Updated: Updated factsheet, correct as of 6 May 2014
This update is correct as of 06 May 2014. Further updates will be published as the situation changes.
Updated: Updated with latest version of factsheet attached, correct as of 6 May 2014
The crisis in Syria is gravely concerning. Hundreds of people are being killed or wounded every day and millions have...
The UK has begun a strategic partnership with the World Bank to end global poverty, International Development Secretary Justine Greening announced during a visit by the World Bank Group President.
Ms. ...
Updated: Updated guidance
The guidance focuses on the detailed processes for the approval of premises and the conditions associated with an approval.
This guidance is issued by the Registrar General...
This Five Year Plan is the result of the work done to analyse the Rural Payments Agency’s (RPA) problems and to plan how we deliver a better service to our customers, pay them the right amount of money on time...
Updated: May publication applies to the 2014 to 2015 school year. No change to document
National child measurement programme (NCMP) operational guidance, as part of the government’s commitment to tackling...
The success of the rotavirus vaccination programme takes centre stage in this issue, with flu and pertussis also starring. New resources and the latest vaccine wastage breakdown also feature, as well as the usual...
Updated: Replaced Housing Options booklet with March 2013 edition.
The ‘Housing options’ book for England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland form part of the material supplied to the attendees at a “...
Updated: This chapter has been rewritten to bring it into line with current policies and procedures.
Some medical conditions increase the risk of complications from...
Updated: Entry Clearance Guidance ECB 19 valid from 1 May 2014.
This document contains information and guidance on how UK Visas and Immigration can change an incorrect endorsement.
The contents of this notice are intended as a guide only.
The government has today (30 April 2014) released two new policies that will shape the future of the UK’s growing space industry.
The government response to the space Innovation and Growth Strategy (IGS...
Mr Matthew James Lodge has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the State of Kuwait in succession to Mr Frank Baker, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Lodge will take...
A Downing Street spokesperson said:
The Prime Minister spoke to President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria this afternoon about the abduction of over 200 girls in northern Nigeria. The Prime Minister expressed...
On Monday 5th May, a military court in Goma ruled on cases against 39 Congolese soldiers charged with rape and other grave crimes committed in Minova, in November 2012.
In response to the ruling, Foreign...
The One Public Estate programme, run by Cabinet Office and the Local Government Association (LGA) will support local councils to create economic growth, generate capital receipts, reduce their running ...
Thank you Mr President.
Foreign Minister Yun, I welcome you to the Security Council today and I thank the Republic of Korea Mission for organising this important debate and for its Korean leadership ...
These are examples of letters sent to existing Disability Living Allowance (DLA) claimants, inviting them to begin a claim for the new Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The letters cover:
how to claim...
Carers of people who receive Personal Independence Payment (PIP) may be able to access other help and services. This guide looks at how PIP affects new and existing claims for Carer’s Allowance and Carer’s Credit...
This response confirms that PHE does not hold the information requested and provides a link to NHS England and the Department of Health, who may be able to help with the issue.
This response gives details of the amount spent by PHE on various types of telephone calls in 2013.
This response provides copies of any relevant correspondence between PHE, the Environment Agency and the Health and Safety Executive.
Updated: Added new firing times for the period 17 to 23 May 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...
This response provides a breakdown of the incidence of TB in certain local authorities and nationally. It also has details of how many cases were first time patients and how many were drug resistant.
This response provides copies of the internal correspondence requested
Updated: Added new firing times for the period 26 May to 8 June 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...
Air pollution EIRs: number of deaths in Stoke on Trent caused by illness directly linked to air pollution, and the air quality improvement measures taken by Defra to ensure the air is clean, and that the potential...
Updated: Added the Welsh version of the INF30
Guidance for drivers towing trailers. This includes what you can drive and tow depending on when you passed your test.
Volunteering - FOI policies concerning any form of support given to employees to undertake volunteering opportunities outside of their day to day responsibilities; including breakdown of what support and benefits...
This response confirms that PHE does not hold the information requested.
This form (BOR1422) is largely used by handling agents and carriers to record missing or delayed luggage and is to be presented for customs clearance.
