theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Regional Flood and Coastal Committee Chair Appointments
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

Reappointments confirmed by Defra

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is pleased to announce the re-appointment of three RFCC Chairs:

Brian West Stewart as the Anglian (Great Ouse) Chair from 2 January 2025 until 31 May 2027.

Martin Hurst as the Southern RFCC Chair from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026.

Richard Powell Anglian (Eastern) RFCC Chair from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2028.

We have also appointed David Jenkins as the new Acting Chair for the Wessex RFCC for 6 months. This follows the conclusion of the previous Chair’s tenure and comes as we begin the recruitment process for a new permanent Chair.

Background details on Acting Wessex Chair: David Jenkins

David was previously a Chair of Wessex RFCC for a period of 10 years and has a strong knowledge of the Committee’s area, its work programme and the local flood and coastal erosion risk management (FCERM) issues. His appointment will last for six months, from 1 January 2025, whilst Defra completes an open competition for a new Chair. The role will be advertised in the coming months on GOV.UK.

David Jenkins is by background a solicitor, having worked mainly in the public service.

He worked with Oxfordshire County Council, the Welsh Local Government Ombudsman, and Hampshire County Council, before moving to Dorset County Council, where he was Chief Executive for nearly 14 years. He has held various non executive roles, including Deputy Chair of NHS Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group, President of the Dorset Association of Parish and Town Councils, Board Member of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, and Chair of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Endowment Trust.

He has conducted inquiries and reviews for other local authorities and for DEFRA, and was deputy chair of the board of a multi academy learning trust.

He was also a board member of the Association of Drainage Authorities and of the Somerset Rivers Authority.

David is currently a deputy lieutenant of Dorset, Chairman of the Burton Bradstock Festival of Music and Art, and is involved in a number of local arts charities.
Climate Adaptation Research and Innovation Framework
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

The Climate Adaptation Research and Innovation Framework sets out key climate adaptation research and innovation challenges for the UK.

This Climate Adaptation Research and Innovation Framework outlines the research and innovation (R&I) needed to support adaptation plans across UK governments and sectors.

Produced under the guidance of the government’s Climate Adaptation Research and Innovation Board (https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/climate-adaptation-research-and-innovation-board), it identifies the main climate adaptation research and innovation challenges that can help us address climate risks and opportunities identified in the third UK Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA3).

The framework supports an evidence-based programme of public sector research and innovation and provides information for businesses and academics working on climate adaptation related research.
Kendra Energy Solutions 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 Kendra Energy Solutions 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 Kendra Energy Solutions 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 Cadets
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
IDG54800 - Information disclosure Gateways with other government departments: Student Loan Company
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-04)


HMRC can share necessary information for collecting Student Loans process, but only with the Department for Education (DfE) or the Student Loan Company (SLC). This information is predominantly shared by HMRC operational unit East Kilbride Student Loans Unit (EKSLU).

The East Kilbride Student Loans Unit (EKSLU) deals with:
- Student Loan Exception handling and day to day Student Loan work.
- Student Loan Customer trace and match process (CTMP) work.
- Student Loan Validating Household Income (VHI) work.
The CS&TD Collection of Student Loans policy and technical team will also be involved across all subjects on a day to day basis.

Legislation which allows disclosure
- Section 24 of the Teaching and Higher Education Act 1998.
It is important to note when considering this provision that Schedule 2 Part 2 of CRCA specifically provides that only information held or obtained in connection with former Inland Revenue functions may be disclosed under this gateway. See IDG40470 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/information-disclosure-guide/idg40470) for details of former Inland Revenue functions.

Devolved administrations

This guidance applies to the whole of the United Kingdom.

Further guidance

If you receive a request for Student Loans information and are unsure how to proceed, please contact the Student Loans Unit in East Kilbride for advice (see IDG80100 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/information-disclosure-guide/idg80100)).

