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13 March 2018

Policy paper: West Midlands housing package
seen at 21:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The government has agreed a bespoke housing package with the West Midlands combined authority – including both constituent and non-constituent authorities – that will see 215,000 homes delivered by 2030 to 2031...

Guidance: Dominican Republic – Consular Fees
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consular Fees March 2018

A full list of Consular fees

Guidance: MAA course dates information
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Integrity course dates have been updated.

Dates for courses held at:

RAF Cranwell Shrivenham

Dates for:

DAEMS specialist training
Guidance: Energy Technology List (ETL): information for purchasers
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Purchaser information updated.

Information for purchasers including:

how to claim what costs are included timing of the claim products no longer on the list
Guidance: Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme for energy-saving technologies
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated publication

How the ECA Scheme for energy saving technologies allows businesses to benefit from tax breaks when investing in eligible energy-saving equipment. Apply for ECA through HMRC...

Guidance: Product application for inclusion on the Energy Technology Product List (ETPL)
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated publication

This guidance note takes you step-by-step through the ETL product application process for a product to be included on the Energy Technology Product List.

Policy paper: Understanding the hybrid bill: HS2 Phase 2a information papers
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Paper B11 added

Series B of the Phase 2a information papers, explain what the hybrid Bill is. This includes descriptions of the various sections, the powers that are included in the bill and other...

Notice: Call for Panel Members: EO Mission Capability Review
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The UK Space Agency is undertaking a UK EO Mission Capability Review (EOMCR). The outcome of this process will be a catalogue of credible Earth Observation missions that could be considered for “opportunistic...

Policy paper: West Midlands housing package
seen at 20:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The government has agreed a bespoke housing package with the West Midlands combined authority – including both constituent and non-constituent authorities – that will see 215,000 homes delivered by 2030 to 2031...

Press release: PM call with President Trump: 13 March 2018
seen at 20:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister spoke to President Trump earlier this afternoon to update him on the ongoing investigation into the Salisbury incident.

The Prime Minister...

Press release: PM call with Chancellor Merkel: 13 March 2018
seen at 20:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister spoke to Chancellor Merkel earlier this afternoon to update her on the ongoing investigation into the Salisbury incident.

The Prime ...

Press release: Attempted attack on Palestinian Prime Minister: Statement
seen at 20:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Minister Burt said:

I am shocked to hear of the attack on Palestinian Prime Minister Hamdallah’s convoy in Gaza this morning. I strongly condemn this attack, for which there is no justification. My...

News story: More support to boost house building momentum
seen at 20:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added link to the outline of the West Midlands Housing Package.

Further steps that will support the government’s comprehensive plans to build the homes the country needs were announced today (13...

Press release: Foreign Secretary calls for a united response
seen at 20:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

While we await an explanation from Russia of how a military-grade nerve agent of a type developed by Russia came to be used in the UK, the Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson has today been calling his counterparts...

Guidance: Offshore funds: list of reporting funds
seen at 18:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The list has been updated to include the funds that have entered the Reporting Fund Regime as at 7 March 2018.

This is a list of funds that come within the definition of an offshore fund and that...

Guidance: Automatic weighing instruments type examination certificates
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Certificate updated - UK/0126/0112 Pitney Bowes Ltd revised to version 3.

A list of certificates issued to manufacturers of automatic weighing instruments under the Measuring Instruments Directive...

Guidance: Magistrate advisory committee recruitment information
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New vacancies added

You need to apply to the advisory committee for your local magistrates’ court.

The following areas have vacancies currently:

Central & South London Cleveland...
Form: English Private Landlord Survey 2018: questionnaire
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The questionnaire asks landlords and letting agents in England about their views and experiences of private renting.

Promotional material: Breast screening for women over 70
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Women over the age of 70 don’t receive routine breast screening invitations, but are still entitled to screening every 3 years. This leaflet explains how older women can continue to have free NHS breast screening...

Guidance: Nutrition legislation information sources
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated information sheet published: section 2.6 now refers to the conclusions of the EU Commission report on alcohol labelling; section 4.4 updates the EU position regarding prohibited substances; and...

Official Statistics: VAT gap estimates
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published 'Second estimate of the VAT gap (tax year 2016 to 2017)'

The ‘VAT gap’ is the difference between the VAT theoretical liability, estimated using National Accounts data, and actual cash...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Castlemartin firing times April 2018.

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

Guidance: Holcombe Moor firing times
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for the 31 March to 6 April 2018 and updated the 17 to 23 march times as well.

The ‘firing times’ are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible...

Guidance: Local authorities: adult education budget and apprenticeship funds return 2017 to 2018
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect next deadline of 30 April 2018 for adult education budget and apprenticeship funds return.

This guide explains to local authorities how to complete and submit their adult education...

Guidance: Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter for April 2018.

This page contains the 2 latest editions of the Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter, providing news and updates...

Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 4 courses
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 4 Award in Leadership and Management for Effective Performance: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Please note ...

Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 3 courses
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Level 3 Award in Leadership Fundamentals: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information Defence Awarding Organisation...
Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 5 courses
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management through Effective Relationships: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information...
Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 6 courses
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 6 Award in Leadership for Strategic Delivery: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information Defence...
Form: Application for transit and other simplifications: Union/Common transit, Customs status and TIR (C1343)
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Page 3 of the postal application form has been updated - 'Authorised consignor status (Transit ­ NCTS)' is now 'Authorised consignee status (Transit ­ NCTS)'.

Use the online service or postal form...

Guidance: Italy - UK qualified solicitors and Italian qualified lawyers
seen at 18:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 12 March 2018

UK qualified solicitors practising in Italy have the authority to issue or witness documents, such as certified copies of original documents, certifications of identity, power...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: weekly reports for 2018
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for week 10, 2018.

Registered Medical Practitioners in England and Wales have a statutory duty to notify a Proper Officer of the local authority, often the CCDC (Consultant in Communicable...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: last 52 weeks
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added tables for week 10, 2018.

The data in this spreadsheet is updated weekly.

Statistical data set: Outcome of unduly lenient sentence referrals
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of new ULS statistics - 13 March.

Members of the public can ask the Attorney General’s office to examine sentences handed down by Crown Courts in England and Wales within 28 days of...

Notice: Notice 05/18 - Garlic Imports
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This notice explains how the rules are applied to this quota and how to apply for a licence. It also advises you of the quota amounts available in the import tariff quota period (1 June 2018 to 31 May 2019) and...

Notice: Notice 06/18 - Rice Import Quota
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This notice explains how the rules are applied to this quota and how to apply for a licence. It also advises you of the amounts available in the April quota period for semi milled and wholly milled rice. Details...

Guidance: Dominican Republic – Consular Fees
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consular Fees March 2018

A full list of Consular fees

Guidance: MAA course dates information
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Integrity course dates have been updated.

Dates for courses held at:

RAF Cranwell Shrivenham

Dates for:

DAEMS specialist training
Guidance: Energy Technology List (ETL): information for purchasers
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Purchaser information updated.

Information for purchasers including:

how to claim what costs are included timing of the claim products no longer on the list
Guidance: Enhanced Capital Allowance scheme for energy-saving technologies
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated publication

How the ECA Scheme for energy saving technologies allows businesses to benefit from tax breaks when investing in eligible energy-saving equipment. Apply for ECA through HMRC...

Guidance: Product application for inclusion on the Energy Technology Product List (ETPL)
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated publication

This guidance note takes you step-by-step through the ETL product application process for a product to be included on the Energy Technology Product List.

Policy paper: Understanding the hybrid bill: HS2 Phase 2a information papers
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Paper B11 added

Series B of the Phase 2a information papers, explain what the hybrid Bill is. This includes descriptions of the various sections, the powers that are included in the bill and other...

Guidance: Current account closed or refused based on immigration status
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance in the detail section.

If you are in the UK illegally you may be disqualified from opening or continuing to operate a current account.

Immigration Act 2014

Banks and building...

Notice: EX22 7ED, Bridge Leisure Parks Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

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

Notice: CH4 9DG, Mr Russell Jones: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

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

Notice: Call for Panel Members: EO Mission Capability Review
seen at 18:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The UK Space Agency is undertaking a UK EO Mission Capability Review (EOMCR). The outcome of this process will be a catalogue of credible Earth Observation missions that could be considered for “opportunistic...

Building Resilience event highlights the benefits of interdisciplinary collaboration
seen at 18:32, 13 March in NERC news (Our copy).

Researchers from across the UK, the globe and from a wide variety of disciplines gathered last week to address the building of resilience to environmental hazards, both natural and man-made, in developing countries...

News story: More support to boost house building momentum
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Further steps that will support the government’s comprehensive plans to build the homes the country needs were announced today (13 March 2018) by the Chancellor.

The measures include £100 million...

News story: Public Health England statement regarding events in Salisbury
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated information on the incident.

Latest update

The Chief Medical Officer and Public Health England’s (PHE) advice remains that the risk to the general public is low following the Salisbury...

Press release: Highways England gear up for the Easter getaway
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Highways England is preparing to lift and complete hundreds of miles of roadworks to help people travelling over Easter – with more than one billion miles set to be travelled in the run-up to the bank holiday...

News story: Defence People Innovation Challenge Launch Event
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Registration is now open and closes on Thursday 22 March 2018 at 12:30pm.

Following on from the Market Interest Day held on the 7 February 2018 to gather feedback from industry on the development...

Press release: 20 years after the Northamptonshire Easter floods
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The Environment Agency and its partners are calling on people to take steps to prepare for flooding and keep themselves and their families safe, 20 years after the Easter floods of 1998 caused devastation in ...

Speech: Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons 87th Executive Council session: statement on the Salisbury incident
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Chair, Director General,

The statement that I deliver this morning is markedly different from our usual statements to the Executive Council. I did not expect to have to brief this Council on the first...