Please complete the declaration on the front of ...
This internal review upholds PHE’s original handling of the case.
This response releases some correspondence between PHE and relevant parties.
This response explains that PHE had not convened any committees to discuss reductions in artificial fluoride.
Updated: Added RAF operational low flying training timetable covering 12 to 16 May and 19 to 23 May 2014.
A list of timetables for operational low flying (OLF) training by RAF fast jets and Hercules aircraft...
In this issue:
2014 to 2015 contracts College benchmarking tool Agency information and communication technology services
Faith communities are increasingly recognised as significant partners in their localities and have a long tradition of responding to the needs of their local communities in times of crisis.
The Voluntary...
The Voluntary Sector Civil Protection Forum (VSCPF), with Cabinet Office, Department for Communities and Local Government Resilience and Emergencies Division and voluntary sector partners, has produced...
The voluntary sector has an important role to play in supporting the statutory services in response to many emergencies. This note sets out some issues for Category 1 responders and voluntary sector partners ...
Click an age group, to see which flu vaccine is appropriate later this year.
Updated: Added guidance notes.
You should print, complete and submit this form as instructed by the relevant guidance or advisor.
For information about the insolvency process email the Insolvency...
The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.
These notices explain:
...
The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.
These notices explain:
...
These figures detail the outcomes of all phase 1 merger enquiries completed in each year, from 1 April 2004 to the latest full month.
CMA mergers guidancePlease note that decisions up to and...
Updated: Published note regarding a processing error with Appeals data for the period June to December 2013.
This publication provides statistics on:
the outcomes of completed Employment and Support...
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Updated: Published note regarding a processing error with Appeals data for the period June to December 2013.
This publication provides statistics on:
the outcomes of completed Employment and Support...
The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.
These notices explain:
...
Morecambe Bay Investigation panel meeting on Thursday 8 May 2014.
MHRA is asking for feedback on proposals to allow the supply of salbutamol asthma inhalers in schools for emergency use.
The aim of the proposal is reducing deaths and distress from asthma. The consultation...
>We have answered the government's call to action today (7th May 2014) by pledging our support for its Your Life campaign. Launched by the Chancellor, George Osborne, at the Science Museum in London, the campaign...
Foreign Office Minister for Africa, Mark Simmonds, today spoke to over 500 delegates at the UK/Cameroon Investment Forum, organised by Developing Markets Associates held at Church House.
Mr Simmonds welcomed...
This show of force, carried out solely by the Afghan military, was a demonstration of the ANA’s military capability and high-level planning.
The timing of the exercise is important as it follows on from...
This document provides details of actions to improve NHS data and information as part of the NHS Procurement Development Programme, which aims to help the NHS save £1.5 billion by the financial year...
Updated: Updated 2014 version of exporting to Luxembourg guide.
A detailed guide on doing business in and with Luxembourg. The guide contains information on:
challenges of doing business in Luxembourg...
Updated: Updated to replace file with May 2014 list of current consents.
List of sites with active consents for Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) to be released for research and development purposes...
Two vaccine brands – Infanrix IPV Hib and Boostrix-IPV – are being introduced into the national routine immunisation schedule in 2014, alongside Infanrix IPV and Repevax.
This poster shows who they are...
Details of Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) expenditure over £25,000.
The complete schedule includes the Boostrix-IPV and Infanrix Hib IPV vaccines, available from summer 2014.
Corporate hospitality received by board members and staff of the Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA).
In December 2010, the UK government published 2 Frameworks for Results setting out its commitment to accelerate progress on addressing the international challenges of malaria and Reproductive Maternal and Newborn...
Updated: Spreadsheet updated.
Post-opening funding allows schools to cover essential initial costs, such as buying books and equipment, and to meet the costs arising as the school builds up its cohorts ...
The UK Government has undertaken a major programme of analysis to explain the benefits of being part of the UK and to examine the implications of independence.
This booklet summarises the findings and...
The notes explain which form to use:
WR165 transfer the whole of a licence to abstract or impound water WR166 apportion a full or transfer abstraction licence
Use this form if you want to:
transfer the whole of an abstraction or impoundment licence from one person to anotherIt is not possible to transfer a temporary abstraction licence.
