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14 December 2015

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 23:55, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 23:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Transparency data: Ministerial quarterly returns 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015
seen at 23:45, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Ministerial quarterly returns information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015 for:

Secretary of State Theresa Villiers Minister of State Robathan Minister of State Murrison
Guidance: H1 Environmental risk assessment for permits: overview and annexes
seen at 23:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We have removed the H1 Software Tool user guide from GOV.UK. An updated version of the software tool and user guide are available on request from the Environment Agency.

H1 is the starting point...

Transparency data: NIO Special Advisor's Quarterly Information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015
seen at 23:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Release of quarterly information from 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015 in respect of NIO Special Advisor

Correspondence: G6 statement: commitment to fighting terrorism
seen at 23:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This G6 statement outlining a joint commitment to fighting terrorism was made at a meeting in London on 9 and 10 December 2015.

The meeting was hosted by the Rt Hon Theresa May MP.

The following...

FOI release: FOI Introduction of price caps for agency staff: internal communications
seen at 23:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Internal advice and communications between Monitor, NHS TDA and DH regarding the introduction of the price caps for agency staff.

Guidance: Agent update: issue 51
seen at 23:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Guidance and news for tax agents and advisers.

If you’d like HMRC to send you email reminders when future editions of Agent update are published submit your details to HMRC.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 23:31, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 14 December 2015

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Guidance: Mexico – List of Lawyers
seen at 23:31, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of lawyers update

The following list of English speaking lawyers and translators/interpreters has been prepared for the convenience of British Nationals who require legal advice

OLIO: Can we Disrupt Food Waste?
seen at 23:31, 14 December in Tech City UK – Programmes, Research, Events – Homepage (Our copy).

As the food waste management industry grows, we caught up with a company which is fast becoming a shining star in the sector, OLIO, on how the startup sees the area evolving in the coming years

 

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 23:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 23:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 23:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 23:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Form: Meningococcal disease: enhanced surveillance forms
seen at 23:18, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MENSV01, MENSV02, sample submission form (MenSAM01) and letters.

Forms aimed at health protection teams and health professionals regarding suspected and confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease enhanced surveillance plan
seen at 23:18, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated surveillance plan and flow chart.

The national surveillance protocol for invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in England has been extended in recognition of:

changes to the meningococcal...
Corporate report: Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations annual report: 2014 to 2015
seen at 23:18, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (CRFCA) gives advice and assistance to the Defence Council and to the army, navy and air force on matters that concern reserves and cadets.

Corporate report: Royal Naval Museum accounts 2014/15
seen at 23:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament pursuant to the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000 (Audit of Public Bodies) Order 2012.

Guidance: Ukraine – Consular Fees
seen at 23:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 7 Dec 2015

A full list of Consular fees

Corporate report: Help to Buy (HMT) Limited: annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 23:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

First annual report and accounts of Help to Buy (HMT) Limited for the period 4 September 2013 to 30 September 2014.

This paper was filed with Companies House in accordance with the Companies Act 2006...

Open consultation: Competition and Markets Authority annual plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 23:15, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation on draft annual plan launched.

This draft version of the CMA’s annual plan for 2016 to 2017 sets out our plans and priorities for the forthcoming year. It is intended to give partners...

Guidance: Inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown: statement and consent form
seen at 23:15, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Use these forms to:

inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown give UKVI permission to use information about your estranged spouse/partner
Guidance: Defined pricing structure (DPS)
seen at 23:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of remaining DPS templates

Regulation 22(9) of the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 states that: “In preparing a report, a contractor must have regard to any relevant guidance...

Guidance: Drug Safety Update: monthly PDF newsletter
seen at 23:11, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: Drug Safety Update - December 2015

You can search for individual articles in our online version of the Drug Safety Update.

Previous monthly editions of Drug Safety Update ...

Form: Academies August accounts return template and guide
seen at 23:10, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Education Funding Agency has updated the page with a link to the video of the webinar for academy trusts on the most challenging aspects of the August accounts return.

The Education Funding...

FOI release: Trade union membership among Polish employees in the UK
seen at 23:09, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on the proportion of trade union membership for UK employees who are Polish nationals or born in Poland. The data is for the fourth quarter of 2014.

The information has...

