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15 January 2014

Research and analysis: Tensions in Sino-Japanese Relations in 2012 and 2013
seen at 22:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This paper is by Professor Caroline Rose of the White Rose East Asia Centre and University of Leeds. It outlines a talk she gave at the FCO in summer 2013. The FCO does not necessarily endorse the views of non...

Corporate report: HMRC People Survey results: 2013
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

People survey results showing HMRC’s employee engagement index.

Guidance: SLASC 2014: guide
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This guide contains information for independent schools to help them prepare and submit SLASC 2014.

SLASC is collected annually from registered independent schools on the third Thursday in January...

Guidance: Blue Book: the essential guide to working at DFID
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised attachments: A, B, E, G, H and J

The Department for International Development’s online Blue Book is a manual of information about working practices.

Policy paper: Multilateral Aid Review: assessment of the European Development Fund (EDF)
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: EDF response to Multilateral Aid Review summary assessment 2013 added

The EDF supports the implementation of the European Union’s Cotonou Partnership Agreement and is the main instrument for providing...

Policy paper: Multilateral Aid Review: assessment of European Commission Budget (ECBudg)
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Response to Multilateral Aid Review 2013 added

This assessment focuses primarily on the development-focused external instruments of the European Union (EU).

Transparency data: FCO Geographical Names Index
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest information.

This is the current Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) list of approved British English-language names and descriptive terms for countries and territories ...

Research and analysis: International water disputes - What's at stake for the UK?
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This FCO Research Analyst paper is intended to inform and provoke thought: it does not represent Government policy.

Research and analysis: Tensions in Sino-Japanese Relations in 2012 and 2013
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

These FCO Research Analyst papers are intended to inform and provoke thought: they do not represent Government policy

Research and analysis: Central African Republic: Background Brief and Analysis of the Crisis
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This FCO Research Analyst paper is intended to inform and provoke thought: it does not represent Government policy.

Research and analysis: Bosnia and Herzegovina: Tackling War Crimes
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This FCO Research Analyst paper is intended to inform and provoke thought: it does not represent Government policy.

Independent report: Health Working Group Report on Child Sexual Exploitation
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This report makes recommendations to improve the health and wellbeing of children who have experienced sexual exploitation. It is designed to help health services improve prevention techniques and to achieve ...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 18:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times as at 15 January 2014.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry’s, smart phones...

Peterborough sexual abuse case
seen at 18:30, 15 January in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
Two men and three teenage boys have been convicted of charges of rape and sexual assault in one of the worst cases of child sexual abuse prosecuted by the CPS.
News story: Syria crisis: Latest updates on UK aid
seen at 18:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated programme summary PDF, correct as of 15 January

The crisis in Syria is gravely concerning. Hundreds of people are being killed or wounded every day and millions have been forced to flee...

Speech: Making the law easier for users: the role of statutes
seen at 18:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

There is an ambition, expressed variously throughout history, for all our laws to be written down, in one place, with clarity and elegance. What could be better than that?

I want to explore that ideal...

Press release: UK’s Protected Food Names boost EU economy and increase jobs
seen at 18:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added a link to google map.

More than 60 unique British foods have now achieved protected status to help safeguard these iconic products and deliver a major boost to the economy.

Anglesey...

News story: UK-Cyprus joint communiqué
seen at 18:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Prime Minister David Cameron and President Nicos Anastasiades of the Republic of Cyprus met today in London and reaffirmed the strong bonds of friendship and partnership which exist between Cyprus and the UK. ...

News story: New chairman of the Security Industry Authority
seen at 18:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Elizabeth France today (Wednesday 15 January) began her new role as the chairman of the Security Industry Authority (SIA).

Mrs France has extensive experience in the criminal justice sector and is the...

FOI release: The estate of Julia Baumann
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This information has been released by BVD under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

FOI release: The estate of Antony Waite
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This information has been released by BVD under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

FOI release: The estate of Olwen Phillipson
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This information has been released by BVD under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Correspondence: Border Force bulletin: issue 11, Dec 2013 to Jan 2014
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Latest issue covers operational updates, detections and seizures, border technology and transformation, partnership working and a news round-up.

Guidance: TUPE: guide to 2006 regulations
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New guide to the amended 2006 TUPE Regulations added, for business transfers that take place from 31 January 2014 onwards.

Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE) ...

Guidance: ESF022 Provider Memo - National Rollout of the Benefit Cap
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF022 Provider Memo - National Rollout of the Benefit Cap

Guidance: ESF020 Provider Memo - Phased approach to Benefit Cap
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ESF020 Provider Memo - Phased approach to Benefit Cap

Guidance: ESF023 Provider Memo - Benefit Cap Direct Mail Update
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF023 Provider Memo - Benefit Cap Direct Mail Update

FOI release: Statistics on claimants getting DLA due to drug and alcohol misuse for Lincoln and GB: Feb 10 to May 13
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Freedom of Information query for statistics on claimants getting Disability Living Allowance (DLA) due to drug and alcohol misuse as the main disabling condition for Lincoln and Great Britain – February 2010 ...

Guidance: ESF021 Provider Memo - Eligibility requirements for claiming the 10 week 25% interim payment
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF021 Provider Memo -Further information about eligibility requirements for claiming the 10 week 25% interim payment on the ESF Support for Families with Multiple Problems provision

Guidance: ESF025 Provider Memo - How to process individual Progress Measures and Job Outcome payments on PRaP
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF025 Provider Memo - Further information how to process individual Progress Measures and Job Outcome payments on PRaP

Guidance: Working with representatives: guidance for DWP staff
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published updated version of the guide including including new contact details the removal of certain sections of the no longer relevant.

This guidance explains departmental policy on providing...

Guidance: ESF027 Provider Memo - Universal Credit Helpline for non-pathfinder ESF Families providers
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF027 Provider Memo - Universal Credit Helpline for non-pathfinder ESF Families providers

Guidance: ESF026 Provider Memo - Jobcentre Plus logo and supporting guidance available on the DWP Communications Centre
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF026 Provider Memo - Jobcentre Plus logo and supporting guidance available on the DWP Communications Centre

Guidance: ESF028 Provider Memo - National Rollout of the Benefit Cap
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF028 Provider Memo - National Rollout of the Benefit Cap

Guidance: ESF029 Provider Memo - Families Management Information Reporting
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF029 Provider Memo - Families Management Information Reporting

Guidance: ESF031 Provider Memo - Eligibility for ESF Families Provision
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF031 Provider Memo - Eligibility for ESF Families Provision

Guidance: ESF034 Provider Memo - Amended Chapter 10 of the ESF Support for Families with Multiple Problems Provider Guidance
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF034 Provider Memo - Amended Chapter 10 of the ESF Support for Families with Multiple Problems Provider Guidance

Guidance: ESF035 Provider Memo - Nominations for Adult Learners’ Week
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF035 Provider Memo - Nominations for Adult Learners’ Week

Guidance: Decision makers’ guide: Vols 4, 5, 6 and 7: Jobseeker's Allowance and Income Support: staff guide
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added revised ch 23 with added guidance on public service pensions for the purpose of contributory Jobseeker's Allowance and incorporate memos 14/13 (Universal Credit) and 13/13 (Armed forces independence...

Statistics: Schedule of updates for HMRC's statistics
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Scheduled updates for April 2014 added

Timetable of overseas trade statistics and regional trade statistics releases are published on the HM Revenue & Customs trade statistics site.

Guidance: ESF032 Provider Memo - Payment of Clerical Claims Process ESF Families Provision
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF032 Provider Memo - Payment of Clerical Claims Process ESF Families Provision

Guidance: ESF033 Provider Memo - Revised European Social Fund (ESF) Support for Families with Multiple Problems Provider Guidance
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF033 Provider Memo - Revised European Social Fund (ESF) Support for Families with Multiple Problems Provider Guidance

Guidance: ESF024 Provider Memo - Generic Provider Guidance, Chapter 11, updated version published
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

ESF024 Provider Memo - Generic Provider Guidance, Chapter 11, updated version published

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for all-through schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for all-through schools

This guide contains information for all-through schools and academies, including free schools...

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for PRUs and AP academies
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for PRUs and AP academies

This guide contains information for all PRUs and AP academies, to help them prepare and submit...

Guidance: General security guidance for controlled drug suppliers
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest version published in January 2014.

This document provides general advice on security measures that are appropriate for premises that are licensed to possess and/or supply and/or produce ...