Read guidance...
Use this form if you want to:
share an existing abstraction licence between two or more personsIt is not possible to share an impoundment licence or a temporary abstraction licence.
Read guidance...
Updated: Added the 'Government decision on the moorland rate' document.
This consultation is seeking views on how we should implement the next round of the Common Agriculture Policy (CAP) in England for...
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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Updated: Updated the social mobility indicator document, for the proportion of 18 to 24 year olds with a gap measure, to include the latest 4 years of trend data from 'Understanding Society, the UK Household ...
The following projects are listed in volume 17 of 2013:
mechanisms of ageing (covering lifespan, health span, metabolism, diet) understanding liver injury and disease (covering fibrosis, myofibroblast...
The following projects are listed in volume 16 of 2013:
reducing the environmental impact of methane emissions (covering sheep, cattle, forages, grazing) understanding brain systems (covering addictive...
Updated: Updated links and various wording updates to reflect publication changes.
Official statistics published by the Home Office are based on two main sources, data gathered from statistical surveys, ...
Updated: Updated links and various wording updates to reflect publication changes.
This statement describes how the Home Office, Ministers, Private Offices, policy areas, Special Advisors, press offices...
Updated: Updated links and various wording updates to reflect publication changes.
This compliance statement sets out the position in the Home Office and its agencies, taking account of the principles and...
British Swimming, UK Sport and the English Institute of Sport launch new talent ID campaign
Mortality figures for causes of death that are considered avoidable in the presence of timely and effective healthcare or public health interventions (avoidable mortality). Figures are presented for England and ...
To view the BFG Fuel Coupon prices for May 2014, Restriction of the use of BFG Fuel Coupons on German Autobahns, and the new BGF Fuel card. Please click on "read more"
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To have a look at some of the 200 Sigs & 20 Armoured Brigades forth coming events, click on "Read more"
The Chief Secretary to the Treasury Danny Alexander has today (Wednesday 7 May) written to Scottish government Finance Minister John Swinney to challenge the lack of analysis in the Scottish government...
Earlier this year I visited Shanghai to see why they were number 1 in maths education - why there is virtually no difference in performance between girls and boys or those from low and high income backgrounds...
The Hate Crime Action Plan documents the government’s work to tackle hate crime.
A report on the progress made in the past 2 years has been published. Achievements include: better education ...
Updated: Included statement on Foreign Secretary visit to Ukraine
This page brings together the latest statements and articles from the government on the situation in Ukraine:
Foreign Office travel...
Our Galaxy’s magnetic field is revealed in a new image from Europe’s Planck satellite. This image was compiled from the first all-sky observations of ‘polarised’ light emitted by interstellar dust in the Milky...
The events in Glasgow, Mons in Belgium, and London form a key part of the Government’s centenary programme, and will take place across August 4th, the 100th anniversary of the date war was declared.
Culture...
Marian Cree (in Belfast) and Simon Harris (in Cardiff) join the organisation today, to add to the appointment of Sheila Scobie as Head of the Team and CMA Representative in Scotland. Sheila joins the office in...
They were gathered to celebrate that in February 2014 India was officially declared polio-free, having successfully immunised tens of millions of children every year since 1995. This incredible achievement means...
Updated: Added flood representative details
Government departments, local authorities and agencies are working together to do everything they can to help communities recover from the extreme weather during...
Let me start by thanking you all for your concerted efforts over the winter period. Speculation about a crisis proved misplaced as the A&E target was met in the last quarter, maintaining excellent performance...
Updated: Added winner #13: Margaret Armiger
The following people were given a Points of Light award in May 2014 (the numbering continues from April’s winners):
9. Amir Cheema (Bristol)For...
Updated: Updated tables 1000, 1004, 1006, 1008, 1009 and 1011.
Live tables Table 1000: additional affordable homes provided by type of scheme, EnglandMS Excel...
Updated: Change in Consular fee wef 12 May 2014
A full list of Consular fees
In this meeting, CoRWM reported on meetings that took place with the Natural and Environmental Research Council (NERC), Scottish Government Higher Activity Waste (HAW) Strategy Board. CoRWM signed off their 2014...
