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09 March 2010

1 ton mine located off portland
seen at 19:57, 9 March in Leasehold Advisory Service News - national (Our copy).

Earlier this afternoon a survey vessel reported to Portland Coastguard what appeared to be a Second World War 1-ton parachute mine lying on the seabed in the middle of Portland Harbour. The mine had been located...

1 ton mine located off portland
seen at 19:57, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Earlier this afternoon a survey vessel reported to Portland Coastguard what appeared to be a Second World War 1-ton parachute mine lying on the seabed in the middle of Portland Harbour. The mine had been located...

'...ban the use of non-geographic numbers (0845, 0870, etc) from all public bodies, including the Police, GP surgeries and other NHS departments, Benefits Agency departments and all other public and government bodies.' -- Mrs Svetlana Watkins
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
For those who do not have BT phones lines, the cost of these 'local rate'...
'...increase the number of UK universities' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This petition calls on the Prime Minister to increase the number of UK...
'...Help the communities and schools around East Midlands to lower their carbon footprint' -- Miss Alexandra Barber
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
A group of students are setting up this petition to raise awareness about...
'...agree to the maintenance of a register of reports about unidentified flying objects within the United Kingdom and to publish an outline of each report' -- Mr Trevor Cutler
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
As the previous register and helpline are now closed a similar service is...
'...introduce a fair, environmentally conscious policy for historic and classic vehicle road taxation' -- Mr David Snell
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The current system for vehicle excise duty rates are unfair for historic...
'...change the law regarding the supply of draught beer, making it real a pint measure as in any other fluid.' -- Bob Fenwick
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
being that the price of a pint of beer is around the three pound mark, i...
'...Help back the opencast to create local jobs for local people' -- Kelly Hudspith
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Help and support the opencast that locals want to help create local jobs in...
'...Replace A-Levels and AS Levels with a new "British Baccalaureat"' -- alkan Chaglar
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The specialization of A-Levels limits a young persons opportunities. This...
'...adopt citizens initiated referendums on the lines of the Swiss consitution' -- mike herrero
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
In view of voters lack of faith in the parliamentary system, a system based...
'...Change the ruling on compensation payments by the MOD for those troops injured in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan prior to 10 February 2010 to the increased level of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme retrospectively.' -- Hazel Baur
seen at 18:20, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
It cannot be just and equitable for armed forces personnel injured before 10...
Prestigious award for dartford woman
seen at 18:19, 9 March in Association Of Chief Police Officers News - national (Our copy).

A Dartford woman has been named Female Professional of the Year, at the Political and Public Life Asian Voice awards ceremony.

Stained glass window safety soars to new heights at canterbury cathedral
seen at 18:10, 9 March in National Audit Office News - national (Our copy).

Canterbury Cathedral is supporting the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) ‘Shattered Lives’ campaign to show how simple health and safety steps can help reduce slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Cooking up a recipe for safety success
seen at 18:10, 9 March in National Audit Office News - national (Our copy).

Northbrook College in Worthing is supporting the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) Shattered Lives campaign to show how simple health and safety steps can help reduce slips, trips and falls in the workplace...

Healey: progress made by dearne valley councils using eco-town standards for future development
seen at 18:03, 9 March in Leasehold Advisory Service News - national (Our copy).

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Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has today praised progress made by the "second wave" of eco-towns, and provided more detail on the...

Healey: progress made by leeds city region councils using eco-town standards for future development
seen at 18:03, 9 March in Al-Sweady Public Inquiry News - national (Our copy).

YH/87/10                                            9 March 2010 Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has today praised progress made by the “second wave” of eco-towns, and provided more detail on the funding...

Healey: progress made by leeds city region councils using eco-town standards for future development
seen at 18:03, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has today praised progress made by the “second wave” of eco-towns, and provided more detail on the funding allocated to Leeds City Region.

Cooking up a recipe for safety success
seen at 18:03, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Northbrook College in Worthing is supporting the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) Shattered Lives campaign to show how simple health and safety steps can help reduce slips, trips and falls in the workplace...

Healey: progress made by dearne valley councils using eco-town standards for future development
seen at 18:03, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has today praised progress made by the "second wave" of eco-towns, and provided more detail on the funding allocated to the Dearne Valley.

Region's companies urged to "go for gold!"
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Seminar to help North East firms to get the most out of sport

Oldham teens take musical inspiration from faraway shores
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Youngsters from two Oldham schools which are set to merge this year will be making music and forging friendships as they bring a taste of the Caribbean to the cold streets of Oldham with the help of a Government...

