theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
OT00020 - The taxation of the UK oil industry: an overview: the current fiscal regime for oil and gas
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)


The fiscal regime which currently applies to oil and gas exploration and extraction from the UK and the UK Continental Shelf consists of three elements.
- Petroleum Revenue Tax (PRT). This is a special tax on oil and gas production from the UK and UK Continental Shelf. It is a field based tax charged on profits arising from individual oil fields: It is not charged on the aggregate profits from all oil fields owned by each company. PRT was abolished in FA93 for all fields given development consent on or after 16 March 1993. (See OT03500 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/oil-taxation-manual/ot03500)). PRT was permanently zero-rated from 1 January 2016. PRT was zero-rated rather than abolished to enable companies to continue to carry back losses.
- Ring Fence Corporation Tax (RFCT) This is the standard corporation tax applicable to all companies (subject to some important modifications e.g. relating to capital allowances) with the addition of a 'ring fence'. The ring fence prevents taxable profits from oil and gas extraction in the UK and UK Continental Shelf being reduced by losses from other activities (see OT21050 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/oil-taxation-manual/ot21050)) or by excessive interest payments (see OT22005 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/oil-taxation-manual/ot22005)). From the 1 April 2008 the main rate of corporation tax in the ring fence has been fixed at 30%.
- Supplementary Charge (SC) This is an additional charge originally set at 10% on a company’s ring fence profits excluding finance costs. The supplementary charge was introduced from 17 April 2002 (see OT21200 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/oil-taxation-manual/ot21200)). The supplementary charge was increased to 20% for APs beginning on or after 1 January 2006 and 32% from 24 March 2011. The rate was then reduced back to 20% for APs beginning on or after 1 January 2015. The current rate, for APs beginning on or after 1 January 2016, is 10%.
- Energy Profits Levy (EPL) This is a temporary levy due to expire on 31 March 2030 and currently charged at 38% (see OT21705 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/oil-taxation-manual/ot21705#)).
In addition, Royalty was charged up to 31 December 2002, when it was abolished. It was levied at 12½% of the gross value of oil and gas won in a particular licence area, less an allowance for the costs associated with the conveying, treating and initial storage of the oil and gas between the well head and the point of valuation, usually the terminal onshore. Royalty was payable on a licence basis in exchange for the right, granted under licence, to extract oil and gas belonging to the Crown. It applied to onshore licences from 1934 and was extended to offshore licences when they were first issued in 1964.
Mr S S Grewal v R V Arts Ltd and P Singh Mrahar: 3302966/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr S S Grewal v R V Arts Ltd and P Singh Mrahar: 3302966/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67765b006c34906cc84c9464/Mr_S_S_Grewal_-_v_-_1._R_V_Arts_Ltd__2._PARMPAL_SINGH_MRAHAR_-_3302966-2024_-__SO_Judgment.pdf).
RFIG20360 - Statutory Residence Test (SRT): Automatic UK tests: 30 day presence rule
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-04)


The effect of the sufficient amount of time and permitted amount of time rules is that, for the purposes of the second automatic UK test, an individual can disregard any home where they are present for fewer than 30 separate days, (individually or consecutively), in the tax year.

So, for example, if an individual is present at their overseas home on fewer than 30 separate days they will have to spend no more than the permitted amount of time there and they can disregard that home for the purposes of this automatic UK test. Similarly if they spend fewer than 30 days in a UK home they will not have spent a sufficient amount of time there and they can disregard that home for the purposes of this automatic UK test.

The 30 day presence rules only apply in respect of time the individual spends in a place while it is their home. So, for example, if an individual views a property which they later make their home, the day of viewing would not count towards sufficient or permitted amount of time tests.

An individual is present in their home on any day they have been present in person, no matter how short a period they were there. It is not necessary to be there at midnight, or spend a specific number of hours at the property in order for the day to be counted.

The 30 day presence rules operate on each home separately and independently.

Example

Fatima has had 4 UK homes for several years, in the tax year under consideration, Fatima is present in her home in Swansea on 15 days, 20 days in her home in Callander, 29 in her London apartment and 29 in her Newcastle apartment.

