theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Spacecare 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 Spacecare 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 Spacecare 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 Spouses And Partners
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

Seeking to support the employment of veterans and working with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) to support the employment of Service leavers where possible;

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.
G Kostoulas v Magic Media Works Ltd: 6015762/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in G Kostoulas v Magic Media Works Ltd: 6015762/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67e2af72d4a1b0665b8ee220/Mr_Georgios_Kostoulas_-v-_Magic_Media_Works_Ltd_-_6015762-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mrs M Roumpedaki v EAM Lodge CIC: 2402547/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs M Roumpedaki v EAM Lodge CIC: 2402547/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/686e638281dd8f70f5de3d0b/Mrs_M_Roumpedaki_v_EAM_Lodge_CIC_-_2402547_2023_-_Judgment.pdf).
Active Travel Fund: monitoring and evaluation of schemes
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-17)

Information for local authorities on the monitoring and evaluation of active travel capital schemes funded by the Active Travel Fund.

Requirements and recommendations for the monitoring and evaluation of active travel capital schemes funded by the Active Travel Fund (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/emergency-active-travel-fund-local-transport-authority-allocations).

The guidance includes:
- principles
- requirements and responsibilities
- schemes
- implementing data collection
- monitoring and evaluating data
- other topics for monitoring and evaluation of schemes
Although primarily for the Active Travel Fund these guidance practices can be applied to any active travel capital schemes funded by government.
Mrs C Bailey v Mobility Services International LLC: 1400523/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-09)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs C Bailey v Mobility Services International LLC: 1400523/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68bae6c43f3e5483efdbaa6a/Mrs_C_Bailey_-vs-_Mobility_Services_International_LLC_-_1400523.2025_-_Judgment.pdf).
UK-India CETA Chapter 24: Good Regulatory Practice
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-24)

Text of chapter 24 of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and India.

This chapter will promote a transparent regulatory environment, bilateral regulatory co-operation, and the exchange of information. It encourages good governance and accountability within regulatory processes, which will provide a stable and predictable regulatory regime for UK businesses.

The UK and India will ensure that their regulations are made accessible. Both countries will also make commitments to provide a reasonable opportunity for interested persons to comment on proposed major regulatory measures, and to encourage regulatory authorities to co-operate on current and future regulation. This co-operation could identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary trade barriers, supporting innovation and economic growth.

The agreement is not yet in force. Both the UK and India are required to complete their respective domestic procedures for the agreement to come into effect. Once ratified by both countries, businesses will be able to trade under its terms.
Mr J Grantkz v Zzoomm plc: 1303488/2022 and 1310604/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J Grantkz v Zzoomm plc: xx-xxxx-xxxx and xx-xxxx-xxxx: Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/680a25b2532adcaaab3a2743/Mr_J_Grantkz_v_Zzoomm_Plc_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx___others_-_judgement.pdf).
SGSAROA1010 - Foreward: Background: Related Guidance
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

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

This book deals with the assessment of risk and offence action in relation to the control of export and transhipment of goods that require export or transhipment licences issued by the Department for Business and Trade (DBT).

Other books which deal with exportation and transhipment licensing include:

SGSELSG (C35A)

Strategic Goods and Services: DBT Export Licensing and Sanctions - General

SGSELSPC (C35B)

Strategic Goods and Services: DBT Export Licensing and Sanctions - Particular circumstances
Olivia Bailey MP
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-22)

Olivia Bailey was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Early Education) and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Equalities) at the Department for Education on 7 September 2025. She was elected as the MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire in July 2024.

Olivia Bailey was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Early Education) and Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Equalities) at the Department for Education on 7 September 2025.

She was elected as the MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire in July 2024.
CMA Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-09)

The Competition and Markets Authority's (CMA) Annual Report and Accounts cover the financial year 2024 to 2025.

The Annual Report and Accounts give a summary of the Competition and Markets Authority’s performance for the period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, including how we have risen to the challenge of supporting economic growth.

