theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Janet Ashdown
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-07)

Janet is the Senior Non-Executive Member of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) Board. She also chairs the NDA Health, Safety, Security and Environment Committee and the Sustainability and Governance Committee. Janet worked for BP plc for over 30 years, holding a number of local and global positions in fuel supply, manufacturing, oil trading and retail marketing. She was a senior leader in BP, running BP’s UK retail and commercial fuel business in her last role. Until the end of 2012, Janet was Chief Executive Officer of Harvest Energy Ltd. Janet is also a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at Victrex plc, a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Corporate Sustainability and Remuneration Committees at RHI - Magnesita NV and is a Non-Executive Director at Stolt Nielsen. Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Board Appointed Non-Executive Member: June 2015 Reappointed: 1 February 2022 (for a 3rd term) Term ends: 31 May 2025

Janet is the Senior Non-Executive Member of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) Board. She also chairs the NDA Health, Safety, Security and Environment Committee and the Sustainability and Governance Committee.

Janet worked for BP plc for over 30 years, holding a number of local and global positions in fuel supply, manufacturing, oil trading and retail marketing. She was a senior leader in BP, running BP’s UK retail and commercial fuel business in her last role. Until the end of 2012, Janet was Chief Executive Officer of Harvest Energy Ltd.

Janet is also a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Remuneration Committee at Victrex plc, a Non-Executive Director and Chair of the Corporate Sustainability and Remuneration Committees at RHI - Magnesita NV and is a Non-Executive Director at Stolt Nielsen.

Nuclear Decommissioning Authority Board

Appointed Non-Executive Member: June 2015

Reappointed: 1 February 2022 (for a 3rd term)

Term ends: 31 May 2025
Leicester Riders Foundation
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 Leicester Riders Foundation 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 Leicester Riders Foundation recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
National external quality assessment (EQA) scheme for Bowel Cancer Screening Histopathology
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-06)

Bowel Cancer Screening Histopathology EQA Scheme

This document provides guidance on the:
- design of the scheme
- interpretation of results
- general requirements and responsibilities for laboratories and participants
- principles and methodology of operation for a consistent delivery across the nation
Reclaim excise duty on oils or biofuels used to generate electricity
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Use the online service or postal form EX55 to claim repayment of duty on oils or biofuels used to generate electricity.

To claim repayment of duty on oils or biofuels used to generate electricity, you can either:
- use the online service
- fill in the form on-screen, print and post it to HMRC
To use the online service, you need a Government Gateway user ID and password. If you do not have a user ID, you can create one when you use the service.

If you use the online form, you’ll get a reference number that you can use to track the progress of your form.

Email HMRC to ask for this form in Welsh (Cymraeg) (https://www.gov.uk/find-hmrc-contacts/treth-incwm-hunanasesiad-a-mwy#e-bost).

Before you start using the postal form

If you’re using an older browser, such as Internet Explorer 8, you’ll need to update it or use a different browser. Find out more about browsers (https://www.gov.uk/help/browsers).

You’ll need to fill in the form fully before you can print it. You cannot save a partly completed form so gather all your information together before you start to fill it in.

Biofuel traders and producers

HMRC will only accept your claim for repayment of duty on biofuels if you’re otherwise unable to set-off the duty against your normal liability.

You can do this on form HO10 (for deferment traders) by contacting HMRC (https://www.gov.uk/find-hmrc-contacts/mineral-oil-reliefs-enquiries) or on form HO930 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fuel-duty-return-and-payment-of-duty-for-biofuels-and-other-fuel-substitutes-ho930) (for biofuels producers).

Related forms and guidance

Motor and heating fuels used to generate electricity — relief from Excise Duty (Excise Notice 175) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/excise-notice-175-motor-and-heating-fuels-relief-from-excise-duty-oils-used-to-generate-electricity) Guidance on the relief from excise duty available for users of fuel used to generate electricity. It also explains your roles and responsibilities if you qualify for a claim.

Biofuels and other fuel substitutes (Excise Notice 179e) before 1 April 2022 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/excise-notice-179e-biofuels-and-other-fuel-substitutes) Guidance on the legal definitions of biofuel products, excise duty rates and the roles and responsibilities of producers (and in some cases, users) of these products.

