theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Acis Group Limited
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-15)

The Regulator of Social Housing's view of how well Acis Group Limited is meeting regulatory standards.

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

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

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

You can also create a PDF of a judgement using the ‘print this page’ button on the left side.
Acton House, Scoresby Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD1 5EN : MAN/00CX/LDC/2024/0047
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-24)

Northern Region Judge H Khan and Tribunal Member Ms Jacobs sitting on 28 April 2025

Read the full decision in Acton House, Scoresby Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD1 5EN : MAN/00CX/LDC/2024/0047 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6822c7e8c66deec8488f7f78/Acton_House_Scoresby_Street_Bradford_West_Yorkshire_BD1_5EN.pdf)
Dichloromethane: general information and incident management
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

Information about dichloromethane for use in responding to chemical incidents.

These documents provide information on the health effects of exposure, the chemical’s toxicity and material for responding to a chemical incident.

Dichloromethane is also known as methylene chloride and DCM.

Feedback survey

Help us improve the Compendium of Chemical Hazards by taking our short survey.

Start now (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=mRRO7jVKLkutR188-d6GZg6d2bXEicBDucWgh_RXu3BURUlaWjBGUklNU0Q1NkdDVkwxM0YyM1dCTC4u&wdLOR=c1C32D18D-8781-417B-BE28-3E8C4C7B8FFE)
Appeals: how long they take
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

Latest average timescales for planning, enforcement and householder appeals.

Cases decided in September 2025 – Summary

S78 & Householder appeals

Enforcement appeals

Includes s174 enforcement appeals, s39 enforcement listed building appeals and lawful development certificate appeals

Mean Average - The total time taken divided by the number of cases. Also referred to as the ‘average’. A measure of how long each case would take, if the total time taken was spread evenly across all cases.

Median - The middle value, if the times are sorted. This means that half the cases take less then this time; and half the cases take more.

Decisions – number of decisions made.

Please note that the times given here are measured from the time an appeal which we are able to progress (‘valid’) to the time a decision is issued.

The smaller the number of decisions, the less helpful the mean and median are as measures for summarising performance. Particular care should be taken when there are fewer than twenty decisions. These are represented with an * in the table, but have been provided for completeness and transparency.

Each of the measures give a slightly different view of the average time taken to make a decision, both are provided because neither gives a perfect indication of the average. The mean is potentially affected by a small number of cases taking a long time – and this gives an over-estimate. The median is less affected by these few longer cases so may give a more helpful indication of the average.

The mean was published previously so we are publishing it to allow users to compare current with previous data.

In making use of the data provided, users are reminded that some decisions made in the latest month were on cases submitted a years or more before – as such, while they are the most recent snapshot available, they should not be relied on to give a reliable indication of what will happen to a case submitted recently or in the future.

We are reviewing our published information in order to make it more useful and accessible to users – please get in touch with us at xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) if you have suggestions on how we could improve the information we provide to you.
11 Mellish Flats, Lea Bridge Road, London, E10 7HY - LON/00BH/HNA/2024/0618.
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Nicol and Tribunal Member Fonka on 11th September 2025.

Read the full decision in 11 Mellish Flats Decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c3dfcfd65a1a2a5172aa4c/25.09.11_-_Decision.pdf). Read the full Rule 13 decision in 11 Mellish Flats rule 13 costs decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/691dd75de39a085bda43efb7/11_Mellish_Flats_Rule_13_costs_decision.pdf).
Somalia: country policy and information notes
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-28)

Guidance used by UK Visas and Immigration to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications.

Country policy and information notes (previously known as country information and guidance reports) are used by UK Visas and Immigration officials to make decisions in asylum and human rights applications.

The notes also give information on asylum seekers’ countries of origin.
Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and others: 2361118/2013
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-13)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and Ms R George 2361118/2013 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/58a30ed5ed915d7f10000018/Ms_K_Puthenveetil_v_Mr_S_Alexander_and_Ms_R_George_2361118-2013.pdf).

