theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
The taxation of decentralised finance involving the lending and staking of cryptoassets
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

The government is seeking views on a potential new taxation framework for cryptoasset loans and ‘staking’ in the context of decentralised finance.

The government is committed to retain the UK’s global leadership position in fintech. Last April it announced its intention to explore and resolve specific issues regarding the taxation of the decentralised finance (DeFi) activities of lending and staking. Some stakeholders have highlighted circumstances where the current rules for Capital Gains Tax (CGT), when applied to DeFi, are inconsistent with the substance of the activity.

As part of the review into the application of tax rules to DeFi transactions, the government ran a Call for Evidence (https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/call-for-evidence-the-taxation-of-decentralised-finance-involving-the-lending-and-staking-of-cryptoassets/the-taxation-of-decentralised-finance-involving-the-lending-and-staking-of-cryptoassets-call-for-evidence) from 5 July to 31 August 2022. Most respondents agreed that a change in the tax rules would be beneficial for the industry and users.

This consultation represents the next stage of the policy making process. The government is inviting comments on a potential legislative solution which aims at better aligning the taxation of cryptoassets used in certain DeFi transactions with the underlying economic substance.

HMRC would like to hear from investors, professionals and firms engaged in DeFi activities including:
- technology and financial service firms
- trade associations and representative bodies
- academic institutions and think tanks
- legal, accountancy and tax advisory firms
Mr A Ciocan v Eaton Grove Eco Build Ltd: 6002633/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-22)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Ciocan v Eaton Grove Eco Build Ltd: 6002633/2025 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f76babf038caddfad11a59/Mr_A_Ciocan_v_Eaton_Grove_Eco_Build_Ltd_-_6002633_2025_-_Judgment_.pdf).
Mr R Wrobel v The Merchant Company Education Board (operating as ESMS): 4107155/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Wrobel v The Merchant Company Education Board (operating as ESMS): 4107155/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681a2fd1386c17c856f17340/4107155.2024_-_Mr_R_Wrobel_v_The_Merchant_Company_Education_Board__operating_as_ESMS__-_Judgment_Issued_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).
Commissioner for the Tenant Farming Sector: role and services
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-29)

How the Commissioner for the Tenant Farming Sector operates.

Alan Laidlaw is our Commissioner for the Tenant Farming Sector in England.

Role

The commissioner promotes the standards of conduct and responsible behaviour that are set out in the voluntary industry Agricultural Landlord and Tenant Code of Practice in England (https://ala.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2e-Agricultural-Landlord-Tenant-Code-of-Practice-for-England-2024.pdf).

Raise an issue

This provides a confidential and impartial point of contact for anyone in the sector to raise concerns. These concerns may be regarding unreasonable behaviour, poor conduct, and non-compliance with the code of practice.

Contact information

You can get in touch with the commissioner’s office at xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Background

Defra appointed a Commissioner for the Tenant Farming Sector following a recommendation in the independent Rock Review (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-rock-review-working-together-for-a-thriving-agricultural-tenanted-sector/the-rock-review-summary-and-recommendations), to encourage collaboration and fairness within the tenanted sector.
Mrs N Wynne v Leeds City Council and Others: 1802896/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs N Wynne v Leeds City Council and Others: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Partial Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/690b65e3c22e4ed8b0518505/1802896.24_Nicole_Wynne_v_Leeds_City_Council.pdf).
HR1 3QR, KW Bell Group Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/PP3223MD/A001
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

View the application submitted by KW Bell Group Limited for Land to the south of the A465, Burley Gate, Herefordshire, HR1 3QR.

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

These notices explain:
- what the application is about
- when you need to comment by
The Environment Agency will decide:
- whether to grant or refuse the application
- what conditions to include in the permit (if granted)
Energy use on farms in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-31)

Official statistics in development on annual fuel use, renewable energy sources, and carbon audits in farms in England.

This ‘Energy use on farms in England’ publication provides details on the types and quantities of fuel used by farm businesses, as well as the generation and sale of renewable energy by farm businesses, including plans for the future. This publication also contains details on farm carbon audits, including the most commonly used carbon calculators and the actions farms have taken based on their carbon audits.

