Today Lord Mandelson will visit Manchester to discuss the Government’s policy on regional economic development, and see first-hand how this has delivered jobs, skills, investment and growth for the city.
We all know that it is a legal requirement to display a valid tax disc in...
Two brothers from Birmingham and a man from London were arrested today as part of an investigation by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) targeting a suspected £1 million VAT and money laundering fraud.
Major resurfacing and maintenance work on the A303 near Mere is being completed nine days ahead of schedule and around £1 million under budget.
Two brothers from Birmingham and a man from London were arrested today as part of an investigation by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) targeting a suspected £1 million VAT and money laundering fraud.
Business, Government and charity leaders today backed better support for staff who balance a job with caring for an older or disabled person.
A Stafford childminder has been honoured by Ofsted at a celebratory event recognising outstanding childcare in England.
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Impose an Exit Tax on Employers and Businesses Relocating to Countries...
To introduce an immigration tax of 15000 on all those who are not residents...
We the undersigned request that section 1 of Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 be...
We want an amendment in the law stating that if the offender admits...
Three years is the current minimum sentence for burglars convicted of a...
The Cult of Scientology, as testified by the many ex-converts and workers in...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £200,000...
Ofsted has released the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by emphasising...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £498,750...
Major resurfacing and maintenance work on the A303 near Mere is being completed nine days ahead of schedule and around £1 million under budget.
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The Government today published its Command Paper response to the HS2 report, and in so doing set out the next stages of work for HS2 Ltd.
A trip to China has paved the way for a string of new deals for a Tyneside firm.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
The Basra Memorial Wall was rededicated today in a poignant service at its new home in the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. The event was attended by almost 500 family members of the 178 UK Service...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £498,750...
A convicted foreign drug smuggler was stopped trying to enter the country after the UK Border Agency's hi-tech e-borders monitoring system flagged his impending arrival on a Gatwick bound flight.
The Government today published its Command Paper response to the HS2 report, and in so doing set out the next stages of work for HS2 Ltd.
Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling is today launching a new free money advice service to be rolled out around the country.
NE/099/10 A special seminar focussing on export opportunities in Australia has proved a resounding hit with North East firms looking to tap into the market.
Schools in Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton are being invited to a special event aimed at helping them boost their educational standards.
A new report published jointly today by the British, Danish and Dutch governments challenges the way European institutions make decisions and argues that smart EU regulation must mean that businesses and citizens...
Musa Qaleh is a much safer town than it used to be; so says Mike McKie, the Foreign Office Stabilisation Officer. ‘Historically Musa Qaleh had the title of being the most dangerous place in Helmand. Six months...
Historically Musa Qaleh had the title of being the most dangerous place in Helmand. Today it is a busy society at all levels and for all ages. The school in Musa Qal'eh District Centre, a building that two ...
Everyday the police of Musa Qaleh lead combined patrols with British soldiers through the Bazaar and out to the remote Patrol Bases manned by their colleagues in the desert and the Green Zone.
Walking to the north east corner of Musa Qaleh through the Bazaar and past the District Centre Police Station, that while still under construction is nearing completion; you arrive at the Community Healthcare...
NE/100/10 North East export experts are increasingly optimistic that the region’s economy is pulling back out of the down turn after latest trade statistics revealed 2009 ended on a high.
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Market day in the Musa Qaleh Bazaar. A scene of life returning to normal, one of traders selling and buyers haggling. The roads are busy with traffic, motorcycles everywhere, delivery trucks dropping sacks ...
Lt Col Harry Fullerton talks about his tour Commanding the HCR BG
British forces in Afghanistan will hand control of the town of Musa Qaleh in northern Helmand Province to other ISAF forces over the coming weeks. The reconfiguration, ordered by ISAF commanders, will better ...
A Solihull hammer manufacturer has been fined after an employee suffered severe injuries when his hand was caught in an industrial drill.
Just six months ago, Musa Qaleh’s twice weekly livestock market attracted a couple of hundred traders at most. Nowadays, 3,000 traders regularly attend the twice weekly event which takes place just outside the...