Read the full decision Ms P Puthenveettil v Mr S Alexander and Mrs RJ George 2361118/2013 Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/591d6b75ed915d20fb000044/Ms_P_Puthenveettil_v_Mr_S_Alexander_and_Mrs_RJ_George_2361118-13_Reconsideration.pdf)

Read the full decision in Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and Others: 2361118/2013 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5fe1ef4dd3bf7f089a7919b1/Ms_K_P_K_Puthenveettil_v__1__Mr_S_Alexander__2__Ms_R_George__3__Secretary_of_State_for_Business__Energy_and_Industrial_Strategy_2361118-2013.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and others: 2361118/2013 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6632331d69098ded31fca7b5/Ms_K_P_K_Puthenveettil_v__1__Mr_S_A_Thukalil__2__Ms_R_G_Thukalil__3__Secretary_of_State_for_Business_and_Trade_2361118-2013.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and others: 2361118/2013 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66b0993ba3c2a28abb50dc9f/Ms_K_P_K_Puthenveettil_v__1__Mr_S_A_Thukalil__2__Ms_R_G_Thukalil__3__Secretary_of_State_for_Business_2361118-2013.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms K Puthenveetil v Mr S Alexander and others: 2361118/2013 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6821d88853add7d476d818cf/Ms_Kamalammal_Poonnamamamnal_Kattuvila_Puthenveettil_v__1__Mr_Santosh_Alexander_Thukalil__2__Ms_Riya_George_Thukalil_2361118-2013_Judgment.pdf).
Mr A Miles v Start Smart Electrical Ltd: 3302892/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Miles v Start Smart Electrical Ltd: 3302892/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685be6fcc07c71e5a8709806/Mr_A_Miles_-_v_-_1._Start_Smart_ELectrical_Limited___-_3302892-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Abbeyview (GMLS) Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Abbeyview (GMLS) Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Miss S Nocun v The 40 Four Group: 2305702/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss S Nocun v The 40 Four Group: 2305702/2023 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/662bbb356963baceeb2252dc/Miss_S_Nocun_v_The_40_four_Group_2305702-2023_Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss S Nocun v The 40 Four Group: 2305702/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67e2dbcf148bef6fa4cfdb1d/Miss_S_Nocun_v_The_40_Four_Group_2305702-2023.pdf).
Martin Andrew and Fraser Kerr v The Scottish Ministers: [2025] EAT 117
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-08)

Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Lord Colbeck on 08 August 2025.

Read the full judgment in Martin Andrew and Fraser Kerr v The Scottish Ministers: [2025] EAT 117 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6895f6253080e72710b2e2e9/Martin_Andrew_and_Fraser_Kerr_v_The_Scottish_Ministers__2025__EAT_117.pdf).
PM statement following terrorist attack in Manchester: 2 October 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement following a terrorist attack at a synagogue in Manchester.

Good evening. Earlier today, on Yom Kippur – the holiest day for the Jewish community – a vile individual committed a terrorist attack. That attacked Jews because they are Jews, and attacked Britain because of our values. So many Jewish families first came to this country as a place of refuge, fleeing the greatest evil ever inflicted on a people. And Britain welcomed them. Communities, like the one attacked in Manchester, provided safety, but also the security that comes from a promise that this is a country that stands up to hatred. And that we don’t just provide refuge, we provide a home. For so many Jewish families – that is the story of Britain. But Britain is also a country where Jewish buildings, synagogues, and even schools require round-the-clock protection. Where dedicated, specialist, security is necessary because of the daily threat of antisemitic hatred. Today’s horrific incident shows why. And while this is not a new hate, this is something Jews have always lived with, we must be clear – it is a hatred that is rising once again, and Britain must defeat it once again.

