theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Report of the Head of OSCE Mission to Skopje: UK statement, May 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-22)

The UK underlines appreciation for  the work and added value of the OSCE Mission to Skopje over the last 12 months, particularly in supporting government reforms.

Thank you, Mr Chair.

Firstly, I would like to welcome back Ambassador Wahl to the Permanent Council. Thank you for the work of your team over the last year, and for your comprehensive and engaging report this morning.

The United Kingdom highly appreciates the work and added value of the OSCE Mission to Skopje, and the Mission’s support to government reforms.

The United Kingdom and North Macedonia have developed a strong and supportive bilateral partnership since we established diplomatic relations over 30 years ago. I am delighted that our Prime Minister met with Prime Minister Mickoski during the European Political Community summit last week and announced the new strategic partnership between our two countries. This deepens our mutual commitment to work together on issues of trade and investment, foreign policy, tackling organised crime, infrastructure cooperation and migration.

The UK welcomes the findings of the ODIHR Election Observation Mission that the parliamentary and presidential elections held in North Macedonia last year were competitive and fundamental freedoms were respected, though we note the concerns highlighted over insufficient regulation of the process. We encourage the Government of North Macedonia to continue engagement towards addressing the remaining recommendations in the ODIHR Election Observation Mission Final Report ahead of municipal elections later this year.

The UK positively notes the OSCE Mission’s achievements over the past 12 months, set out clearly in your Report. We particularly welcome your continued engagement to promote social cohesion and community rights, and your support on criminal justice reform – including work in the last 12 months on judicial independence, promotion of fair trial standards and strengthening cooperation with civil society.

The UK is also pleased to note the Mission’s continued commitment to gender equality – particularly your support for women’s political participation, and your engagement with parliament on the adoption of a new Gender Action Plan for 2025-2027.

Mr Chair, it is vital for the work of all OSCE field operations that participating States agree a Unified Budget for 2025 and beyond. As highlighted in the Report, the continued non-agreement of budgets and the resulting forced subsistence on monthly allotments make it very challenging for field missions to deliver across their mandates and adjust to changing priorities. We urge all participating States to engage constructively with upcoming proposals to resolve the impasse over budgets.

Thank you, Ambassador Wahl. Thank you, Mr Chair.
Kind & Company (Builders) 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 Kind & Company (Builders) 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 Kind & Company (Builders) 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.
TA Plastic Supplies 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 TA Plastic Supplies 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 TA Plastic Supplies 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:
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- 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.
R K Satar v A1 Comms Ltd (In Administration): 6000902/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in R K Satar v A1 Comms Ltd (In Administration): 6000902/2024 - Rule 21 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66ab4c190808eaf43b50db6c/Ranj_Satar_V_A1_Comms_Ltd_In_Administration_6000902__Default_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in R K Satar v A1 Comms Ltd (In Administration): 6000902/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66fa5564a31f45a9c765ee36/R_K_Satar_v_A1_Comms_Limited__in_Administration__6000902.2024_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in R K Satar v A1 Comms Ltd (In Administration): 6000902/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67926caf23c34b0ef8fad623/Mr_R_K_Satar_v_A1_Comms_Limited__In_Administration__6000902.2024_Judgment.pdf).
A Farah v Highlands Care Solutions Ltd: 1400187/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in A Farah v Highlands Care Solutions Ltd: 1400187/2025 - Judgment by Consent (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6938184ecfacd5e888491c51/Asmaa_Farah_v_Highlands_Care_Solution_Ltd___1400187.2025___Judgment___12.11.2025.pdf).
A Keene v Bauer Radio Ltd: 6000128/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in A Keene v Bauer Radio Ltd: 6000128/2025 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c6ec5cb0bb6528ee866dbd/Ms_A_Keene_v_Bauer_Radio_Limited_UDL_Strike_Out_Judgment__2_6000128-2025.pdf).

