theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
TAG International
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 TAG International 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 TAG International 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.
Ms C Chambers v London Borough of Islington and Venn Group Ltd: 2219206/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms C Chambers v London Borough of Islington and Venn Group Ltd: 2219206/2023 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66992a3bab418ab055592852/Ms_C_Chambers_v_1._London_Borough_of_Islington_2._Venn_Group_Ltd_-_2219206-2023.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms C Chambers v London Borough of Islington and Venn Group Ltd: 2219206/2023 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/676968f3be7b2c675de309e3/Ms_C_Chambers_v__London_Borough_of_Islington_-_2219206.2023_-_Reconsideration.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms C Chambers v London Borough of Islington and Venn Group Ltd: 2219206/2023 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/677688366c34906cc84c9485/Ms_C_Chambers_v_London_Borough_of_Islington_-_2219206-2023.pdf)
Parental responsibility measures
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-30)

Local authority data on penalty notices, parenting orders and parenting contracts (for unauthorised absence).

Statistics on the parental responsibility measures (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/parental-responsibility-measures-for-behaviour-and-attendance) used by schools and local authorities to improve poor pupil attendance, including penalty notices, parenting orders and parenting contracts.

We originally published this information as transparency data. From the 2013 to 2014 academic year, the data is classified as ‘official statistics’.

Earlier releases are also available at the National Archives website (http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20131216163513/http:/www.education.gov.uk/schools/pupilsupport/behaviour/attendance/a0010302/parental-responsibility-data).
Castlemead Group 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 Castlemead Group 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 Castlemead Group 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
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 D Goffin v The Priory Federation of Academies: 6001857/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-28)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D Goffin v The Priory Federation of Academies: 6001857/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6808ecb60324470d6a394f15/Mr_David_Goffin_v_The_Priory_Federation_of_Academies_6001857.2023_Judgment.pdf).
GAD expertise in focus at leading general insurance conference
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

GAD actuaries discussed the personal injury discount rate and professional standards at the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries' GIRO Conference.

Specialists from the Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) shared their insight and expertise at the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries’ (IFoA) annual GIRO Conference. It is one of the key UK events for general insurance professionals.

Demonstrating leadership in setting the Ogden rate

GAD’s pivotal role in the process for setting the personal injury discount rate (PIDR, also known as the Ogden rate) was featured in a dedicated session.

The Government Actuary, Fiona Dunsire, and insurance actuary Paul Butcher presented an overview of GAD’s evidence-based approach and rigorous analysis in advising on PIDR for England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

This year marked a significant development for the process in England and Wales. This is because the Lord Chancellor consulted for the first time with an expert panel chaired by Fiona Dunsire. Fiona discussed the importance of independence and expertise in supporting decision-making and described how GAD’s robust methodology helped shape the recent review.

Paul Butcher commented: “GAD’s contributions at GIRO highlighted the breadth and depth of our skills and experience. Our team brings expert analysis and independent advice to help the public sector make informed decisions in the public interest.”

Delegates gained insight into the range of evidence considered, including market conditions and actuarial analysis, and learned how this informed government policy in a complex and fast-changing environment.

Government Actuary Fiona Dunsire (L) and investment actuary Paul Butcher (R). Credit: GAD.

Promoting professionalism across the sector

The conference also showcased GAD’s commitment to upholding high professional standards.

Richard Chalk, an actuary seconded to GAD from the Bank of England, contributed to a workshop on professionalism and the Actuaries’ Code as part of the IFoA’s Professional Skills Working Group. Richard encouraged participants to reflect on the meaning of professionalism and the vital role of the Actuaries’ Code in guiding public service work.

Supporting the public sector with actuarial excellence

GAD regularly supports public sector clients in addressing complex financial and insurance issues.

To find out how GAD’s actuaries and analysts can support your organisation, contact GAD for a conversation.
D&K Accounting
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 D&K Accounting 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 D&K Accounting 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.
CSLM10215 - FAQs: employers questions and answers: Employee has died. what is the SL position?
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-06)


Suggested answerDo not make any Student Loan and or Postgraduate Loan (PGL) deductions from any payments made for a period after the date of death.

