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28 November 2016

Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 23:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

News story: Road safety campaign urges drivers to #towsafe4freddie
seen at 22:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has published guidance to help drivers check that they’re towing safely and legally.

The guidance includes important information on checking:

the...
Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 22:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 21:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

Guidance: Using the register of apprentice assessment organisations
seen at 20:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated register of apprentice assessment organisations (November 2016).

The introduction to the register which provides an overview of the role of the register to support employers and the criteria...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 21 November 2016
seen at 20:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses for Current and upcoming projects issued under the next generation estates contracts (NGEC) regional capital works framework in east Midlands and eastern England, Mears Group contracted...

Notice: Direction issued to Bromley borough council
seen at 20:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This direction requires the council to co-operate with a commissioner appointed by the Secretary of State.

It follows a report by Frankie Sulke on 10 October 2016, and the publication of Ofsted...

Corporate report: Triennial review of the Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees
seen at 20:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the findings of the triennial review of the Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees (VAPCs) completed in 2016.

Guidance: Scotland firing times
seen at 20:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for December 2016

Members of the public are advised that although the dates and timings published are the best indication available at the time of publication, they may change...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 20:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times week commencing 28 November 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...

Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 20:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

Guidance: Medical guidance for DLA decision makers (child cases): staff guide
seen at 18:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated both versions of the guide.

This guide for staff is written with help from experts involved in patient care. It contains background information on the most common medical conditions relevant...

Guidance: Housing Benefit adjudication circulars 2016
seen at 18:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added HB Circular A11/2016:Payment Deduction Project interface: local authority user guidance.

Adjudication circulars provide advice, guidance and information on Housing Benefit to local authority...

Transparency data: Nuclear Decommissioning Authority: spend and expense data 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Includes data from August to October 2016

This document is updated to show the cumulative spend during the financial year 2016 to 2017.

Decision: Morgan, Nicky, SoS for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 18:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Nicky Morgan MP, Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities. The Committee’s advice that these appointments be subject to conditions, was accepted.

FOI release: Trawsfynydd and Bradwell update
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

NDA’s response to a request for information on the latest status of the Magnox Dissolution Plant at Bradwell site, as well as the Modular Active Effluent Plant at Trawsfynydd.

Notice: NG7 2UJ, Viridis 178 Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

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

This decision includes the permit, decision document for:

Operator name: Viridis 178 Limited...
FOI release: Directors' pay and conditions
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The request includes salaries, terms of conditions including hours worked, all benefits including bonuses, for John Clarke, Chief Executive Officer for the NDA, and Peter Lutwyche, NDA Programme Director for ...

FOI release: NDA travel and accommodation expenditure 2015
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The request required a breakdown of all travel and accommodation, split into foreign and domestic expenditure.

Guidance: Determinations of the EU ETS carbon price
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annual determination for 2017 published

This Determination is to enable the regulator to calculate a number of civil penalties for non-compliance with the EU ETS in 2017.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules archive: 19 May 2016 to 23 November 2016
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This version of the Immigration Rules has been replaced by the current Immigration Rules.

Research and analysis: Fintech in CEE
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Fintech in CEE

Guidance: HMRC exchange rates for 2016: monthly
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'December2016: monthly exchange rates' has been added to the page.

You should use these exchanges rates if you have to convert any foreign currency to sterling for customs and VAT purposes.

Guidance: Returners Engagement Programme
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information about the requirement for partnerships to source their own potential returners in addition to those provided by the NCTL.

The application round is open until 5 December 2016 at...

Guidance: Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Nominations for Employer Recognition Scheme gold and silver awards 2017 are now open. Inclusion of links to nomination forms.

The scheme encompasses bronze, silver and gold awards for employer...

Official Statistics: Transitional National Plan (TNP): quarterly register
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated TNP quarterly register: quarter 3.

The TNP is issued by Defra in accordance with Article 32 of the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and associated guidance.

The IED sets minimum...

Correspondence: UK response to the ESRB warning on real estate sector
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) is responsible for macroprudential oversight of the EU financial system and the prevention and mitigation of systemic risk. In pursuit of its macroprudential mandate, ...

Guidance: Apprenticeship standard: financial adviser (approved for delivery)
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This document is relevant to:

those looking to apply for an apprenticeship employers wanting to recruit an apprentice training organisations working with employers to make the apprenticeships available...
Guidance: Apprenticeship standard: express delivery driver
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated trailblazer contact details.

