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11 July 2014

Press release: New Tottenham Hotspur stadium scheme gets the green light
seen at 23:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Plans for a new Tottenham Hotspur Football Club stadium jumped ahead today (11 July 2014) after permission was given to use a site earmarked for the stadium scheme.

Ministers have agreed with a compulsory...

Guidance: Firefighters’ pension scheme reforms
seen at 20:30, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Add letter of 11 July

These documents provide details of the firefighters’ pension scheme from 2015. Further details on the core parameters for reforms to the firefighters’ pension scheme are set...

Policy paper: Water Act 2014: retail exit reform
seen at 18:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Discussion document added which outlines questions to be answered about exits from the non-household retail market in water.

This page sets out the scope and timetable of retail exit reform. It...

Policy paper: Caught red-handed: Why we can't count on police recorded crime statistics
seen at 18:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The government response to the thirteenth report from the public administration select committee session 2013-14 HC 760: Caught red-handed: Why we can’t count on Police Recorded Crime statistics

Correspondence: The London Borough of Haringey (Northumberland Development Project) (ref:70787, 11 July 2014)
seen at 18:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Decision letter on the application for compulsory purchase of land for the purpose of development, redevelopment or improvement.

News story: Chancellor visits south-west businesses creating jobs and helping people into work
seen at 18:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne today visited businesses in the south-west to see firsthand the jobs being created and the people being helped back into work as a result of the government’s long term...

Press release: Climbing the ladder: skills for sustainable recovery report published
seen at 18:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

A new report published today highlights the need for urgent action to improve the UK’s jobs and skills to build on the economic upturn and maximise growth.

The report, Climbing the ladder: skills for ...

Speech: David Laws talks about universal infant free school meals
seen at 18:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you for inviting me to speak at your conference today.

I am delighted to be here and to be able to thank you in person for all your hard work which you do and also – crucially this year – for the...

News story: New Responsibility Deal alcohol pledges published
seen at 18:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

The new pledges, developed in a challenge set to industry, will serve to reduce alcohol consumption, increase education and help to tackle the £21 billion a year cost of drink-related harm.

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Press release: New Tottenham Hotspur stadium scheme gets the green light
seen at 18:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Plans for a new Tottenham Hotspur Football Club stadium jumped ahead today (11 July 2014) after permission was given to use a site earmarked for the stadium scheme.

Ministers have agreed with a compulsory...

Guidance: Digital skills in the civil service
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Corrected markdown error in section about 'meetup' Added case study from MOJ

This publication is in alpha. The aim of the publication is to make civil servants’ working lives better through using...

Guidance: Procurement policy note 01/12: use of pre-qualification questionnaires
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to show that this has been replaced by policy procurement note 08/14.

The standard Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) core questions, which are mandated for use by all central government...

Guidance: Armed forces corporate covenant: signed pledges (part 3)
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).
More pledges

See signed pledges part 1 and part 2.

About the corporate covenant

The corporate covenant is a voluntary pledge made by organisations who wish to demonstrate their concrete...

Guidance: Approved floor / pull along brake testers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of floor / pull along brake testers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the ...

Guidance: Approved headlamp aim testers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of headlamp aim testers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed equipment...

Guidance: Approved roller brake testers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of roller brake testers approved for use under the the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

All of the ...

Guidance: Approved exhaust gas analysers: non-catalyst vehicles
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of non-catalyst vehicle exhaust gas analysers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All...

Guidance: Approved speed limiters
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of speed limiters approved for use under the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

All of the listed equipment...

Guidance: Approved hand held devices
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of hand held devices approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed equipment...

Guidance: Approved decelerometers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of decelerometers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed equipment must...

Guidance: Approved tow bar / trailer socket testers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of tow bar / trailer socket testers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Approved wheel play detectors
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of wheel play detectors approved for use under the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Approved brake pedal application devices
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of brake pedal application device approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Approved oil temperature measuring devices
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of oil temperature measuring device approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Approved diesel smoke meters
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of diesel smoke meters approved for use under the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Approved exhaust gas analysers: catalyst vehicles
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of catalyst vehicle exhaust gas analysers approved for use under the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

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Guidance: Approved plate brake testers
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of plate brake testers approved for use under the MOT testing scheme by DVSA.

All of the listed equipment...

Guidance: Approved tyre tread depth gauges
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published an updated version of the equipment list.