Report Excise Duty on biofuels and other fuel substitutes (HO930) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/fuel-duty-return-and-payment-of-duty-for-biofuels-and-other-fuel-substitutes-ho930) Use form as a biofuels producer to declare your excise duty if you use or set aside more than 2,500 litres a year.
Social media use
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-08)

Follow the news and activities of the British High Commission in India.

As social media continues to evolve into one of the most important ways to communicate online, we are developing a strong presence across a range of channels, making us more accessible, more open and more transparent in the way we communicate.

You can follow us on:

Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/bhcindia): Follow updates on our events, news and activities from across India.

Twitter (http://twitter.com/ukinindia): Information for British Nationals in India, Department of International Trade (DIT) events, news and activities from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), British High Commission, Deputy High Commissions and British Trade Offices in India.

Instagram (https://instagram.com/ukinindia): Follow us for latest images and videos from across India.

Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/ukinindia/): Images from our events, High Commissioner’s and Deputy High Commissioner’s visits and ministerial visits.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/BritishHighCommissionIndia): Watch our videos with UK ministers, policy experts, case studies, and much more.

LinkedIn (https://in.linkedin.com/in/ukinindia) Invite to all professionals to join our network for opportunities.

Storify (http://storify.com/ukinindia): Follow our special packages on Storify.

Eventbrite (http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/british-high-commission-new-delhi-xx-xxxx-xxxx): Information about the events we organise from across India on Eventbrite.

Blogs (https://www.gov.uk/government/world-location-news/foreign-office-bloggers-in-india--2): Read the latest blogs by our bloggers in India.

Foursquare (https://foursquare.com/ukinindia): Follow us on Foursquare for latest updates.

Snapchat: Add UKinIndia for snapchat stories from our network across India.

Periscope: Follow UKinIndia on Periscope to watch live videos of events from our network across India.

Vine (https://vine.co/u/1063768676618121216): Follow UKinIndia and watch short videos of our events from across the India network.

Shorthand Social (https://social.shorthand.com/UKinIndia): Follow UKinIndia for stories, images and videos of our events.

Soundcloud (https://soundcloud.com/user-267436238-547302245): Follow UKinIndia and listen to our soundcloud stream

WhatsApp: You can also join us on WhatsApp. Send a ‘hello’ to +91-965414882 and get updates on ministerial visits and events.

Follow DIT India on Twitter (https://twitter.com/tradegovukInd) and LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/grp/home?gid=xx-xxxx-xxxx)
Our governance
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

The following list has been prepared by the British Embassy Kinshasa for the convenience of British Nationals who may require this service.

The following list of funeral directors has been prepared by the British Embassy Kinshasa for the convenience of British Nationals who may require this service and assistance in DRC. It is provided on the understanding that we the British Embassy do not assume or undertake any legal responsibility, to you, or those affected, if you choose to take it into account when instructing a local funeral director.
Review of Pakistan IP Regime
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-15)

Update on 2020 regime review with a special focus on IP enforcement

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO), Department for Business & Trade (DBT), and British High Commission in Pakistan have published an updated review of Pakistan’s intellectual property (IP) regime, with particular emphasis on enforcement mechanisms.

This comprehensive report, conducted by UK IP senior IP consultant Tom Pengelly, builds upon the 2020 Pakistan IP regime review through four months of research including stakeholder consultations and fieldwork in Islamabad.

The study evaluates developments in Pakistan’s IP framework since 2020, highlighting both enforcement challenges and opportunities for enhancement. It provides strategic recommendations to address IP-related obstacles facing UK and Pakistani rights holders whilst supporting Pakistan’s Intellectual Property Organisation (IPOP) in meeting international IP standards.

The report identifies potential areas for strengthened UK-Pakistan IP cooperation, with recommendations designed to promote economic development through improved innovation and trade facilitation. The findings aim to support Pakistan’s alignment with global IP best practices whilst fostering bilateral commercial relationships.
Sexually transmitted infections: South East data
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-15)

Reports presenting data since 2020 for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the South East of England.

These reports summarise the annual data for STIs in the South East.

