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28 January 2016

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel meeting resources
seen at 20:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Meeting resources from the HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel.

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel meeting minutes
seen at 20:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Agreed minutes from the meetings of the Colne Valley Regional Park Panel.

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel Terms of Reference
seen at 20:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The nature of matters addressed at the Panel will change and evolve to reflect the development stages of the project, and the Terms of Reference will be updated accordingly.

Official Statistics: Weekly rainfall and river flow summary: 20 to 26 January 2016
seen at 20:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

A review of the rainfall and river flow data for England covering the 7 day period (Wednesday to Tuesday).

Policy paper: Online and distance sale of goods and supply of digital content
seen at 20:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The European Commission have published 2 proposals on digital content and the online and other distance sale of goods. The aim of the proposals is to reduce barriers to the growth of cross-border e-commerce...

News story: Typhoon facilities at RAF Lossiemouth ready for take-off after £23 million investment
seen at 20:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Work commenced on the £23 million project in October 2014 and was completed ahead of schedule in just 14 months.

The project involved creating a new headquarters building, refurbishing nine ...

News story: Winter 2015 to 2016 floods: government response
seen at 20:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with today's forecast from the Environment Agency

Government departments, councils and the Environment Agency are working together to respond to the flooding during the winter of 2015 to...

Speech: Chief Secretary to the Treasury on financial management in government
seen at 20:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

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

I feel I am returning home to some extent – because half my family is from Birmingham.

My parents met here, and my father...

Official Statistics: DBS dataset 5: police disclosure unit performance
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for November 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

Police performance in relation to DBS check applications each month for financial year 2015-16. It shows...

Official Statistics: DBS checks: police performance summary
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added police performance for November 2015.

You can use online tracking to check the progress of your DBS application.

If you have any further queries you can contact us.

Official Statistics: Service standards for DBS checks, referrals and barring
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics added for December 2015.

DBS checks

As part of our commitment, we will aim for:

95% of all disclosures to be issued within 8 weeks from receipt 0.02% or less sample check ...
Consultation outcome: Interception of communications and equipment interference: draft codes of practice
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Final versions of codes of practice published.

This is a consultation on 2 draft codes of practice pursuant to section 71 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA).

The...

Closed consultation: Maximising Economic Recovery of Offshore UK Petroleum: Draft Strategy For Consultation
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link to UK MER Strategy added

Consultation seeking views on a draft strategy for maximising economic recovery of petroleum from the United Kingdom Continental Shelf.

Section 9A of the Petroleum...

Notice: Patents: hearing diary
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Hearings diary updated.

This document is updated regularly to highlight the patents hearings which have been scheduled.

For further information relating to the hearings listed please email...

Policy paper: 2016/17 national tariff: top-up payments for specialised services
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We originally proposed that these reforms would be included in the 2016/17 national tariff consultation. We now propose to consult on these reforms for implementation in 2017/18.

Monitor is considering...

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics published for Q3 2015 to 2016.

Statistics including crime matches, subject samples, NDNAD breakdown, gender, ethnic appearance and age.

We are currently unable to provide figures...

FOI release: FOI Mutually Agreed Resignation Schemes in the NHS
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The FOI request asked various questions about the system for approval of Mutually Agreed Resignation/Voluntary Severance schemes adopted by NHS bodies.

The reply explains the process for NHS foundation...

FOI release: Minimum wage jobs in Ashfield Local Authority since 2009
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This is a response to an FOI request for information about the number of minimum wage jobs in Ashfield Local Authority since 2009.

Guidance: Design Approved Organization Scheme (DAOS)
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DAOS approved organisations list updated

Design Approved Organization Scheme (DAOS) provides an independent assessment of the competence of defence contractors and service organisations involved...

Official Statistics: Weekly water levels: Hampshire, West Sussex and Isle of Wight
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New data added 28 January 2016.

These graphs compare current data with the average, using the latest information gathered from Environment Agency telemetry equipment based at remote stations.

Guidance: Asbestos data collection in schools
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

In March 2015, the Department for Education completed a major review of its policy on the management of asbestos in schools. The outcomes from the review included the issuing of updated guidance, entitled ...

Form: Objection to school admission arrangements
seen at 18:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated form for 2017 to 2018 academic year.

Complete and return this form if you wish to object to the schools adjudicator because you consider a school’s admission arrangements:

are unlawful...
Form: In-year variation for admissions
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated form for admissions in September 2016 or 2017.

This form is for schools (not including academies) and local authorities.

It sets out how to apply to vary published admission arrangements...

Guidance: Approved inspectors’ final certificates and regulation 17
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of this divisional circular letter is to inform building control bodies in England and Wales on the effect of regulation 17 of the Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010, with regard...

Statistical data set: Other TB statistics
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated reactor and quarterly testing statistics.

This data set includes a range of other statistics relevant to the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in cattle.

Incidents of confirmed...
Guidance: MAOS approved companies
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Babcock at RAF Valley, RAF Leeming, RNAS Culdrose, RNAS Yeovilton, RAF Linton MRP 145.1009 - Serco UK and Europe Defence at RAF Northolt and RAf Brize Norton MRP 145.1011 - UAV Tactical Systems at ...