This document lists the types of tyre tread depth gauge approved for use under the MOT and annual test schemes by DVSA.

All of the listed...

Guidance: Changes to patents worksharing: business guidance
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Intellectual Property Act 2014 received Royal Assent on 14 May 2014.

The Act includes a measure that will allow the Intellectual Property Office to share pre-publication patent information with other...

Policy paper: Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP): government response to the House of Lords report
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the government response to the House of Lords EU Committee’s report on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). The response:

sets out the case for TTIP and...
Guidance: Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP): separating myth from fact
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Information leaflet which addresses areas of public concern in the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations, including:

regulatory standards investor-state dispute settlement...
Notice: TN35 4HG: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: EX20 3PG: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: PO17 6LE: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Notice: PL13 2NE: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Transparency data: Independent and non-maintained special schools
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated document

Under section 146 of the Education and Skills Act 2008, local authorities are required to provide this list to the parents of children who receive a statement of special ...

Promotional material: ‘The school revolution’: how reforms are transforming schools
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This film shows how education reforms over the last 4 years are transforming schools in England.

It includes comment by headteachers, teachers, governors and educationalists who have:

played leading...
Notice: WS15 3ER: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities.

These notices explain:

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Policy paper: Financial sanctions: consolidated list of targets
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect notice 11.07.14 Terrorism and Terrorist Finance (Amendment)

HM Treasury is responsible for the implementation and administration of international financial sanctions in effect...

Policy paper: Current list of designated persons, terrorism and terrorist financing
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect notice 11.07.14 Terrorism and Terrorist Finance (Amendment)

Following the terrorist attacks of 11 September 2001, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1373 (2001...

Guidance: Applying for a UK visa: approved English language tests
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 'Home office immigration action against education institutions' factsheet.

If the visa you are applying for asks you to prove your English language ability, you should use the approved English...

Transparency data: ESF funding for the South West
seen at 16:40, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): South West ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

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Transparency data: ESF funding for the South East
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): South East ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

name...
Transparency data: ESF funding for the North West
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): North West ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

name...
Transparency data: ESF funding for the North East
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): North East ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

name...
Transparency data: ESF funding for Merseyside
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): Merseyside ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation (CFO) and funding type.

The lists include the:

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Transparency data: ESF funding for London
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): London ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

name of...
Transparency data: ESF funding for East Midlands
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): East Midlands ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

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Transparency data: ESF funding for East of England
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): East of England ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation and funding type.

The lists include the:

...
Transparency data: ESF funding for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
seen at 16:39, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): Cornwall ESF funding - PDF.

The funding is broken down by co-financing organisation (CFO) and funding type.

The lists include the:

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Steel researchers from the UK and China Exchange Ideas at Harwell Event
seen at 16:37, 11 July in Science and Technology Facilities Council News and Press Releases (Our copy).
Scientists, engineers, technologists and industry leaders from China and the UK have met at Oxfordshire's Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) to discuss and exchange the recent advances in the research of materials...
Press release: Prison for waste land owner
seen at 16:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Chelmsford Crown Court activated part of a suspended sentence given in January last year for a waste offence after he was convicted of a further offence of breaching planning laws.

Phipps was sentenced...

News story: Home Office wins judgment on minimum income threshold
seen at 16:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

The minimum income threshold for British citizens to sponsor a non-EEA spouse or partner or child to come and live in the UK was introduced in July 2012. It aims to ensure that family migrants do not become reliant...

News story: Chancellor visits south-west businesses creating jobs and helping people into work
seen at 16:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne today visited businesses in the south-sest to see firsthand the jobs being created and the people being helped back into work as a result of the government’s long term...

News story: Points of Light: July 2014 winners
seen at 16:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added recipient number 62 - Pete Smart.

The following people were given a Points of Light award in July 2014 (the numbering continues from June’s winners):

54. Christine Howard (Surrey...
Home Office inquiry
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

When asked about Baroness Butler-Sloss? status as the head of the inquiry, the Prime Minister?s Spokesperson (PMS) said the Prime Minister?s (PM) view had not and would not change.

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Child abuse inquiry
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

Asked if the Prime Minister (PM) still believed Baroness Butler-Sloss was the right person to lead the overarching child abuse inquiry, the Prime Minister?s Spokesperson (PMS) said the PM did and that she commanded...

Living wage
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

Asked if the PM had sympathy for public sector workers who struggled financially and were not paid the living wage, the PMS said the government had taken and would continue to take tough decisions on public sector...