Stained glass window safety soars to new heights at canterbury cathedral
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Canterbury Cathedral is supporting the Health and Safety Executive’s (HSE) ‘Shattered Lives’ campaign to show how simple health and safety steps can help reduce slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Healey: progress made by councils using eco-town standards for future development - east of england
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Housing and Planning Minister John Healey has today praised progress made by the “second wave” of eco-towns, and provided more detail on the funding allocated, including Northstowe in Cambridgeshire.

Merseyside builder fined for putting lives at risk
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

A Merseyside builder has been fined £1,500 after he and another man were spotted working on a pub roof in St Helens without safety equipment.

Prestigious award for dartford woman
seen at 16:15, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

A Dartford woman has been named Female Professional of the Year, at the Political and Public Life Asian Voice awards ceremony.

Countdown to no smoking day in leicester
seen at 13:17, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

As No Smoking Day 2010 arrives, Leicester is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking place.

Skipper of fishing vessel in court for running down a rowing boat outside newquay harbour
seen at 13:17, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

At a hearing yesterday in Bodmin Youth Court, Jake Gilbert, 17 years old, from Newquay, pleaded guilty to a breach of the Merchant Shipping Act.

Shahid malik meets president of the transitional federation government of somalia
seen at 13:17, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Communities Minister Shahid Malik today met with Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, President of the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia.

'...Stop car insurers charging additional premiums for non-fault accidents' -- Paul Ashton
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Car insurers make additional charges on premiums based upon the proposer...
'...make the nearest Monday to the 15th September an official public holiday to commemorate the Battle of Britain.,' -- Derek A Coles
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This would ensure future generations will rememeber the huge sacrifice paid...
'...Abolish sexist uniform regulations in the workplace' -- Amy Putman
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This petition does not seek to deny women the right to choose to wear heels...
'...Re-introduce Passenger Ferry Services from the UK to North America' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Re-introduce Passenger Ferry Services from the UK to various seaports in...
'...change the categorisation of electric cars based on public safety and not technical details' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The petition asks the Prime Minister to change the law around which electric...
'...ensure the equal voice of all citizens of the UK regardless of nation or region' -- Sean Mills
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The recent trend towards devolution in the UK has left those in areas which...
'...launch a study into the feasibility of a coastal tramway along the South coast of England' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The petition calls on the Prime Minister to launch a study into the...
'...ensure all violent criminals will serve a long time in prison' -- Richard Garland
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Violence blights our towns and cities every single night, and it is...
'...change the government's policy on car seat with 5 point harness for older children' -- Bibi Bush
seen at 12:44, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
many parents are frustrated that car seats with 5 point harnesses are not...
Are you up to date?
seen at 12:24, 9 March in Consumer Council for Water News - national (Our copy).

Because there is no hiding place for road tax evaders in Glasgow

New award to honour british heroes of the holocaust
seen at 12:22, 9 March in Human Fertilisation Embryology Authority News - national (Our copy).

Britons who saved the lives of Jews and other persecuted groups during the Holocaust are to be honoured for their actions.

Job advice in unemployment hotspots to help thousands of people into work
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Al-Sweady Public Inquiry News - national (Our copy).

DWP/039/10

Expert job advice will be available in community centres and GP surgeries in some of the most deprived housing estates across Britain to help thousands more people into jobs, Work and Pensions...

Devon farm safety event tackles high risk areas
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Two hundred farmers have signed up to a safety event in

Region's companies urged to "go for gold!"
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Seminar to help North East firms to get the most out of sport

Countdown to no smoking day in northamptonshire
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

As No Smoking Day 2010 arrives, Northamptonshire is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking place.

New award to honour british heroes of the holocaust
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Britons who saved the lives of Jews and other persecuted groups during the Holocaust are to be honoured for their actions.

Warwickshire firm zap events gets boost from the business inspector
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

A local business in Warwickshire will feature in a new TV series “The Business Inspector” on Wednesday 17 March 2010 at 8pm.

Coventry & warwickshire stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Services in Coventry and Warwickshire are on hand to help.

Solihull stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Service in Solihull is on hand to help.  

North staffordshire stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Service in North Staffordshire is on hand to help.  

South staffordshire stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Service in South Staffordshire is on hand to help.  

Nhs better equipped to tackle local health inequalities
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

New health inequalities tool allows local NHS to focus their resources

Black country stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Services in the Black Country are on hand to help.  

Are you up to date? because there is no hiding place for road tax evaders in manchester
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

This is the message given by DVLA today in their ongoing campaign against road tax evaders in Manchester.  Motorists are advised to ensure their road tax is up to date as wheelclamping units regularly operate...

Birmingham stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Services in Birmingham are on hand to help

Shropshire stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Services in Shropshire are on hand to help.  

Worcestershire stop smoking services gear up for no smoking day
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

With nearly one in three smokers in the West Midlands region planning to quit on No Smoking Day (Wednesday, 10 March 2010) the NHS Stop Smoking Service in Worcestershire is on hand to help. 

