theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Mr M James v Denny’s Magic Diners Ltd (In Creditors Voluntary Liquidation): 1602527/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M James v Denny’s Dinner: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/670646683b919067bb482e62/Mr_M_James_-v-_Denny_s_Dinner_xx-xxxx-xxxx_UDL_SO_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr M James v Denny’s Magic Diners Ltd (In Creditors Voluntary Liquidation): xx-xxxx-xxxx - Certificate of Correction (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a6e96a969253904d15572a/xx-xxxx-xxxx_M_James_v_Denny_s_Magic_Diners_Ltd__In_Creditors_Voluntary_Liquidation__Cert_of_Correction_NO_SIG.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr M James v Denny’s Magic Diners Ltd (In Creditors Voluntary Liquidation): xx-xxxx-xxxx - Corrected Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a6e9c69e1cebdd2c96a080/xx-xxxx-xxxx_M_James_v_Denny_s_Magic_Diners_Ltd__In_Creditors_Voluntary_Liquidation__UDL_SO_Judgment_R_name_amended_NO_SIG.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr M James v Denny’s Magic Diners Ltd (In Creditors Voluntary Liquidation): xx-xxxx-xxxx - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a725489e1cebdd2c96a0a6/xx-xxxx-xxxx_M_James_v_Denny_s_Magic_Diners_Ltd__In_Creditors_Voluntary_Liquidation__SO_Judgment.pdf).
ECON Group
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 ECON Group 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 ECON Group 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
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.
Science advice in action!
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Explore real-world examples showcasing the impact of science advice on government decisions.

Examples illustrating the crucial role scientific expertise and advice plays in shaping government policy.

Check out our GOV.UK page and social media channels for new content – and join the conversation using #CelebratingScienceAdvice!
OSCAR II – publishing data from the database: September 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-19)

The first quarterly OSCAR transparency release for 2025 to 2026.

The first quarterly data for the financial year 2025-26. This dataset, in addition to the previous OSCAR and COINS releases, makes public spending data more accessible.

OSCAR II is a cross-government project to replace the first OSCAR and Combined Online Information System (COINS) public spending databases. It provides us with key management information and data for public reporting.
Is the women, peace, and security agenda still relevant for Afghanistan?
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)

Looks at the progress and setbacks of women’s rights in Afghanistan.

Abstract

This policy brief explores the progress and setbacks of women’s rights in Afghanistan and the different approaches and interventions under the women, peace, and security (WPS) Agenda.

This research is supported by the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform (PeaceRep).

Citation

Yari G. ‘Is the women, peace, and security agenda still relevant for Afghanistan?’ (Afghanistan Research Network Reflection), PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh, 2025

Links

Is the women, peace, and security agenda still relevant for Afghanistan? (http://dx.doi.org/10.7488/era/6090)
Response to recommendation on mobile radio network services
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-30)

Home Office response to a recommendation by the Competition Markets Authority.

The Home Office response to the the Competition Markets Authority’s recommendation in its final report on mobile radio network services (https://www.gov.uk/cma-cases/mobile-radio-network-services#final-report) that the Home Office should develop and implement a plan, by the end of 2029, to ensure that the supply of communications network services for public safety in Great Britain is subject to:
- competitive pricing arrangements
- or similar measures, such as legislation to create a regulatory function
CIV MEANS 2: financial assessment form for legal aid clients
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-03)

Means assessment form for people on Income Support or employment benefits who want to apply for legal aid.

You should fill in these forms if you’re on:
- Income Support
- income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
- income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Guarantee Credit or Universal Credit (Pathfinder)
These are known as ‘passporting benefits’.
Close Protection Security Services
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 Close Protection Security Services 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 Close Protection Security Services 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.
VATRESNI6400 - Assurance at the retailer: Description of goods
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)


You may generally allow the zero-rating to stand (provided fraud is not suspected), where the VAT refund document has been officially certified in Northern Ireland, or by an EU customs authority. Where the description of the goods is inadequate you should remind the retailer of the requirement to include sufficient details to allow a customs officer to verify that the goods produced match those described on the refund form. It would be unreasonable to expect detailed descriptions for lower value items, for example “bedding”, “toys” or “underwear” would be acceptable. However, detailed descriptions must be shown for higher value items priced at £1,000 and above. The following examples are a useful guide to the sorts of descriptions you should expect to see. Designer goods – could be described as “ladies-designer name-black dress”, “gentlemen’s- designer name-navy blue suit”, “black-designer name-product name-handbag” etc; Jewellery – state what the item is (e.g. “ring”, “necklace” etc) and provide additional information such as the type and colour of any gems or precious metal, number of gems and carat/weight of the item. Watches should include the make, model and serial number; Computers, cameras, mobile phones and electrical goods – should include make, model and serial number. The retailer will also need a description that contains sufficient detail in case the goods are returned for refund.
IDG80100 - Appendices: contact details
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-04)


Specialist advice

Where you require specialist advice the following teams can also be contacted by looking up the relevant email on the GAL.