Press release: See behind Highways England’s roadworks with ‘Open Doors’
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Highways England is taking part in ‘Open Doors’ and giving members of the public a unique chance to go behind the scenes of five ‘live’ construction sites to see how the roads and structures are built ...

Press release: Iconic Spaghetti Junction immortalised in new Birmingham attraction
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

To mark the 50th anniversary of work starting on the road and to celebrate 2018 as the Year of Engineering, Highways England can reveal that it will be celebrated in a model at the new attraction.

Construction...

Statement to Parliament: US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports
seen at 18:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Deputy Speaker, on Thursday 8th March President Trump announced that the United States would impose tariffs of 25% on steel imports and a 10% tariff on aluminium imports after a period of 15 days [12 days ...

Open consultation: VAT, Air Passenger Duty and Tourism in Northern Ireland
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended with postal address for responses.

The government wants to support the economy in Northern Ireland, and to help build on the growing success of the tourism industry there.

Concerns...

Guidance: Check the status of tax policy consultations
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This spreadsheet lists tax policy consultations and any resulting legislation.

Form: Apply for the Transforming Cities Fund
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The Transforming Cities Fund aims to improve productivity and spread prosperity through investment in public and sustainable transport in some of the largest English city regions.

This information gives...

Transparency data: DVSA earned recognition for vehicle operators: list of operators taking part
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added J S Fleet Services Ltd to the list.

DVSA earned recognition for vehicle operators is a new way to prove you meet driver and vehicle standards.

You regularly share performance...

FOI release: Local authority letters on recycling rates
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

RFI 9590 - Minister Coffey’s letter of 27 July 2017 and responses from local authorities on increasing their recycling rates.

Guidance: Hospital education: local authority baseline collection
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Between 13 March 2018 and 27 April 2018 we’re collecting information from local authorities about their planned spend on hospital education in the 2018 to 2019 financial year.

We’re doing this to produce...

Independent report: Economic and fiscal outlook: March 2018
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This is the Office for Budget Responsibility’s latest Economic and fiscal outlook. It sets out forecasts for the economy and the public finances, and an assessment of whether the Government is likely to achieve...

Guidance: Offshore funds: list of reporting funds
seen at 16:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The list has been updated to include the funds that have entered the Reporting Fund Regime as at 7 March 2018.

This is a list of funds that come within the definition of an offshore fund and that...

Guidance: Automatic weighing instruments type examination certificates
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Certificate updated - UK/0126/0112 Pitney Bowes Ltd revised to version 3.

A list of certificates issued to manufacturers of automatic weighing instruments under the Measuring Instruments Directive...

Notice: CT15 4ND, Ovenden Tipper Services Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 13 March 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: Magistrate advisory committee recruitment information
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New vacancies added

You need to apply to the advisory committee for your local magistrates’ court.

The following areas have vacancies currently:

Central & South London Cleveland...
Notice: CO7 7RU, Sewells Reservoir Construction Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 13 March 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...

Form: English Private Landlord Survey 2018: questionnaire
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The questionnaire asks landlords and letting agents in England about their views and experiences of private renting.

Promotional material: Breast screening for women over 70
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Women over the age of 70 don’t receive routine breast screening invitations, but are still entitled to screening every 3 years. This leaflet explains how older women can continue to have free NHS breast screening...

Guidance: Nutrition legislation information sources
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated information sheet published: section 2.6 now refers to the conclusions of the EU Commission report on alcohol labelling; section 4.4 updates the EU position regarding prohibited substances; and...

Official Statistics: VAT gap estimates
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published 'Second estimate of the VAT gap (tax year 2016 to 2017)'

The ‘VAT gap’ is the difference between the VAT theoretical liability, estimated using National Accounts data, and actual cash...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Castlemartin firing times April 2018.

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

Guidance: Holcombe Moor firing times
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for the 31 March to 6 April 2018 and updated the 17 to 23 march times as well.

The ‘firing times’ are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible...

Guidance: Post-season air display flying symposium
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A new Post season symposium course date has been published.

Details of the symposium aim, duration and location.

Guidance: Local authorities: adult education budget and apprenticeship funds return 2017 to 2018
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect next deadline of 30 April 2018 for adult education budget and apprenticeship funds return.

This guide explains to local authorities how to complete and submit their adult education...

Guidance: Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter
seen at 16:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter for April 2018.

This page contains the 2 latest editions of the Salisbury Plain Training Area (SPTA) newsletter, providing news and updates...

Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 4 courses
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 4 Award in Leadership and Management for Effective Performance: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Please note ...

Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 3 courses
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Level 3 Award in Leadership Fundamentals: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information Defence Awarding Organisation...
Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 5 courses
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management through Effective Relationships: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information...
Guidance: DAO qualification handbooks: level 6 courses
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added DAO Level 6 Award in Leadership for Strategic Delivery: qualification handbook.