Patrick Rock
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

Asked about Patrick Rock and whether government had appointed a welfare officer, the PMS said that no welfare officer had been appointed.

Asked who was Patrick Rock?s previous employer, the PMS confirmed...

Guidance: Local Sustainable Transport Fund: funding decisions 2015 to 2016
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

A list of all funding decisions for the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) 2015 to 2016 revenue competition.

Related LSTF documents LSTF funding decisions 2015 to 2016 Google map, published...
Guidance: Cabinet Office controls
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 12 contact information and annexes updated.

The Cabinet Office controls, along with long-term structural reform programmes, are a core component of the work to reduce wasteful expenditure...

Correspondence: Duncan Selbie's Friday message: 11 July 2014
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This week, Richard Gleave and I met with our staff at Porton and Colindale, our national science centres for microbiology, surveillance and epidemiology which, subject to Treasury and Ministerial approval, will...

Research and analysis: What staying in the United Kingdom means for Scotland
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information added about how to receive a booklet if you've not already.

The Scottish independence referendum on September 18 is the most important choice people in Scotland will ever make.

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Statistics: Factsheet: The UK's humanitarian aid response to the Syria crisis
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest factsheet dated 8 July added.

This update is correct as of 8 July 2014. Further updates will be published as the situation changes.

Guidance: Teacher misconduct: disciplinary procedures
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This document has been updated on 11 July 2014.

This departmental advice is for

teachers hearing witnesses employers supply agencies members of the public other relevant organisations...
Guidance: ILR specification, validation rules and appendices 2014 to 2015
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New document added: XML sample file: version 1

These documents set out the details of the data about further education (FE) learners and their learning that must be collected by colleges, training...

FOI release: Website name changes from MAFF to Defra and to GOV.UK
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Name changes FOI: how much the change of name from MAFF (2001) to Defra (mid 2001) and now to GOV.UK has cost, plus clarification of the term “arm’s length body”.

Correspondence: Fire and rescue bulletin: 47/2014
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The fire and rescue bulletin for July 2014 covers:

publication of fire statistics monitor: April 2013 to March 2014 the Fire and Rescue National Framework for England the UK fire and rescue service ...
Correspondence: Brandon Lewis writes to Surrey councillors
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The minister has written to 2 Surrey councillors regarding councillor allowances.

Guidance: PSBP overview
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Update on Aggregator Model

This guidance explains what the Priority School Building Programme will do, and how the schools are funded.

There are also details of how the private finance ...

Guidance: Fair and Effective Markets Review: terms of reference
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Link added to the Fair and Effective Markets Review website.

The government has announced further steps to raise standards of conduct in the financial system with a joint review by the Treasury...

Corporate report: ESRC annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This annual review sets out the activities and achievements of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) from April 2013 to March 2014. It includes:

Chief Executive’s statement management review...
Notice: Merger of pathology services of Southport and Ormskirk Hospital and St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Monitor has published a report containing its advice to the NHS Trust Development Authority.

Monitor has reviewed the proposed merger of the pathology services of Southport and Ormskirk Hospital...

Statutory guidance: Fishing vessel licence variations
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Licence variation added on 11 July effective 00.01 on Sunday 13 July 2014

Vessel licence variations occur to reflect changes in quota limits and closures or openings of sea areas.

Variations...

Corporate report: The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The UKHO is an executive agency and operates as a trading fund within the Ministry of Defence. This paper was laid before Parliament in response to a legislative requirement or as a Return to an Address and was...

Statistics: MOD timetable for future releases of National and Official Statistics
seen at 14:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated calendar

Ministry of Defence (MOD) timetable for future releases of National and Official Statistics. Includes changes to announced release dates.

Guidance: Tregantle firing times
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Tregantle firing times 4 to 17 August 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 ...

Guidance: Police Pension Scheme 1987 (in England and Wales)
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Regulation B7 of The Police Pensions Regulations 1987 (SI 1987/257) states that a member entitled to an ordinary, short service, ill-health or deferred pension may commute a portion of their pension for a lump...

FOI release: FOI responses released by MOD: week commencing 7 July 2014
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses for a request for details on Ministry of Defence Police's use of social media and information about military training and simulation.

Ministry of Defence (MOD) Freedom of ...

