theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Unique Positive Solutions
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 Unique Positive Solutions 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 Unique Positive Solutions 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
- 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.
Smoking profile: September 2025 update
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-02)

An overview of the extent of tobacco use, tobacco-related harm, vaping use and the measures being taken to reduce smoking-related harms at a local level in England.

The smoking profile has been designed to help local government and health services to assess the effect of smoking on their local populations. The data is presented in an interactive tool that allows users to view it in a user-friendly format.

This release includes historical data on stop smoking services. It does not contain a new year of data because similar data has previously been published by NHS England, available at Statistics on Local Stop Smoking Services in England (https://digital.nhs.uk/data-and-information/publications/statistical/statistics-on-nhs-stop-smoking-services-in-england).

For queries about this publication email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
LED4Food: Product-level GHG footprinting methodology
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-25)

A recommended best practice methodology for product-level greenhouse gas (GHG) footprinting in the agri-food sector.

As part of the LED4Food research programme, Defra has published a recommended best practice methodology for product-level greenhouse gas (GHG) footprinting in the agri-food sector. This is a key milestone for the Food Data Transparency Partnership (https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/food-data-transparency-partnership).

The report reviews existing standards and provides detailed recommendations for lifecycle assessment (LCA) practitioners and sustainability professionals.

This methodology is not mandatory. It is intended to support more consistent and science-led measurement of product-level emissions, helping businesses improve scope 3 reporting and support supply chain decarbonisation.

Defra and WRAP are inviting industry to test the methodology from September 2025. Feedback from this testing will help refine the approach and inform future policy development.

To express interest in testing, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
North Warwickshire Borough Council
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 North Warwickshire Borough Council 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 North Warwickshire Borough Council recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr E Laugmanis v Winner Recruitment Ltd and Others: 1305116/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr E Laugmanis v Winner Recruitment Ltd and Others: 1305116/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c2b463838e7712ea2bfeae/1305116_2024_Laugmanis_Judgment_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).
Ms D Astin v Brunel University London: 3303135/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-22)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms D Astin v Brunel University London: 3303135/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6790c374cf977e4bf9a2f128/Ms_D_Astin_-_v_-_Brunel_University_London_-_3303135-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Ms K McRitchie v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: 118718/2009
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms K McRitchie v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: 118718/2009 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67cae95d3f8b61c757fa0032/118718.2009_K_McRitchie_v_Glasgow_City_Council__Cordia__Services__LLP.pdf).
The Askefield Project 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 The Askefield Project 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 The Askefield Project 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
We also pledge the following:

-Work closely with Forces charities to provide a service to those personnel and veterans who require additional help with mental health issues in a supportive green environment

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.
IEIM403115 - Due Diligence: New Accounts: Introduction
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)


New Accounts: Introduction

CRS

For CRS purposes, a New Account is an account opened on or after 1 January 2016, or if the account is treated as a Financial Account solely by virtue of CRS2.0, an account opened on or after 1 January 2026.

Example:

An individual holds Specified Electronic Money Products [see IEIM401560 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-exchange-of-information/ieim401560)] with two unrelated Financial Institutions, one account opened in November 2024 and the other opened in February 2026. Both accounts are treated as Financial Accounts solely by virtue of CRS2.0. The account opened in November 2024 is a Preexisting Account, the account opened in February 2026 is a New Account.

In some circumstances [see IEIM403125 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-exchange-of-information/ieim403125)], accounts opened on or after 1 January 2016 or 1 January 2026 respectively can be categorised as Pre-existing Accounts. Such accounts are subject to Pre-existing Account due diligence and under CRS2.0 should be reported as Pre-existing Accounts.

FATCA

For FATCA purposes, a New Account is an account opened on or after 1 July 2014.
Gower College Swansea
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 Gower College Swansea 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 Gower College Swansea recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
HS2 Ltd response to Construction Commissioner’s 31st report
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-13)

High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd responds to the thirty-first Construction Commissioner’s report published in January 2025.

The HS2 independent Construction Commissioner’s report provides an update on issues raised in his previous report and comments on matters which may have an impact on future numbers of complaints.