Consultation outcome: Digital forensics method validation: draft guidance
seen at 23:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Details of second consultation published.

This draft guidance was commissioned following a competitive tendering process. It is issued to allow comments from interested parties. All comments will...

Guidance: Deprivation of liberty safeguards: Supreme Court judgments
seen at 23:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards as a result of the Supreme Court Judgments.

The Department has updated its guidance as a result of Supreme Court judgments which have significant...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 23:05, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Hertfordshire and North London - November 2015

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

Independent report: External Evaluation of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: Baseline Report
seen at 23:04, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The UK National Action Plan sets out the Government’s priorities on Women, Peace and Security from 2014-17. It is the guiding national policy document that provides the direction and vision to the Government...

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 22:57, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 22:48, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Transparency data: Ministerial quarterly returns 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015
seen at 22:47, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Ministerial quarterly returns information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015 for:

Secretary of State Theresa Villiers Minister of State Robathan Minister of State Murrison
Guidance: H1 Environmental risk assessment for permits: overview and annexes
seen at 22:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We have removed the H1 Software Tool user guide from GOV.UK. An updated version of the software tool and user guide are available on request from the Environment Agency.

H1 is the starting point...

Transparency data: NIO Special Advisor's Quarterly Information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015
seen at 22:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Release of quarterly information from 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015 in respect of NIO Special Advisor

Correspondence: G6 statement: commitment to fighting terrorism
seen at 22:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This G6 statement outlining a joint commitment to fighting terrorism was made at a meeting in London on 9 and 10 December 2015.

The meeting was hosted by the Rt Hon Theresa May MP.

The following...

FOI release: FOI Introduction of price caps for agency staff: internal communications
seen at 22:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Internal advice and communications between Monitor, NHS TDA and DH regarding the introduction of the price caps for agency staff.

Guidance: Agent update: issue 51
seen at 22:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Guidance and news for tax agents and advisers.

If you’d like HMRC to send you email reminders when future editions of Agent update are published submit your details to HMRC.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 22:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 14 December 2015

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Guidance: Mexico – List of Lawyers
seen at 22:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of lawyers update

The following list of English speaking lawyers and translators/interpreters has been prepared for the convenience of British Nationals who require legal advice

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 22:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 22:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 22:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 22:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Form: Meningococcal disease: enhanced surveillance forms
seen at 22:20, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MENSV01, MENSV02, sample submission form (MenSAM01) and letters.

Forms aimed at health protection teams and health professionals regarding suspected and confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease enhanced surveillance plan
seen at 22:19, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated surveillance plan and flow chart.

The national surveillance protocol for invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in England has been extended in recognition of:

changes to the meningococcal...
Corporate report: Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations annual report: 2014 to 2015
seen at 22:19, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (CRFCA) gives advice and assistance to the Defence Council and to the army, navy and air force on matters that concern reserves and cadets.

Corporate report: Royal Naval Museum accounts 2014/15
seen at 22:17, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament pursuant to the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000 (Audit of Public Bodies) Order 2012.

Guidance: Ukraine – Consular Fees
seen at 22:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 7 Dec 2015

A full list of Consular fees

Corporate report: Help to Buy (HMT) Limited: annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 22:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

First annual report and accounts of Help to Buy (HMT) Limited for the period 4 September 2013 to 30 September 2014.

This paper was filed with Companies House in accordance with the Companies Act 2006...

Open consultation: Competition and Markets Authority annual plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 22:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation on draft annual plan launched.

This draft version of the CMA’s annual plan for 2016 to 2017 sets out our plans and priorities for the forthcoming year. It is intended to give partners...

Guidance: Inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown: statement and consent form
seen at 22:16, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Use these forms to:

inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown give UKVI permission to use information about your estranged spouse/partner
Guidance: Defined pricing structure (DPS)
seen at 22:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of remaining DPS templates

Regulation 22(9) of the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 states that: “In preparing a report, a contractor must have regard to any relevant guidance...

Guidance: Drug Safety Update: monthly PDF newsletter
seen at 22:11, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: Drug Safety Update - December 2015

You can search for individual articles in our online version of the Drug Safety Update.

Previous monthly editions of Drug Safety Update ...

