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16 April 2018

Press release: PM meeting with President of Nigeria: 16 April 2018
seen at 23:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister had a bilateral meeting with President Buhari of Nigeria at Downing Street today.

They agreed that the UK and Nigeria were strong and...

Press release: PM to pledge commitment to education and fighting malaria in wide-reaching Commonwealth speech
seen at 23:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Theresa May will today pledge £212 million to make sure children living in developing Commonwealth countries receive 12 years of quality education. She will also call on leaders to commit to halving...

Speech: Global economic outlook: trade, growth and the Commonwealth
seen at 22:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Hello and let me add my welcome to London, and to the Commonwealth Business Forum.

It is great to see so many of you here, at what I am sure will be a very worthwhile and successful event.

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Speech: Preventing sexual violence in conflict
seen at 22:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you very much, Mr President.

And as a number of speakers have noted today, the United Charter makes clear that the United Nations itself was established to protect the dignity and worth of the human...

Transparency data: Crown Commercial Service prompt payment data
seen at 20:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 2017/18 full data uploaded.

From 1 April 2015 all central government departments and their executive agencies and non-departmental public bodies, are required to report on their prompt payment ...

Transparency data: HM Treasury group payment performance
seen at 20:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated HM Treasury group prompt payment reporting document

HM Treasury aims to reduce invoice payment times to 5 working days. All valid goods and services invoices received are paid as soon ...

FOI release: A120 – Cycle route between Birchanger and Stansted Airport
seen at 20:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

A request was made under Freedom of Information Act for the total cost of the works during 2017-2018 including specifically signing costs.

Consultation outcome: The proposed introduction of the Offshore Environmental Civil Sanctions Regulations 2018
seen at 20:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response published.

We’re seeking stakeholders’ views on proposals to introduce powers, via The Offshore Environmental Civil Sanctions Regulations 2018, to enable the Department for ...

Policy paper: Clean Growth Strategy
seen at 20:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added correction slip.

This strategy sets out our proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy through the 2020s. It explains how the whole country can benefit from low carbon opportunities...

Press release: New team to help Commonwealth citizens confirm their status in the UK
seen at 20:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The new dedicated team will work across government to help individuals identify and gather evidence to confirm their existing right to be in the UK. The team will include a dedicated contact point and aim to ...

Press release: Bridging payments delivered to 3,200 farmers
seen at 20:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

More than 96% of farmers in England signed up to the 2017 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) have now received their full payments and the RPA is working to make the remaining 4% of payments which require more complex...

Guidance: Direct Earnings Attachment: an employers' guide
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the payments address in the Direct Earnings Attachment guides and form.

As an employer, you may be asked to deduct money an employee owes the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) from...

Guidance: Financial sanctions, Democratic Republic of the Congo
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest HM Treasury notice 16/04/2018, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Reg 2018/566)

In 2005 the UN Security Council imposed an assets freeze and travel restrictions on persons...

Guidance: Multilateral convention to implement tax treaty related measures to prevent base erosion and profit shifting
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The UK signed the MLI in Paris on 7 June 2017. It’s not yet in force in the UK.

The MLI will enter into force in the UK on the first day of the month following the expiration of a period of 3 calendar...

Guidance: Manorbier range firing/flying notice
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the Manorbier firing notice for May 2018.

The firing times presented in PDF format are web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberrys, smart phones and tablets.

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Guidance: Check the status of tax policy consultations
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated consultation tracker published.

This spreadsheet lists tax policy consultations and any resulting legislation.

Guidance: Code of practice for the welfare of horses, ponies, donkeys and their hybrids
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information on a “suitably qualified person” added. Also added more information on choosing an appropriate horse; minimum sizes for stables; importance of humane, effective and safe training; use of ...

Guidance: Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 - codes of practice
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

These codes – one new and one revised – provide guidance on the appropriate and proportionate use of POCA powers. The codes above cover:

the exercise of search powers to recover cash the exercise of...
Guidance: Free school meals: guidance for schools and local authorities
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to confirm manual checking arrangements for the self-employed.

This document is for:

local authorities local-authority-maintained schools academies free schools

It provides...