Corporate report: Medical Research Council annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This annual review sets out the activities and achievements of the Medical Research Council (MRC) from April 2013 to March 2014. It includes:

an overview of MRC in 2013 to 2014 report on activities ...
Corporate report: Public Bodies 2013
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Public Bodies 2013 data directory update as at 31 March 2014.

The 2013 release of Public Bodies aims to provide a single transparent statement on a broad range of bodies sponsored by the ...

Corporate report: AHRC annual report and accounts 2013 to 2014
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This annual review sets out the activities and achievements of the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) from April 2013 to March 2014. It covers:

priority areas corporate activities structure...
I-TAC takes first prize for best support for start-up and high growth businesses
seen at 14:31, 11 July in Science and Technology Facilities Council News and Press Releases (Our copy).
The Innovations Technology Access Centre (I-TAC) has scooped a prestigious UK Science Park Association (UKSPA) award for having the best track record in developing and supporting start-up and high growth businesses...
Metal wins gold for garden design at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show
seen at 14:31, 11 July in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Metal wins gold for garden design at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show
Double funding success for contemporary arts centre in Eastleigh
seen at 14:31, 11 July in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Double funding success for contemporary arts centre in Eastleigh
Our annual review has just been published. Find out how we invested your money in 2013/14
seen at 14:31, 11 July in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Our annual review has just been published. Find out how we invested your money in 2013/14
Arts Council England announces investment plans for 2015-18 in the South East
seen at 14:31, 11 July in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Arts Council England announces investment plans for 2015-18 in the South East
Sport-in-brief - your weekly update from the high performance sports community
seen at 14:30, 11 July in UK Sport (Our copy).
Wimbledon glory for wheelchair tennis star, squad selections from British Athletes and wheelchair basketball results
Consultation – Proposals to exempt certain self-employed people from health and safety law
seen at 14:30, 11 July in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Public consultation; have your say by 31 August 2014. Plans to make self-employed people exempt from Section 3(2) HSWA – unless their work involves prescribed activities, listed in the consultation.

Speech: David Currie speaks about the CMA and infrastructure investment
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).
Introduction

It is a great pleasure and privilege to be here tonight. The European Policy Forum, led by Christopher Tugendhat and by Graham Mather, exerts a very considerable influence on UK and European policy...

Press release: Two men face charges in ongoing criminal cartel investigation
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Clive Geoffrey Dean and Nicholas Simon Stringer were charged on 30 June 2014 as part of an on-going investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

Mr Dean and Mr Stringer have been charged...

News story: Syria crisis: Latest updates on UK aid
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Latest humanitarian programme summary (dated 8 July) added to page.

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

News story: UK / Germany Joint Statement on Commemorating Srebrenica
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

On the occasion of the 19th anniversary of the Srebrenica massacre the Foreign Secretary William Hague and German Foreign Minister Frank Walter Steinmeier made the following statement:

On behalf of...

News story: Culture Secretary reappoints Trustee of the Royal Armouries
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).
Biographical details

Hemant Patel was Director of Strategy and then Commercial Finance Director at the supermarket chain Asda Stores Ltd, part of the global retailer Wal-Mart Inc. He was born and educated in...

Press release: Koi herpesvirus disease outbreak confirmed in Somerset
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

An outbreak of KHV disease has been confirmed at Plantations Lakes, Middle Lane, Kingston Seymour, Clevedon, Somerset.

The site is now subject to statutory controls to prevent or limit the spread...

News story: Visibility of the new crescent moon for Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

HMNAO have produced information to show the visibility of the new crescent moon for July 2014 and the start of the Islamic Festival of Eid al-Fitr.

Speech: Care Not Custody speech
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you. I am delighted to be here this evening and to speak at such an important event.

Since its beginnings The Women’s Institute has been renowned for its vigorous campaigning.

You have...

News story: Local authorities to be given powers to close public roads for motor sports events
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Local communities will be able to stage motor sports events on public roads, including stage rallies, hill climbs and trials of speed, the Prime Minister announced today during the official opening of a new Formula...

Press release: Missing Yorkshire yachtsman found in North Sea
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

A yachtsman from Yorkshire, reported missing yesterday (Thursday 10 July 2014), has been found on his yacht in the North Sea, following an extensive search coordinated by Humber Coastguard.

His 17ft yacht...

News story: Fair and Effective Markets Review announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Link added to to the Fair and Effective Markets Review website.

The government is today announcing further steps to raise standards of conduct in the financial system with a joint review by the...

