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23 January 2017

Press release: Technical education at heart of modern Industrial Strategy
seen at 20:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

overhaul of technical education to help level the playing field by providing a credible alternative to the academic route – including £170 million new government funding for prestigious Institutes...

Press release: PM unveils plans for a modern Industrial Strategy fit for Global Britain
seen at 20:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).
new ‘sector deals’ and investment in research and development will support the industries of the future where Britain has the potential to lead the world – from electric vehicles to biotech and quantum technologies...
News story: Views sought ahead of review into residential special education
seen at 20:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A call for evidence has today (23 January 2017) been launched to seek views on the educational experiences and outcomes for some of the country’s most vulnerable children.

Minister for Vulnerable...

News story: Developing a modern industrial strategy
seen at 18:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Our economy has great strengths, but while many people, places and businesses are thriving, opportunities and growth are still spread unevenly across the country.

We are developing a modern industrial...

News story: Certification Officer: general announcements and latest decisions
seen at 18:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: New decision issued by the Certification Officer

23 January 2017

Mathewson v NUM

Mr Mathewson made seven complaints alleging the union had breached its rules and one complaint of...

News story: Liam Fox welcomes industrial strategy commitment to UK trade
seen at 18:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Following the launch of the industrial strategy green paper today - International Trade Secretary, Dr Liam Fox, visited a leading advanced technology business in Oxfordshire to reiterate the government’s commitment...

Statistics on the Scottish Safety Camera Programme
seen at 16:31, 23 January in UK Statistics Authority (Our copy).

Letter from Ed Humpherson to Roger Halliday regarding statistics on the Scottish Safety Camera Programme

Two jailed for exploitation and fraud
seen at 16:30, 23 January in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
Two brothers who arranged for vulnerable people to travel to the UK before stealing the majority of their wages have each been jailed for six years today (23 January).
Press release: PM call with President Tajani of the European Parliament: 21 January 2017
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister congratulated President Tajani on his election to the presidency of the European Parliament, and said she was keen to arrange a meeting in London...

Press release: Technical education at heart of modern Industrial Strategy
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

overhaul of technical education to help level the playing field by providing a credible alternative to the academic route – including £170 million new government funding for prestigious Institutes...

News story: Government takes action on county line drug gangs
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Drug gangs using mobiles and couriers to deal remotely in rural areas, including coastal and market towns, will have phones shut down, under new plans announced by the Home Secretary.

The so-called county...

Press release: PM unveils plans for a modern Industrial Strategy fit for Global Britain
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).
new ‘sector deals’ and investment in research and development will support the industries of the future where Britain has the potential to lead the world – from electric vehicles to biotech and quantum technologies...
Press release: Waste site operation to protect workers and the environment
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Environment Agency has joined forces with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) in the North East to carry out combined visits to check waste sites aren’t flouting important legislation.

This ongoing...

Press release: Have your say on plans to widen A12 in Essex
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The project, which will see the widening of the A12 between junction 19 (Boreham interchange) and junction 25 (Marks Tey interchange) in Essex, will reduce congestion, improve safety and boost the economy. It...

Press release: Find out more about updated plans to improve the A63 in Hull
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Motorists, hauliers and local residents are invited to find out more about proposals to improve almost a mile of the A63 in Hull, reducing congestion, and improving the city’s east to west links.

Two ...

Press release: Planned road works in the North West: summary for Monday 23 to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 16:30, 23 January 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 20 January and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Press release: Industrial Strategy will help unlock Northern Ireland's potential
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP said:

The Industrial Strategy is a vital part of the plan set out by the Prime Minister last week to drive growth across the whole...

Speech: Rob Wilson’s speech to the London Library Ambition sector forum
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

I am delighted to join you this morning to support the publication of our new Ambition document. I hope it’s a great opportunity to really look at some of the practical proposals it makes to help libraries thrive...

Press release: Foreign Secretary to meet Aung San Suu Kyi in Burma
seen at 16:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Youtube video attached.

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...

News story: Developing a modern industrial strategy
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Our economy has great strengths, but while many people, places and businesses are thriving, opportunities and growth are still spread unevenly across the country.

We are developing a modern industrial...

