theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
General Dental Services Statistics for NI, Quarter 4 2024/25
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-19)

This report presents activity and payment statistics related to Northern Ireland General Dental Services for quarter 4 of 2024/25.

This report contains high level summary information on dental activity carried out by general dental practitioners in Northern Ireland for quarter 4 of 2024/25.

It details information on the number of general dental practitioners in Northern Ireland along with the number of registered patients and the treatments carried out and submitted to BSO for payment.
The Software Institute
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 The Software Institute 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.
Service family accommodation bulletin: index
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-29)

Annual statistics on Service Family Accommodation (SFA) in the UK.

Related information
- Statistics at MOD (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence/about/statistics)
- MOD statistics pre-release access list (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/defence-statistics-pre-release-access-list)
- MOD National and Official Statistics by topic (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/mod-national-and-official-statistics-by-topic/mod-national-and-official-statistics-by-topic)
- Upcoming release dates for this statistic (https://www.gov.uk/search/research-and-statistics?keywords=accommodation&content_store_document_type=upcoming_statistics&organisations%5B%5D=ministry-of-defence&order=relevance)
Support for tree replacement following drought conditions
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-28)

The Extraordinary Payment for Restocking in Exceptional Circumstances provides funding to help replace trees planted in 2024/25 that have been affected by hot and dry weather.

Read our guidance on the Extraordinary Payment for Restocking in Exceptional Circumstances (2024/25 planting season) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/support-for-tree-replacement-following-drought-conditions/extraordinary-payment-for-restocking-in-exceptional-circumstances-202425-planting-season).
Teacher misconduct panel outcome: Mr Christopher Arnold
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-27)

Professional conduct panel outcome, including decision and reasons.

The Secretary of State does not make these decisions themselves. They are made by a senior official on the recommendation of an independent panel.

Teacher’s name: Mr Christopher Arnold

Teacher reference number: xx-xxxx-xxxx

Teacher’s date of birth: 27 March 1985

Location teacher worked: Hampton, London

Date of professional conduct panel: 1 August 2025

Outcome type: Prohibition order

Notice is hereby given that, in accordance with The Teachers’ Disciplinary (England) Regulations 2012, a professional conduct panel was convened to consider the case of Mr Christopher Arnold formerly employed in London.

Teacher misconduct

Ground Floor, South Cheylesmore House 5 Quinton RoadCoventryCV1 2WT

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

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Information about regulating the teaching profession and the process for dealing with serious teacher misconduct.
Stephen Hardy
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-31)

Stephen Hardy is a Professor of Employment Law and formerly the Dean of the Faculty of Business, Law & Politics at the University of Hull (2020-2024). He has over 3 decades experience in higher education and was a practising Barrister, specialising in Employment and Public law, instructed in complex trades union, equality, redundancy, dismissal and judicial review cases; including being appointed Regional Treasury Counsel and on the Panel of Preferred Counsel of the Equality Human Rights Commission. Since 2011, he has been a Fee-paid Judge of the First-Tier Tribunal and was a member of the Judicial Pensions Board (2019-2023). He was a member of the Social Security Advisory Committee. In 2021 he was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and since 2022, has been a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Stephen Hardy is a Professor of Employment Law and formerly the Dean of the Faculty of Business, Law & Politics at the University of Hull (2020-2024).

He has over 3 decades experience in higher education and was a practising Barrister, specialising in Employment and Public law, instructed in complex trades union, equality, redundancy, dismissal and judicial review cases; including being appointed Regional Treasury Counsel and on the Panel of Preferred Counsel of the Equality Human Rights Commission.

Since 2011, he has been a Fee-paid Judge of the First-Tier Tribunal and was a member of the Judicial Pensions Board (2019-2023).

He was a member of the Social Security Advisory Committee.

In 2021 he was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and since 2022, has been a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Ms S White and Others v Mitie (Facility Services) Ltd and Vinci Construction UK Ltd: 1307666/2024 and Others
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-13)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms S White and Others v Mitie (Facility Services) Ltd and Vinci Construction UK Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx and Others - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6914687f9d50fc2fe816166e/Ms_S_White_and_Ors__v_Mitie__Facilities_Services__Limited_and_Ors-_xx-xxxx-xxxx-_Judgement_.pdf).
Home Office ethics committee renamed to reflect broader focus
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

The Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group is now the Science and Technology Ethics Advisory Committee.