Updated: We have now published the tool for financial benchmarking for colleges funded by the Skills Funding Agency and Education Funding Agency for the 2012 to 2013 academic year.
The data used in this...
Updated: added Amendment 16 – 19 to Clause 50 Schedule 8: Venture capital trusts
The government tabled the following amendments during Public Bill Committee of Finance Bill 2014. These are accompanied by...
The Ministers’ visits come in an important year for the promotion of two of the UK’s priority sectors in Malaysia: Transport and Retail Fashion.
Updated: Force published: Additional Transparency reports for December 2013
The government is committed to setting new standards for transparency so the public can more easily see how and where taxpayers...
The following projects are listed in volume 14 of 2013:
assessment of mechanisms of stroke induced impairments in rodents (covering stroke, dementia, depression, recovery) practical course in microvascular...
The following projects are listed in volume 15 of 2013:
pharmacokinetic studies for research (covering drug metabolism, DMPK) disregulation of skin homeostasis (covering wound healing, inflammation, diabetes...
Building your own house is a more affordable way to provide a family home Planning Minister Nick Boles told eager self-builders at Grand Designs Live today (6 May 2014).
Self-build and custom build - ...
The Highways Agency will be resurfacing a 200-metre section of the carriageway as well as replacing road markings, high friction surfacing and traffic detection loops.
The work takes place from 8pm to...
This issue contains information about:
Universal Credit expanding into the north west Universal Credit supporting people back to work Local Support Services Framework (LSSF) Public Services Network...
Presents information on selected building materials, including monthly data on price indices, bricks, cement and concrete blocks. It also includes quarterly data on sand and gravel, slate, concrete roofing tiles...
Updated: uploaded latest version of decisions
The Environment Agency publish a monthly report that contains all the environmental permit decisions that have been made for the previous month.
You...
Updated: Updated the Tech Levels list.
The third annual list of non-GCSE qualifications that will count in the key stage 4 performance tables. This list applies to courses taught from September 2014 and...
The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.
These notices explain:
...
The Public Health Outcomes Framework (PHOF) data update for May 2014 has been published by Public Health England (PHE).
The data are presented in an interactive data tool that allows users to view...
The Residential Support Scheme is intended to help support students aged 16 to 18 with the costs of living away from home to study because the provision is not available locally.
This guide provides information...
Updated: Added update on VAT on invoices from NHS Property Services
NHS foundation trust finance staff should use this guidance, which is updated regularly, to do their work.
Updated: New HTML guide uploaded.
A detailed guide on doing business in and with Colombia. The guide contains information on:
challenges of doing business in Colombia benefits and growth potential...
Updated: Updated guide.
A detailed guide on doing business in and with France. The guide contains information on:
challenges of doing business in France benefits and growth potential of the market...
Updated: Updated document clarifies the compulsory school age.
This departmental advice is for:
local authorities school admission authorities parents of summer-born childrenIt relates to ...
This document provides details of actions to improve NHS data and information as part of the NHS Procurement Development Programme, which aims to help the NHS save £1.5 billion by the financial year...
Building your own house is a more affordable way to provide a family home Planning Minister Nick Boles told eager self-builders at Grand Designs Live today (6 May 2014).
Self-build and custom build - ...
Jarsan Limited and Thomas Edward Jones had previously pleaded guilty on 16 April 2014 for offences relating to the operation of a regulated facility without an Environmental Permit in a rural part of Shropshire...
Updated: New Youtube video added.
DVLA warns that when applying online for your driving licence or to tax your vehicle, you should always make sure you use the official GOV.UK site.
DVLA has been...
At the launch of a new campaign to boost participation in science, technology, engineering and maths (the ‘STEM’ subjects) at school and beyond, the government today welcomed over 170 leading businesses and institutions...
Weekly prices of unleaded petrol and diesel
Provides information on selected building materials and contains monthly data on price indices, bricks, cement and concrete blocks; and quarterly data on sand and gravel, slate, concrete roofing tiles and ready-...
