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28 August 2014

Press release: PM call with Prime Minister Renzi of Italy
seen at 22:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

A Number 10 spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister has spoken to Prime Minister Renzi of Italy ahead of this weekend’s European Council. They agreed that European leaders should agree on the appointments...

Speech: "The UK is deeply alarmed by the escalation of Russian military intervention in eastern Ukraine"
seen at 22:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

I thank Mr Feltman for his briefing this afternoon.

The United Kingdom is deeply alarmed by the escalation of Russian military intervention in eastern Ukraine over the past 72 hours.

Formed units...

Speech: "Thank you, once again, for your support throughout our Presidency"
seen at 22:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Let me start by thanking Council colleagues for your support during what has been another busy month. It has only been with your help that we have been able to get through that business efficiently and effectively...

Transparency data: DWP business plan transparency measures
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published updated data for the following indicators: Rates of people moving from key out of work benefits; Number of people on key out of work benefits; Proportion of young people not in full-time education...

Statutory guidance: SEND: managing changes to legislation from September 2014
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This is statutory guidance for:

local authorities organisations involved in statutory assessments of special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities providers of services for children and young people...
Transparency data: Performance markings – DWP equality information 2013 (data)
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This data shows the proportion of DWP employees awarded each performance marking against their status in relation to each of the following protected characteristics:

age disability ethnicity gender...
Corporate report: DWP equality information 2013
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated report to include new section on performance markings.

As a public authority, the Department for Work and Pensions is required to publish, at least annually, relevant, proportionate information...

Guidance: Alternative higher education providers: specific course designation - guidance for applicants
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated version of the guidance

In the June 2012 response to the Higher Education White Paper and technical consultation the government announced that it would strengthen the system...

Correspondence: Letter from Edward Timpson to Rotherham Borough Council
seen at 18:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

A letter from Children and Families Minister Edward Timpson to Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, seeking urgent reassurance about how it is responding to the issues identified in the report in respect of...

News story: Civil news: headline intentions for family mediation contracts
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

We published a headline intentions document on 27 August 2014 which sets out our interim approach for family services.

This follows the recommendations of the Family Mediation Taskforce. As a result ...

News story: Crime story: CPD training events for crime providers
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Public Defender Service (PDS) Advocacy Unit are running free training events for crime legal aid providers, all of which are Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accredited.

These will be held...

Press release: PM statement on Russia's actions in Ukraine
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Prime Minister said:

I’m extremely concerned by mounting evidence that Russian troops have made large-scale incursions into South Eastern Ukraine, completely disregarding the sovereignty of a neighbour...

News story: NATO: one week to go
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

In one week’s time, the world’s attention will focus on Wales. Heads of government from the 28 NATO member states and senior dignitaries from NATO’s 30 partner countries arrive at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport...

News story: Ebola: government response
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect ongoing developments, including advice against all but essential travel to Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea except for those involved in the direct response to Ebola outbreak.

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News story: Big export opportunities for UK companies in South Korea
seen at 18:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Korea, Scott Wightman, is visiting the UK in September to speak at business events during a 2 city tour. He will be accompanied by David Lee, Chief Executive Officer...

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Daily update of the unclaimed estates list

The Division publishes a list of unclaimed estates which have been recently referred, but not yet administered, and historic cases which have not yet ...

Guidance: MCA approved doctors: UK-based
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Doctors list updated (28 08 14)

This list is for seafarers who need to get an ENG1 medical fitness certificate, and to find a Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA)-approved doctor in the UK.

Notice: AB Produce, Measham, Leicestershire
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest news added.

This document explains the work being done to tackle odour issues at AB Produce - a potato processing plant in Measham, Leicestershire.

Transparency data: International operations transparency data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

settlement and non-settlement for out of country visa applications cases in ‘Work in Progress’ for refugee and humanitarian families settlement applications from non-...
Transparency data: Temporary and permanent migration data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

number of temporary and permanent in-country visa applications service standards for temporary migration service standards for sponsorship cost per decision for all...
Transparency data: Sponsorship transparency data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

number of temporary and permanent in-country visa applications service standards for temporary migration service standards for sponsorship cost per decision for all...
Transparency data: Asylum transparency data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

the appeal representation rate breakdown of adult asylum intake and 6 month decisions by gender breakdowns of cases concluded and removed asylum work in progress
Transparency data: Animals in Science Committee meeting, 23 June 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

These are the minutes of the Animals in Science Committee meeting held on 23 June 2014.

