TGS


12 June 2009

'...legislate to encourage people to vote.' -- Mrs Ingrid McIlwraith
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The latest 28% voter turnout in the English and European elections is...
'...change-government-legislation-on-homelessness' -- Leanna Belsham
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
My aim is to reduce the number of young homeless people whether it is sofa...
'...retain the HMRC practice of equitable liability' -- Keith M Gordon
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
For many years, HMRC have waived their statutory rights to tax in...
'...make voting compulsory, and ensure that when positive, spoilt ballots count as NO, voting falls below 50% a constitutional review is undertaken and must be positively voted on by the native, born in the UK, electorate to reform the system of governmen
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
All people must have the right to live a life free from hurt and harm. We...
'...immediately freeze the Installation of more Mobile Phone Masts, until such time as these dangers can be scientifically and properly assessed.' -- Ian R Elliott
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
We members of the public are very concerned by the potential Health Threat...
'...review the current process of extending leases' -- Mrs Debra Norris
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current process of extending leases, particularly for properties based...
'...keep compulsory education at 16, instead of raising it to 18.' -- Mr Joseph Taylor
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Raising the age of compulsory education in the UK is a disaster waiting to...
'...reverse his decision to have sir alan sugar acting for his government' -- Iain Pears
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
reverse his decision to have sir alan sugar acting for his government
'...Introduce Identity Cards for retired military personnel.' -- Sqn Ldr Alan Flewitt RAF(retd)
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
When one retires from the UK Armed Services there is no easy way of showing...
'...terminate Vosa's contract for regulating british lorry drivers' -- Mel Randall
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Make the regulating and enforcement of regulations affecting British based...
'...STOP LONG ROAD WORKS' -- Mr Sunny Hollis
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Are you fed up of your local council spending what seems forever to complete...
'...bring in legislation to require every prospective MP to have spent a minimum of 10 years in an occupation unrelated to politics.' -- Mr. Ceri Morgan
seen at 17:46, 12 June in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The trouble over expenses is a symptom of a more significant problem: we are...
Joint statement from departments for business, innovation and skills and culture media and sport
seen at 17:33, 12 June in Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform News - national (Our copy).
The Prime Minister appointed Stephen Carter as Communications Minister with the specific task of commissioning and producing the Digital Britain report and its follow-up recommendations. This was agreed at the time...
Industrial Production Figures
seen at 05:57, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked for a reaction to the latest industrial production figures, the PMS said that as the Government had said, there were signs that Government actions to support the economy through this difficult downturn were...
Danish PM
seen at 05:57, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked what would be on the agenda for the meeting with the new Danish Prime Minister, the PMS said that they would want to discuss European economic issues ahead of next week s European Council, climate change ...
1966 World Cup Event
seen at 05:57, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
In answer to questions about the 1966 World Cup event at Downing Street, the PMS said that this followed a recent FIFA decision that members of the squad should also receive medals, and this was an event to mark...
Democratic Renewal Council
seen at 05:57, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked whether the Prime Minister thought today s Commons statement on democratic reform should be seen as a diversionary tactic away from the real issue of MPs expenses, the PMS said that there had been some incorrect...
Shahid Malik
seen at 05:57, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked whether the Prime Minister was aware that Shahid Malik had a second office and was he satisfied with Mr Malik s explanation, the Prime Minister s Spokesman (PMS) said that issues in relation to Shahid Malik...
EU
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked about the letter that the Prime Minister was sending out to EU partners, the PMS said that the letter would emphasise the importance of Europe remaining outward looking. It would also say that we continued...
Report on Monthly GDP
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Asked about the Prime Minister s reaction to a report from the National Institute of Economic and Social Research on the estimates of monthly GDP, the PMS said that the Prime Minister felt that there were signs...
Shahid Malik
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Put that new information today suggested that Shahid Malik had another office he was claiming for, the PMS said that there were lots of questions being asked of lots of MPs across the House of Commons. The particular...
Statement on Constitutional Reform
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Downing Street Says (Our copy).
Put that the Prime Minister had said that he expected MPs expenses to be published over the next few days and asked if there was a specific time, the Prime Minister s Spokesman (PMS) said that it was a matter ...
Prime Minister’s Questions
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Specialist hospitals, further education colleges and social housing were on the agenda at today s PMQs.

