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28 February 2015

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 23:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 23:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 23:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 23:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 23:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Guidance: Poland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 23:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and interpreters in Poland has been prepared for British nationals who require translation services.

Guidance: Poland - list of funeral directors
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a list of English-speaking funeral directors in Poland.

Correspondence: Tariff arrangements for your 2015/16 NHS activity
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This page was last updated on 27 Feb 2015

This letter provides new information on next year’s NHS funding and contracting round, and sets out decisions that need to be taken by 6 March 2015.

Correspondence: PHE bulletin: 27 February 2015
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Highlights for this bulletin include:

under 18 conception rates continue to drop new heart age tool Ebola update dangers of children drowning in bath integrated working improving health of local...
Policy paper: Bribery and corruption enforcement review: terms of reference
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The UK Anti-Corruption Plan announced that the government would review the enforcement response to bribery and corruption more broadly. It would determine how to go even further in prosecuting and disrupting...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: December 2014 to January 2015
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.

Guidance: Business rates: retail relief
seen at 23:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the retail relief guidance with a new version.

The government is providing funding for a business rates discount of up to £1000 in 2014 to 2015 and of up to £1500 in...

Policy paper: Operation of the National Planning Policy Framework: government response to the CLG Select Committee inquiry
seen at 23:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government’s response to the Communities and Local Government Select Committee inquiry into the operation of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Guidance: HB Circular A4/2015: Defined contribution pension fund options from 6 April 2015
seen at 23:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This circular tells you about your options to access the whole of your defined contribution pension pot without any restrictions from the age of 55 years, from 6 April 2015.

Guidance: Funding for putting the Care Act into practice
seen at 23:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This note also gives advice on how local authorities might think about using the additional £146 million of funding provided from April 2015 to plan and prepare for the final set of changes to fully...

Policy paper: Draft code of practice for examining officers and review officers under Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000
seen at 23:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Counter-Terrorism and Security (CTS) Act received Royal Assent on 12 February 2015. The CTS Act amended Schedule 7 to clarify the legal position in relation to the examination of goods in remote storage outside...

Notice: Pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust
seen at 23:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Regional School Commissioner Jennifer Bexon-Smith to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Samworth Enterprise Academy.

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 23:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust.

All academy trusts’ pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department for Education about poor performance...

FOI release: Secondments
seen at 23:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This Freedom of Information (FOI) release is in response to a request for information on staff currently seconded to private energy companies and the duration of each secondment.

Notice: Current catch limits: over 10 metre non-sector pool
seen at 23:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 data added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe - Category A, Category A - Islands, Category B and Category C and can be varied through the...

Notice: Current catch limits: 10 metres and under pool
seen at 23:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 spreadsheets added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe and can be varied through the year. Your fishing vessel licence annex will also list the stocks that you...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 23:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to conditions and schedules for licences 11,12, 17, 31, 41

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

Variations...

Policy paper: Local government transparency code 2015
seen at 23:49, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute...

Correspondence: Children, Families and Maternity e-bulletin
seen at 23:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: February 2015 edition 84 added to page.

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National...

Guidance: Timelines for schools to convert to academies
seen at 23:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April timelines document.

Schools open as an academy on the first day of the month. In order to open on the chosen month, you must complete all the necessary paperwork associated with the...

Guidance: Year 7 catch-up premium: 2014 to 2015 allocations
seen at 23:47, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The allocations tables show £500 for each pupil in a state-funded school who did not achieve at least level 4 in reading and/or mathematics at key stage 2. The final figures have been calculated using...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 9 (2015)
seen at 23:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) news uploaded

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 ...

Research and analysis: Pertussis immunisation in pregnancy: vaccine coverage estimates (England)
seen at 23:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) report (two items: main report and appendix) uploaded

Commentary on data showing the estimated uptake of vaccination for the temporary pertussis immunisation programme for pregnant ...

Research and analysis: Haemophilus influenzae: laboratory reports by age group and serotype 2014
seen at 23:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) combined Q4 and annual report uploaded

For previous reports, see the archive of older data.

Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers Programme: evaluation - stakeholder views of the service
seen at 23:41, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Provides evidence on the implementation of the Growth Vouchers programme over January to April 2014. Views were collected through interviews from:

182 businesses 42 service provider staff 22 advice ...
Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers programme: evaluation - early estimate of impact
seen at 23:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Presents views on changes made to the Growth Voucher programme design. The changes were based on lessons learned from the ‘stakeholder views of the service’ report during March to April 2014.

...

Research and analysis: Measles, mumps and rubella: laboratory confirmed cases in England 2014
seen at 23:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) Q4 report uploaded

For previous reports see the archive of older data.

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: requirements on pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 23:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 that came into force on 26 February 2015 contain new requirements in relation to the use of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ). These changes implement Lord Young’s recommendations...

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: paying invoices in 30 days down the supply chain
seen at 23:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance, issued under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, explains how contracting authorities must have regard to this guidance in relation to the payment of valid and undisputed invoices ...

Policy paper: Procurement Policy Note 03/15: reforms to make public procurement more accessible to SMEs
seen at 23:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added related guidance.

This note provides guidance on reforms which include:

removing a pre-qualification stage for procurements below the EU thresholds a requirement for contracting ...
Policy paper: Bridging the Social Divide
seen at 23:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission have produced a report that calls on politicians of all parties to explain what they want to achieve when it comes to tackling poverty and improving mobility, ...

News story: Home Secretary announces judge to lead statutory inquiry into historical child sexual abuse
seen at 23:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Justice Goddard, a judge of the High Court of New Zealand, has accepted the post and will appear at a pre-appointment hearing before the Home Affairs Select Committee on 11 February.

The Home Secretary...

News story: Home Secretary announces independent review of welfare in detention
seen at 23:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

It will seek to identify whether improvements can be made to safeguard the health and wellbeing of detainees, and those being escorted in the UK. Stephen Shaw CBE, a former Prisons and Probation Ombudsman for...

News story: 200 specialist primary PE teachers to be in place by December 2015
seen at 23:30, 28 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the number of providers.

The primary PE specialist initial teacher training (ITT) route is a postgraduate, school-led, 1-year training course. It is made up of 50% generalist primary training...

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 22:56, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 22:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 22:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 22:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 22:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Guidance: Poland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 22:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and interpreters in Poland has been prepared for British nationals who require translation services.

Guidance: Poland - list of funeral directors
seen at 22:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a list of English-speaking funeral directors in Poland.

Correspondence: Tariff arrangements for your 2015/16 NHS activity
seen at 22:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This page was last updated on 27 Feb 2015

This letter provides new information on next year’s NHS funding and contracting round, and sets out decisions that need to be taken by 6 March 2015.

Correspondence: PHE bulletin: 27 February 2015
seen at 22:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Highlights for this bulletin include:

under 18 conception rates continue to drop new heart age tool Ebola update dangers of children drowning in bath integrated working improving health of local...
Policy paper: Bribery and corruption enforcement review: terms of reference
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The UK Anti-Corruption Plan announced that the government would review the enforcement response to bribery and corruption more broadly. It would determine how to go even further in prosecuting and disrupting...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: December 2014 to January 2015
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.

Guidance: Business rates: retail relief
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the retail relief guidance with a new version.

The government is providing funding for a business rates discount of up to £1000 in 2014 to 2015 and of up to £1500 in...

Policy paper: Operation of the National Planning Policy Framework: government response to the CLG Select Committee inquiry
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government’s response to the Communities and Local Government Select Committee inquiry into the operation of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Guidance: HB Circular A4/2015: Defined contribution pension fund options from 6 April 2015
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This circular tells you about your options to access the whole of your defined contribution pension pot without any restrictions from the age of 55 years, from 6 April 2015.

Guidance: Funding for putting the Care Act into practice
seen at 22:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This note also gives advice on how local authorities might think about using the additional £146 million of funding provided from April 2015 to plan and prepare for the final set of changes to fully...