Company acted as agents for UK and Caribbean developers
In response to the End of the Line documentary, we are petitoning for our...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £200,000...
Ofsted has released the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by emphasising...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £498,750...
Anyone who moves house or lives in a house built after 1991 will also be...
Before feminism came around, many women were victims of rape in their...
People who have been convicted have served their punishments, they do not...
Industrial Life Policies taken out by millions of Pensioners who are now...
I was made redundant in July 09 due to employer going into administration. I...
A fee should be introduced for alcohol / Drug / Smoking related treatment by...
Like in Belgium, to amend the Smoking Ban to apply only to Resturants and...
How many people wouldnt mind living in 1st, 2nd, 3rd or even 4th floor home...
There is a massive discrepancy between the amount the government state they...
It is iniquitous that MP's and judges do not have the same tax legislation...
Many businesses, often workmen, garages but also large businesses, quote...
Minister of State for Higher Education, David Lammy MP, will today announce the launch of ‘Fastlaners’, an East London-based scheme to help graduates make the transition into the world of work.
Our recent visit to Exmoor National Park was led by the Chief Planner Steve Quatermain. The visit held on March 4 and 5, was attended by 17 delegates including Ann Skippers, the President of the...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £228,000...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies with £247,000...
NE/097/10 A trip to China has paved the way for a string of new deals for a Tyneside firm.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £104,000...
The second round of a £5.5 million grant scheme to help households better protect their homes against flooding was announced today by Environment Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, with £228,000...
New national statistics released today show that despite the tough economic times, the number of those accepted as homeless is down by 72 per cent since 2003.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
The Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Stephen Timms, met Hilary Devey - the presenter of Five's troubleshooting series "The Business Inspector" - today for a one-to-one conversation about the secrets behind...
EMBARGOED UNTIL 1200 THURSDAY 11 MARCH The Basra Memorial Wall was rededicated today in a poignant service at its new home in the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire. The event was attended by almost...
Transport Secretary Andrew Adonis today announced proposals which would revolutionise Britain's rail network by delivering an initial core high speed rail network linking London to Birmingham, Manchester, the...
Nearly two-thirds of the public (63%) think there are too few women in Parliament, Minister for Women and Equality Harriet Harman will say in a debate in the House of Commons today to mark International Women...
Business Minister Ian Lucas donned his hard hat today (11 March) as he led the ground breaking ceremony for the expansion of the Industrial Biotechnology demonstrator facilities in Wilton, Teesside.
The Department for Transport has today published the following Transport Statistics:
UK Regional Trade in Goods estimates are released today, for the fourth quarter of 2009.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Minister of State for Higher Education, David Lammy MP, will today announce the launch of ‘Fastlaners’, an East London-based scheme to help graduates make the transition into the world of work.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Experts from academia and industry have been invited to provide groundbreaking new research to help combat the threat of international terrorism through science and technology, the Home Office announced today...
A new group has been set up to help the NHS provide improved healthcare for women and children who are victims of violence, Health Minister Ann Keen announced today.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
A new group has been set up to help the NHS provide improved healthcare for women and children who are victims of violence, Health Minister Ann Keen announced today.
A scheme to resurface the Winthorpe roundabout, and repair sections of the A46 carriageway near Winthorpe will start on Monday, 22 March.
The Intelligence and Security Committee's Annual Report for 2008-2009 was laid before Parliament today by the Prime Minister.
New figures published today reveal that since April the Employment Agency Standards inspectorate (EAS) has won back nearly £200,000 in unpaid wages for agency workers. This is treble the amount clawed...
A new short study, Inclusion Health, outlines how improvements in health care for the most excluded groups in society can be accelerated to ensure high quality services are available to all.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Lord Young, Minister for Postal Services, today announced the appointment of Simon Batey as a Member of the Postal Services Commission, Postcomm.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
The UK's latest weapon in the fight against terrorists, known criminals and would-be illegal migrants was opened today by the Home Secretary Alan Johnson.
