theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Working for British Embassy Berlin
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

Discover how the British Embassy builds partnerships, supports UK interests abroad, and promotes values through diplomacy, service, and collaboration.

General information

British Embassy Berlin and the consulates in Düsseldorf and Munich offer a wide range of opportunities. We accept applications for specific announcements of job vacancies but please note that we do not accept speculative applications and will not keep them on file.

Current work opportunities

We are currently recruiting for the position of Honorary Consul in Baden-Württemberg. This is a unique opportunity to represent British interests in the region.

Learn more about the role and how to apply (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/honorary-consul-baden-wurttemberg-recruitment).

The closing date for applications is 15 January 2026.

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

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.
Mr A Prunescu v SKS Contractors Ltd: 3310759/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Prunescu v SKS Contractors Ltd: 3310759/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a232057da1f1ac64e5fe92/Mr_A_Prunescu__v__SKS_Contractors_Ltd.3310759-2024_Judgment_...pdf).
CH810000 - Agent operational guidance: the role of agents: contents
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-01)


This page and chapter are under review as the relevant content is also published in the technical guidance chapters of the Compliance Handbook (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/compliance-handbook), within Compliance checks factsheets (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/hm-revenue-and-customs-compliance-checks-factsheets) and in Compliance checks guidance (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hmrc-compliance-checks-help-and-support). If you use particular pages regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) to let us know the specific content you find useful.
Mrs Russell's Sweets & Treats
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 Mrs Russell’s Sweets & Treats 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 Mrs Russell’s Sweets & Treats 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
- 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.
What importers should consider when choosing the authorisation type
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Information on what importers should consider when choosing the authorisation type.

The type of inward processing authorisation they apply for will depend on:
- whether the processing of IP goods will be carried out wholly in the UK
- whether importers intend to receive goods from another IP authorisation holder in the UK
- whether importers intend to receive goods from another customs procedure, for example Customs Warehousing or outward processing
- the frequency of their intended use of IP
Mr C Durueke v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 3311619/2022 and 3302551/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr C Durueke v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 3311619/2022 and 3302551/2023 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677baaf2d721a08c0066548f/Mr_C_Durueke_v_Royal_Mail_Group_Ltd_3311619_2022_and_3302551_2023_FMH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Mr R Ekundayo v J Murray: 6019885/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Ekundayo v J Murray: 6019885/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6847f459944a600f13bcb848/Mr_R_Ekundayo_v_Jess_Murray_-_6019885-2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr R Ekundayo v J Murray: 6019885/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686b9662a08d3a3ca3b677d1/Mr_R_Ekundayo_v_Jess_Murray_-_6019885-2024_-_Reconsideration.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr R Ekundayo v J Murray: 6019885/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68d10f9d275fc9339a248ad3/Mr_R_Ekundayo_v_Jess_Murray_-_6019885-2024_-_Reconsideration_2.pdf).
BoomBoom Media 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 BoomBoom Media 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 BoomBoom Media Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Discounts
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.
HMRC: spending over £500, June 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-31)

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS) over £500.

HMRC publishes details of all spending over £500 using an electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS) on a monthly basis. The ePCS has replaced the government procurement card (GPC).

This data is also available on data.gov.uk (http://data.gov.uk/dataset/government-procurement-card-use-hmrc).
Commercial baby food and drink: voluntary industry guidelines
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-22)

Voluntary industry guidelines for commercial baby food and drink aimed at children aged up to 36 months.

Guidelines for commercial baby food and drink aimed at children aged up to 36 months, so industry can:
- reduce levels of sugar and salt
- improve the marketing and labelling
The guidelines are relevant to:
- retailers
- commercial baby food manufacturers (referred to as manufacturers in the rest of the guidelines)
- trade associations
- non-governmental healthcare organisations
Conflict, Stability and Security Fund: Serious and Organised Crime programme summaries 2022 to 2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-30)

This page includes summaries of Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Serious Organised Crime programmes covering 2022 to 2023.