If a request for Student Loan information is received from any organisation other than DfE or the SLC, please contact your Security & Information Business Partner (SIBP) for advice.
L Kemplay v TFAS Wealth Ltd: 6000657/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in L Kemplay v TFAS Wealth Ltd: 6000657/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/675803de7ec19a3516f79ab6/Mr_L_Kemplay_v_TFAS_Wealth_Ltd_6000657.2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in L Kemplay v TFAS Wealth Ltd: 6000657/2024 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6864f8c3e6557c544c74db07/Leon_Kemplay_v_TFAS_Welath_Ltd_6000657.2024.pdf).
Regulatory regime for cryptoassets (regulated activities) – Draft SI and Policy Note
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-29)

A draft of forthcoming statutory provisions to create new regulated activities for cryptoassets, and an explainer document detailing the intended policy outcomes of these provisions.

In October 2023, HM Treasury published detailed proposals for creating a UK financial services regulatory regime for cryptoassets, including stablecoin.

On 21 November 2024, the government confirmed that it will proceed with introducing this regime, broadly in line with the previously published proposals.

This will see the creation of new regulated activities such as operating a cryptoasset trading exchange and stablecoin issuance, as well as market abuse and admissions and disclosures regimes.

The government is now publishing draft statutory provisions associated with the new regulated activities for cryptoassets, accompanied by an explanatory policy note.

The government will publish statutory provisions for the market abuse and admissions and disclosures regimes in due course.

HM Treasury welcomes any technical comments on this draft SI by 23 May 2025.
Public Hearing Decision in the case of Darren Mackrell
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-09)

You will find attached the decision following the application for the parole hearing of Darren Mackrell to allow the public to observe the hearing.

A judicial Parole Board member, on behalf of the Board Chair, has not granted the application for Darren Mackrell’s parole hearing to be made public.

More information about the reasons for this decision are attached.

For more detail on applying for a parole hearing to be made public, please read more here: Applying for a Parole review to be public - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/applying-for-a-parole-review-to-be-public)
D Barnes v J & K Global Foods Ltd: 6005238/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in D Barnes v J & K Global Foods Ltd: 6005238/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c1e61368a61757838d2169/Barnes_v_JK_Global_Foods_Ltd_-_6005238_-_2024__Jmt_only_.pdf).
Academies: making significant changes or closure by agreement
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-11)

Guidance for academy trusts planning to make organisational changes or close an academy by mutual agreement with the Secretary of State.

Academy trusts must use the tier 1 or tier 3 application forms to apply for a significant change. From 1 May 2024, applications submitted using the previous ‘full business case application form’ and ‘fast track application form’ will no longer be processed.

The guidance on making significant changes to an open academy is for academy trusts wishing to make organisational changes to a school. Those include:
- physical expansion
- merging with another academy
- changing the school’s age range
- changing the school’s faith designation
The guidance sets out the significant change process and explains which application form to complete. It also sets out pupil place planning roles and a framework for collaborative school place planning. This is useful for:
- local authorities
- academies
- schools
- school governors
- trustees
- dioceses
The guidance on closure of an academy by mutual agreement explains when closure might be an appropriate solution to address standards or viability issues. It:
- sets out the process for closing an academy by mutual agreement with the Secretary of State
- provides guidance about when academy trusts should talk to other parties
British Embassy Juba
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-23)

The British Embassy in South Sudan maintains and develops relations between the UK and South Sudan.

We work closely with the Government of the Republic of South Sudan to build upon our strong bilateral relationship and to support peace and capacity-building.

We work to support conflict prevention and conflict resolution across the 10 states. Within this, supporting core human rights, democratic governance, and accountability is central.

Find out more on our UK and South Sudan news page (https://www.gov.uk/world/south-sudan/news). We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting South Sudan. You can access UK government services while in South Sudan (https://www.gov.uk/world/south-sudan).

If you’re travelling in South Sudan, see our South Sudan travel advice (https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-sudan).

Getting help

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

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

Get an emergency travel document

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Development work with South Sudan

The UK government supports international development through long-term partnerships. These are tailored to the needs of each country the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office works with, built on mutual accountability and transparency. Sustainable development is central to UK foreign policy, and we are working to go further and faster to reduce poverty globally.

For up-to-date information on the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) programme work in South Sudan, view the Development Tracker (https://devtracker.fcdo.gov.uk/countries/SS).
Bowel cancer screening: accessible format informed choice letter content
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-09)

Guidance for bowel cancer screening providers on using national accessible format letter content to support informed choice.

Bowel cancer screening hubs and services should use standard letter templates contained in the national Bowel Cancer Screening System (BCSS) database when inviting individuals for screening and when communicating results of screening tests.

