theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
ECSH43510 - Exclusions and exemptions: introduction
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-14)


As set out in ECSH40500 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh40500), any business undertaking relevant activity is required to register for supervision. If a business is undertaking relevant activity within one of the sectors listed and is not registered with another supervisor, it must be registered with HMRC for anti-money laundering supervision.

However, there are limited circumstances in which a business may be exempt from registration, i.e. where it meets the criteria for exclusion under regulation 15 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/692/regulation/15) of The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017). Further details of this can be found in ECSH43520 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43520). Where there is an exemption based on the business activity undertaken in a particular sector, please see:
- Accountancy Service Providers ECSH43531 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43531)
- Art Market Participants ECSH43535 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43535)
- Estate Agent Businesses ECSH43540 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43540)
- High Value Dealers ECSH43545 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43545)
- Letting Agency Businesses ECSH43550 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43550)
- Money Service Businesses ECSH43555 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43555) Trust or Company Service Providers ECSH43560 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/economic-crime-supervision-handbook/ecsh43560)
Economic benefits of the UK Defence Nuclear Enterprise: 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-18)

The Defence Nuclear Enterprise’s findings on the economic benefits of the defence nuclear industry in the UK.

This report summary presents findings from a comprehensive economic analysis of the UK’s defence nuclear industry and its contribution to the UK economy. Commissioned by the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE), the study analyses data collected in Autumn 2024 from 5 key defence nuclear organisations: BAE Systems, Babcock International, Rolls-Royce Submarines, Sheffield Forgemasters, and AWE.

The report highlights how the defence nuclear industry delivers national security while generating substantial economic benefits through regional development, higher wages in areas of deprivation and skills development through apprenticeships. It demonstrates the DNE’s role in supporting the government’s growth mission by employing people across all regions of Great Britain. The full report will be published in due course.
Rochdale Style Magazine
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 Rochdale Style Magazine 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 Rochdale Style Magazine 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
- 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.
45A and 45B West Street, Bromley, BR1 1RE : LON/00AF/HPO/2024/0006
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-04)

Residential Properly Tribunal Decision of Judge Timothy Powell & Mr Stephen Mason FRICS
 on date 18 December 2024

Read the full decision in 241218 Decision 45A 45B West Street BR1 1RE (SPO) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6762ca0dcdb5e64b69e3076e/241218_Decision_45A__45B_West_Street_BR1_1RE__SPO_.pdf)
Mr B Shirazi v Abal Establishment: 6019273/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr B Shirazi v Abal Establishment: 6019273/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685a6bbcdb207fc18744d5bb/Mr_Babak_Shirazi_v_Abal_Establishment_-_6019273-2024.pdf).
KK v The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions: [2025] UKUT 259 (AAC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-09)

Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge West on 01 August 2025.

Read the full decision in UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-USTA (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68baf32dd723ba6f74dbaa77/UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-USTA.pdf).

Judicial Summary

Universal Credit - proper interpretation of regulation 11(3)(a)(i) Universal Credit Regulations 2013 (“the 2013 Regulations”) - whether rules governing temporary absence abroad from Great Britain for medical treatment comply with Article 14, read in conjunction with Article 1 to the First Protocol (“A1P1”), of the European Convention on Human Rights - whether a period of absence abroad can be split into multiple phases, such that a universal credit (“UC”) claimant who suffers a medical emergency after departure can have his continued absence from Great Britain disregarded under the medical treatment provisions, either under regulation 11 of the 2013 Regulations or, if necessary, in order to achieve a Convention-compliant reading of that regulation.
Socotec UK 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 Socotec UK 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 Socotec UK 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:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers

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.
Aisling Conboy
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-26)

Aisling is a Senior Programme Director at Wilton Park, an executive agency of the UK Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office, where she convenes dialogues on trade, diplomacy, and education. Aisling Conboy was a Commonwealth Scholarship Commissioner. Aisling is a Fellow of the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA). She also serves on the Chevening reading panels and is a Fulbright Summer Institutes panel member.

Aisling is a Senior Programme Director at Wilton Park, an executive agency of the UK Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office, where she convenes dialogues on trade, diplomacy, and education. Aisling Conboy was a Commonwealth Scholarship Commissioner.