Read the full decision in A Keene v Bauer Radio Ltd: 6000128/2025 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d800031d56337f06b11f49/Angel_Keene_v_BAUER_RADIO_LIMITED_6000128-2025__Reconsideration_Judgment__.pdf).
CTM35140 - Income Tax: collection of tax on annual payments: payment made otherwise than in an accounting period
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-12)


ITA07/S950

Where exceptionally the company makes a relevant payment on a date not within an accounting period, the company has to make a return under CHAPTER15 within 14 days of that date and the Income Tax due is payable at the time by which the return is due.
HS2 Ltd CEO's initial assessment of HS2’s current position on cost and schedule
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-18)

A summary of the new HS2 Ltd CEO’s assessment of HS2’s current position on cost and schedule.

Letter from High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd CEO, Mark Wild, sent to the Secretary of State for Transport on 31 March 2025.

The letter outlines Mark Wild’s initial findings and assessment of HS2’s current position regarding cost and schedule.

See the major transport projects governance and assurance review (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/major-transport-projects-governance-and-assurance-review).
Fairer, faster redress in the energy market
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

We are seeking views on strengthening the role and powers of the Energy Ombudsman in the retail energy market.

This consultation seeks stakeholders feedback on our proposals to ensure that consumers have access to fairer and faster redress.

This includes proposals to:
- make the process quicker for consumers by reducing the window before complaints can be escalated to the Ombudsman from 8 weeks to 4 weeks (with exceptions for complex cases) and reducing the time that the Ombudsman has to consider complaints to 4 weeks
- explore how to make referral more automatic to reduce the burden on consumers, including advanced signposting, automatic onboarding of consumer details and proactive outreach
- give the Ombudsman an explicit power to require suppliers to compensate consumers where a ruling has not been implemented on time
- strengthen the standing of the Energy Ombudsman by designating it in legislation and giving statutory weight to Ombudsman decisions by placing an explicit obligation on suppliers to implement Ombudsman ruling
We are also seeking views on how to ensure that the accountability arrangements of the EO are driving continuous improvement.

The consultation focuses on complaints against domestic energy suppliers, complaints by small enterprises against non-domestic energy suppliers and complaints against heat networks. It will not focus on electricity and gas networks, where there is not evidence of consumer detriment to justify an intervention, nor relation to Third Party Intermediaries (TPIs), which has recently been consulted on separately already.

We will be seeking views on our proposals from suppliers, consumer advocacy groups, industry bodies and any other impacted stakeholders, including the general public.

Read our consultation privacy notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/desnz-consultations-privacy-notice/privacy-notice-relating-to-consultation-responses-received-by-desnz).
RSH announces statutory appointments to the Board of Ash-Shahada Housing Association Limited
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-29)

The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has made three statutory appointments to the Board of Ash-Shahada Housing Association Limited (Ash-Shahada).

Ash-Shahada is a London-based landlord providing social housing in London and supported exempt accommodation in Birmingham. RSH published a regulatory notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulatory-judgement-ash-shahada-housing-association-limited/regulatory-notice-ash-shahada-housing-association-limited-23-july-2021) in July 2021 which found a number of failures relating to the Governance and Financial Viability Standard.

The new appointments are:

Martin Tiplady OBE

Sarah Cameron

Waqar Ahmed

Jonathan Walters, Deputy Chief Executive of RSH, said:

Following the publication of the regulatory notice, we have been working with Ash-Shahada to ensure it addresses the weaknesses identified.

We have made these three appointments to ensure that the Board has the capacity and capability it needs to resolve the governance failures.

Notes to Editors

A registered provider is responsible for ensuring that it manages itself effectively, achieves the standards set by the regulator, and engages positively with the regulator’s regulatory framework. Where a failure against a standard or other problem has been identified, the regulator expects providers to respond in a prompt and effective manner. It may be necessary for the regulator to step in and exercise its powers under the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 as amended (the Act) when a provider fails to do so. The regulator has published guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/statutory-guidance-under-s215-of-the-hra-2008) on how the regulator uses and intends to use its statutory regulatory and enforcement powers.

