theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Process evaluation of Operation Encompass
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-07)

Evaluation of Operation Encompass, a domestic abuse information sharing scheme between police forces, and schools and early years settings, in England and Wales.

This process evaluation, commissioned by the Home Office and delivered by Ipsos UK and the University of Central Lancashire, assesses Operation Encompass—a scheme enabling police to share information about domestic abuse incidents with schools and early years settings. The evaluation uses interviews, administrative data, and pilot studies to explore how the scheme is implemented across police forces and local authorities. Findings indicate that Operation Encompass is widely valued for improving timely support and safeguarding for children affected by domestic abuse. However, there is variation in how the scheme is delivered and in the detail of notifications provided. The Early Years pilot shows potential for supporting younger children, with similar implementation considerations. The report provides considerations around guidance, training, and data sharing systems to help inform future development and delivery of the scheme.
Universal Credit: detailed information for claimants
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-17)

This collection brings together detailed information for people claiming Universal Credit.

This page is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg) (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/universal-credit-welsh-language-detailed-information-for-claimants.cy).

Universal Credit (https://www.gov.uk/universal-credit) is a monthly payment to help with your living costs. You may be able to get it if you’re on a low income or out of work.
Mr M Anas v BP Exploration Operating Company Ltd: 3310763/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Anas v BP Exploration Operating Company Ltd: 3310763/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67aa0547699d77bee014848a/Mr_M_Anas_v_BP_Exploration_Operating_Company_Limited_-_3310763-2024_---_Reconsideration.pdf).
Self Assessment: Trust and Estate income from membership of Lloyd's (SA901L)
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-05)

Use supplementary pages SA901L to declare Lloyd's membership income on the SA900 Trust and Estate Tax Return.

Use the SA901L supplementary pages when filing an SA900 Trust and Estate Tax Return (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/self-assessment-trust-and-estate-tax-return-sa900) if your trust or estate received Lloyd’s membership income.

Email HMRC to ask for this form in Welsh (Cymraeg) (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/contact/welsh-language-helplines#email).
Ms L Scott v Cavendish Homecare Ltd: 6003626/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms L Scott v Cavendish Homecare Ltd: 6003626/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68400e64364cb66e387f0145/Ms_L_Scott_v_Cavendish_Homecare_Ltd_6003626-25_Judgment.pdf).
Annual appraisal for forensic pathologists
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-23)

Forms and guidance for forensic pathologists on the annual appraisal process.

Use these forms if you are a forensic pathologist who is involved in an annual appraisal process.

Guidance on the appraisal process includes information on:
- when to submit supporting information to your appraiser
- what to discuss in the appraisal
- protocol for investigations or disciplinary procedures
- how to sign off an appraisal
All forensic pathologists on the Home Office Register of Forensic Pathologists have been given their recommended appraisal date for 2025 to 2026 appraisals.

These forms and guidance should also be used by forensic pathologists employed by the Department of Justice (Northern Ireland) for appraisal and revalidation purposes.

All appraisals must be completed by 31 March 2026.
Get a copy of a DVPO or DAPO
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-01)

Sample letters to get proof that a partner has been issued with a DVPO or DAPO, if you're applying for legal aid.

To get a copy of a domestic violence protection order/domestic abuse protection order , you should:
- fill in the sample letter as best you can
- send it to the court (https://www.gov.uk/find-court-tribunal) or police force (https://www.police.uk/pu/find-a-police-force/) that dealt with the order
You usually have to pay for a copy but you may be able to get help with the court fee. (http://hmctsformfinder.justice.gov.uk/HMCTS/GetForm.do?court_forms_id=4396)

You can use the order as evidence if you’re applying for legal aid to divorce or separate from an abusive partner.
CML Civil Engineering UK
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 CML Civil Engineering UK 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 CML Civil Engineering UK 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.
Housing Benefit for local authorities: bulletins
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-16)

Housing Benefit (HB) bulletins provide advice, guidance and information on HB to local authority staff.

Urgent bulletins contain urgent advice and information for immediate action by local authorities.

LA Welfare Direct bulletins provide advice, guidance and information that affects Housing Benefit and other areas of DWP. They have replaced HB general information bulletins.