On behalf of the nation, I want to offer my condolences to the families and victims affected. I want to thank the Greater Manchester Police, the first responders, and those dedicated security specialists. There is no doubt whatsoever that they have prevented an even greater tragedy, and we thank them for their bravery. But to every Jewish person in this country, I also want to say this: I know how much fear you will be holding inside of you. I really do. And so on behalf of our country, I express my solidarity, but also my sadness that you still have to live with these fears. Nobody should have to do that – nobody. And so I promise you that I will do everything in my power to guarantee you the security you deserve, starting with a more visible police presence, protecting your community. I promise you that over the coming days, you will see the other Britain – the Britain of compassion, of decency, of love. And I promise you that this Britain will come together to wrap our arms around your community and show you that Britain is a place where you and your family are safe, secure and belong. Thank you.
VSWB2000 - General principles
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)


Definition of a sailaway boat

A “sailaway boat” is defined as a vessel which is:
- to be delivered to the purchaser or their authorised skipper within Great Britain, or
- to be delivered to the purchaser or their authorised skipper within Northern Ireland, and
- in the case of Great Britain, to be exported under its own power to a destination outside the VAT territory of the UK
- in the case of Northern Ireland, to be exported under its own power to a destination outside the VAT territory of the UK and the EU.
Although the scheme can be used for vessels that are removed from Great Britain to Northern Ireland special rules apply to ensure that UK VAT is accounted for. See the guidance in VATGBNI for further details.

Both new and second-hand boats may be sold under the scheme.

Who can use the scheme

The scheme can only be used for the private purchase of a boat by overseas visitors. An overseas visitor is a person normally resident outside the UK (and EU in the case of Northern Ireland). The sale of vessels for commercial purposes is not permitted under this scheme.

Time limits for removal

The vessel must be exported within 6 months of the date of delivery - this is normally the date the vessel leaves the supplier’s premises.

Exports/Removals affected by the COVID19 emergency

If an exporter has problems exporting goods within prescribed time-limits, please see the temporary guidance in VEXP30310 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/vat-exports-of-goods-from-the-uk/vexp30310).

Direct exports

If a supplier arranges delivery of a boat, either on a trailer or by using a skipper employed by him the Sailaway Boat Scheme must not be used. The supply of a boat in these circumstances is a direct export and should be treated as set out in VAT Export and Removal of Goods from the UK (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/vat-exports-of-goods-from-the-uk/vexp).

In a direct export, the complete transaction from supply to exportation is under the control of the UK supplier.

Parts and accessories

“Parts and accessories” means items that are normally carried on board boats for repair and maintenance purposes. Notice 744C (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ships-aircraft-and-associated-services-notice-744c)paragraphs 7.4 and 7.5 can be used as a guide to what can be include/excluded.

Spare parts and accessories supplied at the same time as the boat may be treated as part of the supply of the boat even if separately itemised.

In Northern Ireland parts or accessories may also be supplied to the customer under the Retail Export Scheme. Guidance can be found in
- VAT Notice 704 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/retail-export-scheme-northern-ireland) - Retail Exports Scheme (Northern Ireland), and
- VAT Retail Export Scheme in Northern Ireland (VATRESNI) - Personal exports - retail exports.
HMPPS Mental Health Casework Section contact list
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

Names, email address and telephone numbers for the HM Prison and Probation Service Mental Health Casework Section.

Mental Health Casework Section

9th Floor, 1 Ruskin Square,Dingwall Road,Croydon,CR0 2WF

Heads of Mental Health Casework Section: Helen Souter and Kathryn Nichol (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

Emergency out of hours

Call xx-xxxx-xxxx if there is an emergency outside office hours (9:00am to 5pm, Monday-Friday)

Contacting us

As of 3rd December 2018 all work will be allocated across the section, as it arrives. Patients will no longer be assigned a named case manager according to the patient’s surname. Any casework related e-mails (including to a named member of staff) should be sent to: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

For all general casework queries please contact xx-xxxx-xxxx.

To urgently request recall please contact: xx-xxxx-xxxx

These numbers will be covered at all times between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.

If you do experience difficulties with making contact by telephone you may call the Ministry of Justice switchboard: xx-xxxx-xxxx
SeV Consulting Limited
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 SeV Consulting Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
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.
Dame Clare Barclay DBE
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-16)

Dame Clare Barclay DBE is President of Enterprise and Industry EMEA at Microsoft, appointed in November 2024. Prior to this Clare spent 4 years as CEO of Microsoft UK, leading through a period of significant transformation and growth. She is responsible for driving Microsoft’s growth ambitions and driving AI industry innovation across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa. With nearly 3 decades in industry, Clare has held a range of senior leadership roles with experience across all aspects of the business, including partnerships to unlock opportunity across industries and empowering small and medium-sized businesses. She has driven significant transformational change for Microsoft and is passionate about the importance of skills and helping young people thrive in tech careers across industries. Clare was made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the King’s Birthday Honours 2025 for services to Business, Technology, and Leadership.