The CMA has also published its Impact Assessment for 2024 to 2025 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cma-impact-assessment-2024-to-2025), from which the figures for financial benefits to consumers are derived.
Ms D Parchment v Pets at Home Ltd: 6010975/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-31)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms D Parchment v Pets at Home Ltd: 6010975/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/679b7740e4fd11226828f5be/Ms_D_Parchment_-_v_-_Pets_At_Home_Limited_-_6010975-2024__-_Judgment.pdf).
Mr A M Gai v Tesco Stores Ltd: 1301093/2019
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A M Gai v Tesco Stores Ltd: 1301093/2019 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a3749b039d059a1fe5fef5/Mr_A_M_Gai_-V-_Tesco_Stores_Ltd_-_1301093_2019_-_Final_Judgment_and_Reasons.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr A M Gai v Tesco Stores Ltd: 1301093/2019 - Costs Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/632b04dcd3bf7f75c6b14dfc/Mr_AM_Gai_vs_Tesco_Stores-1301093.19_Costs_Judgment___Reasons.pdf).
Mr M Davis v OG Comms Ltd (In Voluntary Liquidation): 3302748/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-22)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Davis v OG Comms Ltd (In Voluntary Liquidation): 3302748/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f75b2fb391b93d5aa399b3/Mr_M_Davis_v_OG_COMMS_LTD__In_Voluntary_Liquidation__3302748_2024_Judgment.pdf).
Mr B J Hilton v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 6004677/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-09)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr B J Hilton v Royal Mail Group Ltd: 6004677/2025 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6936efef92da4705a575d43b/Mr_B_J_Hilton_v_Royal_Mail_Group_Ltd_-_6004677_2025_-_jmt.pdf).
Newcleo 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 Newcleo 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 Newcleo 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
- 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.
National non-domestic rates collected by councils in England: 2021 to 2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

Details of the national non-domestic rates collected by local authorities in the financial year 2021 to 2022 using provisional pre-audit data.

Details of the total amount of national non-domestic rates (also known as business rates) local authorities collected in 2021 to 2022 and the reliefs they granted. Data in the original release were provisional prior to audit of local authority accounts, with updates published to reflect amendments to the provisional figures following either audit or further validation. Changes since the original publication are minimal.
Hong Kong: tax treaties
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-15)

Tax treaties and related documents between the UK and Hong Kong.

The Double Taxation Agreement entered into force on 20 December 2010.

The agreement is effective in Hong Kong from 1 April 2011 and in the UK from:
- 1 April 2011 for Corporation Tax
- 6 April 2011 for Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax
Synthesised text of the Multilateral Instrument and the 2010 UK-Hong Kong Double Taxation Agreement -in force

The 2010 UK-Hong Kong Double Taxation Agreement has been modified by the Multilateral Instrument (MLI) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/multilateral-convention-to-implement-tax-treaty-related-measures-to-prevent-base-erosion-and-profit-shifting).

The modifications made by the MLI are effective in respect of the 2010 UK-Hong Kong Double Taxation Agreement.

It is effective in the UK from:

1 January 2024 for taxes withheld at source
- 1 April 2024 for Corporation Tax
- 6 April 2024 for Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax
It is effective in Hong Kong from:
- 23 September 2023 for all taxes
Mr L Sanders v Prep Kitchen Ltd: 6014037/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr L Sanders v Prep Kitchen Ltd: 6014037/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6793a4387b75412c254f4b1f/Luke_Sanders_v_Prep_Kitchen_Limited.6014037.2024.SOJ.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr L Sanders v Prep Kitchen Ltd: 6014037/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67cac7d3a175f08d198d80ad/Mr_L_Sanders_v_Prep_Kitchens_Limited_6014037.2024_Judgment.pdf).
Literature search service: UKHSA Knowledge and Library Services
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-27)

Knowledge and Library Services offer expert literature searches, providing eligible staff with evidence to inform public health policy, strategy, and services.

Knowledge and Library Services (KLS) lead on the provision of expert literature searching, providing eligible staff with access to reliable evidence to help protect the public’s health. Our tailored literature searches provide you with the best and most relevant evidence to inform policy, strategy, services and decision-making.