People with a learning disability

Services can use and adapt the relevant easy read format content from the versions above when communicating with individuals with a learning disability and others who struggle with written English.

The easy read invitation letter should be used together with a copy of the bowel cancer screening easy guide (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/bowel-cancer-screening-easy-guide). The 3 easy read result letters – ‘no further tests required’, ‘previous cancer, no further tests required’ and ‘more tests needed’ – can be used and adapted as appropriate according to an individual’s screening result.

People with a hearing loss

People with hearing loss who use British Sign Language (BSL) should be directed to the BSL signed content.
Ms A Arthur v Medway Council and T Gardiner: 2303781/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms A Arthur v Medway Council and T Gardiner: 2303781/2023 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69120307663088df8f54f4ad/Ms_A_Arthur_v_1._Medway_Council_-_HR_Services__2.Theresa_Gardiner_2303781-2023_Dismissal_Judgment_20-Sep-24.pdf).
Castleford Rugby League Football Club
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 Castleford Rugby League Football Club 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 Castleford Rugby League Football Club 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:

Castleford Tigers Rugby League Football Club show their support for the Armed Forces Community in inviting the Armed Forces to a chosen fixture each year;

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.
AAIB Report: Extra EA-200, G-EEEK, 13 July 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Report into fatal accident involving an Extra EA-200 (G-EEEK), Spanhoe Airfield, Northamptonshire on 13 July 2024

After flying to Spanhoe Airfield, Northamptonshire, the pilot of G-EEEK pitched the aircraft into a vertical climb and completed a manoeuvre from which the aircraft entered an upright flat spin to the left. The aircraft was not recovered before it struck the ground, and the pilot was fatally injured.

The investigation was unable to establish why the pilot flew such manoeuvres, unapproved and at low level. It was not possible to exclude a control restriction or a pilot incapacitation for the lack of sufficient recovery before the aircraft struck the ground.

Read the report. (https://www.gov.uk/aaib-reports/aaib-investigation-to-extra-ea-200-g-eeek)
ARLA FOODS 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 ARLA FOODS 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 ARLA FOODS 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
- 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.
Government Annuities Investment Fund accounts
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-28)

A collection of the annual report and accounts of the Government Annuities Investment Fund.

The Commissioners for the Reduction of the National Debt publish annual report and accounts for the Government Annuities Investment Fund.

These papers are laid before Parliament in response to a legislative requirement and are ordered to be printed by the House of Commons.
Fire safety: Approved Document B
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-11)

Building regulation in England covering fire safety matters within and around buildings.

Since April 2023, the Building Safety Regulator has a duty under the Building Safety Act 2022 to keep under review the safety and standards of all buildings in England, which includes advising government on updates to the Approved Documents.

Building regulations for fire safety in residential homes, including new and existing dwellings, flats, residential accommodation, schools, colleges and offices.

Updates of Approved Document B (Fire Safety) for 2025, 2026 and 2029

Updates to Approved Document B make provision for sprinklers in all new care homes and withdraw national classes (BS 476 fire tests).

These policy updates flow from the ‘Sprinklers in care homes; removal of national classes; and second staircases in residential buildings (https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/sprinklers-in-care-homes-removal-of-national-classes-and-staircases-in-residential-buildings)’ consultation that ran from December 2022 to March 2023.

Provision is made for sprinklers to be installed in new care homes.

Withdrawal of the outdated national classes fire testing standards is concluded, ending a long period of dual specification. The more robust European standard (BS EN 13501) remains in place.

Transition periods for both policy updates will offer certainty to investors and enable smooth transition without disrupting supply chains.

On 2 April 2020, as a response to the call for evidence: a technical review of Approved Document B of the building regulations (https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/technical-review-of-approved-document-b-of-the-building-regulations-a-call-for-evidence), ​a workplan (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/877365/Technical_review_of_Approved_Document_B_workplan.pdf) was released showing upcoming research to inform updates to fire safety guidance provided in Approved Document B.

The announcement of the new clarified Approved Document B is provided in the Circular (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/approved-document-b-july-2019-edition-circular-022019). A government response to the consultation (https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/fire-safety-clarification-of-statutory-guidance-approved-document-b) has been published.