Policy paper: Draft code of practice for examining officers and review officers under Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000
seen at 22:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Counter-Terrorism and Security (CTS) Act received Royal Assent on 12 February 2015. The CTS Act amended Schedule 7 to clarify the legal position in relation to the examination of goods in remote storage outside...

Notice: Pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust
seen at 22:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Regional School Commissioner Jennifer Bexon-Smith to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Samworth Enterprise Academy.

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 22:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust.

All academy trusts’ pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department for Education about poor performance...

FOI release: Secondments
seen at 22:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This Freedom of Information (FOI) release is in response to a request for information on staff currently seconded to private energy companies and the duration of each secondment.

Notice: Current catch limits: over 10 metre non-sector pool
seen at 22:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 data added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe - Category A, Category A - Islands, Category B and Category C and can be varied through the...

Notice: Current catch limits: 10 metres and under pool
seen at 22:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 spreadsheets added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe and can be varied through the year. Your fishing vessel licence annex will also list the stocks that you...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 22:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to conditions and schedules for licences 11,12, 17, 31, 41

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

Variations...

Policy paper: Local government transparency code 2015
seen at 22:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute...

Correspondence: Children, Families and Maternity e-bulletin
seen at 22:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: February 2015 edition 84 added to page.

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National...

Guidance: Timelines for schools to convert to academies
seen at 22:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April timelines document.

Schools open as an academy on the first day of the month. In order to open on the chosen month, you must complete all the necessary paperwork associated with the...

Guidance: Year 7 catch-up premium: 2014 to 2015 allocations
seen at 22:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The allocations tables show £500 for each pupil in a state-funded school who did not achieve at least level 4 in reading and/or mathematics at key stage 2. The final figures have been calculated using...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 9 (2015)
seen at 22:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) news uploaded

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 ...

Research and analysis: Pertussis immunisation in pregnancy: vaccine coverage estimates (England)
seen at 22:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) report (two items: main report and appendix) uploaded

Commentary on data showing the estimated uptake of vaccination for the temporary pertussis immunisation programme for pregnant ...

Research and analysis: Haemophilus influenzae: laboratory reports by age group and serotype 2014
seen at 22:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) combined Q4 and annual report uploaded

For previous reports, see the archive of older data.

Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers Programme: evaluation - stakeholder views of the service
seen at 22:41, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Provides evidence on the implementation of the Growth Vouchers programme over January to April 2014. Views were collected through interviews from:

182 businesses 42 service provider staff 22 advice ...
Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers programme: evaluation - early estimate of impact
seen at 22:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Presents views on changes made to the Growth Voucher programme design. The changes were based on lessons learned from the ‘stakeholder views of the service’ report during March to April 2014.

...

Research and analysis: Measles, mumps and rubella: laboratory confirmed cases in England 2014
seen at 22:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) Q4 report uploaded

For previous reports see the archive of older data.

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: requirements on pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 22:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 that came into force on 26 February 2015 contain new requirements in relation to the use of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ). These changes implement Lord Young’s recommendations...

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: paying invoices in 30 days down the supply chain
seen at 22:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance, issued under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, explains how contracting authorities must have regard to this guidance in relation to the payment of valid and undisputed invoices ...

Policy paper: Procurement Policy Note 03/15: reforms to make public procurement more accessible to SMEs
seen at 22:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added related guidance.

This note provides guidance on reforms which include:

removing a pre-qualification stage for procurements below the EU thresholds a requirement for contracting ...
Policy paper: Bridging the Social Divide
seen at 22:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission have produced a report that calls on politicians of all parties to explain what they want to achieve when it comes to tackling poverty and improving mobility, ...

News story: Home Secretary announces judge to lead statutory inquiry into historical child sexual abuse
seen at 22:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Justice Goddard, a judge of the High Court of New Zealand, has accepted the post and will appear at a pre-appointment hearing before the Home Affairs Select Committee on 11 February.

The Home Secretary...

News story: Home Secretary announces independent review of welfare in detention
seen at 22:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

It will seek to identify whether improvements can be made to safeguard the health and wellbeing of detainees, and those being escorted in the UK. Stephen Shaw CBE, a former Prisons and Probation Ombudsman for...

