theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Ms S Hussain v Al Rayan Bank plc: 6011929/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms S Hussain v Al Rayan Bank plc: 6011929/2025 - Partial Withdrawal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69147ca4493305b49ce6e692/Ms_Sena_Hussain_v_Al_Rayan_Bank_PLC_6011929.25.pdf).
Rapid Technology Assessments
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-10)

Introductions to technology areas for policymakers.

Rapid technology assessments (RTAs) are accessible introductions to different technology areas for policymakers, aiming to support government departments to make better strategic decisions on science and technology. These assessments use evidence and expert insight to set out recent technology developments, potential applications, and opportunities for government alongside challenges and potential risks.
Altrincham CofE Primary School: 7 November 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

The schools adjudicator’s variation decision about Altrincham Church of England (Aided) Primary School.

Decision reference: VAR2648

Type of decision: variation to admission arrangements for September 2026 – approved

School type: voluntary aided

School phase: primary

Local authority: Trafford

Admission authority: governing body
SainTs Training 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 SainTs Training 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 SainTs Training 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
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
PM call with President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission: 7 March 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-07)

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission and the leaders of Canada, Turkey, Norway and Iceland this morning.

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission and the leaders of Canada, Turkey, Norway and Iceland this morning.

The Prime Minister applauded the progress the European Union had made at the European Council yesterday, saying it was a historic step forward and another sign of Europe stepping up.

Closer collaboration between the European Union, its partners and our combined defence industrial base was vital as Europe stepped up to counter egregious Russian aggression, the Prime Minister added.

Updating on the intensive diplomacy between the US, UK, France and Ukraine, the Prime Minister welcomed the potential for peace talks in Saudi Arabia next week.

The leaders also discussed the Coalition of the Willing and looked ahead to the Chiefs of Defence meeting in Paris on Tuesday. It would be another important moment to drive forward planning, they agreed.

The leaders agreed to stay in close touch.
North East Plumbing and Drains 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 North East Plumbing and Drains 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 North East Plumbing and Drains Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Miss M Brown v Kent County Council: 2303833/2020
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-15)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss M Brown v Kent County Council: 2303833/2020 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c1421a838e7712ea2bfdde/Miss_M_Brown_v_Kent_County_Council_2303833-2020_so_jud_pub.pdf).
MilScrum 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 MilScrum 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 MilScrum 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 Reservists
- 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.
Increase in Clostridioides difficile infections: Technical report
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-01)

Current epidemiology, data and investigations

Clostridioides difficile is a leading cause of healthcare-associated infections.

Mandatory surveillance of Clostridioides difficile infections (CDI) began in financial year (FY) 2007 to 2008 with analysis reported routinely as official statistics in the public domain.

As of the 31 December 2024, we report a continuing increasing trend in CDI counts and rates in England, following the rises seen from FY 2021 to 2022.
IEIM403300 - Due Diligence: Pre-Existing Entity Accounts: Reportable Accounts: Available Information
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-06)


Due Diligence: Pre-Existing Entity Accounts: Reportable Accounts: Available Information

Where the Financial Institution has carried out the review of regulatory and customer relationship information and has indications that the Account Holder is resident in a Reportable Jurisdiction it may take into account information in its possession, or which is publicly available, which reasonably determines that the Account Holder is not a Reportable Person with respect to such Reportable Jurisdiction.

