The Committee welcomes the belated but positive response by the Government to its repeated warnings about the inadequacies of the present system for advising Ministers on potential conflicts of interest and investigating...

Local Area Agreements drive improved outcomes for communities

Professor Ronald Barham SBStJ has been appointed as a member of the Valuation Tribunal Service (VTS) for a period of three years from 1 April 2006, Local Government Minister Phil Woolas has announced.

Total Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited (TLOR) has been fined £14,000 following a prosecution brought by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after an explosion at its refinery in Immingham, North Killingholme...

Asked whether there had been a policy hardening towards Iran given the leaked FCO memo, the PMOS said that we had not changed our policy towards Iran. We had always been clear that we believed that Iran had to comply...

Asked what the Prime Minister was expecting from the summit and how serious was the protectionism proposal being taken, the PMOS said we hoped to press forward with the Hampton Court agenda. For example on energy...

Asked if the government was happy that Capita had not received preferential treatment, the PMOS said that contracts were dealt with in the usual way, which was by officials not ministers. Asked why then had Rod ...

The PMOS told journalists that at the beginning of Cabinet the Prime Minster had expressed on behalf of the government his very deep appreciation and admiration for the outstanding professionalism, courage and commitment...

The Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) told journalists that the Prime Minister had tabled two written ministerial statements today. The first was about the appointment of Sir John Bourn as the independent...

Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: Working Ministerial Statement, Norman Kember, Government Contracts, European Council and Iran

The OFT has decided to release TV Eye from some of the commitments it gave in 2005 regarding its media agency registration and credit listing business (see press release 93/05). TV Eye, which was the first undertaking...

The OFT will continue its study into the Pharmaceutical Price Regulation Scheme (PPRS), the system used by the UK Department of Health to control the price of branded drugs prescribed in the NHS.

OFT sets out tips for consumers following judgment

Plans to make the Territorial Army (TA) more capable and relevant to future operations were announced today by Armed Forces Minister Adam Ingram.

Better co-ordinated delivery of advice could help resolve disputes about debt, housing, employment and other matters earlier and more effectively, according to a report published by the Department for Constitutional...

New shorter Bill to amend existing Mental Health Act

The Government today unveiled new guidance to help support school nursing.

New survey shows 17 per cent growth

Summer time will begin on 26 March at 1.00 am GMT and will end on Sunday 29 October at 1.00 am GMT. These timings apply throughout European Member States and reflect customary procedures. The clocks go forward, ...

"We are very pleased that Norman and his friends are safe. We are grateful for all the support we have had from so many people since Norman was taken hostage. We also thank everyone who has worked so hard for him...

Mr Philip Parham has been appointed British High Commissioner to the United Republic of Tanzania in succession to Dr Andrew Pocock who has transferred to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Parham will take...

The lives of more than 100,000 young people have now been enhanced by the continuing success of the Positive Futures programme, illustrated by the third Impact Report published today by the Home Office.

Legislation that will make it an offence for anyone in England and Wales to tout tickets for every match in this summer's football World Cup in Germany has been laid before Parliament, Home Office Minister Paul ...

To create a Grampian equipment and adaptations service.

This release relates to consultant numbers only and provides updated figures to 31st December 2005.

A £12 million cash boost for 12 Department for Culture, Media and Sport backed Arts, Culture and energy efficiency projects was welcomed by Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell.

Joint announcement by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Scottish Executive Environment and Rural Affairs Department, the National Assembly for Wales and the Department of Agriculture and Rural...

The Treasury has awarded total funding of £1.9 million from its Invest to Save Budget to six Defra sponsored projects, to fund environmental projects, which will pilot new ways of working in public services...

Home Office Minister Fiona Mactaggart today set out proposals to reform the law on bribery at home and abroad, publishing a consultation on bribery.   

Criminals found with £1,000 or more face having their cash seized under new proposals announced today.   

A key part of Europe's strategy for tackling terrorism and organised crime was put in place today when members of the European Parliament voted in favour of a deal to ensure phone and internet records can be retained...

Lessons from a report published into allegations of racism and mistreatment at Oakington Immigration Reception Centre will be applied across the whole detention estate, the Home Office said today.   

An update on the action plan set out in the wake of the London bombings of 7 July today shows the Government is making substantial progress in its fight against terrorism and extremism.   

New provisions designed to help strike a better balance between helping faith communities find suitably qualified religious workers while maintaining robust immigration controls were announced today by the Home ...

Significant reductions in crime, more offenders brought to justice and a decrease in the number of unfounded asylum claims are some of the achievements outlined in the Autumn Performance Report published today by...