Transparency data: Customer service operations: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on the performance against service standards in relation to:

MP’s letters that have out of service outstanding replies to customer complaints replies to MP emails replies...
Transparency data: Immigration enforcement data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

the number of records in the migration refusal pool breakdown of those eligible for deportation family returns average cost per day to hold an individual in immigration...
Transparency data: Border and immigration cross cutting data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

the complex casework older live cases unit (OLCU) payroll and non-payroll staff unpaid civil servants incoming secondments unpaid
Transparency data: Historical interest transparency data: August 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This document contains data on:

the status breakdown of foreign national offenders progress of the outcomes of civil penalties issued to employers
Guidance: Chemical hazards and poisons report: issue 24
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This issue of the Chemical Hazards and Poisons Report focuses on our work within Europe and on the preparedness and response to international chemical incidents.

The mechanisms for identifying, reporting...

Guidance: Enrolment of 14- to 16-year-olds in full-time further education
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the list of institutions intending to deliver the programme in 2014 to 2015.

Institutions intending to deliver the programme in the 2014 to 2015 academic year Northern England Accrington...
Independent report: Evaluation report: COLALIFE operational report Zambia
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This endline survey report presents findings (‘after’/post intervention) of the ColaLife Operational Trial Zambia (COTZ). Data collection was undertaken in August 2013, a year after the baseline data collection...

Independent report: Evaluation of the Yemen Emergency Food Security Response
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Evaluation report: DFID funded Emergency Food Security Project in Taiz, Lahj and Hajjah Governorates of Yemen added

This report evaluates the appropriateness, relevance, efficiency, effectiveness...

Independent report: Evaluation of Results Based Aid in Rwandan Education: 2013 Evaluation Report
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID management response: Evaluation Report Title: Evaluation of Results Based Aid in Education 2013 added

Evaluation of Results Based Aid in Rwandan Education: 2013 Evaluation Report

Independent report: Humanitarian Assistance through Mobile Cash Transfer in Northern Afghanistan
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID management response on Humanitarian Assistance through Mobile Cash Transfer in Northern Afghanistan added

The purpose of this evaluation is to examine the use of cash transfers via mobile ...

Transparency data: DWP payments over £25,000 for 2014
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Published July 2014 data.

This series contains details of payments over &pound;25,000 that DWP has made in 2014. This is in line with Cabinet Office policy. Payments are defined as all:

...
Statistics - national statistics: Immigration statistics, April to June 2014 second edition
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children figures have been updated to reflect the inclusion of grants of leave in January to March period 2014.

Included is a short survey. Home Office statistics...

Notice: TA20 3DB, Mr Paul Bennett: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 28 August 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: EX16 7DU, Mr Adrian Turner: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:31, 28 August 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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Statutory guidance: Transition to the new 0 to 25 SEND system
seen at 16:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This statutory guidance explains:

how new legislation on children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) will work from September 2014 how local authorities and their partners should manage...
Notice: SO45 5TD, Mr Kevin Wrann: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:30, 28 August 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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Cannock scaffolder in court over worker’s fractured skull
seen at 16:30, 28 August in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A West Midlands scaffolder has received a four month prison sentence suspended for 12 months and ordered to pay compensation of &pound;2,500, after a construction worker suffered a fractured skull when a pulley...
HSE statement: Lecht Ski Centre incident
seen at 16:30, 28 August in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
On Tuesday 12 February 2013 the Snowy-Owl chairlift at the Lecht Ski Centre suffered a de-ropement which resulted in three adults and five children being injured.
Care home operator fined following resident death
seen at 16:30, 28 August in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).
A Hertfordshire care home operator has been fined after a resident with clinical dementia was suffocated by an unsecure wardrobe.
Words from Lt Col Rod Gray Paderborn Station Commander:
seen at 16:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

 As the Army Welfare Service (AWS) summer activities 14 come to end, as Paderborn Station Commander, I wish to personal thank Peter May, Steve Walker and all his staff for the biggest ...

Exercise Snowsummer BFG
seen at 16:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

ARMY SNOWBOARD ASSOCIATION (ASBA) INDOOR FREESTYLE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2014 - EXERCISE SNOW SUMMER 14

 

Ex SNOW SUMMER BFG 14 (SSBFG14) is an authorised fixture on the AWSA calendar...

News story: Civil/crime news: LAA publishes Headline Intentions for Family Mediation Services
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

In light of the recommendations of the Family Mediation Taskforce the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) is considering its long term tendering approach for family mediation services.

The LAA has published a headline...

News story: Civil/crime news: publication of Welsh language scheme consultation
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

We published a consultation on proposals for our Welsh language scheme on 22 August 2014 and responses are invited from members of the public and interested parties.

What is the Welsh language scheme? <...
News story: Foreign Office Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia travel advice update
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK advises against all but essential travel to Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia due to the ongoing Ebola outbreak and the impact this is having on commercial flights and medical facilities. British Airways...

