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31 December 2016

News story: New Year 2017: Prime Minister's message
seen at 22:30, 31 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Watch the Prime Minister’s New Year message.

Prime Minister Theresa May said:

The New Year is a time to reflect on what has passed and to look ahead to the opportunities to come. And...

News story: United Nations Security Council welcomes efforts to end violence in Syria
seen at 20:30, 31 December in News and communications (Our copy).

On 31 December 2016 the United Nations Security Council voted in favour of resolution 2336. The UK’s explanation of vote is below.

Mr President.

The United Kingdom supports all efforts to maintain...

30 December 2016

News story: The Military Division of the New Years Honours list 2017
seen at 23:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

A total of 38 civilians have also been honoured either for their work in the MOD or in other aspects of Defence. The serving personnel named in the New Year Honours List for 2017 are listed below.

In ...

News story: 2017 New Year Honours for health and social care services
seen at 23:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

People from across the health and care community have been acknowledged for their service in the latest New Year Honours awards.

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the British Empire Sir ...
Press release: Communities Secretary congratulates New Year's Honours 2017 recipients
seen at 23:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Communities Secretary Sajid Javid offered his congratulations to people who have been awarded a New Year’s Honour for their work in local government, charities and communities.

Communities Secretary Sajid...

Press release: Welsh Secretary: New Year’s Honours
seen at 23:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

It is always appropriate that we end the year recognising those who have given their time, commitment and dedication to benefit the lives of others.

These Honours acknowledge the extraordinary Welsh...

News story: New Year Honours 2017: education, children’s services, equalities
seen at 23:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The New Year 2017 Honours list published on Friday 30 December 2016 recognises over 120 people for their contribution to education or children’s services, and those who have made a difference to equality and ...

Press release: More junior officers honoured with Queen’s Police Medals
seen at 22:30, 30 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Nine rank and file police officers have been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Police Medal by Her Majesty The Queen as part of her New Year’s Honours – 3 times the number honoured in the 2016 Birthday...

Press release: New Year's Honours 2017
seen at 22:30, 30 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Each recipient exemplifies the very best of our nation, from one of our oldest recipients, 94-year-old Janet Gillespie receiving a British Empire Medal (BEM) for her charitable service, having spent over 60 years...

News story: Avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017
seen at 16:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Routine editorial update, including link to report of highly pathogenic avian influenza (bird flu) H5N8 found in wild birds.

We have brought together key information about avian influenza (bird...

News story: Agency highlights 2016
seen at 16:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency is focussed on protecting and promoting public health through its three centres: Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD), National Institute for Biological...

News story: Health warnings issued after colder weather arrives
seen at 14:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated story with latest warning.

Latest update

Fresh warnings are being issued by Public Health England today, as the Met Office forecasts a return of the cold weather which struck earlier this...

Press release: Avian influenza (bird flu) confirmed in wild birds in England and Scotland
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Read avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017 or avian influenza (bird flu) detailed guidance for the latest information.

The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed two ...

News story: Plans to let learner drivers have motorway driving lessons revealed
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Learner drivers will be able to take driving lessons on motorways before passing their driving test under new plans set out today (30 December 2016) by Transport Minister Andrew Jones.

At the moment, ...

Press release: Planned roadworks in East Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 2 January to Sunday 8 January 2016
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 30 December but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our...

Press release: Planned road works in West Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 2 January to Sunday 8 January 2017
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 29 December 2016 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, BANES, Wiltshire, West Dorset and Devon: weekly summary for Monday 2 January to Sunday 8 January 2017
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of the above date but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: November 2016 Price Paid Data
seen at 11:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

This month’s Price Paid Data includes details of over 98,000 residential and commercial land and property sales in England and Wales lodged for registration in November 2016.

Of the 98,279 sales lodged...

Prime Minister’s office files (PREM) – 1989-90
seen at 10:30, 30 December in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).
Prime Minister Personal correspondence with Princess Margaret

Catalogue reference: PREM 19/2577

Date range: 9 January 1980 – 7 February 1980

This file contains two letters: a photocopy of...

Prime Minister’s papers from 1989 and 1990 released
seen at 10:30, 30 December in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).

Margaret Thatcher congratulates Helmet Kohl following the reunification of Germany (catalogue reference: PREM 19/3002)

Today we have released files from the Prime Minister’s Office and Cabinet Office...

News story: MHRA statement on products containing Cannabidiol (CBD)
seen at 10:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updates statement re: working with companies and trade bodies.

An MHRA spokesperson said:

We have come to the opinion that products containing cannabidiol (CBD) used for medical purposes...

News story: Defence leads the way on small business engagement
seen at 10:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

By simplifying Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts, the Department is making it easier for small businesses to work with Defence. The Department has reduced the number of pages of small and medium-size enterprise...

News story: DVSA sets out proposals to improve motorcycle training
seen at 09:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable road users. They account for around 1% of traffic on Great Britain’s roads, but 21% of deaths or serious injuries.

The proposed changes aim to reduce the number...

News story: DVSA sets out proposals to improve motorcycle training
seen at 02:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable road users. They account for around 1% of traffic on Great Britain’s roads, but 21% of deaths or serious injuries.

