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14 March 2017

News story: Home Secretary meets Syrian families given protection in the UK
seen at 18:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Amber Rudd travelled to Ashford to meet men, women and children as they learned English and job skills to help them find work, gain independence and rebuild their lives.

Ashford Borough Council was one...

News story: No fishing for coarse fish in rivers from 15 March to 15 June
seen at 18:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Every year, the close season prevents fishing for coarse fish, like barbel and chub, for 3 months to give the fish a chance to breed.

Judy Proctor, Head of Fisheries at the Environment Agency, said:

Man sentenced for murder of elderly Suffolk couple
seen at 16:30, 14 March in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
A man has today (March 14) been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 35 years, for the murder of an elderly married couple from Suffolk.
News story: Introduction of Insolvency Rules 2016
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: The attachment contained a form that is no longer required. This form has been removed from the list.

The new rules will introduce some new forms. You’ll be able to access the forms

News story: Ministry of Justice joins shared services programme set to save £300m
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

This marks a major milestone for the Government’s Shared Services programme with the transfer of approximately 75,000 Minister of Justice (MoJ) employees’ data onto the single IT operating platform during the...

Press release: Peddling coloured diamonds lands 14 year ban for Hamstead director
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Edgar was a designated member of Reco Commodities LLP (Reco), a fraudulent investment company based in London which was wound up in the public interest by the High Court in 2015 following an investigation...

News story: Top-quality training providers announced in new register
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for Education (DfE) and the Skills Finding Agency (SFA) have today (14 March 2017) published a new register of apprenticeship training providers, making sure that anyone taking an apprenticeship...

Press release: Manchester restaurateur gets 5-year disqualification for employing illegal workers
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The disqualification, which follows an investigation by the Insolvency Service and means Mr Musa cannot control or manage a limited company for the duration of his disqualification.

The Insolvency Service...

Press release: Worthless land scam nets long director bans for promoters
seen at 16:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mehmet Husnu (also known as Matt Hudson) and Ali Seytanpir (also known as Alex Townsend) sold as an investment land that was virtually worthless. Their disqualifications follow an investigation by the Official...

Press release: Alok Sharma extends his wishes for a happy Holi Festival
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The festival, also known as the Festival of Colours, is now celebrated around the world both by Hindu communities and others. It is traditionally a time of personal reflection as well as a jubilant occasion.

Press release: Disqualification for Manchester restaurateur for mismanaging accounts
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

An Insolvency Service investigation found he failed to ensure the company kept proper books and financial records.

The disqualification means Mr Cheng cannot control or manage a limited company for the...

Speech: British High Commissioner Scott Wightman's speech on Commonwealth Day 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to welcome you all to Eden Hall to celebrate Commonwealth Day 2017. The theme for Commonwealth Day 2017 is ‘A Peace-Building Commonwealth’.

On Commonwealth Day last...

News story: Framework Authority for Crown Hosting Services transfers to CCS
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

On 1st March 2017, Crown Commercial Service became the new custodian of the Framework Authority of the Crown Hosting Service (CHS), transferring from the Cabinet Office / Government Digital Service (GDS).

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Press release: Planned roadworks in West Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 13 March to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 10 March 2017 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: Planned roadworks in and around the M25: weekly summary for Monday 13 March to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 10 March 2017 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Cornwall: weekly summary for Monday 13 March to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March 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: Planned roadworks in East Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 13 March to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 10 March but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our ...

Speech: British High Commissioner to Malta Stuart Gill discusses Brexit
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Prof Nugent, panel, ladies and gentlemen.

This is about the profound friendship between our countries and the wider relationship between Britain and the European Union. It is also about understanding...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 13 March to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 10 March 2017 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: Improvements for North Yorkshire drivers
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Three improvement schemes on the A64 will benefit the 11,000 drivers who use this road every day.

They will result in a smoother road surface, along with better footpaths, road markings and drainage, ...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the North East: summary for Monday 13 to Sunday 19 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March 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 10 March but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

News story: Joint Forces Command celebrates International Women’s Day
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The special guest and keynote speaker for the event was Ambassador Marriet Schuurman, NATO Special Representative for Women, Peace, and Security.