We also publish:
- Housing Benefit adjudication (A) circulars (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/housing-benefit-for-local-authorities-circulars) that update the HB guidance manual
- Housing Benefit subsidy (S) circulars (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/housing-benefit-for-local-authorities-subsidy-circulars) that give information about the money the government pays local authorities to administer HB and other financial matters
Ms R Riscau v Wye Valley NHS Trust and Mr S Bhat: 1303057/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms R Riscau v Wye Valley NHS Trust and Mr S Bhat: 1303057/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68dfd5bc49e17d00a56ffdc0/Ms_R_Riscau_v_Wye_Valley_NHS_Trust___Other_-_Judgment_-_1303057.2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms R Riscau v Wye Valley NHS Trust and Mr S Bhat: 1303057/2024 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69383ede33c7ace9c4a41e7e/Ramona_Riscau_v_Wye_Valley_NHS_Trust-_Written_Reasons_-1303057.2024.pdf).
22, Coptefield Drive, Belvedere, DA17 5RJ: LON/00AD/MNR/2025/0686
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-23)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Mr D Jagger MRICS on 15 July 2025

Read the full decision in 22 Coptefield Drive Decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68775860a8d0255f9fe28f0e/22_Coptefield_Drive_Decision.pdf). Read the full decision in 22 Coptefield Drive SR (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6877589939d0452326e28f13/22_Coptefield_Drive_SR.pdf).
Ketley Parish Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Ketley Parish Council recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
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 J L Ohen v Gloucestershire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Gloucestershire Hospitals Subsidiary Company Ltd T/a Gloucestershire Managed Services: 1400484/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr J L Ohen v Gloucestershire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Gloucestershire Hospitals Subsidiary Company Ltd T/a Gloucestershire Managed Services: 1400484 /2022 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a1df8e7da1f1ac64e5fe17/Mr_Jean_Luc_Ohen_-vs-_1.Gloucestershire_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust___2.Gloucestershire_Hospitals_Subsidiary_Company_Ltd___trading_as_Gloucestershire_Managed_Services_-_1400484.2022_-_Judgment.pdf).
Compulsory Purchase Process and Compensation Reforms
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-19)

Consultation seeking views on a range of technical reforms to the compulsory purchase process and compensation rules.

This consultation seeks views on a range of proposals aimed at implementing technical reforms to make the compulsory purchase process quicker, lower costs of the process, and ensure the compensation rules are fairer.
Mrs A D’Arcy v Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust: 3304003/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs A D’Arcy v Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust: 3304003/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6920979d25317fc65a5cfde1/Mrs_A_D_Arcy_v_Royal_Free_London_NHS_Foundation_Trust_3304003_2023_Judgment.pdf).
OFSI General Licence INT/2025/6403704
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-21)

Details for OFSI General Licence INT/2025/6403704, Intershipping Services LLC -Continuation of Business

- OFSI General licence INT/2025/6403704
- OFSI General licence INT/2025/6403704 Publication notice
On 21 July 2025, OFSI issued General Licence INT/2025/6403704 under Regulation 64 of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 (“the Russia Regulations”) which allows for the continuation of business operations of vessels owned or operated by, or on behalf of, the Government of the Gabonese Republic
FPS Pharmaceutical Statistics for Northern Ireland 2024/25
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

Statistics related to community pharmacies and dispensing in Northern Ireland between April 2024 and March 2025.

Statistics provide a breakdown of activity for Northern Ireland as well as Health and Social Care Trusts and Local Government Districts, as well as comparisons with other UK nations. Further analysis presents individual patient information of dispensing by selected drug categories of interest. The use of Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology has enabled the capture of additional patient information previously unknown as a result of unsuccessfully scanned prescriptions. This technology has been utilised to identify patient information and assign demographic information over the entire time period covered (with the exception of January 2020, for which no prescription images are available), causing a revision to the back series of affected tables beginning in 2017/18 in both the annual and quarterly publications. Consequently, the figures presented in this latest report will differ from historic information in previous publications and should not be used for comparison purposes. In addition, where a revised series begins before 2017/18, earlier years may not be comparable, reflecting a break in the series. Each table or chart affected by this revision will be denoted by (R) in the title. For further information, please see the cover sheet and user guidance located in the annex tables.
Public health local area statistics
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-06)

Analysis on population health needs and outcomes tailored to support geographical areas smaller than England including local government and NHS integrated care boards (ICBs).