Such information will include the following:
- Information published by an authorised government body of a jurisdiction. However, in accordance with the OECD’s Frequently Asked Question 27 published in May 2024, the mere inclusion of an Account Holder on the list of Foreign Financial Institutions published by the US tax administration is not sufficient on its own to reasonably determine that such Account Holder is a Financial Institution for CRS purposes;
- Information in a publicly accessible register maintained or authorised by an authorised government body of a jurisdiction;
- Information disclosed on an established securities market;
- Information previously recorded in the files of the Financial Institution;
- A publicly accessible classification based on a standardised industry coding system. This will include any coding system employed by the Financial Institution which is based on such a standardised industry coding system.
Where the Financial Institution relies on such information it must retain a notation of the type of information reviewed and the date the review was carried out.
Mrs S Clisby v Surrey County Council: 3313103/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs S Clisby v Surrey County Council: 3313103/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a9ffb431fb10faa3148483/Mrs_S_Clisby_v_Surrey_County_Council_3313103_2023_Strike_Out_Judgment.pdf).
Sir George Hollingbery KCMG
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-04)

Sir George Hollingbery was appointed British Ambassador to Cuba from February 2022 to January 2025. He was the Member of Parliament for Meon Valley from 2010 to 2019. UK government As Minister of State for Trade Policy 2018 to 2019, Sir George oversaw the renegotiation of multiple existing EU trade deals with third party countries. He signed new trade deals and visited multiple overseas countries to promote UK trade. Sir George also undertook the public consultation on future UK trade deals and other responsibilities related to setting up, negotiating and preparing multiple trade policies. Sir George was also Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Prime Minister from 2016 to 2018 and Lord Commissioner of Her Majesty’s Treasury (senior whip) from 2015 to 2016. He was Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Home Secretary from 2012 to 2015. Business Sir George was founder, funder and adviser of the The Renewable Design Company/Rendesco from 2014 to 2019. He was an investor and adviser of Thompson Sowerbutts from 2005 to 2014, and founder, funder and director of Companion Care from 1994 to 2002. Education Sir George has an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (1989 to 1991) and a BA in Human Sciences from Oxford University (1982 to 1985) with a concentration on social anthropology.

Sir George Hollingbery was appointed British Ambassador to Cuba from February 2022 to January 2025. He was the Member of Parliament for Meon Valley from 2010 to 2019.

UK government

As Minister of State for Trade Policy 2018 to 2019, Sir George oversaw the renegotiation of multiple existing EU trade deals with third party countries. He signed new trade deals and visited multiple overseas countries to promote UK trade. Sir George also undertook the public consultation on future UK trade deals and other responsibilities related to setting up, negotiating and preparing multiple trade policies.

Sir George was also Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Prime Minister from 2016 to 2018 and Lord Commissioner of Her Majesty’s Treasury (senior whip) from 2015 to 2016. He was Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Home Secretary from 2012 to 2015.

Business

Sir George was founder, funder and adviser of the The Renewable Design Company/Rendesco from 2014 to 2019. He was an investor and adviser of Thompson Sowerbutts from 2005 to 2014, and founder, funder and director of Companion Care from 1994 to 2002.

Education

Sir George has an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania (1989 to 1991) and a BA in Human Sciences from Oxford University (1982 to 1985) with a concentration on social anthropology.
7th Rail Accident Investigators Seminar
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

On 19/11/25 we held our 7th seminar in Birmingham for accident investigators working in the UK rail industry.

This year, Professor Mark Young from the University of Southampton opened the seminar with a keynote speech ‘Courses for horses: why and when to use human factors methods in investigations.’ We also welcomed speakers Jyoti Palit from TfL and Greg Morse from RSSB.

Presentations from our own inspectors included:
- Investigating fatigue
- Communications
- RAIB’s family liaison strategy
The presentations we are permitted to share have been uploaded. We will add others once we have them, or have permission from the authors or their organisations.

Due to the nature of some of these documents, they may not be fully accessible. We are working across the site to make our content accessible.
Miss A Connell v Graphite CX Consulting Ltd: 3201344/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss A Connell v Graphite CX Consulting Ltd: 3201344/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6878b50f7ea209168636387c/Miss_A_Connell_v_Graphite_CX_Consulting_Ltd_-_3201344_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Management of hedgerows
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-19)

Understand the Rural Payments Agency's regulatory approach and use of civil sanctions for the Management of Hedgerows (England) Regulations 2024.

