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10 September 2013

Celebrate Enterprise engagements
seen at 20:31, 10 September in (Our copy).
Celebrating Enterprise
FOI release: Rural Economy Grant rejection
seen at 18:30, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Grant rejection - FOI reasons for the rejection of a Rural Economy Grant application, together with documents supporting the rejection decision.

Guidance: Equitable Life payments
seen at 18:30, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added: 'These payments will be delivered with the assistance of the Prudential Assurance Society.'

Information on payments to Equitable Life With-Profits Annuity (WPA) policy, announced at Budget...

FOI release: JSA claimants with a sanction referral by action, Canning Town and Plaistow Job Centres: 1 Jan 2012 to 21 Oct 2012
seen at 18:30, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Freedom of Information statistical request for Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) claimants with a sanction referral by action, Canning Town and Plaistow Job Centres: 1 January 2012 to 21 October 2012.

News story: Home Office response to child sexual exploitation inquiry
seen at 18:30, 10 September in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

The government today (10 September) responded to an inquiry by the Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) on child sexual exploitation and localised grooming.

Policing and Criminal Justice Minister...

Form: PK1 online: confidential medical information
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The form has been completely revised and the consent page updated.

PK1 online should be used for reporting medical conditions such as a Parkinson’s disease and other related conditions.

Form: STR1 online: confidential medical information
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The form has been completely revised and the consent page updated.

STR1 online should be used for reporting medical conditions such as an intercerebral haemorrhage, stroke or other related conditions...

Transparency data: Department of Health prompt payment of suppliers data 2013
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Prompt payment figures have been added for August

Monthly data showing the percentage of suppliers paid within 5 days of the Department of Health receiving an invoice.

Guidance: Financial management policy manual
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Joint Service Publication (JSP) 462: financial management policy manual' following amendments made to the document.

Joint Service Publication (JSP) 462: financial management policy manual...

Guidance: Whole of Government Accounts 2012 to 2013: guidance for preparers
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added link to Whole of Government Accounts (Designation of Bodies) Order 2013 including explanatory memorandum

View previous guidance and forms on the National Archives

This page...

Correspondence: Olympic and Paralympic Legacy Unit: newsletters
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

The latest news from the Cabinet Office Legacy Unit on recent activity and progress on “Inspired By 2012” projects.

FOI release: Dead or closed tariffs
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Request for information on the number of consumers on dead or closed tariffs including details of communication with Ofgem or energy suppliers on the subject.

FOI release: Defra payments to external PR agencies
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

PR spend FOI: payments to external PR agencies: including amount of money spent by Defra on external PR agencies in the financial years 2010 to 2014; and names of the PR companies, brief description of the work...

Statistics: DBS criminal record checks: Police performance
seen at 16:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the July target figures for achieving 95% output in 25 days.

These figures are available as Police disclosure units work with the DBS as part of the criminal record checking process.

Game transparency reminder for gaming machines offering casino games
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
The Gambling Commission is reminding licensed operators that gaming machines offering games presented as recognised games of chance, such as roulette or blackjack, must be transparent in informing players where...
Latest e-bulletin newsletter now available
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
The Gambling Commission publishes a fortnightly newsletter (e-bulletin) containing latest news, notifications of approaching consultation deadlines, and publication announcements.
Licensed operators must put underage controls in place
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
The Gambling Commission is reminding licensed gambling operators of their responsibility to ensure children and young people cannot gain access to age-restricted gambling premises and products.
Latest e-bulletin newsletter now available
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
The Gambling Commission publishes a fortnightly newsletter (e-bulletin) containing latest news, notifications of approaching consultation deadlines, and publication announcements.
Drop and win summary report for June 2013 published
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
Casino drop and win data is provided by all casinos on a monthly basis, and shows the amount of money exchanged for chips in a casino (‘drop’) and the amount retained by the casino (‘win’).
Latest e-bulletin newsletter now available
seen at 16:30, 10 September in Gambling Commission - Latest news (Our copy).
The Gambling Commission publishes a fortnightly newsletter (e-bulletin) containing latest news, notifications of approaching consultation deadlines, and publication announcements.
England Hockey bids to host Women's World Cup 2018
seen at 16:30, 10 September in UK Sport (Our copy).
England Hockey and UK Sport aim to bring Women's World Cup to London in 2018
International Inspiration - Making Waves
seen at 16:30, 10 September in UK Sport (Our copy).
Episode three of this International Inspiration series looks at the Waves For Change initiative
Network Rail fined £125,000 following death of Essex track worker
seen at 16:30, 10 September in What's new (Our copy).
Network Rail fined £125,000 following death of Essex track worker
Company prosecuted for worker fall failings
seen at 16:30, 10 September in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Cheltenham company has been fined for safety failings after a worker was seriously injured when he fell more than 11 metres through a barn roof while installing solar panels.

