theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Whittington, Joanna - Director General, Energy and Security, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy - ACOBA advice
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-05)

Advice to Joanna Whittington, former Director General, Energy and Security, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, on business appointments after leaving Crown service

Ms Whittington left her role at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy in December 2022.

Vice President, British Institute of Energy Economics

Ms Whittington sought the Committee’s advice about taking up a role with the British Institute of Energy Economics. The letter (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67bde6ee21d07694be8d76e0/2024-09-09_-_Final_Advice_Letter_-_JW_British_Institute_of_Economics_.docx__1_.pdf) containing the Committee’s consideration and the conditions imposed on the appointment was sent in September 2024; and the appointment was taken up later that month. An accessible version of the letter is available here. (https://draft-origin.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/publications/whittington-joanna-director-general-energy-and-security-at-the-department-for-business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-acoba-advice/advice-letter-joanna-whittington-vice-president-british-institute-of-energy-economics?preview=8483661)

Non Executive Director, POWERful Women

Ms Whittington sought the Committee’s advice about taking up a role with POWERful Women. The letter (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6602e20165ca2f8e6b7da7cf/ACOBA_advice-_Joanna_Whittington-_POWERful_women.pdf) containing the Committee’s consideration and the conditions imposed on the appointment was sent in March 2024; and the appointment was taken up later that month. An accessible version of the letter is available here. (https://draft-origin.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/publications/whittington-joanna-director-general-energy-and-security-at-the-department-for-business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-acoba-advice/advice-letter-joanna-whittington-non-executive-director-powerful-women?preview=8482097)

Non-Executive Director, Scottish Gas Network

Ms Whittington sought the Committee’s advice about taking up a role with Scottish Gas Network. The letter (https://draft-assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6548c3e459b9f5001385a28a/ACOBA_Advice_Letter_-_Joanna_Whittington__Scottish_Gas_Network.pdf) containing the Committee’s consideration and the conditions imposed on the appointment was sent in October 2023; and the appointment was taken up later that month. An accessible version of the letter is available here. (https://draft-origin.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/publications/whittington-joanna-director-general-energy-and-security-at-the-department-for-business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-acoba-advice/advice-letter-joanna-whittington-non-executive-director-scottish-gas-network?preview=8482099)
Subsea7 / Saipem merger inquiry
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigated the anticipated merger between Subsea7 S.A. and Saipem S.p.A.

Statutory timetable

Phase 1

CMA clearance decision

4 November 2025: The CMA has cleared the anticipated merger between Subsea7 S.A. and Saipem S,p.A.
- Full text decision (PDF, 269KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/691dbda82c6b98ecdbc5007e/_Full_text_decision__Subsea7_Saipem_2.pdf) (20.11.25)
Launch of merger inquiry

30 September 2025: The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the parties.
- Commencement notice (PDF, 89KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68da63b0dadf7616351e4b6f/Commencement_notice.pdf) (30.9.25)
Invitation to comment: closed

24 July 2025: The CMA is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that situation may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.

The CMA is issuing this preliminary ‘invitation to comment’ to allow interested parties to submit to the CMA any initial views on the impact that the transaction could have on competition in the UK. The CMA has not yet launched its formal investigation into this transaction. This invitation to comment is the first part of the CMA’s information-gathering process.

To assist it with this assessment, the CMA invites comments on the transaction from any interested party.

Contact

Please send written representations about any competition or public interest issues to:

xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

Privacy notice

Your name and contact details are your personal data. In collecting, receiving, storing, accessing and using your personal data, the CMA, as controller, is processing your personal data. The CMA processes personal data in accordance with data protection law. The CMA is processing your personal data so that it can contact you again, should it need further help or information from you, in order to carry out its merger work under Part 3 of the Enterprise Act 2002. For more information about how the CMA processes personal data and your rights relating to that data, please see our Privacy notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/competition-and-markets-authority/about/personal-information-charter).
YJB response to Women's and Youth Justice Blueprints statement
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-18)

The YJB's response to a Welsh Government statement on the Women's and Youth Justice Blueprints.