Request a literature search (https://forms.ukhsa.gov.uk/kls-enquiries)

Introduction to literature searches

A literature search is a detailed, comprehensive and systematic search of the literature (published and unpublished) from a variety of quality sources about specific topics or conditions. The search yields a set of results on the topic in question - usually a list of journal articles and reports, each containing a summary (known as an abstract). Reading the results enables you to get an overview of what is known about the topic. This is often referred to as the ‘evidence base’ and is an integral part of the methodology for any UKHSA project.

Literature searches offered by KLS

KLS provide 4 types of literature search outputs. The right option for you will depend on your timeline, the purpose of the search, and the availability of evidence.

Bibliography

A list of relevant literature search results, organised by date or author.

Timeframe: at least 1 week.

Themed bibliography

A categorised list of relevant search results, grouped by theme or publication type.

Timeframe: at least 2 weeks.

Evidence briefing

A summary of key research findings presented in bullet points, using systematic search methods. Findings are not quality assessed or critically appraised.

Timeframe: at least 3 weeks (subject to eligibility criteria).

Systematic review search and advice

A complex literature search designed to support systematic or rapid reviews, with guidance on methodology. A librarian should be involved early in the review process.

Find out more about systematic reviews (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/systematic-reviews-ukhsa-knowledge-and-library-services).

Timeframe: varies based on the review’s complexity - discussed on a case-by-case basis.

Feedback

This is a new service. Help us improve it by providing feedback (https://submit.forms.service.gov.uk/form/7932/give-feedback-on-knowledge-and-library-services).
HR1 1RY, Dwr Cymru Cyfyngedig: environmental permit issued - EPR/UP3735GH/V003
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-17)

View the permit issued for Eign Sludge Treatment Centre, Hereford under the Industrial Emissions Directive.

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

This decision includes the permit and decision document for:

Operator name: Dwr Cymru Cyfyngedig

Installation name: Eign Sludge Treatment Centre

Permit number: EPR/UP3735GH/V003
Blood transfusion: patient consent
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Recommendations from the advisory committee on the Safety of Blood, Tissues and Organs (SaBTO) on patient consent for blood transfusion.

This document provides guidelines on patient consent and shared decision-making for blood transfusion. It was produced by the Advisory Committee for the Safety of Blood, Tissues and Organs (SaBTO) Consent for Blood Transfusion Working Group.

The working group was re-established in September 2024 to update the 2020 SaBTO guidelines on patient consent for blood transfusion. The new edition contains updated references, includes a new chapter on consent for children and neonates, and provides examples of good practice.

These guidelines were approved by SaBTO on 4 June 2025. They are due to be reviewed in October 2028.
Flat 1, Lasham House, Carlisle Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 4RS: HAV/00MS/MNR/2025/0671
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Southern Region, Mr J G G Wilson MRICS and Mr B W H Bourne MRICS on 11 September 2025

Read the full decision in SO16 4RS_HAV/00MS/MNR/2025/0671_decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69275b89345e31ab14ecf5cd/Flat_1__Lasham_House__Decision.pdf) Read the full reasons in SO16 4RS_HAV/00MS/MNR/2025/0671_reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69275be9b3b9afff34e960b4/Flat_1__Lasham_House__Full_Reasons.pdf)
Complaints procedure
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office is committed to providing a high-quality service to everyone we deal with. We welcome your views on the services that the Embassy provides, as they will help us to identify what we do well and what we could do better.

Complaints, feedback and suggestions on consular services

If you have any complaints, feedback or suggestions about the consular service provided, please send details of your complaint using our online feedback form (https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/slovakia/british-embassy-bratislava), or in writing to:

Customer Interaction TeamConsular DirectorateRoom WH4.36Foreign, Commonwealth & Development OfficeKing Charles StreetLondonSW1A 2AH

We aim to respond to complaints relating to consular services within 20 working days.

Find out more about our complaints procedures (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office/about/complaints-procedure).

Customer research

We also work with partner research agencies to conduct customer satisfaction research on our services. If you have sought consular assistance overseas and have provided your contact details to us, we may ask you to take part in our customer satisfaction research.