Firm fined after worker hit on head by falling skip
seen at 16:30, 10 September in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Newcastle-based skip hire firm has been fined for safety failings after a worker suffered serious head injuries when he was struck by a falling skip.

Firm in court after worker’s hand crushed in machinery
seen at 16:30, 10 September in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

A Tyneside firm has been fined after a worker’s hand was badly crushed in a machine on which a safety guard had been deliberately disabled.

Speech: Damian Green Speech to the Children's Society
seen at 16:30, 10 September in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Thank you very much, Nicola, for inviting me to speak today and I would like to welcome you all, particularly Tim Loughton MP the former Under-Secretary of State for Children and Families and the Chair and other...

News story: Home Secretary praises police at Superintendents’ Conference
seen at 16:30, 10 September in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

Speaking at the annual Superintendents’ Conference on Tuesday (10 September), the Home Secretary praised officers for helping to cut crime throughout the course of this parliament.

But she said effective...

Policy paper: Careers: inspiration vision statement
seen at 14:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Describes how employers, schools and colleges will work together to inspire young people about the world of work. It also raises their aspirations for learning and career opportunities that are open to them. ...

Guidance: Jobseeker's Allowance: overview of sanctions rules
seen at 14:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

New sanctions rules came into force for Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) claimants in October 2012. They broadly align the rules for JSA sanctions with the rules to be introduced for Universal Credit and introduce...

Open consultation: Consultation on the draft Electricity Market Reform Delivery
seen at 14:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amendment made to paragraph 125 of the consultation document.

This consultation covers the first Electricity Market Reform (EMR) Delivery Plan. It explains the assumptions underpinning the suggested...

Guidance: Equitable Life payments
seen at 14:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Substantially modified text following Treasury Orals

Information on payments to Equitable Life With-Profits Annuity (WPA) policy, announced at Budget 2013.

Guidance: UK 5 Year Antimicrobial Resistance Strategy 2013 to 2018
seen at 14:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Increasing resistance and a lack of new drugs means a greater risk of infections that cannot be treated. This will make routine medical care riskier and result in more deaths so antimicrobial resistance (AMR) ...

The Prince of Wales attends a YBI reception
seen at 14:30, 10 September in (Our copy).
YBI reception
Human Transplantation (Wales) Act
seen at 14:30, 10 September in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority will soon be launching a consultation on the code of practice for the Human Transplantation (Wales) Act.
News story: Home Office response to child sexual exploitation inquiry
seen at 14:30, 10 September in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

The government today (10 September) responded to an inquiry by the Home Affairs Select Committee (HASC) on child sexual exploitation and localised grooming.

Policing and Criminal Justice Minister...

Excalibur LLC -v- Texas Keystone Inc. and Others
seen at 14:30, 10 September in Judicial Office: Home (Our copy).
Summary of judgment of Mr Justice Christopher Clarke
UK Environmental Accounts, 2013
seen at 14:30, 10 September in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
The UK Environmental Accounts are satellite accounts to the main UK National Accounts and facilitate environmental-economic analyses, providing statistics on the environmental impact of UK economic activity. They...
Policy paper: Careers guidance action plan
seen at 11:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

From December 2012 to April 2013, Ofsted undertook a thematic review of careers guidance in schools. Their report, ‘Going in the right direction? Careers guidance in schools from September 2012’, was published...