Dame Clare Barclay DBE is President of Enterprise and Industry EMEA at Microsoft, appointed in November 2024. Prior to this Clare spent 4 years as CEO of Microsoft UK, leading through a period of significant transformation and growth. She is responsible for driving Microsoft’s growth ambitions and driving AI industry innovation across the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.

With nearly 3 decades in industry, Clare has held a range of senior leadership roles with experience across all aspects of the business, including partnerships to unlock opportunity across industries and empowering small and medium-sized businesses. She has driven significant transformational change for Microsoft and is passionate about the importance of skills and helping young people thrive in tech careers across industries.

Clare was made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the King’s Birthday Honours 2025 for services to Business, Technology, and Leadership.
Civil servants get one-stop access to digital skills learning
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

Government Skills’ curriculum of recommended learning now offers easy access to an expanded range of digital, data and innovation learning.

Civil servants can now get easy access to more free digital learning as part of a drive to boost productivity and agility.

Government Skills’ curriculum of recommended learning now has an expanded range of digital, data and innovation learning (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/digital-and-data-learning) that has been specifically curated for civil servants. More tools and learning will be added to the curriculum over time.

The new offering is the first step in delivering on the PM’s pledge last month to give all civil servants better opportunities to develop skills in priority areas such as digital.

Easy access to digital skills learning

“It’s the first time we’ve been able to give civil servants such easy access to digital skills learning,” said Martin Petto, deputy director, Government Skills.

“If staff need help with anything, from understanding AI to simple tips to boost their productivity, such as how to set up an Excel document, this is where they’ll be able to go for help.

“It also signposts civil servants to more specialist digital and data learning.”

New digital resources

The expanded curriculum comprises access to the Microsoft 365 Public Sector Training and Resources Hub which provides resources to help civil servants upskil quickly in a way that meets the needs of their role role or job task.

Existing learning

The curriculum already included:

A wide range of free AI courses, including AI Fundamentals.

Masterclasses on data and innovation, developed as part of One Big Thing.

The Digital Excellence Programme for senior leaders.

Martin added: “We want to make things easier for staff by bringing our comprehensive Civil Service-wide digital learning offer into a single online place where they can be confident the learning is quality-assured and relevant to their needs. And we will continue to build this offer.”

Access digital, data and innovation resources for civil servants. (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/digital-and-data-learning)
Boundary agreements and determined boundaries (PG40s4)
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-22)

This supplement deals with boundary agreements and determined boundaries; in particular explaining what they are and when they may be appropriate (practice guide 40, supplement 4).

This supplement deals with:
- (i) boundary agreements, explaining what they are, when they might be used and how they can be recorded in the register; and
- (ii) determined boundaries, explaining what they are and how a boundary is determined
We provide only factual information and impartial advice about our procedures. Read more about the advice we give (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hm-land-registry-service-standards/our-service-standards#advice).

Webinars

You can join our free webinars (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hm-land-registry-webinars) for advice on a range of land registration topics and how to prepare quality applications.
Counter collections
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-06)

This guidance tells HM Passport Office public counter staff how to deal with customers collecting their passports and documents from the counter.

This guidance tells His Majesty’s Passport Office public counter examiners how to deal with customers who collect their passports or documents from the counter.

This guidance applies to:
- premium service applications
- Digital Fast Track (DFT) applications, where the new passport is printed in local print rooms because the customer wants to collect their passport
- urgent government business or compassionate (U&C) applications
Extension of appointment to Independent Reporting Commission
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-10)

Secretary of State for Northern Ireland announces the extension of appointment to Independent Reporting Commission

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, The Rt. Hon. Hilary Benn MP has announced the extension of the appointment of Mitchell B. Reiss as the UK Commissioner to the Independent Reporting Commission from 1 April 2025 to 30 September 2026.