The proposed changes aim to reduce the number...

News story: Plans to let learner drivers have motorway driving lessons revealed
seen at 02:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Learner drivers will be able to take driving lessons on motorways before passing their driving test under new plans set out today (30 December 2016) by Transport Minister Andrew Jones.

At the moment, ...

Press release: Children warn of smoking risks in hard-hitting campaign
seen at 02:30, 30 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Public Health England (PHE) launches a campaign to highlight the damaging effect smoking has on the heart, as it is revealed that, in England, 45 people a day die of cardiovascular disease (CVD) caused by smoking...

29 December 2016

Press release: Psychoactive substances ban 6 months on: almost 500 arrests and first convictions
seen at 14:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The first offenders have been jailed under the new powers, which were introduced to tackle the menace of so-called legal highs – with more cases currently progressing through the criminal justice system.

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Press release: Driver advice for Wirral railway line closures
seen at 14:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The 6 month Wirral Loop Line Track Renewal programme, which begins on Tuesday 3 January, will mean no cross-river rail services for the first 6 weeks of the year with the Mersey Tunnels and surrounding routes...

News story: Videos, webinars, e-learning, and emails if you're self-employed
seen at 10:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updates dates and times for live webinars.

Videos

YouTube videos:

Self Assessment

short videos on Self Assessment help and deadlines

find out if you’re employed or self...

Press release: Gym users to get better deal in 2017
seen at 10:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Gym users have saved around &pound;37 million in recent years, following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) predecessor.

750,000 people have already directly benefited...

News story: Agent toolkits, digital meetings, webinars, e-learning and videos
seen at 09:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated dates and time for live webinars.

Agent toolkits

Toolkits have checklists of the most common errors HMRC sees in returns and tells you how to avoid them

Find out how to use Tax...

News story: Webinars and e-learning for anti-money laundering
seen at 09:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated dates and times for live webinars.

Webinars

Webinars can last for up to an hour. You can ask questions during the presentation and get answers from your HMRC host.

Register and ...

News story: Videos, webinars, e-learning and emails on VAT
seen at 09:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updates made to time and dates of webinars.

Videos

YouTube videos:

VAT and international trading VAT record keeping How to submit your VAT return online E-learning...
News story: Webinars, e-learning, emails and videos on employing people
seen at 09:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated dates and times for live webinars.

E-learning

Are you taking on staff and running a payroll? Get help here from our online guide Becoming an employer.

Find out about the...

News story: Videos and webinars about Self Assessment
seen at 09:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated dates and times for live webinars.

Videos Self Assessment help and deadlines videos

Short videos on Self Assessment help and deadlines.

Webinars

Webinars can last up to an hour...

News story: Barcode technology helping to improve patient safety
seen at 02:30, 29 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The barcode technology used in major industries such as aerospace and retail is being introduced to the NHS in England to improve patient safety. Barcodes are being placed on breast implants, replacement hips...

28 December 2016

News story: Update: air strikes against Daesh
seen at 20:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated strike update.

Latest update Thursday 22 December – Tornados destroyed a tank south-west of Sinjar in northern Iraq. Friday 23 December – Typhoons bombed a terrorist position north of...
News story: Find a new home for your Christmas tree
seen at 18:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Eight million real Christmas trees are bought every year in the UK, the equivalent of all the trees in London, but after the lights are switched off and the tinsel has come down, many end up discarded on the ...

News story: Health warnings issued after colder weather arrives
seen at 14:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Warnings have been issued across parts of England after forecast colder weather arrived across North West England, Yorkshire and the Humber, West Midlands, East Midlands and East of England.

A level 3...

Press release: Asian Muslims and black people do better in school, worse in work
seen at 11:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

In response to new research launched today, the Rt Hon Alan Milburn, chair of the Social Mobility Commission, said:

“Achievements at school not being translated into labour market success is a ...

News story: Counterfeit Christmas gifts seized by Border Force
seen at 10:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

18,000 bottles of “Paco Rabanne” and “Jean-Paul Gaultier” perfume, 3,000 cuddly toys and 941 “Nike Air Max” trainers were among tens of thousands of fake goods seized by Border Force in the weeks leading up to...

Press release: Government backs projects to help safeguard vulnerable children
seen at 10:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Nine projects with ambitious plans to tackle specific forms of abuse affecting children have been awarded a share of government grant funding in 2016 to 2018, worth more than &pound;2 million.

While...

Press release: Modern life responsible for ‘worrying’ health in middle aged
seen at 02:30, 28 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Eight out of 10 of the middle aged either weigh too much, drink too much or don’t exercise enough, as new analysis from Public Health England (PHE) out today (28 December 2016) shows modern life taking its toll...

27 December 2016

Press release: Warning on employing illegal workers as directors of 11 companies are disqualified
seen at 11:30, 27 December in News and communications (Our copy).

In all directors 11 separate businesses across the country have been disqualified recently, all of whom were already fined for employing illegal workers.

The disqualifications all follow investigations...

Press release: Inquiry finds lack of charitable activity and poor financial controls
seen at 11:30, 27 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission today announced the results of its inquiry into REDAID (former registered charity number 1108615).