Programme summaries give an annual overview of each Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) programme. They explain what support the CSSF provided and intended outcomes, stating:

where the programme worked

what it is trying to achieve

the budget

the programme length

They break down programme activity into individual components or projects, with details of the lead UK government department and the organisations that are implementing the programme. View further detail on the programme summary form (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/understanding-a-conflict-stability-and-security-fund-programme-summary).

The CSSF aims to publish information for all programmes. However, because some of the CSSF’s work is very sensitive, we cannot publish details of all programmes. The 2 main reasons are:

to protect national security interests

for the safety and security of beneficiaries, partners and partner governments

The UK Integrated Security Fund (UKISF) (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-integrated-security-fund/about) replaced the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund in April 2024.
Nigel Ferguson Fabricators 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 Nigel Ferguson Fabricators 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 Nigel Ferguson Fabricators 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 Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- 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.
58 Cotton Avenue, London, W3 6YF: LON/OOAJ/MNR/2025/0938
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-11)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Shepherd and Carolyn Barton FRICS  on 24 November 2025

Read the full decision in 58 Cotton Ave decision form (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69296c8d2a37784b16ecf6ba/58_Cotton_Ave_decision_form_.pdf). Read the full decision in 251124 Summary Reasons-25_11_2025 12_09 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69296ccb345e31ab14ecf6db/251124_Summary_Reasons-25_11_2025_12_09.pdf).
Lily and Lime LD CIC
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 Lily and Lime LD CIC 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 Lily and Lime LD CIC 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.
Mr J M R Monteiro v Virpas Auto Ltd: 6001151/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J M R Monteiro v Virpas Auto Ltd: 6001151/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68639f9b08bf2f5376121a63/6001151-_2025_-Mr_J_M_Rodrigues_Monteiro_v_Virpas_Auto_Ltd.pdf).
TTMGLOSSARY - Glossary
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-08)


A (#A) B (#B) C (#C) D (#D) E (#E) F (#F) G (#G) I (#I) L (#L) M (#M) N (#N) O (#O) P (#P) Q (#Q) R (#R) S (#S) T (#T) V (#V) W (#W)

Many of the technical terms used in Tonnage Tax are defined in the legislation (andlisted in paragraph 147):

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Poseidon Cables
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 Poseidon Cables 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 Poseidon Cables 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.
A Hunter v Northern Divers (Engineering) Ltd: 6000042/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in A Hunter v Northern Divers (Engineering) Ltd: 6000042/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6641eb8f993111924d9d32fc/Angela_Hunter_v_Northern_Divers__Engineering__Limited_6000042-2024_Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Hunter v Northern Divers (Engineering) Ltd: 6000042/2024 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68415be539a53c0dca9fe84d/Hunter_V_Northern_Divers__Engineering__Limited_-_6000042.2024_.pdf).
DSIT: prompt payment data, April to June 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-17)

How long the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) takes to pay invoices.

The percentage of invoices paid by DSIT within 5 days and within 30 days of receipt. The data is published in yearly quarters.

This data is also available on data.gov.uk:
- DSIT: prompt payment data (https://www.data.gov.uk/dataset/e4fe7ab9-3ee2-429a-886e-19d2b714e412/dsit-prompt-payment-data)
Diagnostic waiting times and activity for December 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-13)

Diagnostic waiting times and activity for 15 key diagnostic tests and procedures. The data is available through a monthly collection.

The monthly diagnostics collection collects data on waiting times and activity for 15 key diagnostic tests and procedures. Data are shown at provider organisation level, from NHS Trusts, NHS Foundation Trusts and Independent Sector Providers. Data are also shown by Commissioning organisation, which are mainly Integrated Care Boards, but in addition, NHS England also nationally commissions some specialised services. Data for this collection is available back to January 2006.

Accredited official statistics are produced impartially and free from any political influence.
Trade remedies notice: definitive anti-dumping duty on certain excavators originating from China
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

The Secretary of State for Business and Trade is applying a definitive anti-dumping duty on certain excavators originating from China.

