Updated: Updated with information about the winner: Medmerry.
An innovative flood defence project in Sussex has won the prestigious Prime Minister’s Better Public Building Award that celebrates all round...
Diversity - FOI black, asian and minority ethnic (BAME) diversity in the civil service; including how many active schemes to improve diversity does Defra have within the workplace and how many shemes to encourage...
She was formally appointed at a Privy Council this evening (October 8) and will take up her new post from tomorrow.
Under the terms of the BBC Royal Charter, the appointment of the BBC Trust Chairman ...
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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FOI ref 0019-14 gives a table of visits William Hague made to other Foreign Secretaries in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Turkey, Kuwait, Jordan, Singapore, Malaysia...
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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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 action against education institutions factsheet
If the visa you are applying for asks you to prove your English language ability, you should use the approved English Language tests list...
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: Added revised version of SME action plan.
The MOD values the important contribution small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), make to the MOD both as direct suppliers and as participants in the...
Updated: New country information and guidance on violence against women, 8 October 2014.
Country information and guidance reports are used by UK Visas and Immigrations officials to make decisions in asylum...
Use this guide to find details of all our undefended decisions
Pre 2014 undefended decisions can be found via National Archives
Updated: Added latest (October) results.
On 11 February 2011 the Prime Minister, along with Francis Maude, the Minister for the Cabinet Office and Baroness Eaton of the Local Government Group, launched ...
Updated: Answers to questions 6, 7 and 8 updated to take account of further clarification of the Commission guidance on double funding.
This document provides the latest information on the ‘greening double...
Arts Council England announces changes to its Artistic Assessment programme
The Human Tissue Authority has issued guidance to its human application and organ donation and transplant sectors to mitigate risk of transmission of the Ebola virus.
Greg Clark, Minister for Universities, Science and Cities, will join up with councils and businesses from across the South West to sign the £270.3 million Heart of the South West Growth Deal. ...
Defence Secretary Michael Fallon laid out the measures at an emergency COBR committee meeting today, chaired by the Prime Minister, to discuss the UK’s response to the Ebola crisis which is being led by...
On 25 September 2014 a delegation of senior metrology officials from the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ), China National Institute of Metrology, China Metrology...
A Number 10 spokesperson said:
The Prime Minister chaired a COBR meeting on Ebola this afternoon. The attendees included the Chancellor, Home Secretary, Defence Secretary, Health Secretary, Transport...
Updated: Added recipient 127: Fifi Kara.
The following people were given a Points of Light award in October 2014 (the numbering continues from September’s winners):
122. Mark Heath (Cambridgeshire...
Working with Natural England and other partners, the Environment Agency has developed a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) for the River Clun Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The NMP identifies sources of nutrients...
Working with Natural England and other partners, the Environment Agency has developed a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) for the River Wye Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
The NMP identifies sources...
This document has been developed in partnership between the National Offender Management Service (NOMS), NHS England and PHE.
Updated: Corrected German pledge.
This document lists a summary of pledges made at the conference.
Updated: Update to map to show division in stretch from Newport Bridge to North Gare
See the Filey Brigg to North Gare page for more information about the work being carried out on this stretch of coast...
Updated: Welsh version added.
This guide gives details of the information held on the index map and advice on how to apply for an official search. It is aimed at conveyancers and members of the public.
Application number: 508Agility UK Limited objected to the name used by Agility Group (GB) Limited under the Companies Act 2006.
This decision was defended. ‘Defended’ refers to decisions where there...
Updated: SFA; payments and data page updated 8 October 2014
This is the latest information on payments and Individualised Learner Record (ILR) data collection. This ensures that colleges, training organisations...
Updated: Answers to questions 7 and 8 updated to take account of further clarification of the Commission guidance on double funding.
This document provides the latest information on the ‘greening double...
In this issue:
Final Data Collection 2013 to 2014: Opens 10 October Funding Rules: Survey New Post-occupancy Evaluation Documents New Cost Model Document: Capital Projects Year-end Adult Skills...
