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14 May 2009

Consultation on an airspace change to establish segregated airspace for the Wales Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) environment (The Welsh Assembly Government)
seen at 17:35, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 5th May 2009 and ends on 28th July 2009.

ParcAberporth, is being developed by the Welsh Assembly Government as a Centre of Excellence for research, testing, development, demonstration...

Park Home Site licensing - Improving the Management of Residential Park Home Sites: Consultation (The Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 17:34, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 12th May 2009 and ends on 4th August 2009.

This consultation builds upon decisions about proposals taken following an earlier consultation in 2005 and sets out for further consideration...
Consultation on the Travel Behaviour Code Statutory Guidance (The Welsh Assembly Government)
seen at 17:34, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 12th May 2009 and ends on 31st July 2009.

The statutory guidance accompanies the Code and establishes a framework for investigating incidents involving learner travellers to...

Safe. Sensible. Social. Selling alcohol responsibly (The Home Office)
seen at 17:34, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 13th May 2009 and ends on 5th August 2009.

This consultation looks at proposed changes to the law regarding alcohol sales.

We'd like your opinions on a proposed new...

Houses in multiple occupation and possible planning responses: Consultation (The Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 17:34, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 13th May 2009 and ends on 7th August 2009.

A consultation document seeking views on three options for addressing the impact of high concentrations of houses in multiple occupation...

Consultation on the Travel Behaviour Code (The Welsh Assembly Government)
seen at 17:34, 14 May in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 13th May 2009 and ends on 31st July 2009.

The Code will establish common standards of behaviour, discipline and enforcement for children and young people travelling to and ...