Business area

Contact details

Child Benefit Office

Email: CBO, Customer Relations Unit (B&C)

Commissioners’ Advisory Accountant

Email: CAA, Accounting Enquiries (Legal)

Central Complaints Advice and Support Team (CCAST)

DL-CCASTTeam

National Co-ordination Unit (NCU) RIS (for police and NCA disclosures)

Email: NCU, General Enquiries (RIS)

Office of the Data Protection Officer

General internal enquiries: DPO Office, Mailbox (CDIO)

Assurance and Risk team: oDPO Assurance and Compliance Team (HMRC)

External enquiries: Advice. DPA (CDIO)

Double Taxation Treaties

Exchange of Information Contacts (sharepoint.com)

Witness Statement Unit (WSU) Risk and Intelligence Service

External Email address: xxx@xxx.xx

Internal Email address: WitnessStatementUnit, Cardiff (RIS)

Intelligence Bureau

Email: Intelligence, Bureau (RIS)

National Minimum Wage Risk Team

Email: FPT, HMRC (ISBC)

Insolvency Governance & Professionalism

Email: Insolvency Governance & Professionalism, Inbox (Legal)

Data Sharing Frontdoor team (for bulk data sharing across all government departments/public bodies)

Email: data.sharing (CDIO)
Edible dormouse species management plan (PA7) template
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-09)

Complete the templates to help monitor and manage edible dormice on your land for capital grants payments.

You need to apply for a capital grants plan (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-for-a-capital-grants-plan) with the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) before you can use and claim this capital item.

Once you have your agreement, complete the edible dormouse species management plan template to:

assess the impact that edible dormice are having on your land

record the control and monitoring methods you will use

create a map of your holding where you will control and monitor edible dormice

The completed template and map will be your edible dormouse species management plan.

You should update your plan regularly and record any changes. Use the continuation sheet if you fully complete the table in the template.

Find full details about the edible dormouse control and management action (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/countryside-stewardship-higher-tier-get-ready-to-apply/countryside-stewardship-higher-tier-actions#csp20-edible-dormouse-control-and-management-t2) and associated capital items.

Get your plan approved

You need to get your edible dormouse species management plan template approved by your local Forestry Commission operational delivery team hub. You should do this once you get your capital grants plan agreement with RPA.

Find your local Forestry Commission operational delivery team hub (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/forestry-commission/about/access-and-opening#odt).

Make a claim for payment

1. Submit a claim for payment (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-make-a-capital-or-revenue-claim-for-countryside-stewardship#make-a-capital-claim) using the Rural Payments service or a claim form.

2. Submit your template and map by post or email to RPA.

Rural Payments AgencyPO Box 324WorksopS95 1DFEmail: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

Please quote your single business identifier (SBI) and agreement number in all enquiries.

Templates for managing other species

There are different templates for managing other species under this capital grants plan item. Find templates for:

American mink species management plan PA7 template (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/american-mink-species-management-plan-pa7-template)

deer species management plan PA7 template (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/deer-species-management-plan-pa7-template)

grey squirrel species management plan PA7 template (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/grey-squirrel-species-management-plan-pa7-template)

invasive non-native plant species management plan PA7 template (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/invasive-non-native-plant-species-management-plan-pa7-template)
Ms S Cueva v Kanlungan Filipino Consortium: 6009298/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms S Cueva v Kanlungan Filipino Consortium: 6009298/2025 - Interim Relief (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6880d7519fab8e2e86160f38/S_Cueva_v_Kanlungan_Filipino_Consortium_-_6009298_2025_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms S Cueva v Kanlungan Filipino Consortium: 6009298/2025 - Interim Relief (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689e035a07f2cc15c935729b/Ms_S_Cueva_-v-_Kanlungan_Filipino_Consortium_-_6009298.2025_-_Interim_Relief_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms S Cueva v Kanlungan Filipino Consortium: 6009298/2025 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f6275606e6515f7914c808/Ms_S_Cueva_v_Kanlungan_Filipino_Consortium_-_6009298_2025_-_Judgment...pdf).
Miss Y Benjamin v Vivo Medical Services Ltd: 2401954/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss Y Benjamin v Vivo Medical Services Ltd: 2401954/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/688a16fd76f68cc8414d5b8e/Miss_Y_Benjamin_v_Vivo_Medical_Services_Limited_2401954_2024_.pdf).
CSLM10164 - FAQs: employers questions and answers: stop notice received - employee has already left - P45 not yet issued
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-25)


