theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Environmental Improvement Plan: annual progress report 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

Setting out the progress made in 2024 to 2025 towards the goals set in the 2023 Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP23).

This report sets out the progress made in 2024 to 2025 towards the goals in the Environmental Improvement Plan 2023 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/environmental-improvement-plan) (EIP23).

The annex provides more information on the challenges and processes involved in monitoring legally binding Environment Act targets.

Alongside the annual progress report, the Outcome Indicator Framework data dashboard (https://oifdata.defra.gov.uk/) shows how the environment is changing in relation to the 10 goals of the 25 Year Environment Plan.
J Browne v STR 48 Ltd (in voluntary liquidation) and Antipodea: 2304295/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in J Browne v STR 48 Ltd (in voluntary liquidation) and Antipodea: 2304295/2022 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a84d7cbceafd8d0d96a0ff/Mr_J_Browne_v_STR_48_Ltd__in_voluntary_liquidation__2304295-2022_-_SO.pdf).
Mrs C Reynolds v Ashby’s Elland Ltd: 1800925/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs C Reynolds v Ashby’s Elland Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687a411b312ee8a5f0806b8d/Mrs_C_Reynolds_v_Ashby_s_Elland_Limited_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).
Bronze Building, 18 Buckhold Road, London SW18 4RG: LON/00BJ/LAM/2024/0023
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-30)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge P Korn and Mr M Cairns on 1 May 2025

Read the full decision in Bronze Building, 18 Buckhold Road, London SW18 4RG: LON/00BJ/LAM/2024/0023 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68529150235ba1380b6aa665/FTT_-_Bronze_Building_18_Buckhold_Road_London_SW18_4RG_-_Decision_on_an_application_for_Appointment_of_Manager__01.05.25_.pdf)
May 2025 Catch Limit Review
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-22)

There are no catch limit changes proposed for May.

Notification

All vessels:

There are no catch limit changes proposed for May. Since the last catch limit review, we have changed the following catch limits due to requests from industry:

Overview of Catch limit Changes

Under-10 meter vessels

If you have any concerns or suggested changes, please contact us using the details below:

Katie James: xx-xxxx-xxxx

Jacob Bestwick: xx-xxxx-xxxx

xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
L Walsh v Whitbread Group plc: 6016911/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in L Walsh v Whitbread Group plc: 6016911/2025 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/692eda689c1eda2cdf03440f/Lorraine_Walsh_v_Whitbread_Group_Plc_-_6016911_2025_-_Judgment.pdf).
Whiplash reforms post-implementation review
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-29)

Seeking views and evidence on the Whiplash Reform Programme to inform the upcoming post-implementation review.

This Call for Evidence seeks to gather expert opinion, data and evidence on the impact and effectiveness of the Whiplash Reform Programme to inform the post-implementation review.

The review will assess the measures introduced in Part 1 of the Civil Liability Act 2018. This includes the statutory definition of a whiplash injury, the fixed tariff of damages for whiplash injuries where the duration of the injury (or injuries) does not exceed two years, and the ban on seeking or offering to settle a whiplash claim without medical evidence.

Responses to this Call for Evidence will provide vital insight into the impact of the Whiplash Reform Programme on claimant choice, proportionate compensation for whiplash claims, and the number and cost of these claims. The input and evidence gathered will be considered alongside data provided by operational partners and other government departments.
MOD diversity dashboard: index
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

Statistics on the diversity declaration and representation of minority groups of civil servants employed by the Ministry of Defence.

Service personnel statistics are no longer published in this report. These statistics can be found in UK armed forces biannual diversity statistics (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/uk-armed-forces-biannual-diversity-statistics-index).

References to ‘MOD civilians’ and ‘civilian personnel’ have been replaced with ‘civil servants’ in the title of this page, and from the April 2025 edition of this publication, to align with updated terminology. The terminology in editions before April 2025 will stay the same.

