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11 October 2018

Policy paper: Introduction of T Levels
seen at 22:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added link to the consultation response and list of 2020 providers. Updated the important dates.

Information about the new T Level study programmes including:

what T Levels are how and...
Speech: Ensuring Free and Fair Elections in DRC
seen at 22:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr President, and let me begin by thanking SRSG Zerrougui both for her briefing and for the excellent assistance and advice that you gave the Council during our visit last week. I’d also like to thank...

Consultation outcome: Investigatory Powers Tribunal consultation: updated rules
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of final outcome of consultation.

The Investigatory Powers Tribunal Rules 2000 sets out, in greater detail than the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act, the procedures the IPT should...

Correspondence: Called-in decision: land at Bullsmoor off Nottingham Road, Belper (ref: 3194115 - 11 October 2018)
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a called-in decision for:

a maximum of 6000 sq m of B1/B8 floor space for the manufacture / assembly of heating appliances/boilers and parts offices (non-ancillary...
Correspondence: Recovered appeal: land at Bullsmoor, off Nottingham Road, Belper (ref: 3183493 - 11 October 2018)
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a recovered appeal for a maximum of 150 dwellings and:

public open space employment floor space - max 6000 sq m of B1/B8 for the manufacture/assembly of heating...
National Statistics: Schools, pupils and their characteristics: January 2018
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added open document version of 'Schools pupils and their characteristics 2018 - Cross-border movement local authority tables'.

This release provides data from the annual school census data return...

Guidance: Financial Reporting Advisory Board terms of reference
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated FRAB terms of reference.

Financial reporting is intended to underpin the UK government’s planning, monitoring and management of public expenditure.

This document outlines the terms...

Guidance: Complaints about charities (CC47)
seen at 20:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced information on whistleblowing with link to new whistleblowing guidance.

This document explains how the Charity Commission deals with reported concerns about charities, including:

...
Companies plead guilty following 2011 refinery explosion
seen at 20:31, 11 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
Before Haverfordwest Magistrates’ Court, Valero Energy UK Limited and B & A Contracts Limited today pleaded guilty to charges under Sections 2 (1) and 3 (1) of the Health and Safety at Work Etc Act 1974.
News story: Damian Hinds: Autonomy leads to progress in our schools
seen at 20:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The freedom and autonomy of the academies programme has driven innovation and standards have risen in our school system, the Education Secretary Damian Hinds said in a speech today (Thursday 11 October).

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News story: Reformed Plug-In Car Grant extended into next decade
seen at 20:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (11 October 2018) announced changes to funding to support purchasing the next 35,000 of the cleanest vehicles.

For the last 7 years, the Plug-in Car Grant (PICG) has provided ...

Research and analysis: Mental health and wellbeing provision in schools
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This report summarises a research project on the information schools provide to support their pupils’ wellbeing and mental health.

The report uses a sample to evaluate activities and approaches in different...

Transparency data: FCO spending over £500, August 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office publishes details of all spending over &pound;500 using the government procurement card on a monthly basis.

Transparency data: FCO spending over £25,000, August 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office publishes details of all departmental spending over &pound;25,000 on a monthly basis.

Guidance: Foreign embassies in the UK
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Head of Missions data updated.

The London Diplomatic List contains the addresses and contact details of all embassies and High Commissions. It also lists the names of the Heads of Mission and ...

Policy paper: Women and the Foreign Office
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Featuring a Foreword by Nicola Brewer, an Afterword by Karen Pierce, and a new section reflecting on the experiences of LGBT women in the FCO.

Statistical data set: Public-sector trade union facility time data
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated attachments.

Publication of trade union facility time data usage submitted by organisations as required under the Trade Union (Facility Time Publication Requirements) Regulations 2017.

Guidance: MSN 1858 Requirements for deck officers on large yachts over 24m
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added relevant MIN Links

Training & certification guidance: UK requirements for deck officers on large yachts (over 24m).

This merchant shipping notice (MSN) sets out and explains the...

Guidance: MSN 1859 Requirements for engineer officers on large yachts: 24m
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added relevant MINs

Training & certification guidance: UK requirements for engineer officers on large yachts (over 24m).

This merchant shipping notice (MSN) sets out and explains the...

Guidance: MSN 1865 Training requirements under chapter VI of STCW code
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added MIN link.

Seafarer training and certification guidance: UK requirements for emergency, occupational safety, security, medical care and survival functions.

This merchant shipping notice...

Guidance: High needs funding: due diligence process for special post-16 providers
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Special Post-16 due diligence guidance for 2019 to 2020 academic year.

This guidance explains the process that may lead to a grant funding arrangement with the Education and Skills Funding...

International treaty: Slovenia: tax treaties
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The synthesised text of the MLI and the 2007 Slovenia-UK Double Taxation Convention has been added.

Synthesised text of the Multilateral Instrument and the 2007 Slovenia-UK Double Taxation Convention...
Decision: Parallel import licenses granted in September 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

If you require more information on specific products or have any questions about the lists email info@mhra.gov.uk.

Form: Record details of a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) with DVSA
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

After you or the dealer register your heavy goods vehicle (HGV) with DVLA, you must record the HGV’s details with DVSA. This is so you:

get a ministry plate and plating certificate (if the vehicle...
Corporate report: Ordnance Survey Limited annual report and accounts 2017 to 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the activities and achievements of Ordnance Survey (OS) over the period 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018.

