theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Air & Ground Aviation 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 Air & Ground Aviation 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 Air & Ground Aviation 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:
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
United Kingdom Food Security Digest
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-11)

An annual analysis of statistical data relating to the food security of the United Kingdom.

The report sets out an analysis of statistical data relating to food security in the UK. It examines trends relevant to food security to present a current understanding of food security.

The next report will be published towards the end of 2026. It will not be published in 2027 as it will be replaced by the triennial Food Security Report (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/united-kingdom-food-security-report).

Some statistics included here are also updated in the Food statistics in your pocket (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/food-statistics-pocketbook/food-statistics-in-your-pocket#food-security-report) and Agriculture in the United Kingdom (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/agriculture-in-the-united-kingdom) publications.

Contact

Enquiries to: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

You can also contact us via Twitter/X: @DefraStats Defra Helpline: xx-xxxx-xxxx (Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 5:30pm)
Firing Line 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 Firing Line 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 Firing Line Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
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.
Chancellor appoints David Soanes and Niamh Moloney as members of the Prudential Regulation Committee
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-24)

David Soanes and Niamh Moloney have been appointed as the new external members of Prudential Regulation Committee.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has today confirmed that David Soanes and Niamh Moloney will join the Prudential Regulation Committee (PRC). They will both serve three-year terms on the Committee, which takes the most important decisions of the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), one of the UK’s financial regulators.

They replace Jill May and Julia Black who completed their second terms in July 2024 and November 2024 respectively.

David Soanes has been a career investment banker specialising in Financial Services, who has also sat on the board of UK Finance and the Leadership Council of The CityUK, and he is a former UK Country Head at UBS.

Niamh Moloney is Professor of Financial Markets Law in the Law School at the London School of Economics and Political Science and is an Independent Non-Executive Director of the board of the Central Bank of Ireland. She specialises in financial regulation, institutional structures and supervision.

Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer said:

I am pleased to announce the appointments of David Soanes and Niamh Maloney to the Prudential Regulation Committee of the Bank of England.

Both appointments will bring extensive experience of financial services to the role, and will support the regulators renewed focus on growth.

Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England said:

I am very pleased to welcome David Soanes and Niamh Moloney to the Prudential Regulation Committee. Between them they bring a great deal of experience and expertise to the role, and the committee’s work will benefit greatly from their insight.
About us
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-13)

We advise the Secretary of State for the Department for Business and Trade on UK Export Finance operations.

We also advise ministers on the operations of UK Export Finance.

Our responsibilities

The Export Guarantees Advisory Council (EGAC) is a statutory body that provides advice to UK Export Finance and its ministers on the policies UK Export Finance applies when doing business including:
- environmental, social and human rights risks (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-export-finance-environmental-social-and-human-rights-policy)
- anti-bribery and corruption
- sustainable lending
- disclosure (freedom of information)
Ministers have a statutory duty to consult EGAC on matters related to the provision of reinsurance by UK Export Finance to the private credit insurance market.

The council doesn’t provide advice on decisions UK Export Finance makes to support individual export transactions and projects, although it does carry out reviews to understand how UK Export Finance’s principles and policies are applied in practice. As appropriate, it also gives advice on how these might be further developed.

Our priorities

Our main function is to provide advice on UK Export Finance’s work, so our priorities reflect the work UK Export Finance has set out for the year.

Who we are

The council has 8 members, each representing a separate area of expertise. The members come from industry, government and academia, and are appointed by UK Export Finance’s ministers.
CG14771 - Introduction and computation: computation: consideration for disposal: Apportionment when assets disposed of in a series of transactions
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-11)


In some circumstances the Capital Gains Tax legislation contains specific rules which explain how an apportionment of the consideration, or of the gain, is to be carried out. For example, there are rules for apportioning expenditure in cases involving part-disposals, see CG12730P (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg12730p). In other cases, there are no specific rules but you can use the general apportionment rule in TCGA92/S52 (4).

Section 52(4) allows any 'necessary' apportionment to be made on a 'just and reasonable' basis.