The name change reflects the committee’s increasing role in providing ethical advice on the use and deployment of data ethics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning by the Home Office.

The committee’s remit has evolved significantly since its inception, now tackling some of the most pressing ethical challenges posed by emerging technologies. Recognising that its original name no longer captured the breadth of its work, the chair proposed the change to Home Office ministers.

The name change was approved by Lord Hanson and took effect following the announcement made to Parliament, by a written ministerial statement (https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statements/detail/2025-09-16/hlws927) (UN HLWS927), on 16 September 2025.

While the name change opens avenues for exploring how the committee’s remit and structures could be better defined to support the Home Office, its remit and responsibilities (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/science-and-technology-ethics-advisory-committee/about) presently remain unchanged.

Following the name change, the committee will be reviewing and republishing its terms of reference.

Documents such as reports and quarterly meeting minutes which were previously published under the name Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/biometrics-and-forensics-ethics-group) are still available online.

The committee is currently considering which publications to republish under its new name. These will be uploaded under Science and Technology Ethics Advisory Committee (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/science-and-technology-ethics-advisory-committee) once ready.
Ms D Castelli v The Ned Soho House LLP: 6006333/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms D Castelli v The Ned Soho House LLP: 6006333/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68bff07a223d92d088f01de9/Ms_D_Castelli_v_The_Ned_Soho_House_LLP_-_6006333-2024.pdf).
Engineering Biology Sandbox Fund
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

This fund supports innovative engineering biology sandboxes which aim to accelerate pro-innovation regulatory reform and encourage business innovation and investment.

Update: 18 November 2025
- Details of each successful project (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/engineering-biology-sandbox-fund-successful-projects/engineering-biology-sandbox-fund-successful-projects) (Rounds 1 and 2).
Application rounds
- Round 1 closed on 19 April 2024
- Round 2 closed on 18 July 2025
Sandboxes explainer

The concept of a ‘sandbox’ is defined by regulators in different ways, but all sandboxes facilitate extensive dialogue between industry and a regulator to inform regulatory actions that strike the right balance between facilitating innovation and mitigating risk.

A sandbox does not necessarily require legislative change or ‘relaxing’ regulations. Additionally, the outcome of a sandbox project should be uncertain as it is a research and development project.

If you require further information, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
Surrey County Council: 29 October 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-29)

The schools adjudicator’s admission objection decision about Surrey County Council.

Decision reference: ADA4461

Type of decision: objection to admission arrangements - upheld

School type: community and voluntary controlled

School phase: primary and secondary

Local authority: Surrey County Council

Admission authority: local authority
Mr A Simcox v Fusion CLC: 6022037/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr A Simcox v Fusion CLC: 6022037/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/679b42f8413ef177de146bca/Adrian_Simcox_v_Fusion_CLC.6022037.2024.SOJ.UDL.pdf).
VATRESNI6350 - Assurance at the retailer: Business purpose
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)


The question of whether the VAT retail export scheme can be used when exporting for business purposes was considered in a tribunal case: G K Electrical (UK) Ltd (MAN/87/198). The case was of particular interest for the courts view of what constitutes business purpose. This case concerned an assessment raised against a retailer because the retail export scheme forms held to support zero-rating were unsatisfactory. A number of retail export scheme forms had not been properly completed, and the quantities exported were such that we considered many of the consignments to be by way of business. The tribunal accepted our view and dismissed the appeal, but it did not get into the detail of defining quantity limits for personal exports. In reaching their conclusion the tribunal gave the natural meaning to “business”, although expressing reservations as to the practicality of the result. The decision indicated that, to succeed in their appeal, the company needed to prove that the alleged export sales had been in accordance with the conditions specified in Notice 704. This they had not done, the Chairman concluding “that the burden lies on the appellant of convincing us on a balance of probabilities that the Commissioners assessment is wrong. It has failed.”
Mr P Crates v JD Sports Fashion plc: 1405488/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr P Crates v JD Sports Fashion plc: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/690b61adc22e4ed8b05184ff/Mr_Peter_Crates_-vs-_JD_Sports_Fashion_Plc_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment.pdf).
Legal Grounds Co. 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 Legal Grounds Co. 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 Legal Grounds Co. Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- 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.
Chorlton Financial 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 Chorlton Financial 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 Chorlton Financial 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.
Newcroft Training & Recruitment 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 Newcroft Training & Recruitment 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 Newcroft Training & Recruitment Limited recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
GOLD
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-15)

Information on gold.