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for special schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for special schools

This guide contains information for all special schools, to help them prepare and submit their

FOI release: Actual expenditure above £25,000
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Expenditure FOI: actual invoice expenditure by Defra and ALBs above £25,000 for the period April 2012 to December 2013 (or most recently available data).

FOI release: South West Water funding agreement
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

South West Water - FOI information about the funding agreement between South West Water and Defra.

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for nursery schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for nursery schools

This guide contains information for all maintained nursery schools to help them prepare and submit...

Guidance: Fit note: guidance for GPs
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added revised fitnote - removed phone number for Occupation Health Advice for England only, on page 23.

Guidance for GPs about how to complete each section of the fit note, including the reassessment...

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for middle-deemed primary schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for middle-deemed primary schools

This guide contains information for all maintained middle-deemed primary schools to...

Guidance: DWP partnerships
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated central England partnership contacts.

DWP works on the topics of employment, pensions and ageing society and welfare. We develop strong and productive partnerships at a local, regional...

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for secondary schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for secondary schools

This guide contains information for all maintained secondary schools and academies, including free...

Guidance: Later life newsletter 51: January 2014
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Later life newsletter 51 (January 2014) has the latest news on policy changes, good practice and initiatives and their impact on older people.

To subscribe to the later life newsletter, email: simon...

Guidance: School census spring and summer 2014: guide for primary schools
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added: New version (1.1) of the school census spring and summer 2014: guide for primary schools

This guide contains information for all maintained primary schools to help them prepare and submit...

Correspondence: Warning notice to Gloucester Academy
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Schools Lord Nash to Gloucester Academy Trust regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Gloucester Academy.

Correspondence: Pre-warning notice to Thomas Ferens Academy
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Schools Lord Nash to the governors of Northern Academy Hull Limited regarding the unacceptably low standards of performance of pupils at Thomas Ferens ...

Planets discovered in star cluster - one orbiting a Sun 'double'
seen at 16:31, 15 January in Science and Technology Facilities Council News and Press Releases (Our copy).
Astronomers have discovered a planet that is circling a star almost identical to the Sun in all respects in one of the oldest known open star clusters. The planet is one of three that have been found orbiting stars...
Army Families Federation (AFF)
seen at 16:30, 15 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

The Army Families Federation (AFF) is the independent voice of Army families and works hard to improve the quality of life for Army families around the world - on any aspect that is affected by the Army lifestyle...

News story: Syria crisis: Latest updates on UK aid
seen at 16:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated programme summary PDF, correct as of 15 January

The crisis in Syria is gravely concerning. Hundreds of people are being killed or wounded every day and millions have been forced to flee...

Press release: EU to open up public procurement following UK government lobbying
seen at 16:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The European Parliament has agreed a revised package of EU Procurement Directives. These include a number of UK wins - for which the government lobbied in Brussels - Minister for the Cabinet Office, Francis Maude...

News story: Armed Forces Minister views UK unmanned aerial systems
seen at 16:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Francois spoke to operators of Navy, Army and RAF unmanned aerial systems (UAS), including Scan Eagle, Desert Hawk and Reaper.

He also viewed the inside of a Reaper control cabin and was shown...

Press release: Foreign Secretary expresses disappointment with anti-LGBT legislation in Nigeria
seen at 16:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Speaking today, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said:

The UK is a close friend of Nigeria, but we are disappointed that President Jonathan has given his assent to a Bill which will further criminalise...

Press release: Minister for Middle East and North Africa visits Algeria
seen at 16:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added translation

Foreign Office Minister Hugh Robertson, is visiting Algeria, where he will be co-chairing the UK-Algeria High Level Dialogue with His Excellency Madjd Bouguerra, Minister Delegate...

Open consultation: EMR Consultation on industry code and licence modifications
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

The Government is seeking views on the consequential industry code and licence modifications required as a result of the implementation of Electricity Market Reform. The change documents attached to this consultation...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for February 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberry...

Policy paper: Pensions Bill delegated powers: supplementary memorandum: 13 January 2014
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This memorandum identifies new or amended delegated powers in the government amendments to the Pensions Bill that were tabled on 13 January 2014 for consideration at Lords Committee stage. It explains:

...
Statistical data set: Commodity prices
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Weekly and monthly updates to various commodity prices

Prices for selected agricultural and horticultural produce are published on a weekly or monthly basis in the following spreadsheets. The data...

