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17 November 2014

Research and analysis: Health Protection Report volume 8 (2014)
seen at 20:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 8(43) PDF uploaded

Health Protection Report (HPR) is a weekly bulletin containing a digest of health protection news and regular reporting from Public Health England on infections (routine ...

HRH visits The Prince of Wales School in Dorchester
seen at 20:30, 17 November in (Our copy).
HRH visits The Prince of Wales school
Desert Rats to change role
seen at 20:30, 17 November in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

As part of the Army 2020 changes, the famous 7th Armoured Brigade, known as ‘The Desert Rats’, are to re-designate as 7th Infantry Brigade. Although the Brigade will be changing from ...

Correspondence: How to use surplus NHS land
seen at 18:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Dr Dan Poulter, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Health, has written to all NHS trusts reminding them to talk to local planning authorities and communities when making decisions about what to do with...

Guidance: Eritrea: country information and guidance
seen at 18:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New Eritrea OGN – February 2014 (re-issue November 2014).

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

Guidance: Points-based system: Tier 1 (Entrepreneur)
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

UK Visas and Immigration modernised guidance for how it considers applications in the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) category of the points-based system (PBS).

Guidance: Points-based system: Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent)
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

UK Visas and Immigration modernised guidance for how it considers applications in the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) category of the points-based system (PBS).

Guidance: Points based system: Tier 1 (Investor)
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance.

UK Visas and Immigration modernised guidance for how it considers applications on the Tier 1 (Investor) category of the points-based system.

Form: Application for endorsement for Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated application to competent body: arts form.

Use these forms if you want to apply for a visa under Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent). You can use them if you are:

outside the UK and applying...
Guidance: DH non-executive appointments
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include an appointment to Healthwatch England.

Details about appointments made to the Department’s public bodies and expert committees.

For further information on non-executive...

Guidance: MERS-CoV: public health investigation and management of possible cases
seen at 18:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated algorithm.

The incubation period for Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) is currently considered to be up to 14 days. Any respiratory illness occurring in the 14 days...

NERC announces first highlight topics
seen at 18:30, 17 November in NERC news (Our copy).
NERC has revealed the first tranche of highlight topics that will tackle some of the biggest environmental challenges facing us today.
Press release: Secretary of State for Wales: Putting business at heart of long-term economic plan
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Ahead of this week’s UK Investment Summit, Stephen Crabb will address an audience of business leaders from a range of sectors including manufacturing, engineering and aerospace at a CBI dinner in London this ...

Press release: Press briefing: morning 17 November 2014
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Liaison Committee

When asked about the forthcoming appearance of the Prime Minister before the House of Commons Liaison Committee, the Prime Minister’s Official Spokesperson (PMOS) said the Committee was principally...

Press release: Government targets £1 billion business legacy from World Expo
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
new ‘Grown in Britain Global Business Programme’ launched to promote innovation and boost economy Mosimann’s to be official caterer for the UK at the World Expo

A new campaign has been launched to help deliver...

News story: Call for feedback on defence and security statistics 2013
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

UK Trade and Industry Defence and Security Organisation (UKTI DSO) published the Defence and Security Statistics for 2013 on 8 July 2014.

This is the first time they have been designated as ‘Official...

News story: Crime news: change to CRM14 eForms declaration
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

We’ve changed the legal representative’s declaration on recording client information following provider feedback to help more of you use the CRM14 eForm – this takes effect immediately.

Providers who...

News story: Transport Secretary visits West Yorkshire transport projects
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin visited West Yorkshire today (17 November 2014) to see transport improvements that will benefit thousands of local residents in Leeds and Bradford.

He saw the building...

News story: Avian influenza outbreak in Yorkshire: risk to public health extremely low
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Public Health England (PHE) is assisting the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) in the investigation of an avian flu outbreak at a duck breeding farm in Yorkshire.

The risk to...

Press release: Youth Justice Convention 2014
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

This year’s event – the biggest yet - will be co-chaired by Bob Reitermeier, Board Member of the Youth Justice Board for England and Wales (YJB) and 15 year old Jeremiah Emmanuel, founder of One Big Community...

News story: Points of Light: November 2014 winners
seen at 18:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added recipient 156: Douglas Silas.

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

146. Michael Anderson...
Liaison Committee
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

When asked about the forthcoming appearance of the Prime Minister before the House of Commons Liaison Committee, the Prime Minister?s Official Spokesperson (PMOS) said the Committee was principally expected to...