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A transcript of a speech given by the Prime Minister in London on 10 March 2010 about protecting the economic recovery.
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The Prime Minister has welcomed news of the Northern Ireland Assembly voting in support of the devolution of policing and justice powers.
He said the completion of devolution sends a powerful message that...
Written Ministerial Statement by the Prime Minister on the 32nd Report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB).
Read the statementThe 32nd Report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB) is being...
Maternal mortality, public spending and the armed forces were on the agenda at today’s PMQs.
The Prime Minister also took questions on Sure Start childrens centres, crime and...
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Photographer Rankin has hosted a private viewing in Number 10 of images from...
January shows 1.5% annual fall
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has today laid directions to Ofcom before Parliament to implement the Digital Britain spectrum modernisation programme, based on the Independent Spectrum Broker...
Smokers are today (10 March) being urged to quit their habit or realise its danger, as statistics reveal that a third of those who die in accidental house fires, die in fires started by cigarettes.1
A new web based one-stop-shop for Military families looking for employment and training, and a network of Jobcentre Plus Armed Forces Champions are amongst a package of initiatives to support Service families...
It’s that time of year, with quarterly or half-yearly service charge demands falling due at flats across the country. With bills often adding up to four figures, it always makes sense for leaseholders to check...
The M45 in Northamptonshire and Warwickshire will be closed in both directions this weekend to allow works to take place on the carriageways and verges.
HMRC encourages customers to use its VAT Online service
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
All road works will need to be clearly signed and meet strict rules on safety under plans published today by Transport Minister Sadiq Khan.
A local business in Milton Keynes will feature in a new TV series “The Business Inspector” on Wednesday 17 March 2010 at 8pm.
The danger and cost of climate change to the health of Europeans is at the forefront of the debate as the fifth Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health begins today in Parma, Italy.
Cocaine worth £160,000 was found by officers from the UK Border Agency in the false bottom of a suitcase at Gatwick Airport.
A new iPhone app that helps people to stop smoking was launched today by Public Health Minister Gillian Merron.
The Government has accepted the recommendations of the independent Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body and will implement them in full. This will mean a 2% rise in Armed Forces pay from 1 April 2010.
Free advice on tax credits and child benefit will be available at a series of events in Cardiff next week. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) teams will be offering face-to-face help and guidance.
The MoD today welcomed the second annual report examining the fairness, effectiveness and efficiency of the Service Complaints System.
Government response to the Speaker’s Conference published
The Operator Kent Coach Travel Ltd has been given a Formal Warning by the Traffic Commissioner for the South Eastern and Metropolitan Traffic Area after appearing at a Public Inquiry at Ivy House in Eastbourne...
Today (Wednesday 10 March), the Commission for Rural Communities (CRC) is publishing the results of a comprehensive survey, which took place during late 2009, on the perceptions and priorities of rural people...
SE059-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
DWP/041/10 The app is another tool for people looking for work, making it easier to search by location, save preferences and get information about vacancies, said Employment Minister Jim Knight.
Stonework companies in and around London are being invited to attend a free event in a bid to help reduce the rate of injury and ill health in the sector.
SE060-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
Marshall of Cambridge is backing this year’s No Smoking Day – Wednesday 10 March - by holding an all day quit event for employees at its site in Newmarket Road.
SE061-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
Visitors to Crufts this week are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journey and allow plenty of time to get to the event.
The Royal Mail have been fined £90,000 after admitting to health and safety breaches following the death of an employee who was crushed by a reversing HGV.
Work on the A500 Etruria to Porthill improvement scheme is continuing on schedule despite setbacks caused by the recent adverse weather.
A building company has been fined for putting workers at risk by using unsafe scaffolding
Tomorrow (Thursday 11th), Transport Secretary, Andrew Adonis, will set out how he will take forward proposals for a new high-speed rail network in the UK.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Bus passengers travelling between Luton, Dunstable and Houghton Regis can now look forward to a fast, frequent and efficient alternative to travelling by car, thanks to a £89m funding package announced...