The Commission gathered evidence that the charity was acting outside...

Press release: Eliminating electoral fraud in polling stations
seen at 02:30, 27 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today announced a number of measures to combat electoral fraud, including trialling the use of ID in polling stations.

Responding to Sir Eric Pickles’ report ‘Securing the...

Press release: Sir Eric Pickles publishes report into tackling electoral fraud
seen at 02:30, 27 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added information on the government's response

Former Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Sir Eric Pickles MP, was asked by the government last year to consider what...

26 December 2016

News story: UK and Japan strengthen civil nuclear ties
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed today (22 December 2016) between the UK and Japanese governments to strengthen cooperation between the 2 nations across a full range of civil nuclear activities.

News story: Update: air strikes against Daesh
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: update

Latest update

Thursday 15 December – Tornados provided close air support in difficult weather to Iraqi forces fighting in eastern and northern Mosul.

Sunday 18 ...

Press release: Poultry keepers urged to maintain biosecurity as avian influenza (bird flu) is confirmed in wild duck in Carmarthenshire
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Read avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017 or avian influenza (bird flu) detailed guidance for the latest information.

The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has reminded poultry...

News story: UK car production accelerates to highest level for 17 years
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK auto sector is having a great year according to the latest stats from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). Car production has reached its highest level since 1999, with over 1....

Press release: Charity watchdog’s action recovers spaniel rescue donations
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission today announced the results of its inquiry into Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Rescue Welfare (registered charity number 1104112).

On 23 April 2013 the Commission opened...

News story: MOD awards £46M to start Challenger 2 Tank life extension project competition
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The agreements, worth &pound;23 million each, signal the start of the competitive Assessment Phase. We are building the most adaptive force to meet the threats of the future and this phase will enable the...

Press release: Flexible hours key to working longer, says new report
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Forty seven per cent of workers responding to the latest British Social Attitudes Survey (BSAS) said that they would work longer before retiring if their employer were to offer more flexible hours.

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Press release: Commission opens consultation on the annual return
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has today announced a consultation for next year’s annual return. This consultation is part of a two-year project to...

Press release: Company fined after chemical leak at Sunderland site
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

A company has been fined after a chemical leak at its Sunderland site.

Tradebe Solvent Recycling Ltd, of Marlow, Buckinghamshire, appeared at Sunderland Magistrates Court on Wednesday, 21 December, where...

News story: UK organisations sign new deals in China
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

30 UK organisations participated in the largest ever healthcare mission to China, visiting Hangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Hong Kong.

The mission was timed to coincide with the UK-China...

Press release: Bingham man fined for illegal fishing
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

On 21 December 2016 at Nottingham Magistrates Court, Benjamin Haviland of Juniper Gardens, Bingham, was fined &pound;597 for fishing during the closed season.

Magistrates heard that on 28 May 2016...

Press release: Environment Agency urges people to check flood risk ahead of Christmas getaway
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Weather impacts have changed.

Heavy rainfall is expected across parts of the north-west of England and the Pennines on Friday, and possibly again later on Saturday and on Christmas Day. On Boxing...

News story: Minister for the Americas holds UK-Argentina summit
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added a Spanish translation

The UK and Argentina agreed to strengthen links and increase co-operation across a range of bilateral and international issues, following a two-day summit in London ...

News story: Foreign Secretary statement on Syria aid convoy attack
seen at 21:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Foreign Secretary said:

I welcome the Board of Inquiry’s report, which found that the aid convoy was attacked from the air, making it clear that the strike was carried out by forces of either the...

News story: Government launches new crackdown on passport fraud
seen at 20:32, 26 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Those who use the highly valuable travel document as a form of age identification at bars and clubs are at risk of it being lost or stolen and potentially falling into the hands of criminals.

Her Majesty...

News story: Home Secretary visits Britain’s biggest gurdwara
seen at 20:32, 26 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

The Home Secretary has visited the largest gurdwara outside India to discuss the importance of tackling hate crime against Sikhs.

Amber Rudd met with Sikh leaders and community groups at Sri Guru Singh...

News story: Government and retailers tackle knife crime together
seen at 20:32, 26 December in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Four new major retailers have joined the voluntary agreement to prevent the underage sale of knives, Minister for Vulnerability, Safeguarding and Countering Extremism Sarah Newton announced today (22 December...

Our new classroom resource: Christmas is cancelled!
seen at 20:31, 26 December in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).

‘Council have received informations that there was very wilful and strict observation of the day commonly called Christmas Day, throughout the cities of London and Westminster, by a general keeping of shops...

