theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Wild bird populations in the UK and in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-23)

Annual trends in wild bird populations in the UK and England.

Bird populations have long been considered to provide a good indication of the broad state of wildlife. This is because they occupy a wide range of habitats and respond to environmental pressures that also operate on other groups of wildlife. In addition there are considerable long-term data on changes in bird populations, which help in the interpretation of shorter term fluctuations in numbers.

The bird population indices have been compiled in conjunction with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and the Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC).

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Defra statistics: Biodiversity and Wildlife

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Leadership change at the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-22)

Long-serving NDA Chief Executive Officer, David Peattie, will step down in March 2027.

David Peattie, NDA’s long-serving Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Board that he will step down in March 2027, after completing what will be ten years at the helm of the organisation.

NDA Chair, Peter Hill, CBE said:

The Board and I are very grateful to David for the early indication of his intention to step down and when he leaves in March 2027 he will do so with our best wishes and gratitude for a job exceedingly well done.

We will now begin the process of finding a replacement for David who has achieved so much since he joined the NDA in 2017. We now have the time to enable a seamless transition and I look forward to working with David into 2027 as we continue to deliver our mission.

David Peattie added:

I look forward to continuing to work with Peter, the Board and our great executive team. March 2027 will be the right time for me to hand over the reins to my successor who can take the NDA to the next stages of its development.

The work we do and the quality of the people we have continues to impress me every day and that is testament to them all. For now, it’s business as usual as Peter and the Board search for my successor. There is much to do and lots I still want to achieve over the next 18 months.

The NDA have appointed Russell Reynolds Associates to perform a full competitive market search for the new CEO and expects to be able to announce David’s replacement in time to allow a comprehensive handover process for what is one of the most complex and critical industrial roles in the UK.

The appointment will be made by the Board of the NDA, with the approval of the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, in consultation with Scottish Ministers.
Product Recall: TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE SPEED Climbing Auto Belays (2506-0148)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-27)

Product Recall for TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE SPEED Climbing Auto Belays

Summary

Product: TRUBLUE iQ and TRUBLUE SPEED Climbing Auto Belays

Hazard: The product presents a serious injuries risk as it can fail to retract during use, causing the user to fall unexpectedly from a height.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of injuries as it can fail to retract during use. This could cause the user to fall unexpectedly from a height.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.

Corrective action

The manufacturer has recalled the product from end users. Owners of affected products should stop using them immediately.

Access the following links for further information on next steps, including contacting your Head Rush Technologies authorised service dealer for inspection, update and return.

TRUBLUE Safety Alert 003 (https://5957371.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/5957371/Website-Docs/Notifications/SA-0003-v01.pdf)

TRUBLUE Safety Alert 004 (https://info.headrushtech.com/hubfs/Product_Recalls/2024_TRUBLUESpeed_Limited_Recall.pdf?hsCtaTracking=88ed882b-29ab-44d6-8970-e81c0031f86f%7C8c16f63e-2f79-48c5-843e-b465fec35cac&_ga=2.57271850.1465020305.1721151274-1856355704.1705535143&_gl=1*9ua3df*_gcl_au*MTY0MzMyNzUyMi4xNzQ5NTkzNzYxLjEzMDE1Nzk1OTguMTc0OTU5MzkxNi4xNzQ5NTkzOTE2)

TRUBLUE Safety Alert 005 (https://5957371.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/5957371/Product_Recalls/SA-0005-v01-en.pdf)

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2506-0148

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
INCHP02200 - General: clearance times
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

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

The National Clearance Hub (NCH) aims to clear Direct Trader Input (DTI) Route 1 interventions within 2 hours from the time the faxed or scanned copy entries are received or, for pre-lodged entries, within 2 hours of the vessel / aircraft arrival, provided all the relevant paperwork is presented, complete and correct. Route 1 interventions are dealt with in the order that they are presented at NCH. That is, no priority is given either to specific locations or type of goods, including perishables.

However, certain goods may require exceptional treatment. These are:
- fireworks and explosives
- live animals, and
- human remains.
Declarants handing such consignments should notify the NCH in advance and request urgent clearance using the tick boxes on the appropriate fax header.

