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24 October 2016

Open consultation: Transposition of Directive 2014/94/EU on alternative fuels infrastructure
seen at 21:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation provides an opportunity for interested parties to comment on the proposed method of transposing the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive into UK law.

This introduces for...

Open consultation: Proposed ULEV measures for inclusion in the Modern Transport Bill
seen at 21:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation seeks views on measures to support the uptake of ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs), proposed for inclusion in the Modern Transport Bill.

The proposed measures relate to refueling and...

Corporate report: Framework document: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This Framework Document and its associated financial memorandum have been drawn up by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom in consultation with the United Nations and Commonwealth Department...

Guidance: DE&S engineering management apprenticeships
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 2017 scheme details and updated FAQs

The MOD engineering management apprenticeship is an enhanced version of the modern (advanced) apprenticeship.

Apply here

Engineering...

Guidance: Apprentice engineer: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Andy engineering apprentice on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Child death overview panels: contacts
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated contact details for: Gloucestershire, Tower Hamlets, Peterborough, Shropshire, north Lincolnshire, Dudley, Havering and Oxfordshire.

Contact details of the person responsible for dealing...

Guidance: Apprentice weapons engineer: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Ashley on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Nuclear undergraduate higher apprentice: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Maria on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Policy paper: Joint Ministerial Committee communiqué: 24 October 2016
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Joint Ministerial Committee (JMC), chaired by the Prime Minister, brings together the leaders of the devolved administrations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

This communiqué gives a summary...

Guidance: Maritime combat system, capability manager: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Sam on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Apprentice engineer: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Jenny on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Phase 2 technician apprentice: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 20:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Jacob on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Research and analysis: Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) brokerage results
seen at 20:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: ECO brokerage results: 18 October 2016 published

Brokerage operates as a fortnightly anonymous auction where providers of the Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) can sell ‘lots’ of ECO Carbon Saving...

Open consultation: Transposition of Directive 2014/94/EU on alternative fuels infrastructure
seen at 20:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation provides an opportunity for interested parties to comment on the proposed method of transposing the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive into UK law.

This introduces for...

Open consultation: Proposed ULEV measures for inclusion in the Modern Transport Bill
seen at 20:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation seeks views on measures to support the uptake of ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs), proposed for inclusion in the Modern Transport Bill.

The proposed measures relate to refueling and...

News story: Calais migrant camp: Home Secretary statement
seen at 20:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Home Secretary today provided Parliament with an update on joint work between the French and UK governments as the clearance of the migrant camp in Calais begins.

Both governments remain committed...

News story: Government gears up for zero emission future with plans for UK charging infrastructure
seen at 20:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Plans to make electric vehicle chargepoints more widely available and convenient for motorists were put forward by government today (October 24 2016).

As part of our ongoing commitment to making transport...

Decision: Suspended and revoked licences for manufacturers and wholesalers of medicines
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated suspension list.

Anyone in the pharmaceutical or medicinal supply chain should use this list to ensure they are dealing with a valid licence or authorisation holder.

The Medicines...

Open consultation: Section 73 Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Following the Balance of Payments consultation carried out by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in 2015, the government decided to repeal Section 73 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents...

Guidance: Information rights appeals: register of tribunal cases
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Case list amended

The list includes the following details for each case:

appeal number the person or organisation who made the appeal Information Commissioner’s Office reference number...
Transparency data: Local authority interactive tool (LAIT)
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated tool and version log.

The local authority interactive tool (LAIT) presents information in interactive tables and charts with the local authority’s rank and position in England.

...

Transparency data: DFID government e-payments framework transactions August 2016
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

DFID publishes details of all spending over £500 using a GPC (departmental debit card) on a monthly basis.

Policy paper: Climate Finance Roadmap to US$100 Billion
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Roadmap aims to provide increased predictability and transparency about how the goal will be reached, and sets out the range of actions developed countries will take to meet it. Drawing on analysis by the...

Corporate report: Financial memorandum: March 2014, Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This financial memorandum, which forms part of the Framework Document for the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom, sets out in great detail certain aspects of the financial framework within...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Tony Alexander James
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Location teacher worked: Wiltshire, South...
National Statistics: Public sector finances bulletin
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated: Public Sector Finances; September 2016 pdf

The public sector finances statistical bulletin is published jointly by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and HM Treasury on a monthly...

Official Statistics: Destinations of KS4 and KS5 pupils: 2015 (provisional)
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated key stage 5 institution tables to amend mislabelling of schools in table IN16 (disadv).

This provisional publication measures the percentage of students progressing to further learning...

Notice: TR3 7DR, Mrs Maria Millen, Mr Simon John Charles Millen, Mrs Jill Pearson & Mr Don Pearson: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:33, 24 October 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...