Form: Academies August accounts return template and guide
seen at 22:09, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Education Funding Agency has updated the page with a link to the video of the webinar for academy trusts on the most challenging aspects of the August accounts return.

The Education Funding...

FOI release: Trade union membership among Polish employees in the UK
seen at 22:09, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on the proportion of trade union membership for UK employees who are Polish nationals or born in Poland. The data is for the fourth quarter of 2014.

The information has...

Consultation outcome: Digital forensics method validation: draft guidance
seen at 22:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Details of second consultation published.

This draft guidance was commissioned following a competitive tendering process. It is issued to allow comments from interested parties. All comments will...

Guidance: Deprivation of liberty safeguards: Supreme Court judgments
seen at 22:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards as a result of the Supreme Court Judgments.

The Department has updated its guidance as a result of Supreme Court judgments which have significant...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 22:05, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Hertfordshire and North London - November 2015

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

Independent report: External Evaluation of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: Baseline Report
seen at 22:04, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The UK National Action Plan sets out the Government’s priorities on Women, Peace and Security from 2014-17. It is the guiding national policy document that provides the direction and vision to the Government...

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 21:57, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 21:49, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Transparency data: Ministerial quarterly returns 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015
seen at 21:49, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Ministerial quarterly returns information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015 for:

Secretary of State Theresa Villiers Minister of State Robathan Minister of State Murrison
Guidance: H1 Environmental risk assessment for permits: overview and annexes
seen at 21:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We have removed the H1 Software Tool user guide from GOV.UK. An updated version of the software tool and user guide are available on request from the Environment Agency.

H1 is the starting point...

Transparency data: NIO Special Advisor's Quarterly Information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015
seen at 21:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Release of quarterly information from 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015 in respect of NIO Special Advisor

Correspondence: G6 statement: commitment to fighting terrorism
seen at 21:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This G6 statement outlining a joint commitment to fighting terrorism was made at a meeting in London on 9 and 10 December 2015.

The meeting was hosted by the Rt Hon Theresa May MP.

The following...

FOI release: FOI Introduction of price caps for agency staff: internal communications
seen at 21:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Internal advice and communications between Monitor, NHS TDA and DH regarding the introduction of the price caps for agency staff.

Guidance: Agent update: issue 51
seen at 21:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Guidance and news for tax agents and advisers.

If you’d like HMRC to send you email reminders when future editions of Agent update are published submit your details to HMRC.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 21:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 14 December 2015

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Guidance: Mexico – List of Lawyers
seen at 21:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of lawyers update

The following list of English speaking lawyers and translators/interpreters has been prepared for the convenience of British Nationals who require legal advice

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 21:32, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 21:32, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 21:31, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 21:31, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Form: Meningococcal disease: enhanced surveillance forms
seen at 21:23, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MENSV01, MENSV02, sample submission form (MenSAM01) and letters.

Forms aimed at health protection teams and health professionals regarding suspected and confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease enhanced surveillance plan
seen at 21:22, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated surveillance plan and flow chart.

The national surveillance protocol for invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in England has been extended in recognition of:

changes to the meningococcal...
Corporate report: Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations annual report: 2014 to 2015
seen at 21:22, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (CRFCA) gives advice and assistance to the Defence Council and to the army, navy and air force on matters that concern reserves and cadets.

Corporate report: Royal Naval Museum accounts 2014/15
seen at 21:20, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament pursuant to the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000 (Audit of Public Bodies) Order 2012.

Guidance: Ukraine – Consular Fees
seen at 21:20, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 7 Dec 2015

A full list of Consular fees

Corporate report: Help to Buy (HMT) Limited: annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 21:20, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

First annual report and accounts of Help to Buy (HMT) Limited for the period 4 September 2013 to 30 September 2014.

This paper was filed with Companies House in accordance with the Companies Act 2006...

Open consultation: Competition and Markets Authority annual plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 21:19, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation on draft annual plan launched.

This draft version of the CMA’s annual plan for 2016 to 2017 sets out our plans and priorities for the forthcoming year. It is intended to give partners...

Guidance: Inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown: statement and consent form
seen at 21:19, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Use these forms to:

inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown give UKVI permission to use information about your estranged spouse/partner
Guidance: Defined pricing structure (DPS)
seen at 21:15, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of remaining DPS templates

Regulation 22(9) of the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 states that: “In preparing a report, a contractor must have regard to any relevant guidance...