Before the introduction of Self Assessment Section 52(4) provided for the Inspector to determine the method of apportionment initially, with an appeal available to the Commissioners . The legislation has been changed for Self Assessment so that it is now the taxpayer who initially determines the method of apportionment.

This guidance explains when an apportionment is 'necessary' and what is meant by 'just and reasonable'?

An apportionment is often necessary where a number of assets are sold under a single contract for one figure of consideration. It may also be necessary where an asset only partly qualifies for a relief or exemption, see, for example, CG64899 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg64899) on apportionment and private residence relief.

Other examples include cases where:
- all or part of a business has been disposed of and a separate figure for goodwill is needed, see CG68050 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg68050)
- compensation is received on the compulsory acquisition of land, see CG72110 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg72110)
- the asset disposed of qualified for capital allowances, see CG15445 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-gains-manual/cg15445).
The Corporate Intangibles Research and Development Manual explains the importance of the valuation of intangible assets, including where an apportionment is required, in that regime, see CIRD10240. (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/corporate-intangibles-research-and-development-manual/cird10240)
Mr J Baker v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd: 6021063/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J Baker v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd: 6021063/2025 - Interim Relief (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/688cd82e25ba7325501b097b/Mr_James_Baker_v_Jaguar_Landrover_Limited_-_6021063_-2025_-_Judgement.pdf).
New British Ambassador presents his credentials to the President of Ukraine
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

Neil Crompton presented his credentials to Ukrainian President as His Majesty’s new Ambassador to Ukraine.

Today, the new British Ambassador to Ukraine, Neil Crompton CBE presented his Letters of Credence to the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He reiterated the UK’s steadfast support and commitment to developing the UK-Ukraine 100-Year Partnership.

At a ceremony in historic St Sophia Cathedral in Kyiv, Neil Crompton said:

I’m honoured to lead the UK’s Embassy as we support Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy.

The courage and resolve of the Ukrainian armed forces and people are a constant inspiration. It is a privilege to be here in Ukraine standing alongside them.

Ukraine is defending the international principles underpinning the UK’s security, as well as its own. Our relationship has never been closer or more important.

The bonds between the UK and Ukraine are unshakeable, and I look forward to living and working in Ukraine – and deepening our 100 Year Partnership.

For further information follow the British Embassy Kyiv on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ukinukraine), Twitter/X (https://twitter.com/UKinUkraine) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ukinukraine_/?hl=uk)
Ashley Dalton MP
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Ashley Dalton MP was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Public Health and Prevention in the Department of Health and Social Care on 10 February 2025. She was elected as the MP for West Lancashire on 9 February 2023.

Ashley Dalton MP was appointed Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Public Health and Prevention in the Department of Health and Social Care on 10 February 2025.

She was elected as the MP for West Lancashire on 9 February 2023.
Answer Digital 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 Answer Digital 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 Answer Digital Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Miss H McGarrity v Moston Consultants Ltd: 6006214/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-29)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss H McGarrity v Moston Consultants Ltd: 6006214/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68d5298b8c739d679fb1ddb6/6006214-2025_Holly_McGarrity_v_Moston_Consultants_Ltd_Judgment.pdf).
Miss E Giles v MKDJLW1 Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation): 2407382/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss E Giles v MKDJLW1 Ltd (in creditors voluntary liquidation): 2407382/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6811e9a7c47c2060a9121663/Miss_E_Giles_v_MKDJLW1_Ltd__in_creditors_voluntary_liquidation__-_2407382_2024.pdf).
CJD: public health action following report of new case or person at increased risk
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-15)

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) incident management guidance document and forms for trusts, hospitals and local health protection teams.