Fatima has been present on 92 days in total in those UK homes. However, as she was not present in any individual home on at least 30 days, she will not have spent a sufficient amount of time in any single UK home. She will not meet the second automatic UK test for the tax year under consideration.

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Covelya Group
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 Covelya Group 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 Covelya Group 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
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.
Mr A Chong v Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Ltd: 6011677/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-08)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Chong v Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Ltd: 6011677/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b9507bb0a373a01819fde2/Mr_A_Chong_-vs-_Ramsay_Health_Care_UK_Operations_Limited_-_Judgment.pdf).
Tailored 4U Holdings 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 Tailored 4U Holdings 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 Tailored 4U Holdings 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
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr S Lasdas v NTT Data UK Ltd and Expert Resource Recruitment Ltd: 2210425/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-15)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr S Lasdas v NTT Data UK Ltd and Expert Resource Recruitment Ltd: 2210425/2023 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/687e26fd8adf4250705c969e/Mr_S_Lasdas_v_1._NTT_DATA_UK_LIMITED_2._EXPERT_RESOURCE_RECRUITMENT_LIMITED_-_2210425-2023_-_Costs.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr S Lasdas v NTT Data UK Ltd and Expert Resource Recruitment Ltd: 2210425/2023 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689b27cb5555fb89cf3f5e6f/Mr_S_Lasdas_v_1._NTT_DATA_UK_LIMITED_2._EXPERT_RESOURCE_RECRUITMENT_LIMITED__2210425-2023_-_Reconsideration.pdf).
Smarter regulation: proposed changes to legislation for electrically assisted pedal cycles
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-28)

Seeks views on proposed changes to the regulations on electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs or e-cycles).

The government proposes 2 changes to the regulations on electrically assisted pedal cycles (EAPCs or e-cycles):
- to amend the legal definition of EAPCs, so that the maximum continuous power output of the electric motor is 500 watts instead of 250 watts
- to allow ‘twist and go’ EAPCs to have throttle assistance up to 15.5mph (25km/h) without the need for type approval
This consultation asks:
- for your views on the proposed changes
- about any benefits or risks you think the changes may have
Mr D S Alam v Manchester Airport plc: 2407695/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-28)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D S Alam v Manchester Airport plc: 2407695/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6809e236148a9969d2394f5d/Mr_D_S_Aslam_v_Manchester_Airport_PLC_-_2407695.2023.pdf).
COM101030 - Penalties: penalty determinations: copy of determinations
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)


If, exceptionally, you need a paper copy of a penalty determination, you can use the [Print] button in function DPEN (Display Penalty Determination) to produce one.

The print generated is not strictly a copy of the issued determination, but a record of the data held on the COTAX record. However, it is, on the face of it, evidence that COTAX issued a notice to the company on the date shown containing the figures shown on it.

You can present a screen print to the Tribunal at an appeal hearing, or provide one in response to any request for a copy of a determination from the company or the agent.

See COM101031 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/cotax-manual/com101031) for a list of functions to use in particular situations.
Companies House outlines ambitious long-term vision to support economic growth
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-12)

A new 5-year strategy sets out the agency’s aims to support economic growth by improving corporate transparency and protecting businesses and individuals from harm.

Companies House has laid out an ambitious vision for its future designed to boost economic growth, by continuing to transform itself into a more active gatekeeper over its data and take further steps to crack down on economic crime.

By ensuring Companies House data is authoritative and transparent, the agency aims to increase its value to the users who depend on it, including businesses, researchers, government, and public bodies, as well as the public.

The new 2025 to 2030 strategy (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/companies-house-strategy-2025-to-2030) outlines how Companies House aims to further improve customer experience using modern technology, ensuring efficient and seamless services for legitimate businesses.

The strategy contains the agency’s vision to enhance corporate transparency by building on the progress made under reforms brought about by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.

By leveraging the powers contained in the Act and collaborating with key partners across government and beyond, Companies House will promote a transparent and accountable business environment, which strengthens confidence in the UK economy.

In a foreword to the new strategy, Companies House chief executive, Andy King, said:

This strategy positions Companies House to play a broader role in promoting economic growth and in disrupting economic crime.