This document is relevant to:

those looking to apply for an apprenticeship employers wanting to recruit an apprentice training organisations working...
Guidance: Using the register of apprentice assessment organisations
seen at 18:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated register of apprentice assessment organisations (November 2016).

The introduction to the register which provides an overview of the role of the register to support employers and the criteria...

FOI release: FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 21 November 2016
seen at 18:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added FOI responses for Current and upcoming projects issued under the next generation estates contracts (NGEC) regional capital works framework in east Midlands and eastern England, Mears Group contracted...

Notice: Direction issued to Bromley borough council
seen at 18:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This direction requires the council to co-operate with a commissioner appointed by the Secretary of State.

It follows a report by Frankie Sulke on 10 October 2016, and the publication of Ofsted...

Corporate report: Triennial review of the Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees
seen at 18:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the findings of the triennial review of the Veterans Advisory and Pensions Committees (VAPCs) completed in 2016.

Guidance: Scotland firing times
seen at 18:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times for December 2016

Members of the public are advised that although the dates and timings published are the best indication available at the time of publication, they may change...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 18:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added firing times week commencing 28 November 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...

News story: New document guidelines for first registrations
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Registrar has made a Direction that means conveyancers can lodge certified copy deeds and documents instead of originals, providing they meet certain conditions:

set out in the Registrars Direction...
News story: English regions to benefit from transport investment worth £3 billion
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Towns and cities across the country are set to benefit from £3 billion worth of investment on improving roads in a boost for motorists.

This investment will lead to quicker and safer journeys...

Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

News story: Baroness Anelay opens conference on tackling the stigma of sexual violence
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict remains a top priority for the UK government. Ending impunity, bringing perpetrators to justice and providing training to the military and police are all important, but...

News story: Update: air strikes against Daesh
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: update

Latest update

Friday 25 November – Tornados attacked a mortar team and a truck-bomb factory in Mosul.

Sunday 27 November – Tornados destroyed a strongpoint and ...

News story: Cold weather health warning
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Latest update

All parts of England, except for London, are likely to experience colder conditions in the coming days, according to the Met Office which today declared a Level 2 cold weather alert.

All...

Speech: PM meeting with Prime Minister Beata Szydło of Poland: 28 November 2016
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).
Prime Minister Theresa May said:

I am delighted to welcome Prime Minister Szydło to Downing Street this afternoon and to offer the same warm hospitality as I received during my visit to Warsaw in July.

<...
Press release: Foreign Secretary meeting with Polish Foreign Minister: 28 November 2016
seen at 18:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson met his Polish counterpart Foreign Minister Witold Waszczykowksi at Lancaster House for a wide-ranging discussion on foreign policy issues, as part of the first UK-Poland Inter...

Research and analysis: Northern Trans-Pennine strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Northern Trans-Pennine strategic study. It outlines the high level case for making improvements to the A66 and A69 to improve trans-Pennine connectivity. Further work needs ...

Research and analysis: Trans-Pennine tunnel strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Trans-Pennine tunnel strategic study. In addition to the findings in the first 2 reports, outlining the high level case for the trans-Pennine tunnel road scheme, feasibility...

Research and analysis: Manchester north-west quadrant strategic study stage 3 report
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Manchester north-west quadrant strategic study. It outlines the high level case for making improvements to the north-west quadrant of the M60, improving strategic and regional...

Research and analysis: A1 East of England strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the A1 East of England study. It outlines the high level case for improvements to the A1 between the M25 and Peterborough. Based on the work to date 3 options for improvements have...

Research and analysis: Oxford to Cambridge expressway strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway Strategic Study. It outlines the high level case for a strategic link to connect the cities of ‘the brain belt’ together. It will inform further...

Policy paper: The roads funding package
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Following the Autumn Statement 2016, this document sets out the further roads funding that the government is committed to delivering in this Parliament.

Open consultation: Proposal to make Nasonex Allergy Control Nasal Spray available without prescription.
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added a Word version of the consultation response document.

We want to know what you think Nasonex Allergy Control 0.05% Nasal Spray is used to treat the symptoms of hayfever (also called seasonal...
Open consultation: Indexation and equalisation of GMP in public service pension schemes
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

On 6 April 2016 the government introduced the new State Pension (nSP), designed to radically simplify pension provision, while ensuring that pensioners have security in retirement. Among the layers of complexity...

