theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Wilby Tree Surgeons 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 Wilby Tree Surgeons 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 Wilby Tree Surgeons 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
We also pledge the following:

5 days Reservist + CFAV

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.
EXPP2110 - National Export System (NES) and authorisation procedures: failure to comply with authorisation conditions
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


This manual will be archived on 15 December 2025. If there is content within this manual you use regularly, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know.

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Before deciding what (if any) action will be taken, the impact of any failure to comply with authorisation criteria must be assessed and the trader's compliance record must be considered.

Where a decision is taken on what action is appropriate, there are two options open to HMRC:
- implementation of Customs Civil Penalties (CCPs) action (see the Civil Penalties for Convention of Customs Law (CCP) (http://home.active.hmrci/ccpmanual/index.htm) guidance)
- for persistent irregularities or major non-compliance we may consider revoking any NES simplified procedure authorisations held.
Mr X Matias v J&J AM Hospitality Ltd:  6016485/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr X Matias v J&J AM Hospitality Ltd: 6016485/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68ee2802a8398380cb4ad03a/Mr_X_Matias_v_J_J_AM_HOSPITALITY_LIMITED_6016485_2024_Judgment_Rule_22.pdf).
Environmental Indicator Framework Theme A (Air)
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

This release contains all indicators which fall under Theme A (Air) of the Environmental Indicator Framework.

This document contains the Environmental Indicator Framework (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/environmental-indicator-framework) indicators falling under Theme A: Air. Each indicator includes a short description, readiness and links to data, notes on figures, and insights, visualisations, and trend descriptions for each component, as well as associated assessment results.
Miss C Hall v MDM Medical Ltd: 3304488/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss C Hall v MDM Medical Ltd: 3304488/2024 - Rule 21 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677ba8328ef66f3f5ea396bd/Miss_C_Hall_-_v_-_MDM_Medical_Ltd_-_3304488-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Controlled drugs: standard operating procedures
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Documenting standard operating procedures: guidelines for companies applying for a controlled drug licence.

If your company needs to apply for a licence to transport controlled drugs, you should read this guidance before you apply.

The document contains a list of headings which should form the basis of standard operating procedures to ensure that security requirements are met.

You can read more information about the application process and further drugs licensing guidance documents (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/controlled-drugs-licences-fees-and-returns#applying-for-a-licence-companies) before applying.
5 St. Catherines Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0PP: HAV/24UP/MNR/2024/0603
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-28)

Southern Region, Mr I Perry BSc FRICS and Mr B Bourne MRICS on 2 December 2024

Read the full decision in SO23 0PP_HAV/24UP/MNR/2024/0603_decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67debcec0114b0b86e59f489/5_St_Catherines_Road__Decision.pdf) Read the summary reasons in SO23 0PP_HAV/24UP/MNR/2024/0603_reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67debd1d0114b0b86e59f48a/5_St_Catherines_Road__Summary_Reasons.pdf)
Update: air strikes against Daesh
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-03)

The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Iraq and Syria.

Sunday 28 September 2025

A second known Daesh terrorist was positively identified by the crew of an RAF remotely piloted aircraft patrolling north of Hama in Syria on Sunday 28 September. He was carefully tracked as he moved around both on a motorcycle and on foot, and when a suitable opportunity presented itself, was successfully engaged by our aircraft and the terrorist was killed without any risk being posed to civilians.

Related information

British forces air strikes in Iraq and Syria: monthly list (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/british-forces-air-strikes-in-iraq-monthly-list)
University Of South Wales
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 University Of South Wales 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 University Of South Wales 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 Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

USW have a dedicated AF Champion, who sits on various Boards (e.g REEB) and committees (e.g currently Chair of the MEC for Wales) throughout Wales and who also has positive links with the Wales RFCA CEO and REED.

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.
Carer's Allowance claim form
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

Use this form to claim Carer’s Allowance by post if you can’t claim online.