The NCH will process Customs Input Entries (CIE) requests between 0900-1700 Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) and aims to clear all CIE Route 1 interventions within 24 working hours from the time the faxed or scanned copy entries are received, provided all the relevant paperwork is presented, complete and correct.
TTR10010 - Overview and general definitions: introduction
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-15)


Part 15C Corporation Tax Act 2009

Finance Act 2014 introduced a new regime for the taxation of Theatrical Production Companies (TPCs) that claim a new relief for the theatre industry: Theatre Tax Relief (TTR).

The legislation provides specific rules for relief on theatrical productions, including touring productions, in addition to setting out how the taxable profits and losses of those productions shall be calculated.

The legislation only applies where a claim to TTR is made by a TPC (TPC10110) in respect of its qualifying theatrical production (TTR40030).

Tax treatment

For tax purposes only, the legislation:
- deems that each production is a separate theatrical trade with a start and end date separate to that of the company's other trades
- describes what expenditure is eligible for additional tax relief, and circumstances where there are exceptions to the normal rules for income and expenditure, and
- restricts the use of losses associated with that separate theatrical trade in certain circumstances.
Theatre Tax Relief (TTR)

TTR is available to TPCs engaged in the making of:
- theatrical production (TTR40020)
- that are intended for live performance to paying members of the general public, or provided for educational purposes (TTR40030), and
- where at least 10% of the core expenditure (TTR50010) is incurred on goods or services that are used or consumed in the United Kingdom (TTR40040).
Those TPCs that are entitled to TTR can claim:
- an additional deduction in computing their taxable profits (TTR55010), and
- where that additional deduction results in a loss, a Theatre Tax Credit (TTC) (TTR55100). This is a payable tax credit due to the TPC when it surrenders the loss.
Unlike the tax reliefs for Film, Television and Video Games, there is no need for a cultural test.

Theatre Tax Credit rates

The normal TTC rates are:
- 45% for touring productions, and
- 40% for all other qualifying productions.
The rates used to be 25% and 20%. Finance Act 2022 introduced temporary higher rates for productions that commence the production phase on or after 27 October 2021. The temporary higher rates were extended by Finance (No. 2) Act 2023 and lasted until 31 March 2025. See TTR10800 for more information.

Both the additional deduction and the TTC are calculated on the basis of core expenditure, up to a maximum of 80% of the total core expenditure by the TPC. Core expenditure is that expenditure directly incurred in producing and closing the production.

Commencement: TTR

TTR commenced on 1 September 2014.

Webinar

A recorded webinar covering the basics of Theatre Tax Relief is available here (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/help-and-support-for-agents#theatre-tax-relief).
N McKeith v Eastling Primary (comm) and Kent County Council: 2306517/2020
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in N McKeith v Eastling Primary (comm) and Kent County Council: 2306517/2020 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68ee3bed8427701993d5e046/N_McKeith_v_Eastling_Primary__comm__and_Kent_County_Council_2306517-2020__SO_JUD_PUB.pdf).
Interim Chair appointed to the Charity Commission for England and Wales
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-27)

The Secretary of State has appointed Mark Simms OBE as Interim Chair of the Charity Commission. This interim appointment has been made while the process for finding the next Chair is completed.

Mark Simms OBE

Appointed for a six month term from 25 April 2025 or until a new Chair is appointed, whichever is sooner.

Mark Simms is the Chief Executive Officer of P3 Charity, a national organisation that supports some of the most vulnerable people across the UK. Under his leadership, P3 has grown significantly in its reach and impact, delivering innovative services in homelessness, mental health, criminal justice, and social inclusion.

Mark has more than 25 years’ experience in the voluntary and public sectors, with a deep understanding of how to lead purpose-driven organisations through complex and changing environments. He is widely recognised for championing person-led approaches and for building high-performing teams that deliver real social impact. He has contributed to several national advisory boards focused on systems change, public service reform, and tackling inequality.

Mark joined the Charity Commission as a Board Member in March 2023 and was awarded an OBE in 2024 for services to social enterprise.

Remuneration and Governance Code

The Chair of the Charity Commission is remunerated £62,500 per annum. This interim appointment was made by the Secretary of State as an exceptional appointment without competition, following consultation with the Commissioner for Public Appointments, in accordance with the Cabinet Office’s Governance Code on Public Appointments (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/578498/governance_code_on_public_appointments_16_12_2016.pdf). Under the Code, any significant political activity undertaken by an appointee in the last five years must be declared. This is defined as including holding office, public speaking, making a recordable donation, or candidature for election. Mark Simms has not declared any significant political activity.