Correspondence: Robotics, automation and artificial intelligence
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

In this letter to the Prime Minister, the CST advises how the UK could take advantage of opportunities created by the coming together of robotics, automation and artificial intelligence.

The letter recommends...

Guidance: Duty solicitor scheme boundary consultations
seen at 18:11, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation with Grimsby and Scunthorpe scheme members: response published.

This page contains consultations on scheme boundary changes following police station and court closures. Also listed...

Guidance: Medical guidance for DLA decision makers (child cases): staff guide
seen at 17:42, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated both versions of the guide.

This guide for staff is written with help from experts involved in patient care. It contains background information on the most common medical conditions relevant...

Guidance: Housing Benefit adjudication circulars 2016
seen at 17:42, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added HB Circular A11/2016:Payment Deduction Project interface: local authority user guidance.

Adjudication circulars provide advice, guidance and information on Housing Benefit to local authority...

Transparency data: Nuclear Decommissioning Authority: spend and expense data 2016 to 2017
seen at 17:42, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Includes data from August to October 2016

This document is updated to show the cumulative spend during the financial year 2016 to 2017.

Decision: Morgan, Nicky, SoS for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities - ACOBA recommendation
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The letter to Nicky Morgan MP, Secretary of State for Education and Minister for Women and Equalities. The Committee’s advice that these appointments be subject to conditions, was accepted.

FOI release: Trawsfynydd and Bradwell update
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

NDA’s response to a request for information on the latest status of the Magnox Dissolution Plant at Bradwell site, as well as the Modular Active Effluent Plant at Trawsfynydd.

Notice: IG6 3TU, G and B Compressor Hire Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 17:41, 28 November 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: NN13 5TD, Faccenda Farms (Partnership) Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 17:41, 28 November 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: CT6 7LG, Mr Steve Westley: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 17:41, 28 November 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: CB22 3AT, Antitope Limited: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for Radioactive Substances Activity. The arrangements are explained in its Public Participation Statement

These notices explain...

Notice: NG7 2UJ, Viridis 178 Limited: environmental permit issued
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

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

This decision includes the permit, decision document for:

Operator name: Viridis 178 Limited...
FOI release: Directors' pay and conditions
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The request includes salaries, terms of conditions including hours worked, all benefits including bonuses, for John Clarke, Chief Executive Officer for the NDA, and Peter Lutwyche, NDA Programme Director for ...

FOI release: NDA travel and accommodation expenditure 2015
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The request required a breakdown of all travel and accommodation, split into foreign and domestic expenditure.

Guidance: Determinations of the EU ETS carbon price
seen at 17:41, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Annual determination for 2017 published

This Determination is to enable the regulator to calculate a number of civil penalties for non-compliance with the EU ETS in 2017.

Policy paper: Immigration Rules archive: 19 May 2016 to 23 November 2016
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This version of the Immigration Rules has been replaced by the current Immigration Rules.

Notice: CA4 9QP, Mr Stuart Pollock: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:32, 28 November 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...

Research and analysis: Fintech in CEE
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Fintech in CEE

Notice: YO62 4ER, Ampleforth Abbey Trustees(The): environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:32, 28 November 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: CO5 0EU, Graeme Biggs: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:32, 28 November 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...

Guidance: HMRC exchange rates for 2016: monthly
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'December2016: monthly exchange rates' has been added to the page.

You should use these exchanges rates if you have to convert any foreign currency to sterling for customs and VAT purposes.

Guidance: Returners Engagement Programme
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information about the requirement for partnerships to source their own potential returners in addition to those provided by the NCTL.

The application round is open until 5 December 2016 at...

Guidance: Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Nominations for Employer Recognition Scheme gold and silver awards 2017 are now open. Inclusion of links to nomination forms.

The scheme encompasses bronze, silver and gold awards for employer...

Official Statistics: Transitional National Plan (TNP): quarterly register
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated TNP quarterly register: quarter 3.

The TNP is issued by Defra in accordance with Article 32 of the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and associated guidance.

The IED sets minimum...