Suggested Answer

If the borrower is no longer employed by you and you have not submitted leaver details to HMRC:
- leave the box headed "Enter ‘Y’ if student loan deduction is to be made" blank
- submit leaver information in Real Time Information and provide employee with P45 parts 1A, 2 and 3.
More information on stop notices can be found on GOV.UK. (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/special-rules-for-student-loans#sl2-or-pgl2-stop-notice-received)
Mrs R Forward v Guildowns Group Practice: 3314998/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-09)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs R Forward v Guildowns Group Practice: 3314998/2022 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b975d6cc8356c3c882aaa1/Mrs_R_Forward_v_Guildowns_Group_Practice__a_firm__3314998.2022_FMH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Personal light electric vehicle (PLEV) battery safety research
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-29)

An independent research report on the causes of the safety risks and hazards associated with PLEV batteries and chargers.

This report was commissioned by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) to improve the evidence base on the causes of the safety risks and hazards associated with PLEV batteries and chargers. It was prepared by WMG, at the University of Warwick. It includes:
- a literature study of scientific papers and reports of real-world evidence of PLEV fires in the UK and other major markets
- a review of existing UK legislation and applicable standards
- the findings of detailed inspection and testing of several e-bike and e-scooter batteries available on the UK market, covering a broad price range
Stakeholders from emergency services, safety groups, PLEV manufacturers and retailers, standards organisations and battery experts were consulted.

This work has resulted in suggestions for actions by government, standards bodies and other groups, aimed at reducing the frequency and severity of PLEV fires.

To accompany the report, OPSS has produced an update on its programme of activity to understand and address product safety risks involving e-bikes, e-scooters and lithium-ion batteries.

In addition, two videos are available of conversion kit batteries for e-bikes going into thermal runaway when tested under conditions of misuse, such as the use of an unsuitable charger. This leads rapidly to fire, explosions, and clouds of toxic gas. The videos represent the ferocity and unpredictable nature of these fires from unsafe, non-compliant or improperly used lithium-ion batteries.

Battery safety testing conducted in a controlled environment 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Uz3iQ1DW8E)

Battery safety testing conducted in a controlled environment 2 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wfRtReaBXY)
Sandpiper International 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 Sandpiper International 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 Sandpiper International 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
- 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.
Mr B Wagland v Cambridge Classics Ltd (In Compulsory Liquidation): 3313605/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-30)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr B Wagland v Cambridge Classics Ltd (In Compulsory Liquidation): 3313605/2022 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685e585cc2633bd820a92af1/Mr_B_Wagland_v_Cambridge_Classics_Ltd__In_Compulsory_Liquidation____3313605.2022__Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).
Sir Ian Bauckham named as permanent Chief Regulator of Ofqual
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-07)

The Privy Council has confirmed the appointment of Sir Ian Bauckham CBE as Chief Regulator of Ofqual.

The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has today (7 February 2025) announced the appointment of Sir Ian Bauckham CBE as Chief Regulator of Ofqual .

The privy council has confirmed his appointment through an order in council, after a thorough recruitment process conducted in line with the requirements set by the commissioner for public appointments.

Sir Ian will start the permanent five-year position after serving as interim Chief Regulator since 1st Jan 2024.

Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson said:

This government is committed to high and rising standards and fair assessments are crucial to this, opening the door to opportunity for children and young people and breaking the link between background and success.

With his vast expertise in education, Sir Ian is exceptionally suited to lead Ofqual in maintaining a system that provides all young people with high-quality, rigorous qualifications and training, equipping them with the skills needed to succeed.

Appointed Chief Regulator, Sir Ian Bauckham CBE said:

I’m honoured to take on this permanent role, after dedicating my career to improving education and opportunities for young people.

Qualifications are the currency of education. Ofqual, as guardian of standards, will protect their value and integrity to ensure they remain trusted by students, teachers, universities and employers alike.

Only through rigorous assessment and stable qualifications can we measure education performance and highlight areas where we can improve opportunities for all students.

Ofqual is the independent body responsible for regulating qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. It plays a crucial role in maintaining standards and public trust in GCSEs, A levels, and vocational and technical qualifications.

The Chief Regulator’s key responsibility is to ensure that Ofqual meets its statutory objectives and duties, including upholding standards and fostering confidence in qualifications and assessments.