Companies House data is used every day by businesses and citizens to inform decisions. We will be innovative in how we enable use of our data, in partnership with key stakeholders, to unlock opportunities and support business growth.

He added:

I look forward to leading this organisation as we embark on this journey together.
Independent special schools and post-16 institutions
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-29)

Independent schools for pupils with special educational needs or disabilities, which have been approved under section 41 of the Children and Families Act.

A list of all independent schools and special post-16 institutions for children with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) approved under section 41 of the Children and Families Act 2014 (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2014/6/section/41/enacted) in England and Wales.

You can filter the list by local authority or by type of setting.

Our guide for independent special schools and special post-16 institutions explains how to apply for approval under section 41 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/applying-to-be-on-the-approved-list-of-independent-special-institutions).

Voluntary removal

Contact xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to request removal from the approved list, stating your reason. We will remove your institution in the next update and notify local authorities. The published list includes all removed institutions.

Once removed, you cannot re-apply for one full academic year.

Other special schools

Details of all special schools in England are available on the Department for Education’s Get Information about Schools (https://www.get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Search) system. This includes:
- maintained schools
- academies
- independent schools
- non-maintained schools
The SEND guide for parents and carers (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/send-guide-for-parents-and-carers) explains how parents can ask for one of these schools or special post-16 institutions to be named in their child’s education, health and care plan.
The Yorkshire Society
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 The Yorkshire Society 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
- 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.
BIM45825 - Specific deductions - incidental costs of loan finance: commitment fees
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-06)


S58 Income Tax (Trading and Other Income) Act 2005

Commitment or ‘procuration’ fees (money paid to an agent for negotiating a loan) may be incurred as part of the cost of raising finance. On general principles, such fees would not be allowable if the finance is a permanent addition to capital, but are deductible where the borrowings are temporary and can be regarded as an ordinary incident of carrying on the business (Ascot Gas Water Heaters Ltd v Duff 24 TC 171 on page 176).

Where such fees are not allowable on general principles, you should allow any such fees incurred in connection with loans or loan stock as incidental costs of obtaining finance - BIM45815 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/business-income-manual/bim45815) bullet point (d).
Asset Plus Energy 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 Asset Plus Energy 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 Asset Plus Energy 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.
Roly Poly Ltd (T): [2025] UKUT 347 (AAC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Beech on 13 October 2025.

Read the full decision in UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-T (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6911e8a4781a655bfd893eac/UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-T.pdf).

Judicial Summary

The Traffic Commissioner’s decision to refuse the Appellant’s application to vary its restricted operator’s licence upon the basis that its advertisement was outside the 42 day window for advertising the variation was procedurally unfair. The application must be remitted for further consideration.
Regulatory Article (RA) 3291: precision approach radar
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-30)

RA covering provision of precision approach radar to provide air systems with the capability for recovery in poor weather.

The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity and against which air safety is assessed. The regulator develops regulations in response to applicable UK law, MOD needs, legal changes and recommendations resulting from both assurance or investigation functions.

Related information:
- MAA regulatory publications (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-regulatory-publications)
- Overarching documents (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-regulatory-publications-overarching-documents)
- 1000 series (GEN) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/1000-series-general-regulations-gen)
- 2000 series (FLY) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/2000-series-flying-regulations-fly)
- 3000 series (ATM) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/3000-series-air-traffic-management-regulations-atm)
- 4000 series (CAE) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/4000-series-continuing-airworthiness-engineering-regulations-cae)
- 5000 series (TAE) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/5000-series-design-and-modification-engineering-regulations-dme)
- MAA Manuals (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-manuals)
SIS-7 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 SIS-7 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 SIS-7 Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- 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.
Sacriston Parish 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 Sacriston Parish 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 Sacriston Parish 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
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
The UK condemns the violence between the ELN and EMBF in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-22)

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia.

The UK welcomes the Colombian Government’s renewed focus on implementation of the 2016 Peace Agreement, and the rapid response plan presented to the Council last year.

Coordinated action between Government agencies and regional authorities, as well as sufficient resourcing, will be critical to its success.