Previous reports (https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ukgwa/20220428055209/https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/sexually-transmitted-infections-south-east-data) were published by Public Health England.
Eventing courses
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-28)

This publication is intended for Valuation Officers. It may contain links to internal resources that are not available through this version.

1. Market Appraisal

Eventing (sometimes referred to as horse trials) is a sport that comprehensively tests the all-round ability of both horse and rider. Originally devised as a form of competition for cavalry horses, it draws on the requirements for a top-class officer’s charger: obedience, agility, suppleness, stamina and boldness across country.

These traits are demonstrated in the skill and precision needed for dressage and show-jumping and the flair and courage needed to negotiate the solid, fixed obstacles of a cross-country course.

A top level “Three Day Event” (which probably actually takes place over four days, to provide sufficient time for the dressage element) will be made up of the following tests:

Dressage:

Each movement is designed to test calmness and precision. This is not easy with a fit horse, bursting with energy.

Cross Country:

This originally comprised 4 distinct, but continuous phases:

Phase A - Roads and tracks (3,300 - 4,500 metres)

Phase B - Steeplechase (2,070 – 2,415m + 8 - 12 fences)

Phase C - Roads and Tracks (6,500 - 9,000m)

(Horse inspection)
- Phase D - Cross-country obstacles (4,500 – 5,500m + 25 - 30 fences) but following FEI (Federation Equestre Internationale) recommendations most events only now run Phase D even at the highest level.
Jumping:

A show-jumping format, in an arena.

However most of the eventing that takes place in the UK is of a more modest standard and is usually confined to one day competitions (“One Day Events”). Whilst retaining the three main tests, they are taken in the order dressage, show jumping and cross-country, with the latter omitting the roads and tracks and steeplechase phases. During a season (spring to early autumn), there may be in the order of 180 such One Day Events across England and Wales, in contrast to barely a handful of Three Day Events. The two largest events in the UK both televised on national television being Badminton (May) and Burghley (September).

2. Changes From the Last Practice Note

There are no changes from the broad principles followed for the 2010 Rating Lists and the approach therefore remains the same.

3. Ratepayer Discussions

None at present.

4. Valuation Scheme

As a matter of pragmatism, if full accounts are not available, the valuer may need to resort to adopting a percentage of gross receipts for the event. Bearing in mind that income levels fluctuate and are very speculative, the percentage to be adopted should be towards the lower end of the Leisure Attractions spectrum, in the 4% to 7% range. Where possible comparison should be made with other courses in both estimating receipts and percentages, but also the number of spectators/ participants and the number of days on which events are held.

See the valuation guidance within ‘RM : S6 : Pt3 : S1085 : Leisure Attractions: Practice Note 1 : 2017 (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rating-manual-section-6-part-3-valuation-of-all-property-classes/section-1085-leisure-attractions)
Algeria-UK trade: export and investment guidance and support
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-19)

DBT provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in Algeria, and Algerian companies set up and invest in the UK.

We offer expertise and contacts through our extensive network of specialists in the UK, and staff in the British Embassy in Algeria.

Set up a business and invest in the UK

Discover investment opportunities and learn how your business can expand to the UK on Business.gov.uk (https://www.business.gov.uk/invest-in-uk/expand-your-business-in-the-uk/).

Buy from the UK

Find exceptional and creative UK trade partners with DBT’s Find a Supplier service on Business.gov.uk (https://www.business.gov.uk/invest-in-uk/buy-from-the-uk/).

Export to Algeria from the UK

UK companies can increase their sales, growth and stability by selling to Algeria.

On Business.gov.uk, DBT provides:
- an export guide to Algeria (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/markets/algeria/)
- practical export advice (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/learn/categories/)
- export opportunities (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-opportunities/)
- export finance and related guidance (https://www.business.gov.uk/get-finance/)
Export licensing and special rules for Algeria

Information on products or services which require licences for supply outside of the UK (https://www.gov.uk/starting-to-export/licences).
Acquisition of a 75% shareholding in Fireblitz Extinguisher Limited and Fireblitz Europe Limited by Maple Armor Group Corporation: notice of final order
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-22)

Notice of final order.