Corporate report: Cabinet Office: civil superannuation accounts 2014 to 2015
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document was presented to the House of Commons pursuant to Section 6(4) of the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000.

Guidance: SFA: changes to the adult education budget for 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Stakeholders have been consulted to ensure the funding rules provide the foundations for the adult education system to be simpler and more responsive to the needs of local communities and employers. We hope ...

Guidance: Adult education budget funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The adult education budget (AEB) combines all SFA participation and support funding that is not European Social Fund, advanced learner loans or apprenticeships.

You should read this document after you...

Guidance: Advanced learner loans funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the advanced learner loans funding rules for the 2016 to 2017 funding year (1 August 2016 to 31 July 2017).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who hold ...

Guidance: Apprenticeship framework funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the additional funding rules for apprenticeship frameworks. You should read it should be read together with other relevant funding rule documents. These include:

Skills...

Guidance: Apprenticeship standards funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the funding rules for apprenticeship standards that start between 1 August 2016 and 31 July 2017.

The rules form part of the terms and conditions of the funding agreement between...

Guidance: SFA: funding rates and formula - 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the details of the 2016 to 2017 funding system used to fund activity paid for from the following budgets: 16 to 18 apprenticeships (including traineeships), 19 and over apprenticeships ...

Guidance: Apprenticeships: common funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who receive apprenticeship funding from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA). These are the funding rules for all apprenticeship frameworks and standards, ...

Guidance: Skills Funding Agency: common funding rules
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who receive funding from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA). They do not apply to advanced learner loans or the European Social Fund, please refer to the...

Guidance: SFA: funding rates and formula - 2016 to 2017 - summary of changes
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Sets out the changes to the funding rates and formula 2016 to 2017 document from the 2015 to 2016 version.

Guidance: SFA funding rules 2016 to 2017: summary of changes
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

You can see the main changes from the funding year 2015 to 2016 in the summary of changes document.

It is not an exhaustive list of all the changes between the funding rules documents.

You must...

Research and analysis: Master Data Register
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Master Data Register PDF and CSV updated

This catalogue is known as the MMO Master Data Register (MDR) and it currently contains information to support our business and our regulatory and decision...

Policy paper: Independent Commission on Freedom of Information: external stakeholders meetings
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 14 and 19 January 2016 meetings

During October and November 2015, Lord Burns, Chair of the Independent Commission on Freedom of Information, met a number of external stakeholders. These documents...

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel meeting resources
seen at 18:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Meeting resources from the HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel.

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel meeting minutes
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Agreed minutes from the meetings of the Colne Valley Regional Park Panel.

Guidance: HS2 Colne Valley Regional Park Panel Terms of Reference
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The nature of matters addressed at the Panel will change and evolve to reflect the development stages of the project, and the Terms of Reference will be updated accordingly.

Official Statistics: Weekly rainfall and river flow summary: 20 to 26 January 2016
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

A review of the rainfall and river flow data for England covering the 7 day period (Wednesday to Tuesday).

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Variations effective from 00:01 hours, Saturday 30 January 2016 added

Variations occur to reflect changes in quota limits and closures or openings of sea areas.

Current licensing documents...

Notice: CDE enduring competition
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with next closing date: proposals to be assessed during March 2016 must be submitted by 5pm on 25 February 2016. Future closing dates for 2016/2017 have also been added.

Proposals to...

Policy paper: Online and distance sale of goods and supply of digital content
seen at 18:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The European Commission have published 2 proposals on digital content and the online and other distance sale of goods. The aim of the proposals is to reduce barriers to the growth of cross-border e-commerce...

NERC projects on oil and gas field decommissioning highlighted by Prime Minister
seen at 18:33, 28 January in NERC news (Our copy).

NERC's investment of £1m to support the decommissioning oil and gas fields was highlighted today by Prime Minister David Cameron.

The control of legionella in dry/wet cooling systems
seen at 18:32, 28 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

In recent years there has been increasing use of dry/wet cooling systems. This new webpage will help dutyholders, which includes employers, those in control of premises and those with health and safety responsibilities...

Working at height whilst window cleaning
seen at 18:31, 28 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Updated webpages provide information for window cleaners who work at height. Guidance replaces information sheets MISC 611, 612 and 613.

Musculoskeletal disorders in the cleaning industry
seen at 18:31, 28 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

New webpage, replacing guidance HSG234, providing information on MSD risks within the cleaning industry.

News story: Funding rules and funding rates and formula 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
Funding rules

The plans for skills devolution and reform of apprenticeships have provided us with an opportunity to review and rationalise our current funding approach and the way we present the funding rules...

Speech: Nick Gibb at the Jewish Schools Awards
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Can I start by saying thank you for inviting me here - it is a great privilege to join you at the inaugural Jewish Schools Awards.

Working as Schools Minister, it has continually struck me how powerful...

Press release: Severe weather warning issued for the North East
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Highways England has issued an amber weather alert for motorways and major A roads in the North East, with gusts expected to reach 70mph. The alert comes into force at 1am on Friday.

Drivers across the...

News story: Refurbished Chilcomb Ranges improves soldiers’ training experience
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The half-a-million-pound improvement and modernisation project, which included fitting the latest target system technology, improving some outdated structures and replacing old wiring and cabling, will enable...