The independent Construction Commissioner’s role is to mediate and monitor the way in which HS2 Ltd manages and responds to construction complaints. The Construction Commissioner will mediate any unresolved construction related disputes between HS2 Ltd and individuals or bodies, and provides advice to members of the public about how to make a complaint about construction.
Cervical screening: gynaecological cytopathology EQA scheme
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

The external quality assessment (EQA) scheme for gynaecological cytopathology in the NHS cervical screening programme.

This guidance outlines the external quality assessment (EQA) scheme for gynaecological cytopathology.

It provides information about:
- EQA scheme design
- interpretation of results
- requirements and responsibilities for participants
- principles and methodology of operation
This scheme is accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (https://www.ukas.com/) (UKAS) to ISO 17043 (https://www.iso.org/standard/29366.html). The Proficiency Testing Provider number is 7597.

This publication was originally published by Public Health England, which closed on 30 September 2021.
PIM1075 - Income chargeable: flat management companies
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-21)


Overview

Flat management companies should calculate their profits in accordance with GAAP, subject to any adjustments required or authorised by legislation. This means that any rents or other income received from tenants are generally taxable as property income. This will not be the case if the amounts received are capital (PIM2040 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/property-income-manual/pim2040)) or for certain receipts which fall within Section 42 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 (see below). Also note HMRC may treat a flat management company as dormant (https://www.gov.uk/set-up-property-management-company).

Section 42 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987

Under Section 42 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 contributions to certain variable service charge funds and to sinking funds in respect of a resident property should be paid into a trust fund.

For the purpose of LTA87 service charges include:
- any amount payable by a tenant as part of or in addition to rent which is payable, directly or indirectly, for services, repairs, maintenance or insurance or the landlord’s costs of management and,
- the whole or part of which varies or may vary according to the relevant costs.
The service charge funds should be set at a level which leaves a “no surplus-no deficit” situation at the end of the year, though in practise there may be a small reserve remaining. For example, if part of a tenants rent is allocated to repairs this would be classed as a service charge if the amount is variable but simply part of the rent payable if it is a fixed amount.

Sinking funds involve the long term setting aside of funds for major repairs and renewals and over time this fund can accumulate and generate investment income.

Service charges and contributions to sinking funds received by a flat management company fall outside the scope of corporation tax as the landlord (or payee) is not beneficially entitled to these receipts. Therefore, this income falls under LTA87/S42 and is received as capital in the payee’s capacity as a trustee.

If any investment income arises on these sums the trustees have the normal obligation to notify chargeability and tax is chargeable on the trustee at the rate applicable to trusts.

Any rents received are outside the scope of LTA87/S42 and remain taxable as property income.

LTA87/S42 does not apply if the funds are paid by freehold owners of a property or if the landlord is an exempt landlord.
Mandatory training on learning disability and autism
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-24)

Standards for training on learning disability and autism for registered health and social care providers and their staff.

The Health and Care Act 2022 introduced a statutory requirement that health and social care providers that are registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC), must ensure their staff receive learning disability and autism training appropriate to their role. This training will help ensure that staff have the right knowledge and skills to provide safe and informed care.

The Oliver McGowan code of practice sets out clear standards for CQC-registered providers on meeting the training requirement, such as expectations on training content and delivery. The code became final on 6 September 2025.

The code also provides information about the Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training on Learning Disability and Autism (https://www.e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/the-oliver-mcgowan-mandatory-training-on-learning-disability-and-autism/), which is the preferred and recommended training package developed by the government to support providers to meet the requirement.

The code and the training are named after Oliver McGowan, whose death shone a light on the need for health and social care staff to have a better understanding of learning disability and autism.
Customer Engagement Policy
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-10)

The steps we take to identify, manage and resolve unacceptable customer behaviour.

The Charity Commission is committed to providing a quality service to all our customers. In return, we expect everyone who comes into contact with our staff to treat them with respect.

This policy explains what customers should expect from the Charity Commission, how we expect staff to be treated and if we experience unacceptable behaviour, the action we will take to protect our staff and resources. It applies to everyone who access our services.
We must not let Ukraine’s courage and bravery be in vain: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-16)

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine.

At the arrival of a new year, a time when many of us are looking forward and embracing possibility, it is sobering to consider how, for Ukrainian people, so little has changed.

Russia continues to attack civilians, target energy security, and threaten nuclear security.