Presented to Parliament by the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial...

Corporate report: Chevening impact report
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Since 1983, Chevening Scholarships have enabled hundreds of international scholars and fellows access to study in the UK. The scholarships offer an opportunity that, for many, would otherwise be out of reach, ...

Decision: Marketing authorisations granted in September 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

If you require more information on specific products or have any questions about the lists email info@mhra.gov.uk.

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics for Q2 2018 to 2019 added

These statistics include:

crime matches subject samples NDNAD breakdown gender ethnic appearance age

We are currently unable to provide...

Consultation outcome: Investigatory Powers Tribunal consultation: updated rules
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Publication of final outcome of consultation.

The Investigatory Powers Tribunal Rules 2000 sets out, in greater detail than the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act, the procedures the IPT should...

Correspondence: Called-in decision: land at Bullsmoor off Nottingham Road, Belper (ref: 3194115 - 11 October 2018)
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a called-in decision for:

a maximum of 6000 sq m of B1/B8 floor space for the manufacture / assembly of heating appliances/boilers and parts offices (non-ancillary...
Correspondence: Recovered appeal: land at Bullsmoor, off Nottingham Road, Belper (ref: 3183493 - 11 October 2018)
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter and Inspector’s Report for a recovered appeal for a maximum of 150 dwellings and:

public open space employment floor space - max 6000 sq m of B1/B8 for the manufacture/assembly of heating...
National Statistics: Schools, pupils and their characteristics: January 2018
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added open document version of 'Schools pupils and their characteristics 2018 - Cross-border movement local authority tables'.

This release provides data from the annual school census data return...

Guidance: Financial Reporting Advisory Board terms of reference
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated FRAB terms of reference.

Financial reporting is intended to underpin the UK government’s planning, monitoring and management of public expenditure.

This document outlines the terms...

Guidance: Nationality document return service: England
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Liverpool no longer offers the service

Use this guide to find the details of local authorities in England that offer a document return service for UK nationality applications.

See Nationality...

Guidance: Complaints about charities (CC47)
seen at 18:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced information on whistleblowing with link to new whistleblowing guidance.

This document explains how the Charity Commission deals with reported concerns about charities, including:

...
Company and director sentenced after resident injured
seen at 18:31, 11 October in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A Cornish construction company and its director have been sentenced after a resident fell through the balcony at his home during recent refurbishment work.
Speech: Foreign Secretary's speech at the Illegal Wildlife Trade conference
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

On behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office – and our co-hosts, the Department for International Development and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs – I’m delighted to welcome you to this...

News story: No new inquest into the death of Theresa Biggs
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

After careful consideration, the Attorney General Geoffrey Cox QC MP has decided not to provide his authority for an application to be made to the High Court for a new inquest into the death of Theresa Biggs. ...

News story: Damian Hinds: Autonomy leads to progress in our schools
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The freedom and autonomy of the academies programme has driven innovation and standards have risen in our school system, the Education Secretary Damian Hinds said in a speech today (Thursday 11 October).

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News story: Windrush compensation scheme consultation extends
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Following a recommendation from Martin Forde QC, the independent adviser appointed to oversee the development of the scheme, the decision was made to extend the period of time that people have to respond. The...

News story: Science Minister signals hi-tech expansion for Culham
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Science Minister Sam Gyimah announced today development of Culham during his visit to Culham Science Centre.

The planned development – which is estimated to bring 200 new jobs – aims to cater for...

Speech: PM's words at the regions and nations lobby drinks reception: 11 October 2018
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you all for coming today. I know some of you had to travel some considerable distance.

We all know that free, plural and vibrant media is the backbone of this country’s democracy. This is a belief...

Speech: Damian Hinds speech at Confederation of School Trusts conference
seen at 18:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning everyone. I am delighted to be able to join you for this historic conference – the official launch of the Confederation of School Trusts.

Together you have long been a strong and essential...

Guidance: About shale gas and hydraulic fracturing (fracking)
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Factsheets added. Updated content to include information on the Shale Environmental Regulatory Group and Shale Commissioner.

Guidance containing background information on the government policy...

Guidance: Company losses toolkit
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Agent toolkit for Company Losses for 2017 to 2018 has been updated.

Find out about common errors on company losses in client tax returns.

Corporate report: Royal Mint Trading Fund: Annual Report and Accounts 2017 to 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Royal Mint Trading Fund has announced its annual results for 2017-2018. The Royal Mint Trading Fund generated &pound;415.9million revenue (2016-17: &pound;506.5 million) and returned an operating ...

Transparency data: Departmental spend over £25,000: September 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Office of the Secretary of State for Scotland departmental spend over &pound;25,000: September 2018

Research and analysis: Rainfall and river flow: weekly reports for England
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New report published: Rainfall and river flow, 3 to 9 October 2018.

These reports collect information from the Environment Agency, the Met Office and water companies to report on the:

amount...
Research and analysis: Mental health and wellbeing provision in schools
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This report summarises a research project on the information schools provide to support their pupils’ wellbeing and mental health.

The report uses a sample to evaluate activities and approaches in different...