News story: Landmark law to tackle psychoactive substances passed
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A landmark Bill to end the trade in harmful psychoactive substances and protect young people in the UK from the risks posed by these drugs received Royal Assent today.

The Psychoactive Substances Act ...

News story: Defence Secretary announces arrival of new aircraft at RAF Brize Norton
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Michael Fallon also highlighted a continuing investment of £366 million in world class training facilities at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire today, which is the home of the country’s air transport ...

News story: Typhoon facilities at RAF Lossiemouth ready for take off after £23 million investment
seen at 18:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Work commenced on the £23 million project in October 2014 and was completed ahead of schedule in just 14 months.

The project involved creating a new headquarters building, refurbishing nine ...

Statutory guidance: Delegated Marine Enforcement Officer powers for Inshore Fisheries Conservation Officers
seen at 17:13, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Council Regulation (EC) No 2016/72 added

Schedule of legislation enforceable by Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officers, cross-warranted by the as limited Marine Enforcement Officers, by the...

Guidance: Legal aid crime tender 2015
seen at 16:51, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Changes to criminal legal aid contracting update.

Latest updates

Sign up to receive the Legal Aid Bulletin by email.

28 January 2016 – changes to criminal legal aid contracting
Policy paper: Maximising economic recovery of UK petroleum: the draft MER UK strategy
seen at 16:51, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The Government is committed to supporting the oil and gas industry which plays a vital role towards our energy supplies to employment and our economy more generally. The OGA, which was established as an executive...

Policy paper: Equipment interference: code of practice
seen at 16:51, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This code of practice explains the circumstances and procedures that must be followed before the security and intelligence agencies can interfere with electronic equipment, such as computers. It also describes...

Official Statistics: DBS dataset 1: disclosure progress, information disclosed and update service subscriptions
seen at 16:50, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for December 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

performance against our target of 85% of all disclosures issued in 21 calendar days from April 2015 ...
Official Statistics: DBS dataset 2: response times for complaints, enquiries and disputes
seen at 16:50, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for December 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

performance against our target of 96% of complaints responded to within 10 working days each month from ...
Official Statistics: DBS dataset 3: number and type of registered and umbrella body applications
seen at 16:50, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for December 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

volume of registered/umbrella body applications each month from April 2015 volume of all registered/umbrella...
Official Statistics: DBS dataset 4: barring cases and appeals
seen at 16:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for December 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

performance against our target of 80% of all barring cases closed in 6 months (180 calendar days) each month...
Official Statistics: DBS dataset 5: police disclosure unit performance
seen at 16:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added statistics for November 2015.

The latest dataset for 2015 to 2016 details:

Police performance in relation to DBS check applications each month for financial year 2015-16. It shows...

Official Statistics: DBS checks: police performance summary
seen at 16:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added police performance for November 2015.

You can use online tracking to check the progress of your DBS application.

If you have any further queries you can contact us.

Official Statistics: Service standards for DBS checks, referrals and barring
seen at 16:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics added for December 2015.

DBS checks

As part of our commitment, we will aim for:

95% of all disclosures to be issued within 8 weeks from receipt 0.02% or less sample check ...
Consultation outcome: Interception of communications and equipment interference: draft codes of practice
seen at 16:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Final versions of codes of practice published.

This is a consultation on 2 draft codes of practice pursuant to section 71 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA).

The...

Closed consultation: Maximising Economic Recovery of Offshore UK Petroleum: Draft Strategy For Consultation
seen at 16:47, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link to UK MER Strategy added

Consultation seeking views on a draft strategy for maximising economic recovery of petroleum from the United Kingdom Continental Shelf.

Section 9A of the Petroleum...

Notice: Patents: hearing diary
seen at 16:47, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Hearings diary updated.

This document is updated regularly to highlight the patents hearings which have been scheduled.

For further information relating to the hearings listed please email...

Promotional material: IPO events calendar
seen at 16:47, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Webinar (Intellectual Property explained) 18 February 2016 added.

There are numerous events throughout the UK and abroad which have an intellectual property or business focus. The calendar is updated...

Policy paper: 2016/17 national tariff: top-up payments for specialised services
seen at 16:47, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We originally proposed that these reforms would be included in the 2016/17 national tariff consultation. We now propose to consult on these reforms for implementation in 2017/18.

Monitor is considering...

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 16:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Statistics published for Q3 2015 to 2016.

Statistics including crime matches, subject samples, NDNAD breakdown, gender, ethnic appearance and age.

We are currently unable to provide figures...

FOI release: FOI Mutually Agreed Resignation Schemes in the NHS
seen at 16:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The FOI request asked various questions about the system for approval of Mutually Agreed Resignation/Voluntary Severance schemes adopted by NHS bodies.

The reply explains the process for NHS foundation...

FOI release: Minimum wage jobs in Ashfield Local Authority since 2009
seen at 16:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This is a response to an FOI request for information about the number of minimum wage jobs in Ashfield Local Authority since 2009.

Guidance: Design Approved Organization Scheme (DAOS)
seen at 16:44, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DAOS approved organisations list updated

Design Approved Organization Scheme (DAOS) provides an independent assessment of the competence of defence contractors and service organisations involved...