On 17 June 2025, an oral statement (https://www.gov.wales/oral-statement-womens-and-youth-justice-blueprints) was made in the Senedd by Jane Hutt MS, Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Tefnydd and Chief Whip on the Women’s and Youth Justice Blueprints.

Karin Phillips MBE, YJB Board member for Wales, says:

“The Youth Justice Board welcomes the Minister’s statement and the continued commitment of Welsh Government to partnership working in youth justice. The Youth Justice Blueprint has laid strong foundations for a trauma-informed, rights-based system that puts children first – a vision we share at the YJB.

“As we move into a new phase, the YJB remains fully committed to working alongside Welsh Government and all partners to firmly embed the principles of the Blueprint into operational delivery. We will continue to champion early intervention, diversion, and the whole-system approach that has defined this programme.

“The progress made to date has been significant – reducing first-time entrants and promoting community-based alternatives to custody. But we also know that sustaining this progress requires ongoing collaboration, shared accountability, and a relentless focus on the needs and potential of every child.

“This represents a transition into a new chapter – one where we continue to align devolved and non-devolved services and deliver real change for children, victims, and communities across Wales.”

Further information
- The Youth Justice Blueprint for Wales (https://www.gov.wales/new-welsh-approach-to-youth-justice-and-female-offending-launched) was launched in 2019 and outlines a unique justice approach in Wales, emphasising early intervention and prevention. The aim is to address individual needs, divert children from crime, and offer holistic, rehabilitative support to those who enter the criminal justice system.
NQA
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

The Armed Forces Covenant

An enduring covenant between the people of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty’s Government and all those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown and their families

The first duty of Government is the defence of the realm. Our Armed Forces fulfil that responsibility on behalf of the Government, sacrificing some civilian freedoms, facing danger and, sometimes, suffering serious injury or death as a result of their duty. Families also play a vital role in supporting the operational effectiveness of our Armed Forces. In return, the whole nation has a moral obligation to the members of the Naval Service, the Army and the Royal Air Force, together with their families. They deserve our respect and support, and fair treatment.

Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services. Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.

This obligation involves the whole of society: it includes voluntary and charitable bodies, private organisations, and the actions of individuals in supporting the Armed Forces. Recognising those who have performed military duty unites the country and demonstrates the value of their contribution. This has no greater expression than in upholding this Covenant.

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

1.1 We NQA will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment

2.1 NQA recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
We also pledge the following:

Help fund Armed Forces charitable organisations.

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Miss D Harbert v Hamble Catering Ltd: 6003505/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss D Harbert v Hamble Catering Ltd: 6003505/2024 - Rule 21 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b444863e77ca8b737d3793/Miss_D_Harbert_v_Hamble_Catering_Ltd_-_6003505.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Near miss with track workers at Bookham Tunnel
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-27)

Investigation into a near miss between a passenger train and a team of track workers at Bookham Tunnel, Surrey, 29 April 2025.

At around 11:44 on 29 April 2025, a train operated by South Western Railways, which was travelling at around 30 mph (48 km/h), was involved in a near miss with a team of three track workers within Bookham Tunnel in Surrey.

The track workers involved were walking back to Bookham station through the tunnel at the time of the near miss, having previously completed work on the telephones located at either end. On hearing the approaching train, two of the track workers entered refuges built into the tunnel walls, while the third worker leant against the tunnel wall as the train passed them. No one was injured in the incident, and no damage was caused.

A line blockage had been arranged by the team with the signaller before the incident occurred. This was intended to stop trains from running through the tunnel. It was later discovered that this line blockage had been arranged for the nearby Mickleham Tunnel, and that it did not cover Bookham Tunnel.

