theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Wyvern Rail Plc
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 Wyvern Rail Plc 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 Wyvern Rail Plc 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 Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- 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.
DWP benefits statistics: August 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-01)

Accredited Official Statistics and Official Statistics release of the main DWP administered benefits through Stat-Xplore or supplementary tables where appropriate.

This is a quarterly Accredited Official Statistics and Official Statistics release of the main DWP-administered benefits via Stat-Xplore (https://stat-xplore.dwp.gov.uk/webapi/jsf/login.xhtml) or supplementary tables where appropriate.

Statistics on Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/industrial-injuries-disablement-benefit-quarterly-statistics) are also published as part of this release.

Statistics on Maternity Allowance (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maternity-allowance-quarterly-statistics) are suspended from the August 2024 release.

Scottish devolution: changes to the presentation of DWP statistics

The devolution of social security benefits (https://www.gov.scot/publications/responsibility-for-benefits-overview/) to the Scottish Government is now impacting DWP statistics.

Refer to our background information note (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dwp-statistical-summary-policies-and-statements/dwp-benefits-statistical-summary-background-information-note) for more information on presentational changes we have made to our statistics in response to Scottish devolution.

More information

A statistical summary document is published every 6 months in February and August each year. It contains a high-level summary of the latest Accredited Official Statistics and Official Statistics on DWP benefits.

Commentary on Benefit Combination statistics is now included twice a year as part of the February and August releases. Benefit Combinations statistics are also released quarterly on Stat-Xplore (https://stat-xplore.dwp.gov.uk/webapi/jsf/dataCatalogueExplorer.xhtml).

Find further information about the publication and statistics, including details on changes and revisions, in the background and methodology documents (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dwp-statistical-summary-policies-and-statements).

Further information about this release can be found on the DWP benefits statistics collection page (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dwp-statistical-summaries) and in the ‘Welfare, Wellbeing and Housing’ community on StatsUserNetwork (https://www.statsusernetwork.ons.gov.uk/).

Feedback

If you have any comments or questions, get in touch by email at: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Oswestry School
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 Oswestry School 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 Oswestry School 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 Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:

-Offering three specific boarding places at a substantially reduced rate for children of serving armed forces personnel

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.
Mrs L A Swift v Govia Thameslink Railway Ltd: 2304652/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs L A Swift v Govia Thameslink Railway Ltd: 2304652/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b30cfb4a80c6718b55bdf5/Mrs_L_A_Swift_v_Govia_Thameslink_Railway_Limited_2304652-2023_Judgment_29.01.25....pdf).
SALCS Installations 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 SALCS Installations 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 SALCS Installations 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
- 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.
Register an unincorporated association for Corporation Tax
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-11)

Find out how to register for Corporation Tax as a club, co-operative or other unincorporated association.

Who should register

You should register for Corporation Tax when an unincorporated association (https://www.gov.uk/unincorporated-associations) either starts:
- trading
- receiving other income
When to register

You must register within 3 months from the date the unincorporated association starts trading (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/corporation-tax-trading-and-non-trading) or receiving other income such as from investments.

What you’ll need

To register as an unincorporated association for Corporation Tax, you will need the following information:

organisation’s name

any previous names your organisation has had

the address any official mail should be sent to

date the organisation was established

date the organisation became liable to Corporation Tax

date the organisation intends to prepare its first accounts

your first and last names

your relationship to the organisation or role in the organisation

your telephone number and email address

How to register

You can fill the form in online. You will then need to print the form and send it to us using the address shown on the form.

Register now (https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/guidance/register-a-uk-unincorporated-association-for-corporation-tax)

Other ways to register

If you’re unable to register online, you can write a letter to HMRC instead.

You’ll need to use 2410555555 for your 10-digit dummy Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR). You must include this at the top of your letter.

You will also need to include all the information from the ‘What you’ll need’ section in your letter.

Send your letter to:

Corporation Tax ServicesHM Revenue and CustomsBX9 1AXUnited Kingdom

After you’ve registered

The dummy UTR should only be used to chase the progress of your registration.