Related information
- Statistics at MOD (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence/about/statistics)
- Upcoming release dates for this statistic (https://www.gov.uk/search/research-and-statistics?keywords=dashboard&content_store_document_type=upcoming_statistics&organisations%5B%5D=ministry-of-defence&order=relevance)
Mr P McKean v Glasgow City Council: 4100439/2019
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-02)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr P McKean v Glasgow City Council: 4100439/2019 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682c55285ba51be7c0f452e4/Mr_P_McKean_v_Glasgow_City_Council_-_4100439.2019_-_Judgment.pdf).
Miss C Lenton v Bridge Street Coffee Ltd: 6005628/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss C Lenton v Bridge Street Coffee Ltd: 6005628/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a0bc774731769befb0478e/Miss_C_Lenton_v_Bridge_Street_Coffee_Limited_-_6005628_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Miss C Guinee v PGMBM Law Ltd: 2216370/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss C Guinee v PGMBM Law Ltd: 2216370/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d7f02e752bf117d6c15e42/Miss_C_Guinee_v_PGMBM_Law_Ltd_-_2216370-2023.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss C Guinee v PGMBM Law Ltd: 2216370/2023 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68303ee27fb7a7d9cd77525d/Miss_C_Guinee_v_PGMBM_Law_Ltd_-_2216370-2023_-_Reasons.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss C Guinee v PGMBM Law Ltd: 2216370/2023 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686f873f10d550c668de3d80/Miss_C_Guinee_v_PGMBM_Law_Ltd_-_2216370-2023_-_Reconsideration.pdf).
HMS Richmond visits Philippines to increase defence cooperation and boost trade
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-17)

HMS Richmond visits Manila, cementing defence ties in the region.

Joint UK-Philippine naval activity set to increase, including new maritime awareness capacity building.

Cutting edge UK defence innovation on show, boosting trade opportunities and driving UK jobs and growth, delivering on the Government’s Plan for Change.

British Type 23 frigate HMS Richmond made a port visit to Manila this week as part of the Carrier Strike Group’s eight-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

The visit reinforces the UK’s commitment to maintain a constant presence in the region, bolster Indo-Pacific security, and deepen trade relationships.

The Strategic Defence Review, published this year, highlighted that the UK must be able to pursue and protect the UK’s interests in the Indo-Pacific to protect our national security, the foundation of this Government’s Plan for Change. This is backed by the Government’s historic increase of defence spending to 2.6% of GDP by 2027.

Defence Minister Lord Coaker visited Manila and HMS Richmond, where he emphasised that the security of the Euro-Atlantic and the Indo-Pacific is indivisible and that the new era of threat demands a new era for Defence.

UK Defence Minister, Lord Vernon Coaker said:

The UK’s relationship with the Philippines is strong and continues to flourish. Together we can help shape a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

The deployment of the UK Carrier Strike Group to the Indo-Pacific reflects the importance of the region to UK security and prosperity.

It has been a privilege to see cutting-edge defence innovation from both the UK and the Philippines. Together, we will enhance our defence cooperation, boost jobs and trade, and make defence an engine for growth in the UK.

Looking to expand defence cooperation with the Philippines, Lord Coaker presented a letter of approval from Defence Secretary, John Healey MP, to begin discussion over a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA).

This agreement would represent a significant milestone in the UK-Philippine defence relationship and lead to a wide range of new defence activity between the two nations, including increased joint naval activity and military exercises.

Later this year, the UK will join Exercise SAMA SAMA for the fourth time, sending experts to capacity-building efforts.

The Philippines are also a key regional trade partner, and Lord Coaker promoted cutting-edge British defence innovation during an industry day on board HMS Richmond, supporting potential exports for UK businesses, showing defence to be an engine for growth in the UK.

The UK Carrier Strike Group, with around 4,000 military personnel involved during its deployment, is engaging with 30 countries through exercises, operations, and visits across the Mediterranean, Middle East, South-East Asia, Japan, and Australia. It’s eight-month deployment is making Britain secure at home and strong abroad.
Cumbria Constabulary
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 Cumbria Constabulary 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 Cumbria Constabulary 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.
Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)

This paper examines the evolving political economy of the Russo-Ukrainian war.

Abstract

The author argues that despite its asymmetric nature, the conflict has become more balanced due to Ukraine’s institutional resilience and consistent financial support from allies.