Corporate report: Framework document: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This Framework Document and its associated financial memorandum have been drawn up by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom in consultation with the United Nations and Commonwealth Department...

Guidance: DE&S engineering management apprenticeships
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 2017 scheme details and updated FAQs

The MOD engineering management apprenticeship is an enhanced version of the modern (advanced) apprenticeship.

Apply here

Engineering...

Guidance: Apprentice engineer: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Andy engineering apprentice on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Child death overview panels: contacts
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated contact details for: Gloucestershire, Tower Hamlets, Peterborough, Shropshire, north Lincolnshire, Dudley, Havering and Oxfordshire.

Contact details of the person responsible for dealing...

Guidance: Apprentice weapons engineer: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Ashley on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Nuclear undergraduate higher apprentice: Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Maria on the Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Policy paper: Joint Ministerial Committee communiqué: 24 October 2016
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Joint Ministerial Committee (JMC), chaired by the Prime Minister, brings together the leaders of the devolved administrations of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

This communiqué gives a summary...

Guidance: Maritime combat system, capability manager: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Sam on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Apprentice engineer: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Jenny on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Guidance: Phase 2 technician apprentice: DE&S Apprenticeship case study
seen at 18:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A case study of Jacob on the Engineering Apprenticeship Scheme with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

Research and analysis: Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) brokerage results
seen at 18:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: ECO brokerage results: 18 October 2016 published

Brokerage operates as a fortnightly anonymous auction where providers of the Energy Companies Obligation (ECO) can sell ‘lots’ of ECO Carbon Saving...

Sham marriage gang jailed for more than 52 years
seen at 18:30, 24 October in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
Eleven people have been jailed after they were found guilty of facilitating and participating in sham marriages between European Economic Area (EEA) nationals and non-EEA nationals.
News story: Certification Office: mergers
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: An application to register the Instrument of Transfer of Broadcasting Entertainment Cinematograph and Theatre Union to Prospect was received.

24 October 2016

An application to register the Instrument...

Press release: Joint Ministerial Committee 24 October 2016: statement
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).
A Downing Street spokesperson said:

Prime Minister Theresa May today told the devolved administrations she would strike a bespoke Brexit deal that works for the whole of the UK.

Speaking at the first...

News story: Certification Officer: forthcoming hearings
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: New Certification Officer hearing dates

24 October 2016 Bannister v UNISON: The Public Service Union Burgess and Ors. v UNISON: The Public Service Union Rogers v UNISON: The Public Service Union...
Press release: Chief Secretary, David Gauke, attends finance ministers quadrilateral meeting
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

A finance ministers quadrilateral meeting was held today in 1 Horse Guards Road under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Rt Hon David Gauke MP.

The participants were:

from...
News story: Mitre Linen celebrates its 70th anniversary
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Mitre Linen, the trusted British supplier to leading luxury and boutique hotels, celebrated its 70th anniversary with a visit from The Secretary of State for Wales.

The Minister toured Mitre’s headquarters...

Statement to Parliament: Statement on Calais
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr Speaker. With permission I would like to make a statement on Calais.

The French government today began the clearance of the migrant camp. I am clear this is in the national interests of both...

Statement to Parliament: PM Commons statement on the European Council: 24 Oct 2016
seen at 18:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to make a Statement on my first European Council last week.

I went to this Council with a clear message for my 27 European counterparts.

The UK is leaving...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for week commencing 24 October 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, ...

Guidance: Early recruitment of higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies for 2017
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies available for 2017.

The spreadsheet above shows you the higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies that employers have on offer for 2017. There...

Map: Countryside Stewardship facilitation fund: successful applications in round 2
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

These documents provide an update on progress of the Countryside Stewardship facilitation fund by showing:

successful applicants application case studies geographic distribution
Transparency data: Local authorities who have completed the SCC self assessment tool
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This document lists all local authorities who have completed the Surveillance Camera Commissioner (SCC) self assessment tool.

It also outlines authorities who have been awarded the SCC certification...

Policy paper: CSPL response to IPSA review of the MPs' Scheme of Business Costs
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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Corporate report: India: monthly economic report September 2016
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).
Summary GST council now in action new governor, monetary policy committee – policy rate at 6 year low fiscal deficit update budget in Febuary as opposed to March. Rail budget scrapped
Guidance: Penally Gallery Range firing notice
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Penally Gallery Range firing times November 2016.

The ‘firing notice’ (sometimes referred to as firing times) for the Penally Gallery Range is presented in PDF format. The PDF format is web...

Guidance: Manorbier range firing/flying notice
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Manorbier firing times November 2016.