If you live in Scotland you cannot apply Carer’s Allowance. You need to apply for Carer Support Payment (https://www.mygov.scot/carer-support-payment) instead.

Read the Carer’s Allowance guidance (https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance) before you claim.

You can claim Carer’s Allowance online (https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance/how-to-claim).

Claim by post

To claim Carer’s Allowance by post:
- print one of these forms (use the State Pension version if you get a State Pension)
- fill it in with a pen
- post it to the address on the form
Before you fill the form in online

If you’re using a mobile phone or tablet

You cannot complete the form using a mobile phone or tablet. You have to either:
- use a desktop or laptop computer
- print the form and complete it by hand
Contact the Carer’s Allowance Unit (https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance-unit) to ask for a paper form.

If you’re using a desktop or laptop computer

Use a PDF reader to open and fill in this form. You can download a free PDF reader online.

If you are using screen reader software to access the form, we recommend that you review all of the notes and the questions on the form before you complete it. As you complete the form, you will be guided through the questions based on the responses you provide.

Do not use your computer’s browser or, if you are an Apple Macintosh user, the Preview application.

You can save data typed into this form if you use a PDF reader. This means that you do not have to fill in the form in one session.

There are reliability issues with some assistive software, which may mean the form will not save properly.

This form will only save if it is both:
- saved onto your computer
- opened in a recent version of PDF reader
The form will not save in:
- versions of Acrobat Reader older than version XI
- some other PDF readers, for example Preview on a Mac or Foxit on a PC
Help using this PDF claim form

For help and advice on the information you need to put on the form or about the benefit you want to claim, contact the Carer’s Allowance Unit (https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance-unit).

Contact the DWP Online Helpdesk, if you are having technical difficulties:
- downloading the form
- navigating around the form
- printing the form
DWP online helpdesk

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

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm Closed weekends and all public and bank holidays

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges)

If you need this form in a different format

Contact the Carer’s Allowance Unit (https://www.gov.uk/carers-allowance-unit) to ask for:
- a printed copy of the form
- a different format, such as large print, braille or audio CD
FCDO register of interests for Board members
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-27)

A register of the interests declared by Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Supervisory Board members.

The FCDO maintains a register of interests for Supervisory Board members. This register sets out declared interests of Executive and Non-Executive members of the FCDO Boards.

Read more about the FCDO’s corporate governance (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office/about/our-governance).
Norfolk Boreas and Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farms - Variation 2
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-10)

Details of Norfolk Boreas and Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farms - Variation 2.

On 10 December 2021 the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy granted consent for the Norfolk Boreas Offshore Wind Farm Order 2021, which contains within Schedules 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13, five deemed marine licenses (“DMLs”) in accordance with Section 149 of the Planning Act 2008. The Norfolk Boreas Offshore Wind Farm Order 2021 has since been amended in September 2022.

On 11 February 2022 the Secretary of State also granted consent for the Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022, which contains within Schedules 9, 10, 11 and 12, four DMLs in accordance with Section 149 of the Planning Act 2008. The Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022 has since been amended in September 2022 and December 2023.

The pre-application, examination and DCO documents for these projects can be found on the Planning Inspectorate’s website.

The nine DMLs contained within these two Orders will be split across three proposed Offshore Wind Farms to be constructed off the Norfolk Coast, entitled Norfolk Vanguard East, Norfolk Vanguard West and Norfolk Boreas.