Find out more about our feedback programme and research (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office/about/complaints-procedure#our-feedback-programme-and-research).

We are not able to respond to any queries or complaints about UK visas or British passports.

Passports

If your complaint is about British passports contact HM Passport Office (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-passport-office/about/complaints-procedure).

Visas

If your complaint is about UK visas contact UK Visas and Immigration (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration/about/complaints-procedure).

Or if you have a query, question or feedback on visas from Slovakia please visit the UK visas website (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration).
Miss I Malek v Trove Wilmslow Ltd: 6009088/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss I Malek v Trove Wilmslow Ltd: 6009088/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b2ff724e79a175a4c2fd35/Miss_I_Malek_v_Trove_Wilmslow_Ltd_-_6009088_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
India: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-27)

Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in India.

Includes information on:
- medical assistance
- the Indian legal system
- reporting assaults to the police
See also Rape and sexual assault abroad: returning to the UK. (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/rape-and-sexual-assault-abroad-returning-to-the-uk).

Disclaimer: This information is provided by the British government for the convenience of enquirers, but neither His Majesty’s Government nor any official of the consulate accept liability for any loss or damage which you might suffer as a result of relying on the information supplied.

Medical information has been provided by The Havens Sexual Assault Referral Centres of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and The Rowan, SARC NI and was accurate as of May 2017.
The Sentinel
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 The Sentinel 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
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.
OFSI General Licence INT/2023/3179120
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-26)

Details of General Licence INT/2023/3179120 Payment to Water Companies for Water and Sewage.

- OFSI General Licence INT/2023/3179120
- OFSI Publication Notice INT/2023/3179120
The General Licence allows UK Designated Persons to make permitted payments to water companies from a frozen UK bank account and the water companies to make return payments to frozen UK bank accounts due as a result of overpayment.
EIA Submissions and Decisions - 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-24)

2024 Submissions and Decisions

Projects subject to an EIA process under the 2020 EIA Regulations are listed below. Further information on the individual projects EIA and the decision status can be accessed by selecting the relevant link below. The link for each project will only be made accessible on receipt of the public notice as set out in regulation 11(8).
Paragon Building Consultancy- the name has been changed to Colliers Building Consultancy 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 Paragon Building Consultancy- the name has been changed to Colliers Building Consultancy 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 Paragon Building Consultancy- the name has been changed to Colliers Building Consultancy 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
- 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.
PM meeting with President Zelenskyy of Ukraine: 14 August 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)

Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosted President Zelenskyy in Downing Street.

The Prime Minister hosted President Zelenskyy in Downing Street this morning.

They had a private breakfast, where they discussed yesterday’s meetings. They agreed there had been a powerful sense of unity and a strong resolve to achieve a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.

They then looked ahead to tomorrow’s talks between President Trump and President Putin in Alaska, which present a viable chance to make progress as long as Putin takes action to prove he is serious about peace.

They agreed to stay in close touch in the coming days.
Mr R Poulton v Butlins Skyline Ltd: 6007251/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Poulton v Butlins Skyline Ltd: 6007251/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68ef9b6e2adc28a81b4ad0f3/Mr_R_Poulton_v_Butlins_Skyline_Ltd_-_6007251.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mr P Napoleoni v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd: 1305891/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr P Napoleoni v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a21f20b74b3d9dfe36ca0a/Mr_P_Napoleoni_v_Jaguar_Land_Rover_Limited_xx-xxxx-xxxx_Judgment.pdf).
Warwickshire Community and Voluntary Action
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 Warwickshire Community and Voluntary Action 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 Warwickshire Community and Voluntary Action recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

-Offering priority to members of the armed forces community and member organisations supporting them

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.
Company Names Tribunal decision: Lobster&Burger Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-12)

Decision for applicant Burger & Lobster Restaurant Group Limited against registration number 13816588, applicant successful.

Application number 5169

Applicant Burger & Lobster Restaurant Group Limited objected to the name used by Lobster&Burger 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 9 May 2025 the adjudicator hereby gives notice under sections 73(4) and (5) of the Companies Act 2006 that the company name of Lobster&Burger Ltd is changed to 13816588, Ltd.
Report on the proposed Automotive Innovation Grants scheme by UK Research and Innovation
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-25)

The SAU has published its report prepared in response to a request from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) concerning the proposed Automotive Innovation Grants scheme.

