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10 October 2014

Speech: "This is not an African problem, it is a global problem and it requires a global response."
seen at 22:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

We welcome the opportunity to contribute to this timely discussion on the fight against Ebola. As Special Representative Tony Banbury said: “No one can do this alone.”

I was asked to set out what the ...

News story: Villiers welcomes significant explosives find in Co Fermanagh
seen at 21:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Speaking earlier this evening, Ms Villiers said:

I welcome the efforts of the PSNI which has resulted in a significant find of explosives and other terrorist materiel. Their actions have undoubtedly...

FOI release: FOI responses released by MOD: week commencing 6 October 2014
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new FOI responses for Sharks display team accident, British Army shortfall figures, Royal Artillery overpayments, courses for civilian life, Knife and clasp, Defenc conditions.

Ministry of...

Policy paper: Future control room services scheme: summary national picture of fire and rescue authority improvement plans (October 2014 update)
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This report provides a revised high-level national summary of the improvements being made by each project, delivery timescales and projected savings. It also explains how the fire and rescue authorities will ...

Guidance: Industrial strategy explained
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Industrial Strategy leaflet has been updated.

The industrial strategy is a long-term, whole-of-government approach to support economic growth. This booklet sets out the 5 main strands of the...

Guidance: Accessing register data under the Energy Performance of Buildings Regulations 2012
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated guidance.

This Energy Performance Certificate data guidance is aimed at authorised recipients and describes the processes for obtaining the data in bulk.

It describes who ...

Guidance: UKCES Futures Programme: FAQ
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to add FAQs for the third competition, progression pathways in the retail and hospitality sectors.

This document contains answers to common questions about the UK Futures Programme and...

Guidance: Foreign embassies in the UK
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with October London Heads of Mission in order of precedence list

The London Diplomatic List contains the addresses and contact details of all Embassies and High Commissions. It also lists...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 8 (2014)
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(39) news added

Health Protection Report (HPR) is a weekly bulletin containing a digest of health protection news and regular reporting from Public Health England on infections (routine microbiological...

Guidance: Civil Service employee policy: guide to job sharing
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Civil Service promotes job sharing as a flexible working option, aiming to develop as a modern workplace that embraces smarter working.

This documents contains guidance for departmental Human Resources...

Correspondence: Rotherham council children’s services: direction to improve
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added copy of the final direction and accompanying letter from the Secretary of State.

Secretary of State for Education Nicky Morgan writes to Rotherham metropolitan borough council with an accompanying...

Guidance: Firefighters’ pension scheme reforms
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added letter to firefighters (10 October 2014).

These documents provide details of the firefighters’ pension scheme from 2015. Further details on the core parameters for reforms to the firefighters...

Research and analysis: Salmonella infections (faecal specimens) in England and Wales: laboratory reports 2014
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(39) added

For previous data see the archive of older reports.

Research and analysis: Foodborne illness in humans: general outbreaks in England and Wales in 2014
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(39) added

An outbreak is an incident in which two or more people, thought to have a common exposure, experience a similar illness or proven infection (at least one of them having been ill...

Research and analysis: Common gastrointestinal infections in England and Wales: laboratory reports in 2014
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(39) added

For previous data see the archive of older reports.

Research and analysis: Less common gastrointestinal infections in England and Wales: laboratory reports in 2014
seen at 18:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(39) added

For previous data see the archive of older reports.

HQ BFG Threat Awareness Notices
seen at 18:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).
HQ BFG Threat Awareness Notice (TAN) 004: Counter Terrorist Personal Security Guidance for Defence Personnel in BFG HQ BFG THREAT AWARENESS NOTICE (TAN) 003 – VIOLENT DEMONSTRATION HQ BFG Threat...
Demonstration in Celle
seen at 18:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

There are unconfirmed reports that a Salafist Demonstration will take place in Celle (exact location not known) on Saturday 11 Oct 14, it is possible that this is linked to an Islamic Preacher who is allegedly...

Hohne Garrison Bonfire Night and Firework Displays
seen at 18:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Wednesday 05 November

 

Hohne: On the field next to the Golf Club

Guy Fawkes Competition: 1730 hrs. Bonfire Lit: 1800 hrs.

 

Fallingbostel: ...

News story: Mental health support in defence
seen at 18:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Ministry of Defence is committed to supporting personnel, their families and veterans who have been affected by mental health issues. For those serving in the armed forces (including mobilised reservists), ...