Firearm and Shotgun Certificates in England and Wales
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter of Confirmation as National Statistics

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Assessment Report 217 – Police Statistics in England and Wales

Statistics on Crime in England and Wales
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter of Confirmation as National Statistics

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Assessment Report 268 – Statistics on Crime in England and Wales

Statistics on Legal Aid in England and Wales
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter of Confirmation as National Statistics

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Assessment Report 325 – Statistics on Legal Aid in England and Wales

Statistics on Road Freight
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter of Confirmation as National Statistics

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Assessment Report 327 – Statistics on Road Freight

Papers from UK Statistics Authority meeting on 28 October 2016
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).
Papers from UK Statistics Authority meeting on 28 October 2016
Student Awards Agency for Scotland statistics report
seen at 20:31, 26 December in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter from Roger Halliday to Ed Humpherson regarding the Student Awards Agency for Scotland statistics report

Lansdown Lane - Men convicted of unlawful killings
seen at 20:31, 26 December in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
Matthew Gordon and Peter Wood have today been convicted at Bristol Crown Court of the unlawful killings of a four-year-old girl and three adult men.
Press release: £60 million boost for communities affected by second homeownership
seen at 20:31, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Community-led housing will be given a further boost today (23 December 2016) from a new annual &pound;60 million fund which will help almost 150 councils tackle the problem of high levels of second homeownership...

Press release: Appointment of the new Chief Electoral Officer for NI
seen at 20:31, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Virginia McVea succeeds Graham Shields, who is due to retire in January 2017. The appointment will be for a five year term.

Announcing the new appointment, Mr Brokenshire said:

I am delighted...

News story: Foreign Secretary’s Chanukah message
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said:

As friends and family prepare to come together to celebrate the Festival of Lights, I send my warmest wishes for a very happy and peaceful Chanukah to the Jewish...

News story: Prime Minister's 2016 Christmas message to the Falkland Islands
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Listen to the Prime Minister’s Christmas message to the Falkland Islands.

The Prime Minister said:

This Christmas is my first opportunity as Prime Minister to speak directly to you...

News story: Harwell nuclear site in Oxfordshire reaches platinum jubilee
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

In 1946, just as Britain was recovering from the end of the World War 2, pioneering scientists at Harwell introduced the UK to civil nuclear power – including development of western Europe’s first nuclear reactor...

Press release: Keep children safe online this Christmas - Top tips
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Mobile phones, tablets and laptops can open up a world of exploration, learning and fun and children should be encouraged to make the most of the benefits.

But there are also risks and dangers to being...

Press release: New charity investigation: One Nation
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has opened an investigation into the charity One Nation (registered charity number 1156200). The inquiry was opened ...

News story: New measures to protect consumers from debt claims
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (23 December 2016) announced a crackdown on unresolved debts which can damage people’s credit ratings without them knowing. The action comes after concerns were raised that companies ...

News story: Russia lists 150th Organisation Under ‘Foreign Agents’ Law
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The “Foreign Agents” law was introduced by the Russian Government in July 2012. It has the effect of making it much more difficult for civil society organisations to operate, by depriving them of vital overseas...

News story: Prime Minister Reappoints Dr Kim Winser to the Board of the Natural History Museum
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Dr Kim Winser OBE

A businesswoman with a wealth of experience in the retail industry, Kim Winser has a reputation for positioning and developing British brands both here and globally, building their online...

News story: Avoid and report internet scams and phishing
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

‘Phishing’ emails claim to be from a legitimate source and can look very realistic. In reality, they come from fraudsters looking to access personal information such as bank details or passwords. Fraudsters sending...

News story: Counterfeit Christmas gifts seized by Border Force
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

18,000 bottles of “Paco Rabanne” and “Jean-Paul Gaultier” perfume, 3,000 cuddly toys and 941 “Nike Air Max” trainers were among tens of thousands of fake goods seized by Border Force in the weeks leading up to...

News story: Chanukah 2016: Theresa May's message
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Prime Minister Theresa May said;

As Jewish families around the world gather to light the first candle on their Chanukah, I want to wish everyone celebrating this festival of light a very happy and ...

Press release: Joint statement on Libya
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

One year after the signing of the Libyan Political Agreement (LPA) in Skhirat, Morocco, the Governments of France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States commend the Presidency Council...

Press release: Avian influenza (bird flu) confirmed in wild birds in England and Scotland
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer has confirmed two wild birds in England have tested positive for H5N8 strain of Avian Influenza.

The two confirmed findings in dead wild wigeons from Somerset and Leicestershire...

News story: Avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

We have brought together key information about avian influenza (bird flu) risks in this news story, which is regularly updated if the situation changes.

Avian influenza (bird flu) is a disease of birds...

Press release: Foreign Secretary statement on Syria
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

On Monday 19 December the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2328. The Resolution demanded full access for the UN across Syria and requested it to monitor the evacuations from eastern Aleppo and to ensure...

News story: Foreign Secretary statement on the ceasefire in eastern Ukraine
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

After intense fighting over recent days, a ceasefire in eastern Ukraine has been agreed to start on 24 December, following negotiations in the Trilateral Contact Group (Ukraine, Russia and the Organisation for...

Press release: Seven million trees to be planted as part of HS2 first phase
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).
HS2 to create 650 ha of new woodland between London and Birmingham Crowders Nurseries appointed to grow 7 million trees and shrubs &pound;5 million woodland fund available

More than 650 hectares ...

News story: Prime Minister's Christmas 2016 message to the Armed Forces
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Watch the Prime Minister’s Christmas message to members of the Armed Forces and their families.

Prime Minister Theresa May said:

There is no greater honour for me, as Prime Minister...