Guidance: Accreditation of GCSEs, AS and A levels for teaching from 2017
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: OCR AS and A level geology accredited. Updates to GCSE Arabic, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, modern Greek, psychology, Russian and Urdu. Updates to AS and A level Chinese, design and technology, geology...

Correspondence: UK response to the ESRB warning on real estate sector
seen at 16:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) is responsible for macroprudential oversight of the EU financial system and the prevention and mitigation of systemic risk. In pursuit of its macroprudential mandate, ...

Guidance: Apprenticeship standard: financial adviser (approved for delivery)
seen at 16:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This document is relevant to:

those looking to apply for an apprenticeship employers wanting to recruit an apprentice training organisations working with employers to make the apprenticeships available...
Guidance: Apprenticeship standard: express delivery driver
seen at 16:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated trailblazer contact details.

This document is relevant to:

those looking to apply for an apprenticeship employers wanting to recruit an apprentice training organisations working...
Guidance: Using the register of apprentice assessment organisations
seen at 16:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated register of apprentice assessment organisations (November 2016).

The introduction to the register which provides an overview of the role of the register to support employers and the criteria...

Tech Nation 2017: Enter Our Prize Draw!
seen at 16:31, 28 November in Tech Nation (Our copy).

Its been almost two weeks since we opened the Tech Nation 2017 survey and we’re now delighted to announce a prize draw for companies which complete the survey.

We know that when scaling a digital...

Access to Education Attainment Data
seen at 16:30, 28 November in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter from Iain Bell to Ed Humpherson regarding Access to Education Attainment Data

Access to education attainment data – A review of the continuing compliance with aspects of the Code of...

Access to Education Attainment Data
seen at 16:30, 28 November in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter from Ed Humpherson to Iain Bell regarding Access to Education Attainment Data

Access to education attainment data – A review of the continuing compliance with aspects of the Code of...

News story: New document guidelines for first registrations
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Registrar has made a Direction that means conveyancers can lodge certified copy deeds and documents instead of originals, providing they meet certain conditions:

set out in the Registrars Direction...
News story: English regions to benefit from transport investment worth £3 billion
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Towns and cities across the country are set to benefit from &pound;3 billion worth of investment on improving roads in a boost for motorists.

This investment will lead to quicker and safer journeys...

Press release: EA chief praises key Lincolnshire habitat scheme
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

A project to restore vital habitat, boost river ecology and reduce flood risk has been praised by the Environment Agency’s Chief Executive Sir James Bevan after he paid a visit to the site.

Sir James ...

Press release: Minister for the Middle East concerned by settlement plan in East Jerusalem
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Office minister, Tobias Ellwood, said:

We are deeply concerned by reports that the Jerusalem Municipality has revived a plan for constructing 500 new units in the illegal settlement of Ramat...

Speech: Χαιρετισμός του Πρέσβη Τζων Κίττμερ στην εκδήλωση για τα 74 χρόνια από τ
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Εκλεκτοί προσκεκληµένοι, Κυρίες και Κύριοι,

Είναι µεγάλη τιµή για µένα που βρίσκοµαι εδώ σήµερα. Ξέρω το όνοµα του τόπου αυτού από µικρό παιδί, όταν ο παππούς µου κι οι άνθρωποι της γενιάς του µιλούσαν...

Press release: Find out more about plans to improve the A19 in Sunderland and South Tyneside
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The planned Highways England improvements will provide additional capacity and improve journey times and safety while supporting economic growth in the region.

The proposals include plans to build a new...

Press release: Start of construction on £1.5bn A14 scheme gets thumbs up from across Cambridgeshire
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The news came as Transport Secretary Chris Grayling visited the major improvement scheme on the A14 in Cambridgeshire to formally mark the start of main construction.

Jim O’Sullivan, Highways England ...

Press release: Prestigious environmental award for pioneering project improving some of Yorkshire’s finest countryside
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

A pioneering scheme that is leading the way in improving some of Yorkshire’s best countryside has won a prestigious national award.

The Upper Aire Project won the Green Apple award for its work on improving...

Press release: UK signals green light to Unified Patent Court Agreement
seen at 16:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

This is part of the process needed to realise the Unitary Patent and Unified Patent Court (UPCA). Under the new regime, businesses will be able to protect and enforce their patent rights across Europe in a more...

Transparency data: DfE monthly workforce management information: 2016 to 2017
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added October 2016 data.

