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15 February 2016

Press release: PM meeting with President Hollande in Paris: 15 February 2016
seen at 23:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A No 10 spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister and President Hollande had constructive discussions on both the UK renegotiation and Syria in Paris this evening.

They agreed that we are making...

Independent report: Evaluation of the DFID Syria Humanitarian Programme
seen at 20:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a process evaluation of DFID’s humanitarian response to the Syria crisis. It comments on DFID’s management performance and identifies areas for improvement. DFID commissioned this evaluation to consider...

Speech: We should not let outdated interpretations of the Charter be used to excuse inaction.
seen at 20:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Foreign Minister, Madam President, for convening this debate and for being with us in person today. I want to join others in thanking the Secretary-General for his insightful briefing, all of which ...

Official Statistics: Benefit expenditure and caseload tables 2015
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Outturn and forecast: Autumn Statement 2015' spreadsheet. Correction to unemployment benefit caseloads for 1996/97 to reflect move to Jobseeker's Allowance and correction to total formula for...

FOI release: FOI Publications February 2016
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

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

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 18:32, 15 February 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 ...

Decision: Duncan, Alan - Minister of State, Department for International Development - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Rt Hon Sir Alan Duncan, former Minister of State, Department for International Development. The committee’s advice, that there was no reason why these appointments should not be taken up, subject...

Decision: Hughes, Simon - Minister of State, Ministry of Justice - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Sir Simon Hughes, former Minister of State, Ministry of Justice. The committee’s advice, that there was no reason why this appointment should not be taken up, subject to conditions, was accepted...

Decision: Barker, Greg - Minister of State, DECC and Minister for Business Engagement with India - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added appointment with Gyro Ltd

The Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA) letter to Rt Hon Greg Barker, former Minister of State, DECC and Minister for Business Engagement with India...

Correspondence: Children, families and maternity e-bulletin
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added e-bulletin 88, February 2016

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National Archives...

Guidance: Public Guardian practice note: OPG's approach to solicitor client accounts
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This practice note explains the Office of the Public Guardian’s (OPG) approach to the use of client accounts to manage deputyship funds, and how the deputy acts under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA), the Solicitors...

Guidance: Chickerell firing times
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Chickerell firing times March 2016.

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

Guidance: Defence financial management and charging policy manual (JSP 462)
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated parts 1 and 2 of the JSP.

Joint Service Publication (JSP) 462: Financial management and charging policy manual provides a single source on direction and guidance for financial management...

Transparency data: Expenditure over £25,000: December 2015
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Land Registry publishes details of all transactions of £25,000 and over.

Transparency data: Expenditure over £25,000: January 2016
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Land Registry publishes details of all transactions of £25,000 and over.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 15 February 2016

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

Form: Winter Fuel Payment claim form: EEA and Switzerland
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced Winter Fuel Payment claim form with one you can fill in on screen.

If you live in the UK, use the UK Winter Fuel Payment claim form.

Use this form to claim a Winter Fuel...

Guidance: Protecting your UK intellectual property abroad
seen at 18:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New text added at: 2.3 Filing your community trade mark application through us and at 3.2 How to apply for an international trade mark.

Intellectual property (IP) rights are territorial. They only...

Independent report: Evaluation of the DFID Syria Humanitarian Programme
seen at 18:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This is a process evaluation of DFID’s humanitarian response to the Syria crisis. It comments on DFID’s management performance and identifies areas for improvement. DFID commissioned this evaluation to consider...

Notice: HR2 6PD,Herefordshire Council: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in ...

Notice: DN22 9HT, Severn Trent Water Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in its...

Notice: TR14 9PD, The Regard Partnership Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 18:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations, water discharge and groundwater activities. The arrangements are explained in its...

Press release: New charities taxonomy brings charity accounting into the digital world
seen at 18:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities, and the Financial Reporting Council are today launching the new taxonomy for charities reporting under the Financial Reporting Standard applicable...