Aisling is a Fellow of the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA). She also serves on the Chevening reading panels and is a Fulbright Summer Institutes panel member.
Digital and Technologies Sector Plan
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)

The UK's Plan to drive growth in the digital and technologies sector and unlock growth in the technologies of the future as part of the UK's Modern Industrial Strategy.

The Digital and Technologies Sector Plan builds on the UK’s strong science and innovation base and sets out how we will work with industry and academia to overcome challenges, to ensure the sector is ready to seize global commercial opportunities.
Togo: legal and prison systems
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-11)

Information on legal and detention systems, in Togo, for British nationals abroad.

This guidance explains how to:
- arrange visits
- send money to a prisoner
- apply for a transfer to a UK prison
This information is not meant to be definitive, and is not a substitute for independent legal advice. Neither His Majesty’s Government nor its staff take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information, nor accept liability for any loss, costs, damage, or expense that you might suffer as a result of relying on the information. The information contained in this guide is general and factual. You should contact local lawyers for independent legal advice (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/togo-lawyers/list-of-english-speaking-lawyers-in-togo).
The whiplash tariff and minor psychological injuries
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-04)

Details on the application of the whiplash tariff for road traffic accident related personal injury claims and guidance on relevant minor psychological injuries.

The Ministry of Justice introduced the whiplash tariff on 31 May 2021. It is a fixed tariff of compensation for road traffic accident (RTA) related whiplash injuries lasting up to 2 years.

This guidance sets out details on the application of the whiplash tariff for road traffic accident related personal injury claims and guidance on relevant minor psychological injuries.
R Cross and Others v GHI Contracts Ltd (In Administration): 4107754/2024 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in R Cross and Others v GHI Contracts Ltd (In Administration): 4107754/2024 and Others - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/683980c85150d70c85aafb3e/R_Cross___others_v_GHI_Contracts_Ltd___In_Administration__-_4107754.2024___others_-_Judgment.pdf).
Ms D Omar v St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: 2305551/2023 and 2303660/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms D Omar v St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust: 2305551/2023 and 2303660/2025 - Withdrawal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6931aa20375aee4a15ee8c24/Ms_D_Omar_v_St_George_s_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust_2305551-2023_2303660-2025_Dismissal_Judgment.pdf).
Motif8
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 Motif8 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 Motif8 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
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for Service Leavers

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 N Dunn v J D Wetherspoon plc: 6000357/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr N Dunn v J D Wetherspoon plc: 6000357/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68382d3f9c65cc8cdbae64fb/Mr_N_Dunn_v_JD_Wetherspoon_Plc_-Reserved_6000357.2024.pdf).
Absolute Enforcement 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 Absolute Enforcement 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 Absolute Enforcement 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:
- 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
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers

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.
Logik Recruitment 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 Logik Recruitment 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 Logik Recruitment 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
- 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.
Working for British Embassy Addis Ababa
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)


General information

The British Embassy in Addis Ababa is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all ethnic backgrounds and genders.

Only shortlisted candidates are contacted and called for interviews. Unsuccessful applicants are not contacted and any enquiries regarding that will not be dealt with.

The British Embassy will never ask you to pay any fees or money for any part of the recruitment process.

Current work opportunities

If you are interested in a job opportunity at the British Embassy in Addis Ababa or one of the other UK delegations, UKTI offices, other government departments or consulates in Ethiopia, please visit the FCDO Local Staff vacancies website (https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-7810a1ba3247/candidate).

To filter the search for current vacancies, use the “Country/Territory” field on the left of the page and select the country you wish to search.

The British government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.