DCMS has around 400 regulated Public Appointment roles across 42 Public Bodies (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations), we encourage applications from talented individuals from all backgrounds and across the whole of the United Kingdom. Applications for the next substantive Chair of the Charity Commission for England and Wales will open soon, to receive a notification when applications open please create an account on the HM Government Public Appointments Website (https://apply-for-public-appointment.service.gov.uk/roles). (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations)
DWP Employer Survey 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-16)

These reports summarise the key findings from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) 2024 Employer Survey

Research background

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Employer Survey was designed to gather evidence from employers on their policies, awareness and attitudes in relation to a range of topics of interest to DWP. The topics covered in this survey are:
- health and disability in the workplace
- recruitment, retention and progression of staff
- engagement with government employment schemes and wider engagement with DWP
- older workers
- pension provision
- groups who may be disadvantaged in the labour market
- diversity of the workforce
- flexible working
These reports present the findings from the second wave of a two-wave survey. The 2024 survey was conducted with 8,006 employers in Great Britain between February 28 and April 25, 2024. Fieldwork and primary data analysis was independently conducted by IFF Research.

Contribution to the evidence base

The first wave of the Employer Survey was conducted in 2022 DWP Employer Survey 2022 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/department-for-work-and-pensions-employer-survey-2022).

Research value

Findings from the survey are being used to inform policy development across DWP by allowing the department to understand and monitor employer behaviour and practices.
Mr D Hamill v Carbon Rewind Ltd: 3303484/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-13)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D Hamill v Carbon Rewind Ltd: 3303484/2024 - Interim Relief (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66b367b6fc8e12ac3edb0bed/Mr_D_Hamill_V_Carbon_Rewind_Limited__3303484.2024__PH_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr D Hamill v Carbon Rewind Ltd: 3303484/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c0751d72e83aab48866be1/Mr_Daniel_Hamill_v_Carbon_Rewind_Ltd__3303484-2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr D Hamill v Carbon Rewind Ltd: 3303484/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67ee9cb753fa8521c3248cda/Mr_D_Hamill_v_Carbon_Rewind_Ltd__3303484.2024__Reconsideration_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr D Hamill v Carbon Rewind Ltd: 3303484/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681dbe0643d6699b3c1d2ab8/Mr_D_Hamill_v_Carbon_Rewind_Ltd_3303484.2024_2nd_Reconsideration_Judgment.pdf).
Sellafield Ltd engineers win IChemE Young Engineers Awards
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-25)

Graduate engineers at Sellafield Ltd have won a prestigious award at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Young Engineers Awards.

A team of design engineer graduates from Sellafield Ltd won the the Quality Education category at the prestigious Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Young Engineers Awards for Innovation and Sustainability.

The IChemE awards celebrate groundbreaking ideas in chemical engineering and supports IChemE’s vision for a more sustainable world.

The winning team—Joseph Carter, Alana Prior, Lara Hill, and Ben Hilton—were recognised for their project, A Novel Approach to Chemical Engineering Work Experience, which enhances Sellafield Ltd’s design engineering work experience programme.

Since taking charge of the programme’s process engineering section last September, the team introduced a practical phase separation activity, improved guidance for volunteers, refined the volunteering process to cover all 10 annual work experience weeks, and developed new resources for West Cumbria’s newly established design engineering work experience.

Their initiative aims to inspire future engineers by making chemical engineering more accessible, addressing skills shortages in the industry. Demand for chemical engineers in the UK has surged by 55% in the last five years, with an annual shortfall of up to 59,000 engineering professionals.

Team member, Ben Hilton, said:

We’re thrilled to have received this recognition from IChemE. Sellafield has great early careers programmes, and their work experience initiative is a fantastic way to get young people interested in engineering careers. We’ve been lucky to be part of the graduate programme, and it’s great to see young professionals getting the opportunity to shape and lead these schemes

On behalf of the rest of the team, I’d like to thank all of the volunteers and colleagues who supported this initiative. Their dedication and expertise have been invaluable in making the work experience programme as engaging and impactful as possible. Without their commitment, none of this would have been possible.