Guidance: Drug Safety Update: monthly PDF newsletter
seen at 21:14, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: Drug Safety Update - December 2015

You can search for individual articles in our online version of the Drug Safety Update.

Previous monthly editions of Drug Safety Update ...

Form: Academies August accounts return template and guide
seen at 21:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Education Funding Agency has updated the page with a link to the video of the webinar for academy trusts on the most challenging aspects of the August accounts return.

The Education Funding...

FOI release: Trade union membership among Polish employees in the UK
seen at 21:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on the proportion of trade union membership for UK employees who are Polish nationals or born in Poland. The data is for the fourth quarter of 2014.

The information has...

Consultation outcome: Digital forensics method validation: draft guidance
seen at 21:10, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Details of second consultation published.

This draft guidance was commissioned following a competitive tendering process. It is issued to allow comments from interested parties. All comments will...

Guidance: Deprivation of liberty safeguards: Supreme Court judgments
seen at 21:09, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards as a result of the Supreme Court Judgments.

The Department has updated its guidance as a result of Supreme Court judgments which have significant...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 21:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Hertfordshire and North London - November 2015

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

Independent report: External Evaluation of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: Baseline Report
seen at 21:06, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The UK National Action Plan sets out the Government’s priorities on Women, Peace and Security from 2014-17. It is the guiding national policy document that provides the direction and vision to the Government...

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 20:58, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 20:49, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Transparency data: Ministerial quarterly returns 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015
seen at 20:48, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Ministerial quarterly returns information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015 for:

Secretary of State Theresa Villiers Minister of State Robathan Minister of State Murrison
Guidance: H1 Environmental risk assessment for permits: overview and annexes
seen at 20:35, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We have removed the H1 Software Tool user guide from GOV.UK. An updated version of the software tool and user guide are available on request from the Environment Agency.

H1 is the starting point...

Transparency data: NIO Special Advisor's Quarterly Information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015
seen at 20:35, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Release of quarterly information from 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015 in respect of NIO Special Advisor

Correspondence: G6 statement: commitment to fighting terrorism
seen at 20:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This G6 statement outlining a joint commitment to fighting terrorism was made at a meeting in London on 9 and 10 December 2015.

The meeting was hosted by the Rt Hon Theresa May MP.

The following...

FOI release: FOI Introduction of price caps for agency staff: internal communications
seen at 20:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Internal advice and communications between Monitor, NHS TDA and DH regarding the introduction of the price caps for agency staff.

Guidance: Agent update: issue 51
seen at 20:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Guidance and news for tax agents and advisers.

If you’d like HMRC to send you email reminders when future editions of Agent update are published submit your details to HMRC.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 20:34, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 14 December 2015

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Guidance: Mexico – List of Lawyers
seen at 20:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of lawyers update

The following list of English speaking lawyers and translators/interpreters has been prepared for the convenience of British Nationals who require legal advice

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 20:33, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 20:32, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 20:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 20:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Press release: David Cameron meeting with Nicola Sturgeon: 14 December 2015
seen at 20:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Earlier today, the Prime Minister met with the First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon MSP, at 10 Downing Street.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister and First Minister agreed on ways to strengthen...

Form: Meningococcal disease: enhanced surveillance forms
seen at 19:14, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MENSV01, MENSV02, sample submission form (MenSAM01) and letters.

Forms aimed at health protection teams and health professionals regarding suspected and confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease enhanced surveillance plan
seen at 19:14, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated surveillance plan and flow chart.

The national surveillance protocol for invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in England has been extended in recognition of:

changes to the meningococcal...
Corporate report: Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations annual report: 2014 to 2015
seen at 19:14, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (CRFCA) gives advice and assistance to the Defence Council and to the army, navy and air force on matters that concern reserves and cadets.

Corporate report: Royal Naval Museum accounts 2014/15
seen at 19:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament pursuant to the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000 (Audit of Public Bodies) Order 2012.

Guidance: Ukraine – Consular Fees
seen at 19:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 7 Dec 2015

A full list of Consular fees

Corporate report: Help to Buy (HMT) Limited: annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 19:12, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

First annual report and accounts of Help to Buy (HMT) Limited for the period 4 September 2013 to 30 September 2014.