We have also published frequently asked questions following the ban on combustible materials in external walls: Building (Amendment) Regulations 2018: frequently asked questions (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/building-amendment-regulations-2018-frequently-asked-questions)

Find historical documents relating to Approved Document B: Fire Safety (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/historical-documents-relating-to-approved-document-b-fire-safety).

Order printed copies

Online: RIBA books (https://www.ribabooks.com/approved-documents) Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx Email: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Gift Aid template letter for the end of year: method A
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

This template is for charity shops to use to advise donors of the proceeds of sale under method A at the end of the year.

Read section 3.42 of ‘Chapter 3: Gift Aid’ of Charities: detailed guidance notes on how the tax system operates (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/charities-detailed-guidance-notes) to find out when to use this letter and how to operate the retail Gift Aid Scheme.
Total Build Solutions 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 Total Build Solutions 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 Total Build Solutions 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
- 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.
Condition Improvement Fund: 2021 to 2022 outcome
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-01)

Information for academies, sixth-form colleges and voluntary-aided schools about the outcome of the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) 2021 to 2022.

Successful applications for CIF 2021 to 2022

The Department for Education (DfE) has published the Condition Improvement Fund 2021 to 2022 outcome. This will provide funding of almost £483 million for 1,466 projects at 1,199 academies, sixth-form colleges and voluntary-aided schools.

We have contacted all applicants to inform them of the outcome of their application. Further information setting out next steps for applicants has been provided.

CIF 2021 to 2022 appeals

We have published the list of successful appeals for the CIF 2021 to 2022 round. This will provide additional funding of £6.3 million for 20 projects at 20 additional academies, sixth-form colleges and voluntary-aided schools.

If you submitted an appeal and your project appears on this list, we will contact you to confirm what happens next.

If your project does not appear on the list, then your appeal has not been successful. This decision is final, there is no further stage in the appeals process, and we are unable to consider any requests to review this decision.

Feedback, scores and guidance are available through the CIF portal (https://dfe-capital.microsoftcrmportals.com/SignIn?ReturnUrl=%2F).

Final funding outcomes

We have published the final funding outcomes for the CIF 2021 to 2022 round. These make up the total amount of funding allocated to projects.

Contact

If you need further advice, contact us using the Customer Help Portal (https://customerhelpportal.education.gov.uk/).
Dr Christopher Day v Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust: [2025] EAT 123
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-19)

Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Mr Justice Sheldon on 19 August 2025.

Read the full judgment in Dr Christopher Day v Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust: [2025] EAT 123 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a44ad1a66f515db69343f7/Dr_Christopher_Day_v_Lewisham_and_Greenwich_NHS_Trust__2025__EAT_123.pdf).
Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025: section 45
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Information on UK legislation which ensures all EU citizens, and their family members, with EUSS status are treated as covered by the Withdrawal Agreement.

Section 45 confirms that all EU, other EEA and Swiss citizens, and their family members, with EUSS status will be treated as having rights under the Withdrawal Agreement with the EU, the Separation Agreement with the other EEA states (Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) or the Swiss Citizens’ Rights Agreement.
Company Names Tribunal decision: Siemens-USDT Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-03)

Decision for applicant Siemens Aktiengesellschaft against registration number 15935902, applicant successful.

Application number 5156

Applicant Siemens Aktiengesellschaft objected to the name used by Siemens-USDT Ltd under the Companies Act 2006.

This decision was undefended. ‘Undefended’ refers to decisions where there has been no defence in response to the application to the Company Names Tribunal.

Signed order

On the 27 May 2025 the adjudicator hereby gives notice under sections 73(4) and (5) of the Companies Act 2006 that the company name of Siemens-USDT Ltd is changed to 15935902, Ltd.
Home buying and selling reform
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-20)

​​​This consultation seeks views on proposals to improve the home buying and selling process.​​

​​We are consulting on proposals to address longstanding issues with our home buying and selling system. The current process is long, complicated and frustrating. It takes an average of 120 days to complete and around 1 in 3 transactions fail.

Subject to the outcome of this consultation, we will publish a roadmap setting out how government will transform home buying and selling over the course of this parliament.