On 12 March 2025 the Marine Management Organisation (“MMO”) received a request from Norfolk Vanguard West Limited, Norfolk Vanguard East Limited and Norfolk Boreas Limited to vary eight of the DMLs contained within the Norfolk Boreas and Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Orders 2021 and 2022 (As amended), specifically:
- Schedules 9 and 10 (of both Orders), Part 2, Condition 19(1) and (3)
- Schedules 11 and 12 (of both Orders), Part 2, Condition 14(1) and (3)
Subsequently, on 2 September 2025 the MMO received a request from Norfolk Vanguard West Limited to make a further amendment to Schedules 9 and 11 contained within the Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022 (As amended), specifically:
- Schedules 9 and 11 of the Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022 (As amended), Part 1, Paragraph 1
Finally, on 22 September 2025 the MMO received a request to amend the registered address of the “undertakers” as listed within the ‘Interpretation’ section of all nine DMLs contained within the Norfolk Boreas and Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Orders 2021 and 2022 (As amended), specifically:
- Schedules 9, 10, 11 and 12 of the Norfolk Vanguard Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022 (As amended), Part 1, Paragraph 1
- Schedules 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 of the Norfolk Boreas Offshore Wind Farm Order 2021 (As amended), Part 1, Paragraph 1
The MMO’s decision was to vary the DMLs as detailed in the Decision Letter and Notices of Variation, effective from 1 October 2025.
SPE13525 - Supply Balance (economic code 05): certificates issued in another Member State (NI ONLY)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


This manual will be archived on 15 December 2025. For up-to-date guidance on special procedures, please refer to Pay less or no duty on goods you store, repair, process or temporarily use (GOV.UK) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/pay-less-or-no-duty-on-goods-you-store-repair-process-or-temporarily-use) and Customs Technical Handbooks (GOV.UK) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/customs-technical-handbooks). If you have feedback about this manual being archived, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Note: This manual is under review and is likely to be withdrawn. If there is anything within this manual you use regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx?subject=%node:field_page_reference feedback) to let us know. Please check the other guidance available on GOV.UK from HMRC (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/services-information).

These should be treated in the same way as those issued by the RPA. The signed and stamped certificates should be returned to the issuing office specified in Section 1 of the certificate within 15 working days.

A copy of the authenticated certificate should be retained in the trader's folder.

Note - Northern Ireland (NI) Customs Authorisations will continue to fall within the provisions of the Union Customs Code (UCC), as retained by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 and CEMA 1979
Arts and Humanities Research Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

The home of Arts and Humanities Research Council on GOV.UK. The Arts and Humanities Research Council funds outstanding original research across the whole range of the arts and humanities.

The Arts and Humanities Research Council funds outstanding original research across the whole range of the arts and humanities.

AHRC is part of the UK Research and Innovation (/government/organisations/uk-research-and-innovation).
CAPI17100 - Controls on the importation of reduced rates of duty on beef: frozen beef intended for processing
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


This manual will be archived on 15 December 2025. If there is content within this manual you use regularly, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know.

An import tariff quota allowing frozen beef intended for processing was created under Regulation 412/2008. The quota is split in to two parts known as A-products and B-products, and the relevant part applicable to an importation depends on what product the beef will be processed in to; most imports will be for the manufacture of A-products.

The quota number for the manufacture A-products is 09.4057; for B-products it is 09.4058. An import licence is required for the use of this quota, and this should have the relevant commodity code and one of the two quota numbers on it.

The duty payable on A-products is 20%. On B-products the duty is 20% plus an additional specific duty. The commodity codes covered by this quota are as follows; the relevant specific duty for B-products is shown alongside:

xx-xxxx-xxxx and 95 (994.5 Euros per tonne)xx-xxxx-xxxx and 95 (1554.3 Euros per tonne)xx-xxxx-xxxx and 95 (1554.3 Euros per tonne) xx-xxxx-xxxx and 55 (2138.4 Euros per tonne) xx-xxxx-xxxx and 34 (2138.4 Euros per tonne)

A security is payable to the RPA which is repayable once the beef has been processed to their satisfaction. Before releasing beef under this quota, a check should be made to ensure that the security has been lodged. This should take the form of an email from the RPA to the importer confirming receipt of the security. A copy of this email should be presented with other documentation.
Mr M Ibrahim v DBOI Global Services (UK) Ltd: 1306174/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Ibrahim v DBOI Global Services (UK) Ltd: 1306174/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b5d393ae5d020b0914bb6f/Mr_M_Ibrahim_v_DBOI_Global_Services__UK__Limited_1306174.24__-_UDL_SO_17.10.24.Not.Signed.pdf).
RG25 3DS, Mrs Victoria Boyd: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/ZP3423MH/A001
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-09)

View the application submitted by Mrs Victoria Boyd for Upper Whitehill Farm, Overton, Basingtoke, Hampshire, RG25 3DS.