'...develop a computer system that would allow residents to vote on their stances on issues rather than being forced to choose between representatives [who have their own sets of beliefs]' -- Sivan Wolfe
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
By asking people to help create a questionnaire on various lifestyle issues...
'...look in to the benefits for new unenpolyed who have payed there tax and national insurance for the last 10years BUT still are only intitled to the miniman allowance in that the same as any obne who has been unemployed for thwe last 10 years but has p
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
i have just been made unemployed i have been informed that my allowance as a...
'...arrange for the clarification of The Copyright, Designs and Patent Act with regatrds to the listening of radios.' -- Mr David Codd
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Following the recent report from the British Chamber of Commerce critising...
'...appoint ministers on the basis of their ability - not gender, creed or ethnicity' -- Mr Alastair Cannon
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Diversity and equality have no place in the appointment of our politicians....
'...Give compulsory parental lessons to parents for their misbehaving children.' -- emma casey
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I m sure that lots of parents will relate to this. If your child isn t being...
'...allow owners of Caterham Sevens (and similar kit and sports cars with no inbuilt provision for a front number plate) not to legally require one.' -- Mr John Birrell
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Caterham Sevens and similar kit cars often have no provision for a full size...
'...Allow all Girl Guiding members to be able to wear their uniforms to school, college or work on February 22nd 2010' -- Kerri Haseldine
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This will be a day of celebration and reflection, the birthday of the...
'...bring the troops home from Afghanistan. Noting the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan, and the destabilisation of Pakistan arising from the NATO military intervention in the region, and believing that only the Afghan people themselves can generate
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
'...bring the troops home from Afghanistan. Noting the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan, and the destabilisation of Pakistan arising from the NATO military intervention in the region, and believing that only...
'...To revise the Licensing Act 2003' -- Jason Shadlock
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
To revise the licensing act 2003. Since the new licensing laws came into...
'...Amend the Act of Settlement which precludes marriage of a member of the royal family to a Roman Catholic' -- Mr Tom Walsh
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Amend the above act to make it possible for a member of the royal family to...
'...enact legislation that allows all office workers to work from home at least one day every month.' -- Jasper Westaway
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We believe that allowing people to work at home on a regular basis will...
'...Change the standard age of opening a Limited Company bank account to age 16' -- Luke Derbyshire
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I am Luke Derbyshire and recently opened a limited company named 'Pro Gamer...
'...Please save the orangantangs' -- Tania Woods
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The Orangatangs are slowly being killed by man,just like the dodo. Please...
'...encourage a windfarm on Portsdown Hill with blades from Newport IOW' -- Mr Paul E G Cope
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Portsdown Hill is a windy ridge already despoiled by unsightly quarrying,...
'...Stop taking Children away from adults with Learning Disabilities' -- David Rudge
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We live in a society that thinks it's better to remove a problem than solve...
'...scrap water rates' -- michelle hughes
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
water rates should be put back in with the rent as people cannot afford to...
'...remove Gluten Free "staples" from the prescription list.' -- Mrs Anne J Smith
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
a Gluten Free diet does not depend solely on Gluten Free bread, biscuits,...
'...Enforce the seizure of any motorised vehicle that has modified exhaust or sub-woofers (impede the Right to Private Life when used)' -- Alex Keel
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Motor vehicles are a by-product of modern life and serve a useful purpose...
'...allow working parents to claim childcare allowance from tax credits for relatives caring for the child, if the relative is a registered childcare provider.' -- Miss Anastacia Carter
seen at 15:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many parents returning to work would prefer a close family member to care...
'...Finally get people with Phobias and Anxiety Disorders some DECENT help and SUPPORT!!!' -- Miss Rebecca Scott
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Get us noticed once and for all. Emetophobic's we don't have anyone who...
'...stop non resident parents having to pay child maintenance without contact unless good reasons are given' -- Sherry White
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Non resident parents are forced to pay child maintenance regardless of...
'...Make teenagers take a psychological test to assertain their fitness to drive' -- Mr Kevin Ginns
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many new teenage drivers are blatently not to be trusted behind the wheel of...
'...Restore full Maternity Services at Perth Royal Infirmary' -- Mr Jamie Lamond
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
NHS Tayside stopped running a full-time maternity unit at Perth Royal...
'...DVLA return original driving licences .' -- Mr A roy
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Most people are aware that upon renewing their driving licence that...
'...Introduce a license that people have to purchase from the Government if they want to have more than 2 children.' -- Ms I. Walker
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Introduce a license fee, payable per child, for people that want to have...
'...Abolish PRS in Cinemas' -- Gary Stevens
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
All UK cinemas have to pay huge sums of money for films they play to the...
'...ban betting on any form of dog racing' -- Bridget Mayes (nee Graham)
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Betting on dog racing has led to overbreeding of greyhounds, other...
'...Write off student fees debt for those students who started paying top up fees and are now struggling to find jobs due to recession.' -- Matthew Wallace
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
'...Write off student fees debt for those students who started paying top up fees and are now struggling to find jobs due to recession.' -- Matthew Wallace
'...increase the drinking age' -- michaelrobinson
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
we urge the government to increase the drinking age to 21 in an effort to...
'...ban the use of unpaid work experience and internships' -- Bridget Mayes (nee Graham)
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Unpaid internships and work experience placements for school and university...
'...decrease the price of public transport' -- Mr Matthew Rhys Baldwin
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
If the Prime minister is trying to get us to be more green, why is it that...
'...change sixth form student travel costs' -- simon willins
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
extend discounted travel for students in sixth forms, who currently cannot...
'...ensure any underpayment of family tax credits is paid as a lump sum and not in installments' -- graham anderson