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

Citation

Cooper L. ‘Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces’ (PeaceRep Report), PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh, 2025

Links

Russo-Ukrainian war: the political economy of the present balance of forces (http://dx.doi.org/10.7488/era/5891)
EYC Global
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 EYC Global 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 EYC Global recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:

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

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Wheely
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 Wheely 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 Wheely 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
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.
Aston Stone
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 Aston Stone 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 Aston Stone 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 Cadets
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.
SolarWinds
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 SolarWinds 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 SolarWinds 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
- 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.
Bridges Medical Practice
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 Bridges Medical Practice 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 Bridges Medical Practice 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
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Working for British High Commission St George's
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)


General information

Working at the British High Commission offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while collaborating with a talented group of individuals.

We occasionally have employment opportunities that may appeal to a wide range of qualified candidates of any nationality, with experience and an interest in our work.

This either requires the individual to be a citizen, have permanent residence, or to be in possession of a valid work permit. Past opportunities have included roles in administrative areas, trade and investment, and consular services.

Current work opportunities

If you are interested in a job opportunity at the British High Commission in St George’s please visit the FCDO Local Staff vacancies website (https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-7810a1ba3247/candidate).

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
Product Recall: Marks and Spencer PLC Children's Fisherman's Coats for 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months (2503-0117)
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-08)

Product Recall for Marks and Spencer Children's Fisherman's Coats presenting a risk of suffocation.

Summary

Product: Marks and Spencer PLC Children’s Fisherman’s Coats for 0-3 Months and 3-6 Months

Hazard: The product presents a risk of suffocation as it is intended for babies under 6 months and includes a hood.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a risk of suffocation because it includes a hood and is available in sizes suitable for babies (aged 0-3 months and 3-6 months). If a baby is placed inside a hooded product and left unattended, the baby’s natural movement may cause the hood to cover the head and face. This may lead to suffocation.

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

Corrective action

The products in sizes 0-3 months, and 3-6 months have been recalled from end users. Consumers in possession of the products should stop using them immediately and return them to their nearest Marks and Spencer store for a full refund. Should you have any queries, please call Marks and Spencer customer services on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

For further information, please visit the Marks and Spencer recall page at the following link: https://www.marksandspencer.com/c/help-and-support/product-recalls

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2503-0117

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
D Lewis v Cardiff Council: 6010813/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-22)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in D Lewis v Cardiff Council: 6010813/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6825cff6b2527e8de9b014cc/6010813.2024_Daniel_Lewis_v_Cardiff_Council_Judgment.pdf).
Boiler Upgrade Scheme Regulations: approved standards, grant categories and grant levels
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-28)

Lists of standards, grant categories and grant levels that have been approved for the scheme.

These documents list:
- the standards the Secretary of State has approved for the purposes of Regulation 4 of ‘The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (England and Wales) Regulations 2022 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukdsi/2022/9780348232349/contents)’
- the grant categories and grant levels the Secretary of State has approved for the purposes of Regulation 13 of ‘The Boiler Upgrade Scheme Regulations 2022 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2024/524/regulation/22/made)’
Large language models (LLMs) solve wargaming challenge
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-09)

Dstl and Frazer-Nash demonstrate how large language models (LLMs) could solve the challenge of getting through large amounts of wargaming data.

The huge volume of outputs wargaming generates can often be unfathomable, even for the most experienced data processing team.

The Defence, Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and Frazer-Nash have produced detailed research demonstrating how large language models (LLMs) could be applied to this challenge.

The LLMs could help turn complex wargaming output data into easy to use, secure information that improves the scenario interrogation and analysis – simultaneously reducing the burden on the operator.

What LLMs can do

LLMs can:
- summarise complex data through their text processing and generating capabilities
- analyse and assess large data sets from a variety of sources faster than any manual approach (perfect for Command: Modern Operations (CMO) - a wargaming simulation platform that produces large volumes of complex data on completion of a given scenario)
- provide more privacy and data control compared with online counterparts such as Chat GPT
More on the research

The 6-month Dstl funded research scrutinised whether a LLM could be used reliably and securely to interrogate the output of a CMO scenario - for example, a complex multi-domain engagement involving sea, air and land units. It helped the analyst understand the result of a battlefield scenario and the key factors that drove it much more easily.