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for:
- waste and mining waste operations
- installations
- water discharge and groundwater activities
- medium combustion plant and specified generators
The arrangements are explained in their Public Participation Statement (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/environmental-permits-when-and-how-we-consult)

These notices explain:
- what the application is about
- when you need to comment by
The Environment Agency will decide:
- whether to grant or refuse the application
- what conditions to include in the permit (if granted)
Mrs L B Sailsbury v Solace Hairdressing Ltd: 2402790/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs L B Sailsbury v Solace Hairdressing Ltd: 2402790/2024 - Judgment on Liability (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67233cb83aa14203d06ef5b5/Mrs_L_B_Sailsbury_v_Solace_Hairdressing_Ltd_-_2402790_2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs L B Sailsbury v Solace Hairdressing Ltd: 2402790/2024 - Remedy (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67ac89d548169f7508af605b/Mrs_L_Salisbury_v_Solace_Hairdressing_Limited_-_2402790_2024.pdf).
Tell HMRC about the end of a qualifying interest in possession because someone has died (IHT100b (death))
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-25)

Use this form to tell us that a beneficiary's qualifying interest in possession in a trust has come to an end due to their death and Inheritance Tax is due.

Use form IHT100b (death) to tell HMRC that Inheritance Tax is due on a trust.

How to complete the form

You need to:
- Download and save the form on your computer.
- Open it using the latest free version of Adobe Reader (http://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/).
- Complete it on-screen. The form may not work if you try to open it in your internet browser. If the form does not open, contact online services support for more help (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/contact/online-services-helpdesk).
Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund Evaluation Report
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-28)

An evaluation of the Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund, part of the wider 2023 VCSE Cost of Living Programme.

In 2023, the UK Government announced the VCSE Cost of Living (CoL) Programme, a £101.5m support package provided by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). This programme aimed to help frontline delivery organisations deal with the cost of living challenges. Part of the support package was the Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund (CCLF), a £76 million package to support voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations in England facing increased demand for their services and increased delivery costs.

The CCLF ran from July to October 2023 and was administered by an intermediary grant maker (IGM), The National Lottery Community Fund. The main aim of the CCLF was to ensure that organisations delivering critical frontline services were able to maintain delivery or increase in volume and/or expand the scope of their activity to meet increased demand.

The evaluation of the CCLF was undertaken by Ecorys UK and Dr Diarmund McDonnell of Braw Data Ltd and ran from October 2023 to March 2025. The overall aim of the evaluation was to assess the extent to which the CCLF delivered on its objectives and to help build an evidence base on VCSE organisational resilience and the impact of interventions on end beneficiaries. The evaluation used a mixed-method approach, this involved interviews with programme stakeholders, case studies with VCSEs, 2 waves of surveys with VCSE applications, Bayesian Process Tracing and the analysis of management information (MI).

The report sets out the key process, impact and economic evaluation findings of the CCLF. Some of the key findings from the evaluation were:
- The CCLF positively impacted organisations’ ability to maintain and increase the number and range of services during the funded period,
- In the short term organisations were able to cover high delivery costs and avoid unplanned use of their reserves,
- The funding helped organisations to sustain their workforce and strengthen staff capacity, and
- The funded services addressed the immediate needs of beneficiaries.
Ms H Sneddon v North Lanarkshire Council: 4102655/2017
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-30)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms H Sneddon v North Lanarkshire Council: 4102655/2017 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682c51161be3f53ed5f452de/Ms_H_Sneddon_v_North_Lanarkshire_Council_-_4102655.2017_-_Judgment.pdf).
CAPI07550 - CAP import licences: licence extracts
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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Some importers may wish to import consignments into different locations concurrently using the same licence.