News story: Points of Light: October 2014 winners
seen at 18:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added recipient 129: Tim McKenna.

The following people were given a Points of Light award in October 2014 (the numbering continues from September’s winners):

122. Mark Heath (Cambridgeshire...
Press release: World Day Against the Death Penalty statement
seen at 18:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added translation

The Minister for Human Rights Baroness Anelay and Baroness Stern said:

It is now 50 years since the last execution took place in the United Kingdom. On World Day Against...

Statutory guidance: Keeping children safe in education
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 'Keeping children safe in education: childcare disqualification requirements - supplementary advice' document.

This statutory guidance is for:

headteachers, teachers and education staff...
Corporate report: OISC corporate plan 2013 to 2016 and business plan 2013 to 2014
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 2014-15 Business Plan was not previously uploaded

The OISC corporate plan is for the period 2013 to 2016. The business plan is for the period 2013 to 2014 and 2014 to 2015. Both plans look at improving...

Guidance: UKCES Futures Programme: application form
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to final version of application form for competition 3, progress and pathways in retail and hospitality.

The UK Futures Programme application forms are hosted on an external site. To complete...

International treaty: [EU] EU/Moldova: Association Agreement on Atomic Energy Community
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Publication Title: Association Agreement between the European Union and the European Atomic Energy Community and their Member States, of the one part, and Moldova, of the other part

Guidance: Boatmasters' (BML) tier 1 level 1
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Syllabus requirements for the issue of boatmasters’ licence tier 1 level 1

Guidance: Boatmasters' (BML) tier 2 level 2
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The syllabus attached will be modified by the MCA examiner to take into account the local area of operation, type of vessel and the equipment onboard the vessel.

Guidance: Boatmasters' (BML) tier 1 level 2
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Syllabus requirements for the issue of Boatmasters’ Licence – Tier 1 Level 2

Notice: RG1 8NA, Balfour Beatty PLC: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 10 October 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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Open consultation: Disclosure review: revision of the Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 Code of Practice
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act 1996 makes provision for this Code of Practice and the current version was published in 2005.

Earlier this year the Magistrates’ Court Disclosure Review...

Decision: St George’s School
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision reference: ADA2801

Type of decision: objection to admission arrangements decision - partially upheld

School type: academy

School phase: secondary

Local authority: Blackpool...

Guidance: Generic risk assessment 3.6: fighting fires using positive pressure ventilation
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

It includes the use of positive pressure ventilation as either a defensive or offensive part of firefighting.

Guidance: Dental contract pilot scheme
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added directions about the rules for payment for the dental contract pilots in 2014 to 2015

These documents cover the statements of financial entitlements, directions and model contract variations...

Notice: TN25 6NH, Mrs Rochelle Godden: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 10 October 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: RG26 5SB, Mr Michael and Mrs Amanda Baker: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 10 October 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: MIN 494 Revalidating a certificate of competency: new requirements for masters and officers
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This MIN extends the validity of the information from MIN 423, with some minor amendments and updates to references.

This notice is for all:

owners operators managers masters officers...
Notice: UK Single Market Centre newsletter: October 2014
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This newsletter highlights practical help available to both UK businesses and citizens wanting to access the Single Market. It tells competent authorities, trade associations and other stakeholders what’s happening...

Guidance: Impact assessment calculator
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Calculator updated October 2014

Provides help for policy officials to calculate the figures needed for their impact assessment. The calculator automatically generates the main figures needed for...

Statistics - national statistics: Special educational needs in England: January 2014
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised main text to the SFR and updated table 25 with correct denominator used for the calculation of national and regional percentages in columns O and R.

This statistical first release (SFR...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Licence variation effective 12 October 2014

Vessel licence variations occur to reflect changes in quota limits and closures or openings of sea areas.

Variations from 2014 from before March...

FOI release: Pay and work rights helpline
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on:

the number of calls the helpline has received each year since 2010 the proportion of calls to the helpline from EU-8 nationals the number of calls to the helpline...
Guidance: Bovine TB: deer and camelid owners compensation payments scheme
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Compensation granted to deer and camelid (defined as any species of South American camelid, including llama, alpaca, vicuna and guanaco) owners in England whose animals are slaughtered as part of a bovine tuberculosis...

Statistics: Prison population figures: 2014
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Prison population bulletin: monthly September 2014 published

Latest prison population figures for 2014.

Earlier editions

Transparency data: New school proposals
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Recently established schools under section 6A' to show the agreed sponsors for the new academies in: Workington, Cumbria; Cranbrook, Devon; Chelmsford, Essex; and Langham, Essex.