Policy paper: One-in, two-out: seventh statement of new regulation - January to June 2014
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated description of measure BIS 0312 on page 24, and other minor errata.

Lists regulations scheduled to come into force between 1 January and 30 June 2014 that are included in the government...

Statistics: Factsheet: The UK's humanitarian aid response to the Syria crisis
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated as of 15 January 2014.

This update is correct as of 15 January 2014. Further updates will be published as the situation changes.

Policy paper: Fishing quotas in UK: 2014 provisional fishing opportunities
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

The table shows the changes to TACs (Total Allowable Catch) and quotas for UK interest fish stocks following the December 2013 Fisheries Council.

The UK quota represents a limit on how many tonnes of...

Guidance: Compensation, social security benefits and lump sum payments
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 5.1 has been amended to include information about Mandatory Consideration. The PDF version of the CRU27 has been removed.

If you have had an accident, injury or a disease for which someone...

Guidance: Sovereign Grant Act 2011: guidance
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

The Sovereign Grant provides an annual grant to support the official duties of The Queen in her roles as Head of State and Head of Nation.

Policy paper: Memorandum of Understanding on Royal Taxation
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added link to Act guidance

This Memorandum of Understanding is about how Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales pay tax voluntarily on income that would otherwise not ...

Guidance: Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefits: technical guidance
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Changed the address of the International Pensions Centre (IPC) at section 13.5.

The Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefits technical guidance (DB1) is intended for use by professional and voluntary...

Guidance: Work Choice: DWP provider guidance
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated versions of Statutory Referral Organisation (WCSRO1) and Statutory Referral Organisation Authorisation forms published.

The DWP provider guidance supports the prime provider, in the delivery...

Promotional material: China and the UK : partners in healthcare
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

The brochure gives an overview of what the National Health Service, UK industry and UK academia can offer to the Chinese healthcare market. It includes:

elderly care provision

training...

Research and analysis: Growth dashboard
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Data tables and dashboard updated with January 2014 figures.

The Growth dashboard provides a summary of important facts and figures on UK growth and industrial policy, including:

an overview...
Statistics - national statistics: Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: monthly figures updated

This weekly publication includes averages of the most usual prices charged at the English wholesale markets in Birmingham, Bristol, Liverpool and New Spitalfields for selected...

Guidance: Otterburn firing times
seen at 14:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for the period 1 to 15 February 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices...

Post-2015 framework on poverty eradication and sustainable development
seen at 14:30, 15 January in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Formulating priorities and strategies as the Millennium Development Goals approach their culmination – what next for the least developed countries.

The post-2015 development framework: priorities for...
Telephone Assessment System (TAS)
seen at 14:30, 15 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

When you are unwell - DON'T come straight to the medical centre ... and WAIT! Stay at home, give us a call and let the Telephone Assessment System (TAS) take the strain. 

Please...

PZ BDE 21 "GOOD LUCK" CONCERT
seen at 14:30, 15 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

SUN 19 JAN - PZ BDE 21 "GOOD LUCK" CONCERT On Sun 19 Jan @ 1700hrs, Kreis Paderborn and the Bundeswehr reservists are holding a concert to wish Pz Bde 21 from Augustdorf all the best for their ...

Children's Dental Drop-In Clinic
seen at 14:30, 15 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

EVERY first Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Read More...

February Cinema Schedules
seen at 14:30, 15 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

The Kaleidoscope Cinema & The Flix Cinema February schedules.

Click 'Read More" for full details.

Read More...

Press release: Chief Executive and Chair appointed for £1 billion Advanced Propulsion Centre
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The government and industry’s strategy for building greener and more efficient car engines took a major step forward today with the appointment of 2 key figures in the auto sector. Dr. Gerhard Schmidt and Tony...

Press release: New Broadband Chief as final 5% of most remote areas in Britain tackled
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A £10 million fund will be available to alternative technology providers who come forward with innovative ideas to help superfast broadband reach Britain’s most remote communities the Culture Secretary...

Press release: UK’s Protected Food Names boost EU economy and increase jobs
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 60 unique British foods have now achieved protected status to help safeguard these iconic products and deliver a major boost to the economy.