Just last week, Russia launched one of its deadliest aerial attacks in months, resulting in at least 19 civilians dead and 132 injured.

Ukraine continues to prove its determination to restore its freedom and territorial integrity, to exercise its right to self-defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter and to secure the return of its abducted children.

The Prime Minister made clear on his visit to Kyiv today the UK’s longstanding commitment to Ukraine’s security.

On the cusp of the fourth year of Russia’s war, Ukraine continues to fight for its survival as a nation. We must not let their courage and bravery be in vain.

This is why, when we talk about peace in Ukraine, we must be absolutely clear about what real peace means.

Peace means a sovereign and secure Ukraine, able to flourish without the constant threat of territorial invasion.

As members of this Council, I trust we can all agree that this is the only definition of peace we can accept.

It is this peace that Ukraine continues to fight for.

Ukraine has made clear its desire for peace and has set out its proposals in Zelensky’s 10 point plan.

President Putin however calls for Ukraine to withdraw Ukrainian forces from Ukraine’s own territory, to give up protecting its citizens, and to sacrifice its right to choose its alliances.

This shows his complete contempt for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territory, for international law and the UN Charter.

To Putin, peace in Ukraine means complete surrender in the face of wanton aggression, something that no country would accept.

And it is no longer Russia alone who threatens Ukraine’s security, the direct participation of DPRK troops in combat operations is another dangerous expansion of Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine, and further proof that he has no interest in peace.

In return for their support, Russia is emboldening the regimes in both Tehran and Pyongyang which has direct implications for global security.

This reckless behaviour is not just a significant concern for Ukraine’s security, it is a concern for us all.

For as long as Russia’s aggression continues, the path to peace will not be an easy one.

This is why we must stand with Ukraine and help ensure that any peace is enduring.

Together, we must send a clear message to Putin: redrawing borders by force does not pay.
Product Safety Report: YISHIFD Laptop Charger sold via Amazon (2504-0140)
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-07)

Product Safety Report for YISHIFD Laptop Charger presenting a high risk of fire.

Summary

Product: YISHIFD Laptop Charger

Hazard: The product presents a high risk of fire as the fuse was not provided with any granular filler to ensure safe operation under fault conditions.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border.

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of fire as the fuse was not provided with any granular filler to ensure safe operation under fault conditions. The supply cord is also an inadequate size and failed the electric strength test, which may result in overheating or a breakdown between the input and output circuit. The product also requires improvements to the documentation, markings and instructions.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2504-0140

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Mr J S Sharma (deceased) v Lagardere Travel Retail (UK) Ltd: 3300989/2021
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J S Sharma v Lagardere Travel Retail (UK) Ltd: 3300989/2021 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6317201f8fa8f50226ab6067/Mr_J_Sharma_-_v_-_Lagardere_Travel_Retail__UK__Ltd__-_3300989-2021_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr J S Sharma (deceased) v Lagardere Travel Retail (UK) Ltd: 3300989/2021 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f9f224baf1f8c92fb5f8fc/Mr_J_Sharma_deceased__v_Lagardere_Travel_Retail__UK__Ltd-3300989-_2021-_Judgment.pdf).
Syria sanctions: guidance
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-17)

Guidance on the Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019.

The Syria (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2019/792/contents/made) came fully into force on 31 December 2020.

This guidance assists people in implementing and complying with the regulations. It covers the prohibitions and requirements imposed, and provides guidance on best practice for:
- complying with the prohibitions and requirements
- enforcing them
- circumstances where they do not apply
This guidance should be read alongside more detailed sanctions guidance published by departments including the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), Department for Transport (DfT), Home Office and HM Treasury, through the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI).
The Timms Review
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-02)

This page brings together publications related to the Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP).

The government has launched the Timms Review to ensure that Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is fair and fit for the future in a changing world, and helps support disabled people to achieve better health, higher living standards and greater independence, including through employment.

PIP supports many people with the extra costs of a disability or long-term health condition, and the government is committed to ensuring it remains a non-means-tested cash benefit, there for people in and out of work. However, despite shifting trends in disability and long-term health conditions, as well as changes in wider society and the workplace, PIP has never been fully reviewed.

To ensure lived experience is at the heart of its work, the Review will be co-produced with disabled people, the organisations that represent them, carers, clinicians, experts, Members of Parliament and other stakeholders.