JFC, which develops and manages the supporting frameworks...

News story: Defence Secretary announces 1,500th signing of Armed Forces Covenant
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Building materials supplier Travis Perkins were revealed as the 1,500th signatory during the third annual Partnering with Defence employer conference at the Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre in London today...

Press release: Tackling congestion, improving safety and reconnecting communities on Trans-Pennine route
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Plans to tackle congestion, reconnect communities and improve safety between Manchester and Sheffield are out for public consultation until 10 April.

Highways England is consulting on two shortlisted ...

Press release: Essex wood waste site fined for illegal waste operation
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

JSJ Wood Recycling Ltd, operating in Nazeing, Essex, and two directors have been ordered to pay over &pound;12,000 in fines for treating wood waste without the correct authorisations from the Environment ...

Statement to Parliament: PM Commons statement on European Council: 14 March 2017
seen at 14:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on last week’s European Council – and the next steps in preparing to trigger Article 50 and beginning the process of leaving the European Union.

Bridging the Digital Gap project secures funding
seen at 11:30, 14 March in News Archives - The National Archives (Our copy).

The National Archives has received support from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to enable it to make a first step towards expanding digital expertise across the archive sector.

Awarded as part of the HLF...

News story: Zolvix 25 mg/ml Oral Solution for Sheep: change of distribution category
seen at 11:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The VMD has agreed to a request from the Marketing Authorisation Holder to change the legal distribution category of this anthelmintic (i.e. wormer) for sheep. Zolvix 25 mg/ml Oral Solution is authorised for...

Press release: Ban for PPI claims management director who breached compensation regulations
seen at 11:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

On 3 October 2015, following an investigation by the Ministry of Justice Claims Management Regulation Unit, the company was found to be in breach of parts of the Compensation (Claims Management Services) Regulations...

Press release: New charity investigation: Bhaarat Welfare Trust
seen at 11:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has opened a statutory inquiry into Bhaarat Welfare Trust (registered charity number 1077821) and frozen its bank accounts...

Speech: Prison Minister Sam Gyimah’s speech at the IMB National Conference
seen at 11:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).
Introduction – recognition of IMB role

I am delighted to be here at this Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) National Conference and to have the opportunity to meet so many of you. You give up your time week...

Press release: Report 04/2017: Collision at Hockham Road user worked crossing, Thetford
seen at 10:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).
Summary

At 12:30 hrs on 10 April 2016 a passenger train travelling from Norwich to Cambridge collided with an agricultural tractor and trailer on a level crossing at Hockham Road, near Thetford in Norfolk. The...

Press release: 10 year disqualification for acting as a company director while bankrupt
seen at 10:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Nicholson has given an undertaking to the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy preventing him from being directly or indirectly involved in the promotion, formation or management...

News story: South Eastern franchise consultation launched
seen at 10:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Passengers in south east London, Kent, the Medway towns and East Sussex are on track to get improved journeys, as the Department for Transport (DfT) seeks views on a new franchise in the south-east.

South...

News story: More undergraduate medical education places
seen at 10:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The expansion of undergraduate training places aims to increase the home-grown medical workforce by 25% – the largest single increase in doctor training places in the history of the NHS.

Currently more...

Government response: DFID in the News
seen at 09:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with response to Daily Telegraph Climate Change article and Mail on Sunday and Daily Express stories relating to UK support for education in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Climate change...
News story: Dundee-London air route funding secured until 2019
seen at 09:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK government has today announced more than &pound;1.8 million to secure a vital air link between Dundee City Airport and London Stansted for another 2 years.

The public service obligation (PSO...

News story: Surveillance Camera Commissioner launches a national surveillance camera strategy for England and Wales
seen at 09:30, 14 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Today (Tuesday 14 March) Tony Porter, the Surveillance Camera Commissioner launches a national surveillance camera strategy for England and Wales, to help keep people safe in public places and respect ...