News story: 200 specialist primary PE teachers to be in place by December 2015
seen at 22:30, 28 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the number of providers.

The primary PE specialist initial teacher training (ITT) route is a postgraduate, school-led, 1-year training course. It is made up of 50% generalist primary training...

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 21:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 21:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 21:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 21:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 21:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Guidance: Poland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 21:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and interpreters in Poland has been prepared for British nationals who require translation services.

Guidance: Poland - list of funeral directors
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a list of English-speaking funeral directors in Poland.

Correspondence: Tariff arrangements for your 2015/16 NHS activity
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This page was last updated on 27 Feb 2015

This letter provides new information on next year’s NHS funding and contracting round, and sets out decisions that need to be taken by 6 March 2015.

Correspondence: PHE bulletin: 27 February 2015
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Highlights for this bulletin include:

under 18 conception rates continue to drop new heart age tool Ebola update dangers of children drowning in bath integrated working improving health of local...
Policy paper: Bribery and corruption enforcement review: terms of reference
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The UK Anti-Corruption Plan announced that the government would review the enforcement response to bribery and corruption more broadly. It would determine how to go even further in prosecuting and disrupting...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: December 2014 to January 2015
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.

Guidance: Business rates: retail relief
seen at 21:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the retail relief guidance with a new version.

The government is providing funding for a business rates discount of up to £1000 in 2014 to 2015 and of up to £1500 in...

Policy paper: Operation of the National Planning Policy Framework: government response to the CLG Select Committee inquiry
seen at 21:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government’s response to the Communities and Local Government Select Committee inquiry into the operation of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Guidance: HB Circular A4/2015: Defined contribution pension fund options from 6 April 2015
seen at 21:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This circular tells you about your options to access the whole of your defined contribution pension pot without any restrictions from the age of 55 years, from 6 April 2015.

Guidance: Funding for putting the Care Act into practice
seen at 21:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This note also gives advice on how local authorities might think about using the additional £146 million of funding provided from April 2015 to plan and prepare for the final set of changes to fully...

Policy paper: Draft code of practice for examining officers and review officers under Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000
seen at 21:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Counter-Terrorism and Security (CTS) Act received Royal Assent on 12 February 2015. The CTS Act amended Schedule 7 to clarify the legal position in relation to the examination of goods in remote storage outside...

Notice: Pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust
seen at 21:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Regional School Commissioner Jennifer Bexon-Smith to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Samworth Enterprise Academy.

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 21:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust.

All academy trusts’ pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department for Education about poor performance...

FOI release: Secondments
seen at 21:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This Freedom of Information (FOI) release is in response to a request for information on staff currently seconded to private energy companies and the duration of each secondment.

Notice: Current catch limits: over 10 metre non-sector pool
seen at 21:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 data added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe - Category A, Category A - Islands, Category B and Category C and can be varied through the...

Notice: Current catch limits: 10 metres and under pool
seen at 21:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 spreadsheets added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe and can be varied through the year. Your fishing vessel licence annex will also list the stocks that you...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 21:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to conditions and schedules for licences 11,12, 17, 31, 41

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

Variations...

Policy paper: Local government transparency code 2015
seen at 21:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute...

Correspondence: Children, Families and Maternity e-bulletin
seen at 21:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: February 2015 edition 84 added to page.

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National...

Guidance: Timelines for schools to convert to academies
seen at 21:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April timelines document.

Schools open as an academy on the first day of the month. In order to open on the chosen month, you must complete all the necessary paperwork associated with the...

Guidance: Year 7 catch-up premium: 2014 to 2015 allocations
seen at 21:47, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The allocations tables show £500 for each pupil in a state-funded school who did not achieve at least level 4 in reading and/or mathematics at key stage 2. The final figures have been calculated using...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 9 (2015)
seen at 21:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) news uploaded

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 ...