The public health local area statistics collection brings together analytical outputs that are locally tailored to support decision making on issues relating to public health at regional and local level.

Useful references for data, further signposting, events and training include:
- Fingertips (https://fingertips.phe.org.uk/), a large public health data collection
- PHI online (https://future.nhs.uk/PHIOnline/groupHome), an online collaborative platform for professionals working in public health and care
The Local Knowledge and Intelligence Service (LKIS) in the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) has a remit to provide public health intelligence, data and analytical support tailored for regions, local government and NHS integrated care boards (ICBs) to help them understand and address local population health needs. LKIS is a distributed network working with national, regional and local partners to promote and enable data-informed decision making on health.

If you have any queries, contact us at xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
WWS Incorporated 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 WWS Incorporated 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 WWS Incorporated 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
- Armed Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
TTM12230 - Tonnage tax groups: Group arrangements
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-08)


Details in notification

A formal notification of a group arrangement should normally include the following details:
- The name and unique taxpayer reference of each qualifying company in the group.
- The name and unique taxpayer reference of the representative company.
- A list of the matters to be handled by the representative company on behalf of the group or confirmation that the representative company will handle all items listed at TTM12240 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/tonnage-tax-manual/ttm12240).
- A declaration signed by an authorised person for each qualifying company confirming that the representative company is authorised to act on their behalf in respect of these specified matters.
- A declaration signed by an authorised person for the representative company confirming that it agrees to act on behalf of the group companies in respect of these specified matters.
References
EIM36510 - Deductions from earnings: capital allowances: expenditure on small items of plant and machinery
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)


It can be impractical to apply the capital allowance regime in relation to insubstantial expenditure on things like tools or small items of office equipment such as cheap pocket calculators or staplers.

There is no objection, therefore, to giving deductions for such items under section 336 ITEPA 2003 if they have been necessarily provided by the employee solely in performing the duties of the employment.

As regards claims for the cost of books, see EIM36710 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/employment-income-manual/eim36710).
UK Second-Generation Search and Rescue Aviation programme (UKSAR2G)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-05)

The UKSAR2G programme will replace some existing services currently under contract to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency by the end of 2024.

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), through HM Coastguard, provides a national 24-hour maritime and coastal search and rescue (SAR) emergency response service throughout the UK.

HM Coastguard provides support to all blue light emergency services, as well as other government departments and agencies, through the deployment of its search and rescue helicopters and planes.

New contract for search and rescue announced for the next ten years

On 21 July 2022 the Minister for Maritime and Aviation, Robert Courts MP announced (https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/transport-update-search-and-rescue) that the contract for providing HM Coastguard aviation would be awarded to Bristow Helicopters Ltd to deliver both rotary and fixed wing services for the next ten years.

The new contract means the UK search and rescue region will benefit from both innovation and advances in technology to save more lives, even more quickly. It combines two separate aviation contracts for search and rescue helicopters, and fixed-wing aircraft to then also include uncrewed aircraft (drones). This will provide better value for money for the taxpayer and allow for more innovation throughout the life of the contract.

This is an opportunity to build a future coastguard aviation capability that can keep pace with the growing demands on coastguard aviation services.

Read the press release (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-contract-uses-the-latest-technology-for-search-and-rescue) for more information.

Contact us

If you have any questions and queries, please contact xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
HMPPS Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-30)

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025 outlines how the agency has performed in the year ending 31 March 2025.

HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025 outlines how the agency has performed in the year ending 31 March 2025.

The report considers the agency’s financial performance, as well as performance against its key performance indicators and strategic priorities.
D Davies v KPB Trading Ltd: 6004555/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-02)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in D Davies v KPB Trading Ltd: 6004555/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b1707e11b4ded2da19fc4a/6004555.2025_D_Davies_v_KPB_Trading_Ltd_Judgment.pdf).
NIM18080 - Class 1B NICs: liability: calculation: example
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-07)


Class 1B NICs are payable on:
- the value of all items covered by the PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) which would normally give rise to a Class 1 or Class 1A liability
- the total amount of tax payable by the employer under the PSA.
Example

800 employees pay tax at the basic rate and 200 pay at the higher rate.