Statutory guidance sets out what you must do to comply with the law.

This statutory guidance tells you about the regulations that apply to the management of hedgerows. Read this guidance to find out who the regulations affect and which hedgerows it applies to. And, find out about RPA’s role as a regulator and their enforcement approach in the management of hedgerows.

You can also read about the rules for Hedgerow management rules: cutting and trimming (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hedgerow-management-rules-cutting-and-trimming) and Hedgerow management rules: buffer strips (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/hedgerow-management-rules-buffer-strips)
Miss C Whitmore v K Grose: 1405262/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-16)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss C Whitmore v K Grose: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68556384b46781eacfd71d96/Miss_C_Whitmore_-vs-_Keith_Grose_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss C Whitmore v K Grose: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68ef95c9a8398380cb4ad0f9/Miss_C_Whitmore_v_Keith_Grose_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mr A L Mitchell v Sandown Surrey and Hampshire Ltd: 3300600/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A L Mitchell v Sandown Surrey and Hampshire Ltd: 3300600/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842dad657f3515d9611f046/Mr_Anthony_Lee_Mitchell_-_v_-_Sandown_Surrey_and_Hampshire_Ltd___3300600-2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
6 Swallow Drive, NW10 8TG: LON/00AE/MNR/2025/0658
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of R Waterhouse FRICS & L Packer on 14 November 2025.

Read the full decision in 6 Swallow Drive, NW10 8TG: LON/00AE/MNR/2025/0658 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6925fec722424e25e6bc31b5/D_251124_FINAL__6_Swallow_Drive_NW10_8TG.pdf). Read the full reasons in 6 Swallow Drive, NW10 8TG: LON/00AE/MNR/2025/0658 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6925fee033d088f6d5da2d4d/D_251124_amended_251114_FINAL_6_Swallow_Court.pdf).
Product Safety Report: ASUNCELL AC Adaptors sold via Amazon (2505-0196)
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-30)

Product Safety Report for ASUNCELL AC Adaptors presenting a risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: ASUNCELL AC Adaptors sold via Amazon

Hazard: This product presents a risk of electric shock as there is insufficient creepage and clearance distances between circuits.

Corrective action: The imports have been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Product information

Affected products

Hazard

The product presents a high risk of electric shock as there is insufficient creepage and clearance distance between the mains potential input circuits and low voltage output circuits. In the event of a surge in current or electrical fault, the user could receive an electric shock.

The products do not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

Corrective action

The imports have been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2505-0196

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
JAMES EDWARD STALEY v THE FINANCIAL CONDUCT AUTHORITY [2025] UKUT 00203 (TCC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

Upper Tribunal Tax and Chancery decision of JUDGE TIMOTHY HERRINGTON

Read full decision James Edward Staley v The Financial Conduct Authority (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685d21fec2633bd820a92a52/Staley_v_FCA_decision_for_release.pdf)

FINANCIAL SERVICES – whether Chief Executive Officer acted without integrity or failed to be open and cooperative with the Authority in failing to correct inaccurate statements in a letter sent by his employer to the Authority regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein - whether Chief Executive fit and proper to perform senior management or significant influence function - s 56 FSMA- ICR 1 & 3 Individual Conduct Rules - SMCR 4 Senior Manager Conduct Rules

Financial penalty- whether financial penalty correctly calculated - whether appropriate aggravating and mitigating factors applied- s66 FSMA- DEPP Chapter 6
Operation of police powers under TACT 2000, to December 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-13)

Contains statistical material relating to the Terrorism Act 2000, including arrests and outcomes, and stops and searches.

This release brings together statistical material relating to the Terrorism Act 2000 (TACT), including arrests and their outcomes, as well as breakdowns of stops and searches made under the powers of the act. Data presented here cover the period up to 31 December 2024.