Section 269 of the Act enables the regulator to appoint one or more persons as an officer of a private registered provider.

The regulatory standards page (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/regulatory-standards-for-landlords) provides information about the economic and consumer standards that registered providers must meet.

For general enquiries email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx). For media enquiries please see our Media Enquiries (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/regulator-of-social-housing/about/media-enquiries) page.
VO 6048 request for rental information: self-catering lets in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-08)

Fill in form VO 6048 if the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) has asked you for rental information about your self-catering or holiday let property in England.

You should only fill in this form if the VOA has asked you to.

Fill in a different form if your property is in Wales (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vo-6048-request-for-rental-information-self-catering-lets-in-wales).

If your property is eligible for business rates but you currently pay Council Tax, you can apply for business rates for:
- self-catering properties in England (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-business-rates-for-a-self-catering-property-in-england)
- self-catering properties in Wales (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-business-rates-for-a-self-catering-property-in-wales)
How to fill in the form

You can fill in the form on-screen or print the form and fill it in.

(https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68cbdf2a25860ae11bbea64b/vo6048-self-catering-holiday-homes-england-2024.pdf)

England VO 6048 self-catering holiday homes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68cbdf2a25860ae11bbea64b/vo6048-self-catering-holiday-homes-england-2024.pdf)

PDF, 467 KB, 9 pages

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of this document in a more accessible format, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx). Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

The form may not work if you try to open it in your internet browser. To open the form you need to:

Download and save the form on your computer.

Open it using the latest free version of Adobe Reader (http://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/).

Where to send the form

Attach the completed form to an email. Send it to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) using the subject heading ‘Completed self-catering form of return’.

If you prefer, you can send the completed form by post to:

Valuation Officer Wycliffe House Green Lane Durham DH1 3UW

Why your information is important

Rateable values are based on what the annual rent for a property would have been at a fixed valuation date. The VOA uses the information you provide on this form to make sure that the assessment of rateable values is correct. Local authorities use rateable values to calculate business rate bills.

You must return this form within 56 days of the day you receive it. If you do not return this form within 56 days you will be liable to a penalty of £100 under paragraph 5A(1) of Schedule 9 to the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/41/schedule/9).

View the complete list of VOA rental request forms (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/valuation-office-agency-request-for-rental-information-forms).
Common basic data set (CBDS): database
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-08)

The latest common basic data set (CBDS) and version control log for use by software suppliers developing management information systems.

The CBDS is a file containing definitions for common data items that schools and local authorities use in certain software systems – for example, school management information systems.

The CBDS also gives information on the structure of other Department for Education data collections (https://www.gov.uk/topic/schools-colleges-childrens-services/data-collection-statistical-returns).

You should refer to the CBDS when reading any data collection specifications.

The CBDS spreadsheet organises definitions through:
- CBDS levels – for example, pupil and school
- CBDS modules – for example, school characteristics
- data items – for example, ethnicity – and the code set defining them
You can filter the spreadsheet to provide data items relevant to a particular collection.

We regularly update the CBDS, publishing any changes and the reasons for them as request-for-change documents (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/common-basic-data-set).
Flat 15 Rushcutters Court, 2 Boat Lifter Way, London, SE16 7WJ: LON/00BG/HMG/2024/0030
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-10)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge H Carr and Ms Rachael Kershaw BSc on 11 December 2024

Read the full decision in Flat 15 Rushcutters Court, 2 Boat Lifter Way, London, SE16 7WJ: LON/00BG/HMG/2024/0030 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/675969991f27f9f9dbfaec7e/RRO_Rushcutter.pdf)
The Commonwealth Legion CIC
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 The Commonwealth Legion CIC recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- 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.
London Technology and Construction Court hearing and trial dates
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

Details of the earliest available dates for hearings and trials at the Technology and Construction Court in London, based on how long they are expected to last.