‘Local...

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Daily update of the unclaimed estates 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 ...

Consultation outcome: Site delivery fund: invitation to bid
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added link to list of successful bids for a share of the Site Delivery Fund intended to help accelerate starts on housing sites.

The government is making &pound;3 million of grant funding available...

Guidance: Endorsing bodies - Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur)
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of authorised institutions for Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur), October 2014.

List of educational institutions that endorse graduates applying under Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur).

Guidance: Retained firefighters’ pensions calculator and user manual
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated retained firefighters’ pensions calculator: October 2014 and user manual.

Following the introduction of the new modified pension arrangements for retained firefighters in April 2014...

Policy paper: Ex-fire regional control centres: marketing and disposal summary update (October 2014)
seen at 16:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This report provides a 6-monthly update on the significant progress made in reducing costs, and the marketing and disposal of the remaining ex-fire regional control centres.

It summarises the project...

Bolton landlords in court after baby boy suffers carbon monoxide poisoning
seen at 16:30, 10 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Two Bolton landlords have been fined after a four-month-old baby and both his parents were taken to hospital with carbon monoxide poisoning.
Operation Yewtree: No further action to be taken in respect of two men
seen at 16:30, 10 October in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
The Crown Prosecution Service has decided that no further action should be taken against two men investigated by the Metropolitan Police Service as part of Operation Yewtree. The men, aged 65 and 75, were arrested...
German Local Events
seen at 16:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Attractions and events to visit in the local area - October 2014

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School Admissions Process - Stafford
seen at 16:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).
School Admissions Process For Families Relocating to Stafford through the Borona Project

 

This document summarises the arrangements in place to enable families to apply for school places...

Family Friendly Friday
seen at 16:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Members of Catterick Barracks Officers’ Mess (CBOM) and Heepen Officers’ Mess and their families are invited to attend CBOM for the first Family Friendly Friday; the details are below: 17 Oct ...

News story: Civil/crime news: Bar reference group events feedback and responses
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A summary of some of the key issues raised at our Bar reference group events over the summer of 2014 is available to download on this page.

Discussions at the events were across a range of issues. Examples...

Press release: Shortlist for Social Investment Awards announced
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

For the first time, the awards reveal the extent to which UK businesses and people are using social investment to solve social problems and make a difference to communities. They will also help to show investors...

Press release: Official opening of Fazeley flood risk management scheme
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Content of press release corrected to remove reference of Christopher Pincher MP visiting the site on the day of the opening.

On 5 September 2014, the Environment Agency met with the local community...

Press release: Weekend closure of A45 eastbound near Rushden, Northamptonshire
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A 1.5km section of road between the A509 Wilby Way Roundabout and the A5001 Skew Bridge Roundabout will shut at 8pm on Friday 17 October to 6am on Monday 20 October.

Traffic will be diverted via the A509...

Press release: Major improvements on M3 – public invited to find out more
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Under Highways Agency plans, the M3 between junction 2 (where the road meets the M25 in Surrey) to junction 4a (near Farnborough in Hampshire) will be upgraded to a smart motorway, adding a fourth lane in both...

Press release: Overnight resurfacing on A49 between Ashford Bowdler and Woofferton, Shropshire
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The road will be closed in both directions between its junctions with the B4362 and Wheatcommon Lane for three nights from 8pm to 6am.

Traffic will be diverted via the A4117 and A456 or vice versa.

Press release: Improvement work starts at M3 junction 6 Black Dam pinch point near Basingstoke
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The project is part of the Government’s &pound;317 million pinch point programme announced in November 2011. It is part of the biggest programme of road enhancements since the 1970s and will reduce congestion...

Press release: Damaged flood gate secured by Environment Agency and Polperro Harbour Trust
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Environment Agency successfully stabilised the gate ahead of two days of high tides after its owners, Polperro Harbour Trust spotted a problem following several days of storms.

Yesterday engineers...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Yorkshire and the Humber: Weekly summary for Monday 13 October to Sunday 19 October
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

M1 junction 30 (Barlborough) to junction 31 (Aston), South Yorkshire: drainage and barrier work: The hard shoulder will be closed in both directions and there will be narrower lanes and a 50 mph speed limit over...

Press release: £2 million boost to help low-paid retail and hospitality staff
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A competition for retail and hospitality firms to win a share of &pound;2 million to come up with ways of supporting their lower paid staff to increase their earnings opens today (10 October 2014).