Head of education, skills and social mobility, Michelle Lambon-Wilks, said:

We are immensely proud to see this talented group of graduates receive recognition from IChemE. Their dedication and hard work have been truly outstanding, and this achievement is well deserved.

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to delivering high-quality early careers programmes that provide a strong foundation for professional success. We actively listen to those taking part, value their insights, and continuously refine our initiatives based on their feedback—ensuring they are as impactful and effective as possible.
Driving test costs
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-27)

The cost of theory tests and driving tests for cars, lorries, buses, motorcycles and other vehicles

A theory test costs £23 for cars, and the driving test costs £62. The full costs for lorries, buses, motorcycles and other vehicles are shown in the tables.

These are the prices to book your theory test (/book-theory-test) and book your driving test (/book-driving-test) through GOV.UK. Unofficial websites usually charge more.

Car

Lorry, minibus, bus and coach

To become a lorry or bus driver (/become-lorry-bus-driver) you usually need to take the 4 Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests. You only need to take 2 of the tests (/become-lorry-bus-driver/when-you-dont-need-driver-cpc) in some cases.

The costs are the same for all categories of lorry and bus, such as C1, C, D1, and D.

Your part 3a test may cost up to £40 if you choose to take it with an approved test provider (/find-driver-cpc-part-3a-test-provider) instead of with DVSA.

Motorcycle and moped

Compulsory basic training (CBT) course prices are set by training schools. Contact your nearest course provider (/compulsory-basic-training-cbt-courses) for availability and prices.

Tractor and other specialist vehicles

Rebooking your test

You have to pay the full amount again if you do not pass your test and want to book another one.

Evening and weekend driving tests

Driving test centres do not offer evening and weekend driving tests all of the time.

All available evening and weekend driving test appointments are shown when you book your driving test (/book-driving-test) or find an earlier test date (/change-driving-test).

Tests taken from 4:30pm onwards count as evening tests.

There are different costs for tests in Northern Ireland. (http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/index/information-and-services/motoring/learners-and-new-drivers/want-to-learn-to-drive/driving-test-fees.htm)
Storing food waste in sealed containers: RPS 332
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-30)

Environment Agency regulatory position on when you can store sealed containers of food waste.

This regulatory position statement (RPS) does not change your legal requirement to have an environmental permit for a waste operation when you store sealed containers of food waste, before they are transported to another place for recovery.

However, the Environment Agency will not normally take enforcement action when you do this without an environmental permit for a waste operation if you comply with the requirements in this RPS.

This enforcement position does not apply to any other legal requirements.
Merrow Junior School: 17 September 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-16)

The schools adjudicator’s variation decision about Merrow Junior School.

Decision reference: VAR2615

Type of decision: variation to admission arrangements – approved

School type: foundation

School phase: primary

Local authority: Surrey County Council

Admission authority: governing body
Letters to registered providers: Data requirements
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-11)

Letters about data collection sent to registered providers of social housing

The regulator writes to registered providers about the arrangements for data collection in the coming year via the NROSH+ website (https://nroshplus.regulatorofsocialhousing.org.uk).

We rely on timely and accurate information from providers to ensure proportionate and risk-based regulation.
Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery: 23 April 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-23)

The schools adjudicator’s variation decision about Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery.

Decision reference: VAR2544

Type of decision: variation to admission arrangements – approved

School type: community

School phase: primary

Local authority: Suffolk

Admission authority: Suffolk County Council
C M Downton (Haulage Contractors) 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 C M Downton (Haulage Contractors) 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 C M Downton (Haulage Contractors) 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
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

Seek to partner with Reserve Units to achieve mutually rewarding working relationships

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.
VSWB1020 - Other related guidance notes and public notices
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)


