theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Create a UK processing statement
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-15)

Use this service to create a UK processing statement for fish and shellfish that have been imported or landed directly into the UK for processing, ready for export.

Processing Statement Updates - From 10 January 2026

The UK processing statement is being updated to reflect changes in EU regulations and UK export control requirements. You can find the latest updates here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/eu-iuu-regulation-2026-changes-guidance/processing-statement-updates-from-10-january-2026).

If you use more than one processing plant for your export, you’ll need a separate processing statement for each plant.

The statement, together with catch certificates from the vessels that caught the fish, allows you to export fishery products to the EU (https://www.gov.uk/eu-eea), Iceland, Ivory Coast, Kuwait, Madagascar, Norway, Thailand, Tunisia and Ukraine. It also allows you to export to any other country if all or part of the product will return to the UK or go to the EU.

Some fish and shellfish are excluded from the definition of ‘fishery products’ (https://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=OJ:L:2011:057:0010:0018:EN:PDF) and do not need a UK processing statement for export.

What you need

To create a processing statement, you’ll need:
- a Government Gateway user ID and password
- the company name and address of the exporter
- to say what is in the consignment (and include the EU tariff commodity codes)
- a health certificate number for the export
- the species, catch certificate number and total weight from each catch being used in the consignment
- the before and after processing weights of the export
- the name, address and plant approval number of the processing plant used (and the name of the person responsible for the consignment)
Start now (https://manage-fish-exports.service.gov.uk/create-processing-statement/processing-statements)

How to create a Processing Statement (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0_59kkA-Vk&feature=youtu.be)

Before you start

You need to get an export health certificate (EHC) (http://www.gov.uk/guidance/exporting-animals-animal-products-fish-and-fishery-products-to-the-eu-after-eu-exit#ehc) for your export.

Check the EU tariff commodity codes of your fishery products in the trade tariff (https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff).

If you haven’t already, create Government Gateway sign in details (https://manage-fish-exports.service.gov.uk/create-processing-statement/processing-statements) for the business or organisation you represent.

Defra service registrations (https://your-defra-account.defra.gov.uk/help) need you to provide some extra details about yourself and the business (for example, the Companies House registration number).

Registration should take around 5 minutes.
Mr C Spiridon v Oxford Aunts Care Ltd: 6006905/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr C Spiridon v Oxford Aunts Care Ltd: 6006905/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67add9c5a75f02dffca29ab3/Mr_C_Spiridon_v_Oxford_Aunts_Care_Ltd_6006905.2024_FMH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Mrs M Mwarowa v Durham County Council: 2502061/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs M Mwarowa v Durham County Council: 2502061/2023 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6659ba808f90ef31c23ebce7/Mrs_M_Mwarowa_v_Durham_County_Council_2502061-2023_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs M Mwarowa v Durham County Council: 2502061/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67dab30391e6e04923028410/Mrs._M._Mwarowa_v_Durham_County_Council_2502061-23_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs M Mwarowa v Durham County Council: 2502061/2023 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6807a378148a9969d2394e67/Mrs_M_Mwarowa_v_Durham_County_Council_2502061-2023_reasons.pdf).
Inherited metabolic diseases: confirmed diagnosis template GP letter
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-15)

Letter templates to GPs to confirm a child's diagnosis for an inherited metabolic disease.

These documents are for inherited metabolic disease specialist teams to confirm a child’s diagnosis for an inherited metabolic disease:
- maple syrup urine disease
- isovaleric acidaemia
- isolvaleric acidaemia biochemically mild variant
- glutaric aciduria type 1
- homocystinuria (pyridoxine unresponsive)
- hereditary tyrosinaemia type 1 (HT1)
WR7 4DB, Severn Trent Water Limited: environmental permit application advertisement - S/17/26537/R/V002
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-21)

View the application submitted by Severn Trent Water Limited for Flyford Flavell Sewage Treatment Works, Alcester Road, Flyford Flavell, Worcester, WR7 4DB.

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)
Licensed seed companies in England and Wales
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)

Details of seed companies licensed by APHA in England and Wales.

List of companies in England and Wales that are licensed by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) to market seed.