Job advice in unemployment hotspots to help thousands of people into work
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Expert job advice will be available in community centres and GP surgeries in some of the most deprived housing estates across Britain to help thousands more people into jobs, Work and Pensions Minister Helen ...

New proposals to improve bus travel and tackle anti social behaviour
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Bus travel in England will be safer, more efficient and easier to use under new Government proposals.

Countdown to no smoking day in leicester
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

As No Smoking Day 2010 arrives, Leicester is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking place.

 

Caring st helens teenagers offer hand of friendship across generations
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Community minded teenagers from Derbyshire Hill are giving something back to their local neighbourhood by extending the hand of friendship to the older generation.

British development secretary commits extra funding for helmand stabilisation and development
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

British International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander today (Tues March 9th) launched a new growth programme for Helmand to provide jobs and help for farmers and local businesses.

Skies the limit for new military satellite
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Military communications on operations are to further enhanced, thanks to a new £400 million contract to use a new satellite, the Minister for Defence Equipment and Support, Quentin Davies, announced...

Sir ian mckellen backs merseyside gay teenagers’ anti-hate project
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Hollywood actor Sir Ian McKellen has backed a groundbreaking anti-hate project by a group of gay and lesbian Merseyside teenagers which is being rolled out to 100 schools and youth centres across Liverpool.

Are you up to date?
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Because there is no hiding place for road tax evaders in Glasgow

Countdown to no smoking day in lincolnshire
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

As No Smoking Day 2010 arrives, Lincolnshire is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking place.

Countdown to no smoking day in derby
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

As No Smoking Day 2010 arrives, Derbyshire is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking place.

Tv licence fee from 1 april 2010
seen at 12:20, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

From 1 April, the cost of a colour television licence will be £145.50 and a black and white licence will be £49.00.

'...To make it the norm that vehicles can turn left at traffic lights' -- John Potsey
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
With more& more traffic on our roads it would help ease congestion & at the...
'...Change the dates for all Injured Soldiers Compensation to the begining of the War' -- Mr Robert Spalding
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
The date for the new compensation for injured soldiers has been set halfway...
'...add disabled people in the computer scheme currently being run just for households with children' -- mrs eileen bedford
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
at the present time there is a scheme for all households on low income with...
'...Allow residents of old peoples homes to have pets' -- Mr Ron Crowe
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I urge The Prime Minister to push through a private members bill by Mr....
'...Outlaw all discrimination against men.' -- adrian bonnington
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many online dating sites are giving women free lifetime membership but...
'...take any necessary action against EU directive 2003/59 Drivers Certificate of Professional Competence or provide a legislation whereby employers are bound to cover all expenses, including spent time, for taking the training (as most companies usually
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Under EU 2003/59 directive professional drivers are required to take...
'...replace public street bins with four compartment recycle bins' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This petition is to urge the Prime Minister to consider the replacement of...
'...Create a university for Bromley' -- Alkan Chaglar
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Create a university (the first ever) for the London Borough of Bromley which...
'...force the country's police forces, MOT stations, etc, to adopt a tougher stance on illegal car modifications.' -- Gary Paul
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Many more vehicles are being illegally modified by their keepers, which is...
'...To stop subprime lenders charging fees whilst borrowers are in arrears' -- Debra Stephens
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Stop the charging of arrears management fees to borrowers in arrears,whilst...
'...order the identifying of unknown graves from the Great War.' -- Ronald Broxted
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Over a year ago Red Cross records in Geneva were found that showed where...
'...To take Doctors out of surgeries and replace them with qualified practitioner nursing staff.' -- John Clenaghan
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This would allow Doctors to practice their skills and return to hospitals...
'...Ask for some more help for overweight people' -- Miss Sarah Poolton
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Sadley a good friend of mine has lost her daughter due to her being over...
'...Not introduce compulsory dog insurance' -- Brager Vicario
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Despite the narrow minded and unimformed opinion of many, compulsory dog...
'...Enforce local authorities to use their own in-house employees on a salary to recover council debt.' -- Mrs Kristina Staines
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Currently many councils outsource the collection of council debt to bailiff...
'...maintain Carers entitlement to Carers' allowance when annual earnings below DWP limits' -- Lorna Watson
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Carers often do part time work when they can and may not be able to...
'...look into why the FAWC recommendations to the government regarding the slaughter of animals for halah meat not to be exempt from current laws is being ignored .' -- DARREN WEBB
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I would like to know that why in a country such as the United Kingdom where...
'...make it compulsory for all dog owners to walk their pets in public with muzzle.' -- Dalia Saparaviciene
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
This is the only solution to make everyone safe in public. Using only leash...
'...reconsider 10 February 2010 rule on student visa' -- Sachin Shrestha
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Foreign students contribute over five billion pounds to the British economy...
'...stop funding the BBC except for news and documentaries' -- Richard Garland
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
I understand the need for the BBC to be funded for news/news related...
'...ban all use of pseudo scientific medicines, cures & practices' -- Gordie Cavill
seen at 11:22, 9 March in Number 10 E-Petitions - New Petitions (Our copy).
Reiki, Homeopathy, Ear Candles, Astrology, Psychics & mediums, this country...
Bug tackles uk’s knotty problem
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Wildlife Minister Huw Irranca-Davies gave the go-ahead today for the release of an insect, called a psyllid, to stop the spread of the non-native invasive plant Japanese Knotweed, a devastating plant which costs...