The Government have laid before Parliament the Local Government Pension Scheme (Offender Management)
Regulations 2014. These amending regulations will protect the pensions of both existing and former probation...
The supplement to the 2014 report of the Armed Forces Pay Review Body (AFPRB) making recommendations
on the pay of service medical and dental officers has been published today. I wish to express my thanks...
On 13 September 2013 I announced to Parliament through a written ministerial statement—Official Report, column 69WS—the commencement of the triennial review of the Scientific Advisory Committee on...
My Rt hon Friend the Minister for Business and Energy (Michael Fallon) has today made the following Statement.
I am today publishing the Government’s Response to the Stage 2 Consultation on the UK...
My right hon Friend the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government (Eric Pickles) made the following Written Ministerial Statement on 28 April when the House of Commons returned from its Easter Recess...
My right honourable Friend Minister of State for Schools (David Laws MP) made the following announcement:
I am today announcing plans for a second phase of the Priority School Building Programme.
...
My Rt hon Friend the Minister of State for Business and Energy (Michael Fallon) has today made the following statement.
I want to update the House on matters concerning UK Coal Production Ltd.
The...
The EU Foreign Affairs Council (Trade) will take place in Brussels on 8 May 2014. Lord Livingston will represent the UK on all the issues on the agenda.
The substantive items on 8 May will be:
Negotiations...
On 6 June this year the United Kingdom, along with its friends and allies, will commemorate the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings—the largest amphibious landing the world has ever seen. The landings...
My Hon friend, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Culture, Sport, Tourism and Equalities (Helen Grant) made the following statement on Wednesday 30 April:
The 2005 Gambling Act was introduced...
My hon Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Department of Health (Dr Dan Poulter) made the following written ministerial statement on 1 May.
Today the Government has published the Health Education...
My hon friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Department of Health (Jane Ellison) has made the following written ministerial statement.
The Government has taken the decision to cease certain...
My Hon friend, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Culture, Sport, Tourism and Equalities (Helen Grant) made the following statement on Thursday 1 May:
I am pleased to announce today that Government...
My rt hon Friend the Secretary of State for the Home Department (Theresa May) has today made the following Written Ministerial Statement:
On 27 March 2012 I announced in Parliament, through a written Ministerial...
My Rt hon Friend the Minister for Universities and Science (David Willetts) has today made the following statement.
I have tasked the National Measurement Office (NMO) to provide policy support to Ministers...
My Rt hon Friend the Minister for Universities and Science (David Willetts) has today made the following statement.
Together with my Rt Hon Friend, the Minister of State for Europe and NATO (David Lidington...
My Hon Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government (Brandon Lewis) made the following Written Ministerial Statement on 1 May 2014.
Under the last Administration...
My right hon Friend the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government (Eric Pickles) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement.
This Coalition Government has reformed the planning process...
My Rt hon Friend the Minister of State for Business and Energy (Michael Fallon) has today made the following statement.
Today my Right hon Friend the Deputy Prime Minister will announce that 50 projects...
My honourable Friend Minister of State for Skills and Enterprise (Matthew Hancock MP) made the following announcement.
As part of plans to reform the education and skills systems we need better support ...
Updated: Added the Welsh version.
This month’s edition includes:
backlogs - what’s the latest? tips for filling the form in reducing e-bulk disputes care of address for overseas applicants <...
Updated: Both guidance documents updated.
The 2008 guidance explains the Batteries and Accumulators (Placing on the Market) Regulations 2008 and the compliance requirements affecting the design and...
Updated: Added Children and young people's health outcomes forum response to the Health Education England mandate refresh.
These are responses from the Children and Young People’s Health Outcomes Forum...
A County Durham firm has been fined after a worker suffered serious injuries to his hand when it was caught in the rollers of a glue machine with a broken safety guard.
Avoidable mortality statistics - deaths caused by certain conditions which should not occur in the presence of timely and effective health care or through wider public health interventions.
Weekly prices of unleaded petrol and diesel
Provides information on selected building materials and contains monthly data on price indices, bricks, cement and concrete blocks; and quarterly data on sand and gravel, slate, concrete roofing tiles and ready-...