Press release: Teenager rescued off Mevagissey after asking for help on Facebook
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Brixham Coastguard was contacted just before 11pm last night by police who’d taken a call from the teenager’s mum. She said he had posted on Facebook saying he was in trouble on his Laser sailing dinghy.

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News story: Monitor concludes its review of pathology services in the north west of England
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Following the review, Monitor has given its advice to the NHS Trust Development Authority (NHS TDA).

The health sector regulator looked at the pathology services in the local area and examined ...

News story: Mary Beard leads team of experts in WW1 tweetathon
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

The Twitter event on 4 July marked 1 month until the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War.

Focussed around the hashtag #TalkingWW1, the day-long tweetathon gave the public a chance...

Press release: New measures to increase transparency on council home values
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Members of the public will be able to see the value of the assets councils hold for the first time today (11 July 2014), under plans announced by Housing Minister Kris Hopkins.

The proposals put forward...

Press release: New flood camera goes down a tweet in Halesowen
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Environment Agency flood officers along with James Morris MP, met with local residents who will benefit from the new high tech flood warning camera installed on the Illey Brook on Manor Way, Halesowen.

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Speech: Safer streets for London
seen at 14:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning everyone.

I’d like to thank Transport for London for inviting me this morning and Isabel for that kind introduction.

I’ve lived in London for most of my life and I am extremely...

Strikes
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

When asked about the statistics for today?s public sector strikes, the Prime Minister?s Spokesperson (PMS) said that government?s figures are drawn from specific returns from those organisations where strike ...

Form: Children’s Social Care Innovation Programme
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added details about the deadline for the application process and what you can do if you miss it

The Children’s Social Care Innovation Programme seeks to support the development, testing and sharing...

Statistics: Prison population figures: 2014
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: June monthly figures published.

Latest prison population figures for 2014.

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Guidance: SFA: supply chain transformation programme
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Skills Funding Agency is working towards a transformation of its core information and communication technology (ICT) services. The move to new arrangements will support a more digital user experience and ...

Correspondence: AgriBuzz: Issue 14 - Summer 2014 - Midlands edition
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Quarterly e-newsletter for farmers and land managers in the Midlands, keeping you up to date with information relevant to your agricultural business.

Statistics: Driver CPC: operational statistics
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published June 2014 statistics.

About these statistics

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

subject to scrutiny and assessment ...
Statistics: List of upcoming ad hoc statistical releases
seen at 11:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added further details of ad hoc ststistics to be published on 15 July 2014.

This document provides details of upcoming DWP ad hoc statistical releases.

Young people are our future: celebrating world population day
seen at 11:31, 11 July in Wilton Park (Our copy).

On World Population Day, we talk about investing in young people.

Today is the UN Population Fund’s World Population Day. Founded on 11th July 1987 to mark the birth of five billionth persontThe theme ...

Press release: Press briefing: afternoon 10 July 2014
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).
Strikes

When asked about the statistics for today’s public sector strikes, the Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) said that government’s figures are drawn from specific returns from those organisations where...

News story: £440 million to be spent on green transport
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Dozens of sustainable transport schemes got the green light this week, Transport Minister Baroness Kramer has announced.

The successful schemes will bring environmental, health and economic benefits to...

Press release: Find out more about flood protection works for Corbridge
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

People in Corbridge are invited to attend a public drop-in event to find out more about plans to improve flood protection in the town.

The Environment Agency is planning a &pound;400,000 project ...

Press release: New road markings to keep journeys safe on the M3 near Winchester
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

The work is being carried out as part of the government’s commitment to invest in infrastructure and will involve overnight carriageway closures, in one direction at a time, and will be completed in the morning...

Press release: CMA set to clear adherence packaging merger
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Omnicell, Inc./MTS Medication Technologies, Inc. and SurgiChem Limited both supply adherence packaging and other related products. Adherence packaging is used to repackage a patient’s pharmaceutical medicine ...

News story: Future plans for Dalgety Bay
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Commissioned by the Ministry of Defence (MOD)’s Defence Infrastructure Organisation and endorsed by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), the report recommends a number of measures that will...

Speech: PM and Deputy PM speech on emergency security legislation
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).
Prime Minister

Good morning. As Prime Minister, my first duty is to protect our national security, and to act quickly when that security is compromised.

In recent weeks there have been 2 developments...

Press release: Llangollen Eisteddfod puts Welsh culture in the global spotlight
seen at 11:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Secretary of State for Wales David Jones MP will highlight the contribution the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod makes to putting Welsh culture on the map when he visits the annual event today...