To apply for a licence, see the guidance on how to apply to have seeds certified for marketing guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/the-marketing-of-agricultural-and-vegetable-seed-varieties).
Wellacre Academy
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 Wellacre Academy 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 Wellacre Academy 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.
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
S3: storing sludge
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-01)

S3 waste exemption lets you store sewage sludge at a site where it will be used in accordance with the Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations 1989.

There’s a charge for most waste exemptions

This exemption is in band 2. Read waste exemption charges (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/waste-exemptions-how-to-choose-register-and-pay/waste-exemption-charges) to find out what the charges and charging bands are.

Types of activity you can carry out

These include:
- storing sewage sludge at a farm before it’s spread on land
- storing septic tank sludge before it’s spread on land
Types of activity you cannot carry out

You cannot:
- store waste within a zone defined by a 50 day travel time for groundwater to reach a groundwater abstraction that is used to supply water for homes or producing food (this is known as a Source Protection Zone 1)
- store waste under this exemption where it’s to be used at another place
- store waste where it’s not going to be used in accordance with the Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations 1989
- store waste within 0.3 metres of the top of an open storage container or within 0.75 metres of the top of an earthbank tank or lagoon
Types of waste you can store

The waste codes are those listed in the List of Wastes (LoW) Regulations. You need to make sure your waste fits within the relevant waste code and description.

Quantity of waste you can store

You can:
- store up to 1,250 tonnes of waste at any one time
- store waste for up to 12 months before using it
Conditions

The waste must be stored at least:
- 10 metres from any watercourse
- 50 metres from any spring or well, or from any borehole not used to supply water for homes or producing food
- 250 metres from any borehole used to supply water for homes or producing food
The waste must be stored in a secure location at the place where it’s to be used.

What else you need to know

You must use the sludge in accordance with the Sludge (Use in Agriculture) Regulations 1989.

Please see the sewage sludge in agriculture code of practice (https://www.gov.uk/managing-sewage-sludge-slurry-and-silage).

Register an S3 exemption

You need to register this exemption with the Environment Agency if you will meet the requirements.

Register an exemption (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/register-your-waste-exemptions).
L Allen v Abele Care Ltd: 6007758/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in L Allen v Abele Care Ltd: 6007758/2025 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f0fd7f06e6515f7914c6c8/Lorna_Allen_v_Abele_Care_Limited_-_Judgment_-_6007758.2025.pdf).
Ms M Hill v Cordia Services LLP and Glasgow City Council: 4114744/2018 and 4106546/2018
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms M Hill v Cordia Services LLP and Glasgow City Council: 4114744/2018 and 4106546/2018 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67fe3fea694d57c6b1cf8d52/Ms_M_Hill_v_Cordia_Services_LLP___Glasgow_City_Council_-_4114744.2018_4106546.2018_-_Judgment.pdf).
Poultry Meat Marketing Regulations to be amended to support industry through bird flu outbreaks
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-02)

Poultry meat marketing regulations amended

As announced by the Government today (02 April), free-range poultry meat producers and processors will no longer need to change how free-range poultry meat is labelled when mandatory housing measures are introduced.

Currently, when mandatory housing measures are introduced to protect poultry from the spread of disease, after 12 weeks, free-range poultry has to be labelled as indoor reared. The Poultry Meat Marketing Standards Regulation in England will be amended so that this time limit is removed, enabling free-range poultry meat to be marketed as such for the duration of any mandatory housing measure.

In recent years, outbreaks of avian influenza in England have led to the introduction of mandatory housing measures which on several occasions have exceeded the 12-week maximum derogation period.

The amendment to existing legislation, which will be introduced in England through a Statutory Instrument, will mean that free-range poultry meat can, as long as the rest of the criteria on which free-range is granted are met, continue to be labelled as such throughout mandatory housing measures.

The move will cut unnecessary red tape and costs for British producers while also strengthening supply chain and maintaining consumer confidence.

Daniel Zeichner, Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs said:

Our priority is to support English free-range poultry farmers while ensuring clear and fair labelling for consumers. Amending the poultry meat marketing regulations will enable the sector to keep costs down and remain competitive.

This Government will restore stability and confidence in the sector introducing a new deal for farmers to boost rural economic growth and strengthen food security alongside nature’s recovery.

Following the confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in commercial poultry in England and subsequently in Scotland and Northern Ireland, in line with World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) rules, the UK is no longer free from HPAI. The risk of HPAI H5 in wild birds in Great Britain and across Europe is currently assessed as very high.