Government steps up action to tackle dangerous dogs
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Plans to toughen existing laws to protect the public from dangerous dogs were unveiled today by Environment Secretary Hilary Benn and Home Secretary Alan Johnson.

Almost two-thirds of shoppers less likely to return goods bought online
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

A survey by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) reveals that almost two-thirds of consumers are less likely to return goods they buy online, compared to those they buy on the high street.  ...

Falkirk wheel turns in support of national safety campaign
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

British Waterways Scotland is backing a national campaign by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to make people aware of the potentially devastating consequences of slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Commission refers the murder conviction of errol heibner to the court of appeal
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

The Criminal Cases Review Commission has referred the murder conviction of Errol Clive Heibner to the Court of Appeal.

Overnight closures on westbound a14 in northamptonshire as part of ongoing £70 million technology upgrade
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

A £70 million Highways Agency scheme to install congestion-busting electronic equipment along the A14 will require five nights of closures in Northampton next week.

Improved bus services in leeds
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Bus passengers in Leeds will have quicker journeys into the city thanks to nearly £20m government investment, Transport Minister Sadiq Khan announced today.

Smart use of health intelligence celebrated
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Public Health Observatories mark 10th anniversary

'i want to live not die' says north walsham pensioner on no smoking day
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

North Walsham pensioner, Vera Duffield, has backed this year's No Smoking Day campaign after recently deciding to kick the habit after more than 50 years smoking 20 cigarettes a day.

Devon farm safety event tackles high risk areas
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Two hundred farmers have signed up to a safety event in

East Devon next Tuesday (16 March), after continued concerns over the number of accidents within the agricultural industry. 

East Devon , after...
Healey: green overhaul for planning system to cut emissions and bills
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

- Progress by councils using eco-town standards for future development -

Record numbers seeking jobs in social care
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Employers across the social care sector can access a huge recruitment pool as record numbers of candidates are looking for a career in social care this month, new figures reveal.

Region's companies urged to "go for gold!"
seen at 11:05, 9 March in Independent Chief Inspector of the UK Border Agency News - national (Our copy).

Seminar to help North East firms to get the most out of sport

PM hails progress on gender equality
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has hailed the progress that has been made to improve gender equality over the past decade and set out measures to do more for women in the UK and abroad.

In a podcast to mark International...

Baroness Kinnock to lead efforts tackling violence against women
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has announced that Baroness Kinnock will take on a new role leading the Government’s work to tackle violence against women overseas.

Baroness Kinnock will focus on coordinating...

National Gallery trustee
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has appointed Professor Anya Hurlbert as a Trustee of The National Gallery from 8 March 2010 for a term of four years.

Biographical Notes

Anya Hurlbert is the co-founder and has been...

National Portrait Gallery appointments
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has appointed Professor Dame Carol Black DBE and Dr Rosalind P Blakesley to the Board of the National Portrait Gallery for a period of four years from 8 March 2010.

Biographical Details...
Tate trustee appointment
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has appointed Mala Gaonkar as a Tate Trustee from 8 March 2010 for a period of four years.

Biographical Notes

Ms. Gaonkar is the Managing Director of Lone Pine Capital LLC, a role she...

PM calls for more women in boardrooms
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).
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PM’s message for Commonwealth Day
seen at 08:10, 9 March in Number 10 » News Stories (Our copy).

The Prime Minister has sent his best wishes for Commonwealth Day to nations across the world.

Gordon Brown said the occasion brought together the members of the Commonwealth to reflect on their shared ...

East of england roadworks update:monday 8 march – sunday 14 march 2010
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

NEW WORK M1 JUNCTIONS 10 TO 10A SPUR LUTON – REPAIRS TO NEWLANDS ROAD BRIDGE

£8million regional campaign to help catch cancer early
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Local NHS organisations will receive &pound;8 million to fund campaigns that improve early diagnosis of cancer, Health Minister Ann Keen announced today.