News story: Crime story: CPD training events for crime providers
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Public Defender Service (PDS) Advocacy Unit are running training events for crime legal aid providers, all of which are Continuous Professional Development (CPD) accredited.

These will be held in...

Press release: A556 Knutsford to Bowdon highway improvement scheme given development consent
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The development consent is for the construction of a new section of highway and to make improvements to the existing A556 trunk road in Cheshire between M6 Junction 19, near Knutsford, and M56 Junction 7 near...

News story: Civil/crime news: using GOV.UK and fee calculators
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Our web content has transferred from the Justice website to GOV.UK and guidance is available to help you find the information you need.

The tips in the Using GOV.UK document on this page focus on:

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Press release: Overnight resurfacing work on M42 near Birmingham Airport
seen at 16:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The resurfacing work will be carried out on the northbound carriageway on the section between junctions 5 and 6 near Solihull, close to Birmingham Airport.

During the work, which will be carried out overnight...

Notice: CDE themed competition: additive manufacturing
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: If you're submitting to this competition, which closes today at 5pm, and need any assistance, please email us using as our office is umanned today and you won't be able to reach us by telephone.

Guidance: Custom Build Serviced Plots Loan Fund
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Expression of Interest Investment Proposal Template added

The &pound;150 million Custom Build Serviced Plots Loan Fund Prospectus has been published outlining the provision of short-term loans...

Statistics: Wessex (Dorset and south Wiltshire): groundwater situation
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Wessex groundwater situation updated

This document provides information on the groundwater situation for Wessex: Dorset and south Wiltshire.

Flooding from groundwater can happen when the...

Corporate report: New nuclear power stations: assessment of Hitachi-GE’s UK ABWR design
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency (EA) and the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) have developed an assessment process - ‘Generic Design Assessment’ (GDA) - which enables them to scrutinise new nuclear power station designs...

Notice: Tariff Notice 56 (2014): ring shaped textile cover of woven polyester fabric to be used
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

The attached document is classified by HM Revenue and Customs as a Tariff Notice and contains information about how to correctly classify certain goods for import and export purposes.

Guidance: Advisory fuel rates
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The advisory fuel rates have been updated from 1 September 2014.

These rates only apply to employees using a company car

HM Revenue and Customs review rates quarterly on 1 March, 1 June...

Statistics: NHS Health Check quarterly returns: August 2014
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

View the pre-access list for the NHS Health Check quarterly returns.

This update contains data from 152 local authorities for April to June 2014 (quarter 1 for 2014 to 2015).

For more ...

Decision: Culcheth High School
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Decision reference: STP613

Type of decision: statutory proposal - approved

School type: community

School phase: secondary

Local authority: Warrington

Admissions authority...

Transparency data: NHS foundation trust directory and register of licence holders
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Rating for Basildon and Thurrock University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust updated from 'Red' to 'Green'.

View the attachments for the NHS FT directory and licence register.

Guidance: Sri Lanka: country information and guidance
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New guidance on tamil separatism, August 2014.

Country information and guidance reports are used by UK Visas and Immigrations officials to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications...

Notice: Quota Regarding Cheeses For Export To Designated Importers In The United States Of America (USA)
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This notice also gives information on the quantaties available.

Form: Rabies post exposure risk assessment form and calendar
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Rabies post exposure risk assessment form and calendar'.

Return completed risk assessment form to the vaccine clerk, Virus Reference Department (VRD) by email at vrdrabies@phe.gov.uk...

Guidance: Rabies vaccine and immunoglobulin: administering Ig SRCN 0022
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Rabies vaccine: advisory letter for administering Ig SRCN 0022'.

The letter from Public Health England’s Virus Reference Department recommends that patients receive a course of post-exposure...

Guidance: Family mediation tender 2015
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

This information supports the tender process for

new organisations wanting to deliver family mediation from February 2015 current providers seeking to undertake work at extra outreach locations Latest...
Notice: Anti-Dumping Duty measure AD1992
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Anti-Dumping Duty is an import duty charged in addition to normal customs duty and is applied across the whole European Community. It is designed to allow the EC to take action against goods that are sold at ...

Notice: Anti-Dumping Duty measure AD1993
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Anti-Dumping Duty is an import duty charged in addition to normal customs duty and is applied across the whole European Community. It is designed to allow the EC to take action against goods that are sold at ...

Notice: HU12 0LA, WM Grant (Paull) Limited: Environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 14:32, 28 August 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. The arrangements are explained in their...

Guidance: Risk protection arrangement (RPA) for academy trusts: membership rules
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with new version of the RPA membership rules

The RPA membership rules set out the full scope of the risk protection arrangement. Members of the RPA are expected to have full knowledge of...