The Review will be co-chaired by Sir Stephen Timms, Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sharron Brennan and Dr Clenton Farquharson CBE. The co-chairs will oversee a steering group which will jointly lead the Review.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) published the initial Terms of Reference (https://qna.files.parliament.uk/ws-attachments/1817526/original/Timms%20Review%20of%20the%20PIP%20Assessment.pdf) in June 2025.

On 30 October 2025, we updated the Review’s Terms of Reference to reflect current government policy following changes to the Universal Credit Act, and to include additions and clarifications following stakeholder engagement over the summer of 2025.

The Review aims to report to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions in autumn 2026 and we have committed to reporting its outcomes to Parliament.
International road freight statistics: October 2023 to September 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-14)

Road freight activity of UK-registered heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) operating internationally, between October 2023 to September 2024.

Our statistical practice is regulated by the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR). OSR sets the standards of trustworthiness, quality and value in the Code of Practice for Statistics that all producers of official statistics should adhere to.

This publication includes both accredited official statistics and official statistics. Accredited official statistics (https://osr.statisticsauthority.gov.uk/policies/official-statistics-policies/accredited-official-statistics-policy/) are called National Statistics in the Statistics and Registration Service Act 2007.

You are welcome to contact us directly by e-mailing xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) with any comments about how we meet these standards.

Important note for users

Statistics for international road freight have been revised for the period January 2022 (quarter 1) to December 2023 (quarter 4).

The grossing factors for the international road freight survey have been recalculated for this period due to revisions in RoRo census data. RoRo data is used to produce the grossing factors which scale the international road haulage survey data to be representative of the total volume of heavy goods vehicle (HGV) traffic.

An explanation of the impact on the data can be found within the International Road Freight Statistics: October 2023 to September 2024 (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/international-road-freight-statistics-october-2023-to-september-2024/international-road-freight-statistics-october-2023-to-september-2024-united-kingdom) publication and more detail in the RoRo revision (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/road-goods-vehicles-travelling-to-europe-2024/road-goods-vehicles-travelling-to-europe-revisions-to-published-data-from-january-2022-to-december-2023) note.

Headline figures

Statistics on the international activity of UK-registered heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) operating in the UK between October 2023 and September 2024

5.7 million tonnes of goods were lifted by UK-registered HGVs operating internationally

3.5 billion tonne kilometres of goods were moved by UK-registered HGVs operating internationally

The previous announcement of the UK leaving the EU and subsequent transition period, along with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and resulting supply chain disruption, have caused higher levels of volatility in freight statistics over the past 6 years. Therefore, caution should be taken when comparing this data to previous time periods.

Contact us

Road freight statistics

Email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

Media enquiries xx-xxxx-xxxx

To hear more about DfT statistical publications as they are released, follow us on X at DfTstats (https://www.x.com/DfTstats).
SGSELSG7000 - Identifying goods requiring a specific licence: Contents
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


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

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

Flowchart Diagram (http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/gds/sgselsg/attachments/pp_sgselsg7000_flowchart.doc)
Precision bred plants: releasing and marketing
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-13)

How to submit release notices and marketing notices for precision bred plants, and rules you must follow when releasing the plants.

Developers should read this guidance if they plan to release or market a precision bred plant (or food and feed derived from it). It explains:
- how to submit a release or marketing notice for your plant
- the information to include in your notice
- rules to follow when releasing precision bred plants into the environment in research and development trials
You must also check that your plant meets the precision breeding criteria outlined in the ACRE guidance on producing precision bred plants (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/acre-guidance-on-producing-precision-bred-plants).

If you plan to market your precision bred plant as food or feed, you also need authorisation from the Food Standards Agency (FSA). Read the FSA guidance on food and feed marketing authorisation of precision bred organisms (https://www.food.gov.uk/business-guidance/what-are-precision-bred-organisms).
Miss O Kouadio v Sola Catering Ltd: 2305847/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss O Kouadio v Sola Catering Ltd: 2305847/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67acb268e400ae62338324e2/Miss_O_Kouadio_v_Sola_Catering_Limited_S-O_Judgment__2_2305847-2024.pdf).
Register a single alternative inspection location (AD02)
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Use this form to tell Companies House of a SAIL address where your company's records will be held.