Details about the number of people working for the DfE group and payroll costs for permanent staff and contractors.

The DfE group includes:

Department for...
Transparency data: New school proposals
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A new free school has been approved by the Regional Schools Commissioner in Leicestershire local authority through the Section 6A presumption route.

‘Local authorities seeking proposers’ contains...

Transparency data: DH workforce information: 2016
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for October.

Information about the number of people employed by DH and its agencies during 2016 including:

staff headcount by grade the number of agency workers the number...
Guidance: GP and dental clinical educator pay scales
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the GP and dental educator payscales for 2016 to 2017.

Information for employers on the revised GP and dental clinical educators rates.

Previous GP and dental clinical educator...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: historic annual totals
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced provisional figures with 'Notifiable diseases: annual totals from 1982 to 2015'.

These documents contain data on notifiable diseases, from 1912 to 2014.

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: annual report
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Replaced provisional figures with 'Notified diseases: annual figures 2015'.

For earlier figures, see archived version of Health Protection Website on the National Archives.

Guidance: WEEE: list of local authority designated collection facilities
seen at 14:35, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the list.

This document is published for compliance schemes and lists local authority designated collection facilities. Designated collection facilities are places where some household...

Policy paper: Proposed benefit and pension rates 2017 to 2018
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This publication lists the proposed benefit rates and pension rates for 2017 to 2018 as set out in the Written Ministerial Statement made by Minister for Welfare Delivery, Caroline Nokes, in the House ...

FOI release: FOI NHS Improvement meetings with Lord Lansley
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

The requester asked for a list of meetings between Jim Mackey, Stephen Hay, Lord Carter, Lord Darzi or Sigurd Reinton and Lord Lansley from September 2015 to September 2016.

NHS Improvement does not hold...

Transparency data: NHS foundation trust directory and register of licensed healthcare providers
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: We've updated the licence of independent providers.

The foundation trust directory has links to foundation trust publications. Providers licensed by Monitor include foundation trusts and independent...

Guidance: Uplift factors and postcode files
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Revised version of: * 2016 to 2017 uplift factors by postcode and LLSOA: csv files * 2015 to 2016 uplift factors by postcode and LLSOA: csv files uploaded on 28 November 2016.

This data is used...

Research and analysis: Pyogenic and non-pyogenic streptococcal bacteraemia: annual data from voluntary surveillance
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HPR 10(41) report, table 4 corrected.

Analysis of data from voluntary reports of pyogenic and non-pyogenic bacteramia (including trend data; age, sex and geographical distribution; and antimicrobial...

Research and analysis: Northern Trans-Pennine strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 14:34, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Northern Trans-Pennine strategic study. It outlines the high level case for making improvements to the A66 and A69 to improve trans-Pennine connectivity. Further work needs ...

Research and analysis: Trans-Pennine tunnel strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 14:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Trans-Pennine tunnel strategic study. In addition to the findings in the first 2 reports, outlining the high level case for the trans-Pennine tunnel road scheme, feasibility...

Research and analysis: Manchester north-west quadrant strategic study stage 3 report
seen at 14:33, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Manchester north-west quadrant strategic study. It outlines the high level case for making improvements to the north-west quadrant of the M60, improving strategic and regional...

Research and analysis: A1 East of England strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 14:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the A1 East of England study. It outlines the high level case for improvements to the A1 between the M25 and Peterborough. Based on the work to date 3 options for improvements have...

Research and analysis: Oxford to Cambridge expressway strategic study: stage 3 report
seen at 14:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This is the stage 3 report for the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway Strategic Study. It outlines the high level case for a strategic link to connect the cities of ‘the brain belt’ together. It will inform further...

Policy paper: The roads funding package
seen at 14:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Following the Autumn Statement 2016, this document sets out the further roads funding that the government is committed to delivering in this Parliament.

Open consultation: Proposal to make Nasonex Allergy Control Nasal Spray available without prescription.
seen at 14:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added a Word version of the consultation response document.

We want to know what you think Nasonex Allergy Control 0.05% Nasal Spray is used to treat the symptoms of hayfever (also called seasonal...
Open consultation: Indexation and equalisation of GMP in public service pension schemes
seen at 14:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

On 6 April 2016 the government introduced the new State Pension (nSP), designed to radically simplify pension provision, while ensuring that pensioners have security in retirement. Among the layers of complexity...