Availability for applications hearings

Availability for case management conferences

Availability for trials

Observe a court or tribunal hearing as a journalist, researcher or member of the public (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/observe-a-court-or-tribunal-hearing)
H Eaton v EasyJet airlines: 6006891/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in H Eaton v EasyJet airlines: 6006891/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c5a0bc16dc9038974dbd7c/H_Eaton_v_EasyJet_airlines_6006891_2024_Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).
OPSS Product Safety Testing Sampling Protocol Programme
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-09)

Results from the OPSS Product Safety Testing Sampling Protocol Programme for April 2020 to March 2024.

This report is based on data collected by the Office for Product Safety and Standards through its Sampling Protocol programme, which is operated to provide UK local authorities with cost-free access to scientific and technical expertise for product assessment and testing, supporting their regulatory activities.
Workington Town 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 Workington Town 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 Workington Town 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:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr B Winstanley v Home Office: 6013775/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in B Winstanley v Home Office: 6013775/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68135ed470b095d0d701181d/Mr_B_Winstanley_v_Home_Office_-_6013775_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Government reappoints Trustee to the National Gallery board
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-10)

The Prime Minister has reappointed James Lambert as Trustee to the National Gallery board for a term of four years from 23 December 2025 to 22 December 2029.

James Lambert

James Lambert is a real estate and retail investor. He is a founding shareholder and Deputy Chairman of The Bicester Collection which developed and operates Bicester Village and 11 sister villages in Europe, China and the US.

The Collection of Villages welcomed over 46 million visitors in 2024, including 6.7 million at Bicester Village, which has the highest sales densities of any shopping destination in the world.

His philanthropic activities are focused on the arts and education. He is the Business Trustee at the National Gallery, a Non-Executive Director at Castle Howard, and a founding Trustee and former Chair of IntoUniversity.

James received an award to study at St Catharine’s College, Cambridge. His first career was as an art dealer at Colnaghi, where he was a Director and Head of the Old Master department. He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2020 New Year’s Honours List in recognition of his services to social mobility in education.

James Lambert has been reappointed for a term of four years, commencing on 23 December 2025.

Remuneration and Governance Code

This role is not remunerated. This appointment has been made in accordance with the Cabinet Office’s Governance Code on Public Appointments (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/578498/governance_code_on_public_appointments_16_12_2016.pdf). The appointments process is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. Under the Code, any significant political activity undertaken by an appointee in the last five years must be declared. This is defined as including holding office, public speaking, making a recordable donation, or candidature for election.

James Lambert has declared that he, and an English company he controls, Caverncharm Limited, made recordable political donations in the period 11 November 2019 to 27 June 2023, as shown on the Electoral Commission donation register. James has not declared any other political activity.

Notes to Editors

DCMS has around 400 regulated Public Appointment roles across 42 Public Bodies (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations) including Arts Council England, Theatres Trust, the National Gallery, UK Sport and the Gambling Commission. We encourage applications from talented individuals from all backgrounds and across the whole of the United Kingdom. To find out more about Public Appointments or to apply visit the HM Government Public Appointments Website (https://apply-for-public-appointment.service.gov.uk/roles).
British Consulate Paris
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

The British Consulate in Paris maintains and develops relations between the UK and France.

Find out more on our UK and France news page (https://www.gov.uk/world/france/news).

We provide consular services to British nationals living in and visiting France.

You can access UK government services while in France (https://www.gov.uk/world/france).

Read the latest information on the rights and status of UK nationals living in Europe (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-europe) and our practical guide to Living in France (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-france). You can also read information about outreach meetings for British citizens across France (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/information-and-events-for-british-citizens-in-france).

If you’re travelling in France, see our France travel advice (https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france).

Getting help

If you cannot get the support you need from local services, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) can help British people abroad.

We prioritise emergencies and people who are vulnerable, for example, if someone’s:
- ill, injured, or involved in a crime
- with a British person who’s died
Get help from FCDO (https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/france/british-embassy-paris)

If your passport has been lost or stolen

If you’re abroad and your passport has been lost, stolen, damaged or has expired, and you cannot get a new or replacement passport in time to travel, apply online for an emergency travel document (https://www.gov.uk/emergency-travel-document).