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

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 17 October 2016
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses regarding Number of incidents involving a knife or sharp instrument recorded by the MOD Police (MDP) from September 2013 to August 2016, Locations qualifying for operational allowance...

Policy paper: Post-legislative scrutiny of the Terrorist Asset Freezing etc. Act 2010
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This assessment has been prepared by HM Treasury for submission to the Treasury Committee, published as a command paper (9316). It is published as part of the process set out in the document ‘Post-legislative...

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added termination warning notices for Blackthorn Primary School, Ruskin Junior School and Rushden Community College.

All pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department ...

Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iran (nuclear proliferation)
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with: HM Treasury notice, 24/10/2016, Iran (Nuclear Proliferation) (Judgements of the General Court)

In 2006, the UN Security Council imposed, amongst other matters, asset freeze...

Open consultation: Call for evidence: Review of Gaming Machines and Social Responsibility Measures
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

We are reviewing these areas with the aim of striking the right balance between enabling socially responsible growth across the industry and the protection of consumers and communities, including those who are...

Decision: Suspended and revoked licences for manufacturers and wholesalers of medicines
seen at 16:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated suspension list.

Anyone in the pharmaceutical or medicinal supply chain should use this list to ensure they are dealing with a valid licence or authorisation holder.

The Medicines...

Open consultation: Section 73 Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Following the Balance of Payments consultation carried out by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) in 2015, the government decided to repeal Section 73 of the Copyright, Designs and Patents...

Guidance: Information rights appeals: register of tribunal cases
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Case list amended

The list includes the following details for each case:

appeal number the person or organisation who made the appeal Information Commissioner’s Office reference number...
Statutory guidance: Timeliness target for re-examination of patent applications
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This notice sets out the timeliness target for re-examination of patent applications.

Transparency data: Local authority interactive tool (LAIT)
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated tool and version log.

The local authority interactive tool (LAIT) presents information in interactive tables and charts with the local authority’s rank and position in England.

...

Guidance: Influenza: treatment and prophylaxis using anti-viral agents
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Document entitled "Antiviral prescribing when A(H1N1)pdm09 influenza virus is the dominant circulating strain Update letter, January 2016" has been removed as it was specific to last season and therefore...

Transparency data: DFID government e-payments framework transactions August 2016
seen at 16:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

DFID publishes details of all spending over £500 using a GPC (departmental debit card) on a monthly basis.

Policy paper: Climate Finance Roadmap to US$100 Billion
seen at 16:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Roadmap aims to provide increased predictability and transparency about how the goal will be reached, and sets out the range of actions developed countries will take to meet it. Drawing on analysis by the...

Corporate report: Financial memorandum: March 2014, Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
seen at 16:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This financial memorandum, which forms part of the Framework Document for the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom, sets out in great detail certain aspects of the financial framework within...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Tony Alexander James
seen at 16:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Location teacher worked: Wiltshire, South...
National Statistics: Public sector finances bulletin
seen at 16:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated: Public Sector Finances; September 2016 pdf

The public sector finances statistical bulletin is published jointly by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) and HM Treasury on a monthly...

Notice: Funding competition: manufacturing and materials round 2
seen at 16:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Belfast competition briefing event registration link updated

Innovate UK is to invest up to £15 million in innovation projects in manufacturing and/or materials. We will fund projects...

Official Statistics: Destinations of KS4 and KS5 pupils: 2015 (provisional)
seen at 16:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated key stage 5 institution tables to amend mislabelling of schools in table IN16 (disadv).

This provisional publication measures the percentage of students progressing to further learning...

A Week at Tech City UK
seen at 16:31, 24 October in Tech City UK – Programmes, Research, Events – Homepage (Our copy).

A key part of Tech City UK’s mission – to make the UK the best place to start and grow a digital business – is to ensure that the voice of tech entrepreneurs is heard in central government. Last week...

The Duchess of Cornwall attends the Wells Festival of Literature
seen at 16:31, 24 October in (Our copy).
Wells Festival of Literature
News story: UK-led exercise ensures NATO is match fit to deal with any threat
seen at 16:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Bringing together armed forces from 21 NATO allies at the Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, Exercise Trident Juncture tests the NATO Response Force and how allies respond to a crisis situation.

It allows NATO...

Press release: Government to support new legislation to reduce homelessness
seen at 16:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Homelessness Reduction Bill will significantly reform England’s homelessness legislation, ensuring that more people get the help they need to prevent them from becoming homelessness in the first place...

News story: New members appointed to the Financial Services Trade and Investment Board
seen at 16:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Chief Executive of TheCityUK Miles Celic and International Trade Minister Mark Garnier have been given new roles to help champion British financial services.

The duo will join the Financial Services...