The Northern Ireland Executive nominees, Monica McWilliams and John McBurney have also been extended and the Irish Government has extended the appointment of Tim O’Connor for the same period.

Background

The Independent Reporting Commission was established following the Fresh Start Agreement in 2015 by an international treaty between the UK Government and the Government of Ireland.

Its key functions are to report on progress towards ending paramilitary activity and on the implementation of the relevant measures of the UK Government, the Government of Ireland and the Northern Ireland Executive.

The IRC continues to play an important role in reporting on progress towards ending paramilitarism in Northern Ireland and the independent perspective offered by the Commission provides a significant contribution in scrutinising and shaping that effort.

Further information on the work of the Commission can be found at: https://www.ircommission.org/

Terms of appointment

The UK Commissioner position attracts a remuneration of £22,750 per annum and is not pensionable. The Northern Ireland Executive nominees receive a similar remuneration package.

The Irish Government is responsible for setting the terms for its nominee.

Political Activity

All appointments are made on merit and political activity plays no part in the selection process. However, in accordance with the original Nolan recommendations, there is a requirement for appointees’ political activity in defined categories within the last five years to be made public.

The UK Government nominee and Northern Ireland Executive nominees have declared no such political activity in the past five years.

Regulation

Appointments to the Independent Reporting Commission are not regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments.
Working for British Embassy Ulaanbaatar
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-10)

British Embassy in Ulaanbaatar is keen to recruit outstanding people to join its team.

Civil Services Competences and the selection process

Selection is based on the overall suitability of the candidate against the skills, qualifications and competences required by the position, which may be demonstrated through the application form and the interview. The specific requirements for each position can be found in the job advertisement/description.

We recommend that all applicants understand the Civil Service competences before applying for any role and in preparation for interviews.

Core competencies for A1(L), or LE4 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7e3c6eed915d74e33f0f0a/Competences_A1L__LE4_.pdf) (PDF, 191 KB, 8 pages)

Core competencies for A2(L), or LE3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7d7710ed915d2d2ac091dd/Competences_A2L__LE3_.pdf) (PDF, 191 KB, 8 pages)

Core competencies for B3(L), or LE2 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7dbcf9ed915d2ac884d40a/Competences_B3L__LE2_.pdf) (PDF, 192 KB, 8 pages)

Core competencies for C4(L), or LE1 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7e23c4e5274a2e87dafce6/Competences_C4L__LE1_.pdf) (PDF, 195 KB, 8 pages)

Core competencies for C5(L), or LE1 S (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7ee154e5274a2e87db27ca/Competences_C5L__LE1_S_.pdf) (PDF, 196 KB, 8 pages)

Core competencies for S1, S2, S3, or LE5 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a7eea35e5274a2e8ab4901d/Competences_S1__S2__S3__LE5_.pdf) (PDF, 178 KB, 7 pages)

Current work opportunities

If you are interested in a job opportunity at the British Embassy in Ulaanbaatar or one of the other UK delegations, other government departments or consulates in Mongolia, 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.
RAdm Angus Essenhigh OBE
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Angus is responsible for developing the partnerships that underpin the role of the UK Hydrographic Office, as a world-leading centre for hydrography and marine geospatial data, from seabed to surface and from the coast to offshore. Angus supports the UKHO Global Partnering and Engagement team in the management of a range of national and international partnerships.  These relationships span UK and foreign governments, hydrographic offices, and other data suppliers, and enable the delivery of key hydrographic initiatives, capacity building and training, to support global trade, security and sustainable development of the marine environment. Before joining the UKHO, Angus served as the Commander of the UK Carrier Strike Group embarked in HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH.  Prior to this he served in a variety of appointments both at sea and ashore and he has commanded five different types of warship.  Angus commanded HMS DARING’s 9-month global circumnavigation, assisting the people of the Philippines, following the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan, for which he was awarded the OBE.  Angus has also commanded HMS PROTECTOR, the Royal Navy’s Ice Patrol ship, undertaking two seasons of activity in Antarctica. In June 2023 he was promoted to Rear Admiral and commenced his current role as National Hydrographer.