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Press release: GPs: ‘Fit for Work will help patients’
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Fit for Work will start later this year to provide an occupational health assessment and health and work advice to employees, employers and GPs to help people return to or stay in work after an illness.

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News story: Area VI and VII skates and rays fishery closed to some vessels
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The closure, from 00.01 on Sunday 12 October, is due to stock exhaustion. It affects under 10 and over 10 metre vessels, both members of producer organisations and non-sector.

The fishery remains open...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 13 - Sunday 19 October 2014
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).
New work

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Ongoing work

M1 J10-10A Luton spur, Bedfordshire Widening: Luton Borough Council is carrying out carriageway re-alignment and construction of a grade separated junction on the approach ...

Press release: New funding will get housebuilding work back on track
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Work on housing sites will get back on track up and down the country thanks to new government funding announced today (10 October 2014) by Housing Minister Brandon Lewis.

The &pound;3 million fund...

Press release: Awards celebrate the drive for diversity in the civil service
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The achievements of ordinary civil servants at the forefront of the drive for greater diversity and equality in the civil service were recognised at a ceremony in central London today.

The 2014 Civil...

Press release: We want your views on the water environment
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Take a moment to think about how much you use or are near water in your everyday life. Did you know that the Environment Agency has set out plans for how water in the South West will be looked after in coming...

Speech: Providing better help and support for mental health services
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thanks

Before I begin I just want to thank the Royal College of Psychiatrists and Professor Sir Simon Wessley for inviting me to speak here today.

I know today you have released your report ...

News story: Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthi awarded Nobel Peace Prize
seen at 16:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

In response to the announcement that Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthi have been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize today, International Development Secretary Justine Greening said:

Malala Yousafzai...

Notice: Request for information: AlSat Nano payload
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

In March 2014 the UK Space Agency (UKSA) and Algerian Space Agency (ASAL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under which the two parties agreed to enhance collaboration in space programmes. A specific...

Guidance: How the deductions from benefit scheme works: a handbook for creditors or suppliers
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published updated guidance and added forms for creditors or suppliers to notify DWP of a change of address or a change of bank details.

The handbook explains how the Third Party Deductions scheme...

Guidance: UKCES Futures Programme: progression pathways in hospitality and retail competition brief
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) alongside the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) are inviting innovative proposals in the hospitality and retail sectors. We seek to co-invest on employer...

Policy paper: DH Accounting Officer: responsibilities statement
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The role of the accounting officer has changed following the implementation of the Health and Social Care Act 2012.

This updated report provides further information on the role in relation to:

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Policy paper: The Growing Places Fund: investing in infrastructure - October 2014 update
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides information on the progress being made by local enterprise partnerships in delivering the Growing Places Fund.

The information is self-reported by all 39 local enterprise partnerships...

Guidance: Malta – Consular Fees
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated consular fees for October

A full list of Consular fees

Correspondence: The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (Shepherds Bush Market Area)
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter on the application for compulsory purchase of land for the purpose of development, redevelopment or improvement.

Policy paper: DH digital strategy update: 2014 to 2015
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Our digital strategy for 2014 to 2015 is to deliver work around 5 themes:

openness simplicity evidence mainstream efficiency
Notice: LEADER Exchange Group Meeting
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The presentations from the last LEADER Exchange group are now available. The minutes will follow shortly.

Background

Defra is currently considering and developing its policy and implementation/delivery...

Guidance: Exporting to Rwanda
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

A detailed guide on doing business in and with Rwanda. The guide contains information on:

challenges of doing business in Rwanda benefits and growth potential of the market trade between the UK and ...
Correspondence: Duncan Selbie's Friday message: 10 October 2014
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

As no one will have missed, many of our staff have been heavily involved in the Ebola response, at home and in West Africa for many months now, and this week we have moved up another gear, following developments...

Statistics - national statistics: HMRC statistics: pre-release access list
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: update 10 October 2014

HM Revenue & Customs maintains a record of all of those who have pre-release access to National Statistics. The persons listed are given pre-release access for the periods...

Form: Maternity Allowance claim form
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the interactive and print versions of the form with October 2014 editions.

Go to www.gov.uk/maternity-allowance for information about eligibility and how to claim.

Transparency data: Military court centres court listings
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new listing for the period 13 to 24 October 2014.

In line with the government’s Transparency and Open Data initiative, the Military Court Service is to publish the court listings for the ...