Flooding
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

When asked about the UK?s preparedness for winter flood risks, the PMOS said the government was taking the right approach, noting the conclusion of dredging in the rivers Parrett and Tone, and the fact that repairs...

Ebola
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Downing Street Says (Our copy).

When asked about ongoing international efforts to tackle Ebola, the PMOS said the international community ? most recently at the G20 ? had come together to take action, including additional funding ...

Notice: River Arun to Pagham Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy – Climping frontage
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency invites the public and consultees to express their opinion on the relevant documents by 12 January 2015, which is an 8 week period from the publication of this notice on 17 November 2014...

Statistics - national statistics: Mortgage and landlord possession statistics: July to September 2014
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Local Authority CSV files were revised at 14:45 on 17 November 2014, due to missing cases in the original CSVs.

The bulletin presents the latest statistics on the numbers of mortgage and landlord...

Promotional material: Modern slavery: resources for industry
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Modern slavery posters for business sectors added.

Reporting suspicions of modern slavery

If you suspect modern slavery, you can report it in a number of ways. Use the modern slavery website...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3000 series: air traffic management regulations (ATM)
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Table of Contents: 3000 (ATM) regulatory articles
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Foreward: 3000 series (ATM) regulatory articles
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3001: military air traffic control (ATC) policy
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3003: responsibilities of air traffic control (ATC) personnel
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3004: division of airspace and rules of the air
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3005: altimetry
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3006: notification and conduct of flights
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3007: unusual aerial activities (UAA)
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3008: methods of identification
seen at 16:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Guidance: Supervised Jobsearch Pilots: DWP Provider Guidance
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised version includes guidance on new forms P, Q, R, S and T.

The Supervised Jobsearch Pilots test the impact of a prolonged period of supervised jobsearch activity on claimants. The aim is ...

Policy paper: Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill: factsheets
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill: Regulatory Reform fact sheets (BIS/14/1183) has been updated.

These factsheets explain the main purpose and benefits of the new legislation. They...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

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

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

Guidance: Tregantle firing times
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times for the period 8 to 21 December 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

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

Guidance: Medical emergency response codes
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

UK Visas and Immigration detention service order explaining procedures for medical emergency response codes.

This document contains information on:

the code system detainee symptoms mandatory...
FOI release: UK farms and trading activity
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Farms FOI: summarised data of counts of holdings by postcode area and farm type.

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3009: radar handover procedures
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3010: traffic information (TI) and traffic coordination
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3011: types of service and separation standards
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Guidance: Community Work Placement provider live running memos
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

These live running memos provide updates to the Community Work Placement provider guidance.

Regulation: Regulatory Article (RA) 3012: general operating procedures
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity...

Guidance: MCA approved doctors: UK-based
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: AD list updated 17 11 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.

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Jonathan Layfield
seen at 16:34, 17 November 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: 1164612 Teacher’s date...
Guidance: Military low flying: RAF operational low flying training timetable
seen at 16:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added low flying training timetable for 17 to 21 November 2014.

A list of timetables for operational low flying (OLF) training by RAF fast jets and Hercules aircraft. These timetables cover 3 tactical...

Guidance: Nutrient Management Plan: River Wye
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Action plan document added.

Working with Natural England and other partners, the Environment Agency has developed a Nutrient Management Plan (NMP) for the River Wye Special Area of Conservation...

Research and analysis: APHA chemical food safety reports (livestock)
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: July to September 2014 report published.

These reports are published by the Animal and Plant Health Agency on behalf of the Food Standards Agency.

They outline investigations on farms when...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new firing times commencing 17 November 2014 in CSV and PDF formats.

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

Guidance: Your new State Pension explained
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The new State Pension will replace the current State Pension for people who reach State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016.

The changes are designed to simplify the current State Pension...

Corporate report: Performance Indicators
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated School Games, Broadband, and Think, Act, Report indicators

Input Indicators

Input indicators show what is being ‘bought’ with public money, i.e. the resources being invested into delivering...

Guidance: UK Offshore Wind: Opportunities for trade and investment
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HTML version of Offshore wind pitch book added.

This guide provides an overview of the UK offshore wind market and highlights trade and investment opportunities across the sector. It includes information...

Guidance: Bereavement guide for Austria
seen at 16:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

This information is provided by the British government for the convenience of enquirers. Neither the FCO nor any Consular section official at the British Embassy in Vienna is responsible for the accuracy of the...