Further information on TACT, categories and terminology used in this release and information about the data providers is available in the user guide (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/user-guide-to-operation-of-police-powers-under-the-terrorism-act-2000-and-subsequent-legislation).
Student finance application forms and notes for continuing part-time students
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-25)

Continuing part-time student application forms and notes for courses that started after August 2018.

If you’re a continuing student applying for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan, you’ll need to complete and send a PTMC form.

If you’re a new student applying for a Tuition Fee Loan and Maintenance Loan, you’ll need to complete and send a PTMN form (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/student-finance-application-forms-and-notes-for-new-part-time-students).
Appointment of a member of the Civil Justice Council: April 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-11)

The Lord Chancellor has approved the appointment of Rebecca Hilsenrath KC (Hon) as a member of the Civil Justice Council.

The Lord Chancellor has approved the appointment of Rebecca Hilsenrath KC (Hon) as an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) member of the Civil Justice Council (CJC) for 3 years from 1 April 2025. The CJC is an advisory body established by the Civil Procedure Act 1997. The CJC brings together members of the judiciary, civil servants, legal professionals and others representative of the varied perspectives, sectoral interests, specialist and professional expertise found across the civil justice system.

The CJC has a statutory role in keeping the civil justice system under review. It advises the judiciary, government, and rule makers on the development of the civil justice system, especially how it can be more accessible, fair and efficient. It is empowered to make proposals for change and propose and undertake research.

Non judicial CJC member appointments are made by the Lord Chancellor and are regulated by the Commissioner for Public Appointments. Recruitment processes comply with the Governance Code on Public Appointments.

Rebecca Hilsenrath KC (Hon)

Ms Hilsenrath currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO), where she has previously served as Director of Strategy and Interim Ombudsman. Before that, she served as the Chief Legal Officer and subsequently the Chief Executive of the Equality and Human Rights Commission. Earlier roles include posts in the then Government Legal Service, and as Chief Executive of LawWorks.

Ms Hilsenrath has not declared any political activity.
Northern Ireland Construction Bulletin: 1 April to 30 June 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-25)

This release provides a measure of the value of construction output in Northern Ireland.

This statistical bulletin provides users with the latest estimates of construction output carried out in Northern Ireland for Quarter 2 2025. It excludes work carried out by Northern Ireland Construction firms in other parts of the UK or elsewhere.
Environment Agency grants permit for  Whitestone landfill site
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-03)

The environmental permit sets out strict conditions on operation of the proposed inert landfill site at Lower Hare Farm

Following extensive public consultation, the Environment Agency has granted an environmental permit to the operators of a proposed landfill site at Lower Hare Farm in Whitestone, Exeter today.

In reaching the decision, after considering all feedback from the local community and interested groups, the agency agreed that GRS Stone Supplies Ltd had met all of the necessary criteria required for the environmental permit to be issued.

Chris James for the Environment Agency said:

We have carefully considered all of the submissions and feedback we received during our public consultations, and we thank everyone who took the time to contact us with their views.

This permit will ensure that robust levels of environmental protection are applied. Our permitting decision process is objective and based on the applicant demonstrating they will meet the legal requirements outlined in the permit.

Where an application meets the requirements of the Environmental Permitting Regulations (2016) the agency must issue a permit.

An environmental permit sets the conditions which GRS Stone Supplies Ltd must adhere to when operating the inert landfill site. It covers the management and operation of the site and the control and monitoring of emissions.

When the Environment Agency considers a permit application, it reviews the design of the proposed site, how it will be operated, the emissions it will generate (to air, water and land) and whether it will meet the required standards. Partner organisations, including the UK Health Security Agency, are also consulted as part of the process.

Issues such as suitability of the location, operating hours and traffic management are matters for the planning authority, not the Environment Agency. The Environment Agency can only consider issues covered by the environmental permit and can only refuse a permit application based on technical information.