The proposal to remove this derogation period for England and Scotland was supported by the majority of respondents (https://consult.defra.gov.uk/pigs-eggs-and-poultry/consulting-on-amending-poultry-meat-marketing-regu/) to an eight-week consultation undertaken late last year. Similar legislative changes are to be introduced by the Scottish Government.

More information can be found on our latest situation page Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England - GOV.UK (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bird-flu-avian-influenza-latest-situation-in-england#latest-situation).
Crescent Moon Visibility for late February and early March 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-11)

The visibility of the new crescent moon for late February and early March 2025.

The HMNAO Crescent Moon Visibility for late February and early March 2025 shows the global likelihood of observing the young lunar crescent on the evenings of 28 February to 2 March.

At HMNAO, we provide astronomical data and predictions to aid observers, and the global data attached is for individuals’ interpretation. For further enquiries, please contact the UKHO at xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
Professor Malcolm Joyce
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-06)

Malcolm Joyce was appointed to the Committee on Radioactive Waste Management (CoRWM) in June 2023. Malcolm is currently Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Cross-faculty Associate Dean for Research at Lancaster University. With an academic background in radiation detection and nuclear materials assay, he has over 30 years’ experience in researching techniques for nuclear waste assay and decommissioning. He was Head of Engineering at Lancaster (2008-2015) and leads a team of 10 researchers focused on new measurement methods for radioactivity.  He is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Nuclear Institute, a recipient of a Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award and author of ‘Nuclear Engineering: A Conceptual Guide to Nuclear Power’. Appointed: June 2023 Term ends: June 2027

Malcolm Joyce was appointed to the Committee on Radioactive Waste Management (CoRWM) in June 2023.

Malcolm is currently Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Cross-faculty Associate Dean for Research at Lancaster University. With an academic background in radiation detection and nuclear materials assay, he has over 30 years’ experience in researching techniques for nuclear waste assay and decommissioning. He was Head of Engineering at Lancaster (2008-2015) and leads a team of 10 researchers focused on new measurement methods for radioactivity.

He is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Nuclear Institute, a recipient of a Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award and author of ‘Nuclear Engineering: A Conceptual Guide to Nuclear Power’.

Appointed: June 2023Term ends: June 2027
Neptra Ear Drops Solution for Dogs - Product defect recall alert
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-30)

Product recall alert for Neptra Ear Drops Solution for Dogs by Elanco Animal Health GmbH.

We wish to inform retailers that the wholesaler, MWI Animal Health, has initiated a Class II recall to retailer level with immediate effect for Neptra Ear Drops Solution for Dogs Vm xx-xxxx-xxxx.

The reason for recall is that Batch Number E154100A was distributed by one UK wholesaler after batch expiry. No other batches are affected.

This recall is for:

For further information regarding the recall, please contact MWI; xxx@xxx.xx>.
Z Misiunas and A Misiunas v B B Build Ltd: 1400156/2024 and 1400157/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Z Misiunas and A Misiunas v B B Build Ltd: 1400156/2024 and 1400157/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68be98a6d723ba6f74dbaacd/1._Zydrunas_Misiunas___2._Alyirdas_Misiunas_-vs-_B_B_Build_Ltd_-_1400156.2024___1400157.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Pathways CBT Therapy
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 Pathways CBT Therapy 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 Pathways CBT Therapy 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.
FTF Worldwide Event Management
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 FTF Worldwide Event Management 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 FTF Worldwide Event Management recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
J Kennedy and Others v Merchant Homes Partnerships Ltd (In Liquidation): 4104023/2024 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in J Kennedy and Others v Merchant Homes Partnerships Ltd (In Liquidation): 4104023/2024 and Others - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6839928d5150d70c85aafb4c/J_Kennedy___Others_v_Merchant_Homes_Partnerships_Limited__In_Liquidation__-_4104023.2024___Others_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in J Kennedy and Others v Merchant Homes Partnerships Ltd (In Liquidation): 4104023/2024 and Others - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687e417e8adf4250705c96ba/4104023.2024___others_J_Kennedy_v_MERCHANT_HOMES_PARTNERSHIPS_LIMITED__In_Liquidation__-_R22_Judgment_-_reconsidered_10.06.2025.pdf).
NI Topiramate Monitoring Report, April 2023 to September 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

Statistics on the number of patients, including females of child bearing age, prescribed Topiramate.

