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20 January 2017

News story: National Apprenticeship Awards 2016 winners announced
seen at 23:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Six employers ranging from small employer Ebsford Environmental Ltd to macro employer Mitie Group Plc and three apprentices were recognised for their commitment to apprenticeships in the 13th year of the National...

News story: National Apprenticeship Awards 2016 winners announced
seen at 22:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Six employers ranging from small employer Ebsford Environmental Ltd to macro employer Mitie Group Plc and three apprentices were recognised for their commitment to apprenticeships in the 13th year of the National...

Press release: Secretary of State's personal thank you to Martin McGuinness
seen at 21:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

I am sorry that Martin McGuiness has announced his retirement from front-line political office. His contribution to the politics of Northern Ireland has been highly significant.

Martin’s personal...

Press release: Avian influenza (bird flu) identified at Lincolnshire farm
seen at 20:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include lifting of all restrictions on the premises on 18 January.

On 18 January 2017 all restrictions were lifted around the premises near Louth. Restrictions remain in place for...

Press release: Foreign Secretary congratulates President Donald Trump
seen at 20:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Foreign Secretary said:

I want to offer my warmest congratulations to President Donald Trump on acceding to the most important political office in the world and I know that billions of people will...

News story: Avian influenza (bird flu) in winter 2016 to 2017
seen at 18:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to reflect latest advice

Avian influenza (bird flu) is a disease of birds. The H5N8 strain of the disease has been found in wild and farmed birds in the UK. A number of measures are in ...

Press release: Minister confirms Farm Animal Welfare Committee reappointments
seen at 18:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Defra’s Animal Welfare Minister, Lord Gardiner, has confirmed the re-appointment of 9 members of the Farm Animal Welfare Committee.

The committee advises Defra and the devolved administrations ...

Candidate for Next Chair of the UK Statistics Authority Announced
seen at 16:30, 20 January in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Following an open recruitment exercise Sir David Norgrove has been selected as the preferred candidate for appointment as the next Chair of the UK Statistics Authority. The Public Administration and Constitutional...

Speech: Davos 2017: Chancellor’s speech at the CBI’s British business Leaders Lunch
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The theme of this year’s conference is ‘responsive and responsible’ leadership.

It’s quite clear why this title was chosen.

That leadership has never been more necessary as we leave 2016 behind...

Speech: Speech to the national automatic number plate recognition conference
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Hello. It’s great to be invited back to address this meeting. This is my third year as Surveillance Camera Commissioner. So, what will I discuss today?

Firstly, my role, a brief resume. Secondly, where...

Press release: Have your say on flood defences in Bampton and Tiverton
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Environment Agency wants views from residents of two Devon towns on proposed flood defences.

Drop-in sessions have been arranged for people in Bampton and Tiverton to see plans to reduce flood risk...

News story: Insolvency Service forms: removal and replacement
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

From 6 April 2017, as part of the changes introduced by the Insolvency (England & Wales) Rules 2016, all statutory forms relating to insolvency procedures will be withdrawn. These will be replaced with documents...

News story: UK Statistics Authority chair appointment
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Minister for the Cabinet Office Ben Gummer has today announced Sir David Norgrove as the government’s preferred candidate for the role of Chair of the UK Statistics Authority.

Ben Gummer has...

News story: Welsh Secretary visits Spectrum Technologies
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Spectrum Technologies is a world leader in the design and manufacture of specialised state-of-the-art industrial laser systems. The company has its headquarters in Bridgend, Wales, UK where it undertakes design...

News story: CMA looks to help companies with disclosure process
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

In November, external legal and economic advisers, in-house counsel and regulators joined Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) staff to discuss how, in its investigations, the CMA can best balance its duty...

News story: X-Forces strengthens Covenant commitment to create more business success stories
seen at 16:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

X-Forces, a social enterprise dedicated to helping ex-military members kick-start their own businesses, renewed their support to the Armed Forces alongside Chief of Defence People, Lieutenant General Richard ...

Church House
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Church House in Lübbecke offers great conference facilities & residential training sessions.