Official Statistics: Weekly water levels: Hampshire, West Sussex and Isle of Wight
seen at 16:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New data added 28 January 2016.

These graphs compare current data with the average, using the latest information gathered from Environment Agency telemetry equipment based at remote stations.

Guidance: Asbestos data collection in schools
seen at 16:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

In March 2015, the Department for Education completed a major review of its policy on the management of asbestos in schools. The outcomes from the review included the issuing of updated guidance, entitled ...

Form: Objection to school admission arrangements
seen at 16:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated form for 2017 to 2018 academic year.

Complete and return this form if you wish to object to the schools adjudicator because you consider a school’s admission arrangements:

are unlawful...
Form: In-year variation for admissions
seen at 16:41, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated form for admissions in September 2016 or 2017.

This form is for schools (not including academies) and local authorities.

It sets out how to apply to vary published admission arrangements...

Guidance: Approved inspectors’ final certificates and regulation 17
seen at 16:41, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of this divisional circular letter is to inform building control bodies in England and Wales on the effect of regulation 17 of the Building (Approved Inspectors etc.) Regulations 2010, with regard...

Statistical data set: Other TB statistics
seen at 16:40, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated reactor and quarterly testing statistics.

This data set includes a range of other statistics relevant to the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in cattle.

Incidents of confirmed...
Guidance: MAOS approved companies
seen at 16:40, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Babcock at RAF Valley, RAF Leeming, RNAS Culdrose, RNAS Yeovilton, RAF Linton MRP 145.1009 - Serco UK and Europe Defence at RAF Northolt and RAf Brize Norton MRP 145.1011 - UAV Tactical Systems at ...

Corporate report: Cabinet Office: civil superannuation accounts 2014 to 2015
seen at 16:39, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document was presented to the House of Commons pursuant to Section 6(4) of the Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000.

Guidance: SFA: changes to the adult education budget for 2016 to 2017
seen at 16:38, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Stakeholders have been consulted to ensure the funding rules provide the foundations for the adult education system to be simpler and more responsive to the needs of local communities and employers. We hope ...

Guidance: Adult education budget funding rules
seen at 16:38, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The adult education budget (AEB) combines all SFA participation and support funding that is not European Social Fund, advanced learner loans or apprenticeships.

You should read this document after you...

Guidance: Advanced learner loans funding rules
seen at 16:38, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the advanced learner loans funding rules for the 2016 to 2017 funding year (1 August 2016 to 31 July 2017).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who hold ...

Guidance: Apprenticeship framework funding rules
seen at 16:38, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the additional funding rules for apprenticeship frameworks. You should read it should be read together with other relevant funding rule documents. These include:

Skills...

Guidance: Apprenticeship standards funding rules
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the funding rules for apprenticeship standards that start between 1 August 2016 and 31 July 2017.

The rules form part of the terms and conditions of the funding agreement between...

Guidance: SFA: funding rates and formula - 2016 to 2017
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out the details of the 2016 to 2017 funding system used to fund activity paid for from the following budgets: 16 to 18 apprenticeships (including traineeships), 19 and over apprenticeships ...

Guidance: Apprenticeships: common funding rules
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who receive apprenticeship funding from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA). These are the funding rules for all apprenticeship frameworks and standards, ...

Guidance: Skills Funding Agency: common funding rules
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The rules apply to all providers of education and training who receive funding from the Skills Funding Agency (SFA). They do not apply to advanced learner loans or the European Social Fund, please refer to the...

Guidance: SFA: funding rates and formula - 2016 to 2017 - summary of changes
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Sets out the changes to the funding rates and formula 2016 to 2017 document from the 2015 to 2016 version.

Guidance: SFA funding rules 2016 to 2017: summary of changes
seen at 16:37, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

You can see the main changes from the funding year 2015 to 2016 in the summary of changes document.

It is not an exhaustive list of all the changes between the funding rules documents.

You must...

Research and analysis: Master Data Register
seen at 16:36, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Master Data Register PDF and CSV updated

This catalogue is known as the MMO Master Data Register (MDR) and it currently contains information to support our business and our regulatory and decision...

Policy paper: Independent Commission on Freedom of Information: external stakeholders meetings
seen at 16:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 14 and 19 January 2016 meetings

During October and November 2015, Lord Burns, Chair of the Independent Commission on Freedom of Information, met a number of external stakeholders. These documents...

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall officially open the restored Wilton's Music Hall
seen at 16:34, 28 January in (Our copy).
Wilton's Music Hall
The control of legionella in dry/wet cooling systems
seen at 16:33, 28 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

In recent years there has been increasing use of dry/wet cooling systems. This guidance will help dutyholders, which includes employers, those in control of premises and those with health and safety responsibilities...

Analytical Services and Assays 2016/17
seen at 16:33, 28 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

HSE’s Health and Safety Laboratory can help ensure worker health protection by offering a wide range of analytical services for asthmagens and sensitisers such as isocyanates, soya, shellfish and wheat ...

News story: IP Master Class 2016 course
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

This specialist, classroom based course is aimed at anyone wanting to develop their knowledge and skills when working with business on issues around intellectual property.