HMRC will process your registration and send your Corporation Tax UTR by post.
Guardians for Heroes CIC
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 Guardians for Heroes CIC 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 Guardians for Heroes CIC 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
- Discounts
- 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 T Malone v Delta Technology Ltd (in Voluntary Liquidation): 3305282/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr T Malone v Delta Technology Ltd (in Voluntary Liquidation): 3305282/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6866696ddd1a7e01559e6d2f/Mr_T_MALONE___v_-_Delta_Technology_Limited__in_Voluntary_Liquidation____3305282-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Miss O Fasinro v Coyle Personnel Ltd: 3301921/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss O Fasinro v Coyle Personnel Ltd: 3301921/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6908bf23ef26c341988b25be/Miss_O_Fasinro_v_Coyle_Personnel_Limited_3301921.2024_FMH_Judgment_.pdf).
Dstl science and technology procurement frameworks
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-04)

How suppliers can participate in our frameworks and how customers can use Dstl frameworks to procure science and technology (S&T) research.

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), as the MOD S&T category manager, has established strategic S&T framework agreements for use across government.

These frameworks are an efficient way for UK government to engage science and technology suppliers and for suppliers to become part of the UK government S&T supply chain.

Dstl work with industry including small and medium-sized enterprises and academia to help deliver the science behind UK security and defence.

Each of the frameworks covers a specific area of science and technology; some are sub-divided into lots. Each framework or lot is managed by a lead contractor. The frameworks are:
- Analysis for science and technology research in defence (ASTRID) framework
- Serapis framework, covering C4ISR (command, control, computers, communication, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance), space systems, synthetic environments and simulation technology
- Weapons sector research framework (WSRF)
Dstl also uses a dynamic procurement system called R-Cloud to match suppliers’ capabilities and skills to our requirements. Register to join the R-Cloud (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/r-cloud) at any time.

Read our full guidance on how to sell to or work with Dstl (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-sell-to-dstl-industry-academia-and-other-research-organisations).
National Data Guardian briefing on the Data (Use and Access) Bill
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-20)

This document outlines the National Data Guardian's views on the Data (Use and Access) Bill.  It highlights their support for specific provisions while calling for further consideration of other aspects.

This briefing on the Data (Use and Access) Bill (DUA) (https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3825) was prepared as part of the National Data Guardian’s (NDG) official duty to advise the government on matters related to health and care data. Although the DUA Bill is not primarily focused on health and care data, the NDG has a responsibility to comment on any legislation or policies that could potentially impact data in these areas.

The briefing was shared with officials from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), and other key stakeholders.

We are publishing this document to promote transparency, support parliamentary discussions on the Bill, and inform those with an interest in the topic.
SGSAROA4000 - Contacting DBT Export Control Joint Unit for licensability rulings
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.

Note: This manual is under review following Brexit 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) to let us know. Please check the other guidance available on GOV.UK from HMRC.

Complete and send a rating request using the SPIRE system at https://www.spire.trade.gov.uk/spire. Request any supporting documents, from the agent/exporter. Ideally technical specifications, of the goods, should be scanned in to SPIRE but where this is not possible they should be attached electronically.

If for any reason you decide to abort an enquiry which is still being dealt with by DBT inform them using the SPIRE system.

If you have any queries about registering and using SPIRE please contact Customs Enforcement Policy on one of the telephone numbers shown in the Forward SGSAROA1030.
SACM9010 - Consequential Claims after Assessment and Amendment: Culpable Additions
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-29)


Throughout this manual legislative references are to the Taxes Management Act 1970 (TMA70), unless otherwise stated.

Where we make a discovery assessment or amend a return in an SA enquiry closure notice because of careless or deliberate behaviour, the taxpayer can make an out-of-time claim or application for a relief or allowance for the relevant year (the year relating to the discovery assessment or amendment).

The claim is limited to the extent that it can be given effect
- in the discovery assessment, or
- against the additional liability charged by our amendment, see S36(3) and S43C(1).
In such cases we accept that making a claim also includes increasing the amount of a previous claim.

Not all claims fall within the wording of S36(3). For example it does not apply to
- a claim that an asset has become of negligible value, see TCGA92/S24(2)
- a claim that a loan to a trader has become irrecoverable, see TCGA92/S253.
S36(3) does not permit a taxpayer to make an election out-of-time.