Form: Qualifications: eligibility for public funding
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Qualification Eligibility Principles - 2016 to 2017 uploaded on 15 February 2016. Also amendments made to detail shown on the page.

In the Skills Funding Letter the government set out its...

Notice: Policies for disposals under category 5 approved by the regulator for which letters of authorisation have been issued
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Family Mosaic added, Genesis removed.

A letter of authorisation to use category 5 of The General Consent 2010 under section 172 of the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 has been issued by the Regulator...

Transparency data: HCA: spend for transactions over £250 for 2015 to 2016
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: December 2015 added.

We’re fully committed to the government’s transparency agenda. In support of this we’re publishing data on all the agency’s expenditure.

The data details individual...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: Midlands
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with January 2016 information.

A monthly summary of the rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the Midlands.

Guidance: Joint DECC, Ofgem, National Grid, ESC Event Capacity Market Stakeholder Workshop Discussion Summary - 7 January 2016
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

A discussion summary of an industry stakeholder workshop held by DECC, Ofgem, National Grid, and ESC.

Guidance: Approval of rifle and muzzle-loading pistol clubs
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Document reverted to previous version.

This leaflet gives guidance on the approval of rifle, miniature rifle and muzzle-loading pistol clubs.

The guidance also explains the criteria and...

Guidance: DBS barring referrals: making representations
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the oral representations guide.

When an employer or organisation has concerns that a person has caused harm, or poses a future risk of harm to vulnerable groups, including children, they...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: east of England
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with January's report for the East of England

Summary of rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the east of England.

Notice: BCS: Undertaking: February 2016
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).
Awarding organisation Issue Action taken Case status BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) Incorrect issue of certificates Undertaking...
Notice: ACCA: Undertaking: February 2016
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).
Awarding organisation Issue Action taken Case status Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Incorrect issue of certificates ...
Transparency data: PHE data release register: 2014 to 2015
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new releases for October to December 2015.

Contact Office for Data Release: odr@phe.gov.uk.

Corporate report: NDA: Quarterly Performance Report Quarter 3 status for 2015-16
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Specific targets sit behind the planned activity in our Business Plan. This report includes the status of progress against business plan targets. The report is based on reporting at the end of Quarter 3 2015-...

Research and analysis: Evidence from NHS Improvement on clinical staff shortages
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

NHS providers have reported shortages of qualified clinical staff. This report looks at the causes and extent of current clinical staff shortages in acute hospitals, focusing on adult nurses and consultants. ...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 8 February 2016
seen at 16:41, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new FOI responses - Service inquiry into the quality of aviation fuel contamination at mount pleasant complex during the period 25 June to 05 August 2011, Information on Defence Nuclear Safety ...

Official Statistics: Benefit expenditure and caseload tables 2015
seen at 16:40, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 'Outturn and forecast: Autumn Statement 2015' spreadsheet. Correction to unemployment benefit caseloads for 1996/97 to reflect move to Jobseeker's Allowance and correction to total formula for...

FOI release: FOI Publications February 2016
seen at 16:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

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

Statistical data set: Unclaimed estates list
seen at 16:34, 15 February 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 ...

Decision: Duncan, Alan - Minister of State, Department for International Development - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Rt Hon Sir Alan Duncan, former Minister of State, Department for International Development. The committee’s advice, that there was no reason why these appointments should not be taken up, subject...

Decision: Hughes, Simon - Minister of State, Ministry of Justice - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Sir Simon Hughes, former Minister of State, Ministry of Justice. The committee’s advice, that there was no reason why this appointment should not be taken up, subject to conditions, was accepted...

Decision: Barker, Greg - Minister of State, DECC and Minister for Business Engagement with India - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 16:33, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added appointment with Gyro Ltd

The Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (ACOBA) letter to Rt Hon Greg Barker, former Minister of State, DECC and Minister for Business Engagement with India...