News story: NHS to serve nearly 400,000 lunches this Christmas day
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The NHS will serve nearly 400,000 lunches this Christmas day, with patients tucking into what could be the world’s biggest festive meal.

Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt praised all those who will be working...

News story: British troops send their loved ones messages for Christmas
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Thousands of Armed Forces personnel are working across the globe this Christmas to help keep Britain safe at home and abroad. They are deployed in a variety of environments and on numerous operations of different...

News story: Christmas 2016: Prime Minister's message
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Prime Minister Theresa May said:

This year, the United Kingdom has had much to celebrate. Her Majesty The Queen celebrated her 90th birthday, surrounded by the Royal Family and well-wishers from across...

Press release: Scam warning issued as company targeting the elderly is shut down
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Souza Healthcare Ltd, a London-based company, that sold overpriced health supplements, specifically targeting elderly and vulnerable consumers was wound up by the High Court following an investigation by the ...

News story: Boxing Day deal on mortgages for Armed Forces
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Defence Minister Mark Lancaster announced the move on Boxing Day as part of the Armed Forces Covenant, which the government enshrined in law as a promise from the nation that the Forces community is treated fairly...

Press release: Warning on employing illegal workers as directors of 11 companies are disqualifi
seen at 20:30, 26 December in News and communications (Our copy).

In all directors 11 separate businesses across the country have been disqualified recently, all of whom were already fined for employing illegal workers.

The disqualifications all follow investigations...

19 December 2016

Transparency data: Department for International Development: spending over £500, November 2016
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

DFID publishes details of all departmental spending over &pound;500 on a monthly basis.

Correspondence: Justice system assisted digital strategy consultation: SSAC response
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This is the Social Security Advisory Committee’s (SSAC’s) response to the government consultation on Transforming our justice system: assisted digital strategy.

The consultation outlined what the...

Policy paper: Settlement funding assessment calculation model: provisional local government finance settlement 2017 to 2018
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Settlement funding assessment calculation model was updated on 19 December to include an additional footnote.

The settlement funding assessment calculation model for 2017 to 2018 sets out the...

Official Statistics: Child Maintenance Service inbound and outbound calls: Jan to Sept 2016
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This ad-hoc publication includes both inbound calls made from clients to the CMS and outbound calls made from the CMS to clients.

The number of inbound calls is the number of calls made from clients to...

Policy paper: Core spending power: visible lines of funding 2017 to 2018
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Core spending power: visible lines of funding table was updated on 19 December to improve functionality.

Supporting tables showing funding elements which have been kept visible in the core ...

Corporate report: Business Plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The OISC corporate plan is for the period 2012 to 2017. The business plan is for the period 2016 to 2017. Both plans look at improving the organisation’s effectiveness and objectives.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added week commencing 19 December 2016

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 and...

Official Statistics: River Tees daily upstream fish counts
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated daily fish count data.

The counter began in July 2011.

Official Statistics: River Tees monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count data.

The counter began in July 2011.

Official Statistics: River Tyne daily upstream fish counts
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated daily fish count data.

The counter began in June 1996.

Official Statistics: River Tyne monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count data.

The counter began in June 1996.

Official Statistics: River Wear daily upstream fish counts
seen at 18:37, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated fish count data.

The counter began in November 1994.

Official Statistics: River Wear monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 18:36, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count.

The counter began in November 1994.

Research and analysis: Low Pay Commission research autumn 2016
seen at 18:36, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Resolution Foundation research uploaded.

The findings and any views expressed are those of the authors, and are not necessarily endorsed by the LPC. One more report, from RAND Europe, will be available...

Decision: Foston pig unit and anaerobic digestion plant, Foston, Derbyshire
seen at 18:36, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update added to latest news section and appeal decision document added

The decision taken by the Environment Agency to refuse a permit application for a pig unit and anaerobic digestion plant in...

FOI release: Oxford to Cambridge Expressway: stage 3 report FOI
seen at 18:36, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

A request was made under the Environmental Information Regulations requesting details plans that were produced to enable work to be carried out on the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway Study.

Policy paper: Adoption: a vision for change
seen at 18:36, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added a letter from Edward Timpson explaining how the government plans to improve adoption support.

This paper sets out:

progress since 2010 current challenges our vision for the adoption...
National Statistics: Phonics screening check and key stage 1 assessments: England 2016
seen at 18:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated tables to include data on disadvantaged pupils.

This statistical first release (SFR) provides information on the achievements of pupils in the 2016 phonics screening check and at key stage...

Consultation outcome: National Minimum Wage: 2013 - 2014 Evidence
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: One attachment deleted at the request of the author.

This consultation invites submissions of evidence to inform the Low Pay Commission’s report on the National Minimum Wage (NMW).

The ...

Form: Apply for a goods vehicle operator’s licence (GV79)
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annex B (GV79) updated to reflect revised financial standing levels for operators.

Use these forms to apply for a goods vehicle operator’s licence.

You can apply for an operator...

Form: Application for a PSV operator’s licence (PSV421)
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annex A (PSV421) updated to reflect revised financial standing levels for operators.