The Environment Agency will be able to apply for Anti-Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs) to tackle enviro-crime such as vandalism, noise nuisance and fly-tipping, the Government announced today. The move will allow...

The Home Secretary, Charles Clarke, released the following letter today:   

Parents were today urged to think twice before giving mini-motos as Christmas presents unless they are sure they will be used properly and sensibly.   

New powers aimed at cutting bureaucracy and better equipping the police to tackle the changing nature of crime will come into force on 1 January 2006, Home Office Minister Hazel Blears announced today.   

As Year of the Volunteer 2005 comes to an end, Home Office Minister, Paul Goggins, has applauded the invaluable work of volunteers and has encouraged those not yet involved, particularly the young, to take part ...

Detection of crime through DNA technology has quadrupled over the last five years as a result of the Government's commitment and increased funding, Home Office Minister Andy Burnham announced today.   

The Government's commitment to tackle the appalling modern day slave trade of human trafficking moved up a gear today as Home Office Minister Paul Goggins launched a public consultation on a national action plan...

Police and local authorities will have tough new powers to deal with families who blight communities with unacceptable behaviour, according to the Government's Respect Action Plan published today.   

The Home Office will tomorrow (Sunday 15th January) launch a £1 million awareness campaign to make parents and children aware of the dangers posed by online paedophiles.   

Young people need to keep mobile phones and MP3 players safe at this time of year, says a Government campaign launched today by Home Office Minister Hazel Blears.   

MORE SUPPORT FOR WOMEN TO LEAVE PROSTITUTION COUPLED WITH ACTION AGAINST KERB-CRAWLERS   

A robust set of standard powers for Community Support Officers (CSOs) is to be introduced to help tackle low level crime and anti-social behaviour, the Home Office announced today.   

Greater numbers of successful asylum seekers will benefit from swifter decision-making while those with unsuccessful claims will be removed more quickly under the expansion of the Government's new asylum decision...

Plans to mark the 200th anniversary of Parliament's abolition of the slave trade in the former British Empire today received the support of the Deputy Prime Minister, David Lammy (Culture Minister) and Paul Goggins...

Tough measures introduced in 2000 to tackle the violence and disorder associated with football have had a major positive impact, Paul Goggins, Minister for football policing announced today.   

A package of measures to build safer, stronger communities and instil a culture of respect in society was announced today by the Home Secretary Charles Clarke. The Police and Justice Bill will continue to drive ...

A major cross-party review of how crime statistics are compiled and published, to increase public understanding of crime trends, was announced today by the Home Secretary, Charles Clarke.   

Home Office Minister Paul Goggins said:   

The Government is delivering on its pledges set out in its five year strategy for asylum and immigration published a year ago this month, which includes continuing to develop and strengthen measures to tighten UK...

Identity fraud is costing the UK economy over £1.7bn a year, according to figures published today by the Home Office.   

A new website that provides information for those working with refugee children has been launched by the Home Office today.   

Every home in England and Wales is to receive information about local policing including an assessment of their force's performance Home Office Minister Hazel Blears announced today.   

Violent crime fell by 11 per cent during the Christmas blitz on alcohol related disorder, the Government announced today.   

A nationwide knives amnesty will be held between 24 May and 30 June, the Home Secretary, Charles Clarke, announced today.   

A massive increase in the total amount of visible unpaid work carried out by offenders in the community was announced today by the Home Secretary, Charles Clarke.   

A powerful new computer system to share information to track and trace individuals wanted as part of criminal investigations was officially launched today by Police Minister Hazel Blears.   

Asked about the second speech, the PMOS said that it would primarily focus on the importance of global alliances and clearly Australia was part of that given their role in Iraq....

Faith-based groups whose work promotes understanding and dialogue received a £7.5 million increase in funding today as Home Office Minister Paul Goggins unveiled 578 successful applications to the Faith...

Asked if a new Duchy of Lancaster could be expected before tomorrow evening, the PMOS said that his focus would be on the European Council and the trip after that. In response to the suggestion that we did not really...

Asked, again, if there had been any contact between the Metropolitan Police and Downing Street, the PMOS said that he was not aware of any at this stage....

Asked for the Prime Minister's reaction to the budget, the PMOS said the budget delivered on the government's agenda and priorities....

The Government's pledge to provide every community in the country with its own dedicated neighbourhood policing team by 2008 has taken a major step forward, Home Office Minister Andy Burnham announced today.   