The Prince of Wales visits the RSC
seen at 16:30, 17 November in (Our copy).
HRH visits the Royal Shakespeare Company
Scottish Manual Handling Passport Scheme
seen at 16:30, 17 November in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

The new Scottish Manual Handling Passport Scheme for Scottish Local Authorities and Health Boards was published in August 2014. It sets out a minimum standard, which can assist health and safety inspectors in...

RR1023 – Reliable corrosion inhibition in the oil and gas industry
seen at 16:30, 17 November in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

The objective of the work was to undertake a literature review on the subject of corrosion inhibition in the offshore oil and gas industry to understand the current issues. The report covers the main factors ...

RR1027 – Ventilation of vehicles used for carriage of acetylene
seen at 16:30, 17 November in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Following a fatality caused by an acetylene gas explosion involving a van carrying oxy-acetylene welding equipment, HSE commissioned research to investigate foreseeable gas leak rates, vehicle ventilation rates...

CESSAC 'Bluebell' Cafe Opening & Station Commander's Drop In
seen at 16:30, 17 November in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

The official opening of the CESSAC 'Bluebell' Cafe, in Arndt Strasse Community Centre, took place Fri 14 Nov at 1000 hrs. The Station Commander's monthly Drop In was held alongside this...

News story: Government to stop charities losing out on Gift Aid
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

According to National Audit Office (NAO) estimates there are donations of around £2.3 billion where Gift Aid is not used. Though not all of these donations will be eligible for Gift Aid, the government...

Speech: Secretary of State for Wales sets out long-term vision on devolution
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Check against delivery:

Good morning. Thank you for your kind welcome.

I would like to start by thanking our hosts Acuity Law and the Institute of Welsh Affairs for inviting me to speak. The ...

News story: UK Space Agency to invest up to £32 million in global space industry partnerships
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Grants will be awarded to British companies to work with international partners developing satellite technology to tackle issues like flooding, deforestation and humanitarian crises in emerging economies. These...

Press release: Construction permit variations for proposed Hinkley Point C power station
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

This permit had been originally issued in February 2012.

The Environment Agency received the application for an environmental permit variation from NNB Generation Company Limited, a subsidiary of EDF...

News story: Economic round-up for Wales: 10–14 November 2014
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Latest data shows unemployment has fallen by more than 20,000 over the past year, although it remains unchanged over the last quarter. Since May 2010, 38,000 more people are in work while the number of unemployed...

Press release: Prison Chaplaincy marks start of Prisons’ Week at Worcester Cathedral
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Prisons’ Week is an annual event organised by the Christian community to encourage prayer for prisoners, their families, victims and those who care for them.

The special service will take place in the...

Press release: Secretary of State for Wales: Puts business at heart of long-term economic plan
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Ahead of this week’s UK Investment Summit, Stephen Crabb will address an audience of business leaders from a range of sectors including manufacturing, engineering and aerospace at a CBI dinner in London this ...

News story: NHS volunteers prepare to head to Sierra Leone to join Ebola response team
seen at 16:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The final stage of UK training for the NHS staff – which includes doctors, nurses and paramedics – is taking place over the next few days at the Ministry of Defence’s Army Medical Services Training Centre near...

Research and analysis: Bluetongue virus (BTV-4) in Greece, Bulgaria and the Republic of Macedonia
seen at 14:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added updated outbreak assessment

This is an animal disease preliminary outbreak assessment for an outbreak of bluetongue (BTV-4) in Greece and Bulgaria and the Republic of Macedonia.

Guidance: Orphan works appeals process
seen at 14:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Orphan works are copyright works where one or more right holder is unknown or cannot be located. The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) can issue a licence to allow these works to be used. This guidance provides...

Guidance: Preventing bullying
seen at 14:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added advice on cyberbullying for school staff and parents

This departmental advice is for:

school leaders school staff governing bodies

It applies to:

maintained schools ...
Transparency data: PHE: spend over £25,000: August 2014
seen at 14:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Details of Public Health England transactions over £25,000 in August 2014.

Transparency data: Fish Health Inspectorate: Reports
seen at 14:33, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added quarterly report for July to September 2014

These publications explain what activities the Fish Health Inspectorate have undertaken each quarter and its performance against standards set ...

Statistics: Employment tribunal applications 2013: survey findings
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The findings from the ‘Survey of employment tribunal applications 2013’ were published in June 2014. Details of the sample and data collection can be found in ‘ad hoc analysis of Survey of employment...