Data was updated on 31 October 2025 following the correction of a data processing error. This comprises the data presented in Figure 3.5, the associated dataset table 3.4 and corresponding key point for “What were the reasons for first installing solar panels in the farm businesses”, as well as dataset table 3.2 for “Distribution of farms that intend to install renewable energy with or without government funding”. The associated machine readable dataset was also updated.
Monitoring air quality and dust on the HS2 Phase One route (June 2025)
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-26)

Monthly air quality monitoring reports for HS2, taken within local authorities along the Phase One (London to West Midlands) route.

The reports contain monitoring data and interpretative results, including a summary of the construction activities occurring. This covers any complaints received, data recorded over the monitoring period, and periods which exceeded agreed trigger levels and the results of any investigations. Where High Speed Two (HS2) works have been identified as the source, the reports include actions taken to resolve the issue and to prevent a recurrence.

HS2 Ltd and its contractors are required to undertake air quality and dust monitoring, and produce monthly reports, to comply with the Code of Construction Practice (CoCP). The reports are specific to each local authority area along the Phase One route.

The CoCP forms part of the Environmental Minimum Requirements (EMRs). The EMRs set out high-level environmental and sustainability commitments to be carried out during the planning and implementation of works along the Phase One route.
Connect Advisory Solutions 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 Connect Advisory Solutions 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 Connect Advisory Solutions 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
- 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: Beizkna Soldering Iron sold via Amazon (2504-0038)
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-08)

Product Safety Report for Beizkna Soldering Iron presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Beizkna Soldering Iron sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire because the cord has been anchored to the circuit board by cable ties.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire because the cord has been anchored to the circuit board by cable ties. Over time, lack of sufficient anchorage will cause the supply cord to move, leading to strain on the conductors. This could cause the appliance to fail and possibly catch fire. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2504-0038

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
MIN 714 (M) Amendment 1 proposed implementation of MLC 2006, amendments 2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)

Information outlining the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (MLC), amendments 2022 and proposals for implementation into UK legislation with guidance to industry.

This notice should be read in conjunction with:
- Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) (Minimum Requirements for Seafarers etc.) Regulations 2014 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/1613/contents/made)
- Merchant Shipping (Maritime Labour Convention) (Recruitment and Placement) Regulations 2014 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/1615/contents)
- MSN 1845 (M) Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 Food and Catering: Provision of food and fresh water (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/msn-1845-m-food-and-catering-provision-of-food-and-fresh-water)
- MSN 1844 (M) Maritime Labour Convention, 2006: Crew Accommodation (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/msn-1844-m-maritime-labour-convention-2006-crew-accomodation)
- Annex A, attached separately alongside this notice, outlining the MLC, 2006 amendments 2022
This MIN expires on the 30 April 2026.

Notice to
- shipowners
- ship operators and ship managers
- employers of seafarers
- masters
- officers and seafarers on sea-going ships ordinarily engaged in commercial operations
- P&I clubs
- recognised organisations
- recruitment and placement services
- maritime insurance providers
Local government reorganisation: letter to East Sussex and Brighton and Hove council leaders
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

​Letter to inform council leaders of the launch of the East Sussex and Brighton and Hove local government reorganisation consultation.​

​On 19 November 2025, the Minister of State for Local Government and Homelessness, Alison McGovern MP, wrote to the leaders of East Sussex and Brighton and Hove councils to inform them of the launch of the Essex local government reorganisation consultation.​

Wealden District Council did not submit a proposal for unitary local government and so the letter is not addressed to their leader.

​For the purposes of the consultation, the proposals in West Sussex and East Sussex and Brighton and Hove have been grouped together.
Gemma Aldridge appointed to the Department of Health and Social Care
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-19)

Gemma Aldridge has been appointed to the Department of Health and Social Care to undertake a short review of media and digital work at DHSC and NHS England.

Gemma Aldridge has accepted a direct ministerial appointment to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to undertake a short review of DHSC’s and NHS England’s media and digital work.

As the former editor of the Sunday Mirror and Sunday People, she brings a wealth of journalistic experience and will work across DHSC and NHS England for 3 months. Gemma, previously a features editor and assistant editor at the titles, became editor at the 2 Sunday papers in April 2021 and left in 2024.

The review will focus on effective communication of the government’s 10 Year Health Plan and comes ahead of future plans to integrate the 2 organisations.
NIM02782 - Class 1 NICs: earnings of employees and office holders: retirement benefits schemes from 6 April 2006: employer-financed retirement benefits schemes: payments from such schemes: authorised member payments: flowchart: lump sums
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-12)


You must read this page in conjunction with NIM02780 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/national-insurance-manual/nim02780) (first considerations).