This form can be used to notify Companies House of an alternative inspection location for your company’s records.

Use the online service (https://www.gov.uk/file-changes-to-a-company-with-companies-house) to update your information as quickly as possible.

It takes longer to process paper forms sent to us by post.
Barhale Holdings Plc
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 Barhale Holdings Plc 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 Barhale Holdings Plc recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Working for British Embassy Brussels
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-08)


General information

Our vacancies are advertised below and also on external recruitment websites, as well as on our Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/ukinbelgium) and Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/ukinbelgium) accounts. Please note that email applications should include your full name in the message title and your e-mail and attachments must not exceed 300kB in size.

Internships

The British Missions in Belgium occasionally offers internship experience for students.

Currently, we have no internship opportunities.

Interns recruitment procedure

All internship opportunities in Belgium are advertised openly on our website and all such appointments are made on merit following the recruitment process, including interviews and security clearance. We consider all applications and invite a selection of candidates for interview. Only those selected for interview will be contacted. All invited candidates can expect a competency-based interview conducted in English by a panel of staff. Interviews may also include a short practical exercise testing specific skills required for each role.

We do not offer any exclusive arrangements or ad-hoc agreements with any academic institution or similar organisation for the provision of internships which would exclude other eligible candidates from accessing the advertised opportunity. We encourage all interest in our posted internship opportunities.

Applicant for local internships should specify if they will be funded through the Erasmus, Leonardo program or Erasmus plus (for UK-based students). Occasionally we will also offer paid internships. Additionally, UK-based students should reference the experience page on the FCDO website. Potential interns in the UK have access to a range of centrally run schemes, including with the FCDO. Internship applications are welcome regardless of age, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability. We aim to reflect the diversity of society.

Current work opportunities

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

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mrs Susan Pletnick
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-12)

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: Mrs Susan Pletnick

Teacher reference number: 3742993

Teacher’s date of birth: 11 February 1969

Location teacher worked: Manchester, North West England.

Date of professional conduct panel: 27 to 30 January 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 Mrs Susan Pletnick, formerly employed in Manchester, North West England.

Teacher misconduct

Ground Floor, South Cheylesmore House 5 Quinton RoadCoventryCV1 2WT

Email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Information about regulating the teaching profession and the process for dealing with serious teacher misconduct.
Matthew Hood appointed as senior adviser to Secretary of State
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-05)

Matthew Hood OBE to work with the department’s delivery unit to help ensure that the government and department deliver on their commitments.

Matthew Hood OBE has accepted a direct ministerial appointment to the Department of Health and Social Care

Matthew will work closely with Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, and be focused on delivery of the government’s priorities and the work of the department’s delivery unit during this period of reform

The Secretary of State has made clear his plan for delivery during a period of reform and transformation of the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England. Matt will work with the department’s delivery unit to help ensure that the government and department deliver on their commitments, co-ordinate across the health and care system and provide advice on emerging challenges.

Matthew is the former chief executive and co-founder of Oak National Academy. He has held senior roles in public service delivery and brings direct experience of leading organisations during periods of significant change.

The appointment is a paid role, which began on 17 September 2025.
Shangri-Law Park, Kingsmans Farm Road, Hockley SS5 6QE; CAM/22UL/PHI/2024/0016
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-14)

Eastern Region, Judge JR Morris, 7 April 2025

Read the decision in full Shangri-Law Park, Kingsmans Farm Road, Hockley SS5 6QE; CAM/22UL/PHI/2024/0016 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842c89257f3515d9611f034/_PH___05__23_Shangri_La_Park_-_Pitch_Fee.25.pdf)
British High Commission Victoria
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-21)

The British High Commission in Seychelles maintains and develops relations between the UK and Seychelles.

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

If you’re travelling in Seychelles, see our Seychelles travel advice (https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/seychelles).

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/seychelles/british-high-commission-victoria)

Get an emergency travel document

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Other consular services

Notarial and documentary services

For legal reasons, we are unable to carry out notarial acts in Commonwealth countries. This includes certifying documents as true copies of originals, administering oaths or taking affidavits. For these or other notarial acts, you should contact a local notary (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/seychelles-list-of-lawyers).

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).