This content was originally produced by Public Health England (PHE). This content is now owned and managed by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

Responsibility for investigating, assessing and managing CJD incidents (and where appropriate notifying patients) rests with local trusts, health boards and health protection teams. This guidance document is intended for use by trusts, hospitals, local health protection teams and health boards. It provides advice and information for the public health follow up required following a report of:
- a newly diagnosed or suspected case of CJD
- a person at increased risk of CJD
- a surgical procedure carried out on a patient with CJD or at increased risk of CJD where Transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) infection control guidelines were not followed
The above forms accompany the guidance document and should be used to record details of investigations, as directed within the document.
Ms S Hoque v David Wood Bakery Ltd: 1300327/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-08)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms S Hoque v David Wood Bakery Ltd: 1300327/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677d2bf5d119b34537665516/1300327-2024_-_Ms_S_Hoque_v_David_Wood_Bakery_Limited_-_Judgment.pdf).
Purkiss Builders 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 Purkiss Builders 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 Purkiss Builders 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
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.
STS Distribution 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 STS Distribution 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 STS Distribution Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
We also pledge the following:

-Actively fund raise to support our Armed Forces through Help for Heroes (HFH)

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.
Tentacle Solutions Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Tentacle Solutions Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- 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.
Postgraduate teaching apprenticeships: funding manual
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Postgraduate teaching apprenticeship funding manual for initial teacher training (ITT) places for schools and ITT providers.

These funding manuals provide information to schools and ITT providers on postgraduate teaching apprenticeship grant funding in England, including:
- criteria and requirements
- funding rates and funded subjects
- how payments are made
- reconciliation, assurance and audit
The postgraduate teaching apprenticeship is an ITT route that combines paid work with off-the-job training, qualifications and progression. It allows candidates to train to become qualified teachers.

ITT funding rates and guidance for schools and ITT providers (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/funding-initial-teacher-training-itt) are available.

Previous versions of the manual (https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ukgwa/20251202/https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/postgraduate-teaching-apprenticeships-funding-manual) are available in the National Archives.
Gareth Ward
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-04)

Gareth Ward joined the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in 1996. He has served in British Embassies in Russia and China. He was Her Majesty’s Ambassador in Hanoi from August 2018 to July 2022. Follow Gareth on X . Full name: Gareth Edward Ward 2018 – 2022 Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Vietnam 2013 – 2017 FCO, Head of China Department 2010 – 2013 St Petersburg, Her Majesty’s Consul General 2007 – 2010 Beijing, First Secretary, Head of Foreign and Security Policy Team 2004 – 2006 FCO, Section Head for Justice and Home Affairs, Europe Directorate 2003 – 2004 FCO, Section Head for Germany and Austria, Europe Directorate 1998 – 2002 Moscow, Second Secretary Development 1996 – 1997 FCO, Desk Officer for Hungary and Bulgaria 1996 Joined FCO

Gareth Ward joined the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in 1996. He has served in British Embassies in Russia and China. He was Her Majesty’s Ambassador in Hanoi from August 2018 to July 2022.

Follow Gareth on X (https://twitter.com/GarethWardUK).

Full name: Gareth Edward Ward

2018 – 2022 Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Vietnam

2013 – 2017 FCO, Head of China Department

2010 – 2013 St Petersburg, Her Majesty’s Consul General

2007 – 2010 Beijing, First Secretary, Head of Foreign and Security Policy Team

2004 – 2006 FCO, Section Head for Justice and Home Affairs, Europe Directorate

2003 – 2004 FCO, Section Head for Germany and Austria, Europe Directorate

1998 – 2002 Moscow, Second Secretary Development

1996 – 1997 FCO, Desk Officer for Hungary and Bulgaria

1996 Joined FCO
Product Recall: J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle Model 4T-AF1 (2505-0103)
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-23)

Product Recall for J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle presenting a high risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: J&J Conversions F1 Low Approach Slide Bed Recovery Vehicle Model 4T-AF1

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of injuries.

Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users and withdrawn from the market.

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of injuries due to the green auto-tilt lever. This lever operates a hydraulic ram to raise and tilt the slide bed during deployment. When the Green Lever is released, the bed does not hold in the raised position and falls under its own weight back to the chassis. The tilt system is also not fitted with devices to prevent a gravity fall or uncontrolled movement in the event of hydraulic failure. A risk of serious injury to operators and other persons may arise from impact with the slide bed, or from crushing between the slide bed and vehicle chassis and other fixed structures such as storage lockers.

The machine did not satisfy the requirements of The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.