In addition to the Local Staff vacancies website (https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-7810a1ba3247/candidate) we also currently have vacancies for development roles:
Miss G Carli v Entertainment Security Solutions: 6010514/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss G Carli v Entertainment Security Solutions: 6010514/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/678e2562432c55fe2988f609/Miss_G_Carli_v_Entertainment_Security_Solutions_-_6010514-2024.pdf).
S Russell v The Other Hare Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation) and G Wynes-Devlin: 2301899/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-02)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in S Russell v The Other Hare Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation) and G Wynes-Devlin: 2301899/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6810f26c66f9750e984d6283/Ms_Shannon_Russell_-v-_The_Other_Hare_Limited__in_creditors_voluntary_liquidation__R1__Georgina_Wynes-Devlin_R2_-2301899-2024__Judgment_.pdf).
Ms C James v Ms L Brockett T/a Elite Vet Group: 8001033/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-17)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms C James v Ms L Brockett T/a Elite Vet Group: 8001033/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69175241493305b49ce6e81f/Mr_C_James_v_Ms_L_Brockett_T.A_Elite_Vet_Group_-_8001033.2025_-_Fair_Judgment.pdf).
Attorney General’s Youth Ambassadors Programme
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

The Attorney General’s Youth Ambassadors Programme (YAP) is placing young people at the heart of promoting the rule of law across the UK.

The Attorney General’s Youth Ambassadors Programme (YAP) offers a unique opportunity for young people to become champions of the rule of law within their communities.

As a Youth Ambassador, you will create and lead a youth-driven communications campaign, designed to engage and inspire your peers.

Throughout the programme, you’ll receive expert guidance, take part in visits to key legal and political institutions, and interact with the Law Officers.

This initiative is designed to develop your leadership, advocacy, and public engagement skills, while deepening your understanding of the UK’s legal system.

The YAP is run by the Rule of Law Unit at the Attorney General’s Office.
Balai Directive: approved premises
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

Institutes, centres and premises in Great Britain approved to move animals, semen and embryos covered by the Balai Directive.

Institutes and centres that import and export certain animals under Council Directive 92/65/EEC (Balai Directive) (http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=CONSLEG:1992L0065:20040703:EN:PDF) must be approved by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA).

APHA approves and inspects these premises on behalf of Defra, the Scottish Government and Welsh Government.

Find out the process for moving animals covered by the Balai Directive in the guidance on the Balai Directive (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/import-live-animals-and-germinal-products-to-great-britain-under-balai-rules).
Bird flu: near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire (AIV 2025/94)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-08)

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire on 8 November 2025.

Case information

8 November 2025

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry near Hallow, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire.

A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone has been declared around the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled

Download the declaration of a protection zone and surveillance zone (PDF) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/690f870f65da22dd57729917/Protection_and_Surveillance_Zone_AIV_2025_94.pdf)

Further information

Check:
- the updated bird flu disease control zone map (https://defra.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8cb1883eda5547c6b91b5d5e6aeba90d)
- if you need a licence to move poultry, poultry by-products, eggs, material or mammals (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/bird-flu-avian-influenza-movement-licences)
Case number AIV 2025/94
Who can apply and claim for funding to improve animal health and welfare
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-01)

Find out if you are eligible to apply and claim for funding to reduce endemic diseases and conditions, increase animal productivity and improve animal welfare.

To get funding, you must apply for an Improve Animal Health and Welfare (IAHW) agreement. Before you start any actions from reviews or follow-ups, make sure you have applied and the agreement is in place.

Who can apply and claim

You can get funding for a vet, or a team chosen by a vet, to visit your farm if you have one or more of the following per herd or flock:

11 or more beef cattle

11 or more dairy cattle

51 or more pigs

21 or more sheep

You must have a minimum number of animals in each herd or flock each time the vet visits your farm.

You can still apply for funding if you got a lump sum payment to leave or retire from farming.

You must:

claim only for livestock registered in England

be responsible for the welfare of your livestock when the vet does a review or follow-up

claim only for businesses with a single business identifier (SBI) linked to a county parish holding (CPH) number

The CPH number must be registered in England. The CPH number cannot be:

an 8,000 number used for abattoirs, pet food manufacturers, racing pigeon establishments and showgrounds

a 9,000 number used for poultry keepers

Get help with your application

For more help with applying for this service, you can watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4kEsnvBgl0). It shows you how to apply and how to find all the information farmers and vets need.

Contact the Rural Payments Agency if you:
- cannot apply online
- have a question about your application
You can scan and attach documents in an email and send them to us. Or you can post them to our address. You should:
- use ‘IAHW’ in the email subject heading
- put your SBI and IAHW agreement number on everything you send to us
Write to:

Rural Payments Agency

PO Box 352

Worksop

S80 9FG

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

Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, except public holidays.