If a British person dies in France

Read this guide for what to do if a British person dies in France (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/what-to-do-after-a-british-person-dies-in-france) to help you through the practical arrangements you need to follow after a death in France.

If you’re dealing with the death of a child, multiple deaths, a suspicious death or a case of murder or manslaughter, or have read the guide and feel you need more support, contact us (https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/france/british-embassy-paris).

Other consular services

Notarial and documentary services

See the full list of notarial and documentary services for British people abroad (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/documents-for-british-people-abroad).

Consular fees

See the full list of consular fees (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/consular-services-fees).

We also provide services in:

Bordeaux (https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-consulate-bordeaux)

Marseille (https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-consulate-marseille)

Paris (https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-paris)
Typhoid and paratyphoid: guidance, data and analysis
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

The symptoms, diagnosis, management, surveillance and epidemiology of of typhoid and paratyphoid (enteric fever).

Typhoid and paratyphoid (also known as enteric fever) are diseases caused by Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (typhoid) or Paratyphi A, B and C (paratyphoid). Classic typhoid fever is a serious disease. It can be life-threatening unless treated promptly with antibiotics. The disease lasts several weeks and convalescence takes some time. Paratyphoid is typically milder than typhoid and of shorter duration.

Typhoid and paratyphoid are almost exclusively acquired abroad through the ingestion of heavily contaminated food and water. These diseases are prevalent in regions of the world where sanitation is poor. Read more about the symptoms and general information on typhoid and paratyphoid (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/typhoid-fever/) on the NHS website.

Typhoid and paratyphoid are notifiable diseases in England and Wales (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/notifications-of-infectious-diseases-noids). Health professionals must inform local health protection teams of suspected cases.
INTM421030 - Transfer pricing: Methodologies: OECD Guidelines: Comparable uncontrolled price
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-28)


Use of CUP method

Although no absolute hierarchy now exists within the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines, traditional transactional methods (see INTM421010 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-manual/intm421010)) are regarded as the most direct way of establishing whether conditions between associated enterprises are arm’s length. The Guidelines say that where the comparable uncontrolled price ('CUP') and another pricing method can be applied in an equally reliable way, the CUP method should be preferred (paragraph 2.3 of the Guidelines).

The CUP method is the simplest and most accurate of the OECD methods, if it’s possible to apply it. It simply compares the price in the controlled transaction with the price in a comparable uncontrolled transaction. If there is a difference, then the commercial and financial relationship between the associated parties may mean the price is not at arm's length. The price in the uncontrolled transaction may need to be substituted for the price in the controlled transaction.

An uncontrolled transaction can be said to be comparable to a controlled transaction if:
- there are no differences between the transactions being compared or between the enterprises entering into the transactions which could materially affect the price charged in the open market,
and, where there are differences,
- reasonably accurate adjustments can be made to eliminate their effect.
Where comparable uncontrolled transactions can be found, such that the CUP method can be applied in a greater or equally reliable manner as other methods, CUP is the preferred method of applying the arm's length principle: see the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines at paragraph 2.3. However, identifying good, reliable comparable uncontrolled transactions can sometimes be difficult in practice, as was demonstrated in the particular circumstances in DSG Retail Ltd and others v HMRC (TC00001) - see INTM421040 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-manual/intm421040).

Look for instances where the controlled party transacts in the same goods or services under the same circumstances and conditions with both a connected party and a comparable third party: i.e. where the transactions are comparable. If the degree of comparability is acceptable but the price to or from the controlled party is different, there may well be a transfer pricing problem.

See the OECD Guidelines from paragraphs 2.13 to 2.26.
Jackdaw Training and Protective 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 Jackdaw Training and Protective 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 Jackdaw Training and Protective 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
- 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.
Aviaur Tech 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 Aviaur Tech 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 Aviaur Tech Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
We also pledge the following:

Consider ways in which remote-working solutions might benefit the mobile Armed Forces Community, especially partners and spouses

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.
INCHP02100 - General: pre-lodgement of entries
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

Note: This manual is under review following Brexit and is likely to be withdrawn. If there is anything within this manual you use regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know. Please check the other guidance available on GOV.UK from HMRC.