Notice: Accelerator competition: finding explosives hidden in electrical items
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Correction to funding amount in phase 1 from &pound;3m to &pound;1.5m

The competition is closed. Details of those who have been successful in this competition can be found here.

Guidance: Use software to send Income Tax updates: service availability and issues
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Planned downtime for Friday 19 October 2018 to Tuesday 23 October 2018 has been

Latest updates on the availability and any issues affecting this service.

Guidance: Find out who has been granted a utility direction
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Glass Leaf Power Limited has been added and Basalt Global Limited has had electricity utility removed.

This alphabetical list helps gas and electricity suppliers know who has been granted a CCL...

Transparency data: FCO spending over £500, August 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office publishes details of all spending over &pound;500 using the government procurement card on a monthly basis.

Transparency data: FCO spending over £25,000, August 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office publishes details of all departmental spending over &pound;25,000 on a monthly basis.

Guidance: Foreign embassies in the UK
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Head of Missions data updated.

The London Diplomatic List contains the addresses and contact details of all embassies and High Commissions. It also lists the names of the Heads of Mission and ...

Policy paper: Women and the Foreign Office
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Featuring a Foreword by Nicola Brewer, an Afterword by Karen Pierce, and a new section reflecting on the experiences of LGBT women in the FCO.

Notice: LA23 1JW, Heaning Barn Cottages Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: EX22 6QU, Mr Andrew Pett and Mrs Lynn Pett: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: BS20 7SA, Mrs Emma Strawbridge: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Guidance: Individual Savings Account (ISA): list of authorised managers
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The list of authorised Individual Savings Account managers has been updated with additions, amendments and deletions.

The attached list lets you see managers of ISAs authorised by HMRC.

Statistical data set: Public-sector trade union facility time data
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated attachments.

Publication of trade union facility time data usage submitted by organisations as required under the Trade Union (Facility Time Publication Requirements) Regulations 2017.

Notice: HR1 3EZ, Mr Julian Saunders: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: BB7 9DU, Mr Mark Andrew Tierney, Mrs Zoe Tierney, Mr Dan Dawson and Mr Jeremy Bywater: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: HP23 5RX, Mr Ian Hawksworth: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: IP27 2AH, Mrs Beverly Hounsell: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Notice: AL3 6JJ, Mr David Meachin: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:33, 11 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...

Guidance: MSN 1858 Requirements for deck officers on large yachts over 24m
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added relevant MIN Links

Training & certification guidance: UK requirements for deck officers on large yachts (over 24m).

This merchant shipping notice (MSN) sets out and explains the...

Guidance: MSN 1859 Requirements for engineer officers on large yachts: 24m
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added relevant MINs

Training & certification guidance: UK requirements for engineer officers on large yachts (over 24m).

This merchant shipping notice (MSN) sets out and explains the...

Guidance: MSN 1865 Training requirements under chapter VI of STCW code
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added MIN link.

Seafarer training and certification guidance: UK requirements for emergency, occupational safety, security, medical care and survival functions.

This merchant shipping notice...

Guidance: High needs funding: due diligence process for special post-16 providers
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Special Post-16 due diligence guidance for 2019 to 2020 academic year.

This guidance explains the process that may lead to a grant funding arrangement with the Education and Skills Funding...

Corporate report: nucleargraduates: 10 years of achievement
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) is celebrating 10 years of its nucleargraduates scheme.

The milestone was marked at a celebratory dinner where NDA Chief Executive, David Peattie, announced...

International treaty: Slovenia: tax treaties
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The synthesised text of the MLI and the 2007 Slovenia-UK Double Taxation Convention has been added.

Synthesised text of the Multilateral Instrument and the 2007 Slovenia-UK Double Taxation Convention...
Decision: Parallel import licenses granted in September 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

If you require more information on specific products or have any questions about the lists email info@mhra.gov.uk.

Form: Record details of a new heavy goods vehicle (HGV) with DVSA
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

After you or the dealer register your heavy goods vehicle (HGV) with DVLA, you must record the HGV’s details with DVSA. This is so you:

get a ministry plate and plating certificate (if the vehicle...
Corporate report: Ordnance Survey Limited annual report and accounts 2017 to 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the activities and achievements of Ordnance Survey (OS) over the period 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018.

Presented to Parliament by the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial...

Corporate report: Chevening impact report
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Since 1983, Chevening Scholarships have enabled hundreds of international scholars and fellows access to study in the UK. The scholarships offer an opportunity that, for many, would otherwise be out of reach, ...

Decision: Marketing authorisations granted in September 2018
seen at 16:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

If you require more information on specific products or have any questions about the lists email info@mhra.gov.uk.

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 16:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics for Q2 2018 to 2019 added

These statistics include:

crime matches subject samples NDNAD breakdown gender ethnic appearance age

We are currently unable to provide...

Form: Universal Credit: Landlord request for a managed payment or rent arrears deduction
seen at 16:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated versions of the English UC47 forms to the online service. Changes include: option for landlords to give their email address, option for a phone number preference, removal of a tick box ...

Press release: Record high levels of severe obesity found in year 6 children
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

New data published today show the rate of severe obesity among year 6 children (aged 10 to 11) has increased by more than a third since 2006 to 2007 to 4.2%, its highest rate ever.

The latest data from...