You can find further information on aspects of exporting boats from the UK in:
- VAT Notice 703/2 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailaway-boats-supplied-for-export-outside-the-eu-notice-7032) - Sailaway boats supplied for export outside the UK.
- Sailing a pleasure craft that is arriving in the United Kingdom (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailing-a-pleasure-craft-that-is-arriving-in-the-uk)
- Sailing your pleasure craft that is departing from the United Kingdom (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailing-a-pleasure-craft-that-is-departing-from-the-uk)
- Sailing a pleasure craft into the UK temporarily for private use (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailing-a-pleasure-craft-into-the-uk-temporarily-for-private-use)
- Sailing a pleasure craft within UK waters (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/sailing-a-pleasure-craft-within-uk-waters)
- Check if you need to declare goods you bring into or take out of the UK (https://www.gov.uk/check-customs-declaration)
- Export Procedure (EXPP) - the Export Procedures Manual
- Form C 1331 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/61937944e90e07044a559c15/C1331-12-20_PDF_Version.pdf) - Pleasure craft on non-EU voyages leaving the UK/arriving in the UK
- Submit a pleasure craft report online (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/submit-a-pleasure-craft-report) - Sailing pleasure craft to and from the UK
Other related guidance referred to in this book:
- VAT Export and Removal of Goods from the UK (VEXP) (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/vat-exports-of-goods-from-the-uk/vexp) - Export of goods out of the UK
- VAT Personal Exports: Retail Exports (VATRESNI) - Personal exports - retail exports (not yet published)
- VAT Notice 704 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/retail-export-scheme-northern-ireland) - Retail exports from Northern Ireland
- VAT Notice 703 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/vat-on-goods-exported-from-the-uk-notice-703) - Export of goods from the United Kingdom
RPC case histories - monitoring and evaluation plans, May 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-28)

This is the RPC's case histories section on monitoring and evaluation plans, May 2025

This section of case histories updates previous RPC case history guidance on addressing monitoring and evaluation plans in impact assessments. The document provides practical guidance with new ‘case history’ examples, in areas such as insulation, online safety and merchant shipping. The document includes a sections explaining how M&E should link to the Magenta Book and the RPC’s expectations.

The RPC welcomes any feedback on our guidance. Please contact us via xxx@xxx.xx with feedback or if you have any questions.
Application by site owner for a determination that having regard to its condition a park home is having a detrimental effect on the amenity of the site: Form PH4
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

Site owners can use this form to apply for a determination that having regard to its condition a park home is having a detrimental effect on the amenity of the site.

Open a document

You can download and open PDF documents on your device. Downloading enables more features to be used, such as printing.

Adobe Reader is a free to use PDF viewer. You can use this to view, fill in and print PDF documents. You do not need to sign up for a free trial.

Follow these steps:
- Download Adobe Reader (https://get.adobe.com/uk/reader/) for free.
- Right-click on the document link then select ‘Save link as’ or ‘Download linked file’.
- Save the form (in your ‘documents’ folder, for example).
- Open Adobe Reader and then select the saved form.
If the form still does not open, contact xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

If you need a printed version contact your local court (https://www.gov.uk/find-court-tribunal).

Find more court and tribunal forms (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/court-and-tribunal-forms) by category.

Find out how HM Courts & Tribunals Service uses personal information (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-courts-and-tribunals-service/about/personal-information-charter) you give when you fill in a form.
Jonathan Mills CB
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-09)

Jonathan Mills CB is Director General for Energy Markets and Supply at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero ( DESNZ ). He is the senior responsible owner for the Clean Energy Superpower Mission. He is responsible for the overall approach to energy markets, regulation and outcomes including the Review of Electricity Market Arrangements, decarbonisation of the power sector, safeguarding security of supply and delivery of the energy affordability portfolio including the Warm Home Discount Scheme. He also oversees the department’s Strategy, Communications and Analysis directorates. Jonathan worked at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy ( BEIS ) from 2022 to 2023, first as  DG , Energy Supply (June to November 2022) and then as  DG , Energy Markets and Supply (November 2022 to February 2023). Before joining BEIS , Jonathan was DG for Labour Market Policy and Implementation at the Department for Work and Pensions. He has also worked in director roles in the Department of Energy and Climate Change, where he was responsible for delivering the electricity market reform programme, and in the Cabinet Office.

Jonathan Mills CB is Director General for Energy Markets and Supply at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). He is the senior responsible owner for the Clean Energy Superpower Mission.

He is responsible for the overall approach to energy markets, regulation and outcomes including the Review of Electricity Market Arrangements, decarbonisation of the power sector, safeguarding security of supply and delivery of the energy affordability portfolio including the Warm Home Discount Scheme. He also oversees the department’s Strategy, Communications and Analysis directorates.