Transparency data: Universal infant free school meals (UIFSM): provisional funding allocations 2014 to 2015
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include provisional allocations for new schools opening in September 2014.

The universal infant free school meals (UIFSM) grant enables schools to provide free school meals to all pupils...

Policy paper: Immigration Bill: part 3 - landlord immigration checks and access to services
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: added section on landlord immigration checks

Part 3, and Schedule 3, covers new powers to regulate migrants’ access to services.

Landlord immigration checks

The Immigration Act 2014 means...

Notice: Hydrosense Renewables Limited: application made to abstract (take) water
seen at 14:32, 28 August 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...
Correspondence: IP Insight: August 2014
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

IP Insight, is a free e-newsletter brought to you by the Business Outreach and Education team. This month articles are franchising, a case study, IP on your website, and a triumph in history.

Subscriptions...
Guidance: Girl Summit 2014: Spotlight session outlines
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

These are the outlines of the 14 Spotlights on Progress sessions that took place at the Girl Summit 2014 in London on 22nd July.

The Spotlights on Progress aimed to spark conversations and share best...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Benjamin Simon Hutchins
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

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

Teacher reference number: 98/48636 Teacher’s ...
Guidance: Girl Summit 2014: Spotlight session summaries
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

These are the summaries of the 14 Spotlights on Progress sessions that took place at the Girl Summit 2014 in London on 22nd July.

The Spotlights on Progress aimed to spark conversations and share best...

Research and analysis: Economic focus - August 2014
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).
Momentary Weakness or a Trend? Falling June industrial production and retail sales in part due to the World Cup. Underlying economic trend is difficult to discern. Some fresh signs of increased consumer confidence...
Research and analysis: Trade deficit details - August 2014
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

In July, for the 25th consecutive month, Japanese imports exceeded exports. This was driven largely by energy imports following the nuclear shutdown. However as exports have increased the overall trade deficit...

Correspondence: Border Force bulletin: issue 18, August 2014
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Latest edition of Border Force bulletin includes operational updates, a news round-up and details of border technology and transformation, detections and seizures and partnership working.

Guidance: UK non-humanitarian aid in response to the Syrian conflict
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

The UK government is working closely with a range of actors, including the Syrian National Coalition, NGOs, civil society, journalists and human rights activists, to support the Syrian people in their efforts...

Research and analysis: Reservoir safety post-incident annual report 2013
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency has produced an annual report on reservoir incidents in the UK since 2007.

Owners and operators of large raised reservoirs in England are now legally required to report incidents...

Statistics: Mortality: weekly all-cause mortality surveillance
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest report added.

Public Health England’s (PHE’s) weekly all-cause mortality surveillance helps to detect and report significant weekly excess mortality (deaths) above normal seasonal levels...

Research and analysis: Weekly national flu reports
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest report added.

These reports summarise UK surveillance of influenza and other seasonal respiratory illnesses in from October 2013 to summer 2014.

Reports from spring 2013 and earlier...

Statistics: The Child Trust Fund: quarterly statistics
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include information for August 2014.

The information in the tables is derived from the number of Child Trust Fund (CTF) vouchers issued and the number of accounts opened by parents as...

Research and analysis: GP in hours bulletin
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest bulletin added.

Monitoring the number of visits to GPs during regular surgery hours for important clinical indicators. This system reports daily and covers over 55% of England’s population...

Research and analysis: GP out-of-hours syndromic surveillance bulletin
seen at 14:32, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest bulletin added.

Monitors the number of unscheduled visits and calls to GPs every day during evenings, overnight, on weekends and on public holidays. This system complements the existing ...

Research and analysis: Emergency department bulletin
seen at 14:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest bulletin added.

The Emergency Department Syndromic Surveillance System (EDSSS) monitors the patient attendances each day and what symptoms patients have, in a network of emergency departments...

Research and analysis: Remote health advice bulletin
seen at 14:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest bulletin added.

Monitoring patterns in phone calls to the NHS’s 111 service each day across England, to track the spread of infectious diseases like flu and norovirus.These data provide ...

Research and analysis: Syndromic surveillance summary
seen at 14:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest summary added.

Public Health England collects and analyses health-related syndromic surveillance data and important public health mesages, and publishes weekly summaries.

These ...

BIS is seeking to appoint two new members to the HEFCE Board
seen at 14:31, 28 August in HEFCE news (Our copy).
The Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) wishes to appoint two new members to the HEFCE Board.
Higher education initial participation rate – OFFA comment
seen at 14:31, 28 August in OFFA (Our copy).

Commenting on the publication of the higher education initial participation rate for 2012-13 by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, Professor Les Ebdon, Director of Fair Access to Higher...