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
apparently if you are underpaid by this government they dont have to repay...
'...Improve the national net of cycle routes to encourage cycling and boost the economy' -- Max Priesemann
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Cycling in UK is dangerous. Our economy is declining. Our climate is...
'...Discourage the use of agism by this Goverment' -- Mr James Barnett
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
To ask the Prime Minister and this Labour Goverment to cease the agism in...
'...Support and provide restitution to Stanford Fraud victims' -- Catherine Burnell
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In February 2009 thousands of UK citizens lost their life savings through...
'...Prevent GP's from striking a patient off their list without good cause and to make them answerable to a higher authority eg the Primary Care Trust.' -- Mr Malcolm & Glynis Edwards
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Your GP can at present strike you from their patient list simply by stating...
'...Nationalise the East Coast Mainline and run it properly (unlike GNER and National Express have done).' -- Andrew Church
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
GNER were running it, folded and had to hand it back. National Express took...
'...make powerful changes in policy in order to take a leading stand to bring the UK and Europe into a new era of sustainability' -- Enrico Petrucco
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The government must take a leading stand by changing policy in order to set...
'...Make labelling of foods that they are unsuitable/suitable for vegetarians/vegans compulsory' -- Master Miles Hay
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
How often do you go into a store and see a food you think is suitable for...
'...Ban halal meat for general consumption it is an inhumane practice and has no place in a modern forward thinking society.' -- paul pemberton
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Halal Food Authority have been a privileged member of the Group which...
'...change the rules and regulations governing wildlife in Royal Parks' -- Andy Callaghan
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
My partner and myself run our own wildlife rescue charity in SE London. We...
'...Replace Community Support Officers with proper police officers, who are more effective' -- Alexander Moisley
seen at 15:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
'...Replace Community Support Officers with proper police officers, who are more effective' -- Alexander Moisley
Industrial biotechnology report sets vision for uk industry to maximise the opportunities in a low carbon economy
seen at 15:47, 14 May in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
The industry-led Industrial Biotechnology Innovation and Growth Team (IB-IGT) chaired by Ian Shott today published its report setting out its vision for industrial biotechnology (IB) by 2025 and its recommendations...
Lifejackets save lives - don't be a statistic
seen at 13:55, 14 May in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has recently commissioned a radio advertisement in the south west of England to appeal to fishermen to wear their lifejackets whilst on deck.   
'...force internet service providers to filter 'text' speak, and thus improve the literacy of modern Britain' -- Dr Gideon Ceefax
seen at 12:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Text speak is a ridiculous form of communication, which looks extremely...
'...Stop spending millions of pounds of tax payers money...' -- joyce taft
seen at 12:57, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
On protecting Child killers/abusers, with new identities, new life and 24/7...
'...Have all MPs arrested' -- Mr Anthony Wilde
seen at 12:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Involved in overstating expenses and stealing from the tax payer including...
'...require all persons in charge of animals to demonstrate they have the knowledge required to look after the animals in a responsible manner.' -- Bruce Denney
seen at 12:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
All persons looking after animals (both commercial and domestic) should be...
'...Introduce a National Dog Register with DNA records kept on all dogs owned to prevent dog fouling in public places' -- Catherine Bell
seen at 12:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I propose that a national register of dogs is set up with mandatory...
'...More Money for Acne Research' -- Emma Thorn
seen at 12:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Acne is a ugly skin disease which can destroy ones self confidence, cause...
'...crush the cars of anyone found guilty of careless or dangerous driving' -- Margaret King
seen at 12:56, 14 May in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I keep seeing an advert saying that the cars of people who fail to tax them...
Appointment of a high court judge - kenneth parker qc
seen at 12:52, 14 May in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
The Queen has been pleased to approve the appointment of Kenneth Blades Parker, Esq., Q.C., to be a Justice of the High Court with effect from 2 October 2009 on the retirement of Mr. Justice McKinnon.   ...
Scarborough crowned europe's most enterprising place
seen at 12:47, 14 May in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
Seaside resort beats Helsinki and Valencia to win Europe's top award for enterprise   
Economy
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if there was any discussion on the economy in Cabinet and if the Prime Minister had any views on the latest forecasts, or if he sensed things might be turning around, the PMS said we stood by our forecasts...
Speaker
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minster retained full confidence in the Speaker, the PMS said that the Speaker was appointed by the Commons, not the Government and that the Prime Minister supported the will of the Commons and...
Crime Speech
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what the Prime Minister would be highlighting in his speech, the PMS said that the Prime Minister would be mentioning asset recovery and changing the burden of proof on convicted criminals to include not ...
MPs’ Expenses
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister was prepared to consider disciplinary action against any members of his Government over expenses, the PMS said that the Government had been answering questions in relation to this consistently...
Hazel Blears
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked why, when the PMS had announced that both James Purnell and Hazel Blears were involved in the Jobs for the Future announcement, Hazel Blears had not attended, the PMS replied the announcement was the following...
Unemployment
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the Prime Minister had a reaction to the timing and nature of the jobs figures released today, the PMS said that on timing, it was entirely a matter for the ONS and had nothing to do with the Government...
US Intelligence
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked if the letter sent by President Obama concerning US intelligence had been discussed by the Prime Minister and Nancy Pelosi in their meeting this morning, the PMS said that the letter from the Obama administration...
MPs’ Expenses
seen at 05:49, 14 May in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked whether the Prime Minister thought that any members of his Cabinet or party should be writing out cheques to repay their expenses, the Prime Minister s Spokesman (PMS) told the assembled press that on questions...
Lord-Lieutenant for Northumberland
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to appoint Her Grace the Duchess of Northumberland as Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant for the County of Northumberland upon the retirement of Sir John Riddell Bt CVO.