Qualification hand books for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information Defence...
Form: Application for transit and other simplifications: Union/Common transit, Customs status and TIR (C1343)
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Page 3 of the postal application form has been updated - 'Authorised consignor status (Transit ­ NCTS)' is now 'Authorised consignee status (Transit ­ NCTS)'.

Use the online service or postal form...

Guidance: Italy - UK qualified solicitors and Italian qualified lawyers
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 12 March 2018

UK qualified solicitors practising in Italy have the authority to issue or witness documents, such as certified copies of original documents, certifications of identity, power...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: weekly reports for 2018
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for week 10, 2018.

Registered Medical Practitioners in England and Wales have a statutory duty to notify a Proper Officer of the local authority, often the CCDC (Consultant in Communicable...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: last 52 weeks
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added tables for week 10, 2018.

The data in this spreadsheet is updated weekly.

Statistical data set: Outcome of unduly lenient sentence referrals
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of new ULS statistics - 13 March.

Members of the public can ask the Attorney General’s office to examine sentences handed down by Crown Courts in England and Wales within 28 days of...

Notice: Notice 05/18 - Garlic Imports
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This notice explains how the rules are applied to this quota and how to apply for a licence. It also advises you of the quota amounts available in the import tariff quota period (1 June 2018 to 31 May 2019) and...

Notice: Notice 06/18 - Rice Import Quota
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This notice explains how the rules are applied to this quota and how to apply for a licence. It also advises you of the amounts available in the April quota period for semi milled and wholly milled rice. Details...

Promotional material: Private screening: important information
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: PDF leaflet replaced by html publication

Information about how screening works, including facts for people considering private screening.

Notice: Accelerator competition: Defence People Innovation Challenge
seen at 16:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This competition will be briefed at our Launch event on Tuesday 27 March 2018 in London.

This Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) competition seeks to introduce innovative solutions to how...

News story: New offshore patrol vessel named HMS Trent
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Within the next few days the 90-metre warship, which is the third to be named following HMS Forth and HMS Medway, will take to the water for the first time and make the short journey across the Clyde from Govan...

Speech: Foreign Secretary’s remarks on the use of a nerve agent in Salisbury: 13 March 2018
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The first thing is to get over to our friends and partners exactly what has happened, and that’s what we’ve been doing today. As the Prime Minister explained yesterday, this is a brazen attempt to murder...

News story: Transport Secretary welcomes next step in £1.7 billion fund to transform local journeys
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

City regions across England are being invited to bid for funding from the £1.7 billion Transforming Cities Fund to help boost local economies.

Apply to the Transforming Cities Fund.

Speech: Spring Statement 2018: Philip Hammond's speech
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Speaker.

I am pleased to introduce to the House the first Spring Statement.

The UK was the only major economy to make hundreds of tax and spending changes twice a year.

And major international...

Press release: £95 million for local full-fibre broadband projects
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Thirteen areas across the UK are set to benefit from the first wave of funding from the Government’s £190 million Local Full Fibre Network (LFFN), the Chancellor has announced in today’s Spring Statement...

News story: Investigation into the events following the stranding of trains in freezing weather
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Following a preliminary examination of the circumstances surrounding the events near Lewisham on Friday 2 March 2018, the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has decided to launch a full investigation. ...

News story: UK ratifies Hague Agreement for industrial designs
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK has completed its final step in the UK joining the Hague Agreement for industrial designs. The UK instrument of ratification was deposited in Geneva today. It will come into effect three months following...

News story: Public Health England statement regarding events in Salisbury
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated information on the incident.

Latest update

The Chief Medical Officer and Public Health England’s (PHE) advice remains that the risk to the general public is low following the Salisbury...

News story: More support to boost house building momentum
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Further steps that will support the government’s comprehensive plans to build the homes the country needs were announced today (13 March 2018) by the Chancellor.

The measures include £100 million...

News story: Soundcheck: new acoustic yarn monitors military hearing health
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is supporting the Materials Research Exchange exhibition and conference (MRE), the biggest materials innovation event of the year.

Among projects from...

News story: Spring Statement 2018: what you need to know
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with link to MHCLG housing press release.

The Spring Statement gives people and businesses certainty and stability to plan for the future

Major tax or spending changes will now be made...

Press release: Rapist brothers will spend longer in jail
seen at 16:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Two brothers who raped a woman in London have had their sentences increased after the Solicitor General Robert Buckland QC MP, appealed them for being far too low.

Andrei-Catalan Mamaliga, 29, and Ovidou...

FOI release: Information relating to charges over IP assets
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) on incomplete data of security interests and mortgages.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information...

FOI release: Budget for Copyright Tribunal 2016 and 2017
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) on approximate annual running cost.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

FOI release: Copyright Directive Proposal, Article 15
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) limited policy information, such as is available.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information Act...

FOI release: EUIPO survey on ‘Orphan Works’
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) on interested parties surveyed.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Policy paper: Prevention concordat for better mental health: consensus statement
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new signatories to the concordat.