We want to ensure future reforms are practical, enforceable and built to last, and to make sure that both consumers and professionals are confident that the system will change in a meaningful and sustainable way.

We welcome views from anyone who has an interest in home buying and selling, especially property professionals involved in home buying and selling and members of the public who have experienced the process as either a buyer or seller.

A Welsh (Cymraeg) version of this consultation is available (https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/diwygio-prynu-a-gwerthu-cartrefi.cy).
Registered provider social housing stock and rents in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-28)

This collection presents details of the stock owned by registered providers of social housing in England.

Based on data from the Regulator of Social Housing’s Local Authority Data Return (LADR) and Statistical Data Return (SDR) on an annual basis, it provides details of RP owned social housing stock and details rents reported for low cost rental accommodation (social and Affordable Rents) and provides comparisons of private registered provider and local authority registered provider stock and rents.

This statistical release was published for the first time in February 2021 (covering 2019-20 data). We welcome user feedback on how these statistics, their content and presentation meet user needs.

The registered provider social housing stock and rents in England statistics are considered by the United Kingdom Statistics Authority regulatory arm (the Office for Statistics Regulation) to have met the highest standards of trustworthiness, quality and public value.

User feedback

RSH is committed to continuous improvement of our statistical releases to ensure they meet the needs of our users. Feedback from those using the statistics is central to this.

Users are encouraged to provide comments and feedback on how these statistics are used and how they meet their needs either using any of the following routes:

The feedback rating icons on all published documents

Our RSH Statistical User Feedback Survey (https://forms.office.com/e/n4fGnXatGG)

Direct email contact (please send these entitled “RP statistics feedback” to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)).
Mr R Connor v Howden Joinery Ltd: 3300831/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Connor v Howden Joinery Ltd: 3300831/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681dc7dbf16c0654b1906044/Mr_R_Connor_v_Howden_Joinery_Ltd_3300831-2024_Strike_out_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr R Connor v Howden Joinery Ltd: 3300831/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a874ae969253904d1557be/Mr_R_CONNOR___v_-_Howden_Joinery_LTD___3300831-2024___Reconsideration_Judgment.pdf).
UK joint policy statement on extended producer responsibility for packaging
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

A joint policy statement from Defra, the Scottish Government, the Welsh Government and DAERA in Northern Ireland on extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging

This joint policy statement outlines the intended environmental effects of EPR for packaging and the methods to achieve them. The key outcomes include:
- the use of environmentally sustainable packaging
- the prevention of packaging becoming waste
- an increase in the reuse of packaging, and in the quantity and quality of packaging materials recycled
- a reduction in the packaging material placed on the market
The four nations view the delivery of these outcomes, facilitated by PackUK (the EPR for packaging Scheme Administrator), as crucial to supporting the transition to a circular economy while maximising the carbon efficiencies associated with the lifecycle of packaging materials. The statement also details the outcomes and deliverables that PackUK must achieve in the first year of the scheme, the core governance documents they must publish, and the deadlines for these publications.
Life of a company: event driven filings
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Information about changes that UK companies need to file with Companies House and the rules and requirements on how to submit them.

This guidance is for:
- directors
- secretaries
- people acting as advisers to UK registered companies
It covers what you need to file when particular changes occur within your company. This means Companies House can update the public record so searchers can access an up-to-date picture of your company.
Mrs S Hamilton v Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust: 2302014/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs S Hamilton v Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust: 2302014/2022 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6617d8a16b4cf65594d1ea13/Mrs_S_Hamilton_v_Epsom_and_St_Helier_University_Hospitals_NHS_Trust_2302014-2022_Judgment_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs S Hamilton v Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust: 2302014/2022 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67af22282c594609b38acdcf/Miss_S_Hamilton_v_Epsom_and_St_Helier_NHS_Trust_2302014-2022_Judgment_by_consent.pdf).
CHG406 - Defining and recording a complaint: Recognising Complaints
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-14)


To help you make informed decisions on defining and recognising complaints, always consider if it is otherwise clear from the customer’s contact with us that they are unhappy with the way we have handled their affairs and they have contacted us about this matter previously.

Similarly, if the issue was not “resolved at initial contact” and requires further consideration. It should be a complaint.

These indicate that the issue should be treated as a complaint and we will follow our complaints process (See CHG315). Complaints we record this way are those that meet our definition and provide the basis of our reporting.

