theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
UN Human Rights Council 60: UK Statement on the report of the Secretary General on cooperation with the UN, its representatives and mechanisms in the field of Human Rights
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

UK Statement for the Interactive dialogue on the report of the Secretary-General on cooperation with the United Nations, its representatives and mechanisms in the field of Human Rights. Not delivered due to time constraints.

Thank you, Mr President, and thank you to the Secretary General for his work to counter instances of reprisals against those who cooperate with the UN to defend human rights.

The Secretary General’s report shines a vital spotlight on the unacceptable use of threats, travel bans, arbitrary detention and even violence to silence those courageous individuals. The UK unequivocally condemns these actions.

In Belarus, delegates of the Human Rights Centre Viasna continue to face long prison sentences for cooperating with UN mechanisms, with some members now forced into exile.

And two individuals from Hong Kong, Anna Kwok and Carmen Lau, were subject to arrest warrants and bounties following their engagement with China’s Universal Periodic Review here at the Human Rights Council.

In Vietnam, Y Quynh Bdap, co-founder of the organisation Montagnards Stand for Justice, has been sentenced in absentia after cooperation with the United Nations.

The Secretary General’s report shows that in Russia, the authorities have targeted several human rights and civil society organisations following their co-operation with the UN.

Mr President, what more can we do to ensure the safety of those individuals and organisations that face retaliation for engaging with international bodies?

Thank you.
WN7 Outreach CIC
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

1.1 We WN7 Outreach CIC will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment

2.1 WN7 Outreach CIC recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Product Recall: Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar and Level 2 Padding Set (Back/Shoulder/Elbow) (2412-0142)
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-08)

Product Recall for Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie presenting a high risk of injuries.

Summary

Product: Lanehunters Ltd Armored Black Hoodie with Kevlar and Level 2 Padding Set (Back/Shoulder/Elbow)

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of injuries as it does not provide sufficient protection to the user in the event of an accident.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product does not provide sufficient protection to the user in the event of an accident and therefore presents a high risk to anyone using the product as personal protective equipment. The hoodie is not Kevlar, and its structural strong layers which are crucial for its structural integrity and protective capabilities did not meet the required standard.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation 2016/425 or the Personal Protective Equipment (Enforcement) Regulations 2018.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users by Lanehunters Ltd. Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact Lanehunters Ltd to arrange a refund. Lanehunters Ltd can be contacted at xxx@xxx.xx or via their website at https://www.lanehunters.uk/

Additional information

PSD case number: 2412-0142

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Ms G Rowley v Cornwall Skin Clinic Ltd: 6011193/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms G Rowley v Cornwall Skin Clinic Ltd: 6011193/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685abc2745eea7ef2e62077a/Ms_G_Rowley_-vs-_Cornwall_Skin_Clinic_Ltd_-_6011193.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Southsea Cycles 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 Southsea Cycles 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 Southsea Cycles Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- 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.
Further education and skills inspection: toolkit, operating guides and information
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

Guidance for inspectors and providers on inspecting further education and skills providers in England under the renewed education inspection framework, available for use from 10 November 2025.

Find guidance for further education (FE) and skills inspections in England:
- FE and skills inspection toolkit – what inspectors and providers use to discuss the quality of provision on inspection
- FE and skills inspection operating guide – a step-by-step guide for inspectors on how to inspect an FE and skills provider
- information about FE and skills inspections – for provider staff and leaders, parents and carers and the wider public
- FE and skills monitoring operating guide – guidance for inspectors on how to monitor FE and skills providers
This guidance will replace the further education and skills inspection handbook (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/further-education-and-skills-inspection-handbook-eif) from 10 November 2025.

Education inspection framework

The education inspection framework (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/education-inspection-framework) explains why we inspect FE and skills providers (and other educational provision), including the legal requirements.
INTM604180 - Transfer of assets abroad: The Tribunal: Advice from HMRC Legal Group
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-10)


All requests for advice from HMRC Legal Group must be submitted via the technical specialist in Personal Tax International, Liverpool. Where litigation is in prospect, the request will be signed by the technical specialist and forwarded. However, the content must be agreed and the draft prepared in conjunction with the case owner.

Guidance on submissions to the technical specialist in Personal Tax International can be found in INTM604440 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-manual/intm604440).

The case owner remains responsible for managing all day-to-day case handling issues but should refer those issues relevant for the technical specialist as and when it is appropriate.
4C Associates 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 4C Associates 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 4C Associates 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
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.
British Embassy Minsk
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

The British Embassy in Minsk maintains and develops relations between the UK and Belarus.

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to Belarus. Find out more in our Belarus Travel Advice (https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/belarus).

Find out more on our UK and Belarus news page (https://www.gov.uk/world/belarus/news).

We provide services to British nationals living and visiting Belarus.