Angus is responsible for developing the partnerships that underpin the role of the UK Hydrographic Office, as a world-leading centre for hydrography and marine geospatial data, from seabed to surface and from the coast to offshore. Angus supports the UKHO Global Partnering and Engagement team in the management of a range of national and international partnerships. These relationships span UK and foreign governments, hydrographic offices, and other data suppliers, and enable the delivery of key hydrographic initiatives, capacity building and training, to support global trade, security and sustainable development of the marine environment.

Before joining the UKHO, Angus served as the Commander of the UK Carrier Strike Group embarked in HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH. Prior to this he served in a variety of appointments both at sea and ashore and he has commanded five different types of warship. Angus commanded HMS DARING’s 9-month global circumnavigation, assisting the people of the Philippines, following the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan, for which he was awarded the OBE. Angus has also commanded HMS PROTECTOR, the Royal Navy’s Ice Patrol ship, undertaking two seasons of activity in Antarctica. In June 2023 he was promoted to Rear Admiral and commenced his current role as National Hydrographer.
Area SEND inspections and outcomes in England: management information 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Management information for area SEND.

Management information for area SEND, showing inspection outcomes for the spring and summer terms in the 2024 to 2025 academic year. This includes all inspection outcomes up to 31 August 2025.

These figures are not official statistics.

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Provisional entries for GCSE, AS and A level: summer 2025 exam series
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Number of provisional entries by age group and subject for GCSEs, AS and A levels in England for the summer 2025 exam series.

Key headlines

The key headlines in provisional entries for GCSEs, AS and A levels for the summer 2025 series are:

GCSE entries have decreased by 0.6% from 5,811,595 in summer 2024 to 5,777,020 in summer 2025

the proportion of entries by tier was broadly similar in summer 2025 compared with summer 2024 across all tiered GCSE subjects

A level entries have decreased by 0.4% from 825,355 in summer 2024 to 821,875 in summer 2025

AS entries have decreased by 12.7% from 59,935 in summer 2024 to 52,295 in summer 2025

Provide your feedback

We welcome your feedback on our publications. If you have any comments on this statistical release, or how to improve it to meet your needs, please complete our short survey (https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=aWQzjmscC0ugbHSKfFhvfL3PBbqJor5EhEJSQVNES3JUMDZNMzVETlVTWUszWkRNV1BJQ1Y1NDFXOCQlQCN0PWcu&r5a0bc03bde26487fa4d235f5a20cde5a=%22Annual%20qualifications%20market%20report%22) or email our statistics team (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
Equivalence under outward processing
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Information on equivalence under outward processing.

Equivalence is allowable where appropriate.

The exporter must be able to show that the goods used are of the same 8-digit tariff code and have the same technical characteristics, commercial quality, and origin as the exported goods. This is most likely to apply in cases of processing of chemicals, metals etc, and in cases where there is common stocking by the processor of many small items sharing common characteristics, but of different origins. Exporters intending to use equivalence must have prior authorisation to do so. Notification letters must show precise details of how the claim to equivalence is to be established, the records to be kept by the authorisation holder and any additional sampling requirements.

Exporters cannot use equivalent goods if they are processing sensitive goods (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/check-if-your-goods-are-sensitive-when-declaring-to-inward-or-outward-processing)
Syft Online Limited T/A Indeed Flex
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 Syft Online Limited T/A Indeed Flex 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 Syft Online Limited T/A Indeed Flex 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.
Ms L De Oro Pude v The Station Hotel (Newcastle) Ltd: 3309376/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-31)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms L De Oro Pude v The Station Hotel (Newcastle) Ltd: 3309376/2023 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/679b75ea413ef177de146c48/Ms_L_De_Oro_Pude_v_The_Station_Hotel__Newcastle__Ltd_3309376.2023_PPH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Vaccination of birds against high pathogenicity avian influenza (bird flu) joint statement
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-07)

Vaccination of birds against high pathogenicity avian influenza joint statement from the avian influenza vaccination taskforce.