Wrestler Banned Following Anti-Doping Rule Violation
seen at 14:31, 28 August in News (Our copy).
Wrestler Vahid Hosseinpoor has been suspended from all sport for two years following an anti-doping rule violation
Words from Lt Col Rod Gray Paderborn Station Commander:
seen at 14:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

 As the Army Welfare Service (AWS) summer activities 14 come to end, as Paderborn Station Commander, I wish to personal thank Peter May, Steve Walker and all his staff for the biggest and best...

Introduction of 3 Year BFG Registrations
seen at 14:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

As part of the VLO’s ongoing mandate to make the BFG Registration process more customer friendly, as well as evolving the system into something akin to the more familiar UK process (where the onus is...

Transitional Arrangements For Use Of Abwicklungsschein
seen at 14:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

The form used to by members of BFG claim tax relief on goods and services purchased in Germany is known as the Abwicklungsschein. In July of this year a new version of the form was introduced by the German...

Barker Library New Opening Times
seen at 14:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

As of 1st September Barker Library will be open the following hours:

Mon 08:30-13:30 Tue 08:30-13:30 Wed 08:30-13:30 Thur 08:30-13:30 Fri CLOSED

 

Read...

BFBS PRESS - DAMN THE TORPEDOES SERIES
seen at 14:30, 28 August in GEO - GEO (Our copy).
'Damn The Torpedoes !' a military-themed comedy sketch show  There was a pilot earlier this year and now a new series has been commissioned, which starts tomorrow on BFBS Radio. It'...
Press release: Ummah Welfare Foundation under investigation
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Please note: This press release concerns the Ummah Welfare Foundation (registered charity number 1150190). It is NOT related to the Amanat Charity Trust (registered charity number 1000851), which operates under...

Press release: Boost for Burma with new UK funding
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK remains committed to supporting Burma to reach its potential as a peaceful and prosperous country that respects the human rights of its entire people, International Development Minister Desmond Swayne ...

Press release: Environment Agency stages open morning on Somerset Levels
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Agency has dredged a 4 kilometre length of river (8 km of total river bank length) on the Parrett and Tone and removed 80,000 tonnes of silt and remain on target to finish the work by the end of October this...

News story: HMS Illustrious takes final bow
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Having sailed over 900,000 miles on operations across the globe, including helping with the aftermath of the first Gulf War, HMS Illustrious has been decommissioned at a ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Base.

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News story: Points of Light: August 2014 winners
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added recipient 96: Lynn Brimmell

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

77. Brian Borland (South Ayrshire...
News story: Guildford to host Armed Forces Day 2015
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Armed Forces Day is an opportunity for the nation to show its support for the men and women serving in the armed forces.

This year, the flagship event in Stirling gave the public the chance to celebrate...

Press release: Primary test results: standards rising in all subjects
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

School Reform Minister Nick Gibb today congratulated pupils and teachers after improved results in tests taken by 11-year-olds in reading, writing and maths.

The figures show that for this year’s key ...

Press release: Safer journeys from A590 overnight repairs
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Highways Agency is spending &pound;115,000 to renew road markings and install new road studs along three sections of the route over the next few weeks.

All the work will be delivered overnight...

News story: One hundred experts join government to lead digital transformation
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The 100 experts have been recruited to fill a variety of technical roles and strengthen digital leadership in government departments. Roles range from departmental chief digital officers and chief technology ...

News story: New figures show net migration has fallen by a quarter since 2005
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The figures show that net migration has fallen by a quarter since 2005 peak from 320,000 to 243,000. While non-EU migration is at its lowest levels since the 1990s which demonstrates that government reforms to...

News story: Civil news: civil legal aid forms updated
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated versions of various civil legal aid forms are available online for use from 4 August.

Changes are being made to reflect reforms introduced as part of the legal aid transformation programme as...

News story: Dr Murrison visits HMS Caroline
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

As a former Royal Naval Officer as well as the Prime Minister’s Special Representative for the Centenary Commemoration of the First World War, Dr Murrison had a particular interest in the planned project for ...

Press release: Work begins on A303 Ilchester Interchange Overbridge
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The work, which also includes resurfacing, will take six weeks to complete and will require the bridge to be fully closed to traffic.

Highways Agency Project Manager Mark Arberry, said:

The...

News story: Civil news: updated forms must be used from 1 September 2014
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

A number of updated civil legal aid forms which were made available for use online from 4 August will be mandatory from 1 September 2014.

The forms needed to be changed to reflect reforms introduced as...

News story: LAA publishes Headline Intentions for Family Mediation Services
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

In light of the recommendations of the Family Mediation Taskforce the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) is considering its long term tendering approach for family mediation services.