Guidance: Maths and English conditions of funding post 16
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added a link to the letter from Nick Boles to Ofqual to discuss English and maths functional skills qualifications.

It is a condition of funding from academic year 2014 to 15 for all students...

Guidance: Annual IP crime report: 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The latest IP crime report 2013 to 2014 was published on 10 October 2014. The report highlights current and emerging threats surrounding counterfeiting and piracy, including those conducted via the internet. ...

Guidance: Germany – Prisoner Pack
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated information as of September 2014

This guide aims to explain the legal and prison system to British Nationals who are imprisoned. You can also read about how to apply for a transfer back...

Transparency data: Performance Indicators
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include latest competitive sport and tourism data

Input Indicators

Input indicators show what is being ‘bought’ with public money, i.e. the resources being invested into delivering ...

Policy paper: Medway Estuary and Swale flood and coastal risk management strategy
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This document explains how the Environment Agency is working with local councils, Natural England and local communities to manage the risk of flooding in the Medway and Swale area.

Policy paper: Revenue and Customs Brief 35 (2014): Lok'nStore Group PLC decision on calculating deductible VAT
seen at 14:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Revenue and Customs Brief is a bulletin giving information on developments and changes of interest. They are used to announce changes in policy or to set out the legal background to an issue and have a 6 month...

LSB publishes report on regulatory restrictions on business ownership in the legal sector
seen at 14:30, 10 October in LSB (Our copy).
09 October 2014 - LSB publishes report on regulatory restrictions on business ownership in the legal sector
LSB writes to regulators following most recent meeting of Chairs
seen at 14:30, 10 October in LSB (Our copy).
10 October 2014 - LSB writes to regulators following most recent meeting of Chairs
Home Start Halloween Arts & Crafts
seen at 14:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Come along to Home - Start Paderborn's Arts & Crafts day, Monday 27 Oct from 0900hrs - 1100hrs and  their Halloween Party, Friday 31 Oct 0900hrs - 1100 hrs

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Staffordshire County Council School Admissions Process
seen at 14:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

For families who are relocating to Stafford through the Borona Project, please click on the following link to view Staffordshire County Council's School admissions process: http://content.yudu...

Counter-Terrorist Personal Security Guidance for Defence Personnel in British Forces Germany (as at 3rd October 2014)
seen at 14:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

The threat of a terrorist attack on Defence personnel although unlikely can never be discounted.  The Government’s assessment of this threat has not changed, but it is timely to refresh MoD&rsquo...

News story: Crime news: contract signing launches installation of wi-fi in courts
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Wi-fi for providers and advocates to use in magistrates’ and Crown Court buildings is now being installed following a contract signing between MoJ and BT.

‘Professional court user wi-fi’ is the system...

Press release: World Day Against the Death Penalty statement
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Minister for Human Rights Baroness Anelay and Baroness Stern said:

It is now 50 years since the last execution took place in the United Kingdom. On World Day Against the Death Penalty we reaffirm...

News story: First steel cut on new patrol ships
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The vessels, which will be used by the Royal Navy to undertake various tasks in support of UK interests both at home and abroad, will be built at BAE Systems’ shipyards under a &pound;348 million contract...

News story: Information for DVLA customers as industrial action is planned
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

As a result, it is possible that DVLA may only be able to offer a reduced service and you may experience longer waiting times if trying to contact DVLA by phone or social media.

We apologise for any inconvenience...

News story: Civil news: CCMS update for advocates
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

National roll-out of the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS) is complete, with CCMS now available to all 1,609 providers to use on a voluntary basis.

We have received more than 12,500 applications...

News story: Welsh Secretary: North Wales "a beacon of export success"
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added photo.

In the lead-up to next month’s International Investment Summit in Wales, Stephen Crabb will today (9 October) visit Toyota and ConvaTec in north Wales - two of the most successful ...

Press release: New lease of life for Shepherd's Bush Market
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The decision will bring new life and new customers to the iconic market which has been operating since 1916. The refurbishment will create new look stalls and includes building 200 new homes in the heart of west...

Speech: Growth of the UK space sector
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning.

I have already had a momentous morning as I had the great pleasure of meeting Charlie Bolden - NASA administrator and former astronaut - just before I arrived here.

Meeting...

News story: Civil/crime news: Bar reference group events feedback and responses
seen at 14:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A summary of some of the key issues raised at our Bar reference group events over the summer of 2014 is available to download on this page.

Discussions at the events were across a range of issues. Examples...