Payment out of the EFRBS is a lump sum.

Step 1

Is the lump sum a:
- pension commencement lump sum (PCLS) NIM02769 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/national-insurance-manual/nim02769); or
- serious ill-health lump sum (SIHLS) NIM02771 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/national-insurance-manual/nim02771)?
Yes Go to step 2

No Go to step 4

Step 2

Is the lump sum a PCLS?

Yes Go to NIM02783 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/national-insurance-manual/nim02783)

No Go to step 3

Step 3

Is the lump sum a SIHLS?

Yes Go to NIM02784 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/national-insurance-manual/nim02784)

Step 4

Payment cannot be disregarded in the calculation of earnings.

Flowchart (http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/gds/nim/attachments/NIM02782flowchart.pdf).
Lessons learnt
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-29)

Details of the lessons learnt based on the experience of the case team.

Areas where the case team might either change or adjust their strategy for future money laundering investigations:

Consider different options and approaches in the intelligence gathering phase

In the initial stages of operation A, surveillance capability was limited. Therefore, the case team had to use alternative methods, such as the use of account monitoring orders to monitor cash deposits arriving into the bank accounts, which used in conjunction with the CCTV obtained from the financial institution, not only meant the case team were able to widen the scope of their investigation, but also provided evidence at the trial stage which had a huge impact.

Use as many resources as is appropriate

This would include ensuring having forensic practitioners either onsite or contactable during an intervention to maximise the potential evidence collection. Onboarding experts such as a money laundering expert, the Companies House liaison officer and insolvency service officer from an early stage was also beneficial to building a complete picture in operation A. One of the roles of an expert is to explain complex matters in a more simplistic manner, so the more experts on the case, the less explaining there might be for the case team.

Use of the Egmont Group

In operation A the case team experienced difficulties in obtaining evidence overseas, however they recognised there were alternative options including the use of the Egmont Group. The case team also used HMRC’s fiscal crime liaison officer network who were able to confirm the request from the UKCA had not been received but were also able to provide intelligence on the subjects under investigation. There is a global outreach of illicit finance experts who can be reached via HMRC, National Crime Agency or the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office to help with overseas enquiries.

Early investigative advice

It is recommended to set out a detailed investigation strategy as well as obtaining early investigative advice from the CPS to agree the strategy from the outset of the investigation.

Sharing and learning

The case team reached out to the HMRC trade-based money laundering threats team having received a presentation on TBML methods and typologies. The presentation resonated with the case team who recognised numerous TBML indicators in operation A and felt that through sharing their experiences, learning can be shared.
RNC Security
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 RNC Security 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 RNC Security 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.
Farmer Opinion Tracker
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-30)

Analysis of farmer views and opinions towards Defra’s vision for farming

This series provides analysis of the farmer opinion surveys run to seek views and opinions of farmers in England on Defra’s vision for farming. Over time farmers are asked a series of broadly the same questions about Defra’s vision for farming, business planning, relationships with farming groups and Defra and the future of farming.

The survey was set up to collect opinion prior to, and during, the agricultural transition. The data collected via this survey is used to monitor farmer opinion over time to see how it is changing as we move through the agricultural transition period.

The survey was first run in Autumn 2019 and then at six monthly intervals. From April 2025, the survey will run once annually. Maintaining the survey once a year allows us to track long term trends, monitor gradual shifts in farmer sentiment and compare results to a single point in time, whilst reducing survey burden on farmers and improving government efficiency.

The next survey is planned to run in April 2026, and the final survey in April 2027 (the end of Transition).
PM meeting with Prime Minister Mustafa of the Palestinian Authority: 28 April 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-27)

The Prime Minister met with the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, Mohammad Mustafa this afternoon in Downing Street.

The Prime Minister met with the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, Mohammad Mustafa this afternoon in Downing Street.

The Prime Minister began by expressing his sincere condolences for the appalling loss of life in Gaza. He said that the UK does not support the resumption in hostilities, which are in nobody’s interests. He added that the UK will continue to press for a return to the ceasefire as a first step to a lasting peace, and reiterated that the return of humanitarian aid into Gaza is critical.

He also said that we must not lose sight of the situation in the West Bank, where unlawful settlement and violence is of deep concern.