In these circumstances the importer can apply to the issuing authority for one or more extracts of the licence.

Extracts are supplementary licences covering part of the quantity issued under the original document.

They are issued in exactly the same format as original licences and are subject to the same terms and conditions.

The word 'Extract' in the language of the issuing authority is shown against the quantity recorded on the licence.

The original licence is retained by the issuing authority and attributed on return of the extracts.
Explosive detection systems for cabin baggage (EDSCB)
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-02)

List of explosive detection systems for cabin baggage approved by us for general and exceptional case by case use in aviation security.

Listing of the approved explosive detection systems for cabin baggage (EDSCB) approved by the Department for Transport for use in aviation security.

The approved EDSCB analyses cabin bags and trays for the presence of explosive material.

This listing has a 3 tier standard approval. The first standard, C1, is approved for use in airports.

The remaining standards, C2 and C3, will require special approval from us (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx?subject=EDSCB%20C2%20or%20C3%20standard%20approval%20request) before being used.
Jigsaw 24
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 Jigsaw 24 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 Jigsaw 24 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
- 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.
AAIB investigation to Piper PA-46-350P, N3117J
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-11)

Aircraft departed centreline on take-off hitting an adjacent hedge, Kilkeel (Greencastle) Airfield, County Down, 18 May 2025

The pilot lost sight of the runway centreline on rotation, with the aircraft drifting to the left and the wheels entering long grass next to the mown runway strip. He was unable to recover directional control and the aircraft hit an adjacent hedge and earth bank causing considerable damage. There were no injuries.

Download the report:

Piper PA-46-350P, N3117J 09-25 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68bef52192fb36a072da1cc8/Piper_PA_46-350P_N3117J_09-25.pdf)

Download glossary of abbreviations:

Glossary of abbreviations (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68bef4e392fb36a072da1cc7/Abbreviations.pdf)
Highway Traffic Management Limited
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 Highway Traffic Management Limited 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 Highway Traffic Management Limited 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:
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
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.
17 Park Court, Park Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1NL :LON/00AS/MNR/2025/0901
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Ian B Holdsworth FRICS
RICS Registered Valuer on Date 21 October 2025

Read the full decision in 17 Park Court, Park Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1NL :LON/00AS/MNR/2025/0901 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6903604ae2ebc0fb39a51ff5/251021_-MR_Determination_F_17_Park_Court__Park_Road__Uxbridge__UB8_1NL.pdf) Read the summary reasons in 17 Park Court, Park Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1NL :LON/00AS/MNR/2025/0901 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69036053cc6b3272b391313e/251021-_Summary_Reasons-_17_Park_Court__Park_Road__Uxbridge__UB8_1NL.pdf)
Coastguard Rescue Service areas and stations
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

A list of the Coastguard Rescue Service areas across the UK and the volunteer stations in each of them.

Use this information to find out what area a HM Coastguard station is in, if you want to volunteer for the service. You will need to know this when filling in your coastguard rescue officer application (https://www.gov.uk/volunteer-as-a-coastguard).
NG34 9GH, Willmott Dixon Construction Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/BP3427LW/A001
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

View the application submitted by Willmott Dixon Construction Limited for Lincolnshire Secure Children's Home, Waterside North, Sleaford, NG34 9GH.

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for:
- waste and mining waste operations
- installations
- water discharge and groundwater activities
- medium combustion plant and specified generators
The arrangements are explained in their Public Participation Statement (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/environmental-permits-when-and-how-we-consult)

These notices explain:
- what the application is about
- when you need to comment by
The Environment Agency will decide:
- whether to grant or refuse the application
- what conditions to include in the permit (if granted)
Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1: guidance for invited applicants
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

Invited applicants can apply for a grant to add a veranda onto, or to upgrade or replace existing laying hen or pullet housing to improve animal health and welfare.