This paper was filed with Companies House in accordance with the Companies Act 2006...

Open consultation: Competition and Markets Authority annual plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 19:11, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation on draft annual plan launched.

This draft version of the CMA’s annual plan for 2016 to 2017 sets out our plans and priorities for the forthcoming year. It is intended to give partners...

Guidance: Inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown: statement and consent form
seen at 19:11, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Use these forms to:

inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown give UKVI permission to use information about your estranged spouse/partner
Guidance: Defined pricing structure (DPS)
seen at 19:08, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of remaining DPS templates

Regulation 22(9) of the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 states that: “In preparing a report, a contractor must have regard to any relevant guidance...

Guidance: Drug Safety Update: monthly PDF newsletter
seen at 19:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: Drug Safety Update - December 2015

You can search for individual articles in our online version of the Drug Safety Update.

Previous monthly editions of Drug Safety Update ...

Form: Academies August accounts return template and guide
seen at 19:06, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Education Funding Agency has updated the page with a link to the video of the webinar for academy trusts on the most challenging aspects of the August accounts return.

The Education Funding...

FOI release: Trade union membership among Polish employees in the UK
seen at 19:06, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on the proportion of trade union membership for UK employees who are Polish nationals or born in Poland. The data is for the fourth quarter of 2014.

The information has...

Consultation outcome: Digital forensics method validation: draft guidance
seen at 19:03, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Details of second consultation published.

This draft guidance was commissioned following a competitive tendering process. It is issued to allow comments from interested parties. All comments will...

Guidance: Deprivation of liberty safeguards: Supreme Court judgments
seen at 19:03, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards as a result of the Supreme Court Judgments.

The Department has updated its guidance as a result of Supreme Court judgments which have significant...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 19:02, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Hertfordshire and North London - November 2015

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

Independent report: External Evaluation of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: Baseline Report
seen at 19:00, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The UK National Action Plan sets out the Government’s priorities on Women, Peace and Security from 2014-17. It is the guiding national policy document that provides the direction and vision to the Government...

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 18:53, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Guidance: Chemical recovery navigation tool (CRNT)
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised chemical recovery tool.

Download the Adobe Flash Player

Each chemical incident is unique and requires a site-specific assessment.

The chemical recovery decision ...

Guidance: Radiation recovery navigation tool: drinking water supplies (Rad RNT)
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This tool guides users through the 8-step process in the UK Recovery Handbook for Radiation Incidents (UKRHRI) for inhabited areas.

Providing a summary of information required at each step, the...

Guidance: Radiation recovery navigation tool: inhabited areas (Rad RNT)
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This tool guides users through the 8-step process in the UK recovery handbook for radiation incidents (UKRHRI) for inhabited areas.

Providing a summary of information required at each step, the...

Guidance: Radiation recovery navigation tool: food production (Rad RNT)
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This tool guides users through the 8-step process in the UK recovery handbook for radiation incidents (UKRHRI) for inhabited areas.

Providing a summary of information required at each step, the...

Transparency data: Ministerial quarterly returns 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015
seen at 18:46, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Ministerial quarterly returns information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015 for:

Secretary of State Theresa Villiers Minister of State Robathan Minister of State Murrison
Guidance: H1 Environmental risk assessment for permits: overview and annexes
seen at 18:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We have removed the H1 Software Tool user guide from GOV.UK. An updated version of the software tool and user guide are available on request from the Environment Agency.

H1 is the starting point...

Transparency data: NIO Special Advisor's Quarterly Information 1 July 2014- 31 March 2015
seen at 18:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Release of quarterly information from 1 July 2014 - 31 March 2015 in respect of NIO Special Advisor

Correspondence: G6 statement: commitment to fighting terrorism
seen at 18:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This G6 statement outlining a joint commitment to fighting terrorism was made at a meeting in London on 9 and 10 December 2015.

The meeting was hosted by the Rt Hon Theresa May MP.

The following...

FOI release: FOI Introduction of price caps for agency staff: internal communications
seen at 18:33, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Internal advice and communications between Monitor, NHS TDA and DH regarding the introduction of the price caps for agency staff.

Guidance: Agent update: issue 51
seen at 18:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Guidance and news for tax agents and advisers.