Our work covers a range of issues including human rights and trade.

You can access UK government services while in Belarus (https://www.gov.uk/world/belarus).

Getting help

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

We prioritise emergencies and people who are vulnerable, for example, if someone’s:

ill, injured, or involved in a crime

with a British person who’s died

Get help from FCDO (https://www.contact.service.csd.fcdo.gov.uk/posts/belarus/british-embassy-minsk)

Get an emergency travel document

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

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

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

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

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

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

If you’re not a British citizen but think you may be eligible, contact us to apply for an emergency travel document (#contact-us).

Other consular services

Notarial and documentary services

See the full list of notarial and documentary services for British people abroad (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/documents-for-british-people-abroad).

Consular fees

See the full list of consular fees (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/consular-services-fees).
Board minutes: 26 September 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-20)

Minutes from the 26 September 2024 Board meeting

The members of the Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) board are set out in the ‘Our management’ section of the SSRO’s home page (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/single-source-regulations-office).
Man who conspired to commit FGM has jail sentence increased
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-18)

A man who arranged a female genital mutilation (FGM) procedure for a young girl has had his jail sentence increased.

Emad Kaky, 48, has had his sentence increased after it was referred to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme.

The court heard that in June 2019 Kaky arranged for a young girl to travel to Iraq for an FGM procedure and to be forced into marriage.

Kaky’s plans were uncovered by a witness who arranged for the victim to travel back to the UK from Iraq and reported Kaky to the police.

Kaky was convicted of conspiracy to commit FGM and forced marriage.

The Solicitor General Lucy Rigby KC MP said:

FGM is a sickening crime and this government is determined to stamp out the practice as part of our mission to halve violence against women and girls.

This offender intended to inflict grotesque physical and mental suffering upon a child. The court has rightly decided to increase his sentence to reflect the severity of his crime.

This was a landmark case, and I would like to commend the work of the CPS to successfully prosecute for the first time a charge of conspiracy to commit FGM.

Janine McKinney, Chief Crown Prosecutor for CPS East Midlands, said:

Female genital mutilation is a horrific crime to subject anyone to - let alone a child.

This landmark case sends a strong message to perpetrators - just because an offence has been committed somewhere else in the world does not stop you facing prosecution.

During the trial we presented evidence that the defendant considered his behaviour to be normal. Today, Emad Kaky has faced the consequences of his actions in trying to get a child subjected to female genital mutilation and be forced into a marriage not of her choosing.

The law is clear that there is no place for this unacceptable practice in society and the Crown Prosecution Service, police and other law enforcement agencies will work together to bring perpetrators to justice.

On 3 October 2024, Emad Kaky was sentenced to four and a half years’ imprisonment at Nottingham Crown Court for one count of conspiracy to commit FGM outside England and Wales and one count of forced marriage

On 24 January 2025, Kaky’s sentence was substituted for 7 years’ imprisonment after it was referred to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme.
Living Sober CIC
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Living Sober CIC recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Armed Forces Day
We also pledge the following:

Support any individuals who have an alcohol addiction brought on by stresses of service life

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.
Grove View Apartments, Highgate Road, London, NW5 1BE: LON/00AG/LSC/2024/0101
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-27)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge H Carr and Mr S Mason BSc FRICS on 6 November 2024.

Read the full decision Grove View Apartments, Highgate Road, London, NW5 1BE: LON/00AG/LSC/2024/0101 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/676012f8b745d5f7a053ef8b/27A_Grove_View_apartments_reviewed_decision.docx).
A Berhe v CleanEvent: 3306459/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in A Berhe v CleanEvent: 3306459/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/684c3dc419e3b84158cba306/A_Berhe_v_CleanEvent_3306459-2024_Strike_out_Judgment.pdf).
Nominal roll of consultant awards in England and Wales: 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-25)

A list of all consultants in receipt of a national Clinical Excellence, Clinical Impact or Distinction Award on 1 April 2024.

The nominal roll shows all holders of active national Clinical Excellence, Clinical Impact or Distinction Awards in England and Wales.

This list is published annually. It will not include changes to any awards after 1 April 2024. Changes after this date will be reflected in the next version of the nominal roll.

If you have a query about the award status of a particular consultant, contact the Advisory Committee on Clinical Impact Awards (ACCIA) secretariat:
- England - xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
- Wales - xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Knightguard 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 Knightguard 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 Knightguard 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.
Traffic commissioners: finance
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-31)

Sets out how the requirements for available finance might be met.

The Senior Traffic Commissioner for Great Britain issues guidance and directions (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/senior-traffic-commissioners-statutory-guidance-and-statutory-directions) under section 4C(1) of the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981 (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1981/14/contents) (as amended).

This guidance explains how the Senior Traffic Commissioner believes that traffic commissioners should interpret the law in relation to the requirements for financial standing.