Open consultation: Draft flood risk management plans
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

We are seeking views on proposals to reduce flood risk for communities and deal with the impacts of flooding when it does occur. The proposals set out how the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, local...

Notice: Statement from the UK-India Financial Partnership
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Ministry of Finance, India, and HM Treasury are pleased to announce the industry leaders who will direct the partnership between two of the World’s leading Financial Centres.

Guidance: Levels 2 and 3 exams: immigration adviser resource booklet
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to OISC Level 2&3 Exam Resource Booklet - Oct 2014

This booklet contains the information you need for levels 2 and 3 OISC assessment exams.

Guidance: Design approval certificate for military aircraft and airborne equipment
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated summary and description.

The MAA DAOS (Design Approved Organisation Scheme) certificate recognises the organisation’s capability for the design, development certification, modification, ...

Guidance: OISC level 1 exam: resource booklet
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to Level 1 Exam Resource Booklet - October 2014

This booklet contains the information you need for level 1 OISC assessment exams.

Form: Air Warfare Centre: task initiation form
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Air Warfare Centre is the coordinating authority for all air related trials activity. Requests for JADTEU (Joint Air Delivery Test and Evaluation Unit) support should be submitted using the Task initiation...

Guidance: South Midlands and Hertfordshire centre prospectus
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated prospectus.

The South Midlands and Hertfordshire is one of 15 centres in England. This centre is part of the Midlands and East of England region.

Guidance: List of countries and territories that will accept passports extended by 12 months
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated attached list of countries

List of countries and territories that have confirmed they will accept passports that have been extended by 12 months. It is your responsibility to also check...

Guidance: Register of licensed sponsors: students
seen at 11:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated factsheet.

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

Guidance: Register of licensed sponsors: workers
seen at 11:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated factsheet.

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.

Statistical data set: Commodity prices
seen at 11:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added latest banana prices and quantities sold and price of cereals datasets.

Prices for selected agricultural and horticultural produce are published on a weekly or monthly basis in the following...

Guidance: Sale of miscellaneous surplus defence equipment in Cyprus
seen at 11:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bidding and sales details for the sale of the Ramped Landing Craft: Andalsnes.

Bidders wishing to view must email DES-DSA-Germany-Head-Overseas@mod.uk and DESLCSLS-DSA-Commercial@...
Independent report: Local regulation: economic development and regulation
seen at 11:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Economic growth is a critical issue for local authorities and Local Enterprise Partnerships, requiring close working at a local level in order to make best use of the available resources. This is the executive...

Paderborn Station Community Link Officer
seen at 11:30, 10 October in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

 

The new Paderborn Station Community Link Officer Gillian Low, will hold weekly Drop Ins where residents can voice their views, concerns, suggestions or questions in regards to the Station...

Press release: Join over 1,500 antibiotic guardians: choose a pledge today to help tackle antibiotic resistance
seen at 11:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Antibiotic Guardian, an initiative developed by Public Health England (PHE) is urging members of the public and healthcare professionals to join in the campaign and take action and help make sure antibiotics ...

News story: Close-up of boulder Cheops
seen at 11:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The scientific imaging system OSIRIS on board Europe’s Rosetta spacecraft has caught a spectacular glimpse of one of the many boulders that cover the surface of comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. With a maximum...

News story: UK and India launch financial partnership
seen at 11:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury today (Friday 10 October) welcomed the launch of a new Financial Partnership between Britain and India, which will establish closer ties and deepen financial cooperation...

News story: First steel cut on new patrol ships
seen at 11:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The vessels, which will be used by the Royal Navy to undertake various tasks in support of UK interests both at home and abroad, will be built at BAE Systems’ shipyards under a &pound;348 million contract...

Open consultation: Firefighters’ pension scheme 2015: proposals for new governance arrangements
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation on new governance arrangements for the firefighters’ pension scheme in England seeks responses from interested parties on the draft regulations to come into force on 1 April 2015.

The...

Open consultation: Branded medicines: controlling prices
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

We want comments on 2 aspects of the statutory scheme that controls the cost of branded medicines:

Should there be a further reduction in the maximum price of prescription only, branded health service...

Open consultation: Adult social work: knowledge and skills
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

We are asking for views on what social workers who work with adults need to know and be able to do at the end of their first year in practice.

We also want to know if you think the statement will help...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr John Archibald Hyndman
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Secretary of State does not make these decisions herself. They are made by a senior official on the recommendation of an independent panel.