The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has published its report providing advice to UKRI concerning the proposed Automotive Innovation Grants Scheme.

The report includes the SAU’s evaluation of UKRI’s Assessment of Compliance of its proposed scheme with the requirements set out in the Subsidy Control Act 2022.

For more information visit the Referral of the proposed Automotive Innovation Grants scheme by UK Research and Innovation (https://www.gov.uk/cma-cases/referral-of-the-proposed-automotive-innovation-grants-scheme-by-uk-research-and-innovation)
Basic bank accounts: July 2023 to June 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

The ninth publication of data on the UK basic bank account market.

A basic bank account is a transactional bank account which is fee-free for standard operations. The nine largest personal current account providers are designated to provide basic bank accounts that comply with the Payment Accounts Regulations 2015 (PARs).

These firms are: Barclays UK, The Co-operative Bank, HSBC UK, Lloyds Banking Group (including Halifax and Bank of Scotland brands), Nationwide Building Society, NatWest Group (including RBS and Ulster brands), Santander UK, TSB and Virgin Money (formerly Clydesdale & Yorkshire Bank).

Banks have agreed to report data on basic bank accounts to the Treasury for annual publication. This is the ninth publication.
Department for Communities (NI) complaints: Annual report by the Independent Case Examiner 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

A report on reviews of complaints about the Social Security Agency and Child Maintenance Service in Northern Ireland (NI) for 2024 to 2025.

The Independent Case Examiner (ICE) reviews complaints made by users of certain government agencies and businesses that deal with benefits and financial support.

This report is about the work carried out between 1 April 2024 and 31 March 2025.
K Hussain v McDonald's Restaurants Ltd: 6008678/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in K Hussain v McDonald’s Restaurants Ltd: 6008678/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6807667d148a9969d2394e31/Kamran_Hussain___v_-_McDonald_s_Restaurants_Limited_-_6008678-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Martyn's Law: the SIA's new regulatory role
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Learn more about Martyn's Law and the SIA's role as regulator.

The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act – Martyn’s Law – received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. The SIA was named as the law’s regulator.

For more information, view the Home Office factsheets about Martyn’s Law (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/terrorism-protection-of-premises-act-2025-factsheets).
Product Safety Report: Loof Hair Extension Iron sold via Amazon (2501-0067)
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-14)

Product Safety Report for Loof Hair Extension Iron presenting a high risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Loof Hair Extension Iron sold via Amazon

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as it is inadequately earthed.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Amazon).

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the plug fitted to the main supply cord is fitted with an unsafe fuse which does not meet the minimum requirements of BS 1362. If the consumer were to use this power supply, an electric fault could occur, and the fuse may explode. The product also requires improvements to documentation and markings.

The product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 or the Plugs & Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border destroyed.

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

Additional information

PSD number: 2501-0067

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
J Brown v Halo Hair Group Darlington Ltd: 6022590/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-29)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in J Brown v Halo Hair Group Darlington Ltd: 6022590/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6883651fcec9ccd515ae0946/Joanne_Brown_v_Halo_hair_group_LTD_Darlington_6022590-2025_Judgment.pdf).
Morgan Offshore Wind Project Generation Assets development consent decision announced
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-29)

The Morgan Offshore Wind Project Generation Assets application has today been granted development consent by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

The application will consist of the development of an offshore wind farm with an approximate capacity of 1500MW in the Irish Sea awarded as part of the Round 4 Offshore Wind Licensing Arrangements.

The application was submitted to the Planning Inspectorate for consideration by Morgan Offshore Wind Limited on 24 April 2024 and accepted for examination on 17 May 2024.

Following an examination during which the public, statutory consultees and interested parties were given the opportunity to give evidence to the Examining Authority, recommendations were made to the Secretary of State on 29 May 2025.

This is the 97th energy application out of 161 applications examined to date and was again completed by the Planning Inspectorate within the statutory timescale laid down in the Planning Act 2008.