Press release: Ministers host Agri-Tech discussions with key global investors
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Attended by ministers from BEIS, Defra and DFID, the roundtable helped to realise further growth in overseas investment in the UK Agri-Tech industry as ministers reaffirmed their commitment...

Press release: Booming business in Culham means expansion for Science Centre
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).
Culham Science Centre, home to 1,500 highly skilled scientists and innovators, has today (11 October) been granted permission to expand by Science Minister Sam Gyimah the expansion is needed now that the ...
News story: Statement on Funding for Scottish Farmers Post-Brexit
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Yesterday [Wednesday 10 October] Environment and Rural Affairs Secretary Michael Gove addressed the UK Parliament on the Agriculture Bill during its second reading. He guaranteed that agricultural funding...

News story: Immigration Rules: Next phase of EU Settlement Scheme confirmed
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The next phase of the roll-out of the EU Settlement Scheme, which allows resident EU citizens and their family members to obtain their UK immigration status, has been confirmed in the Immigration Rules.

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News story: Don't Blow It! Safely eliminating munitions on the battlefield
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Text updated to reflect competition is now active and addition of closing date for submission of proposals

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has launched a new competition aimed at the...

News story: Latest UK Aid Match round calls to charities tackling wildlife crime and deforestation
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for International Development has confirmed today (Thursday 11th October) the latest &pound;20 million round of UK Aid Match, inviting applications from charities working to achieve sustained...

News story: Aspire Achieve Advance 3aaa apprenticeship training provider termination of contracts
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

In conjunction with recent investigations, we have issued notices to terminate contracts with 3aaa. The notices will bring the contracts to an end in a three month period, in January 2019.

During the ...

News story: Government announces that medicinal cannabis is legal
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

For the first time in the UK, expert doctors have been given the option to legally issue prescriptions for cannabis-based medicines when they agree that their patients could benefit from this treatment.

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News story: £2 million investment to help NHS achieve zero inpatient suicide ambition
seen at 16:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has announced &pound;2 million in funding for the Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) over the next 2 years. The funding will help to reduce suicides across the NHS, with the aim of achieving zero...

Guidance: Draft Solvency II and Insurance (Amendment etc) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated summary and details and with Draft Solvency II and Insurance (Amendment etc) (EU Exit): draft statutory instrument.

This SI addresses deficiencies in retained EU law for the prudential ...

Correspondence: MAC response to the commission on the Shortage Occupation List
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

On 15 June 2018, Professor Alan Manning responded accepting the commission.

The Migration Advisory Committee will be issuing a call for evidence.

Read the Home Secretary’s commissioning letter...

Guidance: Kazakhstan – Prisoner Pack
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

This guide aims to explain the legal and prison system to British Nationals who are imprisoned. You can also read about how to apply for a transfer back to a UK prison

Guidance: Kazakhstan - List of Translators and Interpreters
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

The list of translators and interpreters who may be able to help with official transactions in Kazakhstan.

Guidance: Kazakhstan - List of Medical Facilities
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated

The following list of medical facilities/practitioners has been prepared by the British Embassy Office Almaty for the convenience of British Nationals who may require these services and...

Policy paper: Defence diversity and inclusion strategy 2018 to 2030: A force for inclusion
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Defence is increasingly challenging itself to become a more diverse and inclusive organisation. It recognises that recruitment and inclusion of individuals with diverse skills, perspectives and backgrounds will...

Policy paper: Investigatory Powers Act 2016 – codes of practice
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added handling arrangements

These codes of practice, which have been approved by both Houses of Parliament, set out processes and safeguards for the use of investigatory powers by public authorities...

Guidance: Influenza-like illness (ILI): managing outbreaks in care homes
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced guidance with 'Guidelines on the management of outbreaks of influenza-like illness in care homes'.

This guidance covers:

case definitions managing cases infection control ...
Transparency data: DWP: prompt payment data 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added prompt payment data for 1 July 2018 to 30 September 2018.

The percentage of invoices paid by DWP within 5 days and within 30 days of receipt.

Only the data for the period 1 April...

Consultation outcome: Draft Animal Welfare (Sentencing and Recognition of Sentience) Bill 2017
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the summary of responses to include Animal Welfare Research Network and Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law Veterinary Association in the list of respondents.

We want to know what you...

Guidance: Report fraud about a company
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link added to report suspicious company activity.

This guide covers information on:

how to protect your company from fraud what we can do who you should report fraud to fraud and ...
Promotional material: desider 2018
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the September edition to version 4.

desider is the monthly corporate magazine for Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). It is aimed at readers across the wider MOD, armed forces and...

Research and analysis: Benefit expenditure and caseload tables 2018
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published a revised version of the 'Outturn and forecast: Spring Statement 2018 (ODS)'. Rows 9 to 12 on the ‘UK welfare’ tab of the spreadsheet were formatted incorrectly, meaning the figures in these...

Open consultation: Windrush compensation scheme
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation closing date extended to 16 November.

We have extended the consultation period to allow more interested parties to have their say. It will now close on 16 November at 5pm.

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Policy paper: Joint Ministerial Committee (EU Negotiations) communiqué: 11 October 2018
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The 13th Joint Ministerial Committee (EU Negotiations) met today at 70 Whitehall, London. The meeting was chaired by the Rt Hon David Lidington MP, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and Minister for the Cabinet...