Use this form to apply for a public service vehicle (PSV) operator’s licence.

You can apply...

Statutory guidance: Traffic commissioners: finance, January 2017
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The Senior Traffic Commissioner for Great Britain issues guidance and directions under section 4C(1) of the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981 (as amended).

This guidance explains how the...

Notice: Tariff Notice 41 (2016): non-electrical lamps and lighting fittings
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The attached document is classified by HM Revenue and Customs as a tariff notice and contains information about how to correctly classify certain goods for import and export purposes.

Correspondence: Secretary of State letter to DFID suppliers - December 2016
seen at 18:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The Secretary of State has written a letter to DFID’s suppliers reiterating the standards we expect of them and setting out new safeguards we have put in place.

Statement to Parliament: PM Commons statement on the European Council: 19 December 2016
seen at 18:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on last week’s European Council.

Both the UK and the rest of the EU are preparing for the negotiations that will begin when we trigger Article...

News story: UK welcomes vote defending role of UN Expert
seen at 18:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

An important vote took place at the United Nations in New York on Monday 19 December 2016 on a proposed amendment to the UN resolution entitled ‘Report of the Human Rights Council’. This amendment sought to delay...

Press release: Minister for Africa statement on the political situation in DRC
seen at 18:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Commenting on the last day of President Kabila’s constitutional mandate, the Minister for Africa, Tobias Ellwood, said:

I am deeply disappointed that elections did not take place in the Democratic ...

News story: Minister Ellwood statement on Lebanon cabinet
seen at 18:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

Minister Ellwood said:

I congratulate President Aoun and Prime Minister Hariri on the formation of Lebanon’s new cabinet. This is another important step forward for Lebanon, and I hope agreement of...

Statement to Parliament: Statement to Commons on HMP Birmingham
seen at 18:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission, Mr Speaker, I should like to make a statement about the serious disturbance at HMP Birmingham on Friday.

I want to begin by paying tribute to the bravery and dedication of the prison ...

Guidance: Leptospirosis: enhanced surveillance protocol
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The pilot-enhanced surveillance system is aimed at improving our understanding of leptospirosis in the UK to enable further development of guidance and policy.

The pilot will run for 6 months and will...

Guidance: DCMS Sectors Economic Estimates Methodology
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Detail about constituent SIC codes has been added.

About

This document sets out the methodology behind the Economic Estimates for DCMS Sectors. They are experimental Official Statistics published...

Guidance: School exclusion reviews data collection 2017: guide for LAs
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This guide lists details of the figures each local authority needs to provide to complete their school exclusion reviews survey. It also includes notes on completing the survey.

Guidance: Advanced learner loans qualifications catalogue
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of Advanced Learner Loans Qualification catalogue uploaded on 19 December 2016.

This document is for learners to see whether a particular qualification is eligible for an advanced learner...

Transparency data: Information Management Assessment (IMA) report: 2016
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

As part of the Information Management Assessment (IMA) programme The National Archives conducted a reassessment of information management in the MoJ. The programme aims to raise standards and makes recommendations...

Guidance: Using the register of apprentice assessment organisations
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised version of Register of apprentice assessment organisations uploaded on 19 December 2016.

The introduction to the register which provides an overview of the role of the register to support...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Michael Watts
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 0685187 ...
Decision: Macpherson, Nick - Permanent Secretary, HM Treasury - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with British Land plc added.

Letters to Lord Macpherson, former Permanent Secretary, HM Treasury. The Committee’s advice, that there was no reason why these appointments should not...

Decision: Cameron, David - Prime Minister - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with WSB added.

The letter to Rt Hon David Cameron, former Prime Minister. The committee’s advice, that these appointments be subject to conditions, was accepted.

Decision: Vaizey, Ed - Minister of State for Digital and Culture, DCMS and BIS - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with LionTree added.

The letters to Rt Hon Ed Vaizey MP, former Minister of State for Digital and Culture, DCMS and BIS. The Committee’s advice, that these appointments be subject ...

Guidance: Quality assurance framework, version 9 (QAF v9)
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated versions of AT2 and AT2/3. Added a new document GD8 Sexting guidance.

QAF version 9 was developed to support the DBS Update Service. QAF version 9 is built upon the foundations ...

Policy paper: Treasury Minutes: December 2016
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament by Command of Her Majesty.

Guidance: Oil pollution, contingency planning and response training materials
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated presentations file to include the latest 'Acronyms and web links' document together with the timetable for the Blackpool 2017 course.

This OCPR course is for emergency planning officers...

Transparency data: Department for International Development: spending over £500, November 2016
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

DFID publishes details of all departmental spending over &pound;500 on a monthly basis.

Guidance: Exempting documents from the general right to inspect and copy (PG57)
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 2.6 has been amended to explain that it would help us if you explained in panel 5 of form EX1A where in the deed/document the exempt information is contained.

This guide, aimed at legal...

Notice: WA10 3LR, Veolia E S (UK) Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:32, 19 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...

Correspondence: Justice system assisted digital strategy consultation: SSAC response
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This is the Social Security Advisory Committee’s (SSAC’s) response to the government consultation on Transforming our justice system: assisted digital strategy.