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Morning press briefing from Wednesday 10 June 2009
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Briefing by the Prime Minister s spokesman on: Shahid Malik, Democratic Renewal Council, 1966 World Cup Event, Danish PM and Industrial production figures

Shahid Malik

Asked whether the Prime Minister ...

PM outlines vision for reforming Parliament
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has told Parliament that each MP has a part to play in “regaining the country’s trust” as he outlined proposals for reform.

Watch the Commons Statement on Number...

Afternoon press briefing from 10 June 2009
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

Briefing by the Prime Minister s spokesman on: Statement on Constitutional Reform, Shahid Malik, report on monthly GDP and EU

Statement on Constitutional Reform

Put that the Prime Minister had said that...

Speech to members of 1966 England World Cup squad
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister delivered a speech to members of the 1966 England World Cup squad who were awarded medals at Downing Street for their part in the victorious campaign.

Read the transcript

It s great ...

PM meets NATO Secretary General designate
seen at 05:56, 12 June in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has offered his strong support to Anders Fogh Rasmussen in his new role as NATO Secretary General.

Mr Rasmussen was appointed as the new Secretary General at a NATO Summit in Strasbourg...

Appointment of two independent members of the agricultural wages board for england and wales
seen at 05:48, 12 June in Department for Environment, Food And Rural Affairs News - national (Our copy).
Information Bulletin   
Update of patient experience psa scores
seen at 05:47, 12 June in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:   
Social enterprise investment fund 2009/10 - open for business
seen at 05:47, 12 June in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Social enterprises which improve the quality of health and social care for local communities can now apply for loans and grants from the Department of Health's Social Enterprise Investment Fund, Care Services...
Report on the experience of patients in black and minority ethnic groups
seen at 05:47, 12 June in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
Statistical Press Notice   
New health secretary sets out vision for a people centred nhs
seen at 05:47, 12 June in Department of Health News - national (Our copy).
A new era in the National Health Service that builds on targets achieved and prioritises quality of care was set out by new Health Secretary Andy Burnham today.   
More control for disabled people
seen at 05:45, 12 June in Department for Work and Pensions News - national (Our copy).
A national consultation that could dramatically change the way every disabled person lives their life is being launched today by Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Yvette Cooper.   
Circuit bench appointments
seen at 03:41, 12 June in Ministry of Justice - Judicial Appointments News - national (Our copy).
HM The Queen has appointed Christopher Michael Batty 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...
Press Release - 'How flexible taxi services can help connect rural communities'
seen at 03:30, 12 June in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

This document is available as a download only

Press release to accompany a visit to Cumbria marking the launch of a campaign by CfIT calling for Government to announce and fund a large-...

How flexible taxi services can help connect rural communities
seen at 03:29, 12 June in Commission for Rural Communities (Our copy).

Stuart Burgess, our chair and the Government's Rural Advocate, is visiting Cumbria with the Commission for Integrated Transport (CfIT) to find out more about the Rural Wheels

Pupil Level Annual Schools' Census First Language Data Collection (The Welsh Assembly Government)
seen at 03:23, 12 June in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 10th June 2009, but we couldn't automatically determine when it ends. Check its website for more information.

From January 2011, it is proposed that the Welsh Assembly Government...

Review of procedures for handling broadcasting complaints, cases and sanctions (The Office for Communications (Ofcom))
seen at 03:23, 12 June in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 11th June 2009 and ends on 21st August 2009.

1.1 Ofcom is the body in the UK responsible for issuing licences to television and radio broadcasters. All Ofcom licences contain...

A new Objective for MRSA: National Quality Board stakeholder engagement (The Department of Health)
seen at 03:22, 12 June in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started on 11th June 2009 and ends on 24th July 2009.

A stakeholder engagement activity overseen by the National Quality Board on a new MRSA Objective to continue to drive improvements...