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Army FA, Basic Referee Courses
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

2017 dates

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Resettlement Centre
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

January and February activities

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Babcock Support Services Germany (BSSG)
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

New Customer Service Facilities

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41 AEC Brochure
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Spring Term 2017 Courses

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BFG Motor Insurance
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Keeping down the cost.

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AWS Courses
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Safeguarding courses and Mental Health First Aid courses in 2017.

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AFF Germany Roadshow
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Q&As attached for information.

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Military Spouse?
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Looking for a Job?

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SSAFA Short Breaks
seen at 14:30, 20 January in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

Short Breaks and Volunteer

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News story: IP connect newsletter: January 2017
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

If you would like to subscribe please register with GovDelivery.

IP connect issue 41: January 2017 (PDF, 469KB, 7 pages)

News story: Third Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme levy announced
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment Scheme (DMPS) is designed to provide compensation for people suffering from diffuse mesothelioma, a cancer tied to exposure to asbestos, or for the families of those who have ...

News story: Email scam warning
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Contact details for Action Fraud added.

These emails have not been sent by the Insolvency Service.

If you receive an email like this you should delete it. Do not click on any links contained...

Press release: Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Madagascar
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Dr Phil Boyle has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Madagascar in succession to Mr Tim Smart, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Dr Boyle will take up...

News story: UK To Expand Support To Ukraine’s Armed Forces
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has said that the United Kingdom stands firmly alongside Ukraine as the British Army prepares to broaden its already extended training package to all of the country’s armed...

Press release: Public information exhibitions for shortlisted A5036 options
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

People living around the A5036 Port of Liverpool route in Merseyside are being reminded that public information exhibitions on shortlisted options for its replacement or improvement will get underway next week...

Press release: Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Michael Gifford has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Kazakhstan in succession to Dr Carolyn Browne, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Gifford...

Press release: Privy Council appointment: Sir Julian Flaux
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Queen has been pleased to approve that Sir Julian Martin Flaux be sworn of Her Majesty’s most Honourable Privy Council following his appointment as a Lord Justice of Appeal.

News story: Civil news: our approach to civil legal aid work from 2018
seen at 14:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A headline intentions document is now available setting out our approach for civil legal aid contracts from 2018. We intend to award new contracts with services starting from 1 April 2018. The new contracts will...

Speech: Speech to the national automatic number plate recognition conference
seen at 11:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Hello. It’s great to be invited back to address this meeting. This is my third year as Surveillance Camera Commissioner. So, what will I discuss today?

Firstly, my role, a brief resume. Secondly, where...

News story: Update: air strikes against Daesh
seen at 11:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: update

Summary

Monday 16 January – Typhoons attacked three Daesh targets in and around Mosul, while a Reaper supported Iraqi troops in close combat in the east of the city.

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Press release: Thousands of apprentices set to transform the public sector
seen at 10:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Skills Minister Robert Halfon has today (20 January 2017) announced that the Department for Education (DfE) is setting the public sector a target of recruiting 200,000 more apprentices by 2020.

This reform...

Press release: Foreign Secretary to meet Aung San Suu Kyi in Burma
seen at 09:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

In the capital city Naypyitaw, the Foreign Secretary will meet State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi to reaffirm the UK’s support for Burma’s transition to democracy and the government’s efforts to reinvigorate the...

Press release: Cleanroom laundry businesses alleged to have broken competition law
seen at 09:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

In its statement of objections issued to the parties today, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) provisionally finds that, from May 2012 to February 2016, the suppliers, which also provide certain associated...

News story: Certification Office: mergers
seen at 09:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Broadcasting Entertainment Cinematograph and Theatre Union merged into Prospect on 1 January 2017. Please note that Broadcasting Entertainment Cinematograph and Theatre Union ceased to exist from 1 ...

Press release: Communities set for cash boost to start new wave of action along Great British Coast
seen at 02:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Coastal Communities Minister Andrew Percy today (20 January 2017) gave seaside areas a cash boost and urged an army of activists to help revitalise our Great British coast.

Mr Percy announced that a further...

News story: Search underway for company to build HS2 trains in £2.75 billion government rail investment
seen at 02:30, 20 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The hunt for a company to design, build and maintain a fleet of state-of-the-art high speed trains for Britain’s HS2 network was launched today ( 20 January 2017) by Transport Secretary Chris Grayling.

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