FOI release: Information on travelling circuses August to September 2016
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

RFI8559: information received between 1 August 2016 and 30 September 2016 regarding travelling circuses, including copies of paperwork (emails and correspondence).

Notice: GL14 2PH, BASF Metals Recycling Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).

This decision includes the permit and decision document for:

Operator name: BASF Metals Recycling...
FOI release: Information on travelling circuses from August to September 2016
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

FOI 8559: information received between 1 August 2016 and 30 September 2016 on travelling circuses, including paperwork (emails and correspondence).

Research and analysis: Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening: 2015 to 2016 data
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data tables in this document include:

percentage uptake, coverage and declined initial screening for men in the 2015 to 2016 screening cohort

percentage uptake, coverage and...

FOI release: Correspondence with the Animal Defenders International (ADI)
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

FOI 8548 - correspondence from the Chair of Defra’s Circus Licensing Panel to Animal Defenders International (ADI) concerning the outcome of the investigation into the conditions at the winter quarters of Peter...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Ms Lisa Johnson
seen at 14:36, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 9436995 ...
Guidance: HMRC exchange rates for 2016: monthly
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'November 2016: monthly exchange rates' has been added to the page.

You should use these exchanges rates if you have to convert any foreign currency to sterling for customs and VAT purposes...

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy initial estimates: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy initial estimates for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are projected HB payments for the...

Guidance: HS2 Design Panel Newsletters
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Newsletters and updates about the independent HS2 Design Panel.

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy mid-year estimates: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy mid-year estimates for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are projected HB payments for ...

Corporate report: Discussion summary: satellite launch stakeholder workshop
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Since May, a cross-governmental team has been developing policy to establish the regulatory framework for future commercial spaceflight from the UK, covering a wide range of potential space operations, including...

Guidance: HS2 Design Panel
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The HS2 Design Panel will enable decision making at early stages of project development and it will review and critique outcomes at key stages in the design process. The Design Review Panel will not make design...

Guidance: HS2 Design: Case Studies
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A series of case studies about the work of the HS2 Independent Design Panel.

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy initial pre-audit final claims: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy initial pre-audit final claims for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are the actual HB ...

Independent report: Accelerated Access Review: final report
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Accelerated Access Review (AAR) was commissioned by the government in November 2014. The final report makes recommendations to make it easier for NHS patients to access innovative medicines, medical technologies...

Guidance: Straightpoint and WCTA Grenade Range firing times
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing notice November 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 tablets...

Promotional material: Thinking of getting pregnant?
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised leaflet to take account of the cessation of rubella susceptibility screening.

This leaflet is aimed at women considering pregnancy and advises them on the need to have their measles, mumps...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for week commencing 24 October 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, ...

Guidance: Early recruitment of higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies for 2017
seen at 14:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies available for 2017.

The spreadsheet above shows you the higher and degree apprenticeship vacancies that employers have on offer for 2017. There...

Map: Countryside Stewardship facilitation fund: successful applications in round 2
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

These documents provide an update on progress of the Countryside Stewardship facilitation fund by showing:

successful applicants application case studies geographic distribution
Transparency data: Local authorities who have completed the SCC self assessment tool
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This document lists all local authorities who have completed the Surveillance Camera Commissioner (SCC) self assessment tool.

It also outlines authorities who have been awarded the SCC certification...

Policy paper: CSPL response to IPSA review of the MPs' Scheme of Business Costs
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

.

Corporate report: India: monthly economic report September 2016
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).
Summary GST council now in action new governor, monetary policy committee – policy rate at 6 year low fiscal deficit update budget in Febuary as opposed to March. Rail budget scrapped
Guidance: Penally Gallery Range firing notice
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Penally Gallery Range firing times November 2016.

The ‘firing notice’ (sometimes referred to as firing times) for the Penally Gallery Range is presented in PDF format. The PDF format is web...

Guidance: Manorbier range firing/flying notice
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Manorbier firing times November 2016.

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

Guidance: Non-resident rock and pop entertainers: payees in the middleman scheme
seen at 14:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Entry for Liz Hobbs Group Ltd 489/18559 added.

If you make a payment to a non-resident entertainer through a promoter, agent or merchandiser approved for the middleman scheme, you can make it without...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 17 October 2016
seen at 14:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses regarding Number of incidents involving a knife or sharp instrument recorded by the MOD Police (MDP) from September 2013 to August 2016, Locations qualifying for operational allowance...

Policy paper: Post-legislative scrutiny of the Terrorist Asset Freezing etc. Act 2010
seen at 14:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This assessment has been prepared by HM Treasury for submission to the Treasury Committee, published as a command paper (9316). It is published as part of the process set out in the document ‘Post-legislative...

Transparency data: Academy trusts: notices about poor performance
seen at 14:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added termination warning notices for Blackthorn Primary School, Ruskin Junior School and Rushden Community College.