The consultation outlined what the...

Policy paper: Settlement funding assessment calculation model: provisional local government finance settlement 2017 to 2018
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Settlement funding assessment calculation model was updated on 19 December to include an additional footnote.

The settlement funding assessment calculation model for 2017 to 2018 sets out the...

Official Statistics: Child Maintenance Service inbound and outbound calls: Jan to Sept 2016
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This ad-hoc publication includes both inbound calls made from clients to the CMS and outbound calls made from the CMS to clients.

The number of inbound calls is the number of calls made from clients to...

Policy paper: Core spending power: visible lines of funding 2017 to 2018
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Core spending power: visible lines of funding table was updated on 19 December to improve functionality.

Supporting tables showing funding elements which have been kept visible in the core ...

Corporate report: Business Plan 2016 to 2017
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The OISC corporate plan is for the period 2012 to 2017. The business plan is for the period 2016 to 2017. Both plans look at improving the organisation’s effectiveness and objectives.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added week commencing 19 December 2016

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 and...

Guidance: Accreditation of GCSEs, AS and A levels for teaching from 2017
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: AQA AS and A level accounting accredited. Updates to GCSE design & technology, film studies and psychology. Updates to AS and A level accounting, design & technology, film studies and law.

The ...

Notice: SBRI funding competition: integrated innovation for nuclear decommissioning
seen at 16:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added registration links to all brokerage events.

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), Sellafield Ltd and Innovate UK are to invest up to &pound;3 million in projects ...

Official Statistics: River Tees daily upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated daily fish count data.

The counter began in July 2011.

Official Statistics: River Tees monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count data.

The counter began in July 2011.

Official Statistics: River Tyne daily upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated daily fish count data.

The counter began in June 1996.

Official Statistics: River Tyne monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count data.

The counter began in June 1996.

Notice: CT4 8DB, Mr John Wheeler: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 19 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...

Official Statistics: River Wear daily upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated fish count data.

The counter began in November 1994.

Official Statistics: River Wear monthly upstream fish counts
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated monthly fish count.

The counter began in November 1994.

Research and analysis: Low Pay Commission research autumn 2016
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Resolution Foundation research uploaded.

The findings and any views expressed are those of the authors, and are not necessarily endorsed by the LPC. One more report, from RAND Europe, will be available...

Decision: Foston pig unit and anaerobic digestion plant, Foston, Derbyshire
seen at 16:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update added to latest news section and appeal decision document added

The decision taken by the Environment Agency to refuse a permit application for a pig unit and anaerobic digestion plant in...

NERC science boosts UK economic growth by reducing pollution
seen at 16:31, 19 December in NERC news (Our copy).

Decades of research by NERC-funded scientists led to a fundamental contribution to the UK successfully banning harmful marine pollutants, according to a new report.

News story: Parole Board Christmas office closures
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Parole Board will be closed for business from 3:30pm on Friday 23rd December until 9am on Wednesday 28th December and again from 4:30pm on Friday 30th December until 9am on Tuesday 3rd January 2017.

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Press release: Commission publishes decision on Jedi registration application
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator and registrar of charities in England and Wales, today published its decision to reject an application for registration by The Temple of the Jedi Order...

Speech: Baroness Neville-Rolfe speech at SAIC event in London
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

I’m delighted to be here today to talk about the UK’s trade mark systems and share some of my reflections on brands.

As Minister for IP, I appreciate the important role that branding plays in the UK economy...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the North West: summary for Monday 19 to Sunday 25 December 2016
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 16 December and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances...

Government response: Fish washed up on Cornwall beach
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

We are aware of a large number of dead fish which washed ashore on Marazion beach, Cornwall, on 17 December.

We are working with others, such as the Cornwall Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority...

Press release: Carbon credit trio banned
seen at 16:30, 19 December in News and communications (Our copy).

The High Court handed down disqualifications of 15 years against Lee John Thompson and Andrew Michael Spiteri on 30 November 2016. Earlier on 10 May 2016 Stephen Michael Leary had agreed to a disqualification...

Form: Elect to keep register of members information on central register (EH05)
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Form title on landing page corrected.

This form can be used to notify Companies House of electing to keep information from your register of members on the central (or public) register.

...

Guidance: Papua New Guinea - Bereavement Information pack
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This contains information on how families should deal with a death of a loved one in Papua New Guinea

Transparency data: Wales Office Ministerial Transparency July - September 2016
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

July - September 2016

Transparency data: Wales Office Special Adviser Transparency Return July - September 2016
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

July - September 2016

Guidance: Powers and operational procedure
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 'Search and seizure' guidance updated.

Enforcement instructions and guidance documents on administrative and criminal powers for officers dealing with immigration enforcement matters within the...

Open consultation: Public financial guidance review: consultation on a single body
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out a plan to create a single body providing debt advice, money guidance and pensions information and guidance. The body would complement financial guidance provided by the third sector and...

Policy paper: Neighbourhood Planning Bill: overarching documents
seen at 14:35, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added further information on how the government intends to exercise the Bill’s delegated powers.

The memoranda address issues arising under the European Convention on Human Rights and Delegated...