To facilitate the trade HMRC allows for pre lodgement of declarations these are presented either by email or fax.

Pre-lodged entries should be accompanied by the Route H header at Appendix C INCHP13150 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/import-and-national-clearance-hub-procedures/inchp13150).

Failure to use the recommended header may result in delays to the clearance of the entry.

An entry may be lodged not more than 5 days before the expected date of the report in accordance with certain formalities mentioned in the Tariff (Tariff Volume 3, Part 3, paragraph 3. 1. 5.

Where an entry has been pre-lodged by email / fax declarants are not required to send the originals to the NCH, unless post clearance checks require the original documents to be stamped. In these circumstances, the original document should be sent to the NCH with an appropriate header quoting the entry number.
FCDO statement on the situation in DRC
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-16)

The FCDO has released a statement following the entrance of M23 and the Rwandan Defence Force into Bukavu​: 16 February.

An FCDO spokesperson said:

“The entrance of M23 and the Rwandan Defence Force into Bukavu​ is a violation of DRC’s sovereignty and​ territorial integrity, and a breach of​ the UN Charter. This is a serious escalation that heightens the risk of a wider regional conflict – the human cost of which would be devastating​. The UK calls for an immediate cessation of hostilities, withdrawal of all RDF from Congolese territory and a return to dialogue through African-led peace processes. There can be no military solution.

“The humanitarian situation in eastern DRC is critical. Close to a million people have already been displaced by this recent offensive and hundreds of thousands are now in desperate need of lifesaving support. It is appalling that vital aid routes have been cut off. All​ parties must restore humanitarian access as a matter of urgency.”

Media enquiries

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

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Contact the FCDO Communication Team via email (monitored 24 hours a day) in the first instance, and we will respond as soon as possible.
East Anglia One North and East Anglia Two Offshore Windfarms Kittiwake, lesser black-backed gull and red-throated diver compensation measures: post-consent condition compliance, Planning Act 2008
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-24)

Decision by the Secretary of State on an application for post-consent condition compliance.

Decision by the Secretary of State as to whether a signed guarantee between East Anglia One North Limited and East Anglia Two Limited (the undertakers) and ScottishPower Renewables (UK) Limited (the guarantor) and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (the Secretary of State), provided suitable form of security to cover the Kittiwake compensation measures, lesser black-backed gull compensation measures, and red-throated diver compensation measures as stated in the East Anglia One North Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022 and East Anglia Two Order Offshore Wind Farm Order 2022.

Date of decision

25 July 2025

Company/location

ScottishPower RenewablesScottishPower House320 Vincent StGlasgowG2 5AD

Type of project

Post-consent condition compliance under the Planning Act 2008.
King Charles III England Coast Path from Easington to Filey Brigg: Natural England's proposals
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-17)

Find out about Natural England's proposals to improve coastal access in North Yorkshire and East Riding of Yorkshire.

On 28 February 2018, Natural England submitted a report to the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs setting out the proposals for improved access to the coast between Easington and Filey Brigg.

The opportunity to comment closed at midnight on Wednesday, 25 April 2018. You can no longer make a representation or objection on proposals.

All representations and objections were considered before the Secretary of State made a final decision about the report.

The report is available as a series of separate documents. You can:
- read the overview which includes background information to help you understand the proposals and maps
- use the index map to find the relevant chapter for the length of coast you are interested in
- open the corresponding chapter of the report for more information
Outcome

On 18 August 2020, the Secretary of State approved these proposals.

On 10 May 2023, the Bridlington (North Sands) to Filey Brigg section of the route was opened to the public.

On 18 August 2025, the Easington to Bridlington (North Sands) section was opened to the public.

The route is available to view on the National Trails website (https://www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/).