News story: Marine plan development workshops announced
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Marine Management Organisation has announced a new series of marine planning workshops for the north east, north west, south east and south west marine plan areas.

The workshops are part of the next...

Press release: CMA consults on changes to merger investigations in smaller markets
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has a duty to refer mergers for an in-depth, phase 2 investigation if they could lead to a substantial lessening of competition (SLC). However, in certain circumstances...

Press release: North Dene footbridge to be replaced
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The existing footbridge which is beginning to show signs of wear and tear will be replaced with a new steel structure which will be in place by the end of February.

The existing concrete bridge deck will...

Press release: Planned roadworks in and around the M25: weekly summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 20 January 2017 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Kent and Sussex: weekly summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 19 January but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Central Southern England: weekly summary for Monday 23 to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 20 January but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All our...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Yorkshire and the Humber: summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January 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 20 January and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the North East: summary for Monday 23 to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January 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 20 January but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Press release: Planned roadworks in the East of England: weekly summary for Monday 23 to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January 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. All our...

Press release: Planned roadworks in West Midlands: weekly summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The following summary of planned new and ongoing road improvements over the coming week is correct as of 20 January 2017 but could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. All...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Devon and Cornwall: weekly summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

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

Press release: Planned roadworks in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset, BANES, Wiltshire, West Dorset and Devon: weekly summary for Monday 23 January to Sunday 29 January 2017
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

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

Press release: Work to start on Gateshead bridge
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Highways England will be replacing the bridge joints on both sides of the carriageway between junction 73 (Derwenthaugh) and junction 74 (Scotswood).

Work will start on the southbound carriageway and ...

Press release: Charity trustees censured over repeated failure to file accounts
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Charity Commission has today concluded its inquiry into Apostolic Faith Mission International Ministries UK (registered charity number 1096543). The Commission investigated the charity after...

News story: Chief of the Defence Staff strengthens UK – Romania Defence ties
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

He today welcomed to London General Nicolae-lonel Ciucă, Chief of the General Staff of the Romanian Armed Forces, to discuss mutual interests and strengthen Defence ties. This follows Defence Secretary Sir Michael...

News story: Air pollution advice to the public
seen at 14:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Widespread moderate and high air pollution levels are currently being measured across many parts of the UK due to still and foggy weather conditions, with some isolated pockets of very high pollution mainly...

News story: Certification Office: mergers
seen at 11:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: The Union of Construction, Allied Trades and Technicians (UCATT) merged into Unite the Union on 1 January 2017. Please note that UCATT ceased to exist from 1 January 2017 and has been removed from the...

News story: Regional policy vacancies at the IPO
seen at 11:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

This is an exciting time to join the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) as we embark on a new way of working!

In light of the evolving business support landscape, devolution agenda within England and ...

News story: Three Hundreds of Chiltern: Tristram Hunt
seen at 11:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has this day (23 January 2017) appointed Tristram Julian William Hunt to be Steward and Bailiff of the Three Hundreds of Chiltern.

News story: Manor of Northstead: Jamie Reed
seen at 11:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

The Chancellor of the Exchequer has this day (23 January 2017) appointed Jamieson Ronald Reed to be Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead.

Press release: December 2016 Transaction Data
seen at 11:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

In December:

Land Registry completed more than 1,271,900 applications the South East topped the table of regional applications with 295,204 Birmingham topped the table of local authority applications...
News story: Developing a modern industrial strategy
seen at 10:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Our economy has great strengths, but while many people, places and businesses are thriving, opportunities and growth are still spread unevenly across the country.

We are developing a modern industrial...

News story: National Apprenticeship Awards 2016 winners announced
seen at 09:30, 23 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...

Speech: 'Building holistic support for women survivors of burn violence'
seen at 09:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

Like all of us, I owe much to my parents. But it’s probably fair to say that the best gift I had was an unintentional one, that I was born as a man. The fairer sex are without question treated worse than men ...

News story: CMA accepts remedies in convenience store merger
seen at 09:30, 23 January in News and communications (Our copy).

On 19 October the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced that the Co-operative Foodstores Ltd’s (Co-op) acquisition of 8 My Local convenience stores gave rise to competition concerns only in...