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster has made a Final Order under the National Security and Investment Act 2021 in respect of the acquisition of a 75% shareholding in Fireblitz Extinguisher Limited and Fireblitz Europe Limited by Maple Armor Group Corporation.
D Hankins Farms (NPS/WR/045831): application made to abstract water
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

The Environment Agency has received an application from D Hankins Farms for a licence to abstract (take) water.

The Environment Agency consult the public on certain applications for the abstraction and impoundment of water.

These notices explain:

what the application is about

which Environment Agency offices you can visit to see the application documents on the public register

when you need to comment by
GSL Dardan Ltd t/as Dardan Security
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 GSL Dardan Ltd t/as Dardan Security 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 GSL Dardan Ltd t/as Dardan Security recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Specialist Event Services 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 Specialist Event Services 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 Specialist Event Services 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:

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.
Huddersfield Town Foundation
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 Huddersfield Town Foundation 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 Huddersfield Town Foundation 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:

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.
SZ v Disclosure and Barring Service: [2025] UKUT 372 (AAC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Hansen on 30 October 2025.

Read the full decision in UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-V (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/691db375513046b952c50069/UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-V.pdf).

Judicial Summary

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 – section 4(2)(a) – Appellant’s case was that barring order was disproportionate because a less intrusive measure was available in the form of an order from another regulator – Upper Tribunal considered for itself whether decision was proportionate and decided it was.

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (65.9 – Findings of Fact)

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 – section 4(2)(b) – Appellant challenged a number of the findings of fact made by the DBS on which its decision was based – Upper Tribunal assessed the evidence, including limited new evidence, and found no material mistakes.
Product Safety Report: EROS-1 Baby Stroller (2410-0025)
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-08)

Product Safety Report for EROS-1 Baby Strollers presenting a serious risk of choking and injuries.

Summary

Product: EROS-1 Baby Stroller

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of choking as small parts can detach from the restraint strap.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of choking as it has been identified that the label on the restraint strap may become loose and detach, producing a small part capable of fitting entirely inside of a small parts cylinder. A young child may put the label in their mouth and choke.

The product also presents a risk of injuries as the product’s restraint system did not have the crotch restraint integrated. As a result, the child would not be properly secured if both restraints were not in use, potentially causing the child to slip and injure themselves. The product further presents a risk of injuries as exposed sharp edges were found during testing.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD number: 2410-0025

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Mr R Gordon v Frank Bryant Haulage Contractor: 8001261/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Gordon v Frank Bryant Haulage Contractor: 8001261/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c407f3d65a1a2a5172aa6f/Mr_R_Gordon_v_Frank_Bryant_Haulage_Contractor_-_8001261.2025_-_Judgment.pdf).
Maddison Coaching 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 Maddison Coaching 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 Maddison Coaching 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
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers -Always offering a 20% discount to members of the armed forces community

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 P Brankov v Paragon Staff Ltd: 6019794/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr P Brankov v Paragon Staff Ltd: 6019794/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68668ba8adfe29730ea3aa26/Mr_P_Brankov_v_Paragon_Staff_Ltd_-_6019794_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Prior authority for contempt and breaches of part 1 injunctions
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-11)

The Magistrates Billing team will now consider prior authority requests in contempt and breach of anti-social behaviour injunction cases.

Further to the news story on Monday 3 February, we are a moving the consideration of prior authority requests in contempt and breach of anti-social behaviour injunction cases.

The new email address to send requests for prior authority in contempt and breach of part 1 injunction cases is xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx), the same as for cost increases for contempt.

An amendment has been made to the published guidance.

More information

For guidance on the funding of civil contempt, how to apply, and how to get paid, see Apply for legal aid for civil contempt cases (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-legal-aid-for-civil-contempt-cases)

For guidance on the funding of breach of anti-social behaviour injunctions, how to apply, and how to get paid, see Apply for legal aid for breach of Part 1 injunctions under the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66e752283f1299ce5d5c3ece/part-1-asbcpa-injunctions-guidance.pdf)
Deporting foreign nationals on conducive grounds: caseworker guidance
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Immigration staff guidance on deportation on the ground it is conducive to the public good.