The directions are addressed to the traffic commissioners in respect of the approach to be taken by staff acting on behalf of individual traffic commissioners. They dictate the operation of delegated functions in relation to the requirements for financial standing.

This document replaces the previous version dated January 2019 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/traffic-commissioners-finance-december-2017).
HMEXSH2020 - General structure and nature of the Exports Shops regime: Scenarios for Export Shop warehouses
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-08)


There are three possible scenarios for Export Shop warehouses:
- all sales to entitled passengers  the Export Shop must be situated in a location where only departing entitled passengers have access to it. (i.e. a terminal which only serves departing 3rd country flights);
- common stock sales  where it is possible to sell to both entitled and non-entitled passengers and the ratio of sales to entitled passengers is 50% or more and the Export Shop is separately authorised to use the Special Payment scheme; and
- dual stock sales  the Export Shop is situated in a place where both entitled and non- entitled passengers have access to it (i.e. a terminal which serves both 3rd country and intra-EU flights) but either the ratio of sales to entitled passengers is less than 50% or the Export Shop warehouse keeper does not want to be a Common Stock location.
Goods in customs duty suspension, for example electrical goods from Japan or Australian wine, may only be held in an Export Shop that has been separately approved as a Customs warehouse. Apart from the removal of customs duty free goods by entitled passengers the controls and method of assurance will be very similar to that for general customs warehouses (see R5-3 (http://guidance.hmce.gov.uk/R_Series/R5-3_Customs_warehousing/default.asp)). The controls for removal to entitled passengers will closely follow those for excise duty suspended goods.
UK and CONAP Strengthen Cooperation for Protected Area Conservation
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-16)

British Ambassador, Juliana Correa, met with CONAP Executive Secretary, Igor De la Roca, to review ongoing conservation efforts and explore new areas of collaboration.

They discussed progress under the UK’s Biodiverse Landscapes Fund, including initiatives in the Maya Forest and Trifinio region, and the completion of a UK-funded project supporting indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz.

The establishment of the El Gavilán camp in Laguna del Tigre was highlighted as a key step in protecting the Maya Biosphere Reserve. They also explored opportunities linked to the Calakmul Biocultural Corridor Declaration, which connects Guatemala, Mexico, and Belize in the second-largest biodiversity corridor in the Americas.

Future actions include an October visit by representatives of the UK’s Department of Food, Agriculture and Environment (DEFRA), Guatemala’s participation in COP30, and CONAP’s proposal to the GEF to scale successful biodiversity and development initiatives.

The British Embassy reaffirmed its commitment to conservation and continued collaboration with CONAP and local partners.
VAT gap estimates
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

HMRC statistics relating to VAT gap estimates.

If you have any queries relating to these statistics, please contact: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

The VAT gap is the difference between the VAT theoretical liability, estimated using national accounts data, and actual cash receipts.

Archive versions of the VAT gap estimates published on GOV.UK (https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ukgwa/20230307210650/https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/vat-gap-estimates) are available via the UK Government Web Archive, from the National Archives.
Inquest Canine Detection & Security 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 Inquest Canine Detection & Security 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 Inquest Canine Detection & Security 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
We also pledge the following:

-working with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP), in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for Service Leavers

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.
Horns and hoof products to produce fertiliser to, or transit through, the European Union and Northern Ireland: certificate 8320
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)

Apply online for an export health certificate (EHC) to export horn and hoof products (excluding horn and hoof meal) from Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) to the EU or move them to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply online for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service to export to the EU or to move these goods to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you do not need an EHC to export to the EU. Contact DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx to find out what you need to do.

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6841bcc8280ec7236902c0ce/8320NFG_Nov25-v8.pdf) and specimen certificate (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5f68cf19e90e077f652e367f/Specimen-8320_English_V1.pdf).

2. Apply online

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

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/8320EHC)

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

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

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

Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for blocks of certificates.
Find out more

Stay up to date with any changes to EHCs by signing up for email alerts (https://www.gov.uk/export-health-certificates/email-signup).

Find out about getting an EHC (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-an-export-health-certificate).

Find out about exporting live animals and animal products (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/exporting-animals-animal-products-fish-and-fishery-products-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal).

Help with your application

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

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

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges).
Foundering of the yacht Bayesian with loss of 7 lives
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-14)

Location: 0.5 nautical miles south‑east of Porticello, Italy.

Interim Accident Investigation Report 2025

Read our interim marine accident investigation report, which contains information from the investigation completed to date, including a simplified narrative of events; factual detail and analysis of the environmental conditions; details of Bayesian’s stability, as documented; and a summary of a study into how the yacht was likely impacted by the environmental conditions experienced.