Corporate report: Nature Improvement Areas: improved ecological networks
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Links to year 2 progress report added to NIA: about the project (HTML attachment).

These documents explain the aims and objectives of the Nature Improvement Area (NIA) programme and provide details...

Open consultation: Submarine Dismantling Project: site for the interim storage of Intermediate Level radioactive Waste
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 6 more factsheets and response to pre-engagement report.

The Submarine Dismantling Project is to deliver a safe and secure solution for dismantling 27 defuelled submarines. This involves ...

Guidance: Bonded gold in the UK
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: An updated version of the guidance has been published

Clarification of the term ‘bonded gold’ following a Trading Standards query. The British Hallmarking Council, including members of the 4 assay...

Statistics: Management information for probation: 1 June to 30 September 2014
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

On 1 June 2014, as part of the Transforming Rehabilitation reforms to probation, responsibility for delivery of probation services moved from 35 probation trusts to 21 Community Rehabilitation Companies (CRCs...

Transparency data: Social justice outcomes framework indicators
seen at 14:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised PDF indicator 6a: first text on chart from '% offenders who re-offend' to '% offenders who do not re-offend'.

These reports give a summary of our progress in using social justice principles...

Open consultation: The role of planning in preventing major-accident hazards involving hazardous substances
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Document replaced to correct minor discrepancy between the consultation document and the annexed draft regulations. The change has been made to Schedule 1, Part 2, Row 18 of the draft regulations to ...

Guidance: New State Pension: information for employers and trustees with open, contracted-out defined benefit pension schemes
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

From 6 April 2016, when the new State Pension is introduced, contracting-out of the additional State Pension will end. This guidance explains the impact of this change for employers, employees and trustees.

Guidance: Defence Commercial Apprentice Programme brochure
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

From army boots to aircraft and everything in between, the MOD purchases a range of equipment every year to support the armed forces in both UK and overseas operations. And it doesn’t stop there; much of the ...

Form: Give notice of a written special resolution on change of name
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

This form should be used by private companies to give notice to Companies House of a written special resolution on change of name.

Open consultation: Regulating individual conduct in banking: UK branches of foreign banks
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The Financial Services (Banking Reform) Act 2013 put in place the legal framework for the government’s reforms (the “Senior Managers and Certification Regime”) to strengthen the regulation of individuals who ...

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mrs Joyce Johnson
seen at 14:31, 17 November 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: 6965996 Teacher’s date...
Guidance: Applying for a place within the 400MW cap on new build dedicated biomass projects (Renewables Obligation)
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Database amended.

How to apply for a place within the 400MW cap on new build dedicated biomass projects under the Renewables Obligation.

Applications can no longer be made under the priority...

Notice: PR4 3PJ, Cuadrilla Bowland Limited: Environmental permit draft decision advertisement
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: deadline for comments deadline extension

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

Notice: Catfield, Norfolk: abstraction licences
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New information added to attached document.

This document explains how the Environment Agency is reviewing 2 applications to renew abstraction licences held by Mr Alston at Catfield Norfolk.

Decision: Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Adam Wieder
seen at 14:31, 17 November 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: 0535954 Teacher’s date...
Policy paper: Revenue and Customs Brief 41 (2014): Aggregates Levy credits in Northern Ireland
seen at 14:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Revenue and Customs Brief is a bulletin giving information on developments and changes of interest. They are used to announce changes in policy or to set out the legal background to an issue and have a 6 month...

New work by Mark Power made and exhibited in Stoke-on-Trent
seen at 14:31, 17 November in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
New work by Mark Power made and exhibited in Stoke-on-Trent
NEST voluntary governance statement welcomed
seen at 14:30, 17 November in Latest news from The Pensions Regulator (Our copy).
The Pensions Regulator today welcomed news that NEST, the government-backed workplace pension scheme, has successfully completed a voluntary governance statement.
Staying in to drink? Stay in control
seen at 14:30, 17 November in GEO - GEO (Our copy).
When kids are not the focus...

If you’ve had too much to drink, the children may take control.

You would never neglect your children on purpose, but you could be putting their safety...

Change to Application Procedure for Welbeck
seen at 14:30, 17 November in GEO - GEO (Our copy).
Change to the Application Procedures for the Defence Sixth Form College, Welbeck

There has been a change to the Army application process for candidates wishing to apply for the September 2015 intake...