Correspondence: Children, families and maternity e-bulletin
seen at 16:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added e-bulletin 88, February 2016

E-bulletins providing information on children, families and maternity.

E-bulletins from March 2005 to August 2011 are available on the National Archives...

Guidance: Public Guardian practice note: OPG's approach to solicitor client accounts
seen at 16:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This practice note explains the Office of the Public Guardian’s (OPG) approach to the use of client accounts to manage deputyship funds, and how the deputy acts under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA), the Solicitors...

Guidance: Exporting to Saudi Arabia
seen at 16:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amendment to Challenges section.

A detailed guide on doing business in and with Saudi Arabia. The guide contains information on:

challenges of doing business in Saudi Arabia growth potential...
Guidance: Chickerell firing times
seen at 16:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Chickerell firing times March 2016.

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

Guidance: Defence financial management and charging policy manual (JSP 462)
seen at 16:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated parts 1 and 2 of the JSP.

Joint Service Publication (JSP) 462: Financial management and charging policy manual provides a single source on direction and guidance for financial management...

Transparency data: Expenditure over £25,000: December 2015
seen at 16:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Land Registry publishes details of all transactions of £25,000 and over.

Transparency data: Expenditure over £25,000: January 2016
seen at 16:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Land Registry publishes details of all transactions of £25,000 and over.

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 16:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Firing times commencing 15 February 2016

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

Form: Winter Fuel Payment claim form: EEA and Switzerland
seen at 16:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced Winter Fuel Payment claim form with one you can fill in on screen.

If you live in the UK, use the UK Winter Fuel Payment claim form.

Use this form to claim a Winter Fuel...

Dame Judith Hackitt lecture – Health and safety: the journey back to common sense and personal responsibility – London, 15 March 2016, 6:00pm-9:00pm
seen at 16:30, 15 February in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Dame Judith Hackitt will deliver a lecture where she will reflect on eight years as Chair of the Health and Safety Executive. Judith will also call upon all business leaders to recognise the role they must play...

The Commonwealth Games – a personal view from the CEO of the Federation (WP1428)
seen at 16:30, 15 February in Wilton Park (Our copy).

We discuss what the role involves, what elements of conflict in the Commonwealth family are able to be taken forward through the games and the Federation’s vision.

Contributor:

David Grevemberg, ...

Speech: Prime Minister’s speech with Chancellor Merkel in Hamburg: 12 February 2016
seen at 16:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Mayor Scholz, it’s a great honour to be here in Hamburg, at this, the oldest feast in the world.

And it’s also a huge pleasure to be here with my good friend Chancellor Merkel.

When Angela said...

Press release: Government welcomes publication of Julie Deane’s independent review of self-employment
seen at 16:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Commissioned by the Prime Minister last year (2015), the review assesses what additional support can be provided to the increasing number of self-employed people across the country, better understand their...

News story: Consultation on a new child sexual exploitation definition
seen at 16:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A consultation seeking views on a new definition of child sexual exploitation was launched on Friday.

There are currently a number of definitions of child sexual exploitation in use by voluntary...

News story: India: closer financial ties
seen at 16:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Harriett Baldwin, has today embarked on a four-day tour of India, accompanying Alok Sharma, the Prime Minister’s Infrastructure Envoy to India. The tour is a key part of...

Press release: Secretary of State commences visit to the US
seen at 16:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Ms Villiers will use her visit to update members of the US Administration and senior figures within the Irish American community on the Fresh Start Agreement reached in November 2015.

She will highlight...

Notice: DN16 1XA, Longs Steel UK Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).

This decision includes the permit and decision document for:

Operator name: Longs Steel ...
Independent report: DFID’s Health Research Programme Consortia: Mid-Term Evaluation
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID Management Response: Mid term Evaluation of DFID's Health Research Programme Consortia added

DFID has funded nine health Research Programme Consortia (RPCs) since 2011. Each RPC receives approximately...