Discussing the Arab Plan for Gaza, the Prime Minister shared the UK’s support for the Palestinian Authority’s reform programme, which he said is critical. The leaders agreed that a strategic political framework will be necessary as part of the implementation of a two-state solution, and that Hamas must have no role in Gaza’s governance.

They both agreed that the UK would continue to work closely with the Palestinian Authority and regional partners to find a constructive way forward, and deliver lasting peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike.

The leaders looked forward to speaking again soon.
Joint targeted area inspection of the multi-agency response to identification of initial need and risk
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-23)

Guidance for inspectors carrying out a JTAI of the multi-agency response to the identification of initial need and risk (often referred to as the ‘front door’).

This guidance is for inspectors carrying out a joint targeted area inspection (JTAI) of the multi-agency response to the identification of initial need and risk (also known as the ‘front door’) in a local authority area in England.

These JTAIs are carried out by inspectors from:
- Ofsted
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
- His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)
Make a Reserved Investor Fund change notification
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Tell HMRC when the Reserved Investor Fund (RIF) exits the regime, changes its structure or changes how it meets the qualifying conditions.

Make a notification for changes to the scheme

You must tell us when the scheme:
- chooses to exit the regime
- breaches one or more of the qualifying conditions and stops being a Reserved Investor Fund (RIF)
- has been treating the ownership requirement as met, but no longer expects to meet this requirement in the initial period
- has been treating the UK property rich condition as met, but no longer expects to meet this condition in the initial period
- no longer expects to rectify a breach of the ownership requirement within 9 months of the breach
- no longer expects to rectify a breach of the restriction requirement within 9 months of the breach
- changes the restriction condition it is relying on to meet the restriction requirement for the scheme
- is an umbrella scheme that establishes a new sub-scheme or winds up an existing sub-scheme
How to complete a notification
- Download and save Reserved Investor Fund (RIF) Notifications (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d947595bad4b1a7f01ecd6/reserved_investor_fund_other_notifications_form.pdf) (PDF, 833 KB, 6 pages).
- Open it using the latest free version of Adobe Reader (http://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/).
- Complete it on-screen.
The form may not work if you try to open it in your internet browser. If the form does not open, contact online services support for more help (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/contact/online-services-helpdesk).

HMRC will update this page when we replace PDF notifications with a fully accessible online form.

Where to send the notification

Email the notification form to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) (include ‘RIF’ in the subject line).

If you cannot email the form, print it and post it to:

Collective Investment Schemes Centre (CISC)Wealthy/Mid-size Business ComplianceHM Revenue & CustomsBX9 1HT

If you cannot use a PDF for accessibility reasons

Contact us if you cannot use a PDF for accessibility reasons and need to notify us a different way.

xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) (include ‘RIF’ in the subject line)Collective Investment Schemes Centre (CISC)Wealthy/Mid-size Business ComplianceHM Revenue & CustomsBX9 1HTTelephone: 03000 536 118Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pmFind out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges)
Becky Wood
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-02)

Becky Wood is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA). Before taking up this role, she was a partner at the consultancy firm EY, and prior to that was a Commercial Advisor at the Infrastructure and Projects Authority. For ten years Becky oversaw major infrastructure developments at the Department for Transport, serving as the Senior Responsible Officer for the Crossrail, Thameslink and Intercity Express programmes. She also has valuable international experience, having worked on significant infrastructure programmes across both public and private sectors in Australia and New Zealand.

Becky Wood is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA).

Before taking up this role, she was a partner at the consultancy firm EY, and prior to that was a Commercial Advisor at the Infrastructure and Projects Authority. For ten years Becky oversaw major infrastructure developments at the Department for Transport, serving as the Senior Responsible Officer for the Crossrail, Thameslink and Intercity Express programmes. She also has valuable international experience, having worked on significant infrastructure programmes across both public and private sectors in Australia and New Zealand.
K2 Associates UK 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 K2 Associates UK 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 K2 Associates UK Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
10 Station Court, London SW15 2AP - LON/00BE/LSC/2024/0171
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-10)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Sarah McKeown on 18 June 2025

Reda the full decision 10 Station Court, London SW15 2AP - LON/00BE/LSC/2024/0171 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686276b8b466cce1bb121a02/10_Station_Court__London__SW15_2AP_-_s27A__Sch11__31_Jul_2023_.pdf).
Newborn screening: information leaflets
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-29)

These publications explain NHS newborn screening programme tests, possible results and follow-up tests.