This publication provides general information only. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate, but it is not a full and authoritative statement of the law and you should not rely on...
FOI ref 0714-14 gives a weather record sent by FCO representatives in Diego Garcia for the period 01 June 2014 to 15 July 2014
Use this guide to find details of all our defended decisions
Pre 2014 defended decisions can be found via National Archives
FOI ref 0768-14 gives information about language skills of UK based staff and a table giving the percentage of UK based staff that speak specific languages
FOI ref 0167-14 provides a table giving number of rape and sexual assault cases and complaints received 2004 to 2014. The response gives reasons for complaints and action taken
Updated: Added Addendum to Information Note December 2013
Relief from stamp duty and stamp duty reserve tax: securities traded on recognised growth marketsThe government is planning to relieve from stamp...
Updated: Added issue 10.
The LAESI document provides information for the emergency services, local authorities and Health authorities on contingency arrangements to be implemented in the unlikely event ...
Updated: Welsh version added.
This guide also discusses the emergence of the Islamic bond or sukuk market.
Updated: June 2014This edition replaces the August 2010 edition. Section 1.1 has been...
Updated: updated list for October 2014
Each organisation in central government (Department, Agency, Trading Fund, NHS body, NDPB or Arm’s Length Body) must have an Accounting Officer - usually the senior...
Updated: new edition of newsletter
OISC produces this series of newsletters to update immigration advisers about best practice, training and prosecutions.
The NIO Equality Scheme is a summary of any Consultations, Screening Exercise’s and Equality Impact Assessments the Department has undergone during the period 01/01/2014-30/06/2014.
To request a hard ...
Major digital artwork will light up River Derwent this autumn
ONS receives award from British businesses
ONS confirmed at its Economic Forum in London today that it would introduce a new release bringing together a set of indicators of economic well-being for the UK
Paderborn Station held their second Community Market at the Paderborn Community Hub, Sennelager on Thu 02 Oct. Support agencies, within the station, were gathered under one roof to provide the opportunity...
Do you have any books lying around which you have read? Sennelager Library will be holding a book swap event on 18 Nov at 1100hrs. All are welcome.
Following his visit to Gaza on Monday, Mr Ellwood today met President Mahmoud Abbas, Prime Minister Rami Al-Hamdallah and Foreign Affairs Minister Riyad Al-Malki. They discussed Palestinian and international...
Some driving examiners who are members of the Public and Commercial Service union are planning to take strike action on Wednesday 15 October 2014.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is doing...
Updated: Page updated to reflect application deadline.
Please note that the application deadline for this vacancy has now passed.
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Five employer-led project groups in the UK offsite construction industry are coming together to look at innovative ways to tackle current skills shortages. Co-funded by the UK Commission for Employment and Skills...
We would like to remind you that legislation was introduced on 2 October 2014 for changes to cracked trial graduated fees for advocates in elected either way cases.
This concerns cases which were deemed...
Changes have been implemented in Practice Direction 25B to introduce standards for expert witnesses acting in family matters involving disputes about children.
What we pay forSubject to any order made...
Changes are being made to family mediation funding which we expect to come into effect on 3 November 2014 and will affect financially ineligible parties.
Why is this happening?The changes are because...
On 8 October the MMO was notified by the High Court that they have granted permission for a judicial review to proceed on the MMO’s decision to grant a marine licence for dredging at Her Majesty’s Naval Base ...
Revised design approval certificate for military aircraft and airborne equipment for the JADTEU team.
Updated: Added a signed pledge for Denchi Power Ltd.
About the corporate covenantThe corporate covenant is a voluntary pledge made by organisations who wish to demonstrate their concrete support for the...
Updated: Added a signed pledge for Building Forces.
About the corporate covenantThe corporate covenant is a voluntary pledge made by organisations who wish to demonstrate their concrete support for the...
The World Bank Group (WBG) is consistently identified as amongst the most effective development agencies by DFID and others, and is a key development partner for the UK. Its global scale, expertise and mission...
The Environment Agency welcomes support from businesses, communities and organisations. You can use the campaign materials online and in your communications, and to share with customers and networks.