Research and analysis: Draft Vision and Objectives South marine plan areas consultation
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The draft vision and objectives outline how the south plan areas could change in the next 20 years, and what needs to happen to reach that point.

They cover the marine plan areas that stretch from Folkestone...

FOI release: Local Authorities involved in running a CIC scheme
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This information has not been released by the Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with revised times following a cancellation at Willsworthy.

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: DECC Eighth Statement of New Regulation
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Eighth Statement of New Regulation (SNR8) covers regulations coming into force between 1 July 2014 and 31 December 2014.The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) published SNR8 on 9 July 2014...

Corporate report: Service Inquiry: accident involving Lynx Mk 9 ZF540 on 26 April 2014
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Service Inquiry into the accident involving Lynx ZF540 is ongoing. The interim report has been published to inform the military chain of command and the public of the general circumstances of the accident...

Guidance: Local Sustainable Transport Fund funding decisions 2015 to 2016
seen at 10:33, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

A list of all funding decisions for the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) 2015 to 2016 revenue competition.

Related LSTF documents LSTF funding decisions 2015 to 2016 Google map
Decision: Ospringe C of E Primary School
seen at 10:32, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Decision reference: VAR637

Type of decision: variation to admission arrangements - approved

School type: voluntary controlled

School phase: primary

Local authority: Kent

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Young people are our future: celebrating world population day
seen at 10:31, 11 July in Wilton Park (Our copy).

On world population day, we talk about investing in young people.

Today is the UN Population Fund’s World Population Day. Founded on 11th July 1987 to mark the birth of five billionth persontThe theme ...

Speech: David Currie speaks about the CMA and infrastructure investment
seen at 10:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).
Introduction

It is a great pleasure and privilege to be here tonight. The European Policy Forum, led by Christopher Tugendhat and by Graham Mather, exerts a very considerable influence on UK and European policy...

United Kingdom National Accounts - Historic Gross Fixed Capital Formation Data - Chapter 9
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
The Blue Book is a key annual publication of National Accounts statistics and the essential data source for anyone concerned with macro economic policies and studies.
Quarterly National Accounts - Historic Household Final Consumption Expenditure Data
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
A detailed breakdown of the components of GDP as well as key sector accounts aggregates.
Output in the Construction Industry - May 2014
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Construction output is a monthly estimate of the output of the construction industry in both the private and public sectors. The estimates are a key component of Gross Domestic Product.
Office for Budget Responsibility: Annual Report (Lord Deighton)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My rt honourable friend the Chief Secretary to the Treasury (Danny Alexander) has today made the following Written Ministerial Statement.

Today the independent Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) published...

Planning: Neighbourhood Planning (Baroness Stowell of Beeston)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My hon Friend the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government (Nick Boles) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement.

The Coalition Government is committed to ...

Scientific Procedures on Living Animals (Lord Taylor of Holbeach, - Shadow Minister (Also Shadow Minister for Work and Pensions), Shadow Minister)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My hon Friend the Minister of State for Crime Prevention (Norman Baker) has today made the following Written Ministerial Statement:

My rt hon Friend the Home Secretary is today laying before the House &#...

National Physical Laboratory (David Willetts)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I want to update the House on the progress since my statement of 27 November 2012, Official Report, column 6WS.

Following a formal competitive process, I have selected the universities of Strathclyde and...

Financial Conduct Authority (Andrea Leadsom)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The annual report and accounts 2013-14 of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today been laid before Parliament.

Copies are available in the Libraries of both Houses. The report forms an important...

Fiscal Sustainability Report (Danny Alexander)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Today the independent Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) published its fourth fiscal sustainability report (FSR). This document meets their requirement to annually prepare an analysis of the sustainability...

Land Registry (Danny Alexander)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In March 2014, I published the results of the first evaluation of tax arrangements for off-payroll contracts in the public sector following the introduction of tighter rules in May 2012 when I published “...

Customs Infringements and Sanctions (EU Legal Framework) (Nicky Morgan)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I wish to inform the House that the Government have opted in to the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on the Union legal framework for customs infringements and sanctions.

Financial Ombudsman Service (Andrea Leadsom)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The annual report and accounts 2013-14 of the Financial Ombudsman Service has today been laid before Parliament.

The report forms an important part of the accountability mechanisms for the Financial Ombudsman...