Research and analysis: APHA disease surveillance reports, 2018
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The monthly report is a summary of disease data gathered by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) Veterinary Investigation Centres.

It is part of the disease surveillance system which is used to monitor...

Notice: Notice 104: ATA and CPD Carnets
seen at 14:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Guidance on how to appeal against a Customs decision for CPD and ATA carnets has been updated.

This notice cancels and replaces notice 104 (November 2016), details of any changes to the previous...

FOI release: M25 Speed Cameras
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

A request was made under the Freedom of Information Regulations Act for information on speed cameras on the M25 between Hertfordshire/Watford and junction 2 in Kent.

FOI release: A21 Hurst Green
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

A request was made under the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 for information on the inspection of drainage on the A21 in the parish of Hurst Green between 2016 and 2018.

Research and analysis: Review of self-inflicted deaths in prison custody 2016
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This report presents the findings of a review of the self-inflicted deaths in prison custody in 2016, with a particular focus on the way in which mental health concerns were identified, assessed and managed, ...

Policy paper: Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules: HC 1534, 11 October 2018
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the specific changes to the Immigration Rules on given dates.

Guidance: List of upcoming releases of management information and ad hoc analyses
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This document provides details of upcoming releases of Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) management information and ad hoc analyses.

These are published in the interests of transparency and are not...

Official Statistics: List of upcoming ad hoc statistical releases
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The upcoming publication of 'Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) underpayments: forecast numbers affected, forecast expenditure and progress on checking' was incorrectly announced as a release of ...

Decision: FE Commissioner intervention: Northumberland College
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

A summary of the Further Education (FE) Commissioner’s findings and recommendations following an intervention visit to Northumberland College.

Apprenticeships and Skills Minister Anne Milton’s letter ...

Official Statistics: Weekly national flu reports: 2018 to 2019 season
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

These reports summarise UK surveillance of influenza and other seasonal respiratory illnesses for the 2018 to 2019 season.

Flu and other seasonal respiratory illness are tracked year round. We publish...

Official Statistics: Weekly all-cause mortality surveillance: 2018 to 2019
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Public Health England’s (PHE’s) weekly all-cause mortality surveillance helps to detect and report significant weekly excess mortality (deaths) above normal seasonal levels. This report doesn’t assess general...

Research and analysis: Syndromic surveillance: weekly summaries for 2018
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added summary for week 40, 2018.

Public Health England collects and analyses health related syndromic surveillance data and important public health mesages, and publishes weekly summaries.

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Research and analysis: Remote health advice: weekly bulletins for 2018
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 40, 2018.

Recording patterns in phone calls to the NHS 111 service each day across England, to track the spread of infectious diseases like flu and norovirus. These data...

Research and analysis: GP in hours: weekly bulletins for 2018
seen at 14:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin and data for week 40, 2018.

Monitoring the number of visits to GPs during regular surgery hours for important clinical indicators. This system reports daily, and covers over 55% ...

Research and analysis: GP out-of-hours syndromic surveillance: weekly bulletins for 2018
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 40, 2018.

The number of unscheduled visits and calls to GPs every day:

during evenings overnight on weekends on public holidays

This system complements...

Research and analysis: Emergency department: weekly bulletins for 2018
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 40, 2018.

The Emergency Department Syndromic Surveillance System (EDSSS) monitors the patient attendances each day, and what symptoms patients have, in a network of emergency...

Policy paper: Diversity of the teaching workforce: statement of intent
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

On October 11 the government announced its ambition to increase the proportion of public sector leaders from an ethnic minority background, so that the public sector workforce is fully representative of the communities...

Research and analysis: Race Disparity Audit
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Change to the description of the report on this page to point people to Ethnicity Facts and Figures website for updated findings

This report provides an overview of the main findings from the first...

Notice: DN14 7NG, R100 Energy Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 14:32, 11 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...

Guidance: Bats: mitigation class licence to allow low impact work on bat roosts (CL21)
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced application forms for annexes A, B, and C or D with updated versions.

The bat ‘low impact’ licence (CL21) is a mitigation class licence that allows a registered ecological consultant ...

Guidance: About shale gas and hydraulic fracturing (fracking)
seen at 14:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Factsheets added. Updated content to include information on the Shale Environmental Regulatory Group and Shale Commissioner.

Guidance containing background information on the government policy...

Press release: Alexander Dalrymple Award presented to UKHO's Jeff Bryant
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Named in honour of the first Hydrographer of the Navy, the Alexander Dalrymple Award has been presented by the UKHO each year since 2006 in recognition of an individual’s outstanding contribution to hydrography...

Statement to Parliament: HS2 Phase 2b working draft environmental statement
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

I would like to update the House on the progress of High Speed 2.

High Speed 2 will be the backbone of our country’s rail network. The first major railway to be built north of London for 150 years, it...

Press release: Foreign Secretary pledges to do everything possible to protect wild animals
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, said:

In the last 5 decades, the world has lost nearly 60 percent of its vertebrate animals. In case you believe that is just another statistic, think about what it ...

Press release: University laundry merger broken up by CMA
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The decision by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) comes following an in-depth investigation into market leader JLA’s takeover in May 2017 of its closest competitor Washstation. The 2 firms supply managed...

Speech: Amanda Spielman speech to the SCHOOLS NorthEast summit
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Read the press release for a summary of Ofsted’s proposed inspection changes.

Good morning and thank you for inviting me to be here today.

I always like getting to the north of England...

Press release: Chief Inspector sets out vision for new Education Inspection Framework
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Summary:

Amanda Spielman proposes 4 new inspection judgements schools will no longer receive a separate grade for outcomes for pupils focus will be on the substance of education and a broad curriculum...
Press release: HS2 launches public consultations on plans to extend the railway north
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Construction of the Phase One route between Birmingham and London is now well underway with 7,000 jobs already supported through the project. When construction peaks, as the full network progresses, that figure...

Press release: Foreign flagged ships detained in the UK during September 2018
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

During September, there were two new detentions of foreign flagged vessels in a UK port, three vessels remained under detention from previous months. A total of three vessels remain under detention at the end...

News story: Appointment of 12 psychiatrist and 13 judicial Parole Board members
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Ministers have approved the appointment of 25 (12 psychiatrist and 13 judicial) Parole Board members who will commence their tenures on 1 November 2018 for a period of 5 years. All Parole Board member appointments...

News story: Appointment of the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Sue McAllister has been appointed as the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman (PPO) from 15 October 2018 for 3 years.

PPO carries out independent investigations into deaths and complaints in custody. PPO has...

Press release: Signs of the future: new technology testbed on the A2 and M2 in Kent
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Pioneering work led by Highways England to transform journeys on the country’s busiest routes with innovative technology allowing vehicles and the roads to ‘talk’ to each other has been showcased to an international...

Statement to Parliament: Rail Review
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr. Speaker,

I would like to update the House on the government’s Rail Review, which we will use to build on the successes of our busy railway, to deliver a network that is fit for the future and better...

News story: New competition: Behavioural Analytics
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

This Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) competition is seeking proposals that can help UK Defence and Security to develop capability in ‘Behavioural Analytics’. We are looking for scientific and technological...

News story: Steve Rowan appointed EPO Vice-President for Patent Granting Process
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The IPO welcomes the announcement that Steve Rowan, Director Registered Rights (IPO) has been appointed as Vice-President of the European Patent Office Directorate-General Patent Granting Process.

News story: Improving our guidance on variations in names
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The names in deeds sent to us for registration must match. We also expect that names in deeds sent for registration, match the names of the registered proprietors in the register and the identity panels of our...

Press release: Parole Board welcomes appointment of new Judicial and Psychiatrist members
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The Parole Board welcomes the announcement today that ministers have approved the appointment of 23 new Parole Board members (12 psychiatrist and 13 judicial).

Martin Jones, CEO, said: “I am delighted...

News story: Increase to Immigration Health Surcharge gives NHS extra funding
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The IHS allows anyone in the UK on a work, study or family visa for longer than 6 months to access NHS services in the same way as UK citizens.

The proposals would see the surcharge increase from &...

Press release: Cambridgeshire man sentenced to 8 months for illegal waste sites
seen at 14:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

On Tuesday 09 October 2018 Michael Newsome was sentenced to a total of 8 months imprisonment (4 months consecutive for each offence) suspended for 24 months. Newsome was also ordered to carry out 240 hours of...

Transparency data: UK Space Agency spending report: September 2018
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The UK Space Agency publishes details of all its spending, both over &pound;25,000 and under, on a monthly basis.

Guidance: Glossary for the HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Provides a glossary of terms and list of abbreviations, including units of measurement used throughout documents published as part of the HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement.

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement Volume 1: Introduction and Methodology
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Volume 1 provides an introduction to the Environmental Statement and covers:

a description of HS2, the EIA process and the approach to consultation and engagement; details of the permanent features ...
Impact assessment: Alternatives Report for the HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Describes the evolution of the Proposed Scheme and the reasonable alternatives considered. It is published as an appendix to Volume 1 of the HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement.

Impact assessment: Non-technical Summary for the HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Provides a summary in non-technical language of the Proposed Scheme and reasonable alternatives considered. This includes the impacts of the Proposed Scheme (and, where possible, the likely significant environmental...

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement volume 2: map books
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

There are 26 map books covering community areas along the entire Phase 2b route. We recommend these are viewed in conjunction with the associated area reports.

Each map book contains a series of...

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement volume 2: community area reports
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

There are 26 reports covering community areas along the entire Phase 2b route. Reports with references starting ‘LA’ refer to the Eastern leg, ‘MA’ for the Western leg and ‘MML’ for the Midland Main Line.

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Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement volume 3: route-wide effects
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Describes the impacts and effects that are likely to occur at a geographical scale greater than the community areas described in the Volume 2 Community Area reports.

Published as part of the

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement volume 4: off-route effects
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

These works are at an early stage of design and will be reported in full in the formal Environmental Statement to be submitted alongside the hybrid Bill.

Published as part of the HS2 Phase 2b working...

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b Environmental Impact Assessment Scope and Methodology Report
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Scope and Methodology Report (SMR) also sets out the methodology that is proposed for determining the likely environmental impacts and effects, and for assigning values of magnitude and significance to them...

Impact assessment: HS2 Phase 2b Equality Impact Assessment Scope and Methodology Report
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Equality Impact Assessment Scope and Methodology Report (EQIA SMR) outlines:

the issues addressed by the EQIA; the types of equality effects and the criteria used in assessing them; the geographical...
Consultation outcome: HS2 Phase 2b draft Equality Impact Assessment Scope and Methodology Report
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Summary and final outcome added

To prepare for the High Speed Two (HS2) Phase 2b (Crewe to Manchester and West Midlands to Leeds) hybrid Bill, the government has commissioned consultants to undertake...

Consultation outcome: HS2 Phase 2b draft Environmental Impact Assessment Scope and Methodology Report
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Summary report and final outcome added

To prepare for the High Speed Two (HS2) Phase 2b (Crewe to Manchester and West Midlands to Leeds) hybrid Bill, the government has commissioned consultants...

Impact assessment: Draft Code of Construction Practice for HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The draft Code of Construction Practice will provide a consistent approach to the management of construction activities across local authority boundaries. This document will evolve and be amended as necessary...

Guidance: Official Solicitor and Public Trustee privacy notices
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Privacy notices for Official Solicitor and Public Trustee.

Transparency data: Workforce management information: Wales Office
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: August WMI added

Information on the Wales Office’s paybills for 2017; its workforce as at 31 October; and a monthly breakdown of associated paybill costs from 2017 onwards.

These figures...
Open consultation: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Equality Impact Assessment Report
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

HS2 Ltd will develop a formal Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) Report which it intends to publish when the hybrid Bill is deposited. It will contribute towards both enabling and documenting HS2 Ltd’s active ...

Open consultation: HS2 Phase 2b working draft Environmental Statement
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Parliamentary Standing Orders require an Environmental Statement (ES) to be submitted alongside the bill. In advance of the formal submission we have developed a working draft ES, which presents draft environmental...

Correspondence: Termination warning notice to William Lovell Church of England Academy
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

A letter from the Regional Schools Commissioner for East Midlands and Humber, John Edwards, to Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust.

The letter is in relation to the inadequate Ofsted and performance at William...

Open consultation: Directions for integrated care providers (ICPs)
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This consultation is aimed at GPs and others involved in the provision of primary medical services. It set outs the draft directions for those providing primary care as part of an ICP and asks if the draft provisions...

Corporate report: Annual Report of the Certification Officer 2017-2018
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The reports contain details of the Certification Officer’s activities in relation to:

lists of trade unions and employers’ associations trade union independence annual returns, financial irregularities...
Form: Report suspicious company activity
seen at 11:33, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Complete this pro forma if:

you’ve been appointed as a company officer without your knowledge or consent your registered office has been changed without the company’s knowledge or consent the company...
Transparency data: September 2018 CCO meetings record
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).
Record of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) engagement with Code Compliance Officers (CCOs) in September 2018, conducted through meetings or by correspondence

Location

Victoria House, Southampton...

Corporate report: CAC Annual Reports
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: CAC Annual Report 2017-18 issued.

CAC Annual Reports from 2002-03 to 2011-12 are available from the National Archives.

For Reports before 2002, please telephone the CAC on 020 7904...

National Statistics: Childrens Social Care Statistics for Northern Ireland 2017/18
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This bulletin presents children’s social care activity data by health and social care trusts in Northern Ireland including five year trends where data is available. Areas covered include children in need, child...

Decision: Neonicotinoid products as seed treatments for sugar beets: emergency authorisation application
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

The Health and Safety Executive received 2 applications from the British Beet Research Organisation seeking emergency authorisations for the use of neonicotinoid products as seed treatments on sugar beet. The...

Corporate report: The OISC Outline Corporate Plan 2017-2020 and Business Plan 2018-2019
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This document proposes a framework for the OISC’s priorities.

Guidance: Hepatitis A/B vaccine: patient group direction template
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added routine update of the HepA/B vaccine (temp) PGD.

The HepA/B vaccine PGD supports the provision of HepA/B vaccine to individuals aged over-one-year requiring pre-exposure immunisation against...

Correspondence: Commissioning letter to the MAC, on the Shortage Occupation List
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

On 14 June 2018, the government commissioned the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to carry out a full review of the shortage occupation list.

It is requested that the Migration Advisory Committee report...

Research and analysis: Evaluation: UK Spaceport Business Case
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Frost & Sullivan produced this report using an existing database of small satellite users and launch services, augmented with primary research on the UK’s small-satellite supply chain. The project includes...

Guidance: CCTV and recording devices for traffic offences: list of certifications granted
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated lists of certifications.

CCTV and evidence-recording equipment must be certified under the Transport Act 2000 and the Traffic Management Act 2004.

List of certifications granted...

Guidance: Hib/MenC risk groups: patient group direction (PGD) template
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added routine update.

This patient group direction (PGD) template supports the provision of additional Haemophilus influenzae type b and meningococcal C conjugate vaccine doses to individuals with...

Transparency data: Department for Transport information asset register
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information asset register updated from 2011 to 2018 list of datasets.

The Department for Transport’s information asset register (IAR) is a table of information relating to the important datasets...

Guidance: Draft Trade Repositories (Amendment and Transitional Provision) (EU exit) Regulations 2018
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated headings for Trade Repositories (Amendment and Transitional Provision) (EU exit) Regulations 2018: explanatory information

This SI will make amendments to retained EU law related to certain...

Guidance: List of affirmative draft financial services statutory instruments laid before Parliament
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with links to Draft Short Selling (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018, Draft Deposit Guarantee Scheme and Miscellaneous Provisions (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018, The Electronic Money...

Guidance: Draft Solvency II and Insurance (Amendment etc) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated summary and details and with Draft Solvency II and Insurance (Amendment etc) (EU Exit): draft statutory instrument.

This SI addresses deficiencies in retained EU law for the prudential ...

Guidance: Draft Markets in Financial Instruments (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated title for Markets in Financial Instruments (Amendment) (EU Exit) Regulations 2018: explanatory information and headings.

This SI will make amendments to retained EU law related to markets...

Correspondence: MAC response to the commission on the Shortage Occupation List
seen at 11:32, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

On 15 June 2018, Professor Alan Manning responded accepting the commission.

The Migration Advisory Committee will be issuing a call for evidence.

Read the Home Secretary’s commissioning letter...

Trustees fined by TPR for failing to invest £1.4m of savings promptly
seen at 11:30, 11 October in Latest news from The Pensions Regulator (Our copy).
Four trustees of a master trust who failed to promptly invest membersÂ’ savings for three years, affecting 9,081 members and contributions of £1.4m, have been fined by TPR.
News story: The AAIB is sending a team to Beverley
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The AAIB is sending a team to investigate an accident involving a light aircraft that occurred near Beverley, East Yorkshire.

Read more about how we investigate aircraft accidents.

Press release: IWT conference 2018: new funding for counter-poaching training in Africa
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

On the first day of the fourth international Illegal Wildlife Trade conference in London (Thursday, 11 October 2018), &pound;900,000 of new funding has been announced to develop a new British military...

News story: 30-year sentence for solar panel fraudsters
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Stephen Wilson, Robert Ross, Niall Hastie and Kenneth Reid, as well as brothers David Diaz and Ludovic Black, appeared at Liverpool Crown Court on 1 October after being found guilty of conspiracy to defraud by...

Speech: Foreign Secretary speech at the Illegal Wildlife Trade conference
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

On behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office - and our co-hosts, the Department for International Development and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs - I’m delighted to welcome you to this...

Press release: Record high levels of severe obesity found in year 6 children
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

New data published today show the rate of severe obesity among year 6 children (aged 10 to 11) has increased by more than a third since 2006 to 2007 to 4.2%, its highest rate ever.

The latest data from...

News story: Dounreay awards £22m waste store contract
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The project will see an existing above ground intermediate level waste store extended to house intermediate level waste that is expected to be processed and packaged as part of the site’s clean-up. Passively ...

Press release: Foreign Secretary pledges to do everything possible to protect wild animals
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary, Jeremy Hunt, said:

In the last five decades, the world has lost nearly 60 percent of its vertebrate animals. In case you believe that is just another statistic, think about what ...

Press release: University laundry merger broken up by CMA
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

The decision by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) comes following an in-depth investigation into market leader JLA’s takeover in May 2017 of its closest competitor Washstation. The 2 firms supply managed...

Press release: Defra approves sale of Sequoia for use only in greenhouses
seen at 11:30, 11 October in News and communications (Our copy).

Sequoia contains the active ingredient Sulfoxaflor which was approved by the EU in 2015 following assessment by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

The Government’s decision follows a full assessment...

National Statistics: Farming statistics - provisional crop areas, yields and livestock populations at 1 June 2018 – United Kingdom
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This publication gives the provisional UK results of the June Surveys of Agriculture and Horticulture run in June 2018 by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, the Scottish Government, the Welsh...

Official Statistics: Funding for flood and coastal erosion risk management in England
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 2018 update published

This document sets out Central Government funding for Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) in England, since financial year 2005/06.

The document sets...

National Statistics: Latest cattle, sheep and pig slaughter statistics
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with statistical bulletin and dataset for September 2018.

This monthly publication gives UK statistics on the slaughter of cattle, sheep and pigs, dressed carcase weights and meat production...

Statistical data set: All vehicles (VEH01)
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Monthly data table for vehicles registered for the first time by body type, updated for August 2018.

The methodology to assign vehicles as plug-in or non plug-in has been improved for the quarter...

Official Statistics: Specialist Employability Support statistics to August 2018
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This publication includes Specialist Employability Support programme statistics on the:

number of referrals to the Specialist Employability Support programme numbers of Specialist Employability Support...
Guidance: Specialist Employability Support statistics: information note
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

This note provides:

an explanation of the Specialist Employability Support programme and its aims, including detail on providers that deliver the programme nationally in England, Scotland and Wales...
Form: Application to transit UK on government business: form VAFDIP3
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced the document with a revised version.

Form for a diplomat or member of a foreign government to apply to pass through the UK on the way to another country on official business.

National Statistics: National Child Measurement Programme, England 2017/18 School Year [PAS]
seen at 10:34, 11 October in Search (Our copy).

Provides high-level analysis of the prevalence of ‘underweight’, ‘healthy weight’, ‘overweight’ and ‘obese’ children, in Reception (aged 4–5 years) and Year 6 (aged 10–11 years), measured in state schools in ...

Official Statistics: Provisional Accident and Emergency Quality Indicators for England August 2018, by provider
seen at 10:34, 11 October 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 before being...