Our investigation will seek to identify the sequence of events which led to the incident. It will also consider:
- the actions of those involved and the factors that may have influenced them
- the way in which the work was planned and how the risks associated with being on or near a railway line were being managed
- the roles, responsibilities and working patterns of relevant staff
- any underlying management factors.
Our investigation is independent of any investigation by the railway industry or by the industry’s regulator, the Office of Rail and Road (http://orr.gov.uk/).

We will publish our findings, including any recommendations to improve safety, at the conclusion of our investigation. This report will be available on our website.

You can subscribe (https://www.gov.uk/email-signup?link=/government/organisations/rail-accident-investigation-branch) to automated emails notifying you when we publish our reports.
Specialised Committee on Fisheries: UK and EU reports of expert workshops
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-14)

Summary of expert workshops held under the Specialised Committee on Fisheries

The Specialised Committee on Fisheries (SCF) was established by the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA). It provides a forum for discussion and cooperation between the UK and the EU relating to sustainable fisheries management.

The parties may hold expert workshops under the SCF that include scientists and officials from the UK and the EU. These workshops can:

focus on a specific topic or stock of interest

enable the examination of current data

help to plan research for the management of shared fishing stocks

These expert workshops are separate from the SCF plenary meetings (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/specialised-committee-on-fisheries).
Greenwood v ICO and Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police: [2025] UKUT 76 (AAC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Wright on  28 February 2025

Read the full decision in UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-GIA (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6814ea2fbbef62d10144679c/UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-GIA.pdf)

Judicial Summary

This decision is about the consent of the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) to allow an appellant to withdraw its case under rule 17 of the General Regulatory Chamber (GRC) Rules. It decides: (i) withdrawing an appellant’s case under rule 17(1) includes withdrawing the appeal, and therefore where consent is given for this to occur the proceedings come to an end; (ii) the FTT’s consent to an appeal being withdrawn is a decision disposing of the proceedings and therefore rule 32(1) of the GRC Rules required the FTT to hold an oral hearing before making such a decision as each party had not consented to the matter being determined without a hearing, and the FT had materially erred in law in not holding such a hearing; and (iii) the FTT had materially erred in law in coming to its consent decision in failing to have any adequate regard to the ICO’s (as well as Mr Greenwood’s) reasons for not agreeing to the Met Police withdrawing its appeal.
Thistle Care Solutions Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

The Armed Forces Covenant

An enduring covenant between the people of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty’s Government and all those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown and their families

The first duty of Government is the defence of the realm. Our Armed Forces fulfil that responsibility on behalf of the Government, sacrificing some civilian freedoms, facing danger and, sometimes, suffering serious injury or death as a result of their duty. Families also play a vital role in supporting the operational effectiveness of our Armed Forces. In return, the whole nation has a moral obligation to the members of the Naval Service, the Army and the Royal Air Force, together with their families. They deserve our respect and support, and fair treatment.

Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services. Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.

This obligation involves the whole of society: it includes voluntary and charitable bodies, private organisations, and the actions of individuals in supporting the Armed Forces. Recognising those who have performed military duty unites the country and demonstrates the value of their contribution. This has no greater expression than in upholding this Covenant.

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

1.1 We Thistle Care Solutions Ltd will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment

2.1 Thistle Care Solutions Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Xquisite PR Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.

The Armed Forces Covenant

An enduring covenant between the people of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty’s Government and all those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown and their families

The first duty of Government is the defence of the realm. Our Armed Forces fulfil that responsibility on behalf of the Government, sacrificing some civilian freedoms, facing danger and, sometimes, suffering serious injury or death as a result of their duty. Families also play a vital role in supporting the operational effectiveness of our Armed Forces. In return, the whole nation has a moral obligation to the members of the Naval Service, the Army and the Royal Air Force, together with their families. They deserve our respect and support, and fair treatment.

Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services. Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.

This obligation involves the whole of society: it includes voluntary and charitable bodies, private organisations, and the actions of individuals in supporting the Armed Forces. Recognising those who have performed military duty unites the country and demonstrates the value of their contribution. This has no greater expression than in upholding this Covenant.