This report presents the number of patients, including females of child bearing age, prescribed Topiramate. Broken down by age, gender and HSC Trust of residence, this report monitors prescribing and helps support decision making for patient safety. This report contains a revision, following identification of an error contained in indicator 3 (rate per 1,000 population). Any tables and charts affected by this revision are denoted by (R). Users should therefore not use previous editions of this report. For more information, please see the introductory notes within the current report.
Company Names Tribunal decision: OBR&Construction Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-11)

Decision for applicant OBR Construction Limited registration number 15792886, applicant successful.

Application number 5510

Applicant OBR Construction Limited objected to the name used by OBR&Construction Ltd under the Companies Act 2006.

This decision was undefended. ‘Undefended’ refers to decisions where there has been no defence in response to the application to the Company Names Tribunal.
EIA deforestation application form
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Use this form to apply to the Forestry Commission to assess the environmental impact of permanent removal of woodland cover for conversion to another land use.

Read the deforestation application guidance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/eia-deforestation-application-form/guidance-forestry-eia-application-form-deforestation) when filling out this form.

Submit your form to your local administrative hub (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/forestry-commission/about/access-and-opening).

Creating open habitat with no Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) requirement

If you are applying for a felling licence for deforestation, but your project is low risk and does not need an EIA application (see EIA threshold table (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/environmental-impact-assessments-for-woodland#threshold-tables-for-deforestation-proposals)), submit a partially completed version of the EIA deforestation application form alongside your felling licence application to show that your project aligns with the government’s policy on when to convert woods and forests to open habitat in England.

You will only need to complete sections 9 to 11:
- Part 9 - Creating open habitat
- Part 10 - Open habitat policy criteria
- Part 11 - Proposed implementation and management
Download this form, complete sections 9, 10 and 11 only and send it when submitting your felling licence application.

Read more about forestry Environmental Impact Assessments (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/environmental-impact-assessments-for-woodland).
E Robson v Secret Garden Café (Hull) Ltd: 2501663/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-22)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in E Robson v Secret Garden Café (Hull) Ltd: 2501663/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/680106970b24153af1e7c71f/Emily_Robson_v_Secret_Garden_Cafe__Hull__Limited_2501663-2024_Judgment.pdf).
Scale-up worker caseworker guidance
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-11)

This guidance tells caseworkers how to consider applications to enter, remain or settle in the UK under the Scale-up route.

This guidance is designed to be used alongside Appendix Scale-up of the Immigration Rules. The rules explain the requirements an applicant must meet, and this guidance provides additional information on how to consider their application. Paragraph references refer to Appendix Scale-up unless otherwise stated.
Design hearing decision: O/1003/25
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)

Outcome of request to invalidate, hearing held on 29 October 2025.

Design Decision O/1003/25 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69089354c0dc8f1248417552/o100325.pdf)

Every effort is made to ensure design hearing decisions have been accurately recorded, but some errors may have been introduced during conversion for the web.

Copies of any documents annexed to a decision are available from:

Tribunal Section,Intellectual Property Office,Concept House,Cardiff Road,Newport,South WalesNP10 8QQ
Mr M Ankrah v The Governing Body of The King Alfred Federation: 2302763/2022 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Ankrah v The Governing Body of The King Alfred Federation: 2302763/2022 and Others - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67ee6862e9c76fa33048c72b/Mr_M_Ankrah_v_The_Governing_Body_of_The_King_Alfred_Federation_2302763-2022__2303105-2022____2300462-2023_Judgment_with_Written_Reasons.pdf).
Dr A Fragoyannis v AMG Scot Ltd: 8001685/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-15)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Dr A Fragoyannis v AMG Scot Ltd: 8001685/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681dbe59e26cd2f713d87135/Dr_A_Fragoyannis_v_AMG_Scot_Ltd_-_8001685.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mrs A Price v Hinton House Publishers - In Liquidation: 3310650/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs A Price v Hinton House Publishers - In Liquidation: 3310650/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67adab7c88ce626360cd21e6/Mrs_A_Price_v_Hinton_House_Publishers_-_In_Liquidation_3310650_2023_Judgment.pdf).
Product Recall: TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons (2508-0186)
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-23)

Product Recall for TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons presenting a serious risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: TheKiddoSpace Magnetic Reusable Water Balloons

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries because it contains accessible, small magnets which can be easily swallowed.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users.