Guidance: Fingerprint source book v2 (second edition)
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated chapter 3: Chemical and Physical Processes, page 287 (3.IND.14), 3.18, table: ‘Formulation of 1,2 indandione used in 2015-­2016 comparative trials [24]’: the methanol quantity is 45mL instead...

Transparency data: Crown Commercial Service prompt payment data
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: 2017/18 full data uploaded.

From 1 April 2015 all central government departments and their executive agencies and non-departmental public bodies, are required to report on their prompt payment ...

Transparency data: HM Treasury group payment performance
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated HM Treasury group prompt payment reporting document

HM Treasury aims to reduce invoice payment times to 5 working days. All valid goods and services invoices received are paid as soon ...

FOI release: A120 – Cycle route between Birchanger and Stansted Airport
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

A request was made under Freedom of Information Act for the total cost of the works during 2017-2018 including specifically signing costs.

Consultation outcome: The proposed introduction of the Offshore Environmental Civil Sanctions Regulations 2018
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Government response published.

We’re seeking stakeholders’ views on proposals to introduce powers, via The Offshore Environmental Civil Sanctions Regulations 2018, to enable the Department for ...

Policy paper: Clean Growth Strategy
seen at 18:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added correction slip.

This strategy sets out our proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy through the 2020s. It explains how the whole country can benefit from low carbon opportunities...

News story: Government announces appointment of 3 new Acas council members
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has today (16 April 2018) announced new appointments to the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) council.

Susan...

Press release: Dr Fox announces measures to strengthen commonwealth trade ties
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

As the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) starts this week, the Prime Minister and International Trade Secretary, Dr Liam Fox, will today (Monday 16th April) set out new measures to improve...

Speech: PM statement on Syria: 16 April 2018
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Mr Speaker, before I come to the substance of my statement I am sure the whole House will wish to join me in offering our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sergeant Matt Tonroe from the 3rd Battalion...

News story: Security in our court and tribunal buildings
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Add reference to glass bottles.

We want HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) to be a safe and secure environment for all our users. To avoid delays, speed up entry, and to ensure people’s ...

Press release: PM calls with Netanyahu, Juncker and Tajani: 14-15 April 2018
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

Over the weekend the Prime Minister had separate phone calls with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker...

Press release: UK joins International Solar Alliance to help provide over 1 billion of the world’s poorest people with clean, affordable energy
seen at 18:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The UK is joining the Indian-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) to give over 1 billion of the world’s poorest people access to cheap, clean, renewable energy, the International Development Secretary Penny...

Form: Capital payments and receipts return
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added CPR4: capital payments and receipts return 2017 to 2018 forms and guidance.

CPR form to be completed by local authorities, along with accompanying guidance notes.

Promotional material: Haemoglobin C carrier: description in brief
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated copyright and use of personal data information.

A blood test can identify adults who carry a gene for haemoglobin type C.

This document explains about being a carrier and how this...

Decision: Tricoya Ventures UK Limited: direction on Environment Agency functions
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to correct a typographical error.

This direction gives the Environment Agency (rather than the relevant local authority) the role of regulating Tricoya Ventures UK Limited for the operation...

Guidance: Preston Guidance: April 2018
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Following the European Court of Justice and House of Lords’ rulings in 2000/2001 in favour of part-timers gaining retrospective access to occupational pension schemes, provided they meet the necessary legal requirements...

Guidance: Civil marriages and partnerships: approved premises list
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of approved premises for civil marriages and partnerships.

This document provides a list of premises that have been approved for civil marriages and civil partnerships in England and...

Guidance: Places of worship registered for marriage
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of places of worship registered for marriage.

This list shows which premises have been registered for marriages under the Marriage Act, both for the marriage of opposite sex and same...

Transparency data: NDA hospitality and gifts register
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest version added.

Spreadsheet including name of employee offered the hospitality/gift, date on which it took place, nature of hospitality/gift, estimated value, organisation giving the hospitality...

International treaty: Spain: tax treaties
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Spain-UK MoU on Article 25 Mutual Agreement Procedure - in force has been added.

2013 Double Taxation Convention

The double taxation convention entered into force on 12 June 2014.

...