For any earning relating prior to the date of death, eg unpaid wages, student and or postgraduate loan deductions should still be made as normal.

You can find more information on gov.uk (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/special-rules-for-student-loans#employee-dies)
Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Croatia: Javed Patel
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-17)

Mr Javed Patel has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Croatia in succession to Mr Simon Thomas OBE. Mr Patel will take up his appointment during August 2025.

Curriculum vitae

Full name: Javed Patel

Media enquiries

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

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Email the FCDO Newsdesk (monitored 24 hours a day) in the first instance, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Base3 Solutions Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

1.1 We Base3 Solutions Ltd will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment

2.1 Base3 Solutions Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mrs M McCaffery v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: 4104635/2019
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs M McCaffery v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: 4104635/2019 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68482f6f944a600f13bcb888/Mrs_M_McCafferty_v_Glasgow_City_Council___Cordia__Services__LLP_-_4104635._2019_-_Judgment.pdf).
CTM40200 - Particular bodies: farming
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-09)


Farming is a major UK industry. Many farmers trade in partnership or alone as sole traders but some farming enterprises are undertaken by companies.

Historically, farming was taxed under Schedule B as income from the occupation of land, but since 1949-50 (FA48/S31) the taxation of farmers, including companies, has been dealt with in accordance with the principles associated with the computation of trade profits, though there remain a number of important differences and peculiarities. These are summarised here but more detail can be found at BIM55000 (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim55000.htm) onwards.

Averaging of profits

Companies, including corporate partners, may not claim averaging of profits nor may any other body which is chargeable to Corporation Tax. Neither may unincorporated businesses using the cash basis, BIM84000 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/business-income-manual/bim84000) onwards.

Other issues

Farming is statutorily defined (CTA10/S1125 and ITA07/S996). All farming carried on by one person is treated as one trade (CTA09/S36 and ITTOIA05/S9). The implications of this are explained at BIM55050 (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim55050.htm) onwards.

Many complications have arisen in the past because of European Union grants, subsidies and quotas. The guidance in the BIM explains how to deal with these and includes appropriate cross references to the CG guidance material, BIM55150 (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim55150.htm) onwards.

Stock valuations can also be problematical but an industry agreement first published as Business Economics Note BEN19 but currently as helpsheet IR232 makes these easier to resolve, see BIM55400 (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim55400.htm) onwards.

Statute defines livestock as trading stock but there are exceptions including an opportunity to elect irrevocably for the 'herd basis', under which in many cases a specified production herd or flock (class of animals) may be treated like a capital asset. These are explained at BIM55500 (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim55500.htm) onwards.

Farmers can be restricted in the amount of loss relief they can claim under ITA07/S64 or CTA10/S37 by ITA07/S67 to S70 or CTA10/S48. This legislation is explained at BIM85600 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/business-income-manual/bim85600) onwards.

Recognising the natural fluctuation of farming profits, farmers (but not farming companies) may be able to claim to average two consecutive years’ profits. See BIM (http://home.active.hmrci/bimmanual/bim83100.htm)84055 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/business-income-manual/bim84055)onwards.

Farmers could formerly claim Agricultural Buildings Allowance or ABA. These allowances were abolished over a 4 year period ending in 2011. See FA08/S45. ABAs are explained at CA40000 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/capital-allowances-manual/ca40000) onwards.
Medical Research Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

The home of Medical Research Council on GOV.UK. The Medical Research Council funds world-leading discovery and translational research to accelerate diagnosis, advance treatment and prevent human illness.

The Medical Research Council funds world-leading discovery and translational research to accelerate diagnosis, advance treatment and prevent human illness.