The research considered multiple technologies. This included combining Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) with a local LLM. RAG is a technique that improves the quality of LLM-generated responses, allowing use-case specific data in everyday formats such as PDF, CSV or XML so it can be easily included in the context for an LLM response.

A set of possible use cases were provided and tested across 2 phases during the 6-month research, and a robust framework tool was created for quantifying the accuracy and reliability of the LLM-generated information.

Results

The research showed that LLMs can helpfully interrogate and disseminate output information of complex wargaming scenarios, if used in the right way.

The techniques can be developed flexibly around changing components. For instance, data types, tools, methodologies and evaluation metrics. This new approach can then evolve with ever-changing demands and challenges.

Published research

Access more of Dstl’s published research (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/access-dstls-published-research).

AI and data science: defence science and technology capability

Find out more about Dstl’s AI, data science and machine learning (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ai-and-data-science-defence-science-and-technology-capability).
50 Nouveau House, 34 Fyfield Road EN1 3FS  : LON/00AK/MNR/2025/0795
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge (Ian B Holdsworth FRICS
RICS Registered Valuer on Date 12 September 2025

Read the full decision in 50 Nouveau House, 34 Fyfield Road EN1 3FS : LON/00AK/MNR/2025/0795 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c7da6353f33f9d46e2067e/250912_-50_Nouveau_House_34_Fyfield_Road_EN1_3FS_Determination.pdf). Read the summary reasons in 50 Nouveau House, 34 Fyfield Road EN1 3FS : LON/00AK/MNR/2025/0795 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c7da729798bfbb19e20681/250915-_Final_50_Nouveau_House_34_Fyfield_Road_EN1_3FS_SR.pdf)
Ms M Ramage v Perduco Law Ltd and Lawyer UP Group (UK) LLP: 6013654/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms M Ramage v Perduco Law Ltd and Lawyer UP Group (UK) LLP: 6013654/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69283ea5a245b0985f0341be/Ms_M_Ramage_v_1._Perduco_Law_Limited_2._Lawyer_UP_Group__UK__LLP_-_6013654-2024.pdf).
Low Carbon Hydrogen Supply 2 competition: successful projects
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-04)

The Low Carbon Hydrogen Supply Competition aimed to provide funding for projects that could help develop a wide range of innovative low-carbon hydrogen supply solutions.

The aim of the Low Carbon Hydrogen Supply 2 Competition was to identify, support and then develop credible innovative hydrogen supply or enabling technologies to bring about a step change in their development.

See the original competition page:
- Low Carbon Hydrogen Supply 2 competition (closed) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/low-carbon-hydrogen-supply-2-competition)
Mrs M Griffiths v 1) Scarista Ltd 2) KKR Private Credit Opportunities Partners LP 3) Alcentra Ltd: [2025] EAT 36
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-19)

Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Keith on 13 March 2025.

Read the full judgment in Mrs M Griffiths v 1) Scarista Ltd 2) KKR Private Credit Opportunities Partners LP 3) Alcentra Ltd: [2025] EAT 36 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67daa8c891e6e04923028404/Mrs_M_Griffiths_v__1__Scarista_Ltd__2__KKR_Private_Credit_Opportunities_Partners_LP__3__Alcentra_Ltd__2025__EAT_36.pdf).
Independent schools: making a material change
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

Request a material change to an independent school (also known as a private school) registered with the Department for Education.

This guidance is for proprietors and proposed proprietors of independent schools.

It applies to all independent schools (https://www.gov.uk/types-of-school/private-schools), including independent:
- special schools
- residential special schools
- boarding schools
The register of independent schools on Get Information about Schools (https://www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Search?SelectedTab=Establishments) contains information about independent schools.

Independent schools must get prior approval from the Secretary of State for Education to change their registered details. Independent schools must request a material change to the following registered details:
- proprietor
- school address
- age range of pupils
- school capacity
- gender of entry
- boarding provision
- special educational needs admissions
To request a material change, email your application and relevant documentation to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx). This is set out in ‘Independent schools: applying for a material change’.