These publications cover newborn screening for:
- eyes, heart, hips and testes (physical examination)
- hearing loss
- blood spot conditions
Printed copies of the Screening tests for you and your baby (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/screening-tests-for-you-and-your-baby) invitation leaflet are provided free of charge for local screening services to give to individuals who cannot access the digital version of this information.

See order printed leaflets (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-order-population-screening-leaflets#order-printed-leaflets) for guidance.

The other leaflets listed here are available as accessible digital HTML resources but can also be printed off locally as and when required.

See how to print digital leaflets (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-order-population-screening-leaflets#print) to print out copies for people who cannot access the internet.
Police super-complaints: police use of stop and search powers
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-20)

Super-complaint from the Criminal Justice Alliance about the police’s use of ‘suspicion-less’ stop and searches and the scrutiny of all stop and search powers.

HM Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), the College of Policing and the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) have published a report in response to the super-complaint submitted by the Criminal Justice Alliance. This super-complaint is about the police’s use of section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994, and the scrutiny of all stop and search powers.

Following an investigation, we have made recommendations to chief constables, police and crime commissioners or equivalents, the National Police Chiefs’ Council, the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners and the Home Office.

We are aware of accessibility issues with this publication. We are working to fix these.

Read the responses

Responses to the super-complaint from the Criminal Justice Alliance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/responses-to-the-super-complaint-from-the-criminal-justice-alliance)
H McKenzie v Escape Kent Ltd and Timescape Adventures Ltd: 2302217/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in H McKenzie v Escape Kent Ltd and Timescape Adventures Ltd: 2302217/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6807671b8c1316be7978e6a1/H_McKenzie_v_Escape_Kent_Limited_Anor_Reserved_2302217-2024_Judgment___Reasons.pdf).
Product Safety Report: Soctone Multi-Purpose Telescopic Ladder (2507-0136)
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-19)

Product Safety Report for Soctone Multi-Purpose Telescopic Ladder presenting a serious risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: Soctone Multi-Purpose Telescopic Ladder

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it has insufficient strength and rigidity, and may bend with repeated use.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as when tested, the product failed the strength test, functional dimensions, requirements, preconditioning and pull-out test. The ladder has insufficient strength and rigidity and may bend with repeated use. This could cause the user to fall from a height and sustain injuries.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2507-0136

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Ms Wintle v Johnston and Leese Ltd and Others: 1303598/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms Wintle v Johnston and Leese Ltd and Others: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Withdrawal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/691332f61fcc92b3f3496367/Ms_Wintle_v_Johnston___Leese_Ltd__R1___Mr_S_Somaskanthan_trading_as_SKM_Food___Wines__R2___Secretary_of_State_for_Business___Trade__R3_xx-xxxx-xxxx_.pdf).
Joanne Olivier
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-25)

Joanne Olivier was appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg on 23 April 2025, after presenting her credentials to HRH Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume. Joanne has served in a wide range of roles in the FCDO since 2009. She was most recently the Deputy Head of Mediterranean Department from 2022 until 2025. Overseas, she has served in Pretoria and Paris. In London she has served in the Defence and Strategic Threats Directorate, as a Middle East Policy Planner and as Head of Ukraine Team. Prior to joining the FCDO, Joanne had a career as a lawyer, including as a practicing barrister in London.

Joanne Olivier was appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg on 23 April 2025, after presenting her credentials to HRH Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume.

Joanne has served in a wide range of roles in the FCDO since 2009. She was most recently the Deputy Head of Mediterranean Department from 2022 until 2025. Overseas, she has served in Pretoria and Paris. In London she has served in the Defence and Strategic Threats Directorate, as a Middle East Policy Planner and as Head of Ukraine Team. Prior to joining the FCDO, Joanne had a career as a lawyer, including as a practicing barrister in London.
VAT and Insurance Premium Tax: change to reliefs for qualifying motor vehicle leasing schemes
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

This tax information and impact note is about changes to VAT and Insurance Premium Tax reliefs on motor vehicle leases under qualifying schemes for disabled users.

This measure will apply the standard rate of VAT to top-up payments on leases of motor vehicles through qualifying schemes for the use of disabled people. Where payments are made through benefits, VAT will continue not to apply.

Insurance Premium Tax will apply at the standard rate of 12% to insurance on new vehicle leases through qualifying schemes.

These measure will take effect from 1 July 2026.