Teacher reference number: 0701658 Teacher’s date...
Statistics: A&E weekly data: week ending 5 October 2014
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.

Research and analysis: Overseas Business Risk - Japan
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This report looks at the intellectual property, organized crime, human rights, bribery and corruption and terrorism risks that UK businesses may face when operating in Japan.

Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2014 reports added.

A monthly summary of the rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the south east of England.

Guidance: SFA: payments and data
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: SFA payments and data page updated 10 October 2014.

This is the latest information on payments and Individualised Learner Record (ILR) data collection. This ensures that colleges, training organisations...

Notice: Environment Agency: application made to impound water
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about which Environment Agency offices...
Open consultation: Tidal Lagoons attached to land
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The addendum has been developed to ensure that existing requirements for the decommissioning of offshore renewable installations, as set out in the Energy Act 2004 and supporting Offshore Renewables Decommissioning...

Open consultation: Update to the draft river basin management plans
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation gives you the chance to comment on shaping the water environment throughout England. Consider the issues, current and possible future action to protect and improve the water environment, and...

Open consultation: Draft flood risk management plans
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

We are seeking views on proposals to reduce flood risk for communities and deal with the impacts of flooding when it does occur. The proposals set out how the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, local...

Research and analysis: Problem debt report
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) conducted a project to review how problem debt affects consumers’ decisions and choices about the goods and services they buy. The project also looked at whether the...

Guidance: Rates of vehicle tax (V149)
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated version of both th V149 and V149W.

The tables include standard rates for vehicles that have already been registered and 1st-year rates for new vehicles. They also include tax rates for ...

Statistics: Prison population figures: 2014
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Population bulletin: weekly 10 October 2014 published.

Latest prison population figures for 2014.

Earlier editions

Guidance: UKCES Futures Programme: FAQ
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added competition 3, 'Progression and Pathways in Hospitality and Retail', FAQ.

This document contains answers to common questions about the UK Futures Programme and the individual competitions...

Transparency data: Section 251 budget workbooks: 2014 to 2015
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Local authorities (LAs) are required to prepare and submit to the Secretary of State separate budget and output statements about their planned and actual expenditure for their education and children’s and young...

Transparency data: DCLG workforce management information: July 2014
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

These figures are not official statistics. They are internal workforce management information published in the interests of transparency.

These figures have not been reconciled centrally with any national...

Transparency data: DCLG workforce management information: August 2014
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

These figures are not official statistics. They are internal workforce management information published in the interests of transparency.

These figures have not been reconciled centrally with any national...

Research and analysis: Supporting people payment by results pilots: final evaluation
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This is the final output from the supporting people payment by results evaluation.

The report explores how, why and under what circumstances a payment by results model could be applied in a supporting...

Independent report: Interviews by the Morecambe Bay Investigation
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Interviews scheduled for the week beginning 13 October, updates to completed interviews and summaries of completed interviews September 2014.

The interview protocol describes who might be interviewed...

Output in the Construction Industry, August 2014
seen at 10:30, 10 October in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Construction output at current price and chained volume measures seasonally adjusted by public and private sector.
Press release: Multi-million pound fund to get hydrogen cars moving
seen at 10:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The arrival of hydrogen cars on UK roads is a step closer today as the Business Minister Matthew Hancock announced up to &pound;11 million of funding.

Government and industry will prepare the UK for...

Press release: UK helps business to invest in the developing world
seen at 10:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Marking Economic Development day alongside World Bank President Jim Yong Kim in Washington, International Development Secretary Justine Greening set out how the UK is helping business to invest in the fast growing...

News story: Report into animal charity published
seen at 10:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

We have published a report of our Operational compliance case involving the charity Tag Pet Rescue. The report explains why we got involved with the charity, what regulatory concerns we assessed and what...

Press release: £30 million HS2 community and business support funds launched
seen at 10:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Communities and businesses near the new HS2 high speed railway will benefit from grants worth millions, Transport Minister Robert Goodwill announced today (10 October 2014).

The Community and Environment...

Press release: CMA concludes review of problem debt
seen at 10:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Debt is one of the most significant problems for consumers in the UK today. The Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) review was launched in April 2014 and carried out on behalf of the Consumer Protection...

Guidance: West Africa Ebola outbreak: guidance to UK ports and shipping operators
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Offers general guidance for minimising the risk to:

seafarers port workers passengers others in the maritime environment

from the current outbreak of Ebola in West Africa.