The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has accepted a recommendation made by the Trade Remedies Authority, and is giving effect to that recommendation, under subsection 13(2) of, and paragraphs 20(5)(a) and (c) of Schedule 4 to, the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018 to apply a definitive anti-dumping duty on certain excavators originating from China.
Apply for a coach to travel at 100km/h in France
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-22)

You must get approval for a public service vehicle (PSV) to travel at up to 100 kilometres per hour (km/h) in France by having a 'Vitesse 100 examination'.

Use this form to apply for a Vitesse 100 examination, even if a PSV is due to have another test (for example, a certificate of initial fitness (COIF) test) carried out at the same time.

Send the form online

Download and fill in the application form.

Save the application form on your computer.

Send the application form to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) using the service to apply for a vehicle test for a coach (https://www.gov.uk/apply-vehicle-test-certificate-coach-bus).

Pay the application fee of £20.50 by credit or debit card (DVSA will tell you how to do this after you’ve applied), or by cheque or using a pre-funded account (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/vosa-pre-funded-customer-account-application-form).

Send the form by post

You can also send the application by post.

DVSA PSV Section

PSV SectionDVSA The Ellipse Padley RoadSwanseaSA1 8AN

Your application will be delayed if you do not fill in the form correctly.
Miss B Gilbert v Qube Qualifications and Development Ltd (in Creditors Voluntary Liquidation) and Secretary of State for Business and Trade: 3305183/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss B Gilbert v Qube Qualifications and Development Ltd (in Creditors Voluntary Liquidation) and Secretary of State for Business and Trade: 3305183/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6908a23ac0dc8f1248417570/Miss_B_Gilbert_v_Qube_Qualifications_and_Development_Limited__in_Creditors_Voluntary_Liquidation____Other_-__3305183-2023___-_Judgment.pdf).
BS10 7SE, Bristol & Avon Transport & Recycling Ltd: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/BB3204CV/V005-1
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-23)

View the application submitted by Bristol & Avon Transport & Recycling Ltd for Land off Severn Road, South Gloucestershire.

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for:
- waste and mining waste operations
- installations
- water discharge and groundwater activities
- medium combustion plant and specified generators
The arrangements are explained in their Public Participation Statement (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/environmental-permits-when-and-how-we-consult)

These notices explain:
- what the application is about
when you need to comment by The Environment Agency will decide:
- whether to grant or refuse the application
- what conditions to include in the permit (if granted)
A.N. Wallis & Co 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 A.N. Wallis & Co 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 A.N. Wallis & Co Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
ECSH44725 - Businesses with turnover below £5,000
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)


If the business has a turnover less than £5,000, they can apply for a ‘small business’ reduction.

The business will have to pay the full premises fee and application fee for registration, but they will receive the relevant refund if their application or annual refresh has been accepted. Current fees can be found here (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/money-laundering-regulations-registration-fees).

The business can apply for this “small business reduction” within 12 months of payment by submitting an application to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) with ‘Turnover Reduction’ in the subject line.

In the email the business should include:
- Their anti-money laundering supervision registration number (12 digits starting with an X).
- Their previous years turnover (if trading for more than 12 months).
- Their anticipated turnover if the business is new.
We will check the accuracy of the information businesses provide using HMRC records such as self-assessment tax returns, corporation tax returns or company accounts for business turnover. We will contact a business if we need them to send extra information or documents.

We will not be able to process a business’ application until it makes the full payment. Once that is complete, we will refund the appropriate amount of the registration or annual supervision fee.

We will aim to process refunds within 30 days once we have the required information.

(This content has been withheld because of exemptions in the Freedom of Information Act 2000)
Priority pathogen families research and development tool
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-08)

A reference tool to help guide England-based funders of research and development.

To support delivery of the UK Biological Security Strategy (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-biological-security-strategy/uk-biological-security-strategy-html), the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has developed a reference tool which describes important pathogen families where investment into research and development of diagnostics, therapeutics and vaccines (DTVs) may be most needed.