Women on boards: public want quicker pace of change
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Government calls on firms to report action taken.

Afghan ‘top gun’ aircrews take to uk skies - amended
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

27 Afghan Aircrew are being trained in Wiltshire as part of a two year programme run by the UK Joint Helicopter Command (JHC), supported throughout by QinetiQ.  Training of the Afghan Pilots and flight engineers...

Tougher laws on kerb crawlers as part of greater protection for vulnerable women
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Men hunting out paid-for sex on the street can now be arrested on their first offence thanks to tough new measures to tackle the demand for prostitution, Home Office Minister Alan Campbell announced today, to...

Women on boards: public want quicker pace of change
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

GOVT CALLS ON FIRMS TO REPORT ACTION TAKEN

Companies may be required to report on their progress to get more women into the boardroom, under proposals announced today. It comes as new research shows that...

Highways agency to repair the shelton new road bridge over the a500 near etruria and undertake improvements to the a5045
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Highways Agency contractors will begin works on the Shelton New Road bridge (A5045), where it crosses the A500 between Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, on 15th March 2010 and work is expected to take ...

New traffic lights signal start of roundabout works
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will begin work to upgrade traffic lights on the roundabout at Junction 34 (Meadowhall) of the M1, on Monday 15 March.

Nhs patients to get new legal rights
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Nine out of ten support new rights on waiting times Department of Health to work with Marie Curie on right to choose to die at home

New information for fertility patients published
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

New data published by HFEA for the first time today will give fertility patients an in depth look at the likely success of their treatment.

Visitors risk an ehic-cup
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Holiday hosts urged to help visiting relatives avoid costly mistake

£170 million to extend metrolink even further
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Manchester's residents and commuters can now look forward to riding the Metrolink all the way to Ashton and East Didsbury, Transport Minister Sadiq Khan announced today.

Green lorry training proposal to cut carbon emissions
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A new proposal to encourage more lorry drivers to take eco-driver training could save up to 3 million tonnes of CO2 over five years and &pound;300 million in fuel costs, according to Transport Minister Paul...

Science and trust expert group report – starting a national conversation about good science
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of the Science and Trust Expert Group

The frontiers of social and economic progress depend on science and engineering, but they also depend on the boundaries...

Bis responds to the science and trust expert group report
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) today welcomed the publication of the report from the Science and Trust Expert Group.

Government raises curtain on £600,000 creative bursaries scheme to help talented graduates find work in the arts
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Culture Minister Margaret Hodge today announced a two-year grants programme to provide at least 40 internships with established arts companies for graduates from deprived backgrounds...

Phase-out for peat-based compost by 2020 announced
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A call for the phase-out of peat in compost material was announced today by Environment Secretary Hilary Benn as part of the latest Act on CO2 campaign.

New initiative offers support into work for people with learning disabilities
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A new pilot scheme – Jobs First – will support people with learning disabilities to find paid jobs Care Services Minister Phil Hope announced today.

Lorry overtaking restriction made permanent to cut congestion on a1 (m) near durham
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A daytime ban on overtaking by heavy vehicles on two stretches of the A1(M) in County Durham becomes permanent on 31 March after a successful 18 month trial resulted in less congestion and improved journey time...

North east firms offered a lesson in exports
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Still time to join export masterclass North East firms have a final chance to sign up for one of the hugely popular export masterclasses in the region  as they’re urged to “Take it to the world”  in a bid to ...

Healey: £83 million backing for first time buyers and housebuilding jobs
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Housing Minister John Healey has today announced &pound;83 million to get building over 5,700 new and affordable homes stalled by the recession back on track.

£83m backing for first time buyers - £6.5m for east of england
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Housing Minister John Healey has today announced &pound;83 million to get building over 5,700 new and affordable homes stalled by the recession back on track.  

Health minister phil hope recognises achievements of home improvement agencies
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of Foundations, the national body for Home Improvement Services

Outstanding birmingham school recognised by ofsted chief inspector
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Oval Primary School in Yardley has been honoured by Ofsted in a celebratory event recognising outstanding schools in England.

Firm fined after worker trapped for more than two hours in trench collapse
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A building firm has been fined &pound;5,000 after a worker was injured and trapped for more than two hours when the trench he was in collapsed.

Safety campaign scales new heights at canary wharf
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

The window cleaners of Britain’s tallest building, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, are backing a national safety campaign aimed at stopping slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Women in focus events call for women focussed services for vulnerable women offenders
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A Government Equalities Office report published today confirmed that the best approach to support vulnerable women offenders and prevent them from re-offending is for the criminal justice system and community...

People living with dementia stay on song in norfolk
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Norfolk people who are living well with dementia are being helped to stay on song thanks to singing sessions run by the Alzheimer’s Society in Norwich.