Official Statistics: VMD Published Standards 2017 to 2018: Monitoring Performance
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2018 performance report added

Report showing how the VMD is performing against our published standards for 2017 to 2018 (previously published in MAVIS).

Correspondence: eNews from GAD: issue 31, April 2018
seen at 16:50, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Welcome to eNews – GAD’s regular newsletter. Early this year GAD actuaries presented at the Analytical Function conference. This annual event gathers together UK public sector analytical professionals, a community...

Guidance: Direct Earnings Attachment: an employers' guide
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated the payments address in the Direct Earnings Attachment guides and form.

As an employer, you may be asked to deduct money an employee owes the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) from...

Guidance: Who is subject to financial sanctions in the UK?
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest HM Treasury notice 16/04/2018, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Reg 2018/566)

The Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI) publishes a list of all those subject ...

Guidance: Financial sanctions, Democratic Republic of the Congo
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest HM Treasury notice 16/04/2018, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Reg 2018/566)

In 2005 the UN Security Council imposed an assets freeze and travel restrictions on persons...

Guidance: Multilateral convention to implement tax treaty related measures to prevent base erosion and profit shifting
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The UK signed the MLI in Paris on 7 June 2017. It’s not yet in force in the UK.

The MLI will enter into force in the UK on the first day of the month following the expiration of a period of 3 calendar...

Guidance: Manorbier range firing/flying notice
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added the Manorbier firing notice for May 2018.

The firing times presented in PDF format are web browseable and accessible on mobile devices such as Blackberrys, smart phones and tablets.

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Guidance: Waste carrier, broker and dealer registration renewals due after 25 March 2018: RPS 208
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Environment Agency has extended this RPS until June 2018. This is because the upgraded online registration system may not be ready until June 2018.

This regulatory position statement (RPS) ...

Guidance: Check the status of tax policy consultations
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated consultation tracker published.

This spreadsheet lists tax policy consultations and any resulting legislation.

Guidance: Civil Service: helping you with managing suppliers and contracts
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

To support existing good practice, the Civil Service is investing in training to help you do this part of your job well. Your skill set will also be recognised through accreditation. Read this guidance to see...

Guidance: Use a formation agent to register your company
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: update to @UKPLC details

This guide contains information on what services agents offer and a list of agents authorised to incorporate companies electronically with Companies House.

Guidance: Code of practice for the welfare of horses, ponies, donkeys and their hybrids
seen at 16:49, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Information on a “suitably qualified person” added. Also added more information on choosing an appropriate horse; minimum sizes for stables; importance of humane, effective and safe training; use of ...

Guidance: Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 - codes of practice
seen at 16:48, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

These codes – one new and one revised – provide guidance on the appropriate and proportionate use of POCA powers. The codes above cover:

the exercise of search powers to recover cash the exercise of...
Notice: DT10 2RY, Mr Paul Ross: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:48, 16 April 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: DT11 8JN, Mr Edward Brown: environmental permit application advertisement
seen at 16:48, 16 April 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: Free school meals: guidance for schools and local authorities
seen at 16:48, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to confirm manual checking arrangements for the self-employed.

This document is for:

local authorities local-authority-maintained schools academies free schools

It provides...

Guidance: Fingerprint source book v2 (second edition)
seen at 16:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated chapter 3: Chemical and Physical Processes, page 287 (3.IND.14), 3.18, table: ‘Formulation of 1,2 indandione used in 2015-­2016 comparative trials [24]’: the methanol quantity is 45mL instead...

NERC building resilience projects showcased at Commonwealth summit
seen at 16:32, 16 April in NERC news (Our copy).

Researchers helping to boost resilience to natural disasters in developing countries using innovative risk financing schemes showcased their work today as part of the Commonwealth summit.

Speech: Our military action will degrade the Syrian regime's chemical weapons use: statement by Karen Pierce
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr President.

Mr President, these are uncertain times and today we deal with exceptional circumstance. Acting with our American and French allies in the early hours of this morning, the United...

Speech: New Chair of Charity Commission gives first major speech
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning

I am delighted to be here with you this morning. It is great to be among so many people involved in such a wide range of charitable endeavours. Thank you for having me here.

This ...