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

Funding to improve animal health and welfare: guidance for farmers and vets (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/funding-to-improve-animal-health-and-welfare-guidance-for-farmers-and-vets)
British firepower deployed on NATO's eastern flank in show of force
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-23)

UK shores up NATO's eastern flank with deployment to Finland.

Hundreds of UK military personnel deployed to NATO’s eastern flank to add critical firepower to a major NATO exercise in Northern Finland.

Exercise Northern Strike will see the UK Armed Forces join thousands of personnel from Finland and Sweden, NATO’s two newest Allies. The show of force and firepower reinforces the Alliance’s readiness, capability, and commitment to defend every inch of NATO territory. This is the latest demonstration of strong collaboration between the UK and our international partners as set out in the government’s Plan for Change.

New British Army AH64E Apache attack helicopters will fire Hellfire missiles and 30mm guns simulating close support to allied combat forces on the ground, including British Army infantry units.

Bringing their cutting-edge rocket systems to the battlefield, The British Army’s 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery will fire their Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) throughout and put their troops to the test during a field training exercise. MLRS has been proven in battle in the war in Ukraine and this will be the first time the British Army fire the system on European soil alongside AH64E Apache helicopters.

Minister for the Armed Forces, Luke Pollard MP, said :

Exercise Northern Strike demonstrates our unshakeable commitment to NATO and highlights the key capabilities the UK brings to the Alliance. This government’s commitment to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP from April 2027 ensures the UK’s strength and leadership.

From the skies over Poland, to the northern reaches of Finland, the UK is standing shoulder to shoulder with our allies in leading the way in defending NATO’s eastern flank. Working with our international partners is at the core of this government’s Plan for Change.

Deepening partnerships with key Allies across the exercise is a key part of this Government’s NATO first policy, to ensure the UK is secure at home and strong abroad. Strengthening NATO by showcasing our capabilities and increasing interoperability assures our allies and deters our adversaries.

Exercise Northern Strike is part of a wider operation to secure NATO’s eastern flank; Operation RAZOREDGE. RAZOREDGE is made up of 13 exercises involving 13 NATO allies across 6 countries. The UK has contributed assets across air, land and sea with over 6,000 UK personnel taking part alongside 16,500 allied troops.

Operated by 4 Regiment, Army Air Corps, the Apache Helicopters also support jobs across the country at the Army Aviation Centre in Hampshire and Suffolk. UK industry also plays a key role with 75 British companies, including 33 SMEs also contributing a range of critical components to the aircraft.

Keeping the country safe is the Government’s first priority, and an integral part of its Plan for Change. The work of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force, is critical to the security and stability of the UK, supporting all of the Government’s five missions in its plan.
MH Southern & Co 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 MH Southern & Co 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 MH Southern & Co 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
- 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.
115 Knightsbridge Road Solihull B92 8RB: BIR/00CT/F77/2024/0029
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-17)

Midland region Nicholas Wint FRICS, Wyn Jones FRICS on 25 October 2024

Read full decision in

115 Knightsbridge Road Solihull B92 8RB- BIR_00CT_F77_2024_0029 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6762eee83229e84d9bbde814/115_Knightsbridge_Road_Solihull_B92_8RB-_BIR_00CT_F77_2024_0029.pdf)
Mr O Nnamuchi v Ms D McGuire: 6017719/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr O Nnamuchi v Ms D McGuire: 6017719/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842c8a45e925395728060af/Mr_O_Nnamuchi_v_Ms_D_McGuire_-_6017719.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Miss S Messi v Royal College of Psychiatrists: 6002653/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss S Messi v Royal College of Psychiatrists: 6002653/2025 - Interim Relief (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686e4db6a08d3a3ca3b67932/Ms_S_Messi_v_Royal_College_of_Psychiatrists__-_6002653-_2025_-_Judgment_.pdf).
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust
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 Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust 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 Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Compensation Recovery Unit bulletins
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-30)

Information for Compensation Recovery Unit customers including compensators and their representatives and personal injury claims managers.