Communities continue to be given the opportunity of being involved in the examination of projects that may affect them. Interested parties were able to participate in this six-month examination.

The Examining Authority listened and gave full consideration to all views and the evidence gathered during the examination before making its recommendation to the Secretary of State.

The decision, the recommendation made by the Examining Authority to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero and the evidence considered by the Examining Authority in reaching its recommendation are publicly available on the project pages of the National Infrastructure Planning website. (https://national-infrastructure-consenting.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/projects/EN010136)

Journalists wanting further information should contact the Planning Inspectorate Press Office, on xx-xxxx-xxxx or xx-xxxx-xxxx or email:

xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Updated rules and guide for energy code modification appeals
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-15)

The CMA is consulting on proposed new procedural rules and guidance for energy code modification appeals. It may be of particular interest to regulators, consumer representative bodies and businesses as well as their legal and other advisers.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is consulting on updated draft rules and guidance for energy code modification appeals to the CMA to replace the current rules CC10 and guide CC11.

Find out more about this consultation and how to respond. (https://connect.cma.gov.uk/updated-rules-and-guide-for-energy-code-modification-appeals)
Excise movement and control system Trader front end Live amber evidence review
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-15)

Service Standard assessment report Excise movement and control system Trader front end 19/11/2024

Service Standard assessment report

Excise movement and control system Trader Front End

Previous assessment reports
- Live assessment (https://www.gov.uk/service-standard-reports/excise-movement-and-control-system-trader-front-end-live-assessment)
- Beta assessment (https://www.gov.uk/service-standard-reports/emcs-trader-front-end-beta-assessment)
- Alpha reassessment (https://www.gov.uk/service-standard-reports/excise-movement-control-system-trader-front-end-alpha-reassessment)
Service description

The Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS) is a computerised system for monitoring the movement of excise duty suspended and duty paid goods in the UK and EU.

Excise goods are alcohol, cigarettes and related tobacco products, energy products such as hydrocarbon oils and biofuels.

This process is mandated by both UK and EU law. Any UK organisation moving duty suspended or duty paid excise goods is legally required to record these movements using the EMCS trader front end (TFE) or 3rd party software that connects to EMCS via an API.

Service users

This service is for external users (people at organisations). Users of the service include:
- alcohol producers (breweries, wineries or distilleries). They are required to have excise warehouse status by law
- excise warehouse keepers who move / store their own excise goods or on behalf of others
- import / export companies that specialise in moving excise goods
- customs agents / brokers that have registered to use EMCS and act on behalf of the owners of excise goods
- large supermarkets who need to move and receive excise goods
- sole traders and smaller businesses who want to move or trade excise goods
- logistics companies (such as DPD) who move excise goods on behalf of others
- freight forwarding companies who move excise goods on behalf of others
- haulage companies who move shipments of excise goods on behalf of others
6. Have a multidisciplinary team

Decision

The service was rated green for point 6 of the Standard (https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/service-standard/point-6-have-a-multidisciplinary-team).

Next Steps

The team should repeat the development phases (discovery, alpha, beta and live) for smaller pieces of work as the service continues running, following spend control processes (https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/agile-delivery/spend-controls-check-if-you-need-approval-to-spend-money-on-a-service) as necessary.
Regulatory Article (RA) 5880: military permit to fly (development) (MRP Part 21 Subpart P)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

RA covering the procedure and issuance of a MPTF and the approval of flight conditions.

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

Related information:
- MAA regulatory publications (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-regulatory-publications)
- Overarching documents (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-regulatory-publications-overarching-documents)
- 1000 series (GEN) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/1000-series-general-regulations-gen)
- 2000 series (FLY) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/2000-series-flying-regulations-fly)
- 3000 series (ATM) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/3000-series-air-traffic-management-regulations-atm)
- 4000 series (CAE) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/4000-series-continuing-airworthiness-engineering-regulations-cae)
- 5000 series (TAE) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/5000-series-design-and-modification-engineering-regulations-dme)
- MAA Manuals (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/maa-manuals)