News story: Foreign Secretary announces £1.6 million for women in conflict mediation
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Championing girls’ education to promote global stability will be at the heart of UK foreign policy to positively transform the lives of women and girls in conflict.

Women and girls are disproportionately...

News story: Minister for Africa discusses economic cooperation in Angola
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Harriett Baldwin, Minister for Africa at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Department for International Development met senior ministers of the new Angolan government between 12-13 April, as well as...

News story: UK reaffirms African military commitments after five-nation visit
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The reaffirmation was made by Mark Lancaster following a week-long visit to the continent that took in a wealth of projects in Rwanda, Somalia, Kenya, South Sudan and Ethiopia.

Minister for Armed Forces...

News story: Crime news: improvements to Defence Solicitor Call Centre website
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

New features are available on the DSCC website when viewing and making real time amendments to information about your firm.

This means it is easier to make online changes yourself rather than requesting...

News story: Sellafield in conversation
seen at 16:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Earlier this month we filmed a series of conversations with a group of employees from across the business. They talked about:

Cleaning up Sellafield

Cleaning up Sellafield

How Sellafield is...
Guidance: Algerian Family Code
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The following document has been prepared by the British Embassy Algiers for the convenience of British Nationals who may find this information helpful. It is a non-official translation of some sections from the...

Independent report: Police Remuneration Review Body 3rd report: 2017 Northern Ireland
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the PRRB’s analysis of evidence from relevant organisations and makes recommendations on the pay and allowances of police officers in Northern Ireland. The Permanent Secretary of the Department...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Dartmoor six week firing notice for the week commencing 16 April 2018.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices...

Guidance: Community Investment Tax Relief
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'Guide to calculate the de minimis aid for companies' has been updated to clarify commercial rate.

The CITR scheme encourages investment in disadvantaged communities by giving tax relief to...

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report for 2018
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 15, 2018.

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

Older weekly NOIDS causative...

Form: Capital payments and receipts return
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added CPR4: capital payments and receipts return 2017 to 2018 forms and guidance.

CPR form to be completed by local authorities, along with accompanying guidance notes.

Promotional material: Haemoglobin C carrier: description in brief
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated copyright and use of personal data information.

A blood test can identify adults who carry a gene for haemoglobin type C.

This document explains about being a carrier and how this...

Decision: Tricoya Ventures UK Limited: direction on Environment Agency functions
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated to correct a typographical error.

This direction gives the Environment Agency (rather than the relevant local authority) the role of regulating Tricoya Ventures UK Limited for the operation...

Guidance: Preston Guidance: April 2018
seen at 14:36, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Following the European Court of Justice and House of Lords’ rulings in 2000/2001 in favour of part-timers gaining retrospective access to occupational pension schemes, provided they meet the necessary legal requirements...

Guidance: Civil marriages and partnerships: approved premises list
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of approved premises for civil marriages and partnerships.

This document provides a list of premises that have been approved for civil marriages and civil partnerships in England and...

Guidance: Places of worship registered for marriage
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated list of places of worship registered for marriage.

This list shows which premises have been registered for marriages under the Marriage Act, both for the marriage of opposite sex and same...

Guidance: Accreditation of GCSEs and A levels for teaching from 2018
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Pearson (Edexcel) A level Urdu and GCSE Biblical Hebrew accredited.

The timetable shows the dates by which exam boards have to send their specifications to Ofqual for consideration. As we receive...

Transparency data: NDA hospitality and gifts register
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Latest version added.

Spreadsheet including name of employee offered the hospitality/gift, date on which it took place, nature of hospitality/gift, estimated value, organisation giving the hospitality...

International treaty: Spain: tax treaties
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The Spain-UK MoU on Article 25 Mutual Agreement Procedure - in force has been added.

2013 Double Taxation Convention

The double taxation convention entered into force on 12 June 2014.

...

Official Statistics: VMD Published Standards 2017 to 2018: Monitoring Performance
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2018 performance report added

Report showing how the VMD is performing against our published standards for 2017 to 2018 (previously published in MAVIS).

Guidance: MCA approved doctors UK based
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated MCA Approved Doctors in UK 17 April 2018

This list is for seafarers who need to get an ENG1 medical fitness certificate, and to find a Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) approved doctor...