Neighbourhood Planning (Nicholas Boles)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The coalition Government are committed to devolving down power to local communities—not just to local councils, but down further to local neighbourhoods, parishes and local residents. The Localism Act introduced...

New Homes (Change of Use) (Nicholas Boles)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In May 2013, the coalition Government introduced legislation that allows offices to convert to homes without having to apply for planning permission. This has had a positive effect creating much needed new homes...

First World War Centenary Cathedral Repairs Fund (Sajid Javid)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I am today publishing the list of successful bidders to the first round of the first world war centenary cathedral repairs fund.

The £20 million fund, which was announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer...

Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre (Philip Hammond)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In October 2011, my predecessor updated the House on progress towards the creation of a Defence and National Rehabilitation Centre (DNRC). I am today announcing that the Ministry of Defence intends to transfer...

Diplomatic Academy (William Hague)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

I would like to inform the House of progress in establishing and opening the new Diplomatic Academy at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

When I opened the new Foreign Office Language Centre in September...

FCO Programme Spending 2014-15 (William Hague)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

In my statement to the House of 11 June 2013, Official Report, column 4WS, I set out the funding allocations for the FCO’s strategic programmes for the financial year 2013-14. I now wish to inform the House...

Hong Kong (Sino/British Joint Declaration) (William Hague)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The latest report on the implementation of the Sino-British Joint Declaration on Hong Kong was published today. Copies have been placed in the Library of the House. A copy of the report is also available on the...

Gosport War Memorial Hospital (Deaths) (Norman Lamb)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

Following the publication of the Baker report in August 2013 into higher than expected death rates of elderly patients at Gosport War Memorial hospital between 1988 and 2000, families have continued to raise ...

National Crime Agency Remuneration Review Body (Theresa May)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

The first report of the National Crime Agency (NCA) remuneration review body was published today. In line with my letter setting the body’s remit, it has made recommendations on pay and allowances

Scientific Procedures on Living Animals (Norman Baker)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. Friend the Home Secretary is today laying before the House “Statistics of Scientific Procedures on living Animals, Great Britain 2013” (HC 372).

Overall, the annual statistical...

Immigration Rules (James Brokenshire)
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Written Ministerial Statements (Our copy).

My right hon. Friend the Home Secretary is today laying before the House a statement of changes in immigration rules.

These changes will implement restrictions on the ability of those already present in...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Richard Martin Taylor
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Secretary of State does not make these decisions himself. They are made by a senior official on the recommendation of an independent panel.

Teacher reference number: 99/55194 Teacher’s ...
Transparency data: Ofcom funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is being spent and what we expect in...

Transparency data: National Heritage Memorial Fund funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New letters added

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is ...

Transparency data: Marlborough House funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is being spent and what we expect in...

Transparency data: Geffrye Museum funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is being spent and what we expect in...

Transparency data: Equality and Human Rights Commission funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is being spent and what we expect in...

Transparency data: Wallace Collection funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New letters have been added

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their...

Transparency data: UK Anti-Doping funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New letters added

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money is ...

Transparency data: UK Sport funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New letters uploaded

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money ...

Transparency data: Victoria and Albert Museum funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New settlement letters published

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how ...

Transparency data: VisitBritain funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New funding letters added

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money...

Transparency data: VisitEngland funding settlement letters
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New funding letters added

In line with our commitment to transparency, we are publishing the allocation letters the department is sending to its funded bodies, so the public can see how their money...

Guidance: Supply chain toolkit
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The National Intellectual Property (IP) Crime Group was founded in 2004 by the Intellectual Property Office due to the need to bring together expert resources including senior industry, government and enforcement...

Research and analysis: Patent backlogs and mutual recognition
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of this study is to:

analyse the recent evolution of patent backlogs identify respective trends and drivers assess the impact that patent backlogs may have on the patent system, incentives...
Guidance: Patents Litigation manual
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The manual includes detailed desk instructions on the practices and procedures for formal examination and processing of statements and evidence filed in inter partes proceedings before the Comptroller and in ...

Statistics: Community interest companies: new CICs registered in June 2014
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New CICs registered in June 2014 data now available

The Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies publishes monthly updates showing the names and locations of newly formed CICs.