All pre-warning notice or warning notice letters from the Department ...

Guidance: Financial sanctions, Iran (nuclear proliferation)
seen at 14:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with: HM Treasury notice, 24/10/2016, Iran (Nuclear Proliferation) (Judgements of the General Court)

In 2006, the UN Security Council imposed, amongst other matters, asset freeze...

Guidance: Financial sanctions: consolidated list of targets
seen at 14:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated sanctions list with HM Treasury notice, 24/10/2016, Iran (Nuclear Proliferation) (Judgements of the General Court)

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation is responsible for the...

Open consultation: Call for evidence: Review of Gaming Machines and Social Responsibility Measures
seen at 14:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

We are reviewing these areas with the aim of striking the right balance between enabling socially responsible growth across the industry and the protection of consumers and communities, including those who are...

New Science Board members appointed
seen at 14:32, 24 October in NERC news (Our copy).

NERC has appointed three new members to its Science Board to replace those who have completed their term.

HSL: PPE Essentials – HSL Buxton, 22-23 Nov 2016
seen at 14:31, 24 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

This course will increase your knowledge and understanding of PPE and its limitations, so that you can use PPE as an effective workplace control measure.

NWSI Seminar: Design Safety to Save Lives – Manchester – 23 Nov 2016
seen at 14:31, 24 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

NWSI in partnership with HSE invite you to a seminar on the roles and responsibilities for designers and clients under CDM 2015.

HSL: Principles of Incident Investigation and Failure Analysis – HSL Buxton, 24 Nov 2016
seen at 14:31, 24 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

HSL are offering a unique opportunity to engage directly with our incident investigation professionals and take full advantage of our decades of failure analysis experience.

CRD: Two Day Workshop on Technical Fate and Behaviour Assessment of Plant Protection Products – York, 29-30 Nov 2016
seen at 14:31, 24 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

The course will provide a practical introduction to the main Fate Exposure tools available for soil, surface water and groundwater. This will include practical introductions to the FOCUS groundwater and surface...

Press release: Walkers to enjoy new stretch of coast path in Norfolk
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Video with drone view of stretch added.

With walking found to be the most popular activity at the coast, the opening of the route in Great Yarmouth by Lord Gardiner of Kimble and Natural England...

News story: Getting patients quicker access to innovative healthcare
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Accelerated Access Review: final report, commissioned by the government and led by an independent chair, was published today (24 October). The review aims to make the UK a world-leader in healthcare...

Speech: Putting the Accelerated Access Review's recommendations in place
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

I am excited to be publishing today the final report of the Accelerated Access Review. Those of you who have been following its progress will know that this day has come slightly later than we expected...

Speech: Trafalgar Night speech in Washington DC
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Your Excellency, Admiral Richardson, ladies and gents,

The poet Byron once described Nelson as “Britannia’s god of war”, and for the Royal Navy he is a semi-divine figure.

Today his flagship HMS...

Press release: Planned roadworks in West Midlands: Weekly summary for Monday 24 October to Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

A38 – Streethay northbound exit slip road and southbound entry slip road: carriageway work

Slip...

Speech: A South West that works for everybody
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you, Bill, and good afternoon everyone.

I’m delighted to be back here in the South West.

I was born in Lancashire.

I represent Bromsgrove.

But I grew up in Bristol.

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Speech: A democracy that works for everyone: Chris Skidmore speech
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

As the Minister for the Constitution, responsible for democratic engagement, I want to start by thanking everyone in this room for the work that you do, and continue to do, to ensure that our democracy is one...

Press release: Planned road works in the North West: weekly summary for Monday 24 to Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

M53 between junctions 4 and 5 (bridge joints)

Work began in September for approximately 4 months...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the North East: weekly summary for Monday 24 October to Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

A1 junction 56 Barton to junction 51 Leeming Bar

There will be phases of overnight lane closures...

News story: British food companies set to push culinary boundaries
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

From prolonging shelf life to developing new sources of protein, more than 6,000 British food and drink companies can now take advantage of new technologies and expert advice at the touch of a button, helping...

Press release: Planned roadworks in and around the M25: weekly summary for Monday 24 October to Sunday 30 October.
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

M1 junction 6a (M25), Hertfordshire: resurfacing

Work to improve journeys by carrying out resurfacing...

Press release: Planned road-works in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, BANES, Wiltshire, West Dorset and Devon: Weekly summary for Monday 24 October - Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

Bristol

M32 Junction 1 to Junction 2: Metro Bus Scheme (Bristol CC works)

Narrow lanes...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Yorkshire and the Humber – summary for Monday 24 October to Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

M1 junction 30 to junction 31 Aston

The southbound carriageway will be reduced to a single lane...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Central Southern England: weekly summary for Monday 24 to Sunday 30 October 2016.
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

M3 junctions 2 (M25) to 4a Farnborough, Hampshire: smart motorway improvement

Work to reduce congestion...