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

1.1 We Xquisite PR Ltd will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment

2.1 Xquisite PR Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr D Shaw v MK Professional Services Ltd and RISM Ltd: 4102810/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-02)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D Shaw v MK Professional Services Ltd and RISM Ltd: 4102810/2023 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6773db009d03f12136308cbf/4102810.2023_-_Mr_D_Shaw_v_1__MK_Professional_Services_Limited_2__RISM_Limited_-_Judgment_Issued_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).
Phonics screening check attainment: England 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-09)

Provisional information including breakdowns by pupil characteristics, school characteristics, region and local authority.

The data provides statistics for the phonics screening check.

It includes results for pupils in schools in England by:
- national, regional and local authority level
- gender
- disadvantage
- special educational needs
- school type
- phase
- religious character
Mr M Aljamal v UAE Embassy Cultural Attache London and Others: 2303835/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-19)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Aljamal v UAE Embassy Cultural Attache London and Others: 2303835/2022 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d98ac469606cdea9e0879c/Mr_M_Aljamal_v_UAE_Embassy_Cultural_Attach%C3%A9_London___Others_-_2303835-2022.pdf).
Flat 4 Dibdin House Maida Vale W9 1QE - LON/00BK/MNR/2024/0666
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-20)

First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber Decision of Mrs Ratcliff MRICS and Mrs Flynn MA MRICS

Read Full Reasons in - Flat 4 Dibdin House Maida Vale W9 1QE - LON/00BK/MNR/2024/0666 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b73d6bbd116e3d7b1cf386/250205_-_Flat_4_Dibdin_-_Full_Reasons.pdf) Read Final Decision in - Flat 4 Dibdin House Maida Vale W9 1QE - LON/00BK/MNR/2024/0666 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b73d7532b2aab18314bc9f/250205_-_Flat_4_Dibdin_Final_Decision_.pdf)
Mr B Mills v Quotatis Ltd (in voluntary liquidation) and Any Trades Ltd (in voluntary liquidation): 3307759/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-29)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr B Mills v Quotatis Ltd (in voluntary liquidation) and Any Trades Ltd (in voluntary liquidation): 3307759/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682b24bd50dbd3ce8372abe5/Mr_B_Mills_v_Quotatis_Limited__in_voluntary_liquidation____other_3307759.2024_FMH_Judgment.pdf).
Mr J Murley v BBC: 1402482/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J Murley v BBC: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b4a35d3e77ca8b737d3827/Mr_J_Murley_v_BBC_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
UK-India CETA Chapter 26: Anti-Corruption
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-24)

Text of chapter 26 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

Bribery and corruption are significant barriers to international trade, as they increase the cost of doing business, and create an unfair trading environment.

This chapter reinforces the international obligations on bribery and corruption at the United Nations, and the UK and India will work together to tackle these global issues within the trade and investment context.

The chapter includes obligations to maintain a range of measures to prevent and combat bribery and corruption, including the criminalisation of bribery and prohibiting fraudulent bookkeeping practices. It also includes provisions covering the prohibition of facilitation payments and measures to combat embezzlement and money-laundering.

The agreement is not yet in force. Both the UK and India are required to complete their respective domestic procedures for the agreement to come into effect. Once ratified by both countries, businesses will be able to trade under its terms.
Mrs I Spence (Deceased) v Glasgow City Council: 120398/2008
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs I Spence (Deceased) v Glasgow City Council: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/684831ed96e63bce58e4e6c4/Mrs_I_Spence__Deceased__v_Glasgow_City_Council_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment.pdf).
Minister Peacock speech at Youth Select Committee report launch
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-28)

The Minister for Civil Society and Youth's speech at the report launch for the Youth Select Committee inquiry on Youth Violence and Social Media.

Good afternoon everyone. I’m absolutely delighted to be here.