This tool has been developed through the collective knowledge and opinions of subject matter experts within UKHSA, and may not reflect the views of wider UK government. It does not constitute a commitment from the UK government to fund research and development into DTVs for the pathogen families included, or to fund production or purchase of DTVs that arise from such research.
I Methven and Others v Unite the Union: 2225841/2024 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in I Methven and Others v Unite the Union: 2225841/2024 and Others - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6890cb1cdc6688ed508783f2/1._Ian_Methven_2._Michael_Eatwell_3._Louisa_Bull_v_Unite_the_Union_-_2225841-_2024__2225912-2024__2225925-2024_.pdf).
ARTG8320 - First-tier and Upper Tribunals: preparing for tribunal: role of the Clearing House
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-31)


The Clearing House is the single HMRC contact point with the Tribunals Service for initial notification of tax appeals and applications.

The Clearing House receives notifications of appeals and applications from the Tribunals Service and identifies where in HMRC to send them, on the basis of information contained in the customer’s appeal and the relevant HMRC decision notice, which should always be attached to the appeal.

The Clearing House will not enter into correspondence within HMRC about a case. If the appropriate Appeals Unit or allocation group cannot be identified, or the customer’s intentions are not clear, the Clearing House will refer the communication to the relevant business area to trace the decision maker or contact the customer, as appropriate

The Clearing House should be invisible to the customer unless, exceptionally, it needs to make contact with the customer to correct problems with the notification.
CTM35250 - Income Tax: Deduction of tax: Conditions for a set off claim under ITA07/S952 (formerly ICTA88/SCH 16/PARA5)
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)


Set off of Income Tax borne against Income Tax payable for a return period

A company resident in the UK may make a claim under ITA07/S952 onwards to set-off IT borne on the company income against IT payable, CTM35125 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/company-taxation-manual/ctm35125). It may, if it wishes, claim under ITA07/S953 in respect of part of the tax deducted from a receipt. Any balance of IT will where possible be set off against CT due under CTA10/S967 (1) to S967 (3) (formerly the familiar ICTA88/S7 (2)).
Product Recall: First Baby Days Bath Time Bath Book (2504-0165)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-30)

Product Recall for First Baby Days Bath Time Bath Book.

Summary

Product: First Baby Days Bath Time Bath Book

Hazard: Due to a batch defect, the colour coating can come away from the book surface when immersed in water.

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

Product information

Hazard

Due to a manufacturing fault in a specific product batch, the colour coating of the product can come away from the surface when immersed in water, causing flaking. The baby may place the flakes in their mouth and swallow them.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users. Consumers are advised to stop using the book (in the bath or otherwise) with small children, and to return it to the retailer for a full refund.

For further information please access the Hachette Children’s website at the following link: [https://www.hachettechildrens.co.uk/uncategorized/2025/04/10/product-recall-first-baby-days-bath-time/]. (https://www.hachettechildrens.co.uk/uncategorized/2025/04/10/product-recall-first-baby-days-bath-time/).

Impression information can be found on the back of the book. For affected products, this reads: ISBN 9781526381354 – 10 9 8 7.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2504-0165

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Individual insolvencies, February 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Monthly tables and commentary on the numbers and rates of individual insolvencies, including bankruptcies, debt relief orders and individual voluntary arrangements in England and Wales and Northern Ireland, and quarterly information for Scotland. For England and Wales, Breathing Space scheme statistics are also included.

Main messages for England and Wales

After seasonal adjustment, 10,147 individuals entered insolvency in England and Wales in February 2025. This was 4% higher than in January 2025 and 5% lower than in February 2024.

The individual insolvencies consisted of 600 bankruptcies, 3,865 debt relief orders (DROs) and 5,682 individual voluntary arrangements (IVAs). The number of DROs in February 2025 was similar to January 2025. DRO numbers have been at record-high monthly levels since the abolition of the upfront £90 fee in April 2024. The number of IVAs registered in February 2025 was similar to the average monthly number seen in 2024. Bankruptcy numbers remained at about half of pre-2020 levels and were also 10% lower than in February 2024.