You must use your judgement: some customers resent being told that they are making a complaint when that was not their intention. Don’t be afraid to define an issue as a complaint. Complaints data can give you early warning that something is not going as smoothly as expected. It offers the opportunity to fix things before they escalate and become a major problem.
Currency of invoice for UK trade with both EU and non-EU countries
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-24)

The Currency of Invoice for UK trade with countries outside the EU was collected under EU legislation from 2010 to 2020. It is being collected for all trade declared via Customs systems under UK legislation for 2021 onwards.

The Currency of Invoice for UK trade with countries outside the EU was collected under EU legislation from 2010 to 2020. It is being collected for all trade declared via Customs systems under UK legislation for 2021 onwards. This includes GB exports to the EU from 2021 and GB imports from the EU from 2022 onwards.
AB v AC and A Company: 6007872/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in AB v AC and A Company: 6007872/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68d2896bca266424b221b190/AB_v_AC__1__and_other_6007872_2024_PPH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Product Safety Report: Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest sold via Amazon (2510-0107)
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-27)

Product Safety Report for Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest presenting a serious risk of drowning.

Summary

Product: Petiyark Neoprene Swim Vest sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of drowning as it was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to be used correctly by a consumer.

Corrective action: The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product information

Hazard

The product has been assessed as presenting a risk of drowning as the buoyancy aid was accompanied with conflicting minimum or maximum sizing limits. Additionally, the front of one model is navy blue with no bright, conspicuous colours present, making it difficult for young children to be visible in the water.

The product was not supplied with the required compliance documentation or markings to be used correctly by a consumer, potentially resulting in a risk of drowning.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on Personal Protective Equipment.

Corrective action

We recommend owners stop using this product immediately. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.

The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2510-0107

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
AI Playbook for the UK Government
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-10)

The playbook offers guidance on using AI safely, effectively and securely for civil servants and people working in government organisations

The playbook includes 10 principles civil servants should uphold when using AI. It explains what AI is – including its capabilities, limitations and risks – and how to select, buy and deploy AI in government.

The playbook expands on the Generative AI Framework for HMG (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/generative-ai-framework-for-hmg) published in January 2024. This updated guidance covers new developments and we’ve retitled it to encompass a wider range of AI technologies.

You can order a print copy (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-buy-printed-copies-of-official-documents) of the playbook.
Hampton Lodge, 15 Cavendish Road, Sutton, Surrey SM2 5EY: LON/00BF/LEE/2024/0600
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-08)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Robert Latham and Richard Waterhouse FRICS on 23 July 2025

Read the full decision in Hampton Lodge, 15 Cavendish Road, Sutton, Surrey SM2 5EY: LON/00BF/LEE/2024/0600 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69177dcbbc34c86ce4e6e821/J_Latham_Hampton_Lodge_-_final_decision__23.7.25_.pdf).
Education Systems 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 Education Systems 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 Education Systems 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.
Dr Rajesh Khanna
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

Dr Rajesh Khanna is a consultant in emergency medicine and paediatric emergency medicine, as well as a general practitioner and urgent care lead at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. He is also a clinical advisor on urgent and emergency care for the North East and Yorkshire region for NHS England and a member of the NHS Northern England Clinical Senate. He was appointed as a clinical member of the Independent Reconfiguration Panel from 1 June 2021.

Dr Rajesh Khanna is a consultant in emergency medicine and paediatric emergency medicine, as well as a general practitioner and urgent care lead at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. He is also a clinical advisor on urgent and emergency care for the North East and Yorkshire region for NHS England and a member of the NHS Northern England Clinical Senate.

He was appointed as a clinical member of the Independent Reconfiguration Panel from 1 June 2021.
WV1 3DW, Dunton Environmental Limited: permit surrender issued - EPR/BP3331DD/S007
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-02)

View the surrender issued for Horseley Field Waste Treatment Facility, Wolverhampton under the Industrial Emissions Directive.

The Environment Agency publish surrenders that they issue under the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED).

This decision includes the surrender letter and decision document for:
- Operator name: Dunton Environmental Limited
- Installation name: Horseley Field Waste Treatment Facility
- Permit number: EPR/BP3331DD/S007