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Updated: Updated Livestock (store stock, England & Wales) dataset with September data.
Prices for selected agricultural and horticultural produce are published on a weekly or monthly basis in the following...
This paper explains the changes to the preferential status of the ACP countries affected by the amendment of the MAR by EU Regulation 527/2013 with effect from 1 October 2014.
Updated: Added number to call to order HSA4 form
Under the terms of the Abortion Act 1967, as amended by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology 1990, only a registered practitioner can terminate a pregnancy...
Updated: Revised pdf and dataset uploaded with a correction to a chart.
This annual publication provides a round-up of statistics on food covering the economic, social and environmental aspects of the food...
Circuses FOI: request for copies of the inspection reports and associated paperwork for Peter Jolly’s Circus and Circus Mondao for inspections carried out since 18 October 2013.
UKTI and the China-Britain Business Council launch the largest ever promotion of British retail brands in South China.
Updated: Updated guidance to stress the importance of having a FINAL response that mentions ICE before contacting ICE.
These publications explain how the Independent Case Examiner (ICE) acts as an impartial...
The Skills Funding Agency has also released the following data and documents supporting the 2012 to 2013 success rates reports.
LARA HierarchyThe LARA Hierarchy file of leaning aims found in ...
Professor Dame Julia King’s visit caps a busy month for UK climate diplomacy which has cemented our position as Taiwan’s partner of choice in this area. Thanks to our relationships with key stakeholders, both...
Updated: HPR 8(38) news report on data to end-August added
Laboratory reports from the enhanced surveillance programme for Bordetella Pertussis infection (whooping cough) in England, operated by Public ...
Decision reference: ADA2805
Type of decision: objection to admission arrangements - partially upheld
School type: academy
School phase: secondary
Local authority: Bournemouth borough...
Under a new framework agreement (Procurement 2), the Cabinet Office plans to purchase identity proofing and verification services from identity providers for GOV.UK Verify.
We have published this draft...
FOI ref 0841-14 gives a link to information about the government wine cellar including the 2013 to 2014 government wine cellar annual statement and the latest copy of the government hospitality stock list. The...
FOI ref 0687-14 provides information on outsourced facilities management services and contracts for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) estate. The estate includes FCO buildings in London and Northamptonshire...
FOI ref 0796-14 provides an organisation structure for the human resources and finance departments of Wilton Park, an executive agency of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. Under Section 40 of the Freedom ...
Freedom of information request response regarding correspondence over the last 6 months, between OUGO and UKOOG, Cuadrilla, EA and DEFRA relating to the government consultation on underground drilling access.
Updated: added the Audit and Risk committee annual report for 2013-14
The Audit and Risk Committee provide advise the Department of Health’s Principal Accounting Officer and the Departmental Board on:
Updated: Appeals to the Appointed person hearings scheduled for 17 November 2014, 25 November 2014 and 23 January 2015 added.
These documents are updated regularly to highlight the trade marks hearings ...
Updated: Register updated
This register is available to the public and lists direct and indirect financial interests which members of the public could reasonably think may influence judgement. It also includes...
Updated: Form updated to include correct contact details.
An Evidence Project Final Report must be completed for all projects.
The information collected on this form will be stored electronically...
FOI ref 0780-14 gives the budget allocated to the Jubilee programme from 2012 to 2015. Responsibility for managing the funding is delegated to the Governor’s offices in the Overseas Territories so no records...
Updated: Updated the office locations list.
This document lists all British Forces Post Office (BFPO) locations, together with their respective numbers and their postcodes.
Related information
New festival of sound and music launches in Lincoln
Courtyard hosts third Remember Me event for Dementia Awareness Week
New talent ID programme launches with partnership of UK Sport, the British Army and the EIS
This public interest report, by PKF Littlejohn LLP, relates to Dalton Holme Parish Council’s failure to prepare an Annual Return about its finances and governance for the year ended 31 March 2014
This public interest report, by PKF Littlejohn LLP, relates to Wormingford Parish Council’s failure to prepare an Annual Return about its finances and governance for the year ended 31 March 2014.