Healey: £11 million backing for first time buyers and housebuilding jobs in yorkshire and the humber
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Low cost homes for sale on sites across every region of the country are getting support today so more families can take their first step onto the housing ladder through the Government’s HomeBuy scheme – which...

Countdown to no smoking day begins in east of england
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

29% of all adult smokers in the region say they might quit on the day

As the countdown to No Smoking Day 2010 begins, the East of England is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking...

Highways agency resurfacing a38 northbound exit slip road at willington to improve safety for road users
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will begin work to resurface the A38 northbound exit slip road at Willington with new anti-skid road surfacing to improve safety for road users.

‘millionaire’ husband and wife tax crooks sentenced
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A West Midlands couple who benefited to the tune of &pound;1 million from a life of crime, which enabled them to live in luxury, have now been sentenced.

Work to repair a47 carriageway
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Repairs to a section of the A47 west of Dereham are set to start on Thursday 11 March.

M6 delivering managed motorways traffic management update for thursday 11, friday 12 and saturday 13 march february 2010
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work overnight later this week to install new overhead gantries, signs and signals as part of the expansion of the Managed Motorway scheme on the M6.

Embargo: 00:01 tuesday 9 march 2010 : bug tackles uk’s knotty problem
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Wildlife Minister Huw Irranca-Davies gave the go-ahead today for the release of an insect, called a psyllid, to stop the spread of the non-native invasive plant Japanese Knotweed, a devastating plant which costs...

Embargo: not for publication or broadcast before 0001hrs tuesday 9 march 2010:government steps up action to tackle dangerous dogs
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

Plans to toughen existing laws to protect the public from dangerous dogs were unveiled today by Environment Secretary Hilary Benn and Home Secretary Alan Johnson.

Strictly embargoed until 00.01 hours tuesday 9th march 2010 - almost two-thirds of shoppers less likely to return goods bought online
seen at 08:09, 9 March in News from Department of Constitutional Affairs - national (Our copy).

A survey by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) reveals that almost two-thirds of consumers are less likely to return goods they buy online, compared to those they buy on the high street.  ...

Pupils with Severe, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (Teachers) (Edward Balls, Secretary of State, Department for Children, Schools and Families)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 28 September 2009 I asked Toby Salt to carry out a review to identify key barriers to the supply of adequately trained teachers for pupils with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties (SLD and ...

Gurkha Pension Scheme (Annual Uplift) (Kevan Jones, Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Veterans), Ministry of Defence)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am pleased to inform the House that with effect from 1 April 2010 there will be an increase in pensions paid through the Gurkha pension scheme of 11.3 per cent. This is in line with inflation in Nepal.

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Basildon and Thurrock University NHS Foundation Trust (Andy Burnham, Secretary of State, Department of Health)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Following my statements to the House on 30 November 2009, Official Report, c. 855-870 and 7 January 2010, Official Report, c. 13WS, I wish further to update the House on the situation at Basildon and Thurrock...

Justice and Home Affairs Post-Council Statement (Meg Hillier, Parliamentary Under-Secretary, Home Office)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) Council was held on 25 and 26 February 2010 in Brussels. My noble Friend, the Under-Secretary of State for Justice, Lord Bach and I attended on behalf of the United Kingdom. ...

Police Use of Firearms in England and Wales (2008-09) (David Hanson, Minister of State (Crime and Policing), Home Office)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The latest figures from 1 April 2008 to 31 March 2009 show that:

The number of police operations in which firearms were authorised was 19,951-an increase of 57 (0.3 per cent.) on the previous year.

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New Education Strategy (Douglas Alexander, Secretary of State, Department for International Development)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have deposited in the Library today my Department's new education strategy, entitled; "Learning For All: DFID's Education Strategy 2010-2015". The strategy has been placed in the Libraries of the Houses and...

Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (Angela Eagle, Minister of State (Pensions and the Ageing Society), Department for Work and Pensions)
seen at 08:06, 9 March in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council will be held on 8 March 2010 in Brussels. I shall represent the United Kingdom on all items.

The presidency will seek political agreement...

Highways agency to repair the shelton new road bridge over the a500 near etruria and undertake improvements to the a5045
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adult Learning Inspectorate News - national (Our copy).

Highways Agency contractors will begin works on the Shelton New Road bridge (A5045), where it crosses the A500 between Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, on 15th March 2010 and work is expected to take ...

Outstanding birmingham school recognised by ofsted chief inspector
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adult Learning Inspectorate News - national (Our copy).

Oval Primary School in Yardley has been honoured by Ofsted in a celebratory event recognising outstanding schools in England.