Corrective action

Recall and withdrawal of the product.

The manufacturer has voluntarily suspended further sale of recovery vehicles featuring the Green Lever auto-tilt function.

The manufacturer has also voluntarily initiated a recall of recovery vehicles featuring the Green Lever auto-tilt function from end users. The auto-tilt function will be permanently disabled and hydraulic burst valves will be installed. The manufacturer has provided instruction to users on how to take immediate action to remove the Green Lever as an interim measure. Users should contact J & J Conversions Limited for advice and to make arrangements for the modifications to be carried out.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2505-0103

Notified by: Health and Safety Executive
Medical devices given exceptional use authorisations
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

List of manufacturers and their medical devices granted an exemption by MHRA. The list also includes manufacturers whose exemption expired or was cancelled.

To ensure transparency around the supply of medical devices in the UK, we are now providing a list of manufacturers and devices granted an exceptional use application. We also provide a list of recently expired, withdrawn or cancelled authorisations for a 2-month period.

Medical devices granted an exceptional use authorisation can be sold to the NHS and within the social care setting to ensure a continued supply of medical devices.

Exceptional use authorisations will be issued directly to the manufacturer of the medical device and normally do not allow for distributor sales.

We only consider applications (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/exemptions-from-devices-regulations-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak) where there is a clear clinical need and there is no available supply of CE marked or already derogated alternatives.

We publish an updated list weekly (if there are any changes to report) to reflect any new, withdrawn or expired applications.
CH414000 - Charging penalties: appeals: contents
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-01)


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DESNZ registers of board members’ interests
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Private interests declared by Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) board members.

Registers of declared interests of executive and non-executive members of the DESNZ board (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-energy-security-and-net-zero/about/our-governance).
Regulatory Article (RA) 1029: ship-air release - roles and responsibilities
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

RA covers stakeholder roles and responsibilities and interfaces associated with the ship-air release process.

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)
Scotland firing times
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)

Firing times for ranges in Scotland including Barry Buddon, Kirkcudbright, Garelochhead, Tain, Cape Wrath, Fort George, Blackdog, Castlelaw Ranges and Dreghorn

Although the dates and timings published are correct at the time of publication, they may change.

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

Related information
- Public access to military areas
- The Defence Training Estate (https://www.gov.uk/defence-infrastructure-organisation-and-the-defence-training-estate)
- All UK firing times (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/firing-notice)
UK and ASEAN launch CLARE-ASEAN to boost inclusive urban climate resilience
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-05)

The programme will run through 2026, focusing on co-developing solutions with marginalised communities and supporting ASEAN climate policy efforts.

The UK and ASEAN launched the Supporting Socially Inclusive Climate Adaptation & Resilience in ASEAN (CLARE-ASEAN) initiative on 4 June 2025 in Jakarta. The programme uses new evidence and innovation to promote socially-inclusive urban resilience to climate change in the Southeast Asia region.

The CLARE-ASEAN is a regional programme under the UK’s flagship Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CLARE) research framework, funded about 90% by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and co-funded by Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC). The initiative will run through 2026 and aims to generate evidence-based, inclusive solutions to climate challenges in Southeast Asian cities.

The UK Ambassador to ASEAN, Sarah Tiffin, said:

Climate resilience is a pivotal investment for Southeast Asia’s future. The UK’s support through CLARE-ASEAN aims to help ASEAN Member States tackle climate risks at scale—by strengthening partnerships among researchers, policymakers, and local communities.

CLARE-ASEAN will focus on co-developing climate solutions with marginalised communities, producing tailored research and policy briefs to support ASEAN decision-making, and contributing to the forthcoming IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Cities.

The programme is closely aligned with the ASEAN Working Group on Climate Change (AWGCC) Action Plan and responds to the ASEAN State of Climate Change Report, which identifies urban areas—home to more than half of the region’s population—as a critical sector for adaptation efforts.
Major steps forward in government office estate rationalisation
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-12)

The Government Property Agency (GPA) has closed another two London properties, moving a step closer to its target of £32 million cost savings this year.