Biographical...
Morning press briefing from 12 May 2009
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Briefing by the Prime Minister s spokesman on: Hazel Blears, MPs expenses, crime speech, Speaker and economy

Hazel Blears

Asked why, when the PMS had announced that both James Purnell and Hazel Blears...

PM unveils new strategy on crime
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

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The Prime Minister has outlined a wide-ranging new strategy on crime that identifies new challenges facing the UK and action the Government plans to take to...

Afternoon press briefing from 12 May 2009
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Briefing by the Prime Minister s spokesman on: MPs expenses, US Intelligence and unemployment

MPs’ Expenses

Asked whether the Prime Minister thought that any members of his Cabinet or party should...

Prime Minister’s Questions
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

MPs’ expenses, unemployment and Sri Lanka were on the agenda at today s PMQs.

The Prime Minister also took questions on Corus, rural...

Government launches fund to create jobs
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

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Social enterprises in the UK have been urged to bid for Government funding to create thousands of jobs for young people.

The Prime Minister held talks...

LNG terminal is “great breakthrough” in energy - PM
seen at 05:48, 14 May in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister welcomed the Deputy Prime Minister of Qatar to a reception in Downing Street to mark the inauguration of a terminal for importing liquefied natural gas.

Abdallah Bin Hamad Al-Atiyah, ...