To request a change of proprietor, complete ‘Independent schools: change of proprietor application form’ and email it to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx). Read ‘Independent schools: change of proprietor guidance’ before completing the form.

Academies and free schools

The guidance does not apply to academies or free schools. They should read Academies: making significant changes or closure (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/making-significant-changes-to-an-existing-academy).
The United Kingdom remains concerned by the deterioration in the political situation in South Sudan: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-11)

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on South Sudan.

I will make three points.

First, the United Kingdom remains concerned by the deterioration in the political situation in South Sudan, described in the Secretary-General’s report. Violations of the Revitalized Agreement, exclusionary reshuffles, and the systematic sidelining of opposition voices, undermine the peace process.

We call on the transitional Government of South Sudan to urgently recommit to inclusive political dialogue and to restore civic space. The ongoing detention and trial of First Vice President Machar represents a serious risk to South Sudan’s fragile peace process. Progress on election preparations should accelerate, with meaningful participation from all stakeholders.

Second, the volatile security situation, including clashes between the two largest parties to the peace agreement, continues to threaten civilians and undermine humanitarian operations. This is happening at a time when the humanitarian crisis is worsening.

Flooding since late May, has displaced hundreds of thousands and worsened food insecurity, leaving over 7.5 million people struggling to access adequate food. Cholera and the influx of refugees and returnees from Sudan have further strained resources. While reconciliation efforts have reduced intra-communal violence in some areas, cross-border and cattle-related conflicts persist.

The United Kingdom urges all parties to return immediately to the nationwide ceasefire. We further call on the transitional Government of South Sudan to remove bureaucratic barriers and allow safe, timely humanitarian access to all areas of South Sudan.

Third, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, UNMISS, plays a vital role in protecting civilians, supporting reconciliation, and promoting human rights. It is critical that UNMISS is able to implement its mandate without impediment. It is deeply regrettable that the mission continues to face violations of the Status of Forces Agreement.

The United Kingdom urgently calls on the transitional Government of South Sudan to cooperate fully and unequivocally with the mission, including unrestricted access and operational freedom.
Mr D Coppinger and Mr J McInerney v  P.J. Carey (Contractors) Ltd: 2225272/2024 and 2225274/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D Coppinger and Mr J McInerney v P.J. Carey (Contractors) Ltd: 2225272/2024 and 2225274/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68516a0fd6806a88ce045492/Mr_D_Coppinger_and_Mr_J_McInerney_-_2225272-2024___2225274-2024.pdf).
Ms D Anderson v North Lanarkshire Council: 4102642/2017
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms D Anderson v North Lanarkshire Council: 4102642/2017 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682c2b58256994af4172ac16/Ms_D_Anderson_v_North_Lanarkshire_Council_-_4102642_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mr A B Soares v Primark Stores Ltd: 3302738/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A B Soares v Primark Stores Ltd: 3302738/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68124773c47c2060a91216e8/Mr_A_B_Soares_v_Primark_Stores_Ltd_3302738-2024_Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr A B Soares v Primark Stores Ltd: 3302738/2024 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68498fa2a970ac461a23d22b/Mr_A_B_Soares_v_Primark_Stores_Ltd_3302738_2024_Reasons.pdf).
M Clark v Pro Grab Hire Ltd: 6013637/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-30)

Employment Tribunal decision

Read the full decision in M Clark v Pro Grab Hire Ltd: 6013637/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68da9303ef1c2f72bc1e4b9a/Michael_Clark_v_PRO_GRAB_HIRE_LTD_6013637.2025.pdf).
UK international sea passengers: June 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)

Monthly statistics on UK international and domestic sea passengers.

Our statistical practice is regulated by the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR). OSR sets the standards of trustworthiness, quality and value in the Code of Practice for Statistics that all producers of official statistics should adhere to. You are welcome to contact us directly by emailing us (#contact) with any comments about how we meet these standards.

Monthly statistics on the number of sea passengers arriving to and departing from UK sea ports.