Exporting and Importing gold and jewellery

Gold/jewellery should be sent to one of the four assay offices prior to export to identify the carat and quantity of gold being exported, and an assay certificate issued by them. At re-import when the gold has been made into jewellery, documentation from the jewellery manufacturer should be made available evidencing that gold of the same carat and weight has been made into the jewellery being imported

If the re-imported goods consist of anything other than repair, the 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.

Note: this is different from Union Customs Codes treatment of outward processing goods.

OP authorisation holders should ensure that the description of the manufactured jewellery is sufficiently detailed to identify the items presented for re-import. Security may need to be taken while processed/replacement goods are assayed.

OP gold authorisation is limited to a maximum of one year.

A mandatory pre-authorisation visit is required before granting an OP gold authorisation.

If the value/quantity of goods to be exported at any time exceeds what is approved in the authorisation by more than 5%, you must notify HMRC and request a variation of the authorisation before exporting the goods. HMRC will review your request and may accept or refuse it. You will have a right of review and/or appeal against this decision. You must not export goods more than 5% in excess of the authorised amount until the variation is granted.

More information on gold can be found at Using outward processing to process or repair your goods (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/using-outward-processing-to-process-or-repair-your-goods#exporting-gold-using-outward-processing)
Ms L Hill v St Paul's C of E VA Primary and Nursery School and Others: 3323824/2021 and 3316504/2021
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-13)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms Hill v St Paul’s C of E VA Primary and Nursery School and Others: 3323824/2021 - Preliminary (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/620e1358e90e0710c0efc629/Ms_L_Hill_v_St_Paul_s_C_of_E_VA_Primary___Nursery_School___Others_3323824.2021_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms L Hill v St Paul’s C of E VA Primary and Nursery School and Others: 3323824/2021 and 3316504/2021 - Reconsideration (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68493ee396e63bce58e4e70f/Ms_L_Hill_v_St_Paul_s_C_of_E_VA_Primary_and_Nursery_School___others_3316504.2021___other_Reconsideration_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms L Hill v St Paul’s C of E VA Primary and Nursery School and Others: 3323824/2021 and 3316504/2021 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68493f0cddc1cbd280bcb8e6/L_Hill_v_St_Pauls_C_of_E_Primary_and_Nursery_School___Others_3316504.2021___other_FMH_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Mr N Burnhope v Seaton Hospitality Ltd: 2501858/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-17)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr N Burnhope v Seaton Hospitality Ltd: 2501858/2024 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68501ca14734883ca9f79e9e/Mr_N_Burnhope_v_Seaton_Hospitality_Limited_2501858-2024_Judgment.pdf).
Raynes Park High School: 8 January 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-08)

The schools adjudicator’s admissions variation decision about Raynes Park High School.

Decision reference: VAR2519

Type of decision: variations to admission arrangements for September 2024 and September 2025 – approved

School type: community

School phase: secondary

Local authority: Merton

Admission authority: Merton Council
51 Castleview Gardens, Redbridge IG1 3QF: LON/00BC/MNR/2025/0640
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-10)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge R Waterhouse FRICS and Mr O Miller on 15 May 2025

Read the full decision in 51 Castleview Gardens, Redbridge IG1 3QF: LON/00BC/MNR/2025/0640 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682f3507baff3dab99775237/250522_Decision-IG1_3QF.pdf). Read the full reasons in 51 Castleview Gardens, Redbridge IG1 3QF: LON/00BC/MNR/2025/0640 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682f35257fb7a7d9cd775215/250522_Full_reasons-IG1_3QF.pdf).
Ms A Osman v GXO Logistics UK Ltd: 3311853/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-05)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms A Osman v GXO Logistics UK Ltd: 3311853/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6908c723823bdda9488b25d6/Ms_A_Osman_v_GXO_Logistics_UK_Limited_3311853_2024_Judgment.pdf).
NHS population screening: information for transgender people
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Information about the NHS population screening programmes available to transgender and non-binary people in England.

Screening providers should make this information available to trans and non-binary people to inform them about:
- breast screening
- cervical screening
- abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening
- bowel screening
This information is also available in A4 PDF format above to print out and provide for people who cannot access digital information.