The final permit, decision document and our review of other documents received during consultations, can be viewed on our public register. You can request these by calling our Customer Contact Centre on xx-xxxx-xxxx or emailing xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
EXPP8270 - Guidance on other procedures: removal of corpses from the UK
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.

There will be, on occasions, the need to control the removal of corpses from the UK. Current rules and regulations surrounding this matter are dealt with by the Coroner's Office, though there may be occasion for Border Force to challenge the authenticity of the removal.

The Coroner will be notified of the intention to remove a body from England or Wales by completion of Coroner's Form 104.

A body cannot be removed until:
- notice has been given to the coroner within whose jurisdiction the body is lying
- four clear days have elapsed after the giving of this notice.
On receipt of the Form 104 the Coroner will certify release using Form 103. This form is in three parts and part B confirms that no further enquiries are continuing with the Coroner's Office and that the body may be removed.

In any case of urgency, it may be possible to remove the body earlier if the applicant contacts the Coroner in person and the Coroner is satisfied with the information given that no further enquiries are necessary.

Officers are requested not to request either a copy or original Death Certificate as this form may still be awaiting issue.

Where the removal of the body is sent via a freight controlled area, the requirement for Customs at export is the clearance of a Non Statistical declaration. Where access to CHIEF is not available clearance should be achieved through contacting the National Clearance Hub in Salford.
Turing Artificial Intelligence Fellowships
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-07)

The Turing AI Fellowships are a £46 million initiative created by the UK government, aimed at attracting and maintaining the best talent in artificial intelligence.

The Turing AI Fellowships initiative was created as part of an ambitious skills and talent package (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/next-generation-of-artificial-intelligence-talent-to-be-trained-at-uk-universities) set out by the UK government, aimed at attracting and maintaining the best talent in artificial intelligence.

The Turing AI Fellows are pioneering unique and exciting areas of research in the field of AI, from addressing the challenge of building a more sustainable aviation industry, to democratising safe and robust AI. These fellows have been appointed for five years, from a wide variety of disciplines.
Mr J G Hutchison v Sky UK Ltd: 2304387/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J G Hutchison v Sky UK Ltd: 2304387/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67780382194b629ff7af943f/Mr_J_G_Hutchison_v_Sky_UK_Ltd_2304387-2024.pdf).
DR Congo: information for victims of rape and sexual assault
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-04)

Information for British nationals who are victims of rape and sexual assault in the Republic Democratic of Congo.

This information is provided to help British nationals overseas make informed decisions about whether and how to:
- seek medical advice and attention
- report to local police
- engage with foreign legal authorities following a rape or other form of sexual assault overseas
B Bennett-Jones v Onqor Ltd: 6011130/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-08)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in B Bennett-Jones v Onqor Ltd: 6011130/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b94f3fd723ba6f74dba994/Breeda_Bennett-Jones_v_Onqor_Limited_-_6011130-2025.pdf).
Wealthy individuals and mid-sized business tax compliance links
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-29)

Research exploring wealthy customers’ views on links between their personal and mid-sized business tax compliance behaviours

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) commissioned the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) and Walnut Unlimited (Walnut) to carry out qualitative research with wealthy UK individuals who own or operate mid-sized businesses, as sole owners, shareholders, or salaried directors. The research aimed to gain further evidence and to deepen understanding of the possible links between attitudes and behaviours around business and personal taxes.
We encourage the Libyan authorities to continue working with the Court to ensure those subject to ICC warrants are surrendered: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-25)

Statement by Legal Adviser Colin McIntyre at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya.

I would like to make three points.

First, the United Kingdom welcomes the progress reported by the Office of the Prosecutor in pursuing its mandate under resolution 1970.

We welcome the significant steps taken across all four investigative tracks during this reporting period.

This progress is reflected in the anticipated surrender of Mr Khaled El Hishri to the Court following his arrest in Germany. Such a surrender would constitute a significant landmark in the Court’s consideration of this situation.