News story: Rural charities win hundreds of new minibuses as new £25 million fund made available
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has announced that hundreds of vital community groups from across the country will receive additional support. £25 million will be made available to provide hundreds...

Press release: Government acts to improve e-cigarette safety
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (17 November 2014) launched a number of measures to boost the safety of e-cigarettes in response to increasing concerns over the number of fires caused by their use.

Responding...

News story: LATEST: air strikes in Iraq
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Update on operational activity.

Royal Air Force (RAF) Tornados and Reapers, operating as part of the international coalition in support of the Iraqi Government, have conducted further strikes against...

Speech: Securing Portsmouth Future
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

It’s a pleasure to be back in Portsmouth to talk about where this city is going.

In many ways, Portsmouth’s story is the story of the wider British economy over the last few years. Yes there’s been an...

News story: Man jailed for Southend cannabis smuggling
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Juan Carlos Puebla Rejon, 41, was sentenced to 21 months imprisonment when he appeared at Basildon Crown Court on 6 November. He had pleaded guilty to importation of a Class B drug at an earlier hearing.

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News story: CSA Inquiry – nominations
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Home Office has received a number of nominations for the position of Chairman of the Panel Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.

Anyone who has been nominated does not need to take any further action ...

Press release: Thousands on course for Dart Charge savings
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Since account registrations went live on 5 November up to 2,200 people every hour have visited the Dart Charge website to sign up for a pre-pay account, which means they’ll save up to a third on each crossing...

Speech: Secretary of State Stephen Crabb sets out long-term vision on devolution
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Stephen Crabb has set a deadline of St David’s Day next year to secure a cross-party agreement on the future shape of Welsh devolution.

His speech sets out what he hopes to achieve by St David’s Day and how ...

News story: Further Education Commissioner urges colleges to strive for excellence in first annual report
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Further education colleges across the country have much to be proud of. They empower people to move in to meaningful, long-term employment and help deliver the skilled and talented workforce British employers...

News story: Reduced consular services - British Embassy Ljubljana
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Change of Consular Office Hours

From 18 to 19 November 2014 a consular officer will be available from 12pm and 14pm only.

From 20 and 21 November 2014 a consular officer will be availabe...

Press release: Probation staff praised for public protection work
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

This comes as performance data is released today showing that significant progress has been achieved following an initial transition period towards the new ways of working.

The government is introducing...

Press release: UK Space Agency to invest up to £32 million in global space industry partnerships
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK Space Agency is investing up to &pound;32 million to open opportunities for the UK space sector to share expertise in real-world satellite technology and services overseas.

Grants will be awarded...

News story: UK Space Agency to invest up to £32 million in space industry partnerships
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Grants will be awarded to British companies to work with international partners developing satellite technology to tackle issues like flooding, deforestation and humanitarian crises in emerging economies. These...

Press release: Charity Commission to hold public meeting in Norwich
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, in partnership with Voluntary Norfolk, is inviting trustees, charities and charity advisers to attend its next free public ...

News story: Consultation launched on extending new, stronger standards for bankers to all banks in Britain
seen at 14:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today launched a consultation on proposals to extend new tougher standards for bankers to UK branches of foreign banks. As a result of the proposals, the Senior Managers and Certification ...

Notice: Trade marks: hearings diaries
seen at 11:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates to the Main Hearings, Procedural Hearings and Appeals to the appointed person diaries.

These documents are updated regularly to highlight the trade marks hearings which have been scheduled...

Independent report: DFID's Mozambique country programme 2006-2009: Country programme evaluation (EV712)
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Summary evaluation added

This Mozambique Country Programme Evaluation (CPE) forms part of a sixth round of CPEs undertaken on behalf of DFID’s Evaluation Department. CPEs are conducted to provide...

Independent report: Evaluation of DFID country programmes: country study Ghana 2000-2005 (ev662)
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Summary report added (EvSum 662)

Evaluation of DFID country programmes: country study Ghana 2000-2005.

Statistics - national statistics: Fraud and error in the benefit system: 2013 to 2014 estimates
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended the 'Earnings' and 'Housing-related' amounts in the Infographic: Fraud and error in the benefit system, final 2013 to 2014 estimates.

This report estimates fraud and error levels in the...