Department for culture, media and sport launch their third sector strategy
seen at 05:47, 14 May in Bank of England News - national (Our copy).
A new strategy to engage with and support the voluntary and community sector - the 'third sector' - was unveiled today by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.   
Government announce next steps on stonehenge visitor centre
seen at 05:47, 14 May in Bank of England News - national (Our copy).
A new visitor centre to help bring alive the mystery and majesty of Stonehenge, the UK's internationally renowned World Heritage Site, was given the go-ahead in principle today by the Government.   ...
Decision to invest in olympic village
seen at 05:47, 14 May in Bank of England News - national (Our copy).
Olympic programme remains on budget - £324m investment in village but overall cost forecasts across programme fall by £179m   
Cabinet office names director of digital engagement
seen at 05:46, 14 May in Cabinet Office News - national (Our copy).
The Cabinet Office has appointed Andrew Stott to the new role of Director of Digital Engagement, a position created to take forward the Power of Information agenda.   
Government lays out plans to place social enterprises centre stage at social enterprise summit
seen at 05:46, 14 May in Cabinet Office News - national (Our copy).
The government has set out plans to put social enterprises at the heart of its drive to create new jobs and business through the downturn and deliver public services more effectively.   
Statistical press notice - direct access audiology referral to treatment (rtt) times data february 2009
seen at 05:39, 14 May in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Context   
Diagnostics waiting times & activity data: month ending march 2009
seen at 05:39, 14 May in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
This data shows the NHS' progress in tackling the waiting times for diagnostic tests like scans. The monthly data published today gives the waiting times for 15 key diagnostic tests carried out in the NHS. &...
New health taskforce to spot signs of violence against women
seen at 05:39, 14 May in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
A new taskforce of health professionals working together to spot early signs of violence and abuse against women and girls, investigate the scale of the problem and ensure victims across the NHS get the support ...
New anti-discrimination treaty for disabled people on track for june
seen at 05:36, 14 May in Department for Work and Pensions News - national (Our copy).
A major UN treaty that will enshrine the human rights of disabled people will soon be ratified by the UK, Jonathan Shaw, Minister for Disabled People, announced today.   
M42/m6 active traffic management expansion
seen at 05:30, 14 May in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
- TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT BULLETIN -   
New health taskforce to spot signs of violence against women
seen at 05:28, 14 May in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
A new taskforce of health professionals working together to spot early signs of violence and abuse against women and girls, investigate the scale of the problem and ensure victims across the NHS get the support ...
Tough new powers and mandatory code to tackle irresponsible alcohol sales
seen at 05:28, 14 May in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
A ban on irresponsible drinks promotions including "all you can drink for £10", speed drinking competitions and "dentist's chairs" - pouring alcohol directly into people's mouths...
Ministry of defence welcomes "positive" report on support for operations
seen at 05:26, 14 May in Ministry of Defence News - national (Our copy).
A National Audit Office report has praised the Ministry of Defence's performance in supporting high-intensity operations under challenging conditions.   
Social change and celebrity culture shift perceptions of accents in advertising
seen at 04:39, 14 May in Central Office of Information News - national (Our copy).
Research from the Central Office of Information (COI) and the Radio Advertising Bureau (RAB) reveals that advertising effectiveness can be improved depending on the accent it uses.   
Appointment of a circuit judge - peter william clarke qc
seen at 03:44, 14 May in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
HM The Queen has appointed Peter William Clarke QC to be a Circuit Judge on the advice of the Lord Chancellor, the Right Honourable Jack Straw MP. The Right Honourable The Lord Judge, Lord Chief Justice of England...
The Adoption (Disclosure of Medical Information about Natural Parents) (Scotland) Regulations 2009: Response to Consultation on Draft Regulations
seen at 02:24, 14 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Consultation report on the Adoption (Disclosure of Medical Information about Natural Parents) Regulations
Adoption Information and Disclosure of Information Regulations: Response to Consultation on Draft Regulations
seen at 02:24, 14 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Consultation report on the Adoption (information and disclosure of informaiton) Regulations
Adoption (Supervision Requirement Reports) (Scotland) Regulations: Response to Consultation on Draft Regulations
seen at 02:24, 14 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Consultation report on the Adoption (Supervision requirement reports) Regulations
Achieving Smoke-Free Mental Health Services in Scotland - Consultation Responses
seen at 02:24, 14 May in The Scottish Government Publications - Latest (Our copy).
Achieving Smoke-free Mental Health Services in Scotland - responses
EU Informal Competitiveness Council (Gareth Thomas, Minister of State (also in the Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The following statement provides information on the EU Informal Competitiveness Council which took place in Prague on 5 May 2009, at which my official Claire Durkin director of Europe International Trade and ...

National Minimum Wage (Patrick McFadden, Minister of State (Employment Relations and Postal Affairs), Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In March 2008 the Government asked the Low Pay Commission to produce their next report on the national minimum wage by the end of February 2009. Due to the exceptional economic circumstances the Low Pay Commission...

Safeguarding - Progress in Delivering ContactPoint (Edward Balls, Secretary of State, Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 26 January, I announced to the House the first steps to deploy the Government's online directory—ContactPoint. I can today provide an update on progress in delivering ContactPoint, and outline the next...

Park Home Site Licensing Provisions (Iain Wright, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today published a Consultation Paper, "Park Home Site Licensing—Improving the Management of Park Home Sites", that proposes the introduction of an improved park home site licensing system.

...

Right to Enfranchise Provisions (Iain Wright, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today published a consultation paper that proposes the non-implementation and repeal of the Right to Enfranchise (RTE) provisions in the 2002 Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act (the 2002 Act).

The...

Gypsy and Traveller Caravan Count (Iain Wright, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Government have today published the "Count of Gypsy and Traveller Caravans on 19 January 2009".

Copies have been placed in the Library of the House and can be accessed via the Communities and Local ...

Housing and Planning Delivery Grant (Margaret Beckett, Minister of State (Housing), Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today announcing the release of a consultation into proposed changes to the allocation mechanism for years 2 and 3 (2009/10 and 2010/11) of Housing and Planning Delivery Grant (HPDG). HPDG was established...