National Statistics: Latest statistics on milk utilisation by dairies
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended milk availability, usage and production dataset.

This monthly statistics notice includes information on the volume of milk used by dairies in England and Wales in the production of drinking...

Research and analysis: Evaluation of the Help to Buy equity loan scheme
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

In 2015, the department commissioned an external evaluation of the Help to Buy equity loan scheme. The research produced a robust assessment of the ‘additionality’ (see below) of the scheme, and provided evidence...

Guidance: DBS barring decision process: autobar with representations template
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Template used by DBS caseworkers to reach a decision in autobar with representation cases.

Form: Qualifications: eligibility for public funding
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Qualification Eligibility Principles - 2016 to 2017 uploaded on 15 February 2016. Also amendments made to detail shown on the page.

In the Skills Funding Letter the government set out its...

Notice: Policies for disposals under category 5 approved by the regulator for which letters of authorisation have been issued
seen at 14:36, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Family Mosaic added, Genesis removed.

A letter of authorisation to use category 5 of The General Consent 2010 under section 172 of the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 has been issued by the Regulator...

Transparency data: HCA: spend for transactions over £250 for 2015 to 2016
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: December 2015 added.

We’re fully committed to the government’s transparency agenda. In support of this we’re publishing data on all the agency’s expenditure.

The data details individual...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: Midlands
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with January 2016 information.

A monthly summary of the rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the Midlands.

Guidance: Joint DECC, Ofgem, National Grid, ESC Event Capacity Market Stakeholder Workshop Discussion Summary - 7 January 2016
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

A discussion summary of an industry stakeholder workshop held by DECC, Ofgem, National Grid, and ESC.

Guidance: Approval of rifle and muzzle-loading pistol clubs
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Document reverted to previous version.

This leaflet gives guidance on the approval of rifle, miniature rifle and muzzle-loading pistol clubs.

The guidance also explains the criteria and...

Guidance: DBS barring referrals: making representations
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the oral representations guide.

When an employer or organisation has concerns that a person has caused harm, or poses a future risk of harm to vulnerable groups, including children, they...

Official Statistics: Water situation report: east of England
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with January's report for the East of England

Summary of rainfall, soil moisture deficits, river flow, groundwater levels and reservoir stocks in the east of England.

Notice: BCS: Undertaking: February 2016
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).
Awarding organisation Issue Action taken Case status BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS) Incorrect issue of certificates Undertaking...
Notice: ACCA: Undertaking: February 2016
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).
Awarding organisation Issue Action taken Case status Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Incorrect issue of certificates ...
Transparency data: PHE data release register: 2014 to 2015
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new releases for October to December 2015.

Contact Office for Data Release: odr@phe.gov.uk.

Corporate report: NDA: Quarterly Performance Report Quarter 3 status for 2015-16
seen at 14:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Specific targets sit behind the planned activity in our Business Plan. This report includes the status of progress against business plan targets. The report is based on reporting at the end of Quarter 3 2015-...

Research and analysis: Evidence from NHS Improvement on clinical staff shortages
seen at 14:33, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

NHS providers have reported shortages of qualified clinical staff. This report looks at the causes and extent of current clinical staff shortages in acute hospitals, focusing on adult nurses and consultants. ...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 8 February 2016
seen at 14:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added new FOI responses - Service inquiry into the quality of aviation fuel contamination at mount pleasant complex during the period 25 June to 05 August 2011, Information on Defence Nuclear Safety ...

Form: SFA funding claims
seen at 14:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of SFA funding claims user guide uploaded on 15 February 2016.

Relevant for all providers of education and skills training who need to make a funding claim return for:

adult...
NERC announces new call for ideas for strategic research
seen at 14:31, 15 February in NERC news (Our copy).

NERC invites the environmental science community to submit new ideas for strategic research.