MRC is part of the UK Research and Innovation (/government/organisations/uk-research-and-innovation).
Miss E Pierce v Nudo Ltd: 2304100/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss E Pierce v Nudo Ltd: 2304100/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6809f22f8c1316be7978e7ce/Miss_E_Pierce_v_Nudo_Limited_2304100-2023_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss E Pierce v Nudo Ltd: 2304100/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689dc9d907f2cc15c9357255/Miss_E_Pierce_v_Nudo_Limited_2304100-2023_Judgment..pdf).
Mr S Stypka v JK Same Day Delivery Ltd: 1604166/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-27)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr S Stypka v JK Same Day Delivery Ltd: 1604166/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6880ea339fab8e2e86160f56/1604166.2024_S_Stypka_v_JK_Same_Day_Delivery_Limited_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr S Stypka v JK Same Day Delivery Ltd: 1604166/2024 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a8583b9e1cebdd2c96a0fa/1604166.2024_S_Stypka_v_JK_Same_Day_Delivery_Ltd_Written_Reasons.pdf).
25135590 Limited T/A SmartFix
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 25135590 Limited T/A SmartFix 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

xx-xxxx-xxxx Limited T/A SmartFix recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Access your personal learning record
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-21)

Information for learners and parents about their personal learning record and unique learner number.

About your personal learning record

Your personal learning record (PLR) is a permanent online record of your qualifications and achievements. It’s held by the Department for Education (DfE).

Your PLR records general and vocational qualifications, such as QCF, A levels, GCSEs, BTEC, diplomas and Functional Skills.

Request a copy of your PLR

If you want to view a copy of your PLR, approach your learning provider, as it can take up to 1 month for us to provide you with a copy by email.

If your learning provider cannot help you, download and complete a request form and return it to us by email with proof of your identity. This document is available in both Word and ODT formats to support different software. Use the format that works best for you.

Request a copy of your personal learning record (PLR) by email (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a7070dbceafd8d0d96a0a6/request-a-copy-of-your-personal-learning-record-PLR-by-email.odt) (ODT, 352 KB)

Request a copy of your personal learning record (PLR) by email (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68a707319e1cebdd2c96a09f/request-a-copy-of-your-personal-learning-record-plr-by-email.docx) (MS Word Document, 400 KB)

Before you request a copy of your PLR by email or through your learning provider, keep in mind that:
- it only records qualifications gained in England from 2012 onwards (2014 for Wales and 2015 for Northern Ireland)
- it only shows qualifications that are regulated by Ofqual (https://www.gov.uk/find-a-regulated-qualification)
- qualifications that are not funded by DfE may not appear
Report a problem with your PLR

You can report a problem if your PLR contains incorrect information about your qualifications. DfE is not responsible for investigating missing qualifications from the PLR.

If you’re enrolled or associated with a training provider, school or college, ask them to raise a data challenge on your behalf through the LRS organisational portal (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lrs-organisation-portal).

If you’re not enrolled or associated with a training provider, school or college, contact the LRS service desk on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

About your unique learner number

Your unique learner number (ULN) is a unique 10-digit number. Most learners aged 14 or more have one and it’s designed to work with your PLR as proof of your learning and achievements.

DfE uses ULNs to help with effective management of information within DfE. To understand how your data is used, read the privacy notices (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lrs-privacy-notices).

Where to find your ULN

If you’re aged 14 to 19, your school, college or learning provider can give you your ULN reference. Since March 2013, awarding organisations print ULN references on certificates.
Making an application without legal representation
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-01)

Information to consider before making an application to HM Land Registry without legal representation.

Most applications are submitted to HM Land Registry by professional conveyancers (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/evidence-of-identity-conveyancers/practice-guide-67-evidence-of-identity-conveyancers#definitions) who legally represent, and act on behalf of, the people involved (the ‘parties’).

Anyone can carry out their own conveyancing without legal representation, but there are a few important issues to be aware of before deciding to do it yourself.

Benefits of using a conveyancer

Conveyancing is a legal process and can be complex. Searches and other formal enquiries often need to be carried out. If these are not completed properly, or not done at all, significant problems can arise after a transaction has taken place.