This document:

explains the prevention concordat for better mental health describes the shared commitment of the organisations involved provides...
Official Statistics: Schedule of updates for HMRC's statistics
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Announcements page has been updated to include details of revisions to the Estimated cost of minor tax reliefs table.

Exact dates of these publications are announced no later than 4 weeks in...

Official Statistics: Minor tax reliefs
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The table published on 23rd January has been revised because of a minor error, which has a small and limited impact to a couple of estimates. Specifically for the reduced rate of VAT on smoking cessation...

Guidance: Higher Tier: Countryside Stewardship
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Deadline to request an application pack has passed. Removed form for requesting a pack.

These documents apply to the 2018 application round for Countryside Stewardship (CS).

The deadline...

FOI release: Trade mark search facility
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) regarding the review process, testing and changes introduced.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information...

FOI release: Offences relating to illegal streaming
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Provides information held by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) limited information on staffing.

This information has been released by the IPO under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Open consultation: Alternative method of VAT collection – split payment
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Following on from the feedback received in the call for evidence Alternative method of VAT collection, and continued engagement from stakeholders, we have used this to develop our thinking on how a split...

Open consultation: Online platforms’ role in ensuring tax compliance by their users
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Online platforms and marketplaces are good for the economy and for consumers, who benefit from lower prices and more choice. However, some people who earn money from using these platforms may never have earned...

Open consultation: Extension of security deposit legislation
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The government announced at Autumn Budget 2017 that it will introduce legislation in Finance Bill 2018 to 2019 to extend the current scope of security deposit legislation to include Corporation Tax and Construction...

Open consultation: Taxation of self-funded work-related training
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

A skilled workforce benefits both individuals and the wider UK economy. The government is focused on creating an environment for individuals to develop their skills to boost productivity in the UK. The Autumn...

Corporate report: Debt management report 2018 to 2019
seen at 14:46, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the remits for the Treasury’s agents, the Debt Management Office (DMO) and NS&I, and explains how the government will achieve its required level of financing. It also sets out the DMO...

Consultation outcome: Tax treatment of heated tobacco products
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Response document published

Budget 2016 announced that the government would consult on the tax treatment of heated tobacco products, which are being promoted as a new innovation in the tobacco ...

Open consultation: VAT registration threshold: call for evidence
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The current design of the VAT registration threshold may be dis-incentivising small businesses from growing their business and improving their productivity. This was noted by the Office of Tax Simplification ...

Consultation outcome: Business rates: delivering more frequent revaluations
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with summary of responses

At Budget 2016 the government announced it will aim to introduce more frequent (at least 3 yearly) revaluations of properties in England for business rates purposes...

Open consultation: Financing growth in innovative firms: Enterprise Investment Scheme knowledge-intensive fund consultation
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The Patient Capital Review outlined how many knowledge-intensive companies, which typically have a high proportion of R&D expenditure and are often innovating or creating intellectual property, struggle particularly...

Open consultation: Cash and digital payments in the new economy
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

To better understand the role of cash and digital payments in the new economy, the government has launched a call for evidence. We want to make sure that our economy is fit for the future and keeps pace with ...

Open consultation: Allowing Entrepreneurs’ Relief on gains made before dilution
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

At present, entitlement to the special 10% rate of capital gains tax may be lost when an entrepreneur’s company issues new shares and as a result causes their personal stake to fall below 5%. The proposal announced...

Open consultation: Tackling the plastic problem
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This call for evidence will explore how changes to the tax system or charges could be used to reduce the amount of single-use plastics we waste by reducing unnecessary production, increasing reuse, and improving...

Independent report: Independent review of build out: preliminary update
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Letter from Sir Oliver Letwin to Philip Hammond, Chancellor of the Exchequer, and to Sajid Javid, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, on the progress of his review into build out...

Closed consultation: Corporate tax and the digital economy: position paper
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: update published

Spring Statement update

The government’s updated position paper builds on the paper published at Autumn Budget, reflecting feedback from stakeholders and setting out in more detail...

Transparency data: GLD: gender pay gap report and data 2017
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Gender Pay Gap legislation introduced in April 2017 requires all employers of 250 or more employees to publish their gender pay gap as of 31 March 2017. The gender pay gap is the difference between the...

Form: Report your medical condition (form SL1V)
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added translation

Use this form to report these medical conditions:

narcolepsy cataplexy sleepiness obstructive sleep apnoea obstructive sleep apnoea...
Guidance: Venezuela – Consular Fees
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consular fees updated on 9 March 2018.

A full list of Consular fees in GBP (£) and their equivalent in local currency VEB (Bolivars).

Notice: NR15 2NH, E C Drummond (Agriculture) Ltd: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 14:45, 13 March 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...

Open consultation: VAT, Air Passenger Duty and Tourism in Northern Ireland
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended with postal address for responses.

The government wants to support the economy in Northern Ireland, and to help build on the growing success of the tourism industry there.

Concerns...

Policy paper: DFID Strategic Vision for Gender Equality: Her Potential, Our Future
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Page layout change.