To request another format, you can phone xx-xxxx-xxxx or email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
RDS 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 RDS 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 RDS 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
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr M Burns v Somerset NHS Foundation Trust: 6017822/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-26)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Burns v Somerset NHS Foundation Trust: 6017822/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/692593a347904590c9da2ccf/Mr_M._Burns_-vs-_Somerset_NHS_Foundation_Trust_-_6017822.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
DHSC: spending over £500, December 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-12)

Department of Health and Social Care spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) publishes details of all spending over £500 using an electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS) on a monthly basis.

The ePCS has replaced the government procurement card (GPC).
Miss M J Azizi v A Ashar and RWT Manchester Ltd: 2400023/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss M J Azizi v A Ashar and RWT Manchester Ltd: 2400023/2025 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6908cdc6ef26c341988b25df/Miss_M_J_Azizi_v_Asil_Ashar___RWT_Manchester_Limited_-_2400023_2025_-_Preliminary_-_Judgment.pdf).
Automobile Association Developments Limited: consumer protection enforcement case
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating suspected infringements of consumer law in relation to the presentation of mandatory fees in the UK by Automobile Association Developments Limited, trading as the AA and the AA Driving School, and as BSM and BSM Driving School.

Case timetable

Case opening

17 November 2025: The CMA has opened an investigation into compliance with consumer protection law by Automobile Association Developments Limited, trading as the AA and the AA Driving School and as BSM and BSM Driving School.

The CMA is investigating Automobile Association Developments Limited over its presentation of mandatory fees. Specifically, whether these fees are included in the total price the consumer sees at the beginning of the purchase process.

The CMA will now engage with Automobile Association Developments Limited and gather evidence to consider whether the CMA thinks the company has infringed consumer protection law.

At this initial stage, it should not be assumed that Automobile Association Developments Limited has infringed consumer protection law and no finding has been made.
- Press release: CMA launches major consumer protection drive focused on online pricing practices (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cma-launches-major-consumer-protection-drive-focused-on-online-pricing-practices) (18.11.25)
Contact
- xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
- Fred Houwen, Director
- Hayley Fletcher, Senior Responsible Officer
Personal information

Your name and contact details are your personal data. The CMA may collect, use and share personal data for its consumer protection investigation under Part 8 the Enterprise Act 2002. This includes processing personal data for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018.

For more information about how the CMA handles personal information, please see our personal information charter (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/competition-and-markets-authority/about/personal-information-charter).
RAF Cranwell – Military Aviation Noise Contour report (2025)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-16)

The mapping of environmental noise levels generated from aviation activity at Royal Air Force stations.

The mapping of environmental noise levels generated from aviation activity at Royal Air Force stations is delivered by the Noise and Vibration Division (NVD), from the Royal Air Force Centre of Aerospace Medicine (RAFCAM), in the form of Military Aviation Noise Contours (MANCs).
Bird flu: third premises near Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire (AIV 2024/16)
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-05)

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry on 28 December 2024.

Case information

5 February 2025

Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a third premises near Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire (AIV 2024/16), the 10km surveillance zone has been revoked.

Download the revocation of a protection zone and surveillance zone (PDF) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67703193517edf5c74c83735/Revocation_of_surveillance_zone_AIV_2024_16.pdf)

26 January 2025

Following successful completion of disease control activities and surveillance in the zone around a near Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire,Yorkshire (AIV 2024/16), the 3km protection zone has ended and the area that formed the protection zone becomes a surveillance zone.

28 December 2024

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 was confirmed in commercial poultry at a third premises near Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, Yorkshire (AIV 2024/16).

A 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been declared surrounding the premises. All poultry on the premises will be humanely culled.

Further information
- check the updated bird flu disease control zone map (https://defra.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=8cb1883eda5547c6b91b5d5e6aeba90d)
- check if you need a licence to move poultry, poultry by-products, eggs, material or mammals (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/bird-flu-avian-influenza-movement-licences)
Case number: AIV 2024/16
Ryder PLC
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Ryder PLC recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve 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.
Victoria and Albert Museum Annual Report and Accounts 2024 to 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-18)

This document details the annual report and accounts for the Victoria and Albert Museum for the period 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.

