaxed...

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for art and design
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in art and design.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for history
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in history.

Guidance: GCSE history
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in history.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for science
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in science.

Guidance: GCSE single science
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in science.

Guidance: GCSE combined science
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in combined science.

Guidance: GCSE modern foreign languages
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in modern foreign languages.

Guidance: GCSE geography
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in geography.

Guidance: GCSE ancient foreign languages
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This publication sets out the learning outcomes and content coverage required for GCSE specifications in ancient foreign languages.

Impact assessment: GCSEs: reformed content
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Reformed content is proposed for:

history geography sciences languages

and is to be introduced in 2015.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for computer science
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in computer science.

Guidance: GCE AS and A levels for English language
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in English language.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for English literature
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in English literature.

Consultation outcome: New A levels: subject content consultation
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added letter from Michael Gove to Professor Smith

In March 2012, the Secretary of State for Education set out a programme of reform for A levels to help ensure that the qualifications equip students...

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for English language and literature
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in English language and literature.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for business
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in business.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for economics
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in economics.

Guidance: GCE AS and A level for sociology
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The subject content required for GCE AS and A level specifications in sociology.

Impact assessment: GCE AS and A levels: reformed content
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Reformed content is proposed for:

art and design business computer science economics English (including English language, English language and literature, and English literature) history science...
Guidance: Benefit and pension rates: April 2014
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This leaflet provides a list of benefit and pension rates from April 2014. Most rates change in April every year.

The leaflet also explains some rules on extra amounts payable for dependants and how ...

Corporate report: DVLA business plan 2013 to 2014
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to the figures

The DVLA business plan sets out the agency’s plans for the coming year. It details our 16 key performance measures and 19 customer service measures.

During 2013...

Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2013 to 2014: guidance for preparers
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added Whole of Government Accounts 2013-14 form: CG-01 template for agreeing balances with other WGA bodies

Note: The 2013-14 data collection tool for local and central government will be published...

Research and analysis: Scotland analysis: energy
seen at 10:32, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This paper in the Scotland analysis programme presents the UK Government’s analysis of the energy markets and the policy implications of the debate on Scottish independence.

It reviews the benefits of...

FOI release: Independent Expert Panel (IEP) on badger culling meeting notes
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

IEP EIRs: personal notes taken during the IEP meeting of 9 November 2013 by members of the IEP, as well as the standard consultant fee for an IEP member and the number of days billed to date for each member of...

FOI release: Number of badgers Defra targeted to kill in the 2 pilot culls
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Pilot culls - EIRs number of badgers targeted in the 2 pilot culls in West Somerset and Gloucestershire; and number actually killed; proposed and actual lengths in time of the 2 culls; intended and actual method...

FOI release: Badger cull - earliest incident where death was not instantaneous
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Humaneness EIR: date of the earliest incident reviewed by the IEP where death was not instantaneous thereby confirming whether or not that incident preceded the tweet of 16 September, plus whether or not any ...

Consultation outcome: Future management of the Compulsory Stocking Obligation in the UK
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government Response and final Impact Assessment published

The UK is required to hold emergency stocks of oil products to release to market in the event of short term oil supply disruptions, known...

FOI release: Number of badgers killed with TB
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

TB - EIRs number of badgers killed with TB.

Consultation outcome: Call for evidence: role of UK refining and fuel import sectors
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Conclusions to the review published

The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), in collaboration with other government departments, is working with the downstream oil sector to conduct ...

FOI release: Numbers of badgers killed on dairy farms
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Dairy farms EIRs: number of badgers killed on land that had cattle (including dairy cattle) on it; number of badgers killed on land within 1 km of cattle (including dairy cattle); and number killed on the rest...

FOI release: Questions and answers on Bovine TB and the pilot culls
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Bovine TB - EIRs questions and answers on Bovine TB and the pilot culls.

Closed consultation: HS2 Phase One environmental statement
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A summary of comments received in response to this consultation has been published.

We’re looking for comments on the environmental statement for the high speed rail route for HS2 Phase One.

Guidance: EYFSP 2014: technical specification
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

This specification is intended for suppliers developing software for use in management information systems, and local authorities collecting and submitting the EYFSP data return 2014.

It contains...

FOI release: Badger vaccination modelling
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Modelling EIRs: information on the specification, methodology, findings and interpretation of the modelling work carried out on the impact of badger vaccination.

Guidance: Register of licensed sponsors: students
seen at 10:31, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated document.

This document lists Tier 4 sponsors. It includes information about the category of students they’re licensed to sponsor and their sponsorship rating.

Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy Programme
seen at 10:31, 9 April in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy Programme
News story: Coverage of the Chancellor's trade trip to Brazil
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with info on &pound;500,000 transformational funding for UK-Brazil youth group ‘Fight for Peace’.

Chancellor uses trade trip to Brazil to hail further finance support to back British ...
News story: Alcohol abuse: Minister visits areas leading fight on drink-fuelled crime and disorder
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The minister visited Hastings and Northampton, which are among 20 Local Alcohol Action Areas in England and Wales that are working with the government to combat drink-fuelled crime and disorder and the...

Press release: Northern Ireland businesses to get greater IP support
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The potential for businesses in Northern Ireland to succeed and expand has received a big boost with the launch of new support tools to help small firms identify, protect and grow their intellectual property ...

Statement to Parliament: GCSE and A level reform
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Government is today announcing the next steps in the reform of GCSEs and A levels.

We are introducing more rigorous content into reformed GCSEs and A levels to be taught from September 2016 and 2015...