Notice: Paul Stewart: application made to abstract (take) water
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about which Environment Agency offices...
Notice: Woodard Schools (Nottinghamshire) Limited: application made to abstract (take) water
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about which Environment Agency offices...
Notice: Wooton Marsh Farms Limited: application made to abstract (take) water
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about which Environment Agency offices...
Corporate report: DWP equality information 2014: employee data
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This is DWP’s fourth report under the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED), part of the Equality Act 2010. Our equality and diversity page has further information about DWP’s commitment to ...

Statistical data set: Commodity prices
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: banana weekly prices updated

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

Statistics: Youth Unemployment Innovation Fund Pilot: Starts and outcomes
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This publication contains official statistics on the total number of young people that started on the Innovation Fund and the total number of outcomes that have been achieved up to March 2014.

The figures...

Research and analysis: Innovation Fund pilots qualitative evaluation: early implementation findings
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

This report presents early findings about the &pound;30 million Youth Unemployment Innovation Fund (IF). The fund backs Social Impact Bonds aimed at helping disadvantaged young people who are, or are...

Statistics: Youth custody data
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Data for May 2014 added

Monthly statistics on the population in custody of children and young people within secure children’s homes (SCHs), secure training centres (STCs) and young offender institutions...

Statistics: DWP equality information 2014: customer data
seen at 09:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

These statistics have been published as part of DWP’s duties under the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED), part of the Equality Act 2010. Our equality and diversity page has further information...

Output in the Construction Industry, May 2014
seen at 09:30, 11 July in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Construction output at current price and chained volume measures seasonally adjusted by public and private sector.
UK Government Expenditure on Science, Engineering and Technology, 2012
seen at 09:30, 11 July in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) expenditure by the UK government includes expenditure by government departments, Research Councils and Higher Education Funding Councils (HEFCs). It also includes the indicative...
News story: Universities of Strathclyde and Surrey selected as the preferred partners of National Physical Laboratory (NPL)
seen at 09:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

David Willetts said:

Following a formal competitive process, I have decided that the Universities of Surrey and Strathclyde will become preferred partners and will now work with the Department for ...

News story: UK digital health demonstration centre opens in Zhejiang, China
seen at 09:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

The “Healthcare is GREAT” UK digital health demonstration centre opened at Ningbo Number 2 Hospital, Zhejiang Province in June.

It is a ground-breaking initiative as part of collaboration between the...

Press release: STUCK GIRL RESCUED AS TIDE RISES IN ABERAERON
seen at 09:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Milford Haven Coastguard was contacted just before 5pm on Thursday 10 July 2014 reporting that the youngster was stuck and the tide was coming in fast.

The Newquay Coastguard Rescue Team, the Newquay ...

United Kingdom National Accounts - Historic Gross Fixed Capital Formation Data - Chapter 9
seen at 02:32, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
The Blue Book is a key annual publication of National Accounts statistics and the essential data source for anyone concerned with macro economic policies and studies.
Quarterly National Accounts - Historic Household Final Consumption Expenditure Data
seen at 02:32, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
A detailed breakdown of the components of GDP as well as key sector accounts aggregates.
Output in the Construction Industry - May 2014
seen at 02:32, 11 July in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Construction output is a monthly estimate of the output of the construction industry in both the private and public sectors. The estimates are a key component of Gross Domestic Product.
Policy paper: Immigration Rules part 6A: the points-based system
seen at 02:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

This covers the 4 main routes of the points-based system:

Tier 1 high value migrants (exceptional talent, general, entrepreneur, investor, graduate entrepreneur) Tier...
Policy paper: Immigration Rules appendix A: attributes
seen at 02:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

This explains the points awarded for attributes for Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 4 and Tier 5 applications.

Form: Application extend your stay in the UK as a Tier 1 Entrepreneur
seen at 02:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated form.

Use this form if you are in the UK on a Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa and you want to extend your stay or you are in the UK under a different immigration category and you want to switch...

Guidance: Guidance on application for UK visa as Tier 1 (Entrepreneur)
seen at 02:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

This guidance will help you apply for a Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa or extend your stay in the UK.

Guidance: Guidance on applications under Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur)
seen at 02:31, 11 July in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance with effect from 11 July 2014.

Use this guidance if you are applying for a visa or to extend your stay in the UK under Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) and you want to understand...

News story: Smuggled iguanas returned home by Border Force
seen at 02:30, 11 July in News and communications (Our copy).

Twelve critically endangered iguanas seized from smugglers by Border Force officers at London’s Heathrow Airport have been returned home to their native Bahamas.

The reptiles were discovered in the baggage...