Policy paper: Strategic road network and the delivery of sustainable development
seen at 11:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

This circular explains how the Highways Agency will engage with the planning system. It also gives details on how Highways Agency will fulfill its remit to be a delivery partner for sustainable economic growth...

Closed consultation: Motorcycle, lorry and bus driving licences and driving test rules
seen at 11:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published a summary of the public feedback to the consultation.

This consultation affects driver and rider trainers and people taking a motorcycle, lorry or bus test.

It asks for your ...

Open consultation: Triennial review of Gangmasters Licensing Authority
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

This is a triennial review of the Gangmasters Licensing Authority.

This is part of government’s rolling programme of triennial reviews of public bodies. These reviews consider whether the functions carried...

Open consultation: Triennial review of the Marine Management Organisation
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

The triennial review of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO) will examine its functions, its governance arrangements and whether other delivery models would be more appropriate and in keeping with the government...

Guidance: DBS workforce guidance
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Registered bodies or employers need to add the workforce in section x line 61 of the DBS application form.

DBS application forms that do not have the workforce provided will be rejected.

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Policy paper: Careers guidance action plan
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

From December 2012 to April 2013, Ofsted undertook a thematic review of careers guidance in schools. Their report, ‘Going in the right direction? Careers guidance in schools from September 2012’, was published...

Guidance: Strategic road network and the delivery of sustainable development
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

This circular explains how the Highways Agency will engage with the planning system. It also gives details on how Highways Agency will fulfill its remit to be a delivery partner for sustainable economic growth...

Consultation outcome: Consultation on the strategic road network and the delivery of sustainable development
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response to the strategic road network and the delivery of sustainable development added.

This consultation is to seek your views on the revision of policy on the way the Highways Agency...

Statistics: Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC): operational statistics
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published August 2013 statistics.

About these statistics

These statistics aren’t classed as an ‘official statistic’. This means that they are not:

subject to scrutiny and assessment...
Consultation outcome: Changes to VAT zero-rating of exports from the UK
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added summary of responses.

This consultation considers changes to VAT zero-rating of exports where goods are supplied to UK VAT registered customers established in countries other than the UK. ...

Research and analysis: Personal Injury Discount Rate Research
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Analysis of stakeholder data explored the current use and profile of the discount rate, and qualitative interviews with stakeholders and personal injury claimants explored the role of the discount rate in negotiating...

Guidance: Highways Agency framework document: outlining the relationship between the Highways Agency and DfT
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

This framework document sets out the accountability and basis of the relationship between the Highways Agency and the Department for Transport, and describes the supporting governance arrangements.

...
Open consultation: Transition from the Renewables Obligation to Contracts for Difference
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Draft Renewables Obligation Order 2014 added to the consultation page.

A key aspect of Electricity Market Reform is the transition from the Renewables Obligation, the current main support mechanism...

OFFA welcomes Student Engagement Unit appointments
seen at 10:32, 10 September in OFFA (Our copy).

Commenting on senior appointments at the Student Engagement Unit, Professor Les Ebdon, Director of Fair Access to Higher Education, said:

“I welcome the appointment of Liam Jarnecki as Director, and Sir...

Intermediaries rise to automatic enrolment challenge
seen at 10:32, 10 September in Latest news from The Pensions Regulator (Our copy).
Research released today shows the vast majority of payroll administrators and accountants now expect to have some involvement with automatic enrolment.
Statement to Parliament: Police use of Taser statistics, 2010 to 2011
seen at 10:32, 10 September in News and communications from Home Office (Our copy).

The Minister of State for Policing and Criminal Justice (Damian Green): I am today publishing the statistics on police use of Taser in England and Wales for the period 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2011. These...

Absenteeism from Secondary Schools in Wales - 2012/13
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summarises the results of a survey on absenteeism by 11 to 15 year olds in secondary, special and independent schools in Wales.
Bank Advances to Scottish Agriculture - 2013
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summary statistics showing lending to Scottish agriculture.
Weekly Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 30/08/2013
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Weekly death figures provide provisional counts of the number of deaths registered in England and Wales in the latest eight weeks for which data are available.
Weekly Fuel Prices - 9 September 2013
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Weekly prices of unleaded petrol and diesel
Local Authority Capital Expenditure and Receipts, England - 2012-13 2nd Provisional Outturn
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides estimates of capital expenditure and receipts.
Town and Parish Councils (Don Foster)
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today published the summary of consultation responses and next steps on making it easier to set up new town and parish councils.