I’m the Minister for Youth working in the DCMS. We are the lead department for out of school provision.

What really strikes me about all the work you do and the things you talk about in this report is that they are cross-Government. You’ll know that this Government has taken a mission based approach and we want to work across Government to get things done.

I’m really grateful for all the efforts that have gone into this and the months of hard work. I know you had some of my colleagues in front of you and I look forward to reading this report in detail.

It comes at a very timely moment because there’s been a national debate with Adolescence on Netflix which has shone a light on just how devastating and complex some of these issues can be.

So I really do welcome the challenge provided by the report and I want to say very clearly that we want to listen to young people.

But not just listen but put young people at the heard of decision making.

So this also comes at a timely moment because we’ve launched our National Youth Strategy and we are in the middle of that engagement.

There are lots of ways people can get involved. I did an event in my own constituency in Barnsley last week where I spoke to the Barnsley Youth Council and answered lots of their questions.

I know they are going to be doing a particular event just on the Strategy which is fantastic, and there will be lots of groups like that. I would really encourage you as leaders of your communities to get involved in this.

We are very clear that wherever you are from, whatever your postcode, whether you are engaged in a youth organisation or not, we want to hear from you.

That’s why we launched our digital postcards. It is designed so you can do it on paper or on your phone or computer.

And it is one idea you have for the Government, one thing you would like to see changed, so that hopefully everybody can have an input into our Youth Strategy.

We will be publishing it in the summer and we want to work cross-party. We appreciate there are issues that affect young people; you want the same access to healthcare, you want to liaise with public services. Whatever it is, it is important that we as a Government listen to young people.

I look forward to reading the report and want to thank all everyone that has been involved: the NYA, Parliamentary Clerks and all of you. Hopefully it will lead to change.
Product Safety Report: Multi-Function Fryer (2508-0005)
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)

Product Safety Report for Multi-Function Fryer presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Multi-Function Fryer

Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as the plug does not comply with the relevant dimensional requirements and is not fused.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a risk of fire as the plug does not comply with the relevant dimensional requirements and is not fused. The lack of fuse protection means that the product may not cut off electricity under fault conditions. This may result in the appliance overheating and catching fire. In addition, the Declaration of Conformity and test reports supplied could not be linked to the product.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destoyed.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2508-0005

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Natural England register of board members' interests
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Natural England maintains a register of the personal and business interests held by members of its board.

This register sets out the declared interests of executive and non-executive members of the Natural England board.

Board members are asked to declare any personal, business, or related party interests that may, or may be perceived by a reasonable member of the public to, influence their judgements in performing their obligations to the organisation.
FE Commissioner intervention: Newbury College 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-17)

FE Commissioner's intervention report summary on Newbury College, and the Minister for Skills' letter to the chair.

A summary of the Further Education (FE) Commissioner’s findings and recommendations following a review of Newbury College. The review followed an intervention visit in July 2025.

The letter from The Rt Hon Baroness Jacqui Smith, Minister for Skills, to the chair of the college:
- sets out the outcome of the intervention assessment
- confirms the next steps to be taken
We produce these reports in line with our commitment to intervention in further education (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/college-oversight-support-and-intervention).
UN sanctions are an essential tool for addressing insecurity in Haiti: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-17)

UK Explanation of Vote delivered by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, following the UN Security Council vote on the Haiti sanctions regime.

I welcome the participation of the Permanent Representative of Haiti today.

The UK condemns, without reservation, the violence that continues to undermine efforts to restore democratic rule in Haiti. We remain committed to using UN sanctions to maintain pressure on those who seek to destabilise Haiti. We welcome this mandate renewal, and thank the United States and Panama for their efforts.

It is vital that the Council remains fully informed of the scale and nature of violence being perpetrated in Haiti, including the alarming reports of widespread sexual and gender-based violence. The targeting of women and girls in Haiti because of their gender is unacceptable. This includes forced marriage, harassment, assault, forced labour, and forms of trafficking, kidnapping and sexual violence.