News story: Equitable Life Payment Scheme payouts pass £900 million
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The government’s Equitable Life Payment Scheme (ELPS) has now paid out &pound;901 million.

Since January 1 2014, the scheme has issued payments to a further 143,372 policy holders. This equates...

Statement to Parliament: Scotland Analysis: Energy
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Government has today published the 12th paper in the Scotland Analysis Programme series to inform the debate on Scotland’s future within the United Kingdom.

“Scotland Analysis: Energy” (Cm 8826) ...

Press release: “Energy bills will go up with independence” - Davey
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Launching the UK Government’s Energy Paper analysing the potential impact of independence on Scotland’s energy, Edward Davey MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, made the positive case...

Statement to Parliament: UK Downstream Oil Sector
seen at 10:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Today, the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) is publishing the conclusions of its review of the role of UK’s refining and fuel import sectors. I am grateful to all those who contributed to this review...

Air Transport in Wales - 2013
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This Statistical Bulletin includes information on air craft movements, passengers handled and freight handled at Cardiff International Airport.
International Sea Passengers Bulletin - February 2014
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Monthly release presenting information on UK international and domestic sea passengers.
UK Trade - February 2014
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Latest monthly statistics on trade in goods classified according to Standard International Trade Classification (SITC) as well as monthly estimates for total trade in services.
Profitability of UK Companies - Q4 2013
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This statistical bulletin, produced by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) every quarter, shows the net rate of return on capital employed for UK PNFCs’ related to their UK operations.
UK Overseas Trade Statistics - UK Trade with Countries outside the European Union - February 2014
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This publication provides details of the overseas trade in goods statistics (OTS) of the United Kingdom (UK) which are published as National Statistics by HM Revenue and Customs. The OTS are a detailed dataset...
UK Coal (Michael Fallon)
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

UK Coal is seeking investment, from various parties including the Government, to fund a managed run-down of its two remaining operational deep mines.

The future of UK Coal is primarily a commercial matter...

Returning Officers Indemnity Arrangements (European Parliamentary Elections) (Greg Clark)
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

It is normal practice, when a Government Department proposes to undertake a contingent liability in excess of £300,000 for which there is no specific statutory authority, for the Minister concerned to present...

Burma (Hugo Swire)
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am making a joint statement with my right hon. Friend the Minister of State for International Development. Together we wish to inform the House that the Government are today publishing a summary of the UK&#...

State Opening of Parliament (Andrew Lansley)
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Her Majesty the Queen has been pleased to agree to open a new Session of Parliament on Wednesday 4 June instead of on Tuesday 3 June. The date will better facilitate arrangements for the ceremony and other events...

Interception of Communications Commissioner (Annual Report) (David Cameron)
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today laid before both Houses copies of the 2013 annual report from the Interception of Communications Commissioner who is appointed by me to keep under review the compliance by public authorities with...

Guidance: Skills Funding Agency: Elmfield Training Ltd investigation
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

In July and August 2013, the Skills Funding Agency received a series of allegations about the delivery of Apprenticeship provision by Elmfield Training Ltd (Elmfield) to employees of Wm Morrison Supermarkets ...

Notice: ST3 5BW: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 09:34, 9 April in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

...
UK Trade, February 2014
seen at 09:30, 9 April in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
UK Trade is a major component of two other key economic statistics – UK Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the UK Balance of Payments.
Profitability of UK Companies, Q4 2013
seen at 09:30, 9 April in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
This statistical bulletin, produced by the Office for National Statistics every quarter, shows the net rate of return on capital employed for UK private non-financial corporations (PNFCs) related to their UK operations...
Speech: Speech at workshop opening on empowering rural youth in child protection and women's rights
seen at 09:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

A very good morning to you all. I am delighted to be making my first trip to Naitasiri for the opening of this workshop, which has been organised by Medical Services Pacific with funding from the British High...

Press release: CMA confirms Breedon sales
seen at 09:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will require Breedon Aggregates Limited (Breedon) to sell an asphalt plant in the Aberdeen area and a ready-mix concrete (RMX) plant in the Peterhead area. It will ...

News story: Resignation of Maria Miller MP
seen at 09:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

In a letter to the Prime Minister she wrote:

it has become clear to me that the present situation has become a distraction from the vital work this Government is doing to turn our country around.

News story: New scheme offers cash incentive to households using renewable heating systems in their homes
seen at 09:30, 9 April in News and communications (Our copy).

A new and innovative Government scheme launched today will pay people for the green heat they generate for their homes.

The domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is the world’s first long-term financial...

Air Transport in Wales - 2013
seen at 02:31, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This Statistical Bulletin includes information on air craft movements, passengers handled and freight handled at Cardiff International Airport.
International Sea Passengers Bulletin - February 2014
seen at 02:31, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Monthly release presenting information on UK international and domestic sea passengers.
UK Trade - February 2014
seen at 02:31, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Latest monthly statistics on trade in goods classified according to Standard International Trade Classification (SITC) as well as monthly estimates for total trade in services.
Profitability of UK Companies - Q4 2013
seen at 02:31, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This statistical bulletin, produced by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) every quarter, shows the net rate of return on capital employed for UK PNFCs’ related to their UK operations.
UK Overseas Trade Statistics - UK Trade with Countries outside the European Union - February 2014
seen at 02:31, 9 April in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This publication provides details of the overseas trade in goods statistics (OTS) of the United Kingdom (UK) which are published as National Statistics by HM Revenue and Customs. The OTS are a detailed dataset...