We talk about the significance of the treaty being signed by 50 states and why is it so important to the British government. We discuss the role of NGOs, why industry is interested and what happens now that the...
The HIVE Europe Christmas Guide 2014 is available now.
An interesting insight into German Christmas Tradiitions and Market dates.
A chance comment from Major Martin Waters (now retired) back in 2005 in the NATO Mess on Normandy Barracks, saw the vision of Frau Irene Bröckling come to birth. Her dream of running a Waldkindergarten...
The annual AFF Roadshow was held in the Tigers Den, Barker Barracks on Wed 01 Oct. This was an opportunity for questions across a range of subjects to asked directly to the Chain of Command and AFF...
Paderborn Station held their second Community Market at the Paderborn Community Hub, Sennelager on Thu 02 Oct. Support agencies, within the station, were gathered under one roof where personnel were...
The Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg, has today announced that treatment for mental health conditions will be brought into line with other NHS services with the introduction of the first ever waiting time...
Figures published today reveal that the UK is the third largest film market in the world, and its talent, locations and facilities are more in demand than ever before. The latest available statistics show that...
Previous award winners include the Tate Modern and the Velodrome at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The award will be presented at the British Construction Industry Awards ceremony in Park Lane, London. It ...
Ladies and Gentlemen, Last July, Prime Minister David Cameron visited Astana. At that time, he announced plans to make it easier for some Kazakhstani businesses to visit the UK. Today I’m delighted to launch ...
The Royal Air Force aircraft have flown further missions to assist the Iraqi government in its fight against ISIL.
Last night, 2 Tornado GR4s were tasked to support the Iraqi Army. Brimstone missiles...
The areas, all in England, will be included in the government’s Ending Gang and Youth Violence programme after they requested access to the scheme’s resources and expertise.
They join 33 areas already...
The first new nuclear power station in a generation has moved an important step closer, as the European Commission announced that it has approved the Hinkley Point C State aid case.
New nuclear power...
The European Commission’s Annual Enlargement Package, which contains the EU’s Enlargement Strategy 2014-15 and Country Progress Reports for each enlargement country, was published on 8 October.
Responding...
Updated: Update of the unclaimed list
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...
Updated: New SFA qualification success rates business rules version 4 uploaded 8 October 2014.
The business rules document outlines in detail the approach to calculating the results and lists the key changes...
Updated: Updated with response to the consultation on converting SAP/RdSAP 2012 CO2e to SAP/RdSAP 2009 CO2 emissions.
The proposals contained in The Future of the Energy Company Obligation consultation...
Response to FOI request for information on the number of filmed press interviews for Minister Matt Hancock which were accepted between the period 4th August 2014 until 11th September 2014; and for the period ...
NERC-funded scientists have contributed to a major new international report showing unequivocally that ocean acidification will have significant consequences for marine life, and in turn human society.
Family Arts Festival 2014 – fun for all the family in the East and South East!
Family Arts Festival 2014 – fun for all the family across London!
Rural Payments Agency (RPA) must receive any RLE1 forms notifying it of a transfer of entitlements by midnight on 21 October and the effective date of transfer stated on the form must be on or before 3 December...
The Treasury Solicitor’s Department is recruiting for qualified lawyers to work in a number of positions. We are looking for experienced and newly qualified lawyers to work in our Litigation Group and a number...
This letter sets out the remit from the Welsh Government to the DDRB for 2015-16.
Updated: Figures added for September 2014
These figures are based on the annual gross income reported by charities in their annual returns.
Annual gross income differs from the total incoming resources...
Updated: Added new FOI responses for copy of Strategic Energy report, non-scs employees, report on drug misuse, army dress regulations, Late Entry army personnel, convictions in civilian justice system, RMAS...
Updated: An update to the statement.
Official statistics published by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) are based on two main sources: data gathered from statistical surveys, and data ...