The Compensation Recovery Unit (CRU) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/cru) issues bulletins to keep customers informed about its activities. Its customers include compensators and their representatives and personal injury claims managers.
Mrs N L Eke v NHS North West London ICB and Others: 2216000/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-01)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs N L Eke v NHS North West London ICB and Others: 2216000/2023 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/683040f47fb7a7d9cd77525e/Mrs_Nnenna_Lois_Eke_v_NHS_North_West_London_ICB___Others_-_2216000-2023_-_Costs.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs N L Eke v NHS North West London ICB and Others: 2216000/2023 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686262f9b466cce1bb1219e9/Mrs_Nnenna_Lois_Eke_v_NHS_North_West_London_ICB___Others_-_2216000-2023__-_Reasons.pdf).
Evaluation Demonstrators
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-28)

A collection of five evaluation plans and accompanying case study report demonstrating best practice for evaluating government major projects.

In April 2025, the Evaluation Task Force (ETF) published the Government Major Project Portfolio (GMPP) Evaluation Review Report (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-major-projects-evaluation-review/government-major-projects-evaluation-review-html) alongside an action plan (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-major-projects-evaluation-review/government-major-projects-evaluation-review-html#section-3-action-plan) to improve evaluation of major projects. The action plan commits the ETF to develop a set of best practice examples of what good evaluation looks like for major projects, by September 2025.

The ETF is fulfilling this commitment by publishing these five evaluation demonstrator plans of major projects with an accompanying case study report. These evaluation plans demonstrate best practice for projects and provide an outline of common evaluation challenges for GMPP projects, such as complex digital programmes, long-term infrastructure projects and military projects.
Incorporation and names
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Sets out the main requirements for incorporating and naming a company in the UK, including business names and charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs).

This guide includes information and advice about:
- how to incorporate a limited company
- the type of company you wish to incorporate
- the company’s officers
- choosing a company name including controls and restrictions
- disclosure of company name and other information
If you use your home address as your service address or the company’s registered office, it will be available to the public.

See our guidance on what information we make publicly available (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/your-personal-information-on-the-public-record-at-companies-house).
Field Safety Notices: 1 to 5 December 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-08)

List of Field Safety Notices from 1 to 5 Deceber 2025.

Overview

If you receive a field safety notice (FSN) from a manufacturer you must always act on it.

MHRA publishes the following for information only.

If you have a question about a particular FSN contact the manufacturer.

Latest FSNs

View the latest FSNs (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/o/160gIxYjcarvwQyA)

View a list of FSNs published since January 2020 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/9g5cLjjFatXruS5U/d)

View FSNs since November 2014 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/ZOxdOzRzP22RziUW/fo). FSNs before this date are on the National Archives website (https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/*/http:/www.mhra.gov.uk/index.htm)

Becton Dickinson: BD BACTEC™ MGIT™ 960 PZA Kit

04 November 2025

Multiple antibacterial minimum inhibitory concentr

MHRA reference: 37838255 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/LJfJ8ESwmsA4Icqu) 2025/011/003/601/017

Easymed Instruments: SunStim, SunStim Plus, SunStim Pro

11 November 2025

MHRA reference: 37848649 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/WmYEJBNanaib88WI) 2025/011/xx-xxxx-xxxx

GE Healthcare: ViewPoint 6

GE HealthCare Ref. 77006

Radiology picture archiving and communication syst

MHRA reference: 37832216 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/fVA30luRUdHRHqvY) 2025/011/xx-xxxx-xxxx

GE Medical Systems: Multiple Patient Monitors and Portrait Vital Signs

Ref. 36168-2

MHRA reference: 37834828 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/Z93knakBkRPkPY1e) 2025/011/xx-xxxx-xxxx

Heraeus: PALAMIX uno

21 November 2025

MHRA reference: 37774531 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/qhsCDCjtLtMqrthL) 2025/011/xx-xxxx-xxxx

Intelerad Holdings: InteleShare

18 November 2025

Radiological PACS software

Model: Proviewer

MHRA reference: 37821563 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/1WsDAGTZ1Wr792AH) 2025/011/019/601/001

Medtronic: Restore Clinician Programmer Application

November 2025 FA1458

Model: 37711, 37712, 37713, 37714, 97712, 97713, 97714

MHRA reference: 37818932 (https://mhra-gov.filecamp.com/s/d/4oPLfsLzOUXbsShe) 2025/011/004/601/068