Second, we welcome the recent positive and enhanced cooperation by the Libyan authorities, as highlighted in the Office of the Prosecutor’s report.

This progress is encouraging and demonstrates what can be achieved through sustained cooperation in pursuit of justice.

Continued engagement will be essential to turn these commitments into concrete results.

We encourage the Libyan authorities to continue to build on this momentum by working with the Court to ensure that those subject to ICC warrants are surrendered, so that justice can be delivered for victims.

Third, we note that this progress has been achieved despite significant challenges facing the Court.

It is essential that the Court can carry out the mandate entrusted to it by the Council without interference.

We call on all States to respect and support the Court’s work.

The UK reiterates its support for the ICC and its independence, and we call on States to meet their relevant obligations under resolution 1970.

Madam President, accountability remains essential to stability in Libya.

The progress reported today is encouraging, but continued cooperation remains critical.

The United Kingdom stands firmly behind the Court in its efforts to deliver justice for the Libyan people.
PM meeting with Prime Minister Mottley of Barbados: 6 November 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

The Prime Minister and Prime Minister Mottley met at the COP30 summit in Belém.

The Prime Minister and Prime Minister Mottley met at the COP30 summit in Belém.

The Prime Minister reiterated his concern for those affected in the wider region as a consequence of Hurricane Melissa. He said the devastating scenes were an urgent and sobering reminder of why we cannot – and we will not – stand by and wait to tackle climate change.

Both leaders agreed on the importance of international engagement on this urgent challenge, including accelerating action on reducing emissions from methane and on scaling up innovative international finance.
British Embassy Vientiane
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-19)

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

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

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

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/laos/british-embassy-vientiane)

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/laos/british-embassy-vientiane).

Other consular services

Marriage

We can issue affirmations of marital status and, in some circumstances, perform a marriage or civil partnership for British nationals. For information on getting married in Laos, see getting married abroad (https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad).

Notarial and documentary services

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

Consular fees

See the full list of consular fees (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/consular-services-fees).
Intellectual Property Office Innovation and Growth Report 2023/24
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-09)

This annual report details how the work of the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has supported innovation and economic growth during 2023-2024.

The IPO is responsible for administering intellectual property rights in the UK, giving creators and inventors the confidence to pioneer ground-breaking products and designs.

The report is a retrospective look at the IPO’s activity for 2023-2024 and how its work has encouraged investment in innovation and growth.

[Intellectual Property Office is an operating name of the Patent Office]
James Hooley OBE
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-23)

James Hooley joined HM Diplomatic Service in 2007 and took up his role as British Ambassador to Cuba in March 2025. In 2009, after two years in London at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, James took up his first overseas posting in Nairobi, Kenya, working on Somalia and spending his final year regularly travelling to Mogadishu as the UK prepared to reopen its embassy there. In 2012, he returned to London to head the Sanctions Section in the former International Organisations Department, before serving as Private Secretary to the Foreign Secretary (first William Hague, then Philip Hammond). In 2017, he was posted to Washington DC as Head of the Political Section, a role he held for five years. On return to London, he became Deputy Director of Protocol, leading on the Royal Family’s international work.  This included leading the FCDO’s work on the State Funeral of Her Late Majesty and the Coronation.

James Hooley joined HM Diplomatic Service in 2007 and took up his role as British Ambassador to Cuba in March 2025.

In 2009, after two years in London at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, James took up his first overseas posting in Nairobi, Kenya, working on Somalia and spending his final year regularly travelling to Mogadishu as the UK prepared to reopen its embassy there.

In 2012, he returned to London to head the Sanctions Section in the former International Organisations Department, before serving as Private Secretary to the Foreign Secretary (first William Hague, then Philip Hammond). In 2017, he was posted to Washington DC as Head of the Political Section, a role he held for five years.