Knighted in January 2023 for his services to education, Sir Ian has been a member of the Ofqual Board since 2018. He served as Chair from January 2021 until January 2024, when he became the interim Chief Regulator. Previously, he was the Chief Executive Officer of the Tenax Schools Academy Trust, a position he stepped down from to assume his current role. Since 2020, Sir Ian has also chaired the board of Oak National Academy.

DfE media enquiries

Central newsdesk - for journalists xx-xxxx-xxxx
SPE09040 - Offences, seizure and compounding: reporting offence cases
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

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

(This content has been withheld because of exemptions in the Freedom of Information Act 2000)

Note: Northern Ireland (NI) customs authorisations will continue to fall within the provisions of the Union Customs Code (UCC), as retained by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 and CEMA 1979.
World Maritime Day 2025: Committed to safety, security and the environment
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

Maritime Minister Keir Mather has written to the International Maritime Organization on World Maritime Day.

Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity – that’s the theme for this year’s World Maritime Day (25 September).

It’s a subject that aligns with the vision of the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), which is marking World Maritime Day by reiterating the UK’s commitment to maritime safety, security and environmental protection.

Over the last year the UK Government has been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability across the maritime sector.

For the MCA, work has continued to support the seafarers of tomorrow through modernising cadet training, updating services and prioritising welfare, as well as embracing areas of technological development including search and rescue, counter pollution response, autonomous shipping, and advancements in green shipping and alternative marine fuels.

Looking ahead, the MCA will continue its work unlocking solutions to protect our ocean and seafarers, including the launch of the UK Maritime Innovation Hub, and supporting innovative, green projects allocated funding as part of the Government’s UKSHORE programme.

Maritime Minister Keir Mather has written to Secretary-General Arsenio Antonio Dominguez Velasco to congratulate the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on World Maritime Day, which was first celebrated in 1978.

The letter was also an opportunity to outline the UK’s ongoing dedication to the IMO’s global work and strategy. This includes reaching net zero by or around 2050.

MCA Chief Executive Virginia McVea said:

The theme for World Maritime Day 2025 asks us to reflect on the ocean’s vital role in the world economy and recognise the central role shipping has in the protection of the marine environment.

At the MCA we are reaffirming our commitment to protecting lives, advancing maritime technologies, and preventing pollution across our seas. We continue to honour the unwavering commitment of seafarers who are the driving force behind global trade every day.

Further Information

World Maritime Day is celebrated annually and is used to focus attention on the importance of shipping safety, security and the marine environment. It also emphasises a particular aspect of the IMO’s work each year.

The Red Ensign and the IMO’s flag will fly at the MCA’s headquarters in Southampton in honour of World Maritime Day.

Press office

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

Press enquiries (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) xx-xxxx-xxxx

Outside these hours or on bank holidays and weekends, for media enquiries ONLY, please send an email outlining your query and putting #Urgent in the subject title.
CH227270 - How to do a compliance check: information powers: rules that apply to all notices: notices to banks about their customers: giving notices
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)


This page and chapter are under review as the relevant content is also published in the guidance chapters of the Compliance Handbook (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook), within Compliance checks factsheets (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/hm-revenue-and-customs-compliance-checks-factsheets) and in Compliance checks guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hmrc-compliance-checks-help-and-support). If you use particular pages regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know the specific content you find useful.

Procedures have been agreed with UK Finance on the application of third party notices, identification notices and excise information notices to its members, see CH23100 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook/ch23100). The UK Finance website (https://www.ukfinance.org.uk) contains a current list of its members under the Membership tab. Some banks within the agreement have provided addresses to which taxpayer signed mandates and informal requests and formal third party information notices should be sent.
Minister of State (Minister for Policing and Crime Prevention)
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-02)

The Minister’s responsibilities are: policing standards and governance neighbourhood policing public order, major events, and civil contingencies criminal justice system Young Futures Safer Streets

The Minister’s responsibilities are:
- policing standards and governance
- neighbourhood policing
- public order, major events, and civil contingencies
- criminal justice system
- Young Futures
- Safer Streets
Register of Ministers’ Gifts and Hospitality: July 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-29)

This data details gifts received and given by ministers in their ministerial capacity valued at more than £140, and of hospitality above de minimis levels received by ministers in their ministerial capacity.