Land registration applications may appear simple, but the law in this area can be complex and the consequences of getting it wrong can be costly. If you use a conveyancer, you will be covered by their professional insurance in the event that things go wrong.

If the transaction involves a mortgage, most lenders will insist that a conveyancer is used for the conveyancing process.

You will generally need to provide identity evidence. In many cases, some or all of the parties involved will need to have their identities verified (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/completing-the-evidence-of-identity-panels-on-forms-ap1-fr1-ds2) before making an application to register the transaction.

Depending on the type of transaction, numerous legal and financial aspects may need to be covered in the preparation of documents. This may include completing forms not usually required by HM Land Registry.

Further advice

HM Land Registry can provide only factual information and procedural guidance on how the land registration system works and how to make applications. Our service standards (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/hm-land-registry-service-standards/our-service-standards) outline the advice we can and cannot give.

Help us improve our web content

This webpage is new content. Please help us get our content right for all customers by completing this survey (https://online1.snapsurveys.com/37u9c8).

Remember

Consider whether Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) (https://www.gov.uk/stamp-duty-land-tax) applies to your transaction. If acting on behalf of someone else, you may need a power of attorney (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/office-of-the-public-guardian).

If you are unsure about any aspect of what you need to do to, you should seek advice from a professional conveyancer.
Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport 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 Reservists
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.
Simon Webb
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-06)

Simon Webb CBE, FICE, specialises in major programmes and strategic change. An Executive Director at Nichols Group, he has led their work on nuclear decommissioning and warships for the last 10 years, at sites in England, Scotland and Wales. Simon was a non-executive Director of the Major Projects Association from 2010 to 2021. He is a member of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe’s Group of Experts on Risk Management in Regulatory Systems. Previously Simon was a Director-General in the Department of Transport and the Ministry of Defence, responsible for major projects and security policy. Appointed: January 2022 Term ends: January 2025 Reappointed: January 2025 Term ends: January 2029

Simon Webb CBE, FICE, specialises in major programmes and strategic change.

An Executive Director at Nichols Group, he has led their work on nuclear decommissioning and warships for the last 10 years, at sites in England, Scotland and Wales. Simon was a non-executive Director of the Major Projects Association from 2010 to 2021. He is a member of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe’s Group of Experts on Risk Management in Regulatory Systems.

Previously Simon was a Director-General in the Department of Transport and the Ministry of Defence, responsible for major projects and security policy.

Appointed: January 2022Term ends: January 2025

Reappointed: January 2025Term ends: January 2029
Laying the Groundwork - Responsible AI Senior Officers’ Report 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

This report summarises the work being done across the Ministry of Defence (MOD) to ensure an ambitious, safe and responsible approach is taken to the development, integration and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the department through the lens of Responsible AI Senior Officers.

The Strategic Defence Review 2025 (SDR) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-strategic-defence-review-2025-making-britain-safer-secure-at-home-strong-abroad) recognises that as part of increasing our warfighting readiness to deter threats and strengthen our security, innovations in AI and digital warfare will be key to making our armed forces stronger and safer. As we align delivery against the directives in the SDR, we place emphasis on good governance as it is fundamental to delivering a societally acceptable culture of Responsible AI (RAI).

In 2024, the MOD published the Dependable AI JSP 936 Part 1 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/jsp-936-dependable-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-defence-part-1-directive), which is the principal policy framework governing the safe and responsible adoption of AI in the MOD.

In response to the publication of JSP 936, each MOD component organisation nominated a Responsible AI Senior Officer (RAISO). The RAISO is responsible for making sure that their organisation has the right processes, policies and escalation methods in place to demonstrate that they have addressed the considerations arising under each of the AI ethical principles in respect to AI-enabled systems.

The report summarises the findings from our implementation of the RAISO framework to date, recognising that this is the start of a journey towards embedding AI technologies into business-as-usual. Sharing these findings supports our commitment to transparency and highlights the MOD’s dual mission in AI: to adopt cutting-edge technologies that strengthen UK defence capabilities while ensuring their deployment aligns with our AI ethical principles and legal obligations.