Birmingham to host Japanese artist Shun Ito’s first major UK show
seen at 14:31, 15 February in http://www.artscouncil.org.uk Latest entries (Our copy).
Birmingham to host Japanese artist Shun Ito’s first major UK show
Dame Judith Hackitt lecture – Health and safety: the journey back to common sense and personal responsibility – London, 15 March 2016, 6:00pm-9:00pm
seen at 14:30, 15 February in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

Dame Judith Hackitt will deliver a lecture where she will reflect on eight years as Chair of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Judith will also call upon all business leaders to recognise the role they must...

Press release: Green light given to over 80 pocket parks
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 80 unloved and neglected urban spaces across the country will be transformed into green oases for everyone to use, thanks to a share of a £1.5 million dedicated fund, Communities Secretary...

News story: Manchester Seminar: Commissioning better public services through user engagement (15 March, 2016)
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

featuring

Gary Copitch Chief Executive, People’s Voice Media

In this free seminar Gary will discuss the principles of effective and fulfilling user engagement in service commissioning.

During...

News story: Update: air strikes against Daesh
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Operational update

Latest update

While diplomatic efforts continue to implement a cease-fire in Syria and the unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid, RAF aircraft have maintained intensive operations...

Press release: Planned roadworks in East Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 15 to Sunday 22 February 2016
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Media wanting information about Highways England’s routine maintenance projects should, in the first instance, check our website.

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over...

Press release: PM: Improve mental health treatment to get thousands more back to work
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).
tens of thousands of people with mental health conditions to be helped to find or stay in work Prime Minister meets with CEOs of top UK companies to agree new workplace standards on mental health extra &...
News story: New Cyber Security Consultancy Services agreement
seen at 14:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has worked with the Communications-Electronic Security Group (CESG) to develop a new central route to market for the public sector to buy CESG Certified Cyber Security Consultancy...

Decision: Preston Down Trust: case report
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

A report of a commission case on Preston Down Trust (registered charity number 1155382).

Guidance: Sustainable Travel Transition Year Revenue Competition, 2016 to 2017
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Local councils can use these documents to apply for the Sustainable Travel Transition Year Revenue Competition to support sustainable and accessible travel projects. The documentation consists of:

competition...
Open consultation: Consultation on Country and Regional Public Sector Finances
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

We would like to hear your views on whether a Country and Regional Public Sector Finances publication, which aims to provide an overview of the public sector finances for the countries and regions of the UK, ...

Guidance: PSC requirements for companies and limited liability partnerships
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Clarification to 12 February update: No additional text added. Correction made to section 7.1 of Chapter 7 in PSC guidance for companies, LLPs and SEs. 15 February: New version of PSC guidance for companies...

Independent report: Evaluation of the Future Agricultures Consortium (FAC): Final Report and Annexes
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID Management response added

The focus of this evaluation was on understanding the pathways from high quality outputs to policy and practice change outcomes and impacts, and what can be learnt...

Notice: DN16 1XA, Longs Steel UK Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency publish permits that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).

This decision includes the permit and decision document for:

Operator name: Longs Steel ...
Independent report: DFID’s Health Research Programme Consortia: Mid-Term Evaluation
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID Management Response: Mid term Evaluation of DFID's Health Research Programme Consortia added

DFID has funded nine health Research Programme Consortia (RPCs) since 2011. Each RPC receives approximately...

National Statistics: Latest statistics on milk utilisation by dairies
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Amended milk availability, usage and production dataset.

This monthly statistics notice includes information on the volume of milk used by dairies in England and Wales in the production of drinking...

Guidance: Overseas Business Risk - Kazakhstan
seen at 11:34, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated 15 February 2016

This report looks at the intellectual property, organized crime, human rights, bribery and corruption and terrorism risks that UK businesses may face when operating in ...