Research and analysis: Pertussis immunisation in pregnancy: vaccine coverage estimates (England)
seen at 21:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) report (two items: main report and appendix) uploaded

Commentary on data showing the estimated uptake of vaccination for the temporary pertussis immunisation programme for pregnant ...

Research and analysis: Haemophilus influenzae: laboratory reports by age group and serotype 2014
seen at 21:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) combined Q4 and annual report uploaded

For previous reports, see the archive of older data.

Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers Programme: evaluation - stakeholder views of the service
seen at 21:41, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Provides evidence on the implementation of the Growth Vouchers programme over January to April 2014. Views were collected through interviews from:

182 businesses 42 service provider staff 22 advice ...
Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers programme: evaluation - early estimate of impact
seen at 21:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Presents views on changes made to the Growth Voucher programme design. The changes were based on lessons learned from the ‘stakeholder views of the service’ report during March to April 2014.

...

Research and analysis: Measles, mumps and rubella: laboratory confirmed cases in England 2014
seen at 21:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) Q4 report uploaded

For previous reports see the archive of older data.

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: requirements on pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 21:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 that came into force on 26 February 2015 contain new requirements in relation to the use of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ). These changes implement Lord Young’s recommendations...

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: paying invoices in 30 days down the supply chain
seen at 21:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance, issued under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, explains how contracting authorities must have regard to this guidance in relation to the payment of valid and undisputed invoices ...

Policy paper: Procurement Policy Note 03/15: reforms to make public procurement more accessible to SMEs
seen at 21:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added related guidance.

This note provides guidance on reforms which include:

removing a pre-qualification stage for procurements below the EU thresholds a requirement for contracting ...
Policy paper: Bridging the Social Divide
seen at 21:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission have produced a report that calls on politicians of all parties to explain what they want to achieve when it comes to tackling poverty and improving mobility, ...

News story: Home Secretary announces judge to lead statutory inquiry into historical child sexual abuse
seen at 21:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Justice Goddard, a judge of the High Court of New Zealand, has accepted the post and will appear at a pre-appointment hearing before the Home Affairs Select Committee on 11 February.

The Home Secretary...

News story: Home Secretary announces independent review of welfare in detention
seen at 21:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

It will seek to identify whether improvements can be made to safeguard the health and wellbeing of detainees, and those being escorted in the UK. Stephen Shaw CBE, a former Prisons and Probation Ombudsman for...

News story: 200 specialist primary PE teachers to be in place by December 2015
seen at 21:30, 28 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the number of providers.

The primary PE specialist initial teacher training (ITT) route is a postgraduate, school-led, 1-year training course. It is made up of 50% generalist primary training...

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 20:56, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 20:56, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 20:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 20:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Guidance: Poland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and interpreters in Poland has been prepared for British nationals who require translation services.

Guidance: Poland - list of funeral directors
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a list of English-speaking funeral directors in Poland.

Correspondence: Tariff arrangements for your 2015/16 NHS activity
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This page was last updated on 27 Feb 2015

This letter provides new information on next year’s NHS funding and contracting round, and sets out decisions that need to be taken by 6 March 2015.

Correspondence: PHE bulletin: 27 February 2015
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Highlights for this bulletin include:

under 18 conception rates continue to drop new heart age tool Ebola update dangers of children drowning in bath integrated working improving health of local...
Policy paper: Bribery and corruption enforcement review: terms of reference
seen at 20:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The UK Anti-Corruption Plan announced that the government would review the enforcement response to bribery and corruption more broadly. It would determine how to go even further in prosecuting and disrupting...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: December 2014 to January 2015
seen at 20:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.

Guidance: Business rates: retail relief
seen at 20:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the retail relief guidance with a new version.

The government is providing funding for a business rates discount of up to £1000 in 2014 to 2015 and of up to £1500 in...

Policy paper: Operation of the National Planning Policy Framework: government response to the CLG Select Committee inquiry
seen at 20:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government’s response to the Communities and Local Government Select Committee inquiry into the operation of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Guidance: HB Circular A4/2015: Defined contribution pension fund options from 6 April 2015
seen at 20:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This circular tells you about your options to access the whole of your defined contribution pension pot without any restrictions from the age of 55 years, from 6 April 2015.