A report should be made to the appropriate Technical Team where, in the case of a late election, the Board is empowered to allow further time or a submission is mandatory. For example, certain late capital gains tax elections must be submitted under the guidance at CG13700P (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg13700p).
Pensions Investment Review: Unlocking the UK pensions market for growth
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-29)

This consultation sets out proposed reforms to deliver scale, accelerate consolidation and drive a focus on value over cost in the Defined Contribution (DC) workplace pensions market and explores other changes.

The consultation sets out proposals to legislate for a minimum size and maximum number of Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme default funds. These measures will enable the DC market to move to fewer, larger funds which are better placed to invest in productive assets and more able to deliver greater returns for members.

To support these measures, we also set out proposals to enable contractual overrides for contract-based pension arrangements, subject to appropriate member protections. This would enable transfers without consent into either a trust-based or contract-based arrangement and would aid the shift to fewer, larger schemes.

We also use this consultation to explore the role of differential pricing in a consolidated market and the roles of employers and their advisers and seeks views on the merits of proposals to encourage them to focus on value from their workplace pensions.
ARX Risk Management 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 ARX Risk Management 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 ARX Risk Management 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 Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
We also pledge the following:
- Develop relationships and work collaboratively with other organisations supporting the Covenant and the Armed Forces Community in your locality/region.
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.
VATSC30130 - Illegal supplies: Lost, stolen or destroyed goods
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-24)


Goods may be lost, stolen or destroyed at various stages of the transaction, for example whilst still at the supplier’s premises or en route to the customer. Whether output tax is due depends on whether title has transferred to the customer. Further details are contained in Notice 700 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vat-guide-notice-700). The sale of stolen goods is a taxable supply (see Oliver in VATSC03110 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/vat-supply-and-consideration/vatsc03110)).
HMRC Mileage Rates Research
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-28)

HMRC commissioned Ipsos to undertake a quantitative survey to explore the use of simplified mileage rates among self-employed individuals.

The overall objective of this research was to help HMRC understand the wider population of businesses that use vehicles, as well as those that use the simplified mileage rates. The research also sought to understand why some sole traders and partnerships who use vehicles have not taken the option of using simplified mileage rates, and whether they would consider doing so in future.

The research consisted of 1,000 interviews with vehicle owners who were either sole traders or in a business partnership.
Bowmer + Kirkland 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 Bowmer + Kirkland 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 Bowmer + Kirkland 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:
- 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.
ABC v Dexters London Ltd and Burlington Estates Ltd: 2217495/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in ABC v Dexters London Ltd and Burlington Estates Ltd: 2217495/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6847ef5b5e925395728061b4/ABC_v_1.__Dexters_London_Limited_2._Burlington_Estates_Limited_-_2217495-2024_-_PH.pdf).
AAIB investigation to EMB-145EP, G-SAJK
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-09)

EMB-145EP (G-SAJK), cabin crew member suffered fractured foot during turn-around, Aberdeen Airport, 10 October 2024

During the aircraft turn-around, a member of cabin crew was removing the bin liner from the metal galley bin when they were distracted by a flight dispatcher handing them a document. The metal bin dropped onto their foot causing a bone fracture. The cabin crew member did not depart on the subsequent flight and received medical attention. To prevent reoccurrence, the operator is going to advise its cabin crew to use the galley trolley bins, instead of the galley fixed bin.

Download report:

EMB-145EP, G-SAJK 1-25 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677ba03b22a085c5ff5c03c2/EMB-145EP_G-SAJK_1-25.pdf)

Download glossary of abbreviations:

Glossary of abbreviations (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677b9c5a6f01ae28ab5c03c0/Abbreviations.pdf)
General Sir Gwyn Jenkins KCB OBE RM has been appointed as First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff, and Aide-de-Camp to His Majesty
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-15)

Defence Secretary John Healey has confirmed that His Majesty The King has approved the new appointment of First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff. 
 
General Sir Gwyn Jenkins KCB OBE RM is to be appointed as First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff, and Aide-de-Camp to His Majesty.

Defence Secretary John Healey, said:

I warmly congratulate General Sir Gwyn Jenkins on his selection as the next First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff. As the first Royal Marine appointed to the role, this is a hugely significant moment for the Royal Navy.

General Jenkins is a proven leader with a distinguished career in both the military and at the core of government. I know he will deliver in this pivotal role, making Britain secure at home and strong abroad.

Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said:

I am very pleased to welcome General Jenkins as the next First Sea Lord.