The LAA has published a headline...

News story: Crime news: forensic science lab charges for crime work
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

We published guidance in August 2014 on the funding of forensic science laboratory charges for crime work.

This sets out that appropriate charges levied upon the defence by prosecution forensic science...

Press release: First new further education college for 20 years opens in Essex
seen at 14:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Prospects College of Advanced Technology (PROCAT) in Basildon has become the first new further education college to open its doors for more than 20 years.

The college, based in the South Essex Thames...

Nourish kicks off season of high calibre outdoor arts and festivals in the South West
seen at 11:30, 28 August in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Nourish kicks off season of high calibre outdoor arts and festivals in the South West
Brighton Digital Festival to celebrate digital culture this September
seen at 11:30, 28 August in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Brighton Digital Festival to celebrate digital culture this September
HTA responds to consultation on data sharing
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority has responded to the Better Regulation Delivery Office's (Department of Business, Innovation and Skills) consultation into data sharing for non-economic regulators
HTA annual review 2013/14 launched
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority launched its annual review publication 'Regulating for the public good' yesterday.
Review of the HTA codes of practice
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority (HTA) is reviewing its code of practice. We are seeking you views.
Input into the HTA's strategic plan
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
We would like to hear your thoughts about future developments in your area that might impact on the HTA's work
Update on the implementation of the new European Union Directive
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The new European Union Directive 2012/25/EU came into effect on Monday 14 July, following transposition into UK law via The Quality and Safety of Organs Intended for Transplantation (Amendment) Regulations ...
New Welsh member for the Human Tissue Authority
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
Welsh Health Minister Mark Drakeford has appointed William Horne to the Human Tissue Authority.
HTA's August newsletter has been published
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The August edition of the Human Tissue Authority's e-newsletter has been published.
Human Tissue Authority's role in living organ donation
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority assesses all proposed transplants from living organ donors
One year on: HTA addresses all McCracken recommendations
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
The Human Tissue Authority has addressed all seven of the recommendations that it was set by Justin McCracken
'Amazing people who do good things' HTA Board Member blog
seen at 11:30, 28 August in Human Tissue Authority (Our copy).
Pamela Goldberg blogs about her time serving as a Member on the the Human Tissue Authority Board
FCA updates retirement income market study
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today published an update setting out its current and on-going work on the retirement income market. As part of this update, a revised Terms of Reference for its market...

TPAS appoints three new Board members
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).
New Chair for Pensions Advisory Service appointed
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

David Harker CBE has been appointed as Chair of The Pensions Advisory Service, the DWP announced today (27 June 2014).

He will take up his post from 14 July 2014, for a 4-year term.

The Pensions...

TPAS publishes its Annual report and Accounts for 2013/14
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

TPAS is pleased to share its Annual report and Accounts for 2013/14. The report provides information on what we have done, our service delivery, financial performance and governance. The service is pleased...

FCA announces consultation paper on Retirement reforms and the Guidance Guarantee
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

Today the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) released its consultation to retirement reforms and Guidance Guarantee.  Here at TPAS, we welcome the commitment to a deliver a high quality service to the public...

Treasury announces new role for The Pensions Advisory Service and Money Advice in the delivery of the Guidance Guarantee
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

On todays announcement by the Treasury, Michelle Cracknell, Chief Executive of the Pensions Advisory Service, said:

 

"The Pensions Advisory Service welcomes the announcement today by The...

Pensions Regulator launches new anti pension scam campaign
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

Working with organisations across the financial industry and government, The Pensions Regulator yesterday launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the danger of pension scams. 

Victims of ...

Individual Protection 2014
seen at 11:30, 28 August in TPAS News (Our copy).

From today, 18 August,  applications can be made for Individual Protection 2014.  This protection will apply from 6 April 2014 but this was not available until the Finance Bill received Royal Assent...

News story: Iraq: UK government response
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: New DFID press release added

The situation in Northern Iraq remains deeply worrying and we condemn the barbaric attacks waged by ISIL (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) terrorists across the...

News story: Energy trends and prices statistical release: 28 August 2014
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Highlights for the 3 month period April 2014 to June 2014, compared to the same period a year earlier include:

Primary energy consumption in the UK fell by 7.9%, on a temperature adjusted basis it fell...
Press release: Reception to showcase Wales ahead of NATO Summit
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 200 guests including representatives from Welsh businesses, the creative industries as well as foreign media are due to attend the reception this evening (28 August) at the Foreign and Commonwealth ...

News story: Seychelles commit to sharing tax information
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The Seychelles has committed to automatically exchanging tax information, becoming the latest country to join the initiative launched by the G5 countries of the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain.

The...