Correspondence: Robotics, automation and artificial intelligence
seen at 14:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

In this letter to the Prime Minister, the CST advises how the UK could take advantage of opportunities created by the coming together of robotics, automation and artificial intelligence.

The letter recommends...

Guidance: Duty solicitor scheme boundary consultations
seen at 14:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Consultation with Grimsby and Scunthorpe scheme members: response published.

This page contains consultations on scheme boundary changes following police station and court closures. Also listed...

News story: New support boosts Britain’s lead in global drive to tackle violence against girls and women
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

To mark International Day to Eliminate Violence Against Women International Development Secretary Priti Patel has set out a new package of UK support to protect women and girls in some of the world’s poorest...

Press release: PM: Historic summit will strengthen UK-Poland ties
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).
first meeting of its kind reflects shared commitment to strengthen our relationship new civil society forum to deepen the ties between our nations troop deployment next year will reinforce our defence co...
Speech: STEMM education is route to empowerment and leadership for women
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you to Dr Renu Swarup, Professor Ashutosh Sharma, Professor VijayRaghavan and Ms Sidhu. I am very pleased to be here today to celebrate the first trilateral workshop on women in STEMM and I congratulate...

News story: Counter Terrorism Awareness Week 2016
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The threat to the UK from international terrorism is currently SEVERE which means that an attack is highly likely. Safeguarding the UK from the threats from terrorism and extremism are overarching aims for the...

News story: New document guidelines for first registrations
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Registrar has made a Direction that means conveyancers can lodge certified copy deeds and documents instead of originals, providing they meet certain conditions:

set out in the Registrars Direction...
Press release: Planned roadworks in Yorkshire and the Humber: summary for Monday 28 November to Sunday 4 December 2016
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of Friday 25 November and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances...

Press release: Award-winning author and The Big Issue founder among speakers at Youth Justice Convention 2016
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Lord Bird, founder of The Big Issue magazine, and Sara Khan, award-winning human rights activist, and author of The Battle for Islam: Reclaiming Muslim Identity from Extremism, will be among the key speakers ...

News story: We're changing the way we confirm applications
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

To help customers process their work and save time, we have reduced the amount of documents we send to confirm their application.

Customers who receive postal confirmation that their application has been...

News story: Two appointments and a reappointment to the Civil Justice Council
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Council is a non-departmental public body which oversees the Civil Justice System and recommends reforms to government.

Diane Astin and Ian Karet have been appointed to the Civil Justice Council for...

Press release: UKEF and Bank of Ireland partner to offer government-backed finance
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

In a boost to Northern Ireland’s exports, UKEF has added Bank of Ireland to its panel of affiliated lenders for its trade finance support. The agreement was signed on Friday in Belfast, and comes as the UK government...

News story: Media correction: RAIB Paddington safety digest
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Complaint to the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) upheld.

The Sun – ‘Ramadan train driver in crash’, 20 August 2016 Background

The Sun ran a story following RAIB’s publication ...

Speech: British Irish Parliamentary Assembly speech, November 2016
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to update the British-Irish Parliamentary Assembly today and I’d like to thank your co-chairs, Laurence Robertson and Kathleen Funchion, for their kind invitation. ...

News story: Foreign Secretary comments on Aleppo
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Foreign Secretary said:

I call on those with influence on the regime – especially Russia and Iran – to use this to end the devastating assault on eastern Aleppo and ensure the UN’s humanitarian...

Statement to Parliament: Roads funding
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Following the Autumn Statement on 23 November, I am today (28 November 2016) setting out further details of road investment.

This new funding of &pound;1.3 billion over this Parliament will...

News story: English regions to benefit from transport investment worth £3 billion
seen at 14:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Towns and cities across the country are set to benefit from &pound;3 billion worth of investment on improving roads in a boost for motorists.

This investment will lead to quicker and safer journeys...

Guidance: Kosovo – Consular Fees
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Rate of exchange changed

A full list of Consular fees

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Data for July to September 2016 published.

These statistics include:

crime matches subject samples NDNAD breakdown gender ethnic appearance age

We are currently unable ...

Guidance: ILR data: check that it meets standards and quality requirements
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of Provider data self-assessment toolkit (PDSAT) release notes: version 17 uploaded on 28 November 2017.