Updated: Additions to the overarching documents of the Serious Crime Bill
Overarching documents which belong to the Serious Crime Bill.
Return to the main page of the Serious Crime Bill.
Updated: updated register
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.
Updated: updated register
This document lists Tier 4 sponsors. It includes information about the category of students they’re licensed to sponsor and their sponsorship rating.
The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).
This decision includes the permit and decision document for:
Operator name: Mr K Hern, Mrs...
The Environment Agency publish surrenders that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).
This decision includes the surrender notice and decision document for:
Operator name: Hydrodec...
The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).
This decision includes the permit and decision document for:
Operator name: Biffa Waste Services...
This is definitive joint guidance from the National Police Lead for Children and Young People and the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales on the expected minimum core functions that the youth offending ...
The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).
This decision includes the permit and decision document for:
Operator name: Hoseley Farms ...
Updated: Update on the work by GDS to prevent websites making misleading claims.
DVLA warns that when applying online for your driving licence or to tax your vehicle, you should always make sure you use...
Six nights of work – between 8pm and 6am each night – will start on Monday (13 October) along the westbound section of the dual carriageway between Meathop Roundabout and the junction with the B5721 Cartmel Road...
The Highways Agency is spending £600,000 to re-waterproof and resurface the carriageway around junction 15 of the M56 at Stoak Interchange where the motorway links to the M53.
Highways Agency...
These are notices which appear for a limited number of weeks.
They include Intellectual Property policy announcements and recent additions to the British Library.
Updated: Added 'Draft participant agreement' and 'Handbook clarifications'.
These documents support the DECC EDR pilot. The EDR pilot scheme is now closed for expressions of interest. We will acknowledge...
This report shows what action the government is taking to provide better access to care in mental health services within the next year, including national waiting time standards for the first time. It also sets...
Updated: Added the pre-access list for 3 October 2014.
This is a list of the individuals who currently have pre-release access to MOD’s key national and official statistics. The list includes the titles...
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.
Updated: Added 2 new adverts Hornbill School, Brunei and Akrotiri School, Cyprus
A list of current Service Children’s Education teaching vacancies.
Related information Civil Service jobs website...
Updated: Table 0107 updated to include monthly data for August 2014.
Table SPAS0101UK international sea passengers by port: annual from 1950 (MS Excel Spreadsheet, 91KB)
Table SPAS0102...
Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Thank you. It is a pleasure to be at the launch of this exciting new series of events promoting greater ties between East and West.
Alok, I know you have been the driving force into putting this idea ...
To book a place please pop into our office in Loseke Community Centre, our office opening hours are Monday to Friday 0900hrs-1300hrs.
A Football match between local British and German soldiers to commemorate the World War 1 Centenary.
Dear All,
Regretfully, the relaunch of Home-Start Paderborn groups has been delayed again due to the ongoing building works in the Village Hall, Arndt Strasse.
The groups will resume as...
We don’t recognise the figure used in the Daily Mail article on 7 October saying that government subsidies for the conversion of Drax’s coal-burning furnaces to biomass ones will put £23 on annual...
new waiting time standards and 5-year plan to bring treatment for mental health problems on a par with physical health, and end years of discrimination £120 million to improve mental health services...
Updated: Update on the work by GDS to prevent websites making misleading claims.
DVLA warns that when applying online for your driving licence or to tax your vehicle, you should always make sure you use...
IntroductionAlmost ten years ago, on my first visit to Kyoto, I was awestruck to be introduced to a tree – a Bonsai tree – that was over 900 years old. I recall being allowed to hold it, and the monks’ calm ...
Road marking, road stud and resurface work will take place overnight, between 8pm and 6am, and will take place in two phases.
Highways Agency project manager, Sujad Hussain, said:
This is ...
The project is entering a new phase from today (Wednesday 8 October) with all running lanes restored to the A57 and M67 onto the roundabout with the M60 at junction 24.
A lane of the westbound M67 onto...
new waiting time standards and 5-year plan to bring treatment for mental health problems on a par with physical health, and end years of discrimination £120 million to improve mental health services...