Probation Board for Northern Ireland (Business Plan 2009-10) (Paul Goggins, Minister of State, Northern Ireland Office)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today published the "Probation Board for Northern Ireland Business Plan for 2009-10". The plan sets out the board's key objectives and performance targets for the coming year.

Copies have been placed...

Agency Targets and Business Plans (James Purnell, Secretary of State, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today able to announce the annual performance targets for 2009-10 for the two executive agencies of the Department for Work and Pensions. The targets I have agreed are set out below.

Further information...

EU: Competitiveness Council (Lord Davies of Abersoch, Minister of State, Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My honourable friend the Minister of State for Trade, Development and Consumer Affairs (Gareth Thomas) has today made the following Statement.

The following Statement provides information on the EU Informal...

Minimum Wage (Lord Davies of Abersoch, Minister of State, Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform)
seen at 02:23, 14 May in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right honourable friend the Minister of State for Employment Relations and Postal Affairs (Pat McFadden) has today made the following Statement.

In March 2008 the Government asked the Low Pay Commission...

Fishy northampton company caught hook, line and sinker
seen at 02:21, 14 May in Insolvency Service News - national (Our copy).
A Northampton company that imports fish has been wound up in the High Court following an investigation by the Government's Companies Investigation Branch (CIB).   
Real help for tenants - beckett
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
A major new package of measures to strengthen consumer protections for tenants living in private rented accommodation is being announced today by Housing Minister Margaret Beckett.   
Sadiq khan - final chance for your views on government's new race equality strategy
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Businesses, charities, voluntary groups and local authorities who have not already contributed to the Government's new race equality consultation are asked to come forward and make their views known.  &...
Fire service work with migrants praised in awards
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Working with young people to reduce arson and attacks on firefighters, raising fire safety awareness among migrant workers, and encouraging minority groups to consider a career in the service were just some of the...
Enhanced hot water safety and efficiency measures for all new homes
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
All new homes will feature inbuilt protection from hot water scalding in baths and will use water more efficiently under measures announced by Housing Minister Iain Wright today.   
Healey confirms action to protect council taxpayers
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Local Government Minister John Healey has today confirmed that the Government will take action to tackle excessive council tax increases set this year by two police authorities.   
Councils to lead job creation plans
seen at 02:07, 14 May in Department for Communities and Local Government News - national (Our copy).
Councils must be 'fully focused' on providing job creation programmes said Local Government Minister John Healey and Employment Minister Tony McNulty in response to a key economic report.   
£7.5m funding to help councils manage highways assets
seen at 02:05, 14 May in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
An extra £7.5m will be awarded to English local authorities to help them manage their roads, bridges and other highways assets, Transport Minister Paul Clark announced today.   
Britain better connected as adonis opens £8.9bn rail upgrade
seen at 02:05, 14 May in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
JOURNEY TIMES SLASHED - MORE TRAINS MORE OFTEN   
England to get its first 'sustainable travel city'
seen at 02:05, 14 May in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
Large urban areas across England are being given the chance to bid to become the country's first Sustainable Travel City, Transport Minister Paul Clark announced today.   
Soca annual report 2008-09
seen at 02:02, 14 May in Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA) News - national (Our copy).
The Serious Organised Crime Agency today published its annual report for the year 2008-09.   
Emergency services exercise fire on ship with brittany ferries
seen at 01:23, 14 May in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
An exercise, named 'Exercise Piran', will test the emergency services response to a fire at sea between Roscoff and Plymouth on Wednesday, 13 May. The exercise will involve the Brittany Ferries ship, '...
4 foreign ships under detention in the uk during april
seen at 01:23, 14 May in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
The Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) announced today that 4 foreign flagged ships were under detention in UK ports during April 2009 after failing Port State Control (PSC) inspection.   
Fishing vessel sinks off sound of harris
seen at 01:23, 14 May in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
Stornoway Coastguard Rescue Helicopter went to assist a sinking fishing vessel this afternoon and while deploying a pump from the helicopter both the fisherman and the winchman both went in the water as the vessel...
Search for missing angler at dunbar
seen at 01:23, 14 May in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
At 7.37pm Forth Coastguard launched an extensive search for a missing angler from Dunbar Harbour. Unfortunately there has been no sign of the man and the search has been called off tonight.