Guidance: Funding for putting the Care Act into practice
seen at 20:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This note also gives advice on how local authorities might think about using the additional £146 million of funding provided from April 2015 to plan and prepare for the final set of changes to fully...

Policy paper: Draft code of practice for examining officers and review officers under Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000
seen at 20:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Counter-Terrorism and Security (CTS) Act received Royal Assent on 12 February 2015. The CTS Act amended Schedule 7 to clarify the legal position in relation to the examination of goods in remote storage outside...

Notice: Pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust
seen at 20:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Regional School Commissioner Jennifer Bexon-Smith to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Samworth Enterprise Academy.

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 20:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust.

All academy trusts’ pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department for Education about poor performance...

FOI release: Secondments
seen at 20:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This Freedom of Information (FOI) release is in response to a request for information on staff currently seconded to private energy companies and the duration of each secondment.

Notice: Current catch limits: over 10 metre non-sector pool
seen at 20:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 data added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe - Category A, Category A - Islands, Category B and Category C and can be varied through the...

Notice: Current catch limits: 10 metres and under pool
seen at 20:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 spreadsheets added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe and can be varied through the year. Your fishing vessel licence annex will also list the stocks that you...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 20:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to conditions and schedules for licences 11,12, 17, 31, 41

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

Variations...

Policy paper: Local government transparency code 2015
seen at 20:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute...

Correspondence: Children, Families and Maternity e-bulletin
seen at 20:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: February 2015 edition 84 added to page.

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National...

Guidance: Timelines for schools to convert to academies
seen at 20:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April timelines document.

Schools open as an academy on the first day of the month. In order to open on the chosen month, you must complete all the necessary paperwork associated with the...

Guidance: Year 7 catch-up premium: 2014 to 2015 allocations
seen at 20:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The allocations tables show £500 for each pupil in a state-funded school who did not achieve at least level 4 in reading and/or mathematics at key stage 2. The final figures have been calculated using...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 9 (2015)
seen at 20:47, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) news uploaded

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 ...

Research and analysis: Pertussis immunisation in pregnancy: vaccine coverage estimates (England)
seen at 20:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) report (two items: main report and appendix) uploaded

Commentary on data showing the estimated uptake of vaccination for the temporary pertussis immunisation programme for pregnant ...

Research and analysis: Haemophilus influenzae: laboratory reports by age group and serotype 2014
seen at 20:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) combined Q4 and annual report uploaded

For previous reports, see the archive of older data.

Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers Programme: evaluation - stakeholder views of the service
seen at 20:41, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Provides evidence on the implementation of the Growth Vouchers programme over January to April 2014. Views were collected through interviews from:

182 businesses 42 service provider staff 22 advice ...
Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers programme: evaluation - early estimate of impact
seen at 20:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Presents views on changes made to the Growth Voucher programme design. The changes were based on lessons learned from the ‘stakeholder views of the service’ report during March to April 2014.

...

Research and analysis: Measles, mumps and rubella: laboratory confirmed cases in England 2014
seen at 20:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) Q4 report uploaded

For previous reports see the archive of older data.

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: requirements on pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 20:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 that came into force on 26 February 2015 contain new requirements in relation to the use of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ). These changes implement Lord Young’s recommendations...

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: paying invoices in 30 days down the supply chain
seen at 20:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance, issued under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, explains how contracting authorities must have regard to this guidance in relation to the payment of valid and undisputed invoices ...

Policy paper: Procurement Policy Note 03/15: reforms to make public procurement more accessible to SMEs
seen at 20:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added related guidance.

This note provides guidance on reforms which include:

removing a pre-qualification stage for procurements below the EU thresholds a requirement for contracting ...
Policy paper: Bridging the Social Divide
seen at 20:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission have produced a report that calls on politicians of all parties to explain what they want to achieve when it comes to tackling poverty and improving mobility, ...

News story: Home Secretary announces judge to lead statutory inquiry into historical child sexual abuse
seen at 20:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Justice Goddard, a judge of the High Court of New Zealand, has accepted the post and will appear at a pre-appointment hearing before the Home Affairs Select Committee on 11 February.

The Home Secretary...

News story: Home Secretary announces independent review of welfare in detention
seen at 20:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

It will seek to identify whether improvements can be made to safeguard the health and wellbeing of detainees, and those being escorted in the UK. Stephen Shaw CBE, a former Prisons and Probation Ombudsman for...

News story: 200 specialist primary PE teachers to be in place by December 2015
seen at 20:30, 28 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the number of providers.

The primary PE specialist initial teacher training (ITT) route is a postgraduate, school-led, 1-year training course. It is made up of 50% generalist primary training...

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 18:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 18:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 18:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 18:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 18:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Guidance: Poland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 18:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and interpreters in Poland has been prepared for British nationals who require translation services.

Guidance: Poland - list of funeral directors
seen at 18:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a list of English-speaking funeral directors in Poland.

Correspondence: Tariff arrangements for your 2015/16 NHS activity
seen at 18:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This page was last updated on 27 Feb 2015

This letter provides new information on next year’s NHS funding and contracting round, and sets out decisions that need to be taken by 6 March 2015.

Correspondence: PHE bulletin: 27 February 2015
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Highlights for this bulletin include:

under 18 conception rates continue to drop new heart age tool Ebola update dangers of children drowning in bath integrated working improving health of local...
Policy paper: Bribery and corruption enforcement review: terms of reference
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The UK Anti-Corruption Plan announced that the government would review the enforcement response to bribery and corruption more broadly. It would determine how to go even further in prosecuting and disrupting...

Transparency data: Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre expenditure: December 2014 to January 2015
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Spending over £250 for the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre.

Guidance: Business rates: retail relief
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the retail relief guidance with a new version.

The government is providing funding for a business rates discount of up to £1000 in 2014 to 2015 and of up to £1500 in...

Policy paper: Operation of the National Planning Policy Framework: government response to the CLG Select Committee inquiry
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government’s response to the Communities and Local Government Select Committee inquiry into the operation of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Guidance: HB Circular A4/2015: Defined contribution pension fund options from 6 April 2015
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This circular tells you about your options to access the whole of your defined contribution pension pot without any restrictions from the age of 55 years, from 6 April 2015.

Guidance: Funding for putting the Care Act into practice
seen at 18:53, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This note also gives advice on how local authorities might think about using the additional £146 million of funding provided from April 2015 to plan and prepare for the final set of changes to fully...

Policy paper: Draft code of practice for examining officers and review officers under Schedule 7 to the Terrorism Act 2000
seen at 18:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Counter-Terrorism and Security (CTS) Act received Royal Assent on 12 February 2015. The CTS Act amended Schedule 7 to clarify the legal position in relation to the examination of goods in remote storage outside...

Notice: Pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust
seen at 18:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Regional School Commissioner Jennifer Bexon-Smith to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Samworth Enterprise Academy.

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 18:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added pre-warning notice to Samworth (Enterprise) Academy Trust.

All academy trusts’ pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department for Education about poor performance...

FOI release: Secondments
seen at 18:52, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This Freedom of Information (FOI) release is in response to a request for information on staff currently seconded to private energy companies and the duration of each secondment.

Notice: Current catch limits: over 10 metre non-sector pool
seen at 18:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 data added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe - Category A, Category A - Islands, Category B and Category C and can be varied through the...

Notice: Current catch limits: 10 metres and under pool
seen at 18:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2015 spreadsheets added

Your catch limits are in your vessel licence annexe and can be varied through the year. Your fishing vessel licence annex will also list the stocks that you...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 18:51, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to conditions and schedules for licences 11,12, 17, 31, 41

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

Variations...

Policy paper: Local government transparency code 2015
seen at 18:50, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The local government transparency code is issued to meet the government’s desire to place more power into citizens’ hands to increase democratic accountability. It will make it easier for local people to contribute...

Correspondence: Children, Families and Maternity e-bulletin
seen at 18:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: February 2015 edition 84 added to page.