Sanctions remain an essential tool to address insecurity in Haiti and to alleviate the suffering of the Haitian people. We will continue to work with all Council members to this end.
Miss JC Jukes v MA and TC Trickett T/a Whittams: 1801075/2024 and 1801346/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss JC Jukes v MA and TC Trickett T/a Whittams: 1801075/2024 and xx-xxxx-xxxx - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6929a861345e31ab14ecf72c/1801075_Jane_Chyrel_Jukes_v_M_A___T_C_Trickett_t-as_Whittams.pdf).
Ex-gratia payment scheme: Afghan Relocation and Resettlement Policy scheme data incident September 2021
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-23)

The ex-gratia payment scheme for the Afghan Relocation and Resettlement Policy scheme data incident in September 2021.

In September 2021 an Afghan Relocation and Resettlement Policy scheme data incident took place involving group emails sent at that time.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has set up an ex-gratia payment scheme for individuals directly affected.

The scheme was announced in a Written Ministerial Statement (https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statements/detail/2023-12-13/hcws118) in December 2023.

Further information on the launch of the scheme can be found in the subsequent Written Ministerial Statement, which can be read here: Update on Ex-Gratia Scheme Following 2021 Data Incident (https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statements/detail/2025-07-04/hlws780).

Eligibility for an ex-gratia payment

Those affected by the September 2021 data incident were informed directly by the MOD at the time of the incident.

Only those whose email addresses were visible on the chain, as a result of not being used in the blind carbon copy (BCC) function, are eligible for a single ex-gratia payment.

If the MOD did not previously contact you to inform you that you were affected, then you are not eligible for a single ex-gratia payment.

Next steps

The ex-gratia scheme will be open for 6 months from 9 July 2025.

During this time, we will attempt to make contact by email with those eligible for a single ex-gratia payment using the contact details we hold on record. We hold contact details for the affected individuals because all those affected have previously submitted applications to the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme.

If we hold up-to-date contact details for you

You will receive an email from the MOD asking you to confirm we have the correct email address for you.

If we do not hold up-to-date contact details for you

We may not be able to contact you regarding your eligibility for an ex-gratia payment. If you were directly affected by the data incident in September 2021, but your contact details have changed, you can contact the MOD about the scheme at: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Once we have confirmed you are one of the affected individuals, you will receive further information about the scheme and what documentation we will require to conduct due diligence checks in order to make payment.

If you were affected by the data incident of September 2021 and have questions about the scheme, you can contact the MOD at: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Please note we will only respond to correspondence from affected individuals.
Evaluation of incentivised substance free living wings in prisons
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-11)

A process and impact evaluation in 4 prisons, which uses a waitlist randomised controlled trial, Bayesian survival analysis, and qualitative analysis.

Incentivised Substance Free Living wings (ISFLs) are dedicated areas within prisons designed to support prisoners who want to live drug-free. These wings provide a structured, calm environment where residents agree to a behavioural compact, take part in regular drug testing, and receive incentives such as more time out of cell or access to additional equipment and activities. ISFLs aim to create safer, more stable spaces that help prisoners focus on recovery, build positive relationships, and develop skills that support healthier choices.

As part of the Tackling Drug Misuse in Prisons evaluation programme, funded by the Cabinet Offices’ Evaluation Accelerator Fund, two complementary studies were carried out to understand how ISFL wings work and what difference they may make.

The first study was a process evaluation, which explored how ISFLs were being delivered in three prisons. Using interviews, focus groups, and observations, researchers gathered the views and experiences of staff and prisoners to understand how the wings were operating in practice, what was helping to create a safe and supportive environment, and what could be improved.