MAIB interim report - Bayesian - Very Serious Marine Casualty (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6821ea1aced319d02c9060f2/2025-Bayesian-InterimReport.pdf)

Summary

On 19 August 2024, the UK registered large sailing yacht Bayesian foundered in high winds 0.5 nautical miles south-east of the port of Porticello, Italy. There were 12 guests and 10 crew on board at the time the vessel sank. Six of the guests and one crew member died.

Safety issues

This is an interim report. The circumstances of the accident have not yet been subjected to a full analysis from which to draw conclusions and identify safety issues. However, the initial studies commissioned by the MAIB show that Bayesian may have been vulnerable to high winds, and that such winds may have been evident at the time of the accident.

Statement from the Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents. (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/bayesian-interim-report-published#ci-statement)

Photograph credit

Photograph of Bayesian courtesy of Karsten Börner, Skipper of Sir Robert Baden Powell.
Miss S Dallimore v AT Transport Solutions Ltd: 3306629/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss S Dallimore v AT Transport Solutions Ltd: 3306629/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6930226e0cf0b7e681ff4163/Miss_S_Dallimore_v_AT_Transport_Solutions_Ltd_3306629_2024_Judgment.pdf).
Tec Train Ltd t/as Cerco Trainers
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 Tec Train Ltd t/as Cerco Trainers 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 Tec Train Ltd t/as Cerco Trainers recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- 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.
EM6327 - Contract Settlements: Letters of Offer: Delay in Acceptance
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)


The guidance about contract settlements at EM6000 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/enquiry-manual/em6000)+ only relates to direct tax. You must never include VAT or VAT penalties in a contract settlement.

Once made, an offer which is neither withdrawn nor rejected remains open for acceptance for a reasonable period, generally up to six months.

Where an offer is not accepted within a reasonable period because of
- the need for clarification regarding the offer, or
- delay in obtaining such clarification
It is advisable to contact the customer to confirm in writing whether they still wish to proceed. This timeframe should be used as guidance, with each case assessed individually. In some instances, a new offer may be required from the customer. Where there is uncertainty, please consult your manager. If the customer fails to respond and a new offer is not forthcoming you should instead proceed formally.
J Eyles v Hexagon Housing Association Ltd: 2301892/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in J Eyles v Hexagon Housing Association Ltd: 2301892/2024 - Withdrawal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6914954feba5bda2026fc850/Ms_J_Eyles_v_Hexagon_Housing_Association_2301892-2024_Dismissal_Judgment_-_18-Feb-25.pdf).
Management of internal security procedures policy framework (closed and open prisons)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

Policy and guidance for prison staff of how to identify and manage the risk of escape and abscond through internal security processes and procedures.

The internal security procedures policy frameworks update and replace the following PSIs:
- PSI 13/2011 Management and Security of Communication/Control Room and Internal Movement
- PSI 14/2011 Management and Security of Gate Services
- PSI 24/2011 Management and Security of Nights
- PSI 54/2011 Management and Security of Tools and Equipment
- PSI 55/2011 Management and Security of Keys and Locks
- Activity allocation and workplace risk assessments
These policy frameworks provides all public and contracted prisons with the information and guidance needed to manage the risk of escape or abscond through internal security processes and procedures.

These policies contain mandatory actions which will assist staff in carrying out these security procedures. There is a separate policy for closed prisons and open prisons, please make sure you are referring to the correct policy for your prison.
Re-export of Products of Animal Origin of European Union or Northern Ireland origin back to the European Union or Northern Ireland after storage in Great Britain: certificate 8461
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-03)

Apply online for an export health certificate (EHC) to re-export Products of Animal Origin of European Union or Northern Ireland origin back to the European Union or Northern Ireland after storage in Great Britain

Apply for an export health certificate online

If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply for an export health certificate (EHC) using the online service to export these products to the EU or to move them to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you do not need an EHC to export to the EU. Contact DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx to find out what you need to do.

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the specimen certificate (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6904cd25823bdda9488b250f/8461_V3_SPECIMEN.pdf) and guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6904cd32823bdda9488b2510/8461NFG_Nov25_v6.pdf).

2. Apply online

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

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/8461EHC)

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

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

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

Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for blocks of certificates
Find out more

Stay up to date with any changes to EHCs by signing up for email alerts (https://www.gov.uk/export-health-certificates/email-signup).

Find out about getting an EHC (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-an-export-health-certificate).

Find out about exporting live animals and animal products (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/exporting-animals-animal-products-fish-and-fishery-products-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal) from 1 January 2021.

Help with your application

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

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

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges).
S Lopes v Higham Primary School and Kent County Council: 2308937/2020
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in S Lopes v Higham Primary School and Kent County Council: 2308937/2020 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68e77eab57038b5739b98592/S_Lopes_-v-_Higham_Primary_School__Kent_County_Council_2308937-2020_Strike-Out_Judgment_04.10.25.pdf).