Asked for a reaction to the ETA ceasefire and whether we supported the Spanish government opening talks with ETA, the PMOS said that we welcomed the ETA statement and we now hoped to see the commitments made in ...

Equality, accountability and professionalism are at the heart of a new Code of Professional Standards for the police service, Home Office Minister Hazel Blears announced today.   

Asked what the Prime Minister wanted from the European Council, the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman (PMOS) said that the Spring Council was now almost always an economic council. As such we would like to see...

Asylum applications fell in 2005 to their lowest level since 1994 and the number of removals increased for the fourth consecutive quarter, according to statistics published by the Home Office today.   

Malawi nationals will be required to have visas to travel to, or to transit through, the UK, while Croatian nationals will no longer be required to do so, the Home Office announced today.   

Responding to the report by the Public Accounts Committee into voluntary sector funding, Home Office Minister Paul Goggins said:   

Press briefing from the Prime Minister's Official Spokesman on: European Council, ETA Ceasefire, Budget, Police Inquiry, Duchy of Lancaster and Next Foreign Policy Speech

Energy, economics and employment will be the top of the agenda when leaders including Tony Blair meet for the European Council.

NEW MIGRATION SYSTEM TO DECIDE WHO WORKS IN THE UK   

101 was today confirmed as the new telephone number for the public to secure advice and action on community safety and anti-social behaviour issues.   

A new Home Office programme to break down barriers to volunteering received a £3 million boost today. Volunteering For All will be a two-year strategy led by the Home Office and reaching across Government...

Unmarried partners are to receive pension benefits for the first time under a new police pension scheme, Minister for Policing Hazel Blears announced today.   

Frequent travellers from the UK and abroad can benefit from a faster, simpler way to pass through immigration control as new technology is launched at Heathrow Terminal 1 today.   

Home Office Minister Fiona Mactaggart today launched a thought-provoking Government advertising campaign warning men that they could go to jail for rape if they have sex without consent.   

HMP Long Lartin had improved since its last inspection, but more needed to be done to meet the challenges it faces, said Anne Owers, Chief Inspector of Prisons, publishing the report of an unannounced short follow...

A new programme of action and five practical guides aimed at reducing vandalism and other forms of criminal damage in 80 local areas in England and Wales have been launched today by the Home Office, in partnership...

The Government today reaffirmed its commitment to tackling inequality and creating opportunities for all, as Home Office minister Paul Goggins announced funding for work to promote race equality and community cohesion...

A range of measures to enhance protection of the vulnerable and provide greater assurance to the public were laid before Parliament today.   

A new purpose built Immigration Removal Centre is planned at Gatwick Airport as part of the Government's drive to deliver a firm but fair immigration and asylum system, the Home Office announced today.   

A new National Guidance Framework has been agreed to co-ordinate traffic information delivery and traffic management by the Highways Agency and local highway authorities.   

With heavy rain and strong, gusty winds spreading into Wales and northern England during today, Wednesday 28 September, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take extra care on the roads.   

Flashing cones and new types of convoys to escort drivers safely as they approach roadworks are being introduced by the Highways Agency as part of a wider initiative to make roads safer for workers and drivers.   

Drivers on the country's motorways and major 'A' roads are being reminded of good driving habits today. The Highways Agency is reminding all road users to keep left when not overtaking and not to drink and drive...

Roads Minister Dr Stephen Ladyman today visited the £100 million A249 Bypass and Swale Bridge scheme, which will improve transport links between the Isle of Sheppey and the Kent mainland, and support the...

With heavy rain and strong winds spreading into South West England during today, Monday 24 October, and then into the Midlands and Central South region tomorrow, Tuesday 25 October, the Highways Agency reminds drivers...

The Highways Agency is inviting smaller specialist companies to bid for its projects. The Agency has today advertised in the Official Journal of the European Union seeking interest from potential suppliers to provide...

Too many bikers are still being killed or injured on England's motorways and major A roads so the Highways Agency has launched a major initiative to help them stay safe.   

With heavy rain and strong, gusty winds spreading from the South West into Southern England and Wales tonight, Wednesday 2 November, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take extra care on the roads.   

With spells of very heavy rain and occasionally windy conditions forecast by the Met Office expected to affect much of England and Wales over the next two days, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take care on...

The Highways Agency is inviting formal expressions of interest from potential bidders for a contract to widen most of the current three lane sections of the M25 motorway to four lanes in each direction. The contract...

With the prediction of severe gale force winds spreading into northwest and northeast England today, Friday 11 November, and continuing into tomorrow, Saturday, the Highways Agency advises drivers to take care on...