UK Visas and Immigration guidance on how staff make deportation decisions in respect of:
- any non-British citizen who does not have rights protected under the Agreements regardless of when the conduct occurred
- any person who has rights protected by the Agreements (or the UK’s domestic implementation of the Agreements) in relation to conduct that occurred after 23:00 GMT on 31 December 2020
Read the guidance on EEA decisions taken on the grounds of public policy (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/eea-decisions-taken-on-grounds-of-public-policy).

We are aware this publication may have accessibility issues. We are reviewing it so that we can fix these.

Read more about our accessible documents policy (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/home-office/about/accessible-documents-policy).
Ms E Hennell-Whittington v W Metcalfe & Sons Ltd: 2502459/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-13)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms E Hennell-Whittington v W Metcalfe & Sons Ltd: 2502459/2022 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65366969e839fd000d867375/Ms_E_Hennell-Whittington_v_W_Metcalfe___Sons_Ltd_2502459-2022_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms E Hennell-Whittington v W Metcalfe & Sons Ltd: 2502459/2022 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65f430c2fa1851001a0117d1/Ms_Hennell-Whittington_v_W__Metcalfe___Sons_Ltd_2502459-2022_reasons.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms E Hennell-Whittington v W Metcalfe & Sons Ltd: 2502459/2022 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67851e313ef063b15dca0efe/Ms_E_Hennell-Whittington_2502459-2022_Judgment_.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms E Hennell-Whittington v W Metcalfe & Sons Ltd: 2502459/2022 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67851e71f029f40e508816fa/Ms_E_Hennell-Whittington_v_W_Metcalfe___Sons_Ltd_2502459-2022_Written_Reasons.pdf).
FS Events 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 FS Events 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 FS Events 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
- 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.
Export cats and dogs to the Dominican Republic: certificate 3899
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)

Use these forms and guidance document to export cats or dogs to the Dominican Republic.

Exporting from England, Scotland and Wales

If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you must apply to DAERA (#other-ways).

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68efca218427701993d5e127/3899EHC-guidance.pdf)

Download a specimen certificate Export cats and dogs to the Dominican Republic: EHC 3899, version 3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bc5ebc6ed915d0b0349a640/3899EHC_V3.pdf)

2. Apply online

You’ll need:
- a Government Gateway account
- a Defra account
If you don’t already have them you’ll need to register for these accounts (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-register-for-export-health-certificate-ehc-online), and so will your official vet or inspector (http://apha.defra.gov.uk/official-vets/Guidance/exports/ehc-online.htm).

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/3899EHC)

Registration takes around 5 minutes. Official vets and inspectors will also need to have their registration checked by APHA.

Register and sign in as an official vet or inspector (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/certify-an-export-health-certificate).

Read the accessibility statement for this service (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/accessibility-statement-for-export-health-certificates-online).

Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for multiple certificates
Exporting from Northern Ireland

If you’re in Northern Ireland you’ll need to upload your application for DAERA.

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68efca218427701993d5e127/3899EHC-guidance.pdf)

Download and fill in Export cats and dogs to the Dominican Republic: EHC 3899, version 3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bc5ebc6ed915d0b0349a640/3899EHC_V3.pdf)

Upload your application (https://selfservice.daera-ni.gov.uk/Daera/Forms/#/export).

Make sure you use the latest version of the EHC as they are sometimes updated. The latest version is on this page.

If you do not use the latest version, DAERA will not accept your application.

Help with your application

In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

In Northern Ireland, call DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges).
Best Value Notices for local authorities
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-17)

Details of Best Value Notices issued to local authorities.

The government is committed to engaging early with local authorities of concern to better understand their organisational challenges and to support their locally-led improvement journeys.

Where government becomes aware that an authority is exhibiting early indications of potential Best Value failure, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government will consider issuing a ‘Best Value Notice’ to facilitate engagement with that authority and to obtain assurance of the steps it is taking to secure compliance with the Best Value Duty, as required by the Local Government Act 1999.

The Best Value Notice will state the government’s concerns with the authority and set clear expectations of the actions needed to assure the government that the authority is making arrangements to secure continuous improvement in the way in which its functions are exercised.