Research and analysis: Evaluation of the Help to Buy equity loan scheme
seen at 11:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

In 2015, the department commissioned an external evaluation of the Help to Buy equity loan scheme. The research produced a robust assessment of the ‘additionality’ (see below) of the scheme, and provided evidence...

Guidance: DBS barring decision process: autobar with representations template
seen at 11:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Template used by DBS caseworkers to reach a decision in autobar with representation cases.

Pressure systems awareness – one-day course
seen at 11:30, 15 February in HSE RSS feeds (Our copy).

HSL is to run a one-day course on pressure systems awareness. Please email your expression of interest.

Bed manufacturer jailed for 27 months for conspiracy to traffic people
seen at 11:30, 15 February in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
Mohammed Rafiq, a factory owner who employed large numbers of Hungarians as a "slave workforce" in his multi-million pound bed manufacturing business has today been sentenced to 27 months imprisonment for conspiracy...
Press release: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 15 to Sunday 21 February 2016
seen at 11:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The following information summarises the work being carried out this coming week. It is correct as of the above date but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

...
Press release: Green light given to over 80 pocket parks
seen at 11:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 80 unloved and neglected urban spaces across the country will be transformed into green oases for everyone to use, thanks to a share of a £1.5 million dedicated fund, Communities Secretary...

News story: The ‘pass the torch’ apprenticeship campaign is underway
seen at 11:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Olympic-style torch, engineered by apprentices, is touring Southern England in the run-up to National Apprenticeship Week.

The torch, which symbolises the passing of knowledge from one generation...

Press release: Help to Buy creates surge in new homes built and bought
seen at 11:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).
82% of buyers would not have been able to buy without the scheme 43% additional new homes built as a direct result of Help to Buy equity loan no evidence of Help to Buy driving up house prices

New...

Independent report: Self-employment review
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This independent review by Julie Deane OBE looks at the challenges and opportunities for those who want to work for themselves.

Guidance: Employer Bulletin: February 2016
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.

You can download and read the...

Guidance: Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation registered companies
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of registered companies updated.

A list of organisations that hold accounts with the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation administrator.

Related documents Renewable Transport Fuels...
Research and analysis: Norfolk and Norwich: diabetic eye screening programme
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out observations and recommendations from the quality assurance (QA) visit to Norfolk and Norwich.

Research and analysis: Tuberculosis (TB): regional reports
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 'Tuberculosis in South West Centre: annual review (2014 data)'.

Annual regional reports for the recent epidemiology of tuberculosis (TB) for:

Wessex Kent, Surrey and Sussex London...
National Statistics: Latest wholesale fruit and vegetable prices
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated weekly datasets.

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...

Decision: Preston Down Trust: case report
seen at 11:09, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

A report of a commission case on Preston Down Trust (registered charity number 1155382).

Guidance: Sustainable Travel Transition Year Revenue Competition, 2016 to 2017
seen at 11:08, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Local councils can use these documents to apply for the Sustainable Travel Transition Year Revenue Competition to support sustainable and accessible travel projects. The documentation consists of:

competition...
Guidance: PSC requirements for companies and limited liability partnerships
seen at 11:08, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Clarification to 12 February update: No additional text added. Correction made to section 7.1 of Chapter 7 in PSC guidance for companies, LLPs and SEs. 15 February: New version of PSC guidance for companies...

Form: Income Tax: Request for Seafarers NT Code (R44)
seen at 11:07, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Request a Seafarers Code NT if you want to claim to be provisionally entitled to Seafarers Earnings Deduction (SED) for at least 365 days.

You’re asking HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to authorise...

Notice: SG12 0ES, Biffa Waste Services Limited: environmental permit application advertisement EPR/DP3431PC/V013
seen at 11:07, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The date to submit comments by has been extended from 11/02/16 to 26/02/16.

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for waste operations, mining waste operations, installations...

Independent report: Evaluation of the Future Agricultures Consortium (FAC): Final Report and Annexes
seen at 10:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: DFID Management response added

The focus of this evaluation was on understanding the pathways from high quality outputs to policy and practice change outcomes and impacts, and what can be learnt...