The second study was an impact evaluation, which used a waitlist randomised controlled trial across 4 prisons to examine whether ISFLs support a more stable prison environment. Prisoners on waiting lists for ISFL places were randomly allocated either to move to the ISFL sooner or to remain on a standard wing for at least three months. The study then compared the 2 groups using routinely collected prison data on incidents such as assaults, self-harm, and disorder, providing robust evidence on the impact of ISFLs on prison stability.
MIN 688 (M) Amendment 3 code of safe working practices: 2025 edition
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-28)

This notice provides details of the 2025 amendments to the code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (“the Code”, also “COSWP”).

Notice to all shipowners, ship operators, managers, masters and seafarers.

This notice replaces MIN 688 (M) Amendment 2 and expires 31st March 2026

The code of safe working practices for merchant seafarers (COSWP) 2025 Edition, is available to purchase from TSO Shop (https://www.tsoshop.co.uk/bookstore.asp?FO=1159966&ACTION=SearchResults)
Home Office data: Q4 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

Data on Home Office transaction explorer activities.

This document contains details on:
- controlled drugs and precursor chemicals: domestic licences issued
- controlled drugs and precursor chemicals: import and export licences issued
- domestic licensing compliance visits (controlled drugs)
- view and prove status checks
- view and prove status checks: average user satisfaction survey results
- right to work status checks
- right to work status checks: average user satisfaction survey results
- right to rent status checks
- right to rent status checks: average user satisfaction survey results
Local authority registered provider social housing stock in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-28)

This collection presents information on the stock owned by local authority registered providers in England.

Based on data sourced from Local Authority Data Return (LADR) on an annual basis, it provides details of LARP owned stock and rents reported for low cost rental accommodation (social and Affordable Rents).

This statistical release was published for the first time in February 2021 (covering 2019-20 data).

The local authority registered provider social housing stock and rents in England statistics are considered by the United Kingdom Statistics Authority regulatory arm (the Office for Statistics Regulation) to have met the highest standards of trustworthiness, quality and public value, and are considered an Accredited Official Statistic.

User feedback

RSH is committed to continuous improvement of our statistical releases to ensure they meet the needs of our users. Feedback from those using the statistics is central to this.

Users are encouraged to provide comments and feedback on how these statistics are used and how they meet their needs either using any of the following routes:

The feedback rating icons on all published documents

Our RSH Statistical User Feedback Survey (https://forms.office.com/e/n4fGnXatGG)

Direct email contact (please send these entitled “RP statistics feedback” to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)).
Analysis of the change in average custodial sentence length from 2010 to 2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-21)

This ad hoc publication presents exploratory analysis of what has driven changes in Average Custodial Sentence Length between 2010 and 2023.

This ad hoc publication provides analysis of increases in the Average Custodial Sentence Length (ACSL) between 2010 and 2023. The analysis uses published MoJ data to examine how changes in offences coming before the courts, changes in the length of custodial sentences being handed down, and changes in the proportion of offenders being sent to custody impact the overall ACSL. This is an ad hoc publication and no further releases of this data are planned.
Rail customer experience: review of existing survey collection methodologies
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Review and recommendations regarding methodologies for conducting surveys to collect rail customer experience in Great Britain.

Findings from a review of survey methodologies for measuring rail customer experience in Britain. The findings are based on field trials between April and June 2023.

The findings report:
- evaluated the different approaches to data collection
- recommended a future methodology for continuous surveying
- face-to-face recruitment of participants as the preferred method over station-based recruitment
- digital response options (email and QR code) and use of paper questionnaires
- fieldwork shift length
- use of the Journey Picker Tool to improve journey accuracy
- sampling based on passenger volume, using MOIRA , a model for analysing timetable and demands changes, and LENNON (Latest Earning Networked Nationally Overnight) which provide ticket and earnings data for rail operators
- survey response weighting data sources and strategies
The evidence provided includes:
- comparative performance of on board versus station-based methods
- response rates, dropout patterns and demographic profiles by recruitment method and response options
- operational challenges and solutions for fieldwork logistics, including disruptions and permissions
- recommendations for future trials and pilot implementation, including modular survey design
A further, more detailed, technical report of the findings is included.