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a risk of injuries because it contains accessible, small magnets. Small magnets can easily be swallowed and, when ingested, have the potential to cause serious internal injuries within the gastrointestinal tract.

The product does not meet the regulations of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers are advised to contact TheKiddoSpace via xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) for a full refund or voucher of equal value.

For further information, please see: https://thekiddospacestore.co.uk/pages/reusable-magnetic-water-balloons-product-safety-recall

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2508-0186

Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Ms L Baxter and Ms M Boston v Staffordshire County Council: 2600198/2024 and 2600247/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms L Baxter and Ms M Boston v Staffordshire County Council: 2600198/2024 and 2600247/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/678e5460432c55fe2988f641/Ms_L_Baxter___Ms_M_Boston_v_Staffordshire_County_Council_2600198.2024___26002447.2024_Judgment.pdf).
RFIG30920 - Residence for tax years before 2013-14: particular occupations: aircrew
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-04)


This chapter only applies to tax years up to and including 2012-2013. From 6 April 2013 the Statutory Residence Test (SRT) applies. For guidance on the SRT please see RFIG20000 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/residence-and-fig-regime-manual/rfig20000) onwards.

If the individual is not resident and not ordinarily resident in the UK and duties of the employment are performed in the UK there is liability on the earnings for UK duties (refer to EIM40206 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/employment-income-manual/eim40206) and EIM50045 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/employment-income-manual/eim50045) onwards).
AI Growth Zones
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-13)

AI Growth Zones will unlock investment in AI-enabled data centres and support infrastructure by improving access to power and providing planning support.

The UK government is accelerating efforts to build the infrastructure needed to support AI growth. AI Growth Zones will help drive innovation, create high-skilled jobs, and strengthen the UK’s position as a leader in AI.
Kenya: Call for bids for the provision of stationery products
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-28)

The British High Commission Nairobi is inviting bids for the supply of stationery products.

On behalf of the Secretary of State for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, the British High Commission (BHC) in Nairobi are seeking the services for the provision of stationery products at the British High Commission Nairobi. We are therefore looking for a Supplier that has the relevant professional skills, experience, technical resources and financial capability to provide stationery products.

Full details on the requirements, including instructions for interested bidders and registration are available via the FCDO’s e-Procurement portal, which requires registration. Registering is quick, easy, free and is the only way in which one is able to review the tender documents

Competent and financially stable suppliers are invited to access the invitation to tender documents by following these steps:
- Open the https://fco.bravosolution.co.uk website, register and sign in
- Navigate to provision of stationery products for British High Commission Nairobi
- CPG/12809/2025. ITT 7242. Project 12809
Contact the Regional Procurement Admin: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) for any queries. Kindly note that the responses are required to be in English.

Deadlines

Please note that the invitation to tender documents should be completed and uploaded on the BRAVOSolution (https://fcdo.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html) e-Procurement Portal by 16:00 SAST on 04 September 2025.

Disclaimer

The BHC will not meet any expenses incurred in preparing your Invitation to tender documents.
Reappointment of the Ministry of Justice Lead Non-Executive Director
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-17)

The Lord Chancellor has approved the reappointment of Mark Rawlinson as the Ministry of Justice Lead Non-Executive Director.

The Lord Chancellor has approved the reappointment of Mark Rawlinson as the Ministry of Justice Lead Non-Executive Director for 12 months from 4 March 2025 to 3 March 2026.

The Lead Non-Executive Director is a senior figure from outside the department who brings expertise and skills from outside of the department. They:
- support the Secretary of State in their role as Chair of the Board
- give guidance and advice to MOJ leaders and ministers
- support and challenge management on the department’s strategic direction
- provide support in monitoring and reviewing progress
The appointment of the Lead Non-Executive Director is regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments and the reappointment process complies with the Cabinet Office Governance Code on Public Appointments.

Biography

Mark Rawlinson was first appointed Ministry of Justice Lead Non-Executive Board Member on 4 June 2018.