It will enable you to develop...

News story: Bristol seminar: Reframing the commissioning of services for child sexual abuse (29 Feb 2016)
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

featuring

Dr Kieran McCartan Associate Professor in Criminology, University of the West of England

For over two decades research and practice have highlighted some of the long term impacts of child ...

News story: Technology Products: buyer engagement events
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The events are aimed at both existing and potential new public sector buyers and will provide a chance to contribute your thoughts on how the next agreement can best meet your technology requirements.

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Statement to Parliament: Changes to criminal legal aid contracting
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

My department is committed to upholding the rule of law, by defending the independence of the judiciary, guaranteeing access to justice and supporting the highest quality advocacy in our courts.

My department...

News story: Crime news: changes to criminal legal aid contracting
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Lord Chancellor has made a written ministerial statement to Parliament setting out a change in policy with regard to criminal legal aid contracting.

As a result, the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) will discontinue...

Press release: Let's concentrate on delivery not powers, says Wales Office Minister
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Welsh politics needs to move on from dated policy arguments about national differences to concentrate on delivery, Wales Office Minister Alun Cairns has said.

The call came in a major speech on devolution...

Press release: PM announces further boost for UK oil and gas industry
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Visiting Aberdeen today, the Prime Minister has reaffirmed the UK Government’s ongoing commitment to the UK’s oil and gas industry.

In addition to a &pound;250m UK City Deal signed earlier in the ...

News story: Pagham coastal spit: planning application to protect housing in West Sussex
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Natural England met local residents in Pagham to confirm it won’t block the planning application submitted by Pagham Parish Council to protect houses from erosion along this dynamic stretch of coastline.

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News story: New commercial and recreational fishing restrictions for Bass in 2016
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Text changed to reflect T&Q regulation: Council regulation (EU) 2016/71

Throughout 2015 the European Commission has been working with member states and their scientific advisors on a range of ...

News story: Clarification on fishing restrictions for Bass in 2016
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Title changed to Clarification on fishing restrictions for Bass in 2016

When the European Union (EU) publishes the annual regulations allocating total allowable catch and quotas to member states...

Press release: Stephen Crabb marks contribution of Wales' surviving servicemen of Normandy Landings
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Secretary of State for Wales Stephen Crabb has today attended an award ceremony in Cardiff where 12 veterans from Wales received France’s highest military honour – the Légion d’Honneur.

The honours ...

News story: Baroness Helen Newlove reappointed as Victims’ Commissioner
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The reappointment will allow her to continue to extend and grow her programme of work in the victims field.

Baroness Newlove will continue to inform policy making and play a significant role in delivering...

Speech: "This adoption sends a positive message at a hopeful time for Cyprus."
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr President.

The United Kingdom welcomes the renewal of the mandate for the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus through resolution 2263, unanimously adopted today. As the penholder ...

Press release: Further support for UK oil and gas industry
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has welcomed today’s announcement by the Prime Minister of a package of measures to further support the UK oil and gas industry during the current downturn affecting this nationally...

Press release: Britain’s best markets announced
seen at 16:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Britain’s best markets were today (28 January 2016) named at an awards ceremony at Birmingham City Council House.

The Great British Market Awards saw markets across the country battle it out to be crowned...

Research and analysis: Closing the gap: test and learn
seen at 14:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Over 200 teaching schools alliances worked together to carry out 11 large-scale randomised controlled trials, where 1 group of pupils is taught using a new method and another group is taught in the usual way ...

Promotional material: IPO events calendar
seen at 14:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: CIPA clinic (23 February 2016) and IP Master Class (14 to 16 June 2016) added.

There are numerous events throughout the UK and abroad which have an intellectual property or business focus. The ...

Correspondence: Independent provider bulletin: January 2016
seen at 14:45, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Some of the items in this month’s bulletin include:

update on the 2016/17 national tariff and current draft prices whistleblowing employment support scheme workshop from NHS Choices: resources you...
Consultation outcome: UK Export Finance’s anti-bribery and corruption policy
seen at 14:44, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response on UK Export Finance's Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy

UK Export Finance, the Export Credits Guarantee Department, wishes to consult on proposed changes to the anti-bribery...

Corporate report: DECC Media Team Contacts
seen at 14:44, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest list published

Contact list for DECC’s Media Team

Consultation outcome: Posted Workers Enforcement Directive
seen at 14:43, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added government response, impact assessment and summary of responses received.

A posted worker is a worker who carries out his work for a limited period of time in an EU member state other than...

Transparency data: 65th annual report to Parliament on smallholdings in England
seen at 14:43, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This report summarises how smallholdings have been managed in England by smallholding authorities from April 2014 to March 2015.

The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is required...

Policy paper: Business Statements: Office of the Leader of the House of Commons, January 2016
seen at 14:43, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 28 January statement added

The Business Statement takes place every Thursday morning when the House is sitting, usually at 11:30am. Statements are available here shortly after being announced to...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 25 January 2016
seen at 14:43, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses for Details of compensation claims made against MOD for damage caused by low flying RAF jet aircraft 2013 to 2015, Compensation payments paid to people who complained about low flying...

Guidance: Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S): graduate and apprentice opportunities
seen at 14:43, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added information about the Defence Commercial Apprentice Programme.

If you have recently left school or university and are interested in embarking on a career in defence but do not yet have the...

Guidance: Military low flying: MOD sponsored air exercises
seen at 14:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added MOD sponsored exercise list week commencing 1 February 2016.

A timetable of the current and future planned MOD sponsored low flying exercises by fast jets, rotary and transport aircraft within...

Guidance: HMS Cornwall: recycling
seen at 14:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Disposal Services Authority (DSA) report on the recycling of Type 22 frigate HMS Cornwall.

Transparency data: DFID government e-payments framework transactions December 2015 travel
seen at 14:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

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

Guidance: Electric vehicle homecharge scheme: guidance for installers 2015
seen at 14:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 'Approved chargepoint model list' updated.

The guidance document sets out the information that providers and installers need to install domestic chargepoints from 13 April 2015. It also outlines...

Open consultation: Introducing a stalking protection order
seen at 14:42, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation end date changed to 29 February 2016.

This consultation seeks views on the introduction of new measures to offer better protection to victims of ‘stranger stalking’.

In 2012...

Statistical data set: Quota use statistics
seen at 14:41, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Spreadsheets updated

The level of catches and landings of key quota species are monitored throughout the year through a series of weekly and monthly spreadsheets.

The management of these...

Transparency data: Organisational structure
seen at 14:41, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Organogram updated

This document provides an overview of the organisational structure of OISC.

Notice: Path Head landfill, Gateshead
seen at 14:41, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update for the Path Head site amended 28 January 2016

This document explains how the Environment Agency is working with Suez, operators of Path Head landfill, Gateshead, to reduce odour coming ...

Transparency data: Government procurement card
seen at 14:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Spend from August 2013 to March 2015 published.

Information on the policy, procedures and administration of the Government procurement card (GPC) programme across the Ministry of Justice

Background...
Guidance: VAT Notes 2015 Issue 4
seen at 14:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This note contains information about Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme.

Corporate report: Events recorded in England, Wales and overseas
seen at 14:35, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated document uploaded.

This is a list of the types of events that are recorded in England, Wales and overseas for which the General Register Office holds records. It also gives the dates for...

Official Statistics: Seasonal flu vaccine uptake in GP patients: 1 September 2015 to 31 December 2015
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

These tables present provisional data for the uptake of the seasonal influenza vaccine in GP registered patients in England from 1 September 2015 to 31 December 2015.

Official Statistics: Seasonal flu vaccine uptake in healthcare workers: 1 September 2015 to 31 December 2015
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Provisional monthly seasonal flu vaccine uptake data for frontline healthcare workers (HCWs), covering cumulative flu vaccinations administered from 1 September to 31 December 2015. The data is shown at national...

Transparency data: 16 to 19 sub-contracted students for the 2014 to 2015 academic year
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The Education Funding Agency (EFA) started collecting information on sub-contracting from the 2014 to 2015 academic year for further education (FE) institutions, and from the 2015 to 2016 academic year for schools...

Research and analysis: Syndromic surveillance summary
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added summary for week 3, 2016.

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 bulletin
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 3, 2016.

Monitoring 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 bulletin
seen at 14:34, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin and data for week 3, 2016.

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

Research and analysis: GP out-of-hours syndromic surveillance bulletin
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 3, 2016.

Monitors 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 bulletin
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added bulletin for week 3, 2016.

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

Research and analysis: Norovirus and rotavirus: summary of surveillance
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 2, 2016.

This report is updated monthly during the summer, and weekly during the winter.

Official Statistics: Mortality: weekly all-cause mortality surveillance
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 4, 2016.

Public Health England’s (PHE’s) weekly all-cause mortality surveillance helps to detect and report significant weekly excess mortality (deaths) above normal seasonal...

Official Statistics: Weekly national flu reports
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added national flu report and surveillance graphs (week 4, 2016).

These reports summarise UK surveillance of influenza and other seasonal respiratory illnesses from October 2013 onwards.

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Correspondence: Al Khair School, Croydon: HMCI letter to the Education Secretary
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector, Sir Michael Wilshaw, wrote to the Secretary of State for Education to set out Ofsted’s findings after inspecting the Al Khair School in Croydon.

Research and analysis: Winter health watch summary: 28 January 2016
seen at 14:33, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Summary for the week including 28 January 2016.

Independent report: St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: lessons learned
seen at 14:32, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

St George’s University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust was authorised by Monitor as an NHS foundation trust in February 2015. Shortly afterwards the trust experienced a sudden deterioration in its finances.

Guidance: Common land guidance sheet 2d: London Borough commons
seen at 14:32, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Minor updates to guidance

This guidance gives advice on obtaining consent for certain works and street improvements on metropolitan commons controlled and managed by a London Borough council.

Guidance: Healthcare needs and pregnancy dispersal: instruction
seen at 14:32, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

UK Visas and Immigration asylum process guidance about how we make decisions.

Statutory guidance: Delegated Marine Enforcement Officer powers for Inshore Fisheries Conservation Officers
seen at 14:32, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Council Regulation (EC) No 2016/72 added

Schedule of legislation enforceable by Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Officers, cross-warranted by the as limited Marine Enforcement Officers, by the...