With fog patches and freezing overnight temperatures expected in many parts of England over the coming days, the Highways Agency today reminded drivers to take extra care on the roads.   

As weather forecasters warn of the potential for a significantly colder winter than for many years this winter, and wintry showers expected in some parts of the UK at the end of this week, the Highways Agency and...

With snow showers forecast for England tonight, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to prepare themselves and their cars, and when on the roads, to slow down and take care.   

Icy roads could affect parts of England and Wales overnight (Tuesday 29 November) and during Wednesday (30 November) morning's rush hour. The Highways Agency has advised drivers to prepare themselves and their cars...

Roadworks at 24 major locations on English motorways and major A-roads will be removed for Christmas and the New Year holidays, the Highways Agency announced today.   

Having an accident is the biggest fear of drivers when severe winter weather strikes, alongside concerns about other people driving too fast and the risk of skidding on ice.   

Thousands of travellers across England are being reminded of the information now available from the Highways Agency and the Met Office to help combat seasonal delays on the roads.   

Drivers are being advised by the Highways Agency to check the weather forecast and road conditions before they set out today, with a fresh band of snow forecast this afternoon and overnight.   

With strong winds and heavy rain forecast in many parts of the country today, Tuesday 10 January, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take extra care on the roads.   

Video footage from Highways Agency CCTV cameras will be brought direct to your mobile phone, in a trial agreed by the Highways Agency. For the first time, images previously only shared with road service providers...

Suppliers have been appointed to provide services to the Highways Agency within two national framework contracts, one for research and development and one for technical consultancy. The contracts will jointly rise...

Efforts to cut congestion and increase flows on some of England's busiest motorways were boosted today with the start of national implementation of a £6m plan by the Highways Agency to introduce access...

The organization tasked with the smooth running of England's trunk roads and motorways is to be strengthened by two new Financial Directors, Highways Agency Chief Executive Archie Robertson announced today.   

Transport Minister Dr Stephan Ladyman today announced the signing of a new commitment to co-operation between the Highways Agency and the Rijkswaterstaat (RWS), part of the Dutch Ministry of Transport.   

Work starts on 20 February to improve safety on the A36 at Churchill Way in Salisbury by raising the height of the parapets over the railway line.   

With fog forecast across much of England, particularly northern and central areas, the Highways Agency reminds drivers to take care on the roads, especially overnight tonight, Friday and during Saturday.   

Almost three quarters of drivers believe the Highways Agency provides a useful service by issuing severe weather warnings and advice to drivers during extreme weather conditions, according to a new survey.   

The Highways Agency advises drivers to take care as the Met Office has warned of further periods of sleet and snow likely to affect Southern England and parts of the South Midlands this evening and overnight.   

The Highways Agency advises drivers to take care as the Met Office has warned that further snow is likely to affect Southern England during the next 24 hours.   

Gritting of motorways and major roads will continue this week with the Met Office forecasting more wintry weather for the UK, the Highways Agency said today.   

A new website to help haulage companies plan their journeys when moving abnormal loads has been launched by the Highways Agency. The ESDAL (Electronic Service Delivery for Abnormal Loads) website, will cut bureaucracy...

Highways Agency Traffic Officers will now patrol the whole of the M25, after the service was introduced between junctions 14 (London Heathrow) and 17 (Rickmansworth) today.   

Highways Agency Traffic Officers will now patrol the whole of the M25, after the service was introduced between junctions 14 (London Heathrow) and 17 (Rickmansworth) today.   

Drivers are advised that snow and sleet could affect travelling this weekend, particularly in the north of England, after the Met Office issued a severe weather warning today.   

Transport Secretary Alistair Darling today (Monday 20 March) announced the go ahead for the first ever car share lane to be built on a UK motorway.   

The Privy Council Office is the official winner of BBC 2 series "University Challenge: The Professionals". The team beat the Romantic Novelists' Association in the programme's final aired on the 12th September.   

Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster John Hutton MP today announced the appointment of four new members to the Advisory Panel on Public Sector Information. APPSI is a non-departmental public body charged with advising...

UK PRESIDENCY OF EU 2005   

Reuters Chairman Niall Fitzgerald joined UK Cabinet Ministers John Hutton and Alan Johnson in laying out the challenges that lie ahead on better European regulation.   

European Commission Vice President Gunter Verheugen congratulated the UK Presidency on its strong and progressive stance on better regulation, speaking at an EU Presidency conference hosted by the UK Cabinet Office...