Anglesey Sea Salt, West Country Beef and West Country...

Press release: National Minimum Wage penalties increased on rogue employers
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Rogue employers who do not pay their workers the National Minimum Wage (NMW) will face an increased penalty of up to £20,000 as part of government’s crackdown on employers who break the law.

News story: Cocaine seized by Border Force at Gatwick
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The drugs, which were discovered on Thursday 9 January, once cut and sold on the streets had a potential value of £130,000.

Officers stopped a 29-year-old Portuguese man, Marcos Martins-Goes...

News story: Border Force seizes cocaine at Dover
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The drugs, once cut and sold on the streets, have a potential value running into millions of pounds.

The drugs were discovered on Monday 13 January when officers stopped and searched a Swiss lorry and...

News story: Grants of up to £500 still available for childcare businesses
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Cash grants worth up to £500 are still being offered to people across England wanting to start childcare business, Women and Equalities Minister Maria Miller announced today.

The scheme is aimed...

News story: Syria crisis: Latest updates on UK aid
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated programme summary PDF, correct as of 15 January

The crisis in Syria is gravely concerning. Hundreds of people are being killed or wounded every day and millions have been forced to flee...

Press release: Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Serbia
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

He will succeed Mr Michael Davenport. Mr Keefe will take up his appointment during June 2014.

Mr Keefe joined the FCO in 1982 and has spent much of his career developing British and EU relations with ...

News story: MOD wins award for creating gay-friendly workplace
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has won the award for ‘Most Improved Employer’ in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index 2014.

The award is given to the employer who makes the greatest improvement...

Press release: SMEs to play key role in new prison construction
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

For the past two days business representatives from across North Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire have had an opportunity to present to Kier, Carillion, Lend Lease and Interserve - the four contractors bidding ...

Press release: Minister for Middle East and North Africa visits Algeria
seen at 14:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Office Minister Hugh Robertson, is visiting Algeria, where he will be co-chairing the UK-Algeria High Level Dialogue with His Excellency Madjd Bouguerra, Minister Delegate for Maghreb and African Affairs...

FOI release: Subsidiaries to Improwise Ltd
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

FOI request asking:

how much money (broken down by each individual payment) has been paid by DECC and its subsidiaries to Improwise Ltd in each of the financial years 2010 - to-date and details of any...
FOI release: Gifts made to DECC by foreign governments
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

FOI requesting information on gifts made to the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) by foreign governments. Specifically, how much DECC had spent on repairs, renovations or maintenance of gifts made...

Policy paper: Protected food name: Anglesey sea salt/Halen Mon (PDO)
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This provides detail on UK registered product, Anglesey sea salt/Halen Mon, a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO).

The EU Protected Food Name scheme highlights regional and traditional foods whose authenticity...

Guidance: Military low flying: RAF operational low flying training timetable
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added RAF operational low flying training timetable: 27 to 31 January 2014

A list of timetables for operational low flying (OLF) training by RAF fast jets and Hercules aircraft. These timetables...

Policy paper: Protected food name: West Country beef (PGI)
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This provides detail on UK registered product, West Country beef, a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

The EU Protected Food Name scheme highlights regional and traditional foods whose authenticity...

Policy paper: Protected food name: West Country lamb (PGI)
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This provides detail on UK registered product, West Country lamb, a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI).

The EU Protected Food Name scheme highlights regional and traditional foods whose authenticity...

Guidance: Safety and environmental protection for defence
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Joint Service Publication (JSP) 454 is intended to assist personnel in demonstrating that acceptable levels of safety and environmental protection are being achieved through-life for land systems.

The...

Policy paper: 2013 sector resilience plan
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Sector resilience plans set out the resilience of the UK’s most important infrastructure to the relevant risks identified in the National Risk Assessment. Produced annually, plans are placed before ministers...

Story of human regeneration wins international physics journalism prize
seen at 11:31, 15 January in Science and Technology Facilities Council News and Press Releases (Our copy).
This year's IOP-STFC Physics Journalism Prize has been awarded to Cynthia Graber for her feature 'Electric Shock: Could electricity be the key to unlocking human regeneration?', published at MATTER.
Why pay farmers to protect birds?
seen at 11:30, 15 January in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

Decisions are due by the Government on the next round of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Specifically, Defra ministers will shortly announce how much CAP funding should be diverted in England from production...