The 2018 to 2030 Vision for Gender Equality is DFID’s Call to Action to shape and realise a future where girls and boys, women and men enjoy equal rights and equal opportunities...

Guidance: Intrastat (IS2): service availability and issues
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Planned downtime on Sunday 8 April 2018 has been added.

Latest updates on the availability and any issues affecting the IS2 online service.

Form: Apply for the Transforming Cities Fund
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The Transforming Cities Fund aims to improve productivity and spread prosperity through investment in public and sustainable transport in some of the largest English city regions.

This information gives...

Transparency data: DVSA earned recognition for vehicle operators: list of operators taking part
seen at 14:45, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added J S Fleet Services Ltd to the list.

DVSA earned recognition for vehicle operators is a new way to prove you meet driver and vehicle standards.

You regularly share performance...

FOI release: Local authority letters on recycling rates
seen at 14:44, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

RFI 9590 - Minister Coffey’s letter of 27 July 2017 and responses from local authorities on increasing their recycling rates.

Guidance: Hospital education: local authority baseline collection
seen at 14:44, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Between 13 March 2018 and 27 April 2018 we’re collecting information from local authorities about their planned spend on hospital education in the 2018 to 2019 financial year.

We’re doing this to produce...

Guidance: Customs Handling of Import Export Freight: service availability and issues
seen at 14:44, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Planned downtime for Sunday 25 March 2018 has been updated.

Latest updates on the availability and any issues affecting the CHIEF online service.

Independent report: Economic and fiscal outlook: March 2018
seen at 14:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This is the Office for Budget Responsibility’s latest Economic and fiscal outlook. It sets out forecasts for the economy and the public finances, and an assessment of whether the Government is likely to achieve...

Transparency data: DFID government e-payment framework transactions February 2018
seen at 14:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated page layout.

DFID publishes details of all spending over £500 using an electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS) on a monthly basis. The ePCS has replaced the government procurement...

‘Shocking’ that students don’t get enough info about costs
seen at 14:31, 13 March in OFFA (Our copy).

Commenting on a report issued today by the Office for Students that found students need better information about the real costs of higher education [note 1], Professor Les Ebdon, Director...

News story: New offshore patrol vessel named HMS Trent
seen at 14:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

Within the next few days the 90-metre warship, which is the third to be named following HMS Forth and HMS Medway, will take to the water for the first time and make the short journey across the Clyde from Govan...

News story: Nuclear experts cause Big Bang at national science fair
seen at 14:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

With over 70,000 visitors expected over the show’s four days – March 14 to 17 – the Big Bang Fair aims to show young people the opportunities related to science, technology, engineering and maths.

Exhibiting...

News story: Transport Secretary welcomes next step in £1.7 billion fund to transform local journeys
seen at 14:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

City regions across England are being invited to bid for funding from the £1.7 billion Transforming Cities Fund to help boost local economies.

Apply to the Transforming Cities Fund competition...

Official Statistics: Insolvency Service Enforcement Outcomes: 2017/18
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to monthly stats.

This statistical release contains the latest data and commentary on new outcomes obtained as a result of enforcement activities of the Insolvency Service during 2017/18...

Research and analysis: Regional goods export data: October to December 2017
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This spreadsheet provides supplementary data to that released in the HMRC Regional Trade Statistics This release includes quarterly information on the number of goods exporters by UK region and destination...

National Statistics: Individual Savings Account statistics
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Chart 4 has been adjusted to correct the labelling of cash and stocks and shares ISA fund market values.

The statistics are divided into 4 sections:

section 1 sets out the key features ...
National Statistics: Quarterly bus statistics: October to December 2017
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Statistics on the number of local bus:

passenger journeys fares

in Great Britain.

For the year ending December 2017, the number of local bus passenger journeys in:

England was 4...
Statistical data set: Local bus passenger journeys (BUS01)
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Passenger journeys on local bus services by metropolitan area status and country table updated for October to December 2017.

Table BUS0101

Passenger journeys on local bus services: Great ...

Statistical data set: Costs, fares and revenue (BUS04)
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Local bus fares index by metropolitan area status and country table updated for October to December 2017.

Table BUS0401

Operating revenue on local bus services by metropolitan area status...

Statistical data set: School inspections and outcomes: management information
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published management information as at 28 February 2018.

These figures are not official statistics.

Schools management information - release schedule <...
Statistical data set: Weekly road fuel prices
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Weekly road fuel prices as of 12 March published.

Weekly road fuel prices (Excel)

MS Excel Spreadsheet, 263KB

...
Guidance: Using Ofsted’s IDSR: early years foundation stage profile to key stage 4
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised standard deviations by prior attainment have been released for key stage 2 and key stage 4.

The inspection data summary report (IDSR) is a new data report that replaces the inspection...

Official Statistics: Residues of veterinary medicines in food: 2017
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published Results Paper 2017 updated

This document contains information on substances found in the UK where the level of concentration of a residue in an animal product is above the action point...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease: guidance on public health management
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published new combined guidance on the public health management of meningococcal disease.