Statement from the joint industry and cross-government avian influenza vaccination taskforce (https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/bird-flu-avian-influenza-vaccination-task-force) on the vaccination of birds against high pathogenicity avian influenza (bird flu).

Check the current UK policy (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/avian-influenza-bird-flu-vaccination).
DAO qualification specification: Level 2
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)

Qualifications for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Our contact email address has changed to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx). Any other email address stated on any of our documents should not be used.

Qualifications for Defence Awarding Organisation courses.

Related information
- Defence Awarding Organisation (https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/defence-awarding-organisation)
MTT41510 - Particular entities and adjustments: Standard and non-standard members: Overview
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)


MTT operates on a principle of jurisdictional blending. This means that, when calculating the effective tax rate (ETR) and top-up amounts, the ETRs of group members within a territory are aggregated before assessing whether the minimum rate of 15% has been met.

However, there is a further division of group members within a territory. The legislation distinguishes between standard and non-standard members.

A member of a group will be a standard member unless it is:
- an investment entity, or
- a minority owned member (see MTT41520 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt41520)).
These non-standard members will have their ETR and top-up amounts calculated separately from the standard members of a group.

For minority owned members, the rules are applied as they are for standard members.

For investment entities, special rules apply (see MTT45100 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt45100)+).

This is set out in section 132(3)(a) of Finance (No.2) Act 2023.

Stateless members

Stateless members (see MTT18010 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt18010)) that do not fall into the categories stated above will be standard members. However, their effective tax rate and top-up amounts will always be calculated separately, because they are treated as being located in a notional territory in which they are the only member.

Joint venture groups

Joint ventures and their subsidiaries are treated as being a separate group for MTT purposes. A joint venture that is neither a minority owned member or an investment entity will still be a standard member, but because it is treated as being in a separate group, its effective tax rate and top-up amounts will be calculated separately from the members of the group which is a partner in the joint venture.

See MTT41600 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt41600)+ for further guidance on joint venture groups.
Link between attendance and attainment
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-14)

Report showing that school attendance is associated with higher average academic performance in an assessment year across all pupils from all backgrounds.

This report examines the relationship between attendance and academic achievement for pupils in state-funded mainstream schools during the 2022 to 2023 academic year at the end of:
- key stage 2
- key stage 4
The study, which builds on previous research from 2016, uses a regression model to account for various factors that could influence attainment, such as prior performance and pupil characteristics.

It uses recent data to look at how similar pupils with different attendance rates perform, isolating the impact of attendance on the likelihood of achieving successful outcomes at each key stage.
Mrs T Summers (deceased) v Battersea Labour Club and Institute Ltd: 2304596/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs T Summers (deceased) v Battersea Labour Club and Institute Ltd: 2304596/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b36388d15c152ea555be7a/Mrs_T_Summers__deceased__v_Battersea_Labour_Club_and_Institute_Ltd_2304596-2024_Judgment.pdf).
AAIB Report: Cirrus SR22T, G-RGSK
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-03)

Fatal accident involving a Cirrus SR22T (G-RGSK), Duxford Airfield, Cambridgeshire, 26 March 2024

At the end of a third circuit, which was intended to be a touch-and-go, G-RGSK bounced on touchdown. The pilot applied full power to go around but lost control of the aircraft, which turned left through approximately 90° before striking the ground. The aircraft’s ballistic parachute system deployed during the impact sequence.

It was found that the aircraft had approached the stall as the nose attitude was increased for the go-around, triggering the stall warning. The tendency for the aircraft to yaw and roll left was not controlled, causing the aircraft to turn left, and the aircraft then stalled during the turn. The pilot sustained fatal injuries.

To warn and protect people who may be unfamiliar with aircraft ballistic parachute systems, such as the emergency rescue services and others, from the potential danger, two Safety Recommendations are made concerning the provision of clear, conspicuous and unambiguous markings. The UK Civil Aviation Authority has published a Safety Notice on the same topic.

Read the report. (https://www.gov.uk/aaib-reports/aaib-investigation-to-cirrus-sr22t-g-rgsk)