Best Value Notices will be published on this page to ensure local authorities’ improvement work is transparent and open to external scrutiny.
Sealand ranges firing times
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)

Warning notice of firing at Sealand ranges.

The range danger area consists of the Dee Salt Marshes and has no tracks or road network.

Do not enter the danger area when the range is in use, this is a danger to life. If ‘red flags’ or lights are hoisted, regardless of the timings, do not enter the training area. Learn more about accessing MOD training areas safely (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/safe-access).

The full perimeter of the range danger area is signed to warn the public of the danger. Red flags will be flown when the range is in use.

Updated information on the firing taking place on Sealand Range Complex can be obtained by ringing:
- Ops Room (24 hours): xx-xxxx-xxxx
- Sealand Range: xx-xxxx-xxxx /xx-xxxx-xxxx
- Main Office: xx-xxxx-xxxx
Related links

Accessing MOD training areas safely (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/safe-access) UK military firing times for all ranges (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/firing-notice) Public access to military areas (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-access-to-military-areas)
Permanent Secretary Office for National Statistics Appointed
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)

Darren Tierney appointed to the role of Permanent Secretary of the Office for National Statistics

The Cabinet Secretary, with the approval of the Prime Minister, has appointed Darren Tierney as the new Permanent Secretary of the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Darren, who is currently the Director General Propriety and Constitution Group in the Cabinet Office, will start the role next week.

He will lead the ONS at a critical time as it undergoes significant reforms to its organisational culture and management and as it improves the accuracy of key statistics under its Plan for ONS Economic Statistics.

The government recently announced the separation of the role of National Statistician from the Permanent Secretary of the ONS, as recommended by the recent review (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/independent-review-of-the-performance-and-culture-of-the-office-for-national-statistics/independent-review-by-sir-robert-devereux-kcb-june-2025) by Sir Robert Devereux. This is a two year fixed term appointment.

Civil Service Chief Operating Officer and Cabinet Office Permanent Secretary, Cat Little said:

I congratulate Darren on his appointment as Permanent Secretary of the Office for National Statistics. I know that Darren will bring his inspiring leadership, experience and professionalism to the role at this important moment for the organisation as it takes forward reforms and continues to improve its provision of top-quality statistics and build a strong organisational culture.

I want to thank Emma Rourke for covering the combined Permanent Secretary role since 9 May 2025, and for the progress her and her team have made in the initial response to the Devereux report. Emma will continue to be Acting National Statistician while a full external recruitment campaign is conducted.

Incoming Permanent Secretary, Darren Tierney said:

I am delighted to be appointed to the Permanent Secretary role leading the Office for National Statistics. It’s an incredibly important time for the Department and I’m looking forward to working with colleagues in the ONS and its many critical partners.

Chair of the UK Statistics Authority Board, Robert Chote said:

I am very pleased that Darren Tierney will be joining the Office for National Statistics as its new Permanent Secretary. Darren is a person of integrity and strong values with over 20 years of policy, strategic and corporate experience across the civil service, including the management of transformation programmes. Working with Emma Rourke, Acting National Statistician, and our wonderful colleagues at the ONS, I am confident that he will foster a healthy positive culture in the organisation and ensure that it is led and managed in a way that allows it to deliver to its full potential.

The appointment follows an internal recruitment exercise. An external competition will be launched shortly to appoint a new National Statistician.

ENDS
Introduction to Bulk Import Reduced Data Set (BIRDS)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-16)

Introduction to Bulk Import Reduced Data Set (BIRDS)

The Bulk Import Reduced Data Set (BIRDS) is a customs procedure that allows authorised traders to declare multiple low-value imports under £135 on a single customs declaration with reduced data. This process provides relief from customs duty. To be eligible for BIRDS, VAT must be collected at point of sale by the seller or online marketplace and remitted to HMRC through a VAT return.
DSIT Public Engagement Survey: Information for Participants
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-08)

What you need to know about being part of the DSIT Public Engagement Survey

The DSIT Public Engagement Survey is a continuous push to web survey of UK adults aged 16 and over. The survey will be a main evidence source for DSIT and its sectors by providing statistically representative national estimates of adult engagement with DSIT’s sectors.

This page contains guidance for households that are randomly selected to receive an invitation to participate in the survey.