Speech: Extracts from the Chancellor's speech on Europe
seen at 11:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

In Britain it has always felt like there have been two debates about the EU. One debate is about sovereignty, democracy and accountability.

A second debate has been about the economics.

But there...

Press release: Parents unaware of internet filters, says report
seen at 11:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Around one in eight parents that do not have family friendly internet controls did not know they existed or did not know how to install them, says a new report.

Britain is now a recognised global leader...

News story: Flood alerts and warnings remain in place in Southern England
seen at 11:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Flood warnings and flood alerts remain in place across the South of England, especially Dorset, South Wiltshire, Somerset and along the Thames where the risk of flooding from groundwater and rivers remains high...

Guidance: Export control: licensing performance dashboard
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated monthly performance figures for November and December 2013.

A regularly updated snapshot of the performance of the Export Control Organisation (ECO) against targets. It includes information...

Statistics: Forecasts for the UK economy: January 2014
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Forecasts for the UK economy is a monthly comparison of independent forecasts.

Please note that Forecasts for the UK economy is a summary of published material reflecting the views of the forecasting ...

Statistical data set: Live tables on local government finance
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added update live tables: Firefighters pension scheme membership 2012 to 2013, by fire authority, Firefighters pension scheme income and expenditure 2012 to 2013, by fire authority, Borrowing and investment...

Statistics - national statistics: Latest statistics on the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in cattle in Great Britain
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with information for October 2013.

Suspension of statistics on herds under restriction and the incidence rate from September 2011

The Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (...

Statistics - national statistics: Historic statistics notices on the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in cattle in Great Britain, 2013
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include the statistics notice published in December 2013.

Please note that some bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in cattle statistics are currently suspended from publication. Further information...

Statistical data set: Weekly solar PV installation & capacity based on registration date
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest data published.

The statistics presented in the table below, show the number of sub 50kW solar photovoltaic installations and capacity installed at the end of each week, that are recorded...

Guidance: Non-code action bulletin issue 2: July 2013 to December 2013
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

This bulletin contains information about the non-code actions that were registered with VOSA between July and December 2013.

A non-code action is a proactive action registered with VOSA that is outside...

Research and analysis: PHE and Association of Directors of Public Health survey findings: tackling obesity
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

In September 2013 Public Health England (PHE) surveyed 136 local authorities (LAs) and Directors of Public Health (DsPH) on their obesity priorities. The following report gives an overview of the survey, findings...

Open consultation: Independent abortion clinic regulation
seen at 10:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Due to an administrative error the deadline for responses is being extended from 17 January to 3 February 2014.

This consultation seeks views on the updated procedures that independent sector places...

Trees, grounds and caterpillars – Santon Downham, 26 February 2014
seen at 10:30, 15 January in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Free event –  includes: summary of current issues, development, content and status of the national standard, perspectives from expert speakers and practical demonstrations of best practice combined with...

Post-2015 framework on poverty eradication and sustainable development
seen at 10:30, 15 January in Wilton Park (Our copy).

Formulating priorities and strategies as the Millennium Development Goals approach their culmination – what next for the least developed countries.

 The post-2015 development framework: priorities for...
Press release: First new college in 20 years to support development of High Speed 2 (HS2)
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Plans for a new college to train the next generation of world-class engineers to work on the construction of High Speed 2 (HS2) have been unveiled today (14 January 2014).

The college, will deliver the...

Press release: Britain leads the way at crucial Syria conference and urges other countries to step up
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Britain has today pledged a further £100 million to the UN’s latest Syria crisis appeal, the International Development Secretary Justine Greening has announced.

Speaking from Kuwait at the Second...

News story: Carmichael comments on economic figures
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

News that Scotland’s GDP grew by 0.7% in the third quarter of 2013 show Scotland is firmly on the road to economic recovery as part of the UK, according to Scottish Secretary Alistair Carmichael.

Mr Carmichael...

News story: Syria crisis: Latest updates on UK aid
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest news story

The crisis in Syria is gravely concerning. Hundreds of people are being killed or wounded every day and millions have been forced to flee.

Video: See how UK ...
Press release: New Broadband Chief as final 5% of most remote areas in Britain tackled
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A £10 million fund will be available to alternative technology providers who come forward with innovative ideas to help superfast broadband reach Britain’s most remote communities the Culture Secretary...