On return to London, he became Deputy Director of Protocol, leading on the Royal Family’s international work. This included leading the FCDO’s work on the State Funeral of Her Late Majesty and the Coronation.
Miss S Austin and Others v M A Stone: 2306569/2023 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss S Austin and Others v M A Stone: 2306569/2023 and Others - Rule 21 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6880f0f1901d5f8d4712054c/Miss_Stacey_Austin____Ors_v_Martin_Alan_Stone_2306568-2023_Judgment_19-12-2024.pdf).
Trossachs Search + Rescue
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 Trossachs Search + Rescue 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 Trossachs Search + Rescue 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
We also pledge the following:

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

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr N Maari and Mrs A Maari v J & A Pellings Ltd and RSK Group Ltd: 2301731/2022 and 2301732/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-09)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr N Maari and Mrs A Maari v J & A Pellings Ltd and RSK Group Ltd: 2301731/2022 and 2301732/2022 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/662a73c4ab0d84ca193f15e3/Mr_Nicolas_Maari_C1__Mrs_Anastassia_Maari_C2_-v-_J__A_Pellings_Limited___ors_2301731-2022___2301732-2022_Judgment_with_Reasons_xx-xxxx-xxxx....pdf).

Read the full decision in Mrs A Maari v J & A Pellings Ltd and RSK Group Ltd: 2301731/2022 and 2301732/2022 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/663b5b5f8603389a07a6d23d/Mrs_Anastassia_Maari_v_J_A_Pellings_Limited_2301732-2022_Reconsideration_Decision_31-Mar-24.pdf).

Read the full decision in A Maari v J & A Pellings Ltd: 2301732/2022 - Remedy (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c811250651491fc1034b01/Anastassia_Maari_v_J___A_Pellings_2301732-2022_remedy_28-02-25.pdf).

Read the full decision in A Maari v J & A Pellings Ltd: 2301732/2022 - Costs (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68be9b503f3e5483efdbaac6/Anastassia_Maari_v_J_A_Pellings_Limited_2301732-2022_Costs_Judgment_17-Aug-25.pdf).
FCDO statement on DPRK missile launches: 6 January
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-06)

The FCDO has released a statement following a ballistic missile launch by The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) on 6 January.

An FCDO spokesperson said:

DPRK’s ballistic missile launch on 6 January is another breach of multiple UN Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs). Unlawful ballistic missile launches continue to destabilise the peace and security of the Korean Peninsula.

The UK strongly urges the DPRK to stop such provocations, return to dialogue and take credible steps towards denuclearisation.

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.
Miss L Ayad v WL Retail Ltd: 2223333/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss L Ayad v WL Retail Ltd: 2223333/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689ca23bd2a1b0d5d1bb1298/Miss_L_Ayad_v_WL_Retail_Ltd_-_2223333-2024_-_Liability.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss L Ayad v WL Retail Ltd: 2223333/2024 - Remedy (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689ca29de95097004f723f2f/Ms_L_Ayad_v_WL_Retail_Ltd_-_2223333-2024_-_Remedy.pdf).
IEIM8000250 - Central Bank Digital Currencies
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)


Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are any digital fiat currency issued by a central bank. They are not treated as relevant cryptoassets under the CARF given they are a digital form of fiat currency. They are reported instead under the Common Reporting Standard (CRS).
How duty is charged on imported goods that were exported for repair
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Information on how duty is charged on imported goods that were exported for repair.

Where a charge is made for repair of goods the re-imported goods are to be regarded as chargeable goods. The value of the goods for duty is to be reduced to take account of so much of the value as can be attributed to the goods as they stood before being exported.

This is different from the Union Custom Code, which applies in Northern Ireland, if an exporter is charged for the repair, customs duty is calculated on the charge made for the repair or replacement, plus any inward freight and insurance charges made for the return of the repaired goods or replacements. Import VAT is charged on the repair costs, plus outward and inward freight charges, plus duty, but excluding insurance charges. This duty and import VAT charges are conditional on the repair or replacement costs.