Correspondence: eNews from GAD: issue 31, April 2018
seen at 14:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Welcome to eNews – GAD’s regular newsletter. Early this year GAD actuaries presented at the Analytical Function conference. This annual event gathers together UK public sector analytical professionals, a community...

Speech: The use of chemical weapons in Syria cannot be allowed to go unchallenged
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you very much indeed Mr President. And thank you to the Secretary-General. Secretary-General you gave us a catalogue of danger in the Middle East, including Gaza, Yemen and Iraq. It is no disrespect to ...

Speech: Our military action will degrade the Syrian regime's chemical weapons use: statement by Karen Pierce
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr President.

Mr President, these are uncertain times and today we deal with exceptional circumstance. Acting with our American and French allies in the early hours of this morning, the United...

Speech: Airstrikes show we stand up for principle and civilised values: article by Boris Johnson
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

There is a very simple reason why it was right for the UK to join our closest allies in launching strikes against the Asad military machine.

This is about our collective future. It is about the kind of...

Press release: Action on trade and inclusivity to benefit all Commonwealth citizens
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Already accounting for one fifth of global trade, with intra-Commonwealth trade valued at $560 billion and estimated to rise to $700 billion by 2020, the organisation holds vast potential for future growth. New...

Press release: UK aid to help eliminate the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness across poorest countries in the Commonwealth by 2020
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Millions of people across the Commonwealth will be free of blinding trachoma as the UK steps up its support to tackle this ancient and avoidable disease, the International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt...

Speech: UK statement to the OPCW on the use of chemical weapons in Douma, Syria
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr Chair,

I am grateful to the Director General for his update on the OPCW’s investigation into the horrific chemical weapons attack on 7 April in Douma, Syria. The Technical Secretariat has...

Press release: Carillion: Official Receiver's update
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

A spokesperson for the Official Receiver said:

A further 835 jobs have been saved with employees transferring to new suppliers who have picked up contracts that Carillion had been delivering. Close...

Press release: International Development Secretary hails role of innovation and finance in helping developing countries to build back better after natural disasters
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt will today highlight the important role that science, innovation and the City of London can play in helping developing countries build resilience against and...

Speech: PM speaks at the Commonwealth Business Forum: 16 April 2018
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning everyone.

I would like to start by thanking the Lord Mayor for hosting us here today at the beautiful Guildhall, the home of the City of London’s administrators for almost 600 years.

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Speech: New Chair of Charity Commission gives first major speech
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Good morning

I am delighted to be here with you this morning. It is great to be among so many people involved in such a wide range of charitable endeavours. Thank you for having me here.

This ...

Press release: People urged to have their say on A303 Stonehenge upgrade
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Around 1,300 people attended a total of 14 public information events since consultation launched on 8 February, and this is the last chance for people to give their views on proposals to dual the 8-mile section...

News story: Foreign Secretary announces £1.6m for women in conflict mediation
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Championing girls’ education to promote global stability will be at the heart of UK foreign policy to positively transform the lives of women and girls in conflict.

Women and girls are disproportionately...

News story: UK announces £2.9m for human rights across the Commonwealth
seen at 14:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

UK Minister for Human Rights today announces 3 projects to support human rights across the Commonwealth, with particular focus on the South Pacific and small states. This &pound;2.9 million work will support...

Official Statistics: Prison population figures: 2018
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Prison population for March 2018 published.

Latest prison population figures for 2018.

Guidance: Escape cases electronic handbook
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Handbook updated.

Instructions on submitting an escape fee case claim as described in sections 4.11 to 4.17 of the 2014 Standard Civil Contract.

For use with Escape fee case claim...

Research and analysis: Simplifying the taxation of key events in the life of a business
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

This new report from the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) looks at the impact of taxation on the owners of a business at each of its key stages of development. For the first time, by examining the impact of...

Guidance: Algerian Family Code
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The following document has been prepared by the British Embassy Algiers for the convenience of British Nationals who may find this information helpful. It is a non-official translation of some sections from the...