This data details gifts received and given by ministers in their ministerial capacity valued at more than £140, and of hospitality above de minimis levels received by ministers in their ministerial capacity.
Arif Autofix
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 Arif Autofix 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 Arif Autofix 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
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.
Scarborough TEC
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 Scarborough TEC 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 Scarborough TEC 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.
Product Safety Report: AC Adapter, M56421DA6513 (2501-0017)
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-10)

Product Safety Report for AC Adapter presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: AC Adapter, M56421DA6513

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents serious risk of fire as the plug is fitted with an insufficient fuse with no granular filler so cannot function properly. The supply cord’s cross-sectional area is also not sufficient. Due to these faults, if there is a surge in current or a fault with the product, the plug could overheat and ignite, causing a fire.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD number: 2501-0017

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Claim a VAT refund for a new home or charity building if you're a DIY housebuilder
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Use the online service or VAT431NB form to reclaim VAT, if you're a DIY housebuilder building a new home or charity building.

Who can claim

You can use this service to claim back VAT if you’re a DIY housebuilder:
- building a new home
- constructing a new charity building, for a charitable or relevant residential purpose
What you need

You must:
- include the building regulation completion certificate — we accept copies
- provide evidence of planning permission — either full planning permission or outline planning permission and approval of reserved matter
- include plans of the building
For planning permission issued in 2 parts, we’ll need to see both and we’ll accept copies.

If any of the documentation is not supplied, your claim may be delayed or rejected.

Do not send original documents as we will not be able to return them to you.

Make a claim

For buildings completed:
- before 5 December 2023 — you must do this no more than 3 months after it is completed
- on or after 5 December 2023 — you must do this no more than 6 months after it is completed
Register online

You’ll need to sign in to use this service. If you do not already have sign in details, you’ll be able to create them.

Start now (http://tax.service.gov.uk/submissions/new-form/claim-vat-refund-for-diy-new-house-build-or-conversion)

By post

If you cannot use the online service, fill in refunds for DIY housebuilders — claim form for new houses (VAT431NB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65858474fc07f300128d46e8/VAT431NB.pdf) (PDF, 515 KB, 11 pages).

You’ll need to give information about your invoices on the form.

Send your completed form to:

BT&C VATHM Revenue and CustomsBX9 1WR

HMRC offices will not accept drop-off or hand-delivered claims.
Miss S Marlow v Riverside Rooms Catering Company Ltd: 3311248/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss S Marlow v Riverside Rooms Catering Company Ltd: 3311248/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d81ddf9dc953ac3bfe9304/Miss_S_Marlow_v_Riverside_rooms_catering_company_limited_3311248.2023_Rule_22_Judgment.pdf).
Mole Valley District Council
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 Mole Valley District Council 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 Mole Valley District Council 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 Reservists
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 H James v Squirrels Pre-School Rugby Ltd: 1303004/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs H James v Squirrels Pre-School Rugby Ltd: 1303004/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/690c92eadad669f061d46b32/Mrs_H_James_v_Squirrels_Pre_School_Rugby_Limited_-_1303004.2024_-_Judgement.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs H James v Squirrels Pre-School Rugby Ltd: 1303004/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/683881d0e0f10eed80aafb16/Mrs_H_James_v_Squirrels_Pre-School_Rugby_Limited_-_1303004.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
O Bakare-Akpata v Butterflies EDC Ltd: 6003901/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in O Bakare-Akpata v Butterflies EDC Ltd: 6003901/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/683db6c872f067240eb90b86/Osarobo_Bakare-Akpata_v_Butterflies_EDC_Ltd_6003901.2024.pdf).
SPE01020 - Introduction: release of information – Freedom of Information Act
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

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

(This content has been withheld because of exemptions in the Freedom of Information Act 2000)

Note - Northern Ireland (NI) Customs Authorisations will continue to fall within the provisions of the Union Customs Code (UCC), as retained by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 and CEMA 1979.
VATRESNI6050 - Assurance at the retailer: Visiting the VATRES retailer
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)


You will be visiting retailers:
- who use the scheme as part of their normal trading operations; or
- who only use the scheme occasionally as part of their normal trading operations. For example, an where overseas person visiting Northern Ireland with a motor vehicle, boat or light aircraft requires repairs to be made to the vehicle etc during the visit. (The supply of parts and equipment fitted in the course of the repairs, but not the service element, can be zero-rated under the retail export scheme, if the repair is for private purposes.) or
- who offer the scheme to visitors travelling to Great Britain
Traders who fail to operate the scheme correctly

VAT general enquiries team and VAT assurance officers may become aware of retailers who fail to operate the scheme correctly from:
- rejected forms returned by customs officers; or
- letters of complaint from travellers who have not received a refund.
The assurance visit

You should:
- follow up uncertified VAT refund documents returned by Customs officers;
- check the retailer’s procedures; and
- undertake checks on the certified VAT refund documents held by the retailer as evidence of export.