Press release: Top firms to be ranked on social mobility
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Britain’s top businesses will be ranked for the first time on how open they are to accessing talent from all backgrounds, under a joint initiative announced today (24 October 2016) by the Social Mobility Foundation...

Press release: UK marks United Nations Day
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Baroness Anelay said:

As Minister responsible for the United Nations, I see UN Day as a day of reflection about why the UN matters. The UN celebrated its 70th anniversary earlier this year, and the...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 24 – Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

All our improvement work is carried out with the aim of causing as little disruption as possible.

NEW WORK A1(M) Sibson: road surface surveys

We are surveying the road surface along the A1(M) southbound...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Kent and Sussex: weekly summary for Monday 24 October to Sunday 30 October 2016
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).
M20 junction 4, Maidstone, Kent: junction improvement

Work by Kent County Council to improve journeys by adding an additional lane to the roundabout continues this week. Narrow lanes and a 50mph speed limit ...

News story: Government calls for evidence on gaming machines
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has launched a call for evidence on aspects of the gambling industry, that includes considering the maximum stakes and prizes for gaming machines, Gambling Minister Tracey Crouch announced...

Press release: Bank strengthening work starts in Collingham
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Environment Agency contractors have started work on the banks of the River Wharfe in Collingham, near Wetherby, to repair damage to the river bank and protect flood defences.

Work is underway to repair...

Speech: Minister Sharma's speech at the Global Investors Summit
seen at 14:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Honourable Chief Minister Shri Chouhan Ji, Honourable Finance Minister Shri Jaitley Ji, Honourable Information Technology Minister Shri Prasad Ji, Honourable Rural Development Minister Shri Tomar Ji, Honourable...

Guidance: UK NSC code of practice
seen at 11:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The UK NSC’s code of practice has been updated to reflect the new arrangements for appointing an independent Chair.

This code of practice gives information on:

the status, role, responsibility...
Research and analysis: UK businesses' knowledge of unfair terms in consumer contracts
seen at 11:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

These 2 pieces of research were commissioned by the Competition and Markets Authority to better understand how businesses use terms and conditions when selling to consumers and their understanding of the laws...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report
seen at 11:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 42, 2016.

This report compares the current week’s data on statutory notifications of causative agents to that of the previous 5 weeks.

For historical data, email <...

FOI release: Information on travelling circuses August to September 2016
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

RFI8559: information received between 1 August 2016 and 30 September 2016 regarding travelling circuses, including copies of paperwork (emails and correspondence).

Notice: GL14 2PH, BASF Metals Recycling Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).

This decision includes the permit and decision document for:

Operator name: BASF Metals Recycling...
FOI release: Information on travelling circuses from August to September 2016
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

FOI 8559: information received between 1 August 2016 and 30 September 2016 on travelling circuses, including paperwork (emails and correspondence).

Research and analysis: Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening: 2015 to 2016 data
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data tables in this document include:

percentage uptake, coverage and declined initial screening for men in the 2015 to 2016 screening cohort

percentage uptake, coverage and...

FOI release: Correspondence with the Animal Defenders International (ADI)
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

FOI 8548 - correspondence from the Chair of Defra’s Circus Licensing Panel to Animal Defenders International (ADI) concerning the outcome of the investigation into the conditions at the winter quarters of Peter...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Ms Lisa Johnson
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 9436995 ...
Guidance: Teacher misconduct: forthcoming professional conduct hearings
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Formal notice removed for Whitely and Lovett Formal notice added for Lyon

Details of a forthcoming hearing will appear here 5 working days before it is due to take place.

Members of the...

Guidance: HMRC exchange rates for 2016: monthly
seen at 11:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'November 2016: monthly exchange rates' has been added to the page.

You should use these exchanges rates if you have to convert any foreign currency to sterling for customs and VAT purposes...

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy initial estimates: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 11:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy initial estimates for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are projected HB payments for the...

Guidance: HS2 Design Panel Newsletters
seen at 11:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Newsletters and updates about the independent HS2 Design Panel.

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy mid-year estimates: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 11:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy mid-year estimates for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are projected HB payments for ...

Corporate report: Discussion summary: satellite launch stakeholder workshop
seen at 11:33, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Since May, a cross-governmental team has been developing policy to establish the regulatory framework for future commercial spaceflight from the UK, covering a wide range of potential space operations, including...

Guidance: HS2 Design Panel
seen at 11:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The HS2 Design Panel will enable decision making at early stages of project development and it will review and critique outcomes at key stages in the design process. The Design Review Panel will not make design...