Museum leadership course launches its third year
seen at 14:32, 28 January in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Museum leadership course launches its third year
Speech: Aviation capacity vital priority for UK
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
Introduction

Thank you Sir Michael.

I’m delighted to join you this evening.

And I’m grateful to BATA for giving me this opportunity to say a few words.

A lot has happened since I last...

Press release: PM calls with King of Saudi Arabia, Angela Merkel and Norwegian PM: 27 January 2016
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
Prime Minister’s call with the King of Saudi Arabia

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister called King Salman of Saudi Arabia this evening to discuss plans for the Syria donors...

Press release: UK government confirms £250 million City Deal for Aberdeen
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
The deal will see UK government, Scottish government and local authorities work together to invest in future of north-east Scotland major financial injection includes boost for innovation and diversification...
News story: Record investment in transport network used to guarantee apprenticeships
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
new transport skills strategy sets out how government will deliver plans to create 30,000 apprenticeships in road and rail sector by 2020 apprenticeship targets to be written into contracts delivering government...
Press release: Museji Ahmed Takolia CBE appointed as the new Chair of The Pensions Advisory Service
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced today that Museji Ahmed Takolia CBE has been appointed Chair of The Pensions Advisory Service (TPAS).

TPAS is an independent body which provides ...

Press release: Government scheme proves to be the business for job-seeking entrepreneurs
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A survey of 1,500 participants of the New Enterprise Allowance (NEA) published today (28 January) shows that 80% of ventures started with NEA support are still trading – with more than 9 in 10 of these going ...

News story: New navigation radar system for Royal Navy
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The new radars are the result of a &pound;44 million contract award by the Ministry of Defence.

The contract was awarded to Hampshire based Lockheed Martin Integrated Systems UK and will modernise...

News story: Appointment of Judicial Appointments and Conduct Ombudsman
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Lord Chancellor, the Rt Hon Michael Gove MP, is pleased to announce the appointment by Her Majesty the Queen of Paul Kernaghan as the Judicial Appointments and Conduct Ombudsman (JACO).

This appointment...

News story: IP Master Class 2016 course
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

This specialist, classroom based course is aimed at anyone wanting to develop their knowledge and skills when working with business on issues around intellectual property.

It will enable you to develop...

News story: CIPA clinic
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: New date added for 23 February 2016.

The Intellectual Property Office in Newport is running regular clinics with the Chartered Institute of Patent Attorneys. These clinics are for individuals seeking...

News story: Chancellor and Airbus announce cutting edge research facility
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Hundreds of highly skilled manufacturing and engineering jobs will be safeguarded in the South West thanks to a new &pound;37 million research facility, the Chancellor has announced today (Thursday 28 Jan...

News story: Bristol seminar: Reframing the commissioning of services for child sexual abuse (29 Feb 2016)
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

featuring

Dr Kieran McCartan Associate Professor in Criminology, University of the West of England

For over two decades research and practice have highlighted some of the long term impacts of child ...

Press release: Radical shake-up of power puts communities in control
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

New laws come into force today (28 January 2016) paving the way for the most radical decentralisation of power in generations.

The devolution revolution is already in full swing with local leaders up ...

Press release: Flood drop-in sessions organised for flood hit areas of York
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Residents of York are invited to come along to flood drop-in sessions to ask questions and find out more about the flooding that has recently affected the city.

Representatives from the Environment Agency...

Speech: Wales and Europe in an uncertain world
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon and thank you for this very kind invitation to come and speak to the Cardiff Business Club today. It is a huge pleasure and a privilege to be here with you.

I was ...

Speech: Sarah Atkinson speech, Westminster Policy Forum, 26 January
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
Charity regulation and the impact of legislation

Thank you. It is nice to see so many friendly faces here.

I would like to take a moment to set out the context into which my remarks fit. Charities represent...

Press release: ‘Wales and Europe in an uncertain world’
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Britain and Wales’ interests are best served in a reformed and reforming European Union, Secretary of State for Wales Stephen Crabb told an audience of business leaders in Cardiff today (Thursday 28th January...

News story: Register now for joint MHRA and BIA conference
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).
About the conference

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the BioIndustry Association (BIA) are proudly hosting this one-day joint regulatory conference.

See more about...

Press release: Environment Agency warns of flood risk continuing into weekend
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Read Winter flooding 2015: community support for advice and current information.

Communities in the north and south west of England and the Severn Valley should remain vigilant to the risk of...

News story: Technology Products: buyer engagement events
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The events are aimed at both existing and potential new public sector buyers and will provide a chance to contribute your thoughts on how the next agreement can best meet your technology requirements.

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Press release: Monitor to strengthen its foundation trust assessment process
seen at 14:30, 28 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Monitor is to tighten up its internal processes for granting foundation trust status to NHS trusts following an independent review into the authorisation of St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust...

Research and analysis: Inspection outcomes of short inspections of maintained schools and academies
seen at 11:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This dataset provides the number and outcomes of short inspections conducted between 1 September 2015 and 22 January 2016.

This dataset was produced to provide the latest information in between regular...