Royal Diary of Engagements, 10th March 2010
Nearly two-thirds of the public (63%) think there are too few women in Parliament, Minister for Women and Equality Harriet Harman will say in a debate in the House of Commons today to mark International Women...
I am today publishing for consultation proposals for:
A Planning Policy Statement: "Planning for a Low-Carbon Future in a Changing Climate".
A Planning Policy Statement: "Planning for a Natural and...
On 18 January 2007, Official Report, column 933, the Minister for the Cabinet Office and the Olympics, and Paymaster General announced the planned annual increases in the TV licence fee under the BBC's six-year...
I wish to inform the House that my Department is extending our PFI contract with Paradigm, a wholly owned subsidiary of the EADS, to enable the communications satellite, Skynet 5D, to be completed and launched...
Together with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for the Home Department, I am today consulting on whether current legislation relating to dangerous dogs adequately protects the public and encourages...
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office requires a cash advance of £90 million from the Contingencies Fund to cover ongoing operational costs such as the payment of suppliers until Parliament has approved the...
The Welsh Language Act 1993 requires that in the conduct of public business and the administration of justice in Wales, English and Welsh are to be treated on the basis of equality, so far as is appropriate in...
The first Transport Council of the Spanish presidency will take place in Brussels on 11 March.
The Council will be asked to reach a general approach on a directive on transportable pressure equipment. The...
I am today announcing the publication of a 12-week consultation on improving bus passenger services through the regulatory framework. Copies of the consultation and impact assessment have been placed in the Libraries...
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.
The M45 in Northamptonshire and Warwickshire will be closed in both directions this weekend to allow works to take place on the carriageways and verges.
A new iPhone app that helps people to stop smoking was launched today by Public Health Minister Gillian Merron.
Visitors to Crufts this week are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journey and allow plenty of time to get to the event.
Work on the A500 Etruria to Porthill improvement scheme is continuing on schedule despite setbacks caused by the recent adverse weather.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Marshall of Cambridge is backing this year’s No Smoking Day – Wednesday 10 March - by holding an all day quit event for employees at its site in Newmarket Road.
Bus passengers travelling between Luton, Dunstable and Houghton Regis can now look forward to a fast, frequent and efficient alternative to travelling by car, thanks to a £89m funding package announced...
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has today laid directions to Ofcom before Parliament to implement the Digital Britain spectrum modernisation programme, based on the Independent Spectrum Broker...
Smokers are today (10 March) being urged to quit their habit or realise its danger, as statistics reveal that a third of those who die in accidental house fires, die in fires started by cigarettes.1
A new web based one-stop-shop for Military families looking for employment and training, and a network of Jobcentre Plus Armed Forces Champions are amongst a package of initiatives to support Service families...
It’s that time of year, with quarterly or half-yearly service charge demands falling due at flats across the country. With bills often adding up to four figures, it always makes sense for leaseholders to check...
The M45 in Northamptonshire and Warwickshire will be closed in both directions this weekend to allow works to take place on the carriageways and verges.
HMRC encourages customers to use its VAT Online service
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
All road works will need to be clearly signed and meet strict rules on safety under plans published today by Transport Minister Sadiq Khan.
A local business in Milton Keynes will feature in a new TV series “The Business Inspector” on Wednesday 17 March 2010 at 8pm.
The danger and cost of climate change to the health of Europeans is at the forefront of the debate as the fifth Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health begins today in Parma, Italy.
Cocaine worth £160,000 was found by officers from the UK Border Agency in the false bottom of a suitcase at Gatwick Airport.
A new iPhone app that helps people to stop smoking was launched today by Public Health Minister Gillian Merron.
The Government has accepted the recommendations of the independent Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body and will implement them in full. This will mean a 2% rise in Armed Forces pay from 1 April 2010.
Free advice on tax credits and child benefit will be available at a series of events in Cardiff next week. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) teams will be offering face-to-face help and guidance.