Management, guidance and control measures from Public Health England’s Vaccine Preventable Invasive Bacterial...

Guidance: Protected food name: Scottish Wild Venison
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The Scottish Government is currently consulting on an application to register “Scottish Wild Venison” as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

The consultation paper can be found on the Scottish...

Decision: Company Names Tribunal decision: Virgin Report Limited
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).
Application number 1312

Applicant Virgin Enterprises Limited objected to the name used by Virgin Report Limited Limited under the Companies Act 2006.

This decision was defended. ‘Defended’ refers to decisions...

Guidance: Intervax BCG vaccine: training material for healthcare professionals
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This guidance has been revised to reflect the current unlicensed BCG vaccine.

This slide set and factsheet has been produced to accompany the supply of unlicensed Intervax BCG vaccine. It is aimed...

Guidance: Keep your vaccines healthy poster and magnet
seen at 11:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added fridge magnet and ordering details.

Vaccines wasted through mis-ordering, being left out of the cold chain, being allowed to go beyond their use-by dates, and fridge failures cost the NHS...

FOI release: FOI/EIR responses published by APHA: February 2018
seen at 11:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

We aim to publish all responses to requests sent to us under Freedom of Information (FOI) or Environmental Information Regulations (EIR) where information is partially or fully disclosed.

Guidance: Guidance on application for UK visa as Tier 4 student
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance document.

Use this guidance if you want detailed information on applications under Tier 4 (General) and Tier 4 (Child).

Form: Application forms: new abstraction licence for a previously exempt abstraction
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Forms and guidance notes have been updated to reflect feedback from stakeholders.

Complete the application form for a water resources licence part A to tell us about you and the type of licence...

Transparency data: Exmouth Marina dredging and disposal at Sprey Point
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added suspension notice extension to 14 June 2018

The MMO granted a marine licence in August 2017 for maintenance dredging of Exmouth Marina and disposal of materials at the Sprey Point disposal...

Decision: Company Names Tribunal decision: J & W Nicholson & Co Ltd
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).
Application number 1239

Applicant W Nicholson & Co Ltd objected to the name used by J & W Nicholson & Co Ltd under the Companies Act 2006.

This decision was defended. ‘Defended’ refers to ...

Guidance: Company Names Tribunal defended decisions and orders
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Decision O/149/18 added.

Use this guide to find details of all our defended decisions and orders

Pre 2014 defended decisions can be found via National Archives

<...
Research and analysis: Water situation: national monthly reports for England 2018
seen at 11:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New report published: Monthly water situation, February 2018.

These reports collect information from the Environment Agency, the Met Office and water companies that measure and monitor:

...
Land and Property Titles by Country of Ownership, as at 31 December 2017
seen at 11:30, 13 March in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

This document reports a breach of the Code of Practice for Official Statistics, or the relevant Pre-release Access to Official Statistics Orders, to which the Code applies as if it included these orders

Statement to Parliament: PM Commons statement on Salisbury incident: 12 March 2018
seen at 11:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to update the House on the incident in Salisbury – and the steps we are taking to investigate what happened and to respond to this reckless and despicable act.

<...
Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 10:34, 13 March 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...

National Statistics: Deaths registered in England and Wales, provisional: week ending 2 Mar 2018
seen at 10:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

National Statistics: Road fuel prices: 12 March 2018
seen at 10:34, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Cost of unleaded petrol (ULSP) and unleaded diesel (ULSD) in the UK as at Monday 12 March 2018.

Official Statistics: Insolvency Service Enforcement Outcomes: 2017/18
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update to monthly stats.

This statistical release contains the latest data and commentary on new outcomes obtained as a result of enforcement activities of the Insolvency Service during 2017/18...

Research and analysis: Regional goods export data: October to December 2017
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This spreadsheet provides supplementary data to that released in the HMRC Regional Trade Statistics This release includes quarterly information on the number of goods exporters by UK region and destination...

National Statistics: Individual Savings Account statistics
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Chart 4 has been adjusted to correct the labelling of cash and stocks and shares ISA fund market values.

The statistics are divided into 4 sections:

section 1 sets out the key features ...
National Statistics: Quarterly bus statistics: October to December 2017
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Statistics on the number of local bus:

passenger journeys fares

in Great Britain.

For the year ending December 2017, the number of local bus passenger journeys in:

England was 4...
Statistical data set: Local bus passenger journeys (BUS01)
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Passenger journeys on local bus services by metropolitan area status and country table updated for October to December 2017.

Table BUS0101

Passenger journeys on local bus services: Great ...

Statistical data set: Costs, fares and revenue (BUS04)
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Local bus fares index by metropolitan area status and country table updated for October to December 2017.

Table BUS0401

Operating revenue on local bus services by metropolitan area status...

Statistical data set: School inspections and outcomes: management information
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published management information as at 28 February 2018.

These figures are not official statistics.