Guidance: HS2 Design: Case Studies
seen at 11:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

A series of case studies about the work of the HS2 Independent Design Panel.

Transparency data: Housing Benefit subsidy initial pre-audit final claims: Apr 2015 to Mar 2016
seen at 11:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The data table shows the local authority Housing Benefit (HB) subsidy initial pre-audit final claims for expenditure and subsidy of HB for England, Scotland and Wales.

These figures are the actual HB ...

Independent report: Accelerated Access Review: final report
seen at 11:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The Accelerated Access Review (AAR) was commissioned by the government in November 2014. The final report makes recommendations to make it easier for NHS patients to access innovative medicines, medical technologies...

Guidance: Straightpoint and WCTA Grenade Range firing times
seen at 11:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing notice November 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 tablets...

Promotional material: Thinking of getting pregnant?
seen at 11:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised leaflet to take account of the cessation of rubella susceptibility screening.

This leaflet is aimed at women considering pregnancy and advises them on the need to have their measles, mumps...

Speech: 'Technology can help tackle world's challenges'
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

We live in an age of rapid technological change. We have just gone through an information technology revolution. But we are only just beginning to understand the costs and benefits to us of the rapid transmission...

Press release: Government clamps down on nuisance call crooks
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

From Spring 2017, firm directors can each be fined up to &pound;500,000 by the Information Commissioner’s Office, if they are found to be in breach of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations...

Press release: Privy Council appointment: Ken Macintosh
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of Mr Ken Macintosh MSP, Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament, as a Member of Her Majesty’s most Honourable Privy Council.

Press release: Privy Council appointment: Sir Stephen Irwin
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of Sir Stephen John Irwin as a Member of Her Majesty’s most Honourable Privy Council following his appointment as a Lord Justice of Appeal.

News story: CMA to consider fuel pumps merger remedy offer
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Earlier this month, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that Dover Corporation’s (Dover) anticipated acquisition of Wayne Fueling Systems (Wayne) would face an in-depth investigation – ...

News story: New course to warn of the dangers of drug driving
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Drink drivers will learn about the dangers of drug driving as part of a new pilot course starting today (24 October 2016).

The Department for Transport is trialing the addition of drug driving education...

Speech: Making sure patients and the NHS benefit from medical innovation
seen at 11:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK has a proud history of leading the way in medical innovation: from the smallpox vaccine to the first blood transfusion we have a strong track record of scientific ‘firsts’. The development of innovative...

Official Statistics: China Financial Policy Focus
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated China Financial Policy Focus

Quarterly Update produced by the British Embassy in Beijing on financial and policy developments in China’s financial markets.

Guidance: Madagascar – List of Lawyers
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Guidance: Madagascar - Prisoner pack
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This guide is aims to explain the legal and prison system to British Nationals who are imprisoned in Madagascar

Official Statistics: China Economy Update
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

Monthly update produced by the British Embassy in Beijing on key macroeconomic developments in China.

Corporate report: India: monthly trade report - October 2016
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).
Summary India seeks WTO consultation on US energy policies seamless trade across South Asia closer to reality exports fall marginally, imports fall by 14% in August
Guidance: Sweden - list of lawyers
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: updated version

This list of English-speaking lawyers in Sweden has been prepared for British nationals who require legal advice.

Guidance: Rail interoperability TSI catalogue
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A new TSI and 2 amended TSIs added to the TSI catalogue.

These documents assist interoperability practitioners by bringing together essential information about technical specifications for interoperability...

Map: England Coast Path in the east of England
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the map and table: Hopton-on-Sea to Sea Palling is now open to the public.

The map shows the stretches and provisional timings for improving coastal access in the east of England. Use the...

Map: England Coast Path: overview of progress
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated map; Hopton-on-Sea to Sea Palling now open to the public.

This map shows where work to improve coastal access has been completed, is under way or expected to start.

See the main...

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Daily update of the unclaimed estates list

The Division publishes a list of unclaimed estates which have been recently referred, but not yet administered, and historic cases which have been administered...

Guidance: Tabulation Tool questionnaire: statistical notice
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published questionnaire response.

The Tabulation Tool is a website that lets people make their own tables and download them. It contains Official Statistics on a range of our benefits. It is updated...

Open consultation: Harbour directions power: 2nd round applications for designation of English and non-fishery Welsh harbour authorities
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Consultation concerning a 2nd round of applications from harbour authorities to be designated with the power to give harbour directions. This currently relates to:

5 English harbours 1 Welsh Harbour...
Impact assessment: Bus Services Bill: impact assessments
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Accessible information requirement impact assessment.