Independent report: Police Remuneration Review Body 3rd report: 2017 Northern Ireland
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

This report sets out the PRRB’s analysis of evidence from relevant organisations and makes recommendations on the pay and allowances of police officers in Northern Ireland. The Permanent Secretary of the Department...

Guidance: Dartmoor firing times
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Dartmoor six week firing notice for the week commencing 16 April 2018.

The firing times are presented in 2 file formats. The PDF format is web browseable and accessible on mobile devices...

Guidance: Community Investment Tax Relief
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: The 'Guide to calculate the de minimis aid for companies' has been updated to clarify commercial rate.

The CITR scheme encourages investment in disadvantaged communities by giving tax relief to...

Guidance: Castlemartin firing notice
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added Castlemartin firing times for May 2018.

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

Research and analysis: Notifiable diseases: causative agents report for 2018
seen at 11:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Added report for week 15, 2018.

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

Older weekly NOIDS causative...

New NERC website address
seen at 11:31, 16 April in NERC news (Our copy).

You may have spotted a change to our web address. This is because NERC is now part of UK Research & Innovation, a new organisation that brings together the UK's seven research councils, Innovate UK and Research...

Speech: Trade and the Commonwealth – an opportunity to eradicate poverty for good
seen at 11:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

In one generation, we have seen a billion people lifted out of poverty. That is almost one in eight of the world’s population, whose lives have been transformed by growing trade and industry, which has created...

Press release: PM statement on Syria: 14 April 2018
seen at 11:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added translation

Prime Minister Theresa May:

This evening I have authorised British armed forces to conduct co-ordinated and targeted strikes to degrade the Syrian Regime’s chemical weapons...

News story: Civil news: Keycard 54 available with eligibility guidance
seen at 11:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated guidance is now available on the civil means testing page. This includes:

Keycard 54 April 2018

Guide to determining financial eligibility for controlled work and family...

Speech: UK statement to the OPCW on the use of chemical weapons in Douma
seen at 11:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Thank you Mr Chair,

I am grateful to the Director General for his update on the OPCW’s investigation into the horrific chemical weapons attack on 7 April in Douma, Syria. The Technical Secretariat has...

Guidance: Iran - consular fees
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: updated consular fee table for April

A full list of consular fees.

Corporate report: Low Pay Commission: secretariat organogram
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated attachment

This organogram provides the names and contact numbers of the Low Pay Commission Secretariat’s staff.

Official Statistics: Prison population figures: 2018
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Prison population for March 2018 published.

Latest prison population figures for 2018.

Research and analysis: Legionnaires' disease monthly surveillance reports: 2018
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2018 report has been uploaded.

This publication provides the 2018 reports. Legionnaires’ disease monthly surveillance reports for 2017 are also available.

Open consultation: Changes to the Cold Weather Payments official statistics
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

We are proposing to make changes to the Cold Weather Payments official statistics.

In summary, the proposals are to:

reduce the frequency of the publication from weekly to monthly only...
Open consultation: Airline Insolvency Review: a call for evidence
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The Airline Insolvency Review will look to ensure airlines can wind down with the minimum impact on passengers and the taxpayer.

This publication:

provides an introduction to the issues invites...
Guidance: Tri-service accommodation regulations (TSARs) (JSP 464)
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated JSP 464 Volume 1 Parts 1 & 2, Volume 2 Parts 1 & 2 and Volume 3 Part.

Joint Service Publication 464 is the overall and definitive policy source document for the provision of Service...

Statistical data set: Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices, weekly average
seen at 10:33, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates with latest datasets.

Weekly publications give the average wholesale prices of selected home-grown horticultural produce. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged...

Guidance: Escape cases electronic handbook
seen at 10:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Handbook updated.

Instructions on submitting an escape fee case claim as described in sections 4.11 to 4.17 of the 2014 Standard Civil Contract.

For use with Escape fee case claim...

Research and analysis: Simplifying the taxation of key events in the life of a business
seen at 10:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

This new report from the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) looks at the impact of taxation on the owners of a business at each of its key stages of development. For the first time, by examining the impact of...

News story: Government announces appointment of 3 new Acas council members
seen at 10:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has today (16 April 2018) announced new appointments to the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) council.

Susan...