Colleges, training organisations, local authorities and employers (further education...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 47, 2016.

This report compares the current week’s data on statutory notifications of causative agents to that of the previous 5 weeks.

For historical data, email <...

Statistical data set: Price Paid Data
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: October data added.

Our Price Paid Data includes information on all property sales in England and Wales that are sold for full market value and are lodged with us for registration.

Current...
Transparency data: DfE monthly workforce management information: 2016 to 2017
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added October 2016 data.

Details about the number of people working for the DfE group and payroll costs for permanent staff and contractors.

The DfE group includes:

Department for...
Guidance: Advisory Fuel Rates
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Advisory fuel rates from 1 December 2016

These rates only apply to employees using a company car.

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

Transparency data: New school proposals
seen at 11:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: A new free school has been approved by the Regional Schools Commissioner in Leicestershire local authority through the Section 6A presumption route.

‘Local authorities seeking proposers’ contains...

Transparency data: DH workforce information: 2016
seen at 11:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added data for October.

Information about the number of people employed by DH and its agencies during 2016 including:

staff headcount by grade the number of agency workers the number...
Guidance: GP and dental clinical educator pay scales
seen at 11:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the GP and dental educator payscales for 2016 to 2017.

Information for employers on the revised GP and dental clinical educators rates.

Previous GP and dental clinical educator...

Speech: UK to focus on providing support to burns victims
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Welcome and thank to you all, dignitaries and guests.

I’m pleased that my first visit to Kozhikode is for such a worthwhile event. Chairman, many thanks for your hospitality and warm welcome.

...

Press release: October 2016 Price Paid Data
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

This month’s Price Paid Data includes details of more than 93,800 residential and commercial land and property sales in England and Wales lodged for registration in October 2016.

Of the 93,866 sales lodged...

Press release: Knighthood conferred: Andrew Baker
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to approve that the honour of Knighthood be conferred upon Mr Andrew William Baker, Esquire, QC on his appointment as a Justice of the High Court.

Background

Andrew William...

News story: Counter Terrorism Awareness Week 2016
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The threat to the UK from international terrorism is currently SEVERE which means that an attack is highly likely. Safeguarding the UK from the threats from terrorism and extremism are overarching aims for the...

Speech: 'Building the closest possible ties between the UK and India'
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The recently concluded UK Prime Minister Theresa May’s visit to India was significant in that it was her first bilateral visit outside of the EU.

The UK and India signed a joint statement which was a ...

News story: VMD web services currently offline
seen at 11:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

There are a number of web services hosted by the VMD that are currently offline. These services include:

Product Information Database Online Applications for Special Treatment Certificates (STC), Special...
Guidance: Land Registration Act 2002: Schedule 2
seen at 10:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New Direction added and an existing Direction amended to allow conveyancers to lodge certified copy deeds and documents on certain first registration applications.

Under the Land Registration ...

Statistical data set: FE data library: other statistics and research
seen at 10:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New file titled Offender learning participation (aims) by awarding body, aim title and level (2015/16) uploaded on 28 November 2016.

This section holds other statistics published alongside the ...

Decision: CAC Outcome: Unite the Union & Precision Polymer Engineering (3)
seen at 10:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: TUR1/981(2016) Unite the Union & Precision Polymer Engineering (3) - Acceptance Decision issued.

The decisions set out:

• names of CAC panel members • name of the case manager • issue in...

Guidance: PHE Screening publications production and review
seen at 10:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This document provides guidance on the development or revision of PHE Screening publications, including guidance and standards documents, public information leaflets, online content and training publications.

Research and analysis: Pesticide residues in food: rolling monitoring results for 2016
seen at 10:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2016 results added.

We publish rolling results from the government’s monitoring programme to check home-produced and imported food for any pesticide residues.

Monitoring is carried...

Guidance: Kosovo – Consular Fees
seen at 10:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Rate of exchange changed

A full list of Consular fees

Official Statistics: National DNA Database statistics
seen at 10:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Data for July to September 2016 published.

These statistics include:

crime matches subject samples NDNAD breakdown gender ethnic appearance age

We are currently unable ...

Guidance: ILR data: check that it meets standards and quality requirements
seen at 10:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New version of Provider data self-assessment toolkit (PDSAT) release notes: version 17 uploaded on 28 November 2017.