Jonathan worked at the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) from 2022 to 2023, first as DG, Energy Supply (June to November 2022) and then as DG, Energy Markets and Supply (November 2022 to February 2023).

Before joining BEIS, Jonathan was DG for Labour Market Policy and Implementation at the Department for Work and Pensions. He has also worked in director roles in the Department of Energy and Climate Change, where he was responsible for delivering the electricity market reform programme, and in the Cabinet Office.
HIV: self-testing
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-15)

Information for people thinking about buying a self-test kit for HIV, or having an HIV test.

This content was originally produced by Public Health England (PHE). This content is now owned and managed by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)

The law on the sale of self-testing kits for HIV within the UK (HIV Testing Kits and Services Regulation 1992) was changed on 6 April 2014. It is now lawful to sell and advertise the sale of HIV self-testing kits in England, Scotland and Wales.

As of November 2015 CE marked self-testing kits are available on the market.

This document is intended for:
- individuals considering purchasing an HIV self-test kit for personal use
- clinicians and other healthcare workers
- those working or volunteering for non-governmental organisations involved in HIV prevention
CH205560 - How to do a compliance check: types of compliance checks: joint working with other government agencies: carrying out an inspection immediately after another agency has left the premises
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-01)


This page and chapter are under review as the relevant content is also published in the technical guidance chapters of the Compliance Handbook (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook), within Compliance checks factsheets (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/hm-revenue-and-customs-compliance-checks-factsheets) and in Compliance checks guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hmrc-compliance-checks-help-and-support). If you use particular pages regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know the specific content you find useful.

When you enter immediately after another government agency has left the premises you must make it clear that you are not a member of that agency. You should follow the guidance at CH201100 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook/ch201100)+ observing the Human Rights Act and safeguards (CH201300 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook/ch201300)) and ensure that you issue the appropriate Factsheets (CH202025). (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook/ch202025)

When you enter the premises you must:
- explain the reason for your visit to the occupier and how you intend to carry out the inspection
- if you are checking the occupier’s, rather than, say, their landlord’s, tax position ask them to let you know if there is anything about their health or personal circumstances that may make it difficult for them to manage their tax affairs. This will mean that you can take it into account when carrying out the compliance check.
- if the inspection has not been previously announced issue the written notice of the inspection with the relevant Factsheets and explain the purpose of your visit. Allow the person time to read these.
If any person on the premises identifying themselves as in charge of the premises or business asks you to leave, you must leave the premises immediately.

If the other agency cautioned the person before you entered the premises, you must make it clear to the person that they are no longer under caution and they are not obliged to answer your questions.
British Embassy Luxembourg
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-09)

The British Embassy in Luxembourg maintains and develops relationships between the UK and Luxembourg.

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

We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Luxembourg. You can access UK government services while in Luxembourg (https://www.gov.uk/world/luxembourg).

Read the latest information on the rights and status of UK nationals living in Europe (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-europe) including our practical guide to Living in Luxembourg (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-luxembourg).

If you’re travelling in Luxembourg, see our Luxembourg Travel Advice (https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/luxembourg).

Getting help

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

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

Get an emergency travel document

You can apply for an emergency travel document (https://www.gov.uk/emergency-travel-document) if you’re abroad and your passport has been lost or stolen (https://www.gov.uk/report-a-lost-or-stolen-passport), damaged or expired, and you can’t get a new or replacement passport (https://www.gov.uk/renew-adult-passport) in time to travel.

Apply online for an emergency travel document (https://www.gov.uk/emergency-travel-document).

If the person needing the emergency travel document is under 16, a parent or guardian should apply on their behalf.

If you are travelling in more than 3 weeks, check if you can get a new or replacement passport (https://www.gov.uk/renew-adult-passport) in time to travel.

If you are not a British citizen or have not had a British passport before

If you’re not sure, check if you’re a British citizen (https://www.gov.uk/check-british-citizen).

If you’re not a British citizen but think you may be eligible, contact us to apply for an emergency travel document (https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/luxembourg/british-embassy-luxembourg).