Press release: Commission publishes report on the Preston Down Trust
seen at 10:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission, the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales, has today published a report of its monitoring action and review of the activities of The Preston Down Trust, (registered...

News story: New investment in mental health services
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The announcement follows the publication of a report by the Mental Health Taskforce, chaired by Paul Farmer, Chief Executive of Mind. The taskforce has reviewed mental health care and has set out its vision...

Press release: Planned roadworks in and around the M25: weekly summary for Monday 15 February to Sunday 21 February
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The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 12 February 2016 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Independent report: Self-employment review
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This independent review by Julie Deane OBE looks at the challenges and opportunities for those who want to work for themselves.

Guidance: Avian influenza A(H5N6): risk assessment
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This update includes:

background information risk assessment advice for travellers advice for clinicians

The risk to UK residents travelling to China is very low.

Guidance: Rates and allowances: compensatory interest rate for Inward Processing Relief and Temporary Admission
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Updated: New February 2016 interest rate for Inward Processing Relief and Temporary Admission has been added to the page.

The attached document is classified by HM Revenue and Customs as guidance and contains...

Open consultation: Cutting costs for consumers in financial claims
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This consultation seeks views and further evidence in relation to proposals to:

cap the maximum completion fee to 15% (including VAT) for bulk claims (such as mis-sold payment protection insurance claims...
Guidance: List of Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes notifications
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 28 schemes have been added to the page. 4 have been removed.

The list contains pension schemes that have told HMRC that they meet the conditions to be a ROPS and have asked to be included on the...

Guidance: Employer Bulletin: February 2016
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HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) publishes the Employer Bulletin 6 times a year, giving employers and agents the latest information on topics and issues that may affect them.

You can download and read the...

Guidance: Genuine HMRC contact and recognising phishing emails
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 1.3 Employer Bulletin 58 - email section has been updated.

Phishing is the fraudulent act of emailing a person in order to obtain their personal/financial information such as passwords and ...

Guidance: Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation registered companies
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: List of registered companies updated.

A list of organisations that hold accounts with the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation administrator.

Related documents Renewable Transport Fuels...
Official Statistics: Experimental UK Farmland Ecosystem Accounts
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Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Official Statistics: Active Adults Survey: 2014
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The Active Adults Survey is a large scale survey of the adult population in Wales.  Adults (defined as aged 15 and above) living in private households in Wales were eligible to take part in the survey. The survey...

Research and analysis: Norfolk and Norwich: diabetic eye screening programme
seen at 09:32, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This document sets out observations and recommendations from the quality assurance (QA) visit to Norfolk and Norwich.

Research and analysis: Tuberculosis (TB): regional reports
seen at 09:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added 'Tuberculosis in South West Centre: annual review (2014 data)'.

Annual regional reports for the recent epidemiology of tuberculosis (TB) for:

Wessex Kent, Surrey and Sussex London...
National Statistics: Latest wholesale fruit and vegetable prices
seen at 09:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated weekly datasets.

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...

UK Natural Capital: Ecosystem accounts for farmland (Experimental Statistics)
seen at 09:30, 15 February in Media Centre RSS (Our copy).
The first experimental farmland physical ecosystem accounts, being compiled for different habitats to incorporate natural capital into the UK Environmental Accounts by 2020.
News story: Sphere Fluidics: biotherapeutics device attracts $7m investment
seen at 09:30, 15 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A Cambridge life sciences company that has developed a revolutionary system for single-cell analysis in the biopharmaceutical market, with support from Innovate UK, has secured private investment totalling $7...

Guidance: Avian influenza A(H5N6): risk assessment
seen at 02:31, 15 February in Search (Our copy).

This update includes:

background information risk assessment advice for travellers advice for clinicians

The risk to UK residents travelling to China is very low.