News story: Thales UK announcement: Great news for workers in east Belfast
seen at 10:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Secretary of State, Theresa Villiers said:

Congratulations to Thales UK on the excellent news that it has signed a £100m deal to supply its Starstreak missiles and Forceshield Integrated...

Council Tax Dwellings in Wales - 2014-15
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Shows the number of houses liable for council tax in Wales.
Educational Maintenance Allowances Awarded in Wales - Update at end of December 2013
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents information on the number of Education Maintenance Allowances (EMAs) awarded to students aged 16, 17 and 18 in further education in Welsh schools and further education institutions.
UK Manufacturers' Sales by Industry: Timeseries - 2008 - 2012
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This table supports the UK Manufacturers' Sales by Product (PRODCOM) Results and Statistical Bulletin: data is available in the relevant PRODCOM publications, but is provided in a different format to increase accessibility...
Weekly Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 27/12/2013
seen at 09:31, 15 January 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 Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 20/12/2013
seen at 09:31, 15 January 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.
Incidence of TB in Cattle, Great Britain - Data to October 2013
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Latest national statistics bringing together various sources of statistics relating to the incidence of TB in Cattle, Great Britain according to arrangements approved by the UK Statistics Authority.
Investment Bank Special Administration Regulations 2011 (Sajid Javid)
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today, HM Treasury is laying before Parliament the final part of Mr Peter Bloxham’s independent review of the Investment Bank Special Administration Regulations 2011. This report follows on from the interim...

Flooding and Severe Weather (Brandon Lewis)
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I would like to update the House on the latest position regarding the severe weather that has affected parts of the country from early December to date.

Since the east coast tidal surge on 5 December 2013...

Committee on Climate Change (Triennial Review) (Gregory Barker)
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

On 4 February 2013 as Minister for Energy and Climate Change I announced in Parliament through a written ministerial statement, Official Report, column 3SW, commencement of the

triennial review of the Committee...

Statistical data set: Other TB statistics
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated statistics on TB in other species.

This data set includes a range of other statistics relevant to the incidence of tuberculosis (TB) in cattle.

Incidents of confirmed M. bovis...
Policy paper: Water Bill: sustainable development and resilience duties
seen at 09:31, 15 January in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This note has been updated to reflect the amendments made to the new duty of resilience in the House of Commons to ensure that the Government’s strong commitment to the sustainable management of water...

Press release: World-renowned photographer Mario Testino awarded honorary OBE
seen at 09:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Peruvian-born photographer Mario Testino was today presented with an honorary OBE (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) by Culture Minister Ed Vaizey in recognition of his service to photography...

News story: Morecambe Bay Investigation: call for affected families to get in touch
seen at 09:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Morecambe Bay Investigation has been set up to examine the historic standard of care received by mothers and babies in the maternity and neonatal service at the University Hospitals Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation...

Council Tax Dwellings in Wales - 2014-15
seen at 02:32, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Shows the number of houses liable for council tax in Wales.
Educational Maintenance Allowances Awarded in Wales - Update at end of December 2013
seen at 02:32, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents information on the number of Education Maintenance Allowances (EMAs) awarded to students aged 16, 17 and 18 in further education in Welsh schools and further education institutions.
UK Manufacturers' Sales by Industry: Timeseries - 2008 - 2012
seen at 02:32, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This table supports the UK Manufacturers' Sales by Product (PRODCOM) Results and Statistical Bulletin: data is available in the relevant PRODCOM publications, but is provided in a different format to increase accessibility...
Weekly Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 27/12/2013
seen at 02:32, 15 January 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 Provisional Figures on Deaths Registered in England and Wales - Week Ending 20/12/2013
seen at 02:32, 15 January 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.
Incidence of TB in Cattle, Great Britain - Data to October 2013
seen at 02:32, 15 January in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Latest national statistics bringing together various sources of statistics relating to the incidence of TB in Cattle, Great Britain according to arrangements approved by the UK Statistics Authority.
Press release: Scotland Analysis: EU and International Issues paper to launch this week
seen at 02:30, 15 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The paper, the first in the series to be published since the launch of the Scottish Government’s White Paper in November, will highlight the UK’s unique role in world affairs. It will discuss how the UK’s overseas...