Only invited applicants can apply for round 1 of the Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant.

Find out about other grants and funds (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/funding-for-farmers).

What the grant is for

Round 1 of the Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant is to provide animal health and welfare benefits by:
- replacing or upgrading existing laying hen or pullet housing (a ‘comprehensive’ project)
- adding a veranda onto existing laying hen or pullet housing (a ‘veranda-only’ project)
Grant value: between £5,000 and £500,000.

Who can apply

You can apply for a grant if you’re:
- an existing commercial egg producer or pullet rearer
- a registered keeper of 1000 or more birds, which must be on site when you filled in the online checker or have been within the last 6 months
When you can apply

Invited applicants have until 11:59pm on 28 April 2026 to submit your full application.

How to apply

Read how to apply for a comprehensive project as part of the Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1/how-to-apply-for-a-comprehensive-project-as-part-of-the-laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant) or how to apply for a veranda-only project as part of the Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1/how-to-apply-for-a-veranda-only-project-as-part-of-the-laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant).

Read how to submit a Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1 full application for Comprehensive projects (invited applicants) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1/how-to-submit-a-laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1-full-application-for-comprehensive-projects-invited-applicants) or how to submit a Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant round 1 full application for Veranda-only projects (invited applicants) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1/how-to-submit-a-laying-hen-housing-for-health-and-welfare-grant-round-1-full-application-for-veranda-only-projects-invited-applicants).

Complete your application and email it with any supporting documents to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

The success of your application will depend on the:
- score your project achieves (comprehensive projects only)
- number and value of applications we receive (comprehensive and veranda-only projects)
If your application is successful, the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) will send you a grant funding agreement (GFA).
Mr C Dolan v Prestwick Aircraft Management Ltd: 4104279/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-20)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr C Dolan v Prestwick Aircraft Management Ltd: 4104279/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66ffe8513b919067bb482c6b/Mr_C_Dolan_v_Prestwick_Aircraft_Management_Limited_-_4104279.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr C Dolan v Prestwick Aircraft Management Ltd: 4104279/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67daa7bb69606cdea9e08816/Mr_C_Dolan_v_Prestwick_Aircraft_Management_Ltd_-_4104279.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
TPN MEDIA LIMITED (Phoenix Newspaper)
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 TPN MEDIA LIMITED (Phoenix Newspaper) 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 TPN MEDIA LIMITED (Phoenix Newspaper) 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
- Discounts
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.
Apply for a digital tachograph driver card (D777B(DL))
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-07)

Application for a digital tachograph driver card for GB photocard driving licences.

If you hold a GB-issued tachograph card or a GB photocard driving licence, apply for a digital tachograph driver card using this D777B(DL) application form. You do not need a new photo.

If you do not hold a GB-issued tachograph card or a GB photocard driving licence, you must apply using a D777B application form. (https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-a-digital-tachograph-driver-smart-card)
5 Sycamore Grove, London, SE20 8BS​  - LON/00AF/F77/2025/0203
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

First-tier Tribunal – Property Chamber Decision of Ian B Holdsworth FRICS, Dated 2nd September 2025

Read Reasons in - 5 Sycamore Grove, London, SE20 8BS​ - LON/00AF/F77/2025/0203 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c2da3fa74b1137c7edd8eb/250911_-_Summary_Reasons_5_Sycamore.pdf) Read Final Decision in - 5 Sycamore Grove, London, SE20 8BS​ - LON/00AF/F77/2025/0203 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c2da33a74b1137c7edd8ea/250911_-_Signed_Dec_5_Sycamore.pdf)
Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-22)

Information about the additional allowance for service personnel and veterans who have been seriously injured as a result of service on or after 6 April 2005.

Overview

Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP) is an additional allowance which provides financial support for service personnel and veterans who have an Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) Guaranteed Income Payment (GIP) which is in Band A - C.