Although there are almost 10,000 parish councils in England, only ...

Helmand Provincial Reconstruction Team Update (William Hague, Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs)
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Helmand provincial reconstruction team (PRT) is a UK-led, multinational effort of the UK, US, Danish and, until 2012, the Estonian Governments. It works with international security assistance force’...

Language Controls for Doctors (Daniel Poulter)
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The Department of Health has been working with the General Medical Council (GMC) and other stakeholders to look at ways to ensure that the language capability of doctors working in the UK is sufficient, and earlier...

Fee Remissions (Helen Grant)
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I have today laid and published the Government’s response to the consultation “Fee remissions for the courts and tribunals”, which ran from 18 April to 16 May 2013.

The consultation sought...

Guidance: Thailand – Consular Fees
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Fee changes on 10 September 2013

A full list of Consular fees

Policy paper: Social mobility: the next steps
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

The Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission was formally tasked by Ministers to give its view on what further steps the UK government could reasonably take to improve social mobility.

The Commission...

Statistical data set: Weekly road fuel prices
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Road fuel prices up to 9 September 2013.

Table last updated on 10 September 2013.

Weekly fuel prices

MS Excel Spreadsheet, 230KB

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Statistics: Police use of TASER statistics, England and Wales, 2009 to 2011
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

Accompanying data tables are available at ‘Police use of TASER statistics, England and Wales, 2009 to 2011: data tables’.

The figures show the number of TASER ‘uses’ as opposed to the number of...

Statistical data set: Police use of TASER statistics, England and Wales, 2009 to 2011: data tables
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).
Police use of TASER statistics, England and Wales, 2009 to 2011: data tables

ODS, 36.7KB

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive...
Statistics: Quarterly revenue outturn for local authorities in England: quarter 1 2013 to 2014
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

This statistical release provides quarterly revenue outturn data for local authorities in England, for quarter 1 of the financial year 2013 to 2014 (April to June 2013), and compares it to revenue account data...

Statistics - national statistics: Local authority capital expenditure and receipts in England: 2012 to 2013 second provisional outturn
seen at 09:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

The latest national statistics on the second provisional outturn figures of local authority capital expenditure and receipts in the financial year April 2012 to March 2013 was released on 10 September 2013 under...

OFFA welcomes Student Engagement Unit appointments
seen at 09:30, 10 September in OFFA (Our copy).

Commenting on senior appointments at the Student Engagement Unit, Professor Les Ebdon, Director of Fair Access to Higher Education, said:

“I welcome the appointment of Liam Jarnecki as Director, and Sir...

Legal Services Board responds to MoJ review of legal services regulation
seen at 09:30, 10 September in LSB (Our copy).
(10 September 2013) Legal Services Board responds to MoJ review of legal services regulation
Absenteeism from Secondary Schools in Wales - 2012/13
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summarises the results of a survey on absenteeism by 11 to 15 year olds in secondary, special and independent schools in Wales.
Bank Advances to Scottish Agriculture - 2013
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summary statistics showing lending to Scottish agriculture.
Weekly Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 30/08/2013
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Weekly death figures provide provisional counts of the number of deaths registered in England and Wales in the latest eight weeks for which data are available.
Weekly Fuel Prices - 9 September 2013
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Weekly prices of unleaded petrol and diesel
Local Authority Capital Expenditure and Receipts, England - 2012-13 2nd Provisional Outturn
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides estimates of capital expenditure and receipts.
Research and analysis: Troubled families: progress information at 30 June 2013 and families turned around at 29 July 2013
seen at 02:31, 10 September in Search (Our copy).

The figures are broken down by all 152 upper tier authority areas in England and include:

the number of families that had been identified for inclusion in the programme as at 30 June 2013 the number of...