The UK Presidency today welcomes the European Commission's announcement that it intends to withdraw 68 legislative proposals under its broader initiative to cut red tape.   

Jim Murphy, Cabinet Office Minister with responsibility for e-government will today visit Chatham to meet students from Mid Kent College and hear first-hand about their experiences of using government services online...

Dr Steve Marsh, Director of the Cabinet Office unit in charge of information assurance has won the 2005 European Information Assurance Award for best policy delivery, it was revealed last night.   

The UK Presidency today welcomes action by the European Commission that will save business money by removing unnecessary regulatory burdens.   

Sir Gus O'Donnell, Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil Service, today unveiled a 10-Point Plan to raise the pace towards a representative workforce. The Plan introduces a major programme of change aimed...

Customers will be able to access essential public services via mobile technology and interactive digital television, under plans to make government services more accessible and convenient published today by Cabinet...

The Government today announced a new drive to deliver major efficiencies for tax payers by merging back office functions in public services.   

Baroness Fritchie today published a report charting the development of OCPA since its establishment in 1995.   

Cabinet Office today announced the relocation of 30 staff to Birchwood in the North West of England. The relocation is being undertaken by Cabinet Office's e-Government Unit (eGU) and is designed to establish a ...

Lecturers and tutors in further eduction will spend more time teaching and less time form-filling under new proposals to cut the amount of bureaucracy they face, a cross Government report said today.   

The Government is today publishing its response to the tenth report of the Committee on Standards in Public Life, "Getting the Balance Right: Implementing Standards of Conduct in Public Life".   

Following the Prime Minister's announcement today, Sir Gus O'Donnell, Secretary of the Cabinet and Head of the Home Civil Service, welcomed the appointment of Ian Watmore as Head of the Prime Minister's Delivery...

The Prime Minister announced today that Her Majesty in Council has approved the appointment of Janet Paraskeva as the First Civil Service Commissioner and Janet Gaymer CBE as the Commissioner for Public Appointments...

New Bill to enable delivery of swift and efficient regulatory reform to cut red tape - Jim Murphy   

The breakdown of Civil Service figures by department for Q3 (30th June - 30th Sept 2005) will be published on the Civil Service website at 10am on Friday 13th January.   

The National School of Government has announced the appointment of the first Fellows to its Sunningdale Institute - a group including internationally rated academics and industry figures and offering development...

A campaign aimed at getting more women who go that extra mile nominated for the Queen's honours awards was launched today by the Cabinet Office. In the 2006 New Year's Honours list just under 37% of the Honours ...

Traditional values must be fused with dynamic 21st century skills to deliver better advice to Ministers and services to the public - that was the message today from the Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Home Civil...

CORRECTED VERSION   

'Government Skills' - The Sector Skills Council for Central Government is being launched today. It has been created to focus on the skills needed to improve delivery in central government.   

The Prime Minister has approved the appointment of Gill Rider to be Director General, Leadership and People Strategy in the Cabinet Office.   

REVIEW AIMS TO REDUCE UNNECESSARY BURDENS ON UK BUSINESS   

The Cabinet Office today launched a marketing campaign to increase awareness of the wide range of information, services and transactions available on www.direct.gov.uk The campaign will feature radio, online and...

Health Minister Jane Kennedy and Cabinet Office Minister Jim Murphy today announced plans to ensure that paperwork is kept to the minimum, freeing frontline NHS staff to focus on patient care.   

Health Minister Jane Kennedy and Cabinet Office Minister Jim Murphy today announced plans to ensure that paperwork is kept to the minimum, freeing frontline NHS staff to focus on patient care.   

A new cross-Government report promises to remove excessive bureaucracy and empower local government to deliver first class public services.   

Statement of issues   

Statement of issues   

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally concluded that there is an adverse effect on competition in connection with the supply of consumer credit through store cards and associated insurance in the UK. ...

The Competition Commission (CC) has formally cleared the completed acquisition by Bucher Industries AG (Bucher) of Johnston Sweepers Limited (Johnston).   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

Home Credit customers are generally happy with the loans they receive but this satisfaction comes at a high price, according to the latest document published by the Competition Commission (CC) as part of its inquiry...

Competition Commission invites evidence   

The Competition Commission (CC) has today published an issues statement as part of its inquiry into the market for personal current account (PCA) banking services in Northern Ireland.   

Statement of issues   

The Competition Commission (CC) will allow either Deutsche Borse AG (DBAG) or Euronext NV (Euronext) to acquire London Stock Exchange plc (LSE)-provided each party gives undertakings to implement a package of structural...