Schools management information - release schedule <...
Official Statistics: Patients Registered at a GP Practice March 2018
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Data for this publication are extracted each month as a snapshot in time from the GP Payments system (Open Exeter) maintained by NHS Digital. This release is an accurate snapshot as at 1 March 2018.

Since...

Official Statistics: Provisional Accident and Emergency Quality Indicators
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

This report, generated from Hospital Episode Statistics (HES) A&E data, sets out data coverage, data quality and performance information for the following five A&E indicators:

Left department ...
Official Statistics: Provisional Monthly Hospital Episode Statistics for Admitted Patient Care, Outpatient and Accident and Emergency data
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Hospital Episodes Statistics (HES) is a data warehouse containing records of all patients admitted to NHS hospitals in England. It contains details of inpatient care, outpatient appointments and A&E attendance...

Statistical data set: Weekly road fuel prices
seen at 10:33, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Weekly road fuel prices as of 12 March published.

Weekly road fuel prices (Excel)

MS Excel Spreadsheet, 263KB

...
Guidance: Using Ofsted’s IDSR: early years foundation stage profile to key stage 4
seen at 10:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised standard deviations by prior attainment have been released for key stage 2 and key stage 4.

The inspection data summary report (IDSR) is a new data report that replaces the inspection...

Official Statistics: Residues of veterinary medicines in food: 2017
seen at 10:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published Results Paper 2017 updated

This document contains information on substances found in the UK where the level of concentration of a residue in an animal product is above the action point...

Guidance: Meningococcal disease: guidance on public health management
seen at 10:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published new combined guidance on the public health management of meningococcal disease.

Management, guidance and control measures from Public Health England’s Vaccine Preventable Invasive Bacterial...

Decision: Charity case report: The Friends of Blencathra Ltd
seen at 10:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

A report of a Commission case into The Friends of Blencathra Ltd (registered charity number 1157636).

Guidance: Protected food name: Scottish Wild Venison
seen at 10:32, 13 March in Search (Our copy).

The Scottish Government is currently consulting on an application to register “Scottish Wild Venison” as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

The consultation paper can be found on the Scottish...

News story: Innovative satellite tech company invests in the UK space sector
seen at 10:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

SatixFy, the satellite communication technology company, has gone from strength to strength since setting up UK operations in August 2016, after being established in Hong Kong, with its first design centre in...

Press release: Queen approves appointment of Suffragan See of Lancaster
seen at 10:30, 13 March in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has approved the nomination of the Reverend Dr Jillian Louise Calland Duff, MA, Director of Mellitus College, North West, to the Suffragan See of Lancaster, in the Diocese of Blackburn. Dr Jillian Duff...

Statutory scheme to control the cost of branded health service medicines (Lord O'Shaughnessy)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

This statement is to update the House that Regulations were laid before Parliament on 9 March 2018 to revise the statutory scheme to control the cost of branded health service medicines. The changes will come...

Local Government Policy (Lord Bourne of Aberystwyth)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My Rt Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government (Sajid Javid) has today made the following Written Ministerial Satement.

I am today announcing how I am minded to ...

Competitiveness Council, 12 March (Sam Gyimah)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Competitiveness Council (Internal Market and Industry) will take place on 12 March in Brussels. Day two on Research and Space has been cancelled.

The Council will hold an exchange of views on the European...

NHS Dental Charges (Steve Brine)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Regulations have been laid before Parliament to uplift dental charges in England from 1 April 2018.

Dental charges remain an important contribution to the overall cost of dental services. They have existed...

Local Government Policy (Sajid Javid)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today announcing how I am minded to proceed in response to the locally-led proposals that I have received for improving local government in Buckinghamshire. Currently in the administrative county of Buckinghamshire...

Financial Guidance and Claims Bill (Guy Opperman)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today placing in the Library of the House the Department's analysis on the application of Standing Order 83L in respect of the Government amendments tabled for Commons Report stage for the Financial Guidance...

Agenda of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) 15th March 2018, Brussels (Alok Sharma)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council will take place on 15th March 2018 in Brussels. I will represent the UK at the Council.

The Council will be invited to conduct a policy...

ECOFIN: 13 March 2018 (Elizabeth Truss)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

A meeting of The Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) will be held in Brussels on 13 March 2018. EU Finance Ministers will discuss the following:

Early Morning Session

The Eurogroup President...

HS2 Update (Chris Grayling)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to inform the House that we have published our consultation response on taking forward the vision of a Crewe Hub.

This response signals how our plans will support that vision and allow for ...

UK-Gibraltar Relationship (Robin Walker)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I chaired the sixth meeting of the UK-Gibraltar Joint Ministerial Council (Gibraltar EU Negotiations) on Thursday 8 March. We agreed a series of measures that will ensure that the valued and historic links between...

UK-Gibraltar Relationship (Robin Walker)
seen at 09:32, 13 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).
I chaired the sixth meeting of the UK-Gibraltar Joint Ministerial Council (Gibraltar EU Negotiations) on Thursday 8 March. We agreed a series of measures that will ensure that the valued and historic links between...