If you’d like HMRC to send you email reminders when future editions of Agent update are published submit your details to HMRC.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 18:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 14 December 2015

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Guidance: Mexico – List of Lawyers
seen at 18:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of lawyers update

The following list of English speaking lawyers and translators/interpreters has been prepared for the convenience of British Nationals who require legal advice

OLIO: Can we Disrupt Food Waste?
seen at 18:32, 14 December in Tech City UK – Programmes, Research, Events – Homepage (Our copy).

As the food waste management industries grows, we caught up with a company which is fast becoming a shining star in the sector, OLIO, on how the startup sees the area evolving in the coming years

 ...

Case 385 – School bus separates boys and girls to comply with health and safety
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A bus company providing contracted service to a school stated that they separated boys and girls on their school bus in order to comply with health and safety regulations.

Construction firm fined over unsafe work practises during refurbishment
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
J B Barbour and Co Ltd, has been fined after a worker was killed when he was struck by a falling signage and fascia assembly, during shop fitting work at a retail unit.
Three companies fined after worker lost his life
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Three companies have been fined for safety failings after a concrete panel fell from a lorry and killed a worker.
Builder fined after sacks of rubble thrown from building window
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A Coalville construction firm working in Leicester has been sentenced after workers were spotted throwing sacks of rubble from a building project opposite a police station.
Metal company prosecuted after employee falls from height
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Manchester Galvanising Ltd, a manufacturer of coated metals, was fined after an employee suffered a fractured foot and shoulder after falling three metres from a ladder into a drying pit.
Two companies fined after death of wind turbine technician
seen at 18:31, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Siemens Public Limited Company (plc) and RWE Innogy UK Limited (RWE) were fined after 27-year-old Colin Sinclair was killed when he came into contact with the unguarded rotating shaft of a gearbox within a turbine...
News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 18:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 18:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

Domestic implications of the “Paris Agreement” to combat climate change
seen at 18:30, 14 December in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

The UK’s 2008 Climate Change Act was passed, with broad cross-party support, as part of the UK’s contribution to the global effort to address dangerous levels of future climate change. The Committee on Climate...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Press release: Award of learning contracts to provide training for civil servants
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today awarded 2 new contracts that will deliver high quality, innovative learning. Two consortia, headed up by KPMG and Korn Ferry Hay Group, will deliver learning programmes for civil servants...

Speech: David Gauke sets out vision for making tax digital
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Good afternoon, and welcome to HMRC’s first-ever Christmas conference.

It’s been quite a year – two Budgets, a Spending Review, an Autumn Statement, and of course a General Election.

Lots of ...

News story: North west England floods 2015: government response
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with further announcement.

Government departments, councils and the Environment Agency are working together to do everything they can to help communities recover from the extreme weather...

Press release: Reappointment of Chief Executive for the Natural Environment Research Council
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Universities and Science Minister Jo Johnson today (14 December 2015) announced the reappointment of Professor Duncan Wingham as Chief Executive of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC).

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Statement to Parliament: Aviation capacity
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission Mr Speaker I would like to make a statement about airport policy.

Aviation is a British success story.

Today we have the third-largest aviation network in the world — second only...

News story: CMA consults on cement price announcement order and release of undertakings
seen at 18:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) consulted on the proposed order in September and following changes made as a result of responses received to the first consultation, is now consulting on an...

Transparency data: Legal Aid Agency spend over £25,000: 2015
seen at 17:09, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2015 data published

HM Treasury (HMT) require that all central government departments publish monthly data of their spend transactions over &pound;25,000 by the end of the following...

Transparency data: National Offender Management Service spend over £25,000: 2015
seen at 17:08, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2015 data published

NOMS spending over &pound;25,000 data for 2015.

HM Treasury (HMT) require that all central government departments publish monthly data of their spend transactions...

Transparency data: MOJ arm's length bodies spend over £25,000: September 2015
seen at 17:07, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

MOJ arm’s length bodies’ spending over &pound;25,000 data for September 2015.

Transparency data: Ministry of Justice spend over £25,000: 2015
seen at 17:06, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2015 data published

Guidance on Ministry of Justice (MOJ) over &pound;25,000 data for 2015.