Guidance: Financial sanctions: consolidated list of targets
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include HM Treasury notice, 19/12/2016, Syria (Reg 2016/2262)

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation is responsible for the implementation and administration of international...

Guidance: Financial sanctions, ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaida organisations
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with: HM Treasury notice, 19/12/2016, Syria (Reg 2016/2262)

UN Security Council Resolution 1267 (1999)

This resolution (and its successor resolutions) requires all member states...

Notice: AB Produce, Measham, Leicestershire
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation closing date changed.

This document explains the work being done to tackle odour issues at AB Produce - a potato processing plant in Measham, Leicestershire.

Transparency data: Teaching schools and system leadership: monthly report
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The number of system leaders working in and across schools in the United Kingdom as of December 2016.

This is a monthly report that states the number of system leaders designated by the National...

Corporate report: SSRO corporate governance framework
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annual update December 2016

The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) ‘Corporate governance framework’ document lays down the key responsibilities of the board of the SSRO; the conduct expected...

Decision: Teacher misonduct panel outcome: Mr Thomas Laessing
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 1139939 ...
Corporate report: SSRO code of conduct
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annual update December 2016

The ‘Code of conduct for SSRO board members’ sets out the standards expected from those who serve on the SSRO Board. It incorporates the ‘7 principles of public life...

Guidance: Customs Freight Simplified Procedures: contact lists
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Change to details for LSI Sigma Software Limited

The documents attached contains details of specific CFSP contacts, including contact list:

for traders - air or port community service providers...
Independent report: The agreement between the Welsh government and the UK government on the Welsh government’s fiscal framework
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Welsh language version added

The new fiscal framework will enable the powers in the Wales Act 2014 – and any further powers devolved under the current Wales Bill – to be implemented. In particular...

Decision: The Temple of the Jedi Order
seen at 14:34, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Decision of the Commission dated 16 December 2016.

The commission considered an application by the Temple of the Jedi Order for registration as a charity and concluded that the organisation was not established...

Notice: England Coast Path from Lyme Regis to Rufus Castle: outcome of objections to proposals
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Text updated: the public inquiry has ended.

On 8 July 2015, Natural England submitted a report to the Secretary of State for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs setting out the proposals for...

Guidance: Leptospirosis: enhanced surveillance protocol
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

The pilot-enhanced surveillance system is aimed at improving our understanding of leptospirosis in the UK to enable further development of guidance and policy.

The pilot will run for 6 months and will...

Transparency data: South-West England Headteacher Board
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new member to membership list.

The South-West England Headteacher Board supports Regional Schools Commissioner Rebecca Clark.

More information on the responsibilities of...

Guidance: DCMS Sectors Economic Estimates Methodology
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Detail about constituent SIC codes has been added.

About

This document sets out the methodology behind the Economic Estimates for DCMS Sectors. They are experimental Official Statistics published...

Guidance: School exclusion reviews data collection 2017: guide for LAs
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

This guide lists details of the figures each local authority needs to provide to complete their school exclusion reviews survey. It also includes notes on completing the survey.

Guidance: Advanced learner loans qualifications catalogue
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of Advanced Learner Loans Qualification catalogue uploaded on 19 December 2016.

This document is for learners to see whether a particular qualification is eligible for an advanced learner...

Transparency data: Information Management Assessment (IMA) report: 2016
seen at 14:33, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

As part of the Information Management Assessment (IMA) programme The National Archives conducted a reassessment of information management in the MoJ. The programme aims to raise standards and makes recommendations...

Guidance: Using the register of apprentice assessment organisations
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised version of Register of apprentice assessment organisations uploaded on 19 December 2016.

The introduction to the register which provides an overview of the role of the register to support...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Michael Watts
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 0685187 ...
Decision: Macpherson, Nick - Permanent Secretary, HM Treasury - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with British Land plc added.

Letters to Lord Macpherson, former Permanent Secretary, HM Treasury. The Committee’s advice, that there was no reason why these appointments should not...

Decision: Cameron, David - Prime Minister - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with WSB added.

The letter to Rt Hon David Cameron, former Prime Minister. The committee’s advice, that these appointments be subject to conditions, was accepted.

Decision: Vaizey, Ed - Minister of State for Digital and Culture, DCMS and BIS - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Appointment with LionTree added.

The letters to Rt Hon Ed Vaizey MP, former Minister of State for Digital and Culture, DCMS and BIS. The Committee’s advice, that these appointments be subject ...

Notice: NG34 9BL, Tulip Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 14:32, 19 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: Quality assurance framework, version 9 (QAF v9)
seen at 14:32, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated versions of AT2 and AT2/3. Added a new document GD8 Sexting guidance.

QAF version 9 was developed to support the DBS Update Service. QAF version 9 is built upon the foundations ...

Policy paper: Treasury Minutes: December 2016
seen at 14:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Presented to Parliament by Command of Her Majesty.

Guidance: Oil pollution, contingency planning and response training materials
seen at 14:31, 19 December in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated presentations file to include the latest 'Acronyms and web links' document together with the timetable for the Blackpool 2017 course.

This OCPR course is for emergency planning officers...