These tax changes will not apply to vehicles designed or substantially and permanently adapted for wheelchair or stretcher users.
Move On grant: funding instruction
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-25)

Funding instruction for Move On grant funding for a limited number of local authorities.

Increased decision making has placed pressure on local authorities to provide advice and support to newly granted refugees leaving the asylum accommodation system.

In recognition of these pressures, £2.8 million of funding has been distributed to a limited number of local authorities most impacted by increased decision making for services that have been delivered during the second half of 2024 to 2025.
Ofqual Chief Regulator affirms rigorous grading standards
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)

Students receiving results today can have full confidence in the value of their grades, Ofqual's Chief Regulator has said.

As students across England this morning opened just over 1.1 million results, Sir Ian Bauckham affirmed the importance of their achievements for their own prospects and national prosperity.

Sir Ian said: “Standards have been maintained for another year, with grades determined by students’ performance in exams using exam boards’ strict marking and grading processes.”

Slightly fewer A levels were taken this year, with 814,335 entries compared to last year’s 816,890, despite an increase in the number of 18-year-olds in 2025.

“This may be a sign that young people are making different choices about what types of qualification suit them, which then has an impact on A level outcomes,” added Sir Ian.

“A levels remain a valued and well-recognised qualification in the UK and globally.”

This year shows a further increase in the number of students completing T Level qualifications, up from 7,421 in 2024 to 11,909 this year. T Level courses provide high quality and rigorous occupation-specific training for level 3 students.

“Britain’s economic future depends on a skilled and knowledgeable workforce. All types of qualifications open doors of opportunity to students to contribute towards Britain’s economy,” added Sir Ian.

“Whether students are using their results to continue in education or move into the workplace, they can be confident that they have qualifications that will stand them in good stead for their future.”

For more on today’s results, please see:

Ofqual blog: Level 3 results analysis 2025: Key trends and context for teachers (https://ofqual.blog.gov.uk/2025/08/14/level-3-results-analysis-2025-key-trends-and-context-for-teachers/?utm_source=Press_release_OfqualResults25&utm_medium=Press_release_OfqualResults25&utm_campaign=Results2025)

Infographics: Level 3 and A level results 2025 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/infographics-level-3-and-a-level-results-2025?utm_source=L3pressrelease_OfqualResults25&utm_medium=L3pressrelease_OfqualResults25&utm_campaign=Results2025)

Statistical release: Qualification results in England: summer 2025 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/qualification-results-in-england-summer-2025?utm_source=Pressrelease_OfqualResults25&utm_medium=Pressrelease_OfqualResults25&utm_campaign=Results2025)
Brighter Places
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

The Regulator of Social Housing's view of how well Brighter Places is meeting regulatory standards.

Regulatory judgements are our published view of how well a landlord is delivering the outcomes of our standards (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/regulatory-standards-for-landlords). Each landlord’s page contains their current judgement.

See the regulatory judgements table (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/regulatory-judgements-and-regulatory-notices) for a full list of judgements. You can find more information about how we approach regulatory judgements and gradings (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-we-approach-regulatory-judgements-and-gradings). An A-Z of providers is also available.

Archived regulatory judgements and PDF versions of regulatory judgements are available on request. Please contact the Regulator of Social Housing by emailing xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) or telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx with your request.

You can also create a PDF of a judgement using the ‘print this page’ button on the left side.
Childrens Social Care Statistics for Northern Ireland 2024/25
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-16)

Children’s social care statistics for Northern Ireland presents figures, collected from each of the five health and social care trusts, for children in need at 31 March and year ending 31 March.

Children’s social care statistics for Northern Ireland presents figures, collected from each of the five health and social care trusts, for children in need at 31 March and year ending 31 March. This includes the total number children in need known to social services by age, gender, religion and ethnicity and the total number of children in need referrals received by source of referral.
The Compass Rose Jeweller
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 Compass Rose Jeweller 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 Compass Rose Jeweller 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.
Anna McMorrin MP
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-07)

Anna McMorrin was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Wales Office on 7 September 2025. She was previously Assistant Whip, House of Commons between 10 July 2024 and 7 September 2025. She was elected as the MP for Cardiff North in June 2017.

Anna McMorrin was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Wales Office on 7 September 2025.

She was previously Assistant Whip, House of Commons between 10 July 2024 and 7 September 2025. She was elected as the MP for Cardiff North in June 2017.