Press release: Weekend local road closures as part of advance work on A5-M1 Link Dunstable Northern Bypass in Bedfordshire
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The closures will allow UK Power Networks (UKPN) to continue their work to re-route the overhead high-powered electricity cables. During the work, Houghton Road in Dunstable will be closed from its junction with...

News story: Final chance to join trial to boost freight capacity
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

More freight operators will be given the chance to join trial to allow them to use longer vehicles to transport goods on UK roads, providing a boost to trade and industry, Transport Minister Claire Perry...

Press release: Elitist Britain? report published
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The report, which is published today from the Social Mobility and Child Poverty Commission (SMCPC), examines who is in charge of our country. The report’s research highlights a dramatic over-representation...

Press release: Koi herpesvirus disease outbreak confirmed in Cambridgeshire
seen at 11:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

An outbreak of KHV disease has been confirmed at Haddon Lake, Great North Road, Haddon, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3UQ.

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

National Insurance Numbers allocated to Adult Overseas Nationals - Registrations to June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Statistics on non-UK nationals registering for a National Insurance number for the purposes of work, benefits or tax credits. Release includes an update to Official Statistics on Nationality at point of National...
Patients in Mental Health Hospitals and Units - 31 March 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents summary results from the census of patients in NHS mental health.
Parents' country of birth, England and Wales - 2013
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual statistics on live births. Includes countries of birth for non-UK born mothers and fathers
Migration Statistics Quarterly Report - August 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Collated migration data from the Office for National Statistics, Department for Work and Pensions and the Home Office, quarterly bulletin.
Population by Country of Birth and Nationality - 2013
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual estimates of the UK Population by Country of Birth and Nationality. Annual Tables and Bulletin.
Long-term International Migration Estimates for Northern Ireland - 2012-13
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summary report of sources which can be used to estimate long-term international migration in Northern Ireland.
Deaths Registered with Clostridium Difficile (Northern Ireland) - 2013
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Number of deaths registered in Northern Ireland where Clostridium Difficile was mentioned on the death certificate.
Deaths Registered with MRSA mentioned on the death certificate (Northern Ireland) - 2013
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Number of deaths registered in Northern Ireland where MRSA was mentioned on the death certificate.
Immigration Statistics - April - June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Quarterly and annual statistics relating to those: coming to the UK; extending their stay (temporarily or permanently); gaining citizenship; applying for asylum; and being detained or removed, as well as immigration...
Data on written complaints in the NHS - 2013-14
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual survey on patients' written complaints about the services or treatment they got from the NHS.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Inpatient Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Diagnostic Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Outpatient Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Stocks of cereals held on farms, England and Wales - June 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents data on the quantities of cereals held in stores in England and Wales.
Farm Household Income and Household Composition, England - 2012/13
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Information on farm household income and farm household composition.
Poultry and Poultry Meat Statistics Notice - Data to July 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides data on the activity of UK hatcheries and poultry slaughterhouses and other related poultry statistics.
Milk Prices And Composition Of Milk - July 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides statistics on the average farm gate milk prices and the average butterfat and protein content of milk produced in the UK.
Monthly Energy Statistics - August 2014 - June 2014 data
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides statistics on energy prices and monthly production and consumption of coal, electricity, gas, oil and total energy for the UK.
National Curriculum Assessments at Key Stage 2 in England - -2013 to 2014 (provisonal)
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides provisional information on the achievements of eligible pupils (typically 11 year olds) in the National Curriculum assessments at Key Stage 2 and 3 (KS2 and KS3). At KS2, assessments are based on tests ...
Participation Rates in Higher Education: Academic Years - Academic years 2006/2007 - 2012/2013
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This release contains figures for all students, for male and female students and for full-time and part-time students.
June Agricultural and Horticultural Survey - Preliminary Results, NI - 2014
seen at 09:32, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Preliminary results of the Northern Ireland June Agricultural and Horticultural survey.
Transparency data: DfT: spending over £500 on a GPC for May 2014
seen at 09:31, 28 August in Search (Our copy).

DfT published details of all spending over &pound;500 using a GPC (departmental debit card) on a monthly basis.

Further information

This data is also available from data.gov.uk.

The National Fork Lift Safety Conference 2014 – Coventry, 24 September 2014
seen at 09:31, 28 August in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Featuring: a keynote address from Philip White, Director of HSE’s Cross-Cutting Interventions Directorate, presentations from fork lift truck companies and ending with a Q & A session with FLTA’...