Research and analysis: Tuberculosis (TB) in Kent, Surrey and Sussex: annual report
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

This annual report provides an update on the recent epidemiology of tuberculosis (TB) in Kent, Surrey and Sussex residents, including:

characteristics and distribution of TB cases across local authorities...
Research and analysis: First annual review of the 2050 Calculator project
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

First ICF DECC annual review of International 2050 pathways partnerships and Global Calculator.

Research and analysis: First annual review of the ICF support for the NAMA Facility
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

ICF DECC first annual review.

Research and analysis: First annual review of the International CCS Capacity Building Programme
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

ICF DECC annual review.

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 11:31, 17 November 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 ...

Research and analysis: African swine fever in pigs in Poland, Lithuania and Latvia
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added latest update on African swine fever in Europe

This is a preliminary outbreak assessment for an outbreak of African swine fever in:

domestic pigs in Poland and Lithuania domestic ...
Statistics - national statistics: Time series of recipients and amounts of taxable benefits
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Benefit-in-kind statistics pages are being updated owing to an error found in National Insurance Contribution (NIC) figures, which resulted from using an employers NIC contribution rate of 12.8%. It ...

Statistics - national statistics: Recipients, taxable amount and income tax and NIC liability
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Benefit-in-kind statistics pages are being updated owing to an error found in National Insurance Contribution (NIC) figures, which resulted from using an employers NIC contribution rate of 12.8%. It ...

Statistics - national statistics: Commentary: Benefits in kind statistics
seen at 11:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Benefit-in-kind statistics pages are being updated owing to an error found in National Insurance Contribution (NIC) figures, which resulted from using an employers NIC contribution rate of 12.8%. It ...

Health & Safety Newsletter: Autumn edition available – subscribe for free
seen at 11:30, 17 November in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Inside: Beware asbestos – HSE launches new campaign to tackle the biggest workplace killer and Myth Busters Panel has a beef with burger van man… plus other myths, and much more. Subscribe today and receive...

News story: Opportunity to access the digital healthcare market in China
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Join the UK digital health demonstration centre in the week of 19th January 2015 as it travels to Beijing and Guangzhou, 2 of the most opportunity rich cities in China.

The UK digital health demonstration...

News story: Government to stop charities losing out on Gift Aid
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

According to National Audit Office (NAO) estimates there are donations of around &pound;2.3 billion where Gift Aid is not used. Though not all of these donations will be eligible for Gift Aid, the government...

Press release: Avian flu outbreak in duck breeding farm in Yorkshire
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Defra has confirmed a case of avian flu outbreak in a duck breeding farm in Yorkshire with very low risk to human health and no risk to the food chain.

Immediate action has been taken to control the outbreak...

Press release: Minister for Portsmouth opens new £4 million Maritime Intelligence Centre
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
new centre will develop unmanned autonomous boats and submarines 3,700 permanent jobs set to be created thanks to new progress on City Deal Highbury College to form part of first national UK Shale College <...
Press release: New ARC-Boat to help Shropshire prepare for flooding
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Environment Agency Water Resources teams were involved at the development stage of the boats and following initial operational success, staff quickly identified its ability to assist in the flood monitoring process...

News story: Man jailed for drug smuggling attempt
seen at 11:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

On 4 October this year Border Force officers stopped and questioned Charles Ukachukwu IMOH after he arrived by coach at the tourist controls in Dover’s Eastern Docks. Imoh said he was coming to the UK to visit...

Statistics - national statistics: Characteristics of birth 2, England and Wales: 2013
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Statistics - national statistics: Latest wholesale fruit and vegetable prices
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated weekly prices.

Weekly and monthly publications give the average wholesale prices of selected home-grown horticultural produce. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices...

Statistics - national statistics: Research and development survey (Northern Ireland): R&D 2014
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.

Research and analysis: Equine infectious anaemia in Cornwall and Devon: epidemiology report
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

This epidemiology report provides a summary of the investigations undertaken by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) to control the incidents of equine infectious anaemia (EIA) detected in Cornwall and ...

Policy paper: Restorative justice action plan: 2014
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The action plan commits us to developing a more strategic and coherent approach to the use of restorative justice in England and Wales. It sets out the steps that we will take to achieve this.

Policy paper: Restorative justice progress report: 2014
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

A progress report setting out key achievements against the action plan over the last 12 months.

FOI release: Status of Asset Support Contracts
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

A request for information was made about the current status of all Asset Support Contracts in the Highways Agency. In response, the Highways Agency provided information on pre-awarded and awarded Asset Support...