The annual report and accounts for the Victoria and Albert Museum 2024 to 20245 were laid before Parliament on 11 September 2025. Please read the attached documents for details of the Victoria and Albert Museum’s performance.
Dry weather and drought in England: summary reports
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)

Summary reports on dry weather and drought in England and how it affects public water supply, agriculture, energy and the environment.

Drought: how it is managed in England (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/drought-management-for-england) explains how the Environment Agency works with government, water companies and others to manage water resources during a drought in England.

The collection of water situation reports for England (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/water-situation-reports-for-england) provide weekly and monthly rainfall and river flow information.
The Hardship Fund
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-16)

The Hardship Fund administered by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).

You can apply for financial help if you have to take time off low-paid work because you’ve been the victim of a violent crime.

You can get help for up to 25 days from the CICA hardship fund if you’re eligible.

The fund is only for people injured in England and Wales. Find out about support for victims of crime in Scotland (https://www.mygov.scot/victim-witness-support/) and in Northern Ireland (https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/support-services-victims).

How to apply

Contact Victim Support. You’ll need:
- the unique police crime reference number
- a doctor’s certificate (fit note) showing you’ve been unable to work for at least 7 consecutive days as a result of the crime
- a pay slip or letter from your employer showing your average weekly earnings
- a copy of your most recent tax return if you’re self-employed
Victim Support Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx-hour service Open every day, including bank holidays Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges)

Find out more about the Hardship Fund and Victim Support. (http://www.victimsupport.org.uk/help-for-victims/how-crime-can-affect-you/the-hardship-fund)
HIV: surveillance, data and management
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-17)

The surveillance and epidemiology of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

HIV is associated with significant mortality, serious morbidity and high costs of treatment and care. Around 100,000 people are living with HIV infection (diagnosed and undiagnosed) in the UK.

The infection is still frequently regarded as stigmatising and has a prolonged ‘silent’ period during which it often remains undiagnosed.

Anti-retroviral therapy (ART) has resulted in substantial reductions in acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and deaths in the UK.

People diagnosed promptly with HIV and started ART early can expect near normal life expectancy. Challenges remain, with high rates of late HIV diagnoses and an ageing population.

Further information on HIV (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hiv-and-aids/) is available on NHS.UK.
OSCE Reinforced Permanent Council, February 2025: UK statement
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-24)

UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, addresses a Reinforced meeting of the OSCE Permanent Council on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion and underlines continued UK support for Ukraine.

Three years ago, when Putin unleashed his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in a clear breach of the UN charter, he expected a swift victory. What he got instead was a catastrophic failure.

Putin’s imperial ambitions have killed and injured close to a million in his own forces and driven its economy into the ground. The rouble is plummeting, inflation is soaring, and the deficit at record levels. All for a war that he thought would be over in three days.

The extent of death, destruction, and suffering caused by one man’s selfish ambition is staggering. Tens of thousands of Ukrainians have been killed and millions more injured, displaced, and in need of urgent help as civilians are relentlessly attacked.

Repeated findings of the Moscow Mechanism and other independent reports document Russian atrocities. There are increasing reports of Russian forces deporting children and using rape, torture and execution as weapons of war. The OSCE is playing a crucial role in securing justice for survivors and victims.

Yet, in the face of this brutality, Ukrainians continue to defend their homeland with extraordinary courage and ingenuity. This proves that, with the right support, they can defy Putin’s barbarism.

The UK has been at the forefront of this effort from day one. Our military support worth £3 billion a year is putting Ukraine in the strongest possible position. And our new 100 Year Partnership cements our unwavering commitment for generations to come.

Make no mistake, Putin’s invasion violates laws and principles which underpin Euro-Atlantic security – including the Helsinki Final Act.

Laws which Russia itself signed up to, and we cannot allow such aggression to succeed.

The days ahead will determine the future security of our continent. This is the moment for all of us to step up. Because it is the right thing to do for the values we hold dear and because it is fundamental to European security.

That’s why the UK will stand with Ukraine—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
1,2-dichloroethane: general information and incident management
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-10)

Information about 1,2-dichloroethane for use in responding to chemical incidents.

These documents provide information on the health effects of exposure and material for responding to a chemical incident.

1,2-dichloroethane is also known as ethylene dichloride and ethane dichloride.

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NHS South Manchester CCG
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 NHS South Manchester CCG 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 NHS South Manchester CCG 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
- UK Reservists
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.