Births in England and Wales by Parents’ Country of Birth, 2013
seen at 09:30, 28 August in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Annual statistics on live births. Includes countries of birth for non-UK born mothers and fathers.
Migration Statistics Quarterly Report, August 2014
seen at 09:30, 28 August in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Provisional long-term International migration data. A coordinated release between the ONS, Home Office and DWP.
News story: Vietnam: Apply for your UK visa early
seen at 09:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

UK Visas and Immigration’s (UKVI) hub in Bangkok is currently receiving a very high volume of visa applications. We encourage anyone who requires a UK visa to apply as soon as possible - you can apply up to 3...

National Insurance Numbers allocated to Adult Overseas Nationals - Registrations to June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Statistics on non-UK nationals registering for a National Insurance number for the purposes of work, benefits or tax credits. Release includes an update to Official Statistics on Nationality at point of National...
Patients in Mental Health Hospitals and Units - 31 March 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents summary results from the census of patients in NHS mental health.
Parents' country of birth, England and Wales - 2013
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual statistics on live births. Includes countries of birth for non-UK born mothers and fathers
Migration Statistics Quarterly Report - August 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Collated migration data from the Office for National Statistics, Department for Work and Pensions and the Home Office, quarterly bulletin.
Population by Country of Birth and Nationality - 2013
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual estimates of the UK Population by Country of Birth and Nationality. Annual Tables and Bulletin.
Long-term International Migration Estimates for Northern Ireland - 2012-13
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Summary report of sources which can be used to estimate long-term international migration in Northern Ireland.
Deaths Registered with Clostridium Difficile (Northern Ireland) - 2013
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Number of deaths registered in Northern Ireland where Clostridium Difficile was mentioned on the death certificate.
Deaths Registered with MRSA mentioned on the death certificate (Northern Ireland) - 2013
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Number of deaths registered in Northern Ireland where MRSA was mentioned on the death certificate.
Immigration Statistics - April - June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Quarterly and annual statistics relating to those: coming to the UK; extending their stay (temporarily or permanently); gaining citizenship; applying for asylum; and being detained or removed, as well as immigration...
Data on written complaints in the NHS - 2013-14
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Annual survey on patients' written complaints about the services or treatment they got from the NHS.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Inpatient Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Diagnostic Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Northern Ireland Waiting Lists - Outpatient Waiting Times QE June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This quarterly statistical release gives details of the number of people waiting for either a first outpatient assessment, a selected diagnostic service or inpatient treatment at hospitals in Northern Ireland.
Stocks of cereals held on farms, England and Wales - June 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Presents data on the quantities of cereals held in stores in England and Wales.
Farm Household Income and Household Composition, England - 2012/13
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Information on farm household income and farm household composition.
Poultry and Poultry Meat Statistics Notice - Data to July 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides data on the activity of UK hatcheries and poultry slaughterhouses and other related poultry statistics.
Milk Prices And Composition Of Milk - July 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides statistics on the average farm gate milk prices and the average butterfat and protein content of milk produced in the UK.
Monthly Energy Statistics - August 2014 - June 2014 data
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides statistics on energy prices and monthly production and consumption of coal, electricity, gas, oil and total energy for the UK.
Destinations of Leavers from UK Higher Education Institutions: Northern Ireland Analysis - 2012/13
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
These statistical bulletins provide details of the destinations of leavers from Higher Education who obtained qualifications in Northern Ireland (NI) Higher Educations institutions and NI domiciled leavers obtaining...
National Curriculum Assessments at Key Stage 2 in England - -2013 to 2014 (provisonal)
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Provides provisional information on the achievements of eligible pupils (typically 11 year olds) in the National Curriculum assessments at Key Stage 2 and 3 (KS2 and KS3). At KS2, assessments are based on tests ...
Participation Rates in Higher Education: Academic Years - Academic years 2006/2007 - 2012/2013
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
This release contains figures for all students, for male and female students and for full-time and part-time students.
June Agricultural and Horticultural Survey - Preliminary Results, NI - 2014
seen at 02:31, 28 August in Latest UK National Statistics releases (Our copy).
Preliminary results of the Northern Ireland June Agricultural and Horticultural survey.
Press release: Thousands more patients to benefit from additional £160 million for cancer drugs
seen at 02:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

The fund has helped more than 55,000 cancer patients since it was set up four years ago to provide pioneering drugs to those who need them most. It will now be increased from &pound;200m a year to &pound...

Press release: Wales Office Minister visits Portmeirion and Plas Newydd
seen at 02:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

Wales Office Minister Baroness Randerson will today (28 August) visit Portmeirion, the beautifully-crafted Italianate village and hotel in Porthmadog.

The village attracts visitors from across the globe...

Speech: Ambassadors for evidence
seen at 02:30, 28 August in News and communications (Our copy).

This article first appeared in The Guardian ahead of a global conference on science advice to governments.

Ebola infections, wars in the Middle East, an erupting volcano in Iceland - ...