The value of items covered by the PSA which give rise to a Class 1 and Class 1A liability is £50,000.

The tax and Class 1B NICs payable under a PSA for 2025 to 2026 tax year and covering the whole workforce would be calculated as follows:

Value of benefits provided to basic rate employees (800 x £50)

= £40,000

Tax due @ 20% on £40,000

= £8,000

Gross up tax £8,000 x 100/(100 - 20)

= £10,000

Value of benefits provided to higher rate employees (200 x £50)

= £10,000

Tax due @ 40% on £10,000

= £4,000

Gross up tax £4,000 x 100/(100 - 40)

= £6,666.67

Total Tax Due

= £16,666.67

Value of items liable for NICs

= £50,000

Class 1B NICs Due (£16,666.67 + £50,000) x 15%

= £10,000.00
Celebrating British-Turkmen education collaboration
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-27)

The Accelerating English Language Learning in Central Asia project at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages has been successfully completed.

On 19 March we celebrated the successful completion of the British Council’s Accelerating English Language Learning in Central Asia (AELLCA) project at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. The project was funded by the UK Government and implemented by Nottingham Trent University.

British Ambassador, Stephen Conlon speaks at the closing ceremony.

The British Ambassador, Stephen Conlon was delighted to speak at the closing ceremony and noted that educational cooperation between the United Kingdom and Turkmenistan has been steadily progressing, with significant achievements since last year.

British Ambassador and Rector of the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages present teachers with certificates.

The event showcased the remarkable strides made in English Language Teaching (ELT) at the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages. The Ambassador presented teachers with well-deserved certificates from Nottingham Trent University, recognising their dedication and hard work.

Doctor Samuel Barclay of Nottingham Trent University.

Special thanks to Dr Samuel Barclay of Nottingham Trent University for sharing with participants his insightful findings and reflections, highlighting the lasting impact of this initiative.

As part of the project, the British Council has also arranged study visits to the UK for members of the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages and the International University for Humanities and Development, to enhance their understanding of school-based continuing professional development practices.

Together, we’re building bridges through language and education - fostering stronger connections and future opportunities.
S Adamson v Bredhurst Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Kent County Council: 2308731/2020
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-14)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in S Adamson v Bredhurst Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Kent County Council: 2308731/2020 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68ed06868427701993d5dfd7/S_Adamson_v_Bredhurst_Church_of_England_Voluntary_Controlled_Primary_School_and_Kent_County_Council_2308731-2020_so_jud_pub.pdf).
Jamma Umoja Family Residential Assessment Centre
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 Jamma Umoja Family Residential Assessment Centre 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 Jamma Umoja Family Residential Assessment Centre recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Chancellor meeting with Gilt-edged Market Makers: Minutes - September 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-23)

Summary minutes of the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s meeting with the primary dealer firms in the gilt market, on 22 September 2025 in HM Treasury.

On 22 September 2025 the Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Economic Secretary to the Treasury and City Minister met with economists from the primary dealer firms in the gilt market, the wholesale Gilt-edged Market Makers (GEMMs), in the Treasury. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss “Views on global and UK economic prospects”. This file contains summary minutes of the meeting.
Our governance
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-09)

The main decision-making board, audit and remuneration committees at Companies House.

Main board

The main board:
- consists of the chair, the chief executive, non-executive board members and the executive directors of Strategy, Policy and External Communications, Operations and Finance and Commercial
- handles all aspects of our organisation, including performance, finances and strategic direction
- reports to the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-and-trade) on our governance, strategy, priorities and progress
Main board members
- John Clarke (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/john-clarke--2) (chair)
- Tim Burt (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/tim-burt)
- Emir Feisal (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/emir-feisal)
- Carol Shutkever (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/carol-shutkever)
- Chris Loake (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/chris-loake)
- Jessica Rusu (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/jessica-rusu)
- Andy King (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/andy-king)
- Jill Callan (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/jill-callan)
- Sarah Whitehead (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/sarah-whitehead)
Audit and risk assurance committee

The audit and risk assurance committee supports the main board and acts as a non-executive advisory body. The committee reports to the Accounting Officer (Chief Executive and Registrar) on audit and corporate governance issues.