Highways agency resurfacing a38 northbound exit slip road at willington to improve safety for road users
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adult Learning Inspectorate News - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will begin work to resurface the A38 northbound exit slip road at Willington with new anti-skid road surfacing to improve safety for road users.

‘millionaire’ husband and wife tax crooks sentenced
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adult Learning Inspectorate News - national (Our copy).

A West Midlands couple who benefited to the tune of &pound;1 million from a life of crime, which enabled them to live in luxury, have now been sentenced.

M6 delivering managed motorways traffic management update for thursday 11, friday 12 and saturday 13 march february 2010
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adult Learning Inspectorate News - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work overnight later this week to install new overhead gantries, signs and signals as part of the expansion of the Managed Motorway scheme on the M6.

East of england roadworks update:monday 8 march – sunday 14 march 2010
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adjudicators Office News - national (Our copy).

NEW WORK M1 JUNCTIONS 10 TO 10A SPUR LUTON – REPAIRS TO NEWLANDS ROAD BRIDGE

£83m backing for first time buyers - £6.5m for east of england
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adjudicators Office News - national (Our copy).

Housing Minister John Healey has today announced &pound;83 million to get building over 5,700 new and affordable homes stalled by the recession back on track.  

People living with dementia stay on song in norfolk
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adjudicators Office News - national (Our copy).

Norfolk people who are living well with dementia are being helped to stay on song thanks to singing sessions run by the Alzheimer’s Society in Norwich.

Countdown to no smoking day begins in east of england
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adjudicators Office News - national (Our copy).

29% of all adult smokers in the region say they might quit on the day

As the countdown to No Smoking Day 2010 begins, the East of England is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking...

Work to repair a47 carriageway
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Adjudicators Office News - national (Our copy).

Repairs to a section of the A47 west of Dereham are set to start on Thursday 11 March.

East of england roadworks update:monday 8 march – sunday 14 march 2010
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

NEW WORK M1 JUNCTIONS 10 TO 10A SPUR LUTON – REPAIRS TO NEWLANDS ROAD BRIDGE

£8million regional campaign to help catch cancer early
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Local NHS organisations will receive &pound;8 million to fund campaigns that improve early diagnosis of cancer, Health Minister Ann Keen announced today.

Women on boards: public want quicker pace of change
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Government calls on firms to report action taken.

Afghan ‘top gun’ aircrews take to uk skies - amended
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

27 Afghan Aircrew are being trained in Wiltshire as part of a two year programme run by the UK Joint Helicopter Command (JHC), supported throughout by QinetiQ.  Training of the Afghan Pilots and flight engineers...

Tougher laws on kerb crawlers as part of greater protection for vulnerable women
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Men hunting out paid-for sex on the street can now be arrested on their first offence thanks to tough new measures to tackle the demand for prostitution, Home Office Minister Alan Campbell announced today, to...

Women on boards: public want quicker pace of change
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

GOVT CALLS ON FIRMS TO REPORT ACTION TAKEN

Companies may be required to report on their progress to get more women into the boardroom, under proposals announced today. It comes as new research shows that...

Highways agency to repair the shelton new road bridge over the a500 near etruria and undertake improvements to the a5045
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Highways Agency contractors will begin works on the Shelton New Road bridge (A5045), where it crosses the A500 between Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme, on 15th March 2010 and work is expected to take ...

New traffic lights signal start of roundabout works
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will begin work to upgrade traffic lights on the roundabout at Junction 34 (Meadowhall) of the M1, on Monday 15 March.

Nhs patients to get new legal rights
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Nine out of ten support new rights on waiting times Department of Health to work with Marie Curie on right to choose to die at home

New information for fertility patients published
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

New data published by HFEA for the first time today will give fertility patients an in depth look at the likely success of their treatment.

Visitors risk an ehic-cup
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Holiday hosts urged to help visiting relatives avoid costly mistake

£170 million to extend metrolink even further
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Manchester's residents and commuters can now look forward to riding the Metrolink all the way to Ashton and East Didsbury, Transport Minister Sadiq Khan announced today.

Green lorry training proposal to cut carbon emissions
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A new proposal to encourage more lorry drivers to take eco-driver training could save up to 3 million tonnes of CO2 over five years and &pound;300 million in fuel costs, according to Transport Minister Paul...

Science and trust expert group report – starting a national conversation about good science
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of the Science and Trust Expert Group

The frontiers of social and economic progress depend on science and engineering, but they also depend on the boundaries...

Bis responds to the science and trust expert group report
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) today welcomed the publication of the report from the Science and Trust Expert Group.

Government raises curtain on £600,000 creative bursaries scheme to help talented graduates find work in the arts
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Culture Minister Margaret Hodge today announced a two-year grants programme to provide at least 40 internships with established arts companies for graduates from deprived backgrounds...