As one of the outstanding Royal Marines of his generation, he brings with him a wealth of operational and organisational expertise. His appointment reflects a Corps which is bound even more tightly to the way the Royal Navy thinks, operates and fights.

In a more dangerous and demanding world, General Jenkins has the instincts and ambition needed to continue the modernisation of the Royal Navy, ensuring it can meet future threats and continue to safeguard our nation’s security and prosperity.

General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, said:

It is an honour to be selected as the next First Sea Lord.

I feel extremely privileged to lead the exceptional sailors and marines of the Royal Navy at this pivotal time for UK Defence.

Throughout my career, I have always been motivated by the vital role the Royal Navy has in keeping our nation safe. To do that now, we need to accelerate our return to a war fighting force that is ready for conflict, expand our modernisation efforts and deliver the Royal Navy our nation needs.
NATS technical failure of August 2023: CAA progress report on review recommendations
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-01)

Publication of CAA report on its progress to address recommendations made by an independent review into NATS technical failure of August 2023.

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today (1 July 2025) published a report on the progress made in relation to the 34 recommendations (https://www.caa.co.uk/our-work/publications/documents/content/cap3109/) which were made in the independent review’s final report into the NATS technical IT failure of August 2023 (https://www.caa.co.uk/commercial-industry/airspace/air-traffic-management-and-air-navigational-services/air-navigation-services/nats-august-2023-failure-review/).

I would like to express my gratitude to the CAA, NATS, airlines and airports for the progress they have made in responding to the recommendations which were made by the independent panel. Today’s report confirms the positive approach which has been made in responding to the recommendations by all stakeholders.

NATS has delivered its recommendations with many of these already having been confirmed as completed by the CAA. The CAA expects to have completed validation of all recommendations made to NATS during the summer. Airlines and airports have committed to reviewing their practices for communicating and assisting their passengers during periods of disruption. The CAA are reviewing these plans and will monitor compliance through an extended compliance programme, along with establishing an industry code of conduct. The CAA will continue to hold airlines/airports to account for how they meet their obligations to consumers.

The CAA is making good progress in responding to its recommendations. In particular it has focused its efforts in response to the panel’s recommendations relating to the expansion of its work on improving industry compliance and the rights of aviation consumers. The CAA will commence a programme of work related to the next price control review period for NATS (NR28) which will directly address a number of the recommendations which were made by the panel.

My department remains steadfast in our commitment to delivering on the recommendations which the panel has made for government, and we will make the required legislative reforms on which this is dependent when parliamentary time allows, to ensure air passengers have the highest level of protection possible.

The CAA will provide a further report on progress with the recommendations towards the end of the year. The expectation is that most of the recommendations made by the panel will have been validated and completed by the end of 2026.
Historic interfaith peace accord presented to The King
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-12)

Scottish Secretary present to witness signing

Senior Muslim and Jewish denominational leaders in the UK have signed [11 February] a landmark agreement, The Drumlanrig Accord.

The accord establishes a structured framework for sustained Muslim-Jewish collaboration, fostering deeper understanding and shared responsibility.

Signed at Spencer House, the faith leaders subsequently presented a copy of the accord to His Majesty The King at Buckingham Palace.

The initiative represents a deep and enduring commitment from the UK’s Jewish and Muslim communities to strengthen relationships, promote understanding, and work together for the common good. It is the outcome of a yearlong series of high-level meetings convened by Imam Dr Sayed Razawi, culminating in a retreat in January at Drumlanrig Castle, hosted by the Duke of Buccleuch. The Scottish Secretary joined the delegates at the event remotely.

After witnessing the signing of the accord, Scottish Secretary Ian Murray said:

It was a real privilege to witness the signing of this agreement between senior Muslim and Jewish leaders. It is a really important moment in interfaith relations. I was honoured to join delegates for part of their event at Drumlanrig Castle, and was impressed by the depth of commitment on all sides to ensure reconciliation and positive relationships. I know that all involved will continue to work together to deepen understanding and collaboration in Scotland and across the UK.
Animal by-products for purposes outside the feed chain or for trade samples to, or transit through, the European Union and Northern Ireland: certificate 8312
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)

Apply online for an export health certificate (EHC) to export animal by-products from Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) to the EU or move them to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply online for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service to export to the EU or to move animal by-products to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you do not need an EHC to export to the EU. Contact DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx to find out what you need to do.