Driving Standards Agency (DSA) - Real total mass consultation (The Department for Transport)
seen at 03:22, 12 June in All consultations (Our copy).

This consultation started around the 12th June 2009 and ends on 3rd September 2009.

Driving Standards Agency (DSA)

Advice to drivers - a43 closure and diversions for the british grand prix at silverstone, northamptonshire june 19-21
seen at 02:29, 12 June in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
Road users planning to use the A43 in Northamptonshire during the weekend of the British Grand Prix are advised to plan their journey and keep up to date with the latest road conditions.   
Highways traffic officers tackle a wrecked car to promote road safety
seen at 02:29, 12 June in Highways Agency News - national (Our copy).
The safety of young drivers in Bedfordshire will form part of the Luton Festival of Transport this Sunday (14 June).   
Contract awarded for next generation of passports
seen at 02:28, 12 June in Home Office News - national (Our copy).
The next generation of British passports will be delivered under a new £400 million contract announced today.   
Paul myners' speech to the association of foreign banks
seen at 02:21, 12 June in Treasury News - national (Our copy).
Check Against Delivery Chairman, Lord Mayor, Sheriff, Ladies and Gentlemen.   
Valuation Office Agency (Stephen Timms)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today set the following key performance indicators for the Valuation Office Agency for 2009-10:

Customer Satisfaction

To achieve overall customer satisfaction within the top 15 per cent. of...

Valuation Office Agency (Stephen Timms)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Subsequent to my statement of 9 December 2008, HM Revenue and Customs has completed its "framework review" of the Valuation Office Agency and this is published today. I have placed a copy in the Library of the...

Defence Science Technology Laboratory (Quentin Davies, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The following key targets have been agreed with the chief executive of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory for the FY2009-10.

DSTL

KT1—Quality

Deliver high quality outputs that...

Defence Support Group (Quentin Davies, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The following key targets have been agreed with the chief executive of the Defence Support Group for the FY2009-10.

DSG

KT1—Quality

Deliver an improved quality performance by achieving...

Police and Guarding Agency (Kevan Jones, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Ministry of Defence)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Key targets for 2009-10 have been set for the chief constable/chief executive of the Ministry of Defence Police and Guarding Agency (MDPGA). These targets are linked to the delivery of the agency's key outputs...

EU Transport Council (11 June 2009) (Sadiq Khan, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Community Cohension and Fire and Rescue Service), Department for Communities and Local Government)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I will attend the second Transport Council of the Czech presidency which takes place in Luxembourg on 11 June.

The Council will be asked to adopt a decision authorising the Commission to open negotiations...

Light Dues (Paul Clark, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Department for Transport)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I wish to announce today light dues rates for 2009-10 and for 2010-11. I will set out the reasons why we have concluded that it is necessary to increase rates.

The Government believe that transport providers...

Marine and Coastal Access Bill (Peter Hain, Secretary of State, Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 02:19, 12 June in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to inform the House that the explanatory memorandum setting out proposals for the framework powers in the Marine and Coastal Access Bill are available in the Library, Vote Office and on the Wales...

Consultation on lorry and trailer testing
seen at 02:04, 12 June in Driving Standards Agency News - national (Our copy).
* New rules for trailer and vehicle weights during tests * Test would better reflect real-life conditions * Industry asked to comment on implementation   
The department for transport has today published the following transport statistics:
seen at 01:59, 12 June in Department for Transport News - national (Our copy).
* Provisional ports Statistics Q1 2009 for details see: http://www.dft.gov.uk/pgr/statistics/datatablespublications/maritime/ports/portstatsq109   
Hse appoints experience and seeks creative agency
seen at 01:33, 12 June in Central Office of Information News - national (Our copy).
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has appointed Experience, via the Central Office of Information (COI), to manage the communications planning activity for all its campaigns.   
Operation to lift final section of msc napoli begins
seen at 01:18, 12 June in Maritime And Coastguard Agency News - national (Our copy).
The operation to lift the remaining hull of the MSC Napoli has begun.