Other consular services

Notarial and documentary services

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

Consular fees

See the full list of consular fees (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/consular-services-fees).
Transport hazard summary: groundwater flooding
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

Provides information about groundwater flooding and its impact on transport infrastructure.

This summary explains how groundwater flooding is different to other types of flooding. It identifies some of the main risks and their impact on transport, such as flooding of underground infrastructure. It also provides advice to help mitigate and plan for these risks.

Direct impacts from groundwater flooding include:
- damage to transport infrastructure from prolonged periods of flooding
- disruption to transport services due to flooded roads and railways
This forms part of the Transport hazards summaries series (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/transport-hazard-summaries), which helps organisations understand hazards that can impact UK transport.
Hartlepool Borough Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Hartlepool Borough Council recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
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.
Hydro Industries 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 Hydro Industries 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 Hydro Industries Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- 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.
Change or remove your authorisations as a tax agent
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-18)

How to change or remove authorisation online or by phone.

You can make most changes to your agent authorisations online or by phone, but some changes must be made in writing.

Changes you can make online

You can use your agent services account and HMRC online services for agents account to make some changes. The services you can makes changes to online are:
- VAT and VAT EU refunds ― only if you’re using your VAT registration number
- Self Assessment
- Corporation Tax
- Construction Industry Scheme
- Employment Related Securities for employers
- Notification of Vehicle Arrivals
The changes you can make are:
- view, download or update your client list ― this is only available in HMRC online services for agents
- remove a client that you no longer act for ― you’ll need to do this separately for each online service
- to update your contact details (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/updating-your-tax-agent-contact-details-with-hmrc)
Once you remove a client from either account, you will not have access to any of their data. Make sure you take copies of anything you’ve submitted online for that client before you remove them from your client list.

If you remove a client, you need to remove them from both your agent services account and HMRC online services account or they may still be able to access your details.

If you want to move clients between client lists

If you want to move clients between client lists, you must get new authorisation from your clients to continue to act on their behalf.

You must first remove your current authorisation then follow the process to get authorised by your client (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-get-authorised-to-act-as-a-tax-agent-on-behalf-of-your-clients) for the new client list.

Changes you can make by phone

You can call the Agent Dedicated Line (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/agent-dedicated-line-self-assessment-or-paye-for-individuals) to make changes to these services:
- PAYE (Pay As You Earn)
- Self Assessment
You can use this helpline to let HMRC know:
- you no longer act for a client
- their name
- address
- telephone number
- a change of circumstances ― such as a change of marital status or their date of death
What you’ll need when you call

You’ll need to:
- answer some security questions to check your identity
- their National Insurance number
- Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR)
UK regional trade in goods statistics, second quarter, April to June 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-11)

This quarterly release is a disaggregation of the UK overseas trade in goods statistics with further breakdown to 9 English Government Regions, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) collects the UK’s international trade in goods data, which are published as two accredited official statistics series, the UK overseas trade in goods statistics (OTS) and the UK regional trade in goods statistics (RTS). The RTS are published quarterly showing trade at summary product and country level, split by UK regions and devolved administrations.

RTS data is categorised by partner country and Standard International Trade Classification, Rev.4 (https://unstats.un.org/unsd/trade/sitcrev4.htm) (SITC) at division level (2-digit). In this release RTS data is analysed mainly at partner country and SITC section (1-digit) level, with references to specific SITC divisions where appropriate. The collection and publication methodology for the RTS is available on GOV.UK (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/overseas-trade-statistics-methodologies).

Interactive Data

UK regional trade in goods statistics data is also accessible in greater detail in an interactive table (https://www.uktradeinfo.com/trade-data) hosted on the uktradeinfo website (https://www.uktradeinfo.com).
GeoH2 model: Geospatial cost optimization of green hydrogen production including storage and transportation
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Presents a geospatial model that optimises the cost of green hydrogen production, storage, transport, and conversion.

Abstract

The model presented in this article is designed to run at country level.

This article is part of the Climate Compatible Growth programme.

Citation

Halloran C and others. ‘GeoH2 model: Geospatial cost optimization of green hydrogen production including storage and transportation’ MethodsX 2025: volume 12

Links

GeoH2 model: Geospatial cost optimization of green hydrogen production including storage and transportation (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mex.xx-xxxx-xxxx)