Information included in SPAS0107 (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistical-data-sets/sea-passenger-statistics-spas#all-uk-international-short-sea-long-sea-and-cruise-passengers):
- SPAS0107_All contains a table with monthly figures including all passengers arriving and departing
- SPAS0107_Arrivals contains a table with the monthly figures of all passengers arriving
- SPAS0107_Departures contains a table with the monthly figures of all passengers departing
Contact us

Sea passenger statistics

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Home Building Fund — Sky-House Co
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-09)

A development loan from Homes England helped newly-established housebuilder Sky-House Co to grow its business

In 2017, Sky-House was a newly established, Yorkshire-based developer with a vision to create high-quality, urban ‘back-to-back’ housing for the 21st century, complete with balconies, rooftop garden spaces and shared pocket parks. Specifically, it had plans for a new, 44-home community, Waverley, located on a brownfield site, a former colliery, near Sheffield.

As a new developer the company struggled to secure the finance from the private sector that it needed to bring forward this concept. But Homes England was attracted to the strong place-making ethos of the scheme, its aim to reduce carbon output, and the targeted ownership group of first-time buyers and lower income families and provided £3.2m in development finance.

The completed scheme was an undeniable success. Sales demand exceeded expectations, and it was well received by the design and development community, with several award nominations.

Importantly, Homes England was able to help Sky-House to utilise the equity and profit released from Waverley to fund the land acquisition of Oughtibridge Mill. Alongside this, it provided £3.7m of additional development funding.

The scheme, comprising 40 eco-friendly homes with riverside balconies, private roof gardens and woodland views, is adjacent to a new development by David Wilson homes. The development has already secured two award wins.

David Cross, Managing Director of Sky House, said:

It is no understatement to say that without Homes England’s support we wouldn’t have been able to start even our first development.

From Waverley Phase 1 to Oughtibridge Mill, we will complete 84 homes alongside commercial space, and we now have close to 400 homes and commercial space on the drawing board and a secure pipeline of funding and sites for the next 3 to 5 years.

By accessing Homes England’s support, we have shifted from developer to housebuilder and now, more importantly, to place maker with close to 40 full and part time staff across the business alongside a growing cabinet of awards. All the team at Homes England have been amazing and we cannot thank them enough- all we can do is keep delivering great homes.

More information about the Home Building Fund can be found on our Home Building Fund — development finance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/levelling-up-home-building-fund-development-finance) page, or you can get in touch with one of our regional specialists. You can:
- Call xx-xxxx-xxxx
- Email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
- Enquire about the Home Building Fund online (https://partners.homesengland.org.uk/Bids/Enquiries/InitialEnquiryPage1?init=true)
5 Street Cottages, Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7SF :  MAN/00CF/F77/2023/0059
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-18)

Northern Region Judge Tonge and Tribunal Member Mrs Kendall sitting on 8 November 2023

Read the full decision in 5 Street Cottages, Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7SF : MAN/00CF/F77/2023/0059 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/684f262419e3b84158cba376/5_Street_Cottages__Wentworth__Rotherham.pdf)
Waiting times for suspected and diagnosed cancer patients for July 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-11)

Information on the waiting times of people referred with suspected cancer or breast symptoms and subsequently told the outcome of their diagnosis, and treated for cancer by the NHS in England.

These reports present the validated results of the monitoring of waiting times for cancer services in England and the information for each organisation on the numbers of patients who are told they have cancer, or cancer is definitively excluded within 28 days from an urgent referral are included, broken down by route & by suspected cancer or breast symptomatic; on the numbers of patients with cancer who started first or subsequent treatment of cancer within and above 31 days from a decision to treat/earliest clinically appropriate date are included, broken down by treatment stage and modality; on the numbers of patients with cancer who started first definitive treatment for cancer within and above 62 days from an Urgent Suspected Cancer or Breast Symptomatic Referral, or Urgent Screening Referral, or Consultant Upgrade are included for each organisation, broken down by source of referral; on the numbers of patients with cancer who seen at a first outpatient attendance from an Urgent Suspected Cancer Referrals are included on the numbers of patients with cancer who seen at a first outpatient attendance from an Urgent Breast Symptomatic Referrals.

Official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.