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National...

Guidance: Timelines for schools to convert to academies
seen at 18:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added April timelines document.

Schools open as an academy on the first day of the month. In order to open on the chosen month, you must complete all the necessary paperwork associated with the...

Guidance: Year 7 catch-up premium: 2014 to 2015 allocations
seen at 18:48, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The allocations tables show £500 for each pupil in a state-funded school who did not achieve at least level 4 in reading and/or mathematics at key stage 2. The final figures have been calculated using...

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 9 (2015)
seen at 18:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) news uploaded

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 ...

Research and analysis: Pertussis immunisation in pregnancy: vaccine coverage estimates (England)
seen at 18:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) report (two items: main report and appendix) uploaded

Commentary on data showing the estimated uptake of vaccination for the temporary pertussis immunisation programme for pregnant ...

Research and analysis: Haemophilus influenzae: laboratory reports by age group and serotype 2014
seen at 18:46, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) combined Q4 and annual report uploaded

For previous reports, see the archive of older data.

Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers Programme: evaluation - stakeholder views of the service
seen at 18:41, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Provides evidence on the implementation of the Growth Vouchers programme over January to April 2014. Views were collected through interviews from:

182 businesses 42 service provider staff 22 advice ...
Research and analysis: Growth Vouchers programme: evaluation - early estimate of impact
seen at 18:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Presents views on changes made to the Growth Voucher programme design. The changes were based on lessons learned from the ‘stakeholder views of the service’ report during March to April 2014.

...

Research and analysis: Measles, mumps and rubella: laboratory confirmed cases in England 2014
seen at 18:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 9(7) Q4 report uploaded

For previous reports see the archive of older data.

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: requirements on pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 18:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 that came into force on 26 February 2015 contain new requirements in relation to the use of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQ). These changes implement Lord Young’s recommendations...

Guidance: Public Contracts Regulations 2015: paying invoices in 30 days down the supply chain
seen at 18:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance, issued under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, explains how contracting authorities must have regard to this guidance in relation to the payment of valid and undisputed invoices ...

Policy paper: Procurement Policy Note 03/15: reforms to make public procurement more accessible to SMEs
seen at 18:32, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added related guidance.

This note provides guidance on reforms which include:

removing a pre-qualification stage for procurements below the EU thresholds a requirement for contracting ...
Policy paper: Bridging the Social Divide
seen at 18:31, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission have produced a report that calls on politicians of all parties to explain what they want to achieve when it comes to tackling poverty and improving mobility, ...

News story: Home Secretary announces judge to lead statutory inquiry into historical child sexual abuse
seen at 18:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Justice Goddard, a judge of the High Court of New Zealand, has accepted the post and will appear at a pre-appointment hearing before the Home Affairs Select Committee on 11 February.

The Home Secretary...

News story: Home Secretary announces independent review of welfare in detention
seen at 18:30, 28 February in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

It will seek to identify whether improvements can be made to safeguard the health and wellbeing of detainees, and those being escorted in the UK. Stephen Shaw CBE, a former Prisons and Probation Ombudsman for...

News story: 200 specialist primary PE teachers to be in place by December 2015
seen at 18:30, 28 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the number of providers.

The primary PE specialist initial teacher training (ITT) route is a postgraduate, school-led, 1-year training course. It is made up of 50% generalist primary training...

Correspondence: Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists: statement on regulations February 2015
seen at 16:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

Alison White, the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists, has made a statement on anticipated timescales for the launch of the Register and the annual fee for those joining. She is also inviting potential registrants...

Guidance: Switzerland - list of translators and interpreters
seen at 16:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This list of recommended translators and intepreters in Switzerland has been prepared for British Nationals who require translation or interpreting services.

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2012
seen at 16:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2011
seen at 16:55, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...

Statistics: Final UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics: 1990-2010
seen at 16:54, 28 February in Search (Our copy).

This publication provides the final estimates of UK greenhouse gas emissions going back to 1990. Estimates are presented by source in February of each year and are updated in March of each year to include estimates...