Guidance: Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Gold Awards with 'Gold nominations are now closed. If you have any questions regarding nominations please email employerrelations@rfca.mod.uk'.

The scheme encompasses bronze, silver and...

Guidance: Overseas Business Risk - Hong Kong
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated with latest figures and situation.

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

Guidance: Upgrading the class of title (PG42)
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: This edition of the guide replaces the March 2015 edition. Section 3.3 has been amended to reflect current practice on sending certified copies of documents in lieu of the originals.

This guide...

Guidance: Iran - consular fees
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: updated consular fee table for April

A full list of consular fees.

Corporate report: Low Pay Commission: secretariat organogram
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated attachment

This organogram provides the names and contact numbers of the Low Pay Commission Secretariat’s staff.

Decision: Advertising investigations: February 2018
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Contact advertising@mhra.gov.uk if you have concerns with the advertising of medicines or write to:

Advertising Standards Unit, 151 Buckingham Palace Road Victoria London SW1W 9SZ

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Official Statistics: Prison population figures: 2018
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Prison population for March 2018 published.

Latest prison population figures for 2018.

National Statistics: International trade in services by partner country, October to December 2017
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Official Statistics: Trade in goods commodity by country experimental data
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.

Guidance: HM Revenue and Customs: Trusts and Estates newsletters
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: HMRC trusts and estates newsletter: Special Edition April 2018 has been added to the page.

HMRC publish these newsletters to give trusts and estates practitioners the latest news and updates.

Research and analysis: Legionnaires' disease monthly surveillance reports: 2018
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: March 2018 report has been uploaded.

This publication provides the 2018 reports. Legionnaires’ disease monthly surveillance reports for 2017 are also available.

Open consultation: Changes to the Cold Weather Payments official statistics
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

We are proposing to make changes to the Cold Weather Payments official statistics.

In summary, the proposals are to:

reduce the frequency of the publication from weekly to monthly only...
Open consultation: Airline Insolvency Review: a call for evidence
seen at 09:39, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

The Airline Insolvency Review will look to ensure airlines can wind down with the minimum impact on passengers and the taxpayer.

This publication:

provides an introduction to the issues invites...
Guidance: Tri-service accommodation regulations (TSARs) (JSP 464)
seen at 09:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated JSP 464 Volume 1 Parts 1 & 2, Volume 2 Parts 1 & 2 and Volume 3 Part.

Joint Service Publication 464 is the overall and definitive policy source document for the provision of Service...

Statistical data set: Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices, weekly average
seen at 09:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updates with latest datasets.

Weekly publications give the average wholesale prices of selected home-grown horticultural produce. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged...

Speech: British Ambassador to Russia briefing on the Salisbury attack following the OPCW report: 13 April 2018
seen at 09:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Updated: Added translation

Thank you for joining me today for an update on the Salisbury incident.

As you know, on 14 March, the UK concluded that the Russian state was highly likely to have carried...

Press release: National primary offer day
seen at 09:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).
90% per cent of pupils offered their first choice of primary school and 97.2% were offered a place at one of their top three last year Disadvantage gap index at Key Stage 2 down 10.5% since 2011 825,000 new...
Press release: UK aid to help eliminate the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness across poorest countries in the Commonwealth by 2020
seen at 09:30, 16 April in News and communications (Our copy).

Millions of people across the Commonwealth will be free of blinding trachoma as the UK steps up its support to tackle this ancient and avoidable disease, the International Development Secretary Penny Mordaunt...

Transparency data: DWP Debt Management performance data
seen at 02:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Debt Management postal address changed.

Debt Management is part of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). They recover social security benefits that have been overpaid, including social fund...

Guidance: Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
seen at 02:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Updated: Updated Gold Awards with 'Gold nominations are now closed. If you have any questions regarding nominations please email employerrelations@rfca.mod.uk'.

The scheme encompasses bronze, silver and...

Guidance: Countdown bulletin 33 - April 2018
seen at 02:32, 16 April in Search (Our copy).

Countdown bulletin 33 has updates on:

multiple periods automated solutions phase 6 automated solutions scheme cessation reminders refund for Scheme Reconciliation Service (SRS) queries