The findings of this research led to the creation of new approach to capturing rail customer experience, which was used in a pilot conducted between December 2023 and January 2024 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rail-customer-experience-revised-survey-design-pilot).

BVA BDRC carried out this research on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Mr A Shah v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 3313063/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Shah v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 3313063/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b5aa52cc8356c3c882a966/Mr_A_Shah_-_v_-_Royal_Mail_Group_Ltd___3313063-2023_-_Strike_out_Judgment.pdf).
Ms L Hunter v Carnival plc T/a Carnival UK: 1401917/2021
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms Laura Hunter v Carnival plc T/a Carnival UK: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64a7b56e4dd8b3000c7fa626/Ms_Laura_Hunter_V_Carnival_PLC__Trading_as_Carnival_UK__-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment___Written_Reasons.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms L Hunter v Carnival plc T/a Carnival UK: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67adfde72c594609b38acd76/Miss_L_Hunter_-vs-_Carnival_plc_t.a_Carnival_UK___-_Judgement.pdf).
Notification of Uncertain Tax Treatment policy evaluation report
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-17)

An evaluation report summarising the evidence and conclusions of HMRC's evaluation of Uncertain Tax Treatment notification policy.

HMRC carried out an evaluation of the notification of Uncertain Tax Treatment policy covering its first three years of implementation (April 2022 to March 2025). This policy aims to increase transparency and speed discovery of cases of Uncertain Tax Treatment, thereby reducing the legal interpretation tax gap and meeting HMRC’s strategic objectives to collect the right tax and to make it easier to follow the rules. The evaluation was undertake from April 2022 to March 2025 inclusive.

The evaluation found that Uncertain Tax Treatment policy is meeting its objectives of changing companies’ behaviour by increasing tax position transparency and the cost of complying with the policy was not found to be unreasonable by most.

This evaluation draws on the results of the Large Business Survey, and a commissioned social research study delivered by National Centre for Social Research on HMRC’s behalf. We also draw on Uncertain Tax Treatment notifications submitted between and including April 2022 and March 2025.
FCDO Services spend over £25,000, March 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-09)

FCDO Services spend in the UK for transactions totalling over £25,000 by month.

The government is committed to publishing departmental spend over £25,000 as part of its commitment to transparency and open government. This is the FCDO Services spend in the UK for transactions totalling over £25,000 published by month. Transactions that appear to be under £25,000 are due to the transaction being over £25,000 before removing recoverable VAT, or where an invoice over £25,000 has been split between multiple expense types, and/or expense areas. We have published our spend in line with Cabinet Office guidelines which allow for data protection of individuals and security constraints.
Help with common risks in transfer pricing approaches — GfC7
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-11)

Find out about best practice approaches to transfer pricing to lower risk and avoid common mistakes.

These guidelines are for UK businesses which fall within the scope of UK transfer pricing rules.

These guidelines and examples are designed to clarify and help you understand HMRC’s expectations as you plan and implement transfer pricing compliance approaches. They also set out what HMRC considers best practice compliance and higher risk approaches.

UK transfer pricing compliance risk is a key concern of finance and risk functions within businesses, and their advisers or in-house tax teams. These guidelines are tailored to the different needs of different audiences. This is reflected in the following parts:

Managing compliance risk for UK businesses (part 1) — should be read by those managing UK transfer pricing risk to:
- determine the scope of work
- build governance, controls and checks
- evidence the arm’s length return
Common compliance risks (part 2) — is for specialists and includes:
- indicators of higher risk through the compliance process
- HMRC recommendations for best practice compliance approaches
- how to support and evidence an arm’s length return
Indicators of transfer pricing policy design risk (part 3) — for specialists and covers common risks in transfer pricing design and implementation.

Webinar

Find out more about these guidelines and how they may be used in practice by watching our webinar recording (https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8643981531808056928).