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06 February 2017

Statement to Parliament: PM statement on European Council: 6 February 2017
seen at 21:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Speaker, before I turn to the European Council, I am sure the whole House will want to join me in sending our congratulations to Her Majesty the Queen as she marks her Sapphire Jubilee today.

It is...

Former teacher at boys' school convicted of indecent assaults
seen at 18:30, 6 February in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
A former master at a prestigious private school has been found guilty of indecently assaulting pupils he taught, over more than a decade.
Press release: Planned roadworks in the North West: summary for Monday 6 to Sunday 12 February 2017
seen at 18:30, 6 February 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 3 February and 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 6 to Sunday 12 February 2017
seen at 18:30, 6 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. All our...

Press release: Planned roadworks in Devon and Cornwall: weekly summary for Monday 6 February to Sunday 12 February 2017
seen at 18:30, 6 February 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 Yorkshire and the Humber: summary for Monday 6 February to Sunday 12 February 2017
seen at 18:30, 6 February 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 3 February and could be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances. ...

Press release: New safety measures for A47 in Norfolk
seen at 18:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The improvements, to the A47 Acle Straight as the road passes through The Broads, are due to begin on Monday 13 February, and come ahead of consultations into major upgrades elsewhere on the A47 that will start...

News story: Innovative uses of data for defence staff: apply for funding
seen at 18:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has up to £3 million to invest in innovative new technologies, processes and ways of operating that improve the ability of defence staff to analyse and exploit data...

News story: PM meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: 6 February 2017
seen at 18:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister hosted Prime Minister Netanyahu at Downing Street today for their first bilateral meeting and a working lunch.

In their discussions, ...

Speech: Greg Hands speech to British Chamber of Commerce in Germany
seen at 16:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you to the British Chamber of Commerce in Germany for inviting me to speak at your annual gala. I accepted the invitation from Peter Brock immediately.

Not only because I have some important messages...

News story: Certification Officer: forthcoming hearings
seen at 16:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: hearing date

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News story: Venturefest Bristol and Bath: exploring future cities innovation
seen at 16:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Venturefest Bristol and Bath 2017 opened last week with a seminar on future cities. Leading businesses from the region discussed the technologies and challenges involved in developing cities that are fit for ...

Press release: Garage owner disqualified for trading whilst insolvent
seen at 16:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Note added to clarify that the new occupier of the Pontyclun premises is an unrelated business.

Mr Williams (61) also personally benefitted by causing £107,200 in transactions to the ...

Call for Evidence: Scottish Climate Change Bill
seen at 14:30, 6 February in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

The Scottish Government has committed to introducing a new Scottish Climate Change Bill. Recognising progress in Scotland and the Paris Agreement, this will include an ambitious new target of reducing emissions...

Call for Evidence: Welsh Carbon Budgets
seen at 14:30, 6 February in Climate Change Committee (Our copy).

Read this page in Welsh.

The Environment (Wales) Act received Royal Assent in March 2016. It sets a 2050 target to reduce emissions by at least 80% and provides the legislative framework for establishing...

Zakaria Bulhan pleads guilty in Russell Square stabbing case
seen at 14:30, 6 February in Crown Prosecution Service Press Releases (Our copy).
A teenager has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in respect of the killing of an American woman in Russell Square during a series of random stabbings on August 3 last year.
Speech: David Currie on the role of competition in stimulating innovation
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

It is a great pleasure and privilege to give the opening speech to this conference on innovation economics. I am grateful to King’s College and Concurrences for organising such an important conference and for...

Speech: First Sea Lord speech on the Royal Navy in 2017
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

After 23 years as a member, 2 on the Committee and nearly 6 on the Navy Board, it’s a pleasure to attend Founders Day as First Sea Lord and to share a few insights with you as I approach my first anniversary ...

News story: New powers to crack down on laser attacks
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

People shining laser pens to distract pilots, train and bus drivers could face fines of thousands of pounds or a jail sentence under stronger new powers designed to protect the public.

Shining lasers ...

Press release: Government launches first sale from the student loan book
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The government has today (6 February 2017) announced that the process to start selling part of the English student loan book as previously announced and subsequently confirmed in the autumn statement...

News story: MMO calls for feedback on marine planning
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

A questionnaire on the first outputs of marine planning in the north east, north west, south east and south west has been launched.

The questionnaire, which is open until Friday 31 March 2017, ...

Press release: Foreign Secretary at EU Foreign Affairs Council
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said:

We will be doing a bit on Libya this morning. Talking about the needs to unify the east and the west of the country, build on the Libya political agreement, seeing...

Press release: PM congratulates the Queen on her Sapphire Jubilee
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Prime Minister Theresa May said:

Today’s Sapphire Jubilee marks yet another remarkable milestone for our remarkable Queen.

I know the nation will join with me today in celebrating and giving...

News story: Recovering the cost of NHS treatments given to overseas visitors
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

New regulations requiring all hospitals to check upfront whether patients are eligible for free NHS treatment will be in place under plans to recover the cost of health treatments provided to patients not ordinarily...

Press release: Five guilty of illegally fishing in Nottinghamshire
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Fishing without a licence has landed five Nottinghamshire anglers with penalties totalling more than £3,500.

Shaun Ryan of Bentinck Close in Newark, Teresa Cotton of Bramerton Road in Nottingham...

News story: Defence Secretary praises 'good partners' Croatia during visit
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Sir Michael Fallon welcomed Croatia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Damir Krstičević to sign an agreement aimed at developing existing security and Defence relations.

At the Ministry of Defence...

News story: Business Secretary and TUC host corporate governance roundtable
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Experts from top businesses, institutional investors, unions and academia also took part in the discussion as part of a series of events to help inform the Government’s consultation on corporate governance reform...

Press release: Patel: Syria progress at risk without new push in 2017
seen at 14:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to include a visual news story video.

International Development Secretary Priti Patel today warned that international efforts must be redoubled if the much needed humanitarian pledges made...

News story: European referral of veterinary medicines containing zinc oxide: Call for evidence
seen at 11:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Previous news story regarding the European referral outcome

The deadline for submission of responses is: 11:59pm 21 February

The EMA’s Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products (CVMP) concluded...

News story: Foreign Secretary at EU Foreign Affairs Council
seen at 11:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said:

We will be doing a bit on Libya this morning. Talking about the needs to unify the east and the west of the country, build on the Libya political agreement, seeing...

News story: Surveillance Camera Commissioner contract extended
seen at 11:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Porter, who previously held roles in business and law enforcement, including as Temporary Assistant Chief Constable at Greater Manchester Police and Vice President Head of Physical Security Intelligence at...

Speech: British High Commissioner's speech at the launch of the African Science Academy
seen at 11:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Ladies and Gentlemen, it is a pleasure to be with you today to mark the official launch of the African Science Academy in Ghana.

Every single person here has, in some way, contributed to the success of...

Press release: HMRC wins ‘alternative money’ lap dance case
seen at 11:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

Wiltonpark LTD, owner of five London-based ‘gentlemen’s clubs’ branded ‘Secrets’, has lost its tax battle with HM Revenue and Customs and now faces a tax bill estimated at more than half a million pounds.

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Ski Sunday 12 Feb BBC2 1700 GMT
seen at 10:30, 6 February in GEO - GEO (Our copy).

An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how The British Army is using ski touring to train personnel.

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News story: Social hub takes shape at Worthy Down
seen at 10:30, 6 February in News and communications (Our copy).

The new building, which is part of a &pound;250 million tri-service facility that DIO is building at Worthy Down in Hampshire, includes four bars, a large dining room, kitchens, recreational, food court and...