AFIP is paid at the same rate as the combined enhanced daily living and mobility components of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). (https://www.gov.uk/pip)

Eligibility

You could be eligible for AFIP if:
- you were injured on or after 6 April 2005, and
- you are given an AFCS (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/armed-forces-compensation-scheme-afcs) GIP which is in Band A - C.
If you are eligible, you will get the payment for as long as you’re entitled to this level of GIP. You won’t be reassessed in the future.

Important information

You cannot get AFIP at the same time as the following benefits:
- Disability Living Allowance (DLA) (https://www.gov.uk/dla-disability-living-allowance-benefit) or PIP (https://www.gov.uk/pip)
- War Pensioners Mobility Supplement (WPMS) (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/war-pension-scheme-mobility-supplement-wpms)
- War Pensions Constant Attendance Allowance (CAA) (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/war-pension-scheme-constant-attendance-allowance-caa)
- Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB)Constant Attendance Allowance (CAA) (https://www.gov.uk/industrial-injuries-disablement-benefit)
- Attendance Allowance (AA) (https://www.gov.uk/attendance-allowance)
- Child Disability Payment (https://www.mygov.scot/child-disability-payment)
- Adult Disability Payment (https://www.mygov.scot/adult-disability-payment)
- Pension Age Disability Payment (https://www.mygov.scot/pension-age-disability-payment)
- Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance (http://www.mygov.scot/browse/benefits/disability-benefits/scottish-adult-disability-living-allowance)
How to claim

Veterans UK (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/veterans-uk) will automatically issue a claim form to those who have an AFCS GIP which is in Band A - C. If you do not receive a claim form, please contact us. (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/veterans-uk-contact-us)

If you disagree with a decision

Information on what to do if you think the decision is wrong (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/appeal-a-war-pension-or-armed-forces-compensation-decision)

If you need help

If you have any questions, contact Veterans UK (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/veterans-uk-contact-us)
Rebecca Fabrizi
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)

Rebecca Fabrizi is the Acting High Commissioner at the British High Commission in Malawi. She took up this role in July 2025. Prior to assuming this position she was the UK Special Envoy for Small Island Developing States, leading the development of partnerships, policies and programmes to address the unique vulnerabilities of SIDS and support them to achieve sustainable resilience. She was also the lead for bilateral relationships between the UK and Caribbean countries. In her diplomatic career so far, Rebecca has enjoyed postings in Beijing, Rome, Belgrade and at the United Nations and WTO in Geneva. She has also worked for the European Union in Brussels and as an academic at the Australian National University.

Rebecca Fabrizi is the Acting High Commissioner at the British High Commission in Malawi. She took up this role in July 2025.

Prior to assuming this position she was the UK Special Envoy for Small Island Developing States, leading the development of partnerships, policies and programmes to address the unique vulnerabilities of SIDS and support them to achieve sustainable resilience. She was also the lead for bilateral relationships between the UK and Caribbean countries. In her diplomatic career so far, Rebecca has enjoyed postings in Beijing, Rome, Belgrade and at the United Nations and WTO in Geneva. She has also worked for the European Union in Brussels and as an academic at the Australian National University.
Mr M England v Metalwash Ltd: 6015657/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M England v Metalwash Ltd: 6015657/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69283f2d9c1eda2cdf0341c3/Mr_M_England_-vs-_Metalwash_Ltd_-_Judgment.pdf).
CAPI07100 - CAP import licences: CAP licences
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


This manual will be archived on 15 December 2025. If there is content within this manual you use regularly, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know.

The UK operates two types of licence:
- Electronic - These convey the same rights and carry the same obligations as paper licences but are held on CHIEF. As with paper licences, attributions to electronic licences coincide with the declaration into free circulation. The electronic attribution is made in Box 44 of the CHIEF declaration.
- Paper - These are only issued occasionally by the RPA. However licences issued by other Member States will always be paper.