Related content

Dependable AI JSP 936 Part 1 (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/jsp-936-dependable-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-defence-part-1-directive)

Ambitious, safe, responsible: our approach to the delivery of AI-enabled capability in Defence (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/ambitious-safe-responsible-our-approach-to-the-delivery-of-ai-enabled-capability-in-defence)
Mr S Roberts v Element Materials Technology Aerospace UK Ltd: 1308904/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr S Roberts v Element Materials Technology Aerospace UK Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69383b6333c7ace9c4a41e76/Simon_Roberts_v_Element_Materials_Technology_Aerospace_UK_Ltd_-_Judgment_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx.pdf).
Russia’s veto flouted the voice of the General Assembly: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN General Assembly meeting on the use of the veto.

Last week, this Assembly marked three years since Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, in flagrant violation of the UN Charter.

This Assembly voted decisively in support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and of the UN Charter, based on the facts – this was an invasion of a sovereign country by its neighbour.

It was a war of choice.

As my Prime Minister has made clear, the UK continues to support peace in Ukraine.

Our approach is based on four principles.

First, to support Ukraine’s legitimate right to self-defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter.

Second, any lasting peace must guarantee the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and Ukraine must be at the negotiating table.

Third, and fourth, when a peace deal is reached, as a European neighbour, we will continue to support Ukraine’s defence and deterrence capability.

And, we are ready to develop a coalition of the willing to defend a peace deal in Ukraine.

For peace to be sustainable, it must be strong and just and deter further Russian aggression against its neighbours.

This is why the UK, along with other Security Council Members, proposed amendments that would bring the Security Council resolution in line with the resolutions of the General Assembly, which had been adopted just hours beforehand.

These amendments sought to acknowledge Russia as the perpetrator of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine;

To reaffirm our commitment to the territorial integrity of Ukraine;

And to ensure that peace in Ukraine would be in line with the UN Charter.

In order to stop us, Russia exercised its veto.

In doing so, it flouted the voice of the General Assembly.

It vetoed respect for the UN Charter and for the sovereignty of a neighbour.

And all the while, Russia has continued its campaign of aggression against Ukraine, including with this week’s drone attacks on civilian buildings in Kharkiv.

We should judge Putin by his actions. And these are not the actions of a peacemaker.

As we sit here today, discussing Russia’s use of the veto on amendments regarding its own violations of the UN Charter, let us remember one thing:

If Putin wanted peace, he could have it tomorrow.

All Russia need do is cease its aggression and withdraw its forces from all of Ukraine.
Mrs A Chirita v Amazon UK Services Ltd: 3201620/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs A Chirita v Amazon UK Services Ltd: 3201620/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67accd7048169f7508af60b9/A_Chirita_v_Amazon_UK_Services_Ltd_-_3201620_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs A Chirita v Amazon UK Services Ltd: 3201620/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/680b91a9b0d43971b07f5b9e/A_Chirita_v_Amazon_UK_Services_Ltd_-_3201620_2024_-_Judgment...pdf).
Communicating with GDS: privacy notice
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-29)

Find out how the Government Digital Service (GDS) collects and uses personal information when you deal with us professionally.

This notice explains how we process the personal data of people who get in contact or communicate with the Government Digital Service (GDS) in an official capacity.

Privacy notices explain what we do with your data and how to contact us with any question.
Mr D Stevenson v Design Locker Ltd: 6015289/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr D Stevenson v Design Locker Ltd: 6015289/2024 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67dd41ed64220b68ed6a6f29/Mr_David_Stevenson_v_Design_Locker_Limited_6015289.2024_Judgment.pdf).
OIM response to UK Internal Market Act consultation
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-31)

The Office for the Internal Market (OIM) has published its response to the Department for Business and Trade’s (DBT) consultation on the UK Internal Market Act 2020.

23 January 2025: DBT launched a consultation seeking views on the operation of certain aspects of the UK Internal Market Act 2020, in particular Parts 1 to 4 of the Act.