Over &pound;25,000 transparency spend data are taken from the MOJ Aramis finance...

Transparency data: Monitor: board papers for 17 Dec 2015 meeting
seen at 17:05, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Since 1 July 2012, Monitor has been holding board meetings in public, unless there are special reasons not to do so.

If you are interested in attending a board meeting please send an email to board...

Guidance: Apprenticeship standards in development
seen at 17:04, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated occupations approved for the development of an apprenticeship standard list.

Employers are encourage to be involved in trailblazer projects so that they can help develop new standards...

Corporate report: National DNA Database: annual report, 2014 to 2015
seen at 17:03, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the activities of the National DNA Database (NDNAD) from 2014 to 2015.

The annual report gives information on:

the NDNAD’s priorities and progress during 2014 to 2015 governance...
Official Statistics: Water situation report: east of England
seen at 17:02, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with November's report.

Summary of rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the east of England.

Open consultation: Consultation on Changes to ONS Products 2015
seen at 17:02, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The digital and data revolution has arrived, giving us access to more data than ever before; we need to make changes to keep pace with it. We are transforming into a fully data-capable organisation, equipped ...

Form: Meningococcal disease: enhanced surveillance forms
seen at 17:02, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MENSV01, MENSV02, sample submission form (MenSAM01) and letters.

Forms aimed at health protection teams and health professionals regarding suspected and confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal...

Decision: CAC Outcome: GMB & Metallink Fluid Power Systems
seen at 17:02, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The decisions set out:

names of CAC panel members name of the case manager issue in dispute views of the parties considerations of the panel final decision
Guidance: Meningococcal disease enhanced surveillance plan
seen at 17:01, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated surveillance plan and flow chart.

The national surveillance protocol for invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) in England has been extended in recognition of:

changes to the meningococcal...
Corporate report: Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations annual report: 2014 to 2015
seen at 17:01, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Council of Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Associations (CRFCA) gives advice and assistance to the Defence Council and to the army, navy and air force on matters that concern reserves and cadets.

Corporate report: Royal Naval Museum accounts 2014/15
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament pursuant to the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000 (Audit of Public Bodies) Order 2012.

Notice: TR4 8EE, Mr Derek Mears: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in its...

Notice: TN30 7ES, Mr Kenneth Simpson: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in its...

Notice: IP7 7HF, Anglian Water Services Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in its...

Guidance: Ukraine – Consular Fees
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 7 Dec 2015

A full list of Consular fees

Corporate report: Help to Buy (HMT) Limited: annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 16:59, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

First annual report and accounts of Help to Buy (HMT) Limited for the period 4 September 2013 to 30 September 2014.

This paper was filed with Companies House in accordance with the Companies Act 2006...

Open consultation: Competition and Markets Authority annual plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 16:58, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation on draft annual plan launched.

This draft version of the CMA’s annual plan for 2016 to 2017 sets out our plans and priorities for the forthcoming year. It is intended to give partners...

Guidance: Inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown: statement and consent form
seen at 16:58, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Use these forms to:

inform UKVI of a relationship breakdown give UKVI permission to use information about your estranged spouse/partner
Guidance: Defined pricing structure (DPS)
seen at 16:55, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of remaining DPS templates

Regulation 22(9) of the Single Source Contract Regulations 2014 states that: “In preparing a report, a contractor must have regard to any relevant guidance...

Guidance: Drug Safety Update: monthly PDF newsletter
seen at 16:53, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: Drug Safety Update - December 2015

You can search for individual articles in our online version of the Drug Safety Update.

Previous monthly editions of Drug Safety Update ...

Form: Academies August accounts return template and guide
seen at 16:52, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Education Funding Agency has updated the page with a link to the video of the webinar for academy trusts on the most challenging aspects of the August accounts return.

The Education Funding...

FOI release: Trade union membership among Polish employees in the UK
seen at 16:52, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

This release provides information on the proportion of trade union membership for UK employees who are Polish nationals or born in Poland. The data is for the fourth quarter of 2014.

The information has...

Consultation outcome: Digital forensics method validation: draft guidance
seen at 16:50, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Details of second consultation published.

This draft guidance was commissioned following a competitive tendering process. It is issued to allow comments from interested parties. All comments will...