The MoD today welcomed the second annual report examining the fairness, effectiveness and efficiency of the Service Complaints System.
Government response to the Speaker’s Conference published
The Operator Kent Coach Travel Ltd has been given a Formal Warning by the Traffic Commissioner for the South Eastern and Metropolitan Traffic Area after appearing at a Public Inquiry at Ivy House in Eastbourne...
Today (Wednesday 10 March), the Commission for Rural Communities (CRC) is publishing the results of a comprehensive survey, which took place during late 2009, on the perceptions and priorities of rural people...
SE059-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
DWP/041/10 The app is another tool for people looking for work, making it easier to search by location, save preferences and get information about vacancies, said Employment Minister Jim Knight.
Stonework companies in and around London are being invited to attend a free event in a bid to help reduce the rate of injury and ill health in the sector.
SE060-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
Marshall of Cambridge is backing this year’s No Smoking Day – Wednesday 10 March - by holding an all day quit event for employees at its site in Newmarket Road.
SE061-10 A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work
Visitors to Crufts this week are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journey and allow plenty of time to get to the event.
The Royal Mail have been fined £90,000 after admitting to health and safety breaches following the death of an employee who was crushed by a reversing HGV.
Work on the A500 Etruria to Porthill improvement scheme is continuing on schedule despite setbacks caused by the recent adverse weather.
A building company has been fined for putting workers at risk by using unsafe scaffolding
Tomorrow (Thursday 11th), Transport Secretary, Andrew Adonis, will set out how he will take forward proposals for a new high-speed rail network in the UK.
Ofsted today releases the official data showing inspection outcomes for the first four months of the new inspection framework. The findings reflect Ofsted’s sharper focus on weaker schools and confirm that by...
Bus passengers travelling between Luton, Dunstable and Houghton Regis can now look forward to a fast, frequent and efficient alternative to travelling by car, thanks to a £89m funding package announced...
Royal Diary of Engagements, 10th March 2010
Nearly two-thirds of the public (63%) think there are too few women in Parliament, Minister for Women and Equality Harriet Harman will say in a debate in the House of Commons today to mark International Women...
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills has today laid directions to Ofcom before Parliament to implement the Digital Britain spectrum modernisation programme, based on the Independent Spectrum Broker...
Smokers are today (10 March) being urged to quit their habit or realise its danger, as statistics reveal that a third of those who die in accidental house fires, die in fires started by cigarettes.1
A new web based one-stop-shop for Military families looking for employment and training, and a network of Jobcentre Plus Armed Forces Champions are amongst a package of initiatives to support Service families...
It’s that time of year, with quarterly or half-yearly service charge demands falling due at flats across the country. With bills often adding up to four figures, it always makes sense for leaseholders to check...
The M45 in Northamptonshire and Warwickshire will be closed in both directions this weekend to allow works to take place on the carriageways and verges.
HMRC encourages customers to use its VAT Online service
The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health:
All road works will need to be clearly signed and meet strict rules on safety under plans published today by Transport Minister Sadiq Khan.
A local business in Milton Keynes will feature in a new TV series “The Business Inspector” on Wednesday 17 March 2010 at 8pm.
The danger and cost of climate change to the health of Europeans is at the forefront of the debate as the fifth Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health begins today in Parma, Italy.
Cocaine worth £160,000 was found by officers from the UK Border Agency in the false bottom of a suitcase at Gatwick Airport.
A new iPhone app that helps people to stop smoking was launched today by Public Health Minister Gillian Merron.
The Government has accepted the recommendations of the independent Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body and will implement them in full. This will mean a 2% rise in Armed Forces pay from 1 April 2010.
Free advice on tax credits and child benefit will be available at a series of events in Cardiff next week. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) teams will be offering face-to-face help and guidance.
The MoD today welcomed the second annual report examining the fairness, effectiveness and efficiency of the Service Complaints System.
Government response to the Speaker’s Conference published