Impact assessments showing the effects of the:

accessible information requirement measures included in the Bus Services...
National Statistics: Latest weekly wholesale fruit and vegetable prices
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated weekly prices and dataset.

Weekly publications give the average wholesale prices of selected home-grown horticultural produce. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices ...

Corporate report: Ofsted Board meetings 2016: papers and minutes
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: August 2016 meeting minutes published.

The Ofsted Board meets at least 4 times a year and is responsible for setting the strategic priorities, targets and objectives for Ofsted and overseeing its...

Guidance: UK NSC code of practice
seen at 10:35, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The UK NSC’s code of practice has been updated to reflect the new arrangements for appointing an independent Chair.

This code of practice gives information on:

the status, role, responsibility...
Guidance: Chapters 23 to 44: operational enforcement activity
seen at 10:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Chapters 37, 39 and 40 removed.

Enforcement instructions and guidance documents on operational enforcement activity used by UK Visas and Immigration.

Independent report: Blatchbridge safety digest
seen at 10:34, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of our safety digest is to share important safety messages quickly.

These are published when we have decided not to undertake a full investigation for any of the following reasons:

...
Research and analysis: UK businesses' knowledge of unfair terms in consumer contracts
seen at 10:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

These 2 pieces of research were commissioned by the Competition and Markets Authority to better understand how businesses use terms and conditions when selling to consumers and their understanding of the laws...

Guidance: Video guides on unfair terms in consumer contracts
seen at 10:32, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Businesses that deal with consumers need to make sure their terms are fair. The Consumer Rights Act 2015 aims to protect consumers against unfair contract terms and notices.

These videos outline some ...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report
seen at 10:31, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 42, 2016.

This report compares the current week’s data on statutory notifications of causative agents to that of the previous 5 weeks.

For historical data, email <...

Future Fifty Founders Urge UK Government to Consider Access to Tech Talent
seen at 10:31, 24 October in Tech City UK – Programmes, Research, Events – Homepage (Our copy).

This morning CityAM featured a letter signed by almost 50 tech entrepreneurs, many of whom are alumni or current members of Tech City UK’s Future Fifty programme. Founders and tech employees are worried...

Speech: Alasdair Smith on the expected impact of the CMA’s banking investigation
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).
What will be the impact of the CMA retail banking market investigation?

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) retail banking market investigation produced its final report in August, following...

Press release: UK minister congratulates Cambodian people on 25th Anniversary of the Paris Peace Agreements
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Minister for Asia and the Pacific, Alok Sharma, said:

25 years ago the United Kingdom was one of 19 co-signatories of the Paris Peace Agreements, setting in motion a peace process in Cambodia following...

Press release: Walkers to enjoy new stretch of coast path in Norfolk
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Video with drone view of stretch added.

With walking found to be the most popular activity at the coast, the opening of the route in Great Yarmouth by Lord Gardiner of Kimble and Natural England...

Press release: Charities against fraud: new site launches in Fraud Awareness Week
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, in collaboration with members of the Charity Sector Counter Fraud Group, has today launched www.charitiesagainstfraud.org.uk, a new website dedicated to helping charities in the...

News story: New Director General, Financial Services appointed at the Treasury
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

As the new Director General for Financial Services, Katharine Braddick will be responsible for all issues relating to financial services, the financial system and financial stability at the Treasury.

...

Press release: Over half of businesses don’t know unfair contract rules well
seen at 10:30, 24 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has today published research amongst UK businesses which reveals that 54% of those surveyed don’t fully understand the rules on unfair terms, which directly ...

Official Statistics: China Financial Policy Focus
seen at 09:38, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated China Financial Policy Focus

Quarterly Update produced by the British Embassy in Beijing on financial and policy developments in China’s financial markets.

Guidance: Madagascar – List of Lawyers
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

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

Guidance: Madagascar - Prisoner pack
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

This guide is aims to explain the legal and prison system to British Nationals who are imprisoned in Madagascar

Official Statistics: China Economy Update
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

Monthly update produced by the British Embassy in Beijing on key macroeconomic developments in China.

Corporate report: India: monthly trade report - October 2016
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).
Summary India seeks WTO consultation on US energy policies seamless trade across South Asia closer to reality exports fall marginally, imports fall by 14% in August
Guidance: Sweden - list of lawyers
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: updated version

This list of English-speaking lawyers in Sweden has been prepared for British nationals who require legal advice.

Guidance: Plug-in van grant: extension to larger vans
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

The plug-in van grant was extended to cover heavier vans and trucks in October 2016.

Guidance: Rail interoperability TSI catalogue
seen at 09:37, 24 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A new TSI and 2 amended TSIs added to the TSI catalogue.

These documents assist interoperability practitioners by bringing together essential information about technical specifications for interoperability...