One of the members acts as chair.

The committee asks the Accounting Officer, Finance Director, Head of Assurance, Risk and Consultancy and a representative from the National Audit Office to attend meetings by invitation.

Other people with specialist skills, knowledge and experience are invited to attend when appropriate.

Audit and risk assurance committee members
- Emir Feisal (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/emir-feisal)
- Tim Burt (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/tim-burt)
Remuneration, performance and people committee

The committee approves the Companies House annual pay remit and reports its activities and findings to the board.

Remuneration committee members
- John Clarke (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/john-clarke--2)
- Carol Shutkever (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/carol-shutkever)
- Andy King (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/andy-king)
- Donna Hill (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/donna-hill)
- Jill Callan (https://www.gov.uk/government/people/jill-callan)
Childhood immunisation: quick guide for parents of premature babies
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-03)

A leaflet for parents which describes the immunisations offered to premature babies.

This guide features the immunisation schedule from 1 July 2025.

Copies are available to pre-order (https://www.healthpublications.gov.uk/ViewProduct.html?sp=Saguidetovaccinationsforprematurebabies) from Health Publications.

Find public health resources

Find this resource on www.gov.uk/publichealthresources where you can view, download or order resources free of charge. Alternatively, you can get in touch by phone or email. Please have the product code with you when you contact us.

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

Contact form https://www.gov.uk/gui... (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/find-public-health-resources)

Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
Leonard Douglas Recruitment 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 Leonard Douglas Recruitment 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 Leonard Douglas Recruitment 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
- 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.
China: mental health support abroad
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)

Information for British nationals with mental health issues in China, including how the British embassy can help.

Includes information on:
- how to get help medical help
- renewing prescriptions
- compulsory hospitalisation
See also mental health and travelling abroad (https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Fmental-health&data=05%7C02%7CZhang.Rong%40fcdo.gov.uk%7C96fd4cdb90da457b97c008dc10ba78a7%7Cd3a2d0d37cc84f52bbf985bd43d94279%7C0%7C0%7C638403641133246565%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ORv3lDW6tNCDQYqY4rTg7S3Q7r22JASE%2BYLRmfcLmIo%3D&reserved=0).
L Forster v Portman Healthcare Centre: 6010563/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in L Forster v Portman Healthcare Centre: 6010563/2025 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842c5f3e5a089417c8060ab/L_Forster_v_Portman_Healthcare_Centre_6010563-25_Judgment.pdf).
Thomas Codrington
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-04)

Thomas Codrington arrived in Vancouver as the British Consul General in February 2022. He is the UK Government’s representative in British Columbia, the Yukon, and the Northwest Territories. Tom was previously Deputy Director of Strategy at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) where he led the UK’s policy planners, responsible for advising Ministers on the UK’s long-term international strategy. He was previously posted to Tripoli and Tunis focusing on security, human rights and counter-terrorism in Libya. He has also worked in London on Russia policy, crisis response, and UK relations with Europe and the Americas. Prior to joining the civil service, Tom consulted for renewable energy and clean technology companies. Follow Tom on X .

Thomas Codrington arrived in Vancouver as the British Consul General in February 2022. He is the UK Government’s representative in British Columbia, the Yukon, and the Northwest Territories.

Tom was previously Deputy Director of Strategy at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) where he led the UK’s policy planners, responsible for advising Ministers on the UK’s long-term international strategy. He was previously posted to Tripoli and Tunis focusing on security, human rights and counter-terrorism in Libya. He has also worked in London on Russia policy, crisis response, and UK relations with Europe and the Americas. Prior to joining the civil service, Tom consulted for renewable energy and clean technology companies.

Follow Tom on X (https://twitter.com/TomCodringtonUK).
VEXP110200 - Assurance procedures: House Air Waybill
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-09)


Freight agents use the Master air waybill issued by the airline to create their own House air waybills (HAWB) to issue to their individual customers. There is guidance on checking a HAWB in VEXP12025 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/vat-exports-of-goods-from-the-uk/vexp120025).
SR2015 No 13: 25kte vehicle storage depollution and dismantling (authorised treatment) facility
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-20)

Standard rules SR2015 No 13: 25kte vehicle storage depollution and dismantling (authorised treatment) facility.