In that light, we welcome President Petro’s recent commitment to ensure that funding for implementation of the Peace Agreement is maintained, despite broader government budget cuts.

As highlighted by Mr Valbuena, there must be continued focus on progress for the most conflict affected groups, particularly Indigenous and Afro-Colombian communities.

The UK was delighted to see the publication of Colombia’s first-ever Women Peace and Security National Action Plan.

This will be an important tool to reinforce implementation of the 2016 Agreement, and wider gender goals.

It also serves to shine a much-needed spotlight on the violence that women and girls continue to face.

We are, however concerned by the rise in child recruitment and the use of anti-personnel mines.

We urge the Government to prioritise the security of all vulnerable communities.

Transitional justice is at the heart of the 2016 Agreement.

The UK urges the Government and the Special Jurisdiction for Peace to work together to accelerate sentencing and restorative justice measures, maintaining the confidence of both the victims, and the signatories to the Agreement.

President, we condemn the violence between the Ejército de Liberación Nacional and the Estado Mayor Central, in Catatumbo on 16 January which left over 80 dead, including signatories to the 2016 Agreement and which displaced approximately 18,000 people.

These barbaric actions, which follow a string of attacks on the Colombian security forces, and widespread oppression of communities, further call into question the ELN and EMBF’s interest in dialogue and desire for peace.

They must end this behaviour and make clear to the Colombian people their commitment to dialogue to give this political process any chance of success.

Let me conclude by underscoring the United Kingdom’s resolute commitment to support Colombia along its path to sustainable peace.
Flat A, 70 Elgin Avenue, London, W9 2HB: LON/00BK/F77/2025/0071
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-14)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of R Waterhouse FRICS on 28 April 2025

Read the full decision in CC 250428 Decision Template F77 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68109ec8ddb2b0afb5e041cd/CC_250428__Decision_Template_F77.pdf). Read the full decision in C 250428 Flat A 70 Eligin Avenue Summary Reasons Fair Rent (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68109be4b32979621447bf2a/C_250428_Flat_A_70_Eligin_Avenue_Summary_Reasons_Fair_Rent.pdf).
UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group: Joint Statements
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-15)

A collection of Joint Statements from the biannual UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group which discusses bilateral cooperation on financial regulatory issues.

This is a collection of the Joint Statements from the biannual UK-US Financial Regulatory Working Group (FRWG) held between HM Treasury and US Treasury and representatives from their respective supervisory authorities. These documents are released following meetings between the UK and US financial regulatory authorities to discuss bilateral cooperation on financial regulatory issues. The Joint Statements are published to reflect the outcomes and shared commitments.
Mr J Purgaus v Camberwell Superstores Ltd: 2306130/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-30)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J Purgaus v Camberwell Superstores Ltd: 2306130/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68d5246ce65dc716bfb1dda9/Mr_Jayram_Purgaus_v_Camberwell_Superstores_Ltd_2306130-2024_Judgment_7_July_2025.pdf).
Working for British Embassy Berne
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-20)


Current work opportunities

If you are interested in a job opportunity at the British Embassy in Berneor one of the other UK delegations, DIT offices or other government departments in Switzerland, please visit the FCDO Local Staff vacancies website (https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-7810a1ba3247/candidate)

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
EVAD Think Unified 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 EVAD Think Unified 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 EVAD Think Unified 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
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
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 H Jeffs v Countrywide Surveyors Ltd: 3311778/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms H Jeffs v Countrywide Surveyors Ltd: 3311778/2023 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686e36c92cfe301b5fb678e9/Ms_Helen_Jeffs_v_Countrywide_Surveyors_Limited-3311778-2023-_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
SPIRE HEALTHCARE GROUP UK 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 SPIRE HEALTHCARE GROUP UK 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 SPIRE HEALTHCARE GROUP UK 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
- 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.
Miss I Barnes v Third November Ltd: 6006290/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-20)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss I Barnes v Third November Ltd: 6006290/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a2f4e507f2cc15c9357343/Miss_I_Barnes_v_Third_November_Limited_6006290-2025_Judgment.pdf).
Driving Force Recruitment 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 Driving Force Recruitment 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 Driving Force Recruitment 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.