The Government Property Agency (GPA) has closed the doors at another two London properties as part of its estates rationalisation programme, moving a step closer to its target of £32 million cost savings this financial year.

Windsor House and Albany House closed in September and November 2024 respectively, with civil servants relocated to other properties on the existing government office estate.

The closures are part of the Whitehall Campus Programme, which aims to reduce the central London estate by 55% and create a campus of high-quality, shared workspaces that enable smarter working and provide better value for money.

This news follows the landmark closure of 1 Victoria Street in London, in January last year (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-milestone-reached-in-london-estate-rationalisation), which has started to generate substantial savings of approximately £30 million in annual running costs and around £300 million 20-year Net Present Value (NPV).

Through the Windsor House closure the GPA were able to relocate 1,200 civil servants from Homes England, Advisory Conciliation and Arbitration Service, National Savings and Investments and the Office of Manpower Economics to other locations across the existing government estate. Around 500 civil servants were relocated from Albany House.

Rupert Palmer, Deputy Director, Capital Projects – London, Whitehall Campus Programme said:

The decision to exit the lease on Albany House comes after the closure of Windsor House and the announcement of the planned exit in 2026 of Caxton House. Our collaboration with clients continues to enable us to make significant savings for the Civil Service.

As part of the Whitehall Campus Programme we will see a reduction from 84 buildings to around 20 buildings across London, which is currently planned to accommodate 40,000 civil servants by 2030. It will also release more than 312,000 square metres of space – the equivalent of around 44 football pitches.
Heating & Process Engineering Services Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Heating & Process Engineering Services Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Communiqué from co-Hosts of the Wilton Park conference on Financing Gaza’s Reconstruction
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)

Outcome Statement: Communiqué from co-Hosts of the Wilton Park conference on Financing Gaza’s Reconstruction

This week we saw the start of a ceasefire, the release of hostages, Palestinians able to return to their families and the resumption of aid at scale. We thank the US for its leadership in getting us to this point, and the mediators for their tireless efforts. Now, as we work towards finding a lasting peace, we also need sustained economic recovery and the reconstruction of Gaza.

The scale of destruction makes clear the urgent need for practical solutions. That is why we, the Governments of the UK, Egypt and Palestine, have brought together international investors and partner governments. In discussions at Wilton Park this week, we welcomed key stakeholders, international investors, Palestinian private sector representatives, and International and Arab Governments to discuss ways to meet this significant challenge, including through mobilising private finance.

Gaza’s reconstruction will cost tens-of-billions of dollars. It will require both the financing and the active participation and expertise of the private sector. Our talks this week have made significant progress in identifying ways to create sustainable private finance, while putting Palestinians at the front-and-centre of the recovery and reconstruction efforts, and building on existing reconstruction plans outlined in the Arab Islamic Early Recovery, Reconstruction and Development Plan for Gaza, and the Two-State Solution Conference Outcome Document.

We are committed to building on the progress of this week to support the forthcoming Cairo International Conference on Recovery, Reconstruction and Development of Gaza in November and advance international action to support Gaza’s reconstruction as part of our collective efforts to build a political horizon for the State of Palestine and the two-state solution.
Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Graham Coyle
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-22)

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

The Secretary of State does not make these decisions themselves. They are made by a senior official on the recommendation of an independent panel.

Teacher’s name: Mr Graham Coyle

Teacher reference number: 8711731

Teacher’s date of birth: 04 June 1960

Location teacher worked: Worcester, West Midlands

Date of professional conduct panel: 10 April 2025

Outcome type: Prohibition order

Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with The Teachers’ Disciplinary (England) Regulations 2012, a professional conduct panel was convened to consider the case of Mr Graham Coyle formerly employed in Worcester, West Midlands

Teacher misconduct

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Information about regulating the teaching profession and the process for dealing with serious teacher misconduct.
Mrs P Gascoigne v Agincare (Somerset) Ltd: 6004574/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs P Gascoigne v Agincare (Somerset) Ltd: 6004574/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6853e776f812712f845814ef/Mrs_P_Gascoigne_-vs-_Agincare__Somerset__Limited_-_Judgment.pdf).