These standard rules allow you to operate a vehicle depollution and dismantling facility at a specified location, provided that the permitted activities are not carried out within 200 metres of a:
- European Site
- Ramsar Site
- Site of Special Scientific Interest
The activities must not be carried out within:
- a groundwater source protection zone 1
- 50 metres of any well, spring or borehole used for the supply of water for human consumption, including private water supplies
Apply online

The Environment Agency is testing a new online service for permit applications in England. You can sign up to use the new service and give feedback (https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/permissionsignup/).
Working for Governor's Office Grand Cayman
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-25)


General information

As part of our small team, you will play an important role in fostering the relationship between the British and Cayman Islands governments.

Working at the Governor’s Office in Grand Cayman offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while collaborating with a talented group of individuals.

Current work opportunities

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

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
Product Recall: All-in-One Universal Travel Adaptor (2510-0018)
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)

Product Recall for an All-in-One Universal Travel Adaptor presenting a serious risk of electric shock.

Summary

Product: All-In-One Universal Travel Adaptor

Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the adaptor shutters are inadequate, and it is possible for the user to access live parts.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of electric shock as the adaptor shutters are inadequate, and it is possible for the user to access live parts. The plug face of the product does not meet dimensional requirements because the distance from the live pin to the outside edge is less than the minimum required distance.

This product does not meet the requirements of the Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and the Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994.

Corrective action

The product has been recalled from end users. Users are advised to contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2510-0018

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
CTM92660 - CTSA: quarterly instalments: debit interest
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-11)


Interest under TMA70/S87A (as extended by REG7) on late and inadequate instalment payments is at a lower rate than that generally chargeable under TMA70/S87A. This lower rate applies to interest that accrues from the due date for the first instalment to the normal due date (nine months and one day after the end of the accounting period).

Interest chargeable under these provisions is referred to as 'debit interest' to distinguish it from 'normal' late payment interest and to recognise it as the counterpart of credit interest. ('Debit' and 'credit' interest are Departmental and not statutory terms.)
- REG7 contains the necessary amendments to TMA70/S87A to make interest run from the instalment due dates in the case of a large company.
- Regulation 6 of the Taxes (Interest Rate) (Amendment No 2) Regulations 1998 (SI1998/3176) amends the Taxes (Interest Rate) Regulations 1989 (SI1989/1297) by providing for a special, lower rate of interest to run in respect of underpayments of tax from the due date for the first instalment to the normal due date.
The formula is reference rate plus 2.5 per cent.
- As with all other interest chargeable under TMA70/S87A for accounting periods ending on or after 1 July 1999, debit interest is deductible in computing profits for CT purposes, FA98/S33, see CTM92190 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/company-taxation-manual/ctm92190).
Debit interest is not calculated and charged until:
- the normal due date has passed
and either
- the company makes an SA return
or
- an Officer makes a Revenue determination, in the absence of a return
S Thurlow v Utopia Landscapes Ltd: 6005500/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in S Thurlow v Utopia Landscapes Ltd: 6005500/2025 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6878fbd87ea2091686363917/S_Thurlow_-vs-_Utopia_Landscapes_Limited_-_Judgment.pdf).
Deepfakes and media literacy
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-27)

Science advice note: What is the evidence for the impacts of deepfakes on voting behaviour? To what extent would a focus on media literacy mitigate any impacts?

This note summarises an expert roundtable held in March 2024, discussing the evidence for the impacts of deepfakes on voting behaviour and whether a focus on media literacy would mitigate impacts.

The note represents the combined views of roundtable participants, and seeks to provide accessible science advice for policymakers. It is not a statement of government policy.
Mr M Lear v Jigsaw Homes Group Ltd: 6004204/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-07)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Lear v Jigsaw Homes Group Ltd: 6004204/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67ecf98e632d0f88e8248b89/Mr_M_Lear_v_Jigsaw_Homes_Group_Ltd_-_6004204_2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr M Lear v Jigsaw Homes Group Ltd: 6004204/2024 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6866492e366e9dfacb785bea/Mr_M_Lear_v_Jigsaw_Homes_Group_Ltd_-_6004204_2024_-_Reasons.pdf).