Research and analysis: European Social Fund (ESF) support for families with multiple problems evaluation
seen at 11:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This research reports the findings of an evaluation of the DWP European Social Fund (ESF) support for families with multiple problems programme. It provides evidence on the characteristics of effective support...

National Statistics: Energy Trends section 1: total energy
seen at 11:49, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: ET 1.1 and 1.2 updated.

Press enquiries should be directed to the DECC press office: Tel: 0300 060 4000. Other enquiries about these statistics should be directed to Iain MacLeay, e-mail iain...

National Statistics: Energy Trends section 2: solid fuels and derived gases
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: ET 2.5 and 2.6 updated.

Press enquiries should be directed to the DECC press office: Tel: 0300 060 4000. Other enquiries about these statistics should be directed to coalstatistics@decc.gsi....

National Statistics: Energy Trends section 5: electricity
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: ET 5.3, 5.4 and 5.5 updated.

Press enquiries should be directed to the DECC press office: Tel: 0300 060 4000. Other enquiries about these statistics should be directed to electricitystatistics...

National Statistics: Energy Trends section 7: weather
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest tables published.

For enquiries concerning these tables contact Susan Lomas.

Tel: 0300 068 5047

Email: susan.lomas@decc.gsi.gov.uk

Official Statistics: Enterprise and Seed Enterprise Investment Schemes: January 2016
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This Official Statistics publication with Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) statistics was published on 28 January 2016. It includes a commentary note and EIS and...

Statistical data set: International road fuel prices
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: January data published

Table last updated 28 January 2016.

Monthly: Premium unleaded petrol/diesel prices in the EU (QEP 5.1.1 and 5.2.1)

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Statistical data set: Monthly and annual prices of road fuels and petroleum products
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: January 2016 data published

Table last updated 28 January 2016.

Monthly: Typical/average annual retail prices of petroleum products and a crude oil price index...
Statistical data set: Domestic energy price indices
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: January 2016 data published

Tables last updated on 28 January 2016

Consumer prices index UK: fuel components in the UK/relative to GDP deflator (QEP 2.1.1 and...
Statistical data set: Annual January prices of road fuels and petroleum products
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: January 2016 data published

Table last updated 28 January 2016.

Annual prices: Typical retail prices of petroleum products 1970 to 2014 (QEP 4.1.3) <...
Guidance: ILR data: check that it meets standards and quality requirements
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New versions of PDSAT 32 & 64 bit uploaded on 28 January 2016.

Colleges, training organisations, local authorities and employers (further education providers) can use a number of reports and tools...

Open consultation: Damages for breaches of competition law: implementing the EU directive
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The Damages Directive is designed to make it easier for businesses and individuals to claim for compensation when they have been victims of a breach of European competition law.

This document sets out...

Guidance: Post-16 funding allocations supporting documents for 2016 to 2017
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Explanatory note: Further education institutions student number statement – academic year 2016 to 2017 has been added

The explanatory note and field guide support the funding factor statement and...

Guidance: Mystery Shopper: scope and remit
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated scope and remit of Mystery Shopper document

Before using the Mystery Shopper service

You are required to read the terms set out in our scope and remit. This sets the outcomes that we may...

Guidance: Social work: improving adult mental health
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

These 3 documents are part of the ‘Social Work for Better Mental Health’ initiative. They will help to improve social work across the mental health sector and to make sure the value of social work in improving...

Corporate report: Department for Work and Pensions: Civil Service people survey
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 2015 DWP Civil Service people survey.

The survey shows responses by theme:

leadership and managing change involvement in work management team learning and development inclusion...
Policy paper: Draft legislation: the VAT (refund of Tax to the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation) Order 2016
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This draft legislation specifies the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation as a body to which section 33 of the VAT Act 1994 applies.

A tax information and impact note has also been published...

Guidance: Pension schemes newsletter 75 - January 2016
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This newsletter is published by HMRC’s Pension Schemes Services to update stakeholders on the latest news for pension schemes.

Transparency data: DFID government e-payments framework transactions December 2015
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

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

Policy paper: VAT: refunds of non-recoverable VAT for the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

The Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC) was established on 1 April 2015 as a Mayoral development corporation under the Localism Act 2011 and is a designated Mayoral development area, which is...

Official Statistics: Late filing penalty statistics 2015-2016
seen at 11:48, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: December stats added

The figures in this report give details of:

penalties imposed appeals received discretion used not to collect penalty penalties cancelled value of penalties...
Official Statistics: Late filing penalty statistics 2015-2016
seen at 11:47, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: December stats added

The figures in this report give details of:

penalties imposed appeals received discretion used not to collect penalty penalties cancelled value of penalties...
Guidance: Afghanistan: country information and guidance
seen at 11:31, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance on Hindus and Sikhs.

Country information and guidance reports are used by UK Visas and Immigration officials to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications. The reports...

Research and analysis: Treasury analysis: estimated number of claimants affected by the change to the Tax Credit Income Disregard
seen at 11:31, 28 January in Search (Our copy).

This sets out the number of people HMT estimate are affected by the lowering of the Tax Credit Income Disregard from &pound;5,000 to &pound;2,500, it also includes an explanation of how the estimate was...