Phase-out for peat-based compost by 2020 announced
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A call for the phase-out of peat in compost material was announced today by Environment Secretary Hilary Benn as part of the latest Act on CO2 campaign.

New initiative offers support into work for people with learning disabilities
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A new pilot scheme – Jobs First – will support people with learning disabilities to find paid jobs Care Services Minister Phil Hope announced today.

Lorry overtaking restriction made permanent to cut congestion on a1 (m) near durham
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A daytime ban on overtaking by heavy vehicles on two stretches of the A1(M) in County Durham becomes permanent on 31 March after a successful 18 month trial resulted in less congestion and improved journey time...

North east firms offered a lesson in exports
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Still time to join export masterclass North East firms have a final chance to sign up for one of the hugely popular export masterclasses in the region  as they’re urged to “Take it to the world”  in a bid to ...

Healey: £83 million backing for first time buyers and housebuilding jobs
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Housing Minister John Healey has today announced &pound;83 million to get building over 5,700 new and affordable homes stalled by the recession back on track.

£83m backing for first time buyers - £6.5m for east of england
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Housing Minister John Healey has today announced &pound;83 million to get building over 5,700 new and affordable homes stalled by the recession back on track.  

Health minister phil hope recognises achievements of home improvement agencies
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Issued by the News Distribution Service on behalf of Foundations, the national body for Home Improvement Services

Outstanding birmingham school recognised by ofsted chief inspector
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Oval Primary School in Yardley has been honoured by Ofsted in a celebratory event recognising outstanding schools in England.

Firm fined after worker trapped for more than two hours in trench collapse
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A building firm has been fined &pound;5,000 after a worker was injured and trapped for more than two hours when the trench he was in collapsed.

Safety campaign scales new heights at canary wharf
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

The window cleaners of Britain’s tallest building, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, are backing a national safety campaign aimed at stopping slips, trips and falls in the workplace.

Women in focus events call for women focussed services for vulnerable women offenders
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A Government Equalities Office report published today confirmed that the best approach to support vulnerable women offenders and prevent them from re-offending is for the criminal justice system and community...

People living with dementia stay on song in norfolk
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Norfolk people who are living well with dementia are being helped to stay on song thanks to singing sessions run by the Alzheimer’s Society in Norwich.

Healey: £11 million backing for first time buyers and housebuilding jobs in yorkshire and the humber
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Low cost homes for sale on sites across every region of the country are getting support today so more families can take their first step onto the housing ladder through the Government’s HomeBuy scheme – which...

Countdown to no smoking day begins in east of england
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

29% of all adult smokers in the region say they might quit on the day

As the countdown to No Smoking Day 2010 begins, the East of England is gearing up to lend its support to the many local events taking...

Highways agency resurfacing a38 northbound exit slip road at willington to improve safety for road users
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will begin work to resurface the A38 northbound exit slip road at Willington with new anti-skid road surfacing to improve safety for road users.

‘millionaire’ husband and wife tax crooks sentenced
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A West Midlands couple who benefited to the tune of &pound;1 million from a life of crime, which enabled them to live in luxury, have now been sentenced.

Work to repair a47 carriageway
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Repairs to a section of the A47 west of Dereham are set to start on Thursday 11 March.

M6 delivering managed motorways traffic management update for thursday 11, friday 12 and saturday 13 march february 2010
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work overnight later this week to install new overhead gantries, signs and signals as part of the expansion of the Managed Motorway scheme on the M6.

Embargo: 00:01 tuesday 9 march 2010 : bug tackles uk’s knotty problem
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Wildlife Minister Huw Irranca-Davies gave the go-ahead today for the release of an insect, called a psyllid, to stop the spread of the non-native invasive plant Japanese Knotweed, a devastating plant which costs...

Embargo: not for publication or broadcast before 0001hrs tuesday 9 march 2010:government steps up action to tackle dangerous dogs
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

Plans to toughen existing laws to protect the public from dangerous dogs were unveiled today by Environment Secretary Hilary Benn and Home Secretary Alan Johnson.

Strictly embargoed until 00.01 hours tuesday 9th march 2010 - almost two-thirds of shoppers less likely to return goods bought online
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Boundary Commission for England News - national (Our copy).

A survey by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) reveals that almost two-thirds of consumers are less likely to return goods they buy online, compared to those they buy on the high street.  ...

Lorry overtaking restriction made permanent to cut congestion on a1 (m) near durham
seen at 08:05, 9 March in Assets Recovery Agency News - national (Our copy).

A daytime ban on overtaking by heavy vehicles on two stretches of the A1(M) in County Durham becomes permanent on 31 March after a successful 18 month trial resulted in less congestion and improved journey time...