31 March 2025: The OIM has responded to this consultation, drawing on evidence from its experience of discharging its functions under Part 4 of the Act.
Department for Business and Trade Mexico
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-17)

DBT provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in Mexico, and Mexican companies set up and invest in the UK.

We offer expertise and contacts through our extensive network of specialists in the UK, staff in the British Embassy in Mexico City, and offices located in Guadalajara and Monterrey.

Set up a business and invest in the UK

Discover investment opportunities and learn how your business can expand to the UK on Business.gov.uk (https://www.business.gov.uk/invest-in-uk/expand-your-business-in-the-uk/).

Buy from the UK

Find exceptional and creative UK trade partners with DBT’s Find a Supplier service on Business.gov.uk (https://www.business.gov.uk/invest-in-uk/buy-from-the-uk/).

Export to Mexico from the UK

UK companies can increase their sales, growth and stability by selling to Mexico.

On Business.gov.uk, DBT provides:
- an export guide to Mexico (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/markets/mexico/)
- practical export advice (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-from-uk/learn/categories/)
- export opportunities (https://www.business.gov.uk/export-opportunities/)
- export finance and related guidance (https://www.business.gov.uk/get-finance/)
Export licensing and special rules for Mexico

Information on products or services which require licences for supply outside of the UK (https://www.gov.uk/export-goods).
Mr Z Mehboob v MN Lyceom Ltd: 6001367/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr Z Mehboob v MN Lyceom Ltd: 6001367/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842f4085e925395728060e4/Mr_Z_Mehboob_v_MN_Lyceom_Ltd_-_6001367.2023.pdf).
Flats 1-15 at Survey House, 4-6 Station Road, Whyteleafe, CR3 0EP: CHI/43UK/HPV/2024/0001 & HAV/43UK/HPV/2024/0601-0614
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-28)

Southern Region, Mr R Waterhouse FRICS, Ms C Barton MRICS, and Ms T Wong on 19 March 2025

Read the full decision in CR3 0EP_CHI/43UK/HPV/2024/0001_HAV/43UK/HPV/2024/0601-0614_decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67e57c56bb6002588a90d686/CR3_0EP_CHI43UKHPV20240001_HAV43UKHPV20240601-0614_decision.pdf)
Form: Claim a deputyship fee refund
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Apply for a refund of deputyship fees using this form. Fill in the form online and email it to us, or print it off and send it by post.

You can apply for a refund of deputyship fees paid to the Office of the Public Guardian in England and Wales between 1 April 2008 and 31 March 2015.

If you’re a deputy acting under a current court order, you do not need to apply for a refund. You’ll get one automatically if your client paid too much in fees.

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Please write ‘Deputyship fee refund application’ as the subject.

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Post the form and your evidence to:

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Check the evidence you need to send (https://www.gov.uk/deputyship-refund/what-youll-need-to-claim) with your claim and what happens after you apply (https://www.gov.uk/deputyship-refund/after-youve-claimed).

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Mr F L Quigley and Ms M J McDowell v Sweethart Ltd: 2501360/2024 and 2501361/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr F L Quigley and Ms M J McDowell v Sweethart Ltd: 2501360/2024 and 2501361/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/670d302b080bdf716392f2ef/Mr_F_L_Quigley_and_Ms_M_J_McDowell_2501360-2024_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr F L Quigley v Sweethart Ltd: 2501360/2024 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68593acb5e1909fc4c8611ba/Mr_F_L_Quigley_v_Sweethart_Ltd_2501360-24_Reconsideration.pdf).
Police pensions: member contribution structure
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-25)

The government is consulting on proposed updates to the Police Pensions Scheme member contribution structure.

The government is consulting on amendments to the Police Pensions Regulations 2015 to:
- achieve the target yield over 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2027, and future valuation periods
- update the member contribution structure to encourage scheme participation and reduce opt-outs
- ensure the member contribution structure is administratively sustainable
- ensure due regard to the Public Sector Equality Duty