Guidance: SFA qualification success rates: business rules and datasets
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New Apprenticeship, Classroom Learning and Workplace Learning QSR example report layout 2013/14 documents uploaded on 17 November 2014.

Any queries regarding the QSR example report layout 2013...

Open consultation: Climping sea defences: Arun to Pagham Flood Risk Strategy
seen at 10:35, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency produced the draft Arun to Pagham Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy in 2009 and consulted on the findings with people affected.

We have now revised the draft strategy...

Open consultation: Consultation on additional Smart Energy Code (SEC) content
seen at 10:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

This document consults further on additional policy and proposed legal text on:

Smart Metering Key Infrastructure (SMKI) DCC Key Infrastructure (DCCKI) Infrastructure Key Infrastructure (IKI) Shared...
Corporate report: Further Education Commissioner: annual report 2013 to 2014
seen at 10:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The Further Education Commissioner summarises his interventions in UK colleges between 1 August 2013 and 31 July 2014. He shares his reflections on the lessons learnt from those interventions and looks ahead ...

Consultation outcome: Artist’s Resale Right: Evidence Gathering
seen at 10:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Final outcome of consultation published.

The Artist’s Resale Right (ARR) entitles authors of original works of art (including paintings, engravings, sculpture and ceramics) to a royalty each time...

Guidance: DH non-executive appointments
seen at 10:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This document has been updated to include appointments to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority.

Details about appointments made to the Department’s public bodies and expert committees...

Research and analysis: Gift Aid:Understanding donor behaviour
seen at 10:34, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Increasing the use of Gift Aid by eligible donors is a government priority. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) commissioned this research to examine current reasons for, and barriers to, Gift Aid use. It also looks...

Consultation outcome: New Smart Energy Code content (Stage 4)
seen at 10:32, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response published.

The consultation document for Stage 4 of the Smart Energy Code also includes the government response to previous consultations including:

Response to SEC 2 ...
Consultation outcome: Transitional matters for the Smart Energy Code
seen at 10:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response published.

This consultation seeks views on certain transitional arrangements with respect to the Smart Energy Code (SEC). It seeks views on proposed transitional drafting with...

Statutory guidance: List of prohibited or suspended immigration advisers
seen at 10:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended wording.

A list of people who are currently subject to a direction made by the Immigration Services Tribunal.

Press release: Planned roadworks in Devon and Cornwall: Weekly summary for Monday 17 November 2014 – Sunday 23 November 2014
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
A30 Between Woodleigh and Whiddon Down, nr Okehampton – Resurfacing

Westbound carriageway closure from 7pm to 6am Mon to Fri. Diversion via minor road. Lane closures during daytime. (3-20 Nov)

A30 Tongue...
News story: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 17 - Sunday 23 November 2014
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
New work M11 northbound Stansted Park and Millwood: Bridge repair works

We will be repairing bridge joints and resurfacing the carriageway on the M11 northbound where it crosses the railway near Stanstead Mountfitchet...

Press release: Reducing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning over winter
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

To mark the start of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, Public Health England (PHE) is advising people to have their fossil fuel and wood burning appliances – such as boilers, heaters and cookers – checked by an...

News story: £8 billion opportunities for UK companies in Sweden’s rail sector
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Swedish government currently has a 10 year infrastructure spending plan in place worth around &pound;50 billion. This covers both road and rail projects, though rail takes the lion’s share. It also covers...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, BANES, Wiltshire, West Dorset and Devon: Weekly summary for Monday 17 November – Sunday 23 November 2014
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Bristol M48 Severn Bridge Junction 2: Maintenance

Full carriageway closure between the eastbound exit and entry slip road will be in place daily from 9.30am until 5pm on Tuesday 8 November until Wednesday 20...

Press release: Planned road works in West Midlands: Weekly summary for Monday 17 November to Sunday 23 November
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
M5 junction 5 Droitwich, Worcestershire: Structural works

The northbound carriageway will be closed between the exit and entry slip roads from 21 November to 12 December between 8pm and 6am. The diversion route...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Yorkshire and the Humber: Weekly summary for Monday 17 November to Sunday 23 November
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
M1 junction 30 (Barlborough) to junction 31 (Aston), South Yorkshire: drainage and barrier work

The hardshoulder will be closed in both directions and there will be narrower lanes and a 50 mph speed limit over...

Press release: Government backs teachers against online abuse
seen at 10:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

New teacher-backed advice outlining how school staff can guard themselves against cyberbullying has been announced by Education Secretary Nicky Morgan today (17 November 2014). It sends a clear message...