Guidance: Deprivation of liberty safeguards: Supreme Court judgments
seen at 16:50, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards as a result of the Supreme Court Judgments.

The Department has updated its guidance as a result of Supreme Court judgments which have significant...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: south east
seen at 16:48, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Hertfordshire and North London - November 2015

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

Independent report: External Evaluation of the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security: Baseline Report
seen at 16:47, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

The UK National Action Plan sets out the Government’s priorities on Women, Peace and Security from 2014-17. It is the guiding national policy document that provides the direction and vision to the Government...

Guidance: Budget and Autumn Statement representations: guidance
seen at 16:47, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: representations for Budget 2016 are now open

Guidance on how to submit a Budget or Autumn Statement representation, which is a written representation from an interest group, individual or representative...

Independent report: Evaluation of: Improving Food Security for the People of Gaza programme
seen at 16:40, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

As a result of the Israeli blockade and successive Israeli military operations targeting Gaza, the last few years have seen the progressive destruction of Gaza’s economy, resulting in massively reduced employment...

Open consultation: Open Government Partnership: UK national action plan 2016
seen at 16:40, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Closing date extended to 25 February 2016.

The Open Government Partnership (OGP) was established in 2011. It provides an international platform for reformers committed to making their governments...

Guidance: Employer sponsorship: restricted certificate allocations
seen at 16:40, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated allocations of restricted certificates of sponsorship for December 2015.

This document lists the number of restricted certificates allocated to employer sponsors by month, for foreign...

Promotional material: Emergency services mobile communications programme
seen at 16:40, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published details of main contracts awarded.

The emergency services mobile communications programme will provide a new communication system for the 3 emergency services and other public safety ...

Map: Enterprise Zones
seen at 16:32, 14 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: new maps for Tees Valley, Wirral and Black Country EZs added

Enterprise Zones are designed to encourage economic growth and investment. Enhanced capital allowances are first-year...

Warwickshire tradesman fined after employee lost fingers
seen at 16:32, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Richard John Pullinger, a sole trader that recycles cardboard in Polesworth, was fined after a 19-year-old employee suffered severe damage to his left hand when it was drawn into a roller press that had no guards...
Builder sentenced for endangering young family
seen at 16:32, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A Chelmsford builder has received a suspended prison sentence after his faulty design and workmanship led to a family being exposed to deadly exhaust fumes from a gas boiler.
Worker loses tips of two fingers in band saw
seen at 16:32, 14 December in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A company who are fabricators of ducting for the building industry have been fined after a worker lost the tips of two fingers while working with a band saw.
News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 16:32, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

News story: Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015
seen at 16:31, 14 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Updated: Added - Annex to the Joint Statement on the United Kingdom-India Summit 2015: Commercial announcements made during the visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister David Cameron met in...

World leaders reach historic deal to tackle climate change
seen at 16:31, 14 December in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Diplomatic efforts and international willingness to compromise brought a historic climate agreement in Paris this weekend as 196 countries agreed a landmark deal to tackle global warming. The 21st Conference ...

Press release: PM calls for EU-wide ban on high-powered semi-automatic weapons
seen at 16:31, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Prime Minister will call for an EU-wide ban on high-powered semi-automatic weapons at the European Council later this week, as part of a long term plan to counter terrorism.

As European leaders...

News story: National Space Policy: science fiction into science fact
seen at 16:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

As Britain’s first European Space Agency astronaut prepares for his historic launch to the International Space Station (ISS) on 15 December, the Government is publishing the UK’s first ever National Space Policy...

News story: Regulatory Policy Committee publishes latest opinions
seen at 16:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).
National Living Wage

Of the 20 published, those of note include, a ‘fit for purpose’ green opinion on the National Living Wage. The objective of this proposal is to introduce, from April 2016, ...

Press release: Award of learning contracts to provide training for civil servants
seen at 16:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today awarded 2 new contracts that will deliver high quality, innovative learning. Two consortia, headed up by KPMG and Korn Ferry Hay Group, will deliver learning programmes for civil servants...

News story: Christmas and New Year opening times 2015
seen at 16:30, 14 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Office of the Traffic Commissioner and Central Licensing Office will close at 4pm on Christmas eve and New Year’s eve, with the CLO public counter closing at 2pm on each of these days.

The DVSA contact...