The Competition Commission (CC) has today formally cancelled its inquiry concerning the proposed acquisition of a 90% holding in Exeter and Devon Airport Ltd from Devon County Council by Macquarie Airports Group...

The Competition Commission (CC) has today formally cancelled its inquiry concerning the anticipated acquisition by Robert Wiseman Dairies plc of the fresh milk business of Scottish Milk Dairies.   

The Competition Commission (CC) has formally cleared the completed acquisition by British Salt Ltd of New Cheshire Salt Works Ltd (NCSW). In its final report published today, the CC has concluded that the merger...

Sir Callum McCarthy, Chairman of the Financial Services Authority, and Professor Mario Monti, the former European Competition Commissioner, were the key speakers at the latest in the Competition Commission's (CC...

John Davies has been appointed as the new Chief Economist at the Competition Commission (CC).   

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally cleared the completed acquisition by Ardagh International Holdings Ltd (Ardagh) of Redfearn Glass Limited (Redfearn) (previously Rexam Glass Barnsley Limited).   

Statement of issues   

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally cleared the franchise bid by National Express Group plc (NEG) of the Thameslink and Great Northern (TGN) rail franchise.   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

Statement of issues   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally concluded that the completed acquisition of the Festival Place cinema in Basingstoke by Vue Entertainment Holdings (UK) Limited (Vue) would substantially lessen ...

The Competition Commission (CC) has formally cleared the completed acquisition by Ardagh International Holdings Ltd (Ardagh) of Redfearn Glass Limited (Redfearn) (previously Rexam Glass Barnsley Limited).   

The Competition Commission (CC) has cancelled the inquiries into the references about the separate proposals for the acquisition of the Greater Western passenger rail franchise (GWF) by National Express Group plc...

The Competition Commission (CC) has published its final report on the franchise bid by National Express Group plc (NEG) for the Thameslink and Great Northern (TGN) rail franchise.   

Statement of issues   

Revenues for printed classified directory providers have continued to rise despite the presence of the internet and there appears to have been limited switching of advertising spend between printed directories and...

The Competition Commission (CC) has today published an issues statement as part of its inquiry into the anticipated acquisition of Ottakar's plc by HMV Group plc through Waterstone's plc.   

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally cleared the acquisition by FirstGroup plc (FirstGroup) of the Greater Western passenger rail franchise (GWF).   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

The Competition Commission (CC) has today published draft undertakings, which, if finalized, will allow either Deutsche Borse AG (DBAG) or Euronext NV (Euronext) to acquire London Stock Exchange plc (LSE) subject...

The Competition Commission (CC) visits Belfast this Thursday (February 16) to hold meetings with community groups, political parties and local authorities as part of its inquiry into the market for personal current...

The Competition Commission (CC) has provisionally cleared the completed acquisition by HJ Heinz Company (Heinz) of the HP Foods Group (HP).   

The Competition Commission (CC) has decided that Vue Entertainment Holdings must sell one of the two cinemas it currently runs in Basingstoke to another cinema operator in order to preserve competition.   

The Competition Commission (CC) is today publishing, for the purpose of consultation, draft undertakings agreed with Somerfield for divestment of stores identified in its report of 2 September 2005.   

The Competition Commission (CC) is now consulting on measures to remedy the adverse effect on competition it provisionally found in the markets for the supply of domestic bulk liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Great...

* Competition problems confirmed: - Annual Percentage Rates (APRs) on average 10 to 20 per cent too high.1 - Consumer detriment at least £55 million a year, maybe significantly   

The Competition Commission (CC) has formally cleared the acquisition by FirstGroup plc (FirstGroup) of the Greater Western passenger rail franchise (GWF).   

The Competition Commission (CC) has published the undertakings it has accepted from Somerfield Ltd (Somerfield), which was formerly registered as Somerfield plc. The undertakings require Somerfield to divest stores...

The Competition Commission (CC) has today accepted the final undertakings, which will allow Euronext NV (Euronext) to acquire London Stock Exchange plc (LSE) subject to specified conditions.   

The Competition Commission (CC) has today accepted the final undertakings, which will allow Deutsche Borse AG (DBAG) to acquire London Stock Exchange plc (LSE) subject to specified conditions.   

Competition Commission invites evidence   

Statement of issues   

The third phase of a groundbreaking scheme that allows people from ethnic minorities to observe mentor magistrates was launched today by the Secretary of State for Constitutional Affairs and Lord Chancellor Lord...