Notice: Burghley House Preservation Trust Limited: application made to abstract (take) water
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about which Environment Agency offices...
Guidance: Prior information notice for rail franchising from 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: PIN updated

The prior information notice (PIN) for the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) declaring new competitions offered by Department for Transport in relation to the franchising...

Guidance: Rail franchise schedule
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated franchise schedule.

Shows the end dates of current rail franchises and proposed start dates of new franchises for which Department for Transport is the responsible franchising authority...

Research and analysis: Fit for Work: exploring future GP referrals
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

A new Fit for Work service is starting in 2014. It will provide health and work advice and support for employees, employers and GPs to help people with a health condition stay in or return to work. One...

Statistics: HES-MHMDS data linkage report, summary statistics: June 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.

Statistics - national statistics: UK trade statistics with countries outside the European Union: August 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October 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...

Statistics: Night-Time Economy: 2011/12 & 2012/13 NI Crime Surveys findings
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This publication can be accessed here

Statistics - national statistics: Output in the construction industry: August 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Statistics - national statistics: UK trade: August 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Statistics: Hospital activity data: August 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.

Statistics: Youth custody data
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Youth justice custody report - August 2014 published

Monthly statistics on the population in custody of children and young people within secure children’s homes (SCHs), secure training centres (...

Statistics - national statistics: UK trade statistics with countries in the European Union: August 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 October 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...

Statistics - national statistics: Farming statistics – 2014 wheat and barley production, UK
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This publication gives the first estimate of the quantity of wheat and barley produced in the UK from the 2014 harvest.

Next update: see the statistics release calendar

For further information...

Consultation: Tidal Lagoons attached to land
seen at 09:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The addendum has been developed to ensure that existing requirements for the decommissioning of offshore renewable installations, as set out in the Energy Act 2004 and supporting Offshore Renewables Decommissioning...

UK Trade, August 2014
seen at 09:30, 10 October in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
UK Trade shows the extent of import and export activity and is a key contributor to the overall economic growth in the UK.
Speech: Foreign Secretary Speech on Climate Change
seen at 09:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Secretary Kerry, John, for your kind introduction.

I am delighted to be here in Boston. This city has a world-wide reputation not only as a seat of learning, but also as a hub for cutting edge...

Press release: Road maintenance works on A38 Glynn Valley
seen at 09:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The works will be carried out between 8pm and 6am the following morning and involve the closure of the road for eight miles in both directions between Turfdown Cross and the junction with the A390 at Dobwalls...

Research and analysis: Skills and performance challenges in retail
seen at 02:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

This report, published by the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES), examines recent changes in the wholesale and retail sector with and the implications for future skills and training needs.

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Research and analysis: English surveillance programme antimicrobial utilisation and resistance (ESPAUR) report
seen at 02:31, 10 October in Search (Our copy).

The English surveillance programme for antimicrobial utilisation and resistance (ESPAUR) report presents antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance trends in primary and secondary care (2010 to 2013) to NHS...

Press release: Join over 1,500 antibiotic guardians – choose a pledge today to help tackle antibiotic resistance
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Antibiotic Guardian, an initiative developed by Public Health England (PHE) is urging members of the public and healthcare professionals to join in the campaign and take action and help make sure antibiotics ...

Press release: Rise of the ROBO shoppers means retailers must up the ante to compete for tech-savvy customers
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Retailers are having to up their game and provide both high levels of customer service and on the spot technical advice to keep up with tech-savvy shoppers, new research shows.

So called ‘bricks and clicks...

Press release: Noises off – Cable says Britain is open for business
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).
Business Secretary will announce new measures to tackle falling Indian student numbers and encourage business investment in the UK Indian company Amtek Auto will invest &pound;23 million in a new foundry ...
Press release: World Mental Health Day: Nick Clegg message
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Deputy Prime Minister said:

It’s astounding that, in this day and age, when millions of us spend so much time blogging, tweeting and updating our Facebook status, there’s still one issue that we...

Press release: New report reveals increase in use of antibiotics linked to rising levels of antibiotic resistance
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A new report from Public Health England (PHE) found that between 2010 and 2013 there was a 6% increase in the combined antibiotic prescribing of GPs and hospitals. There was also an increase of 12% in the number...

Press release: Neville-Rolfe: Better enforcement tackling the rise in online intellectual property crime
seen at 02:30, 10 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Consumers must beware of illegal traders who are increasingly using the internet to sell counterfeit and pirated goods, according to the Intellectual Property (IP) Crime report published by Baroness Neville-Rolfe...