Colleges, training organisations, local authorities and employers (further education...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report
seen at 10:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 47, 2016.

This report compares the current week’s data on statutory notifications of causative agents to that of the previous 5 weeks.

For historical data, email <...

Form: Settle in the UK as the partner of a person who is in the UK and settled here: form SET(M)
seen at 10:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated guidance notes

Use this form if you are already in the UK as the partner of a person who is settled here and you want to apply for settlement and a biometric residence permit. You should...

News story: Parole Board holds first open Board meeting
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Management Committee open Board meeting was well attended by a range of external stakeholders, staff and members. Those attending heard about the latest performance headlines from the Board in the latest ...

Press release: Screening newborns for muscle wasting condition not recommended
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Newborn babies should not be screened for the muscle wasting condition Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, according to the UK’s independent expert screening committee. The current test available for the condition incorrectly...

Press release: Planned roadworks in and around the M25: weekly summary for Monday 28 November to 4 December 2016
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 25 November 2016 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

News story: DCMS commitment to Information Management Assessment programme
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for Culture Media and Sport’s Permanent Secretary Sue Owen said:

The Department for Culture Media and Sport last undertook an Information Management Assessment (IMA) in 2010. This was...

Speech: 'STEMM education is route to empowerment and leadership for women'
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you to Dr Renu Swarup, Professor Ashutosh Sharma, Professor VijayRaghavan and Ms Sidhu. I am very pleased to be here today to celebrate the first trilateral workshop on women in STEMM and I congratulate...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Kent and Sussex: weekly summary for Monday 28 November to Sunday 4 December 2016.
seen at 10:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 28 November but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our...

Guidance: First registrations (PG1)
seen at 09:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 4.4.4 has been amended as conveyancers can now lodge first registration applications without sending us original deeds and documents.

This guide deals with the procedure to be followed ...

Guidance: Official searches and outline applications (PG12)
seen at 09:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 5.3 has been amended as a result of a resolution of a system issue regarding applications for searches of whole lodged through Business e-services where an application for first registration ...

Guidance: Registration of legal charges and deeds of variation of charge (PG29)
seen at 09:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Section 11 has been amended to refer to the register completion sheet rather than the title information document.

This guide gives advice on the registration of legal charges and deeds of variation...

Guidance: Land Registration Act 2002: Schedule 2
seen at 09:32, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New Direction added and an existing Direction amended to allow conveyancers to lodge certified copy deeds and documents on certain first registration applications.

Under the Land Registration ...

Statistical data set: FE data library: other statistics and research
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: New file titled Offender learning participation (aims) by awarding body, aim title and level (2015/16) uploaded on 28 November 2016.

This section holds other statistics published alongside the ...

Decision: CAC Outcome: Unite the Union & Precision Polymer Engineering (3)
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: TUR1/981(2016) Unite the Union & Precision Polymer Engineering (3) - Acceptance Decision issued.

The decisions set out:

• names of CAC panel members • name of the case manager • issue in...

Guidance: Alcohol Wholesaler Registration Scheme: service availability and issues
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Planned downtime section has been updated.

Latest updates on the availability and any issues affecting the AWRS online service.

Official Statistics: Interim solution for construction output price indices (OPIs) - quarter 3 (July to Sept) 2016
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

National Statistics: Vital statistics: population and health reference tables, summer 2016 update
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Guidance: PHE Screening publications production and review
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

This document provides guidance on the development or revision of PHE Screening publications, including guidance and standards documents, public information leaflets, online content and training publications.

Research and analysis: Pesticide residues in food: rolling monitoring results for 2016
seen at 09:31, 28 November in Search (Our copy).

Updated: September 2016 results added.

We publish rolling results from the government’s monitoring programme to check home-produced and imported food for any pesticide residues.

Monitoring is carried...

News story: Animal medicines seizure : Mr A Dunlop, Omagh County Tyrone
seen at 09:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Evidence provided to show this product was legally supplied.

The following product was seized:

1 x Relaquine 35mg Oral Gel for Horses (POM-V)

This product was seized under Schedule...

Press release: UK - Poland bilateral summit: 28 November 2016
seen at 02:30, 28 November in News and communications (Our copy).
First meeting of it’s kind reflects shared commitment to strengthen our relationship New civil society forum to deepen the ties between our nations Troop deployment next year will reinforce our defence ...