In the 12 months ending 28 February 2025, one in 417 adults in England and Wales entered insolvency (at a rate of 24.0 per 10,000 adults). This is higher than the rate of 21.9 per 10,000 adults (one in 457) who entered insolvency in the 12 months ending 29 February 2024.

There were 7,889 Breathing Space registrations in February 2025. This is similar to February 2024.
BJF Group
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 BJF Group recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- 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.
BII backs MSMEs with $20M loan to First National Bank
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-09)

BII's five-year loan will enable the Bank to scale up support for MSMEs across Ghana,a sector that plays a pivotal role in economic growth.

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has provided a US$20 million loan facility to First National Bank Ghana (FNBG). The facility is aimed at expanding access to finance for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Ghana.

Speaking at the agreement signing event in Accra, the Chief Executive Officer of First National Bank, Warren Adams, explained that this five-year loan will enable the Bank to scale up support for MSMEs across Ghana as a critical segment of the Ghanaian economy that plays a pivotal role in driving employment, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

Mr. Adams said:

We are pleased to secure this US$20 million facility from British International Investment, which will enable us to extend much-needed financing to MSMEs. It demonstrates our commitment to helping these businesses that are vital to Ghana’s economic growth.

MSMEs form the backbone of Ghana’s economy - they account for over 90 per cent of all businesses, drive 60 per cent of GDP and account for 80 per cent of employment in the country. However, they continue to face significant barriers to accessing long-term capital. Through this funding, First National Bank will be able to provide term loans and working capital solutions to a broader range of small businesses, particularly those seeking to recover and grow in the face of economic headwinds in the commerce sector.

He added:

This facility comes at an opportune time as we seek to deepen our support for Ghana’s MSMEs. Our ambition is to provide real solutions, both financial and advisory, for entrepreneurs and small business owners who are key to economic development. This funding helps us achieve our strategic goals to deliver meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

H.E. Dr Christian Rogg, British High Commissioner said:

Today marks another proud milestone and highlights the strength of the UK- Ghana partnership. By unlocking loans and investment for small businesses, the backbone of Ghana’s economy, British Investment International is fuelling innovation, creating jobs, and driving sustainable & inclusive growth. Together, we are delivering shared prosperity for both our nations.

Chris Chijiutomi, Managing Director and Head of Africa at BII, said:

We are proud to partner with First National Bank Ghana to expand access to finance for Ghana’s MSMEs, as they are an essential driver of economic growth and innovation. The facility will help unlock opportunities for businesses, enabling job creation, strengthening resilience, and fostering sustainable development. It reflects BII’s commitment to backing businesses that fuel inclusive growth and long-term transformation across Africa.
Ms B Mbonda v Quarryfields Health Care Ltd: 1806665/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms B Mbonda v Quarryfields Health Care Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67af5ba0a1d2c59f9ba29baa/Ms_B_Mbonda_v_Quarryfields_Health_Care_Limited_1806665_2023.pdf).
Forecasts for the UK economy
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

Forecasts for the UK economy is a monthly comparison of independent forecasts.

See our database of previous publications since 1986 (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/database-of-forecasts-for-the-uk-economy)

Please note that Forecasts for the UK economy is a summary of published material reflecting the views of the forecasting organisations themselves and does not in any way provide new information on the Treasury’s own views. It contains only a selection of forecasters, which is subject to review.

No significance should be attached to the inclusion or exclusion of any particular forecasting organisation. HM Treasury accepts no responsibility for the accuracy of material published in this comparison.

If your institution is interested in contributing their forecasts to the publication please reach out to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Please email HM Treasury (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) or call xx-xxxx-xxxx for more information.

If you have any queries regarding official forecasts please contact the Office for Budget Responsibility (http://obr.uk/about-the-obr/contact-us).

Forecasts for the UK economy is published on the third Wednesday of every month.
Mr F Mazzapica v Bella Roma Beckenham Ltd: 6023272/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr F Mazzapica v Bella Roma Beckenham Ltd: 6023272/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68fb413930c331c88be6f07b/Mr_F_Mazzapica_v_Bella_Roma_Beckenham_LTD_6023272-2024__Judgment_.pdf).