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68d13b7bb6c608ff9421b11c/8312_NFG_Nov25_v15.pdf), specimen certificate (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5f68c8bbe90e077f62f5ecb6/8312_EN.pdf) and Postcode Schedule (Products) V3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/634ed276d3bf7f618b1cb854/Postcode_Schedule__Products__V3.xlsx).

2. Apply online

You’ll need:
- a Government Gateway account
- a Defra account
If you don’t already have them you’ll need to register for these accounts (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-register-for-export-health-certificate-ehc-online), and so will your official vet or inspector (http://apha.defra.gov.uk/official-vets/Guidance/exports/ehc-online.htm).

You must submit a Postcode Schedule (Products) V3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/634ed276d3bf7f618b1cb854/Postcode_Schedule__Products__V3.xlsx) with your application.

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/8312EHC)

Registration takes around 5 minutes. Official vets and inspectors will also need to have their registration checked by APHA.

Register and sign in as an official vet or inspector (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/certify-an-export-health-certificate).

Read the accessibility statement for this service (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/accessibility-statement-for-export-health-certificates-online).

Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for blocks of certificates.
Find out more

Stay up to date with any changes to EHCs by signing up for email alerts (https://www.gov.uk/export-health-certificates/email-signup).

Find out about getting an EHC (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-an-export-health-certificate).

Find out about exporting live animals and animal products (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/exporting-animals-animal-products-fish-and-fishery-products-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal).

Help with your application

In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

In Northern Ireland, call DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges).
Equivalent goods imported under warranty or guarantee
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Information on equivalent goods imported under warranty or guarantee.

If UK goods are returned for repair under warranty or guarantee, inward processing does not necessarily have to be used just because goods will be re-exported from the UK. If the goods are eligible, trader will also have the option of using returned goods relief.

Although there is nothing wrong with using IP, the importer would for IP purposes:
- be required to keep records of what work is carried out on goods returned to them
- have a limited period that the goods can remain under IP
- need to provide returns for their IP entries
- must follow specific IP export procedures
Link to legislation
- Use of equivalent domestic goods/schedule/2/paragraph/23, (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2018/22/schedule/2/paragraph/23/enacted)
- Authorisation to use equivalent goods/regulation/45, (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/1249/regulation/45)
- Equivalent goods/regulation/46 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2018/1249/regulation/46/made)
Ms H M Tang v Mitie Ltd: 6001076/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms H M Tang v Mitie Ltd: 6001076/2025 - Partial Withdrawal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69147e639d50fc2fe8161692/Ms_H_M_Tang_v_Mitie_Ltd_6001076.2025.pdf).
Heat networks
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-10)

Heat networks form an important part of the government’s plan to reduce carbon and cut heating bills for customers.

Heat networks are vital to making net zero a reality in the UK. In high density urban areas, they are often the lowest cost, low carbon heating option. This is because they offer a communal solution that can provide heat to a range of homes and businesses by capturing or generating heat locally.

By driving forward new low carbon technologies like heat networks, we can cut the use of fossil fuels for heating our homes and shield households from oil and gas price rises that are being pushed up by pressures on global energy markets.

Through the Heat Network Transformation Programme (HNTP) the government is working with industry and local authorities, and investing over half a billion pounds in funds and programmes, to develop new heat networks and improve existing ones.

To help shape a successful heat network market the government also works closely with senior industry leaders through the Heat Networks Industry Council (https://www.heatnic.uk/).

This collection page pulls together key information about the HNTP.

Please subscribe to receive the latest email news, updates, and announcements (https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKBEIS_HN/signup/34354) about the programme.

Photo credit: Vital Energi
Crianza (Argentina)
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Traditional term for wine

Summary

The expressions Cask, Oak Ageing, Oak Aged or similar ones may only be employed when oak barrels have actually been used to convey the characteristics of the wood to the wine products.

Application for protection of a traditional term

Application for protection of a traditional term - Crianza (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6633403c7d1f0e84aff0cccc/Traditional_terms_CRIANZA-application-pn18_tmp.pdf)

Decision Notice

Crianza Decision Notice (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68625de9b77395b48b609ceb/Crianza_Decision_Notice.docx)
S K Distribution
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 S K Distribution 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 S K Distribution 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
- Discounts
- 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.