Guidance: Human Rights and Democracy Programme 2015-2016
seen at 09:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

The British Embassy Jakarta is pleased to announce that The Human Rights & Democracy Programme 2014-2015 bidding round is now open.

How to bid

Please complete the attached Project Concept Note. ...

Policy paper: Delivering Differently for Young People: expression of interest form
seen at 09:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Applications are now closed.

The Delivering Differently for Young People programme provides &pound;0.5 million funding to help up to 10 local authorities rethink the way they provide...

Policy paper: Delivering Differently for Young People: programme prospectus
seen at 09:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Applications for this programme are now closed.

Local authorities have a statutory duty to provide suitable services and activities for young people aged 13 to 19, and those with learning difficulties...

Guidance: Touchbase: DWP news for advisers and intermediaries: Nov 2014
seen at 09:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Touchbase is a monthly publication for external organisations and people who work with or advise our customers. It has news about:

benefits, pensions and DWP services relevant news from other government...
Open consultation: Open access restriction at Glasson Salt Marsh: how to comment
seen at 09:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated details for second consultation. Information about the first consultation is available in the summary report.

See the consultation summary for information about the current restriction ...

Births in England and Wales by Characteristics of Birth 2, 2013
seen at 09:30, 17 November in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
Annual birth statistics by month and quarter of occurrence, by place of birth and for multiple births.
Press release: Crackdown on violence in prisons
seen at 09:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The new joint protocol produced by the Prison Service, Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) will set out that when there are serious assaults on prison staff, the perpetrators...

Form: Nationality and settlement checking service: apply for regulation
seen at 02:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form

These forms allows staff from local authority nationality and settlement checking services to apply for regulation by OISC.

Form: New adviser application and competence statement
seen at 02:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended new adviser application form.

Organisations who are applying for continued registration with the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner and wish to add new advisers should also...

Form: Application for adviser raising levels: competence statement
seen at 02:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended competence statement.

This form is for organisations with individual advisers who want to increase their level of work, without affecting the overall level of the organisation.

Guidance: How to become a regulated immigration adviser
seen at 02:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended guidance notes

This guidance informs you about the process of how to become a regulated adviser. It includes information about:

the application process applying for the correct ...
Form: Application for continued registration with OISC
seen at 02:31, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form.

All organisations which wish to continue their registration with the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) must fill in this form to re-register every year.

Form: Application for regulation of a new legal entity
seen at 02:30, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form and guidance notes.

Use this form if your organisation is currently regulated by the OISC and you want to change to a different legal status or register a new business if there is ...

Form: Nationality and settlement checking service: continued regulation
seen at 02:30, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form

This form allows staff from local authority nationality and settlement checking services to apply to continue their regulation by OISC.

Guidance: Regulations that immigration advisers must follow
seen at 02:30, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Guidance amended.

Immigration advisers must follow certain rules and regulations to remain regulated by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner.

This document covers:

...
Form: Application form and guidance notes for regulated organisations to work at a new level
seen at 02:30, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form and guidance notes

This form is for immigration advisers who wish to increase the level that they and their organisation work at. They should also complete the ‘notes for raising ...

Form: Apply to be a registered immigration adviser
seen at 02:30, 17 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended form and guidance notes

This form allows immigration advisers to apply for regulation by OISC.

Press release: Pensions explained: minister on air across the country to promote importance of retirement planning
seen at 02:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

As the government gears up to launch its ‘Guidance Guarantee’ to help people approaching retirement make sense of new freedoms, the minister in charge of pensions is to launch the radio equivalent of a soapbox...

News story: Rural charities win hundreds of new minibuses as new £25 million fund made available
seen at 02:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin is to announce that hundreds of vital community groups from across the country will receive additional support. &pound;25 million will be made available to provide hundreds...

Press release: Summit set to showcase the best of Welsh innovation
seen at 02:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Secretary of State for Wales Stephen Crabb said:

This week we are bringing the UK Investment Summit to Wales.

More than 150 global and UK business leaders, from some of the most successful companies...

Press release: Minister for Portsmouth accelerates deal to create 3,700 jobs
seen at 02:30, 17 November in News and communications (Our copy).

A massive component of the Portsmouth and Southampton City Deal which will create 3,700 permanent jobs has moved a step closer today (14 November 2014).

Minister for Portsmouth Matthew Hancock has confirmed...