Mark has over 30 years of commercial experience as an adviser - from 2016 to 2021 as Chairman of UK Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley and prior to that as a corporate partner for 25 years at international law firm, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
COM110132 - Pursuit: automatic and clerical pursuit: functions: foreign address cases, clerical pursuit
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)


The table below tells you the function or functions to use in particular situations.

For details of how to access any of the COTAX functions select 'Index Of Functions' on the left of the screen.

On accessing the function, system Help is available to you at function, screen, field and error message levels.

Situation

Function

To transfer collection responsibility of the case to Enforcement & Insolvency Service

TRCA (Transfer Case)

To view general taxpayer detail

VTPR (View Taxpayer)
Estate agents: appeal against a ban or warning order
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-31)

How to appeal to an independent tribunal if you are banned from being an estate agent, or receive a warning order.

What you can appeal against

You can appeal to the tribunal if:
- you are banned from being an estate agent, for example if you’re convicted of fraud
- you receive a warning order, for example for not meeting your legal duties
Your case will be dealt with by a tribunal in the General Regulatory Chamber.

The tribunal is independent of the government, and will listen to both sides of the argument before it reaches a decision.

If you or your representative is outside the UK and wants to give live video or audio evidence, contact the tribunal (https://www.gov.uk/find-court-tribunal) to request it. Tell the tribunal what country you or the representative is in and what type of evidence is being given. You must do this as soon as possible.

Time limits for appealing

You have 28 days to appeal after the regulator sends you its decision.

If you miss the time limit, you can ask for more time to appeal. The tribunal will decide if it can still take your case.

How to appeal

Complete the relevant General Regulatory Chamber (First-tier Tribunal) form (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/general-regulatory-chamber-first-tier-tribunal-forms).

Clearly say why you want to appeal against the decision.

Include any supporting documents, like the regulator’s decision.

Send the form to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) or:

General Regulatory ChamberPO Box 11230LeicesterLE1 8FQ

Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges)

Tribunal staff can explain how the process works, but they cannot give you legal advice.

What happens next

The tribunal will write to you about the next steps.

Find out more about General Regulatory Chamber hearings and decisions (https://www.gov.uk/general-regulatory-chamber-tribunal-hearings-and-decisions).

Legislation and rules

You have the right to appeal to the tribunal under the Estate Agents Act 1979. (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1979/38/contents)

You can read detailed rules on how your appeal will be handled in the General Regulatory Chamber procedure rules (http://www.gov.uk/government/publications/general-regulatory-chamber-tribunal-procedure-rules).

Previous decisions

Read decisions on previous estate agent appeals. (http://estateagentappeals.decisions.tribunals.gov.uk/)
General product safety regulations: Northern Ireland
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)

Guidance for businesses on Regulation 2023/988.

From 13 December 2024, there were changes to the general product safety rules in Northern Ireland (NI). Many UK businesses that sell goods in NI were already going further than the new requirements and are therefore likely to have sufficient arrangements in place to remain compliant.

The factsheet above provides:
- a summary of the new general product safety rules
- a quick way to check the obligations of your business
- case studies of how businesses may need to respond
It is supported by the detailed guidance on the changes.

Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on General Product Safety superseded the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 in NI on 13 December 2024.

This guidance is for businesses placing products on the market in NI. It will assist your understanding of the regulations and includes obligations for manufacturers and their authorised representatives, importers, distributors, fulfilment service providers and the providers of online marketplaces.

The regulations require all consumer products within scope to be safe and applies whether they are new, used, repaired or reconditioned. Assessment of whether a product is safe includes considering aspects of it such as its characteristics, design, technical features, composition, packaging, instructions for assembly and installation, use and maintenance.

The General Product Safety Regulations 2005 continue to apply in Great Britain.

Read guidance on the general product safety regulations: Great Britain (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/general-product-safety-regulations-2005)
South Western Railway
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 South Western Railway 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 South Western Railway 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
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

10 days paid reserves leave Reserve recruitment events Mentor scheme Cadets insight days

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: Stage Lights (2509-0319)
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-10)

Product Safety Report for Stage Lights presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Stage Lights

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of fire as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance, and the plug has insufficient filler.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the mains supply cord has excessive resistance, and the plug has insufficient filler. The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding. Improvements are also required to product labelling and marking.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2509-0319

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards