theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Eminent Crisis Management Group 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 Eminent Crisis Management Group 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 Eminent Crisis Management Group 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
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:

-Working with the CTP in order to establish a tailored employment pathway for service leavers

2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Form CPD1: Request reconsideration of a Parole Board decision
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-14)

Use this form to request reconsideration of a Parole Board decision to either release a prisoner or to terminate the licence of an Indeterminate Sentence for Public Protection (IPP) offender.

Before completing this form, it is recommended that you read the following guidance:
- request the reconsideration of a Parole Board decision to release a prisoner (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/challenge-a-parole-decision)
- request the reconsideration of a Parole Board decision to terminate an IPP Licence (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/requesting-reconsideration-of-a-parole-board-decision-to-terminate-the-licence-of-an-indeterminate-sentence-for-public-protection-ipp-offender)
If a request to reconsider is not received within 21 calendar days of the date the Parole Board decision is issued, it becomes final and the prisoner will be released.

The Secretary of State must submit any application for reconsideration by 5pm on Day 21 of the reconsideration window. If you wish to submit representations, you should do so well before this deadline (preferably no later than 24 hours before) to ensure the Secretary of State can give full consideration to the points you make. Forms submitted close to the 5pm deadline on Day 21 cannot be fully considered and so cannot form part of an application, if there are grounds to make one.

Find out how HM Prison and Probation service uses personal information (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/her-majestys-prison-and-probation-service/about/personal-information-charter) you give when you fill in a form.

In line with the Parole Board’s aim for transparency, all reconsideration decisions will be published on the BAILII (https://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/PBRA/) website at the conclusion of the relevant proceedings. Please note, any sensitive information will be redacted prior to publication.
Butterfly Hospice Trust
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 Butterfly Hospice Trust 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 Butterfly Hospice Trust 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 Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Vandemoortele / Délifrance merger inquiry
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-08)

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating the anticipated acquisition by Vandemoortele Group of Délifrance S.A.

Statutory timetable

Phase 1

Reference unless undertakings accepted

8 December 2025: The CMA has decided, on the evidence currently available to it, that it is or may be the case that this merger may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within a market or markets in the United Kingdom. This merger will be referred for an in-depth, phase 2 investigation unless the parties offer an acceptable undertaking to address these competition concerns. The full text of the decision will be published shortly.
- Summary of phase 1 decision (PDF, 114KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6936ba11a6fc97b81e57435a/summary_of_phase_1_decision.pdf) (8.12.25)
Launch of merger inquiry

10 October 2025: The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the parties.
- Commencement notice (PDF, 91KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68e89397b6ae95e3c76907f3/Commencement_notice.pdf) (10.10.25)
Invitation to comment: closed

The CMA is issuing this ‘invitation to comment’ to allow interested parties to submit to the CMA any initial views on the impact that the transaction could have on competition in the UK. The CMA has not yet launched its formal investigation into this transaction. This invitation to comment is the first part of the CMA’s information-gathering process.

To assist it with this assessment, the CMA invites comments on the transaction from any interested party.

Contact

Please send written representations about any competition or public interest issues to:
- xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
- Principal Case Officer: Anushka Singh, xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
- Case Officer: Federico Torrigiani, xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Privacy notice

Your name and contact details are your personal data. In collecting, receiving, storing, accessing and using your personal data, the CMA, as controller, is processing your personal data. The CMA processes personal data in accordance with data protection law. The CMA is processing your personal data so that it can contact you again, should it need further help or information from you, in order to carry out its merger work under Part 3 of the Enterprise Act 2002. For more information about how the CMA processes personal data and your rights relating to that data, please see our Privacy Notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/competition-and-markets-authority/about/personal-information-charter).
Warcop firing times
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-18)

Monthly firing times for Warcop Training Area.

Do not enter the danger area when the range is in use, this is a danger to life. If ‘red flags’ or lights are hoisted, regardless of the timings, do not enter the training area. Learn more about accessing MOD training areas safely (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/safe-access).

Related information

Public access to military land (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/public-access-to-military-areas) The defence training estate (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/defence-infrastructure-organisation-and-the-defence-training-estate) All UK firing times (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/firing-notice)
ARTG2214 - Review and appeals for direct taxes: Appealing against a decision: Customer appeals then notifies appeal to tribunal
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-25)


If the customer appeals and then notifies their appeal to the tribunal without having asked for a review, the decision maker should send the case papers relating to the disputed decision to the appropriate Legal Group litigation team.

The litigator will then prepare the case for tribunal, see ARTG8430 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/appeals-reviews-and-tribunals-guidance/artg8430)
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on Gaza: 25 July 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-25)

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's statement on the situation in Gaza.

The appalling scenes in Gaza are unrelenting. The continued captivity of hostages, the starvation and denial of humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people, the increasing violence from extremist settler groups, and Israel’s disproportionate military escalation in Gaza are all indefensible.

Alongside our closest allies, I am working on a pathway to peace in the region, focused on the practical solutions that will make a real difference to the lives of those that are suffering in this war.

That pathway will set out the concrete steps needed to turn the ceasefire so desperately needed, into a lasting peace.

Recognition of a Palestinian state has to be one of those steps. I am unequivocal about that. But it must be part of a wider plan which ultimately results in a two-state solution and lasting security for Palestinians and Israelis. This is the way to ensure it is a tool of maximum utility to improve the lives of those who are suffering – which of course, will always be our ultimate goal.
Mr N Monk v Qube Qualifications and Development Ltd (in Creditors Voluntary Liquidation) and Secretary of State for Business and Trade: 2407124/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-10)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr N Monk v Qube Qualifications and Development Ltd (in Creditors Voluntary Liquidation) and Secretary of State for Business and Trade: 2407124/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c6f6fc68a61757838d227c/Mr_N_Monk_v_Qube_Qualifications_and_Development_Limited__in_Creditors_Voluntary_Liquidation____Other__-_2407124-2023_-__Judgment.pdf).
Pertussis oral fluid laboratory request form and instructions
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-12)

Information for pertussis (whooping cough) oral fluid testing.

Oral fluid testing for pertussis (whooping cough) is available for notified cases aged 2 to less than 17 years of age. Healthcare professionals should notify suspected cases to their local health protection team (https://www.gov.uk/health-protection-team) who will arrange an oral fluid test if appropriate.

These documents include instructions for taking and posting an oral fluid swab to the Respiratory and Vaccine Preventable Bacteria Reference Unit (RVPBRU). The RVPBRU (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rvpbru-reference-and-diagnostic-services) is part of UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Microbiology Services, Colindale, London.
Review of Civil Legal Aid: data publications deep dive report on public law
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-03)

This report summarises key descriptive information about solicitors, barristers, and providers who undertake public law legal aid work.

This report is part of the Data Publication Series workstream within the Review of Civil Legal Aid (RoCLA). The aim of these publications is to summarise key descriptive information about solicitors and barristers who carry out civil legal aid work to inform the policy-making emerging from RoCLA.

The report describes the provider experience of carrying out public law legal aid work, and highlights changes in the market composition and demographics over time. The report does not draw any conclusions from the data shown.
Mr B F Hayes v Scania (Great Britain) Ltd: 1406262/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-09)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr B F Hayes v Scania (Great Britain) Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67f3eb166852ad6032f5bffa/Mr_B_Forrester_Hayes_-vs-_Scania__Great_Britain__Ltd_-_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr B F Hayes v Scania (Great Britain) Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67f3ebf353505b2ca44eff3f/Mr_B_Forrester_Hayes_-vs-_Scania__Great_Britain__Ltd_-_Judgment___Reasons.pdf).
Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland
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 Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland 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 Knights Templar Goodwill Charity of Scotland recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Mr M Salami v Barclays Bank UK plc: 3200458/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Salami v Barclays Bank UK plc: 3200458/2024 - Judgment with Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c9c9c5ae2aa47d2f5ae3e3/Malik_Salami_v_Barclays_Bank_UK_PLC_3200458.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Mrs A Garrow v Department of Work and Pensions: 6006154/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs A Garrow v Department of Work and Pensions: 6006154/2024 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c851c675d7505462fc65ae/Mrs_A_Garrow_v_Department_of_Work_and_Pensions_6006154-2024_.pdf).
Ms J Neil v Dermalogica UK Ltd: 2302572/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms J Neil v Dermalogica UK Ltd: 2302572/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65c1f8af63a23d0013c82282/Miss_J_Neill_v_Dermalogica_UK_Limited_2302572-2023_-_Judgment_08-Dec-23.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms J Neil v Dermalogica UK Ltd: 2302572/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67af24ae6e6c8d18118acde3/Joanne_Neill_v_Dermalogica_UK_Ltd_2302572-2023_judgment_13-02-25.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms J Neil v Dermalogica UK Ltd: 2302572/2023 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/680f3e0956bc2cfe7f7f5be7/Joanne_Neill_v_Dermalogica_UK_Ltd_2302572-2023_-_Written_Reasons_24-Apr-25.pdf).
Equality and diversity
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-15)

How HM Courts & Tribunals Service supports court and tribunal users with disabilities.

What is a reasonable adjustment?

A reasonable adjustment is the name used in the Equality Act 2010 for something put in place to remove barriers so people with disabilities have equal access to our information and services.

The Equality Act 2010 (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents) protects the rights of people living with disabilities. This means we have a legal duty to help and support where we can. Section 20 of the Act provides information about reasonable adjustments.

What reasonable adjustments can we provide?

At HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) we want to provide all court and tribunal users with equal access to our information and services. We know people with disabilities sometimes need support or something different provided to help them. By listening carefully to you and sensitively discussing any help you need, we can provide reasonable adjustments to support you.

These are some examples of reasonable adjustments we can provide:
- accessible toilets
- breaks during a hearing to help with concentration
- British Sign Language (BSL) interpreters
- forms in large print
- guidance in alternative formats including audio and Easy Read
- hearing enhancement equipment
- ramps
This doesn’t include everything we can do to help as everyone has different and individual needs.

If you need support in the hearing room, we will also discuss this with the judge hearing the case. Judges are committed to making sure everyone can give their best evidence and everyone has a fair hearing.

How to arrange a reasonable adjustment?

If you have a disability that means you can’t access our information and services, please contact us. Our contact details will be on any correspondence or information you receive from us, or you can use Find a court or tribunal (https://www.gov.uk/find-court-tribunal). You can request reasonable adjustments by phone, in person or in writing.

You should try to explain how your disability affects you and give as much information as you can about the support you need. This will help our staff or the judge to consider what reasonable adjustments can be provided to help you.

You must request any reasonable adjustments you need for each case. We will put processes in place, so you do not have to repeat your needs during the same case. If you have another case, you will need to ask again for any reasonable adjustments you need as they may have changed.

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network

We have joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network (https://hdsunflower.com/uk/) to help people visiting court and tribunal buildings who may need additional support.

By wearing the Sunflower lanyard, you are showing that you might need extra help or more time. Court and tribunal staff know how to recognise the Sunflower lanyard and may ask you what we can do to help.

Sunflower lanyards are available in all our buildings.
23 Brick Lane, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8LG: HAV/24UN/MNR/2025/0667
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-26)

Southern Region, Mr J Wilson MRICS and Miss C Barton BSc MRICS on 30 June 2025

Read the full decision in SO51 8LG_HAV/24UN/MNR/2025/0667_decision (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68adc2612f18566482155846/23_Brick_Lane__Decision.pdf) Read the full reasons in SO51 8LG_HAV/24UN/MNR/2025/0667_reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68adc2c4bceafd8d0d96a1ba/23_Brick_Lane__Full_Reasons.pdf)
Influenza: treatment and prophylaxis using anti-viral agents
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)

Guidance on how to manage influenza (flu) using anti-viral agents.

This document includes information on:
- definitions
- treatment of suspected or confirmed influenza
- post-exposure prophylaxis
- use of anti-virals in pregnancy, breastfeeding, hepatic or renal dysfunction
This guidance and related documents were previously published by Public Health England (https://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/ukgwa/20210930054239/https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/influenza-treatment-and-prophylaxis-using-anti-viral-agents).
Mrs A O'Rourke v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: 115181/2009
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-21)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs A O’Rourke v Glasgow City Council and Cordia (Services) LLP: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682b535a02662c6f8ec24467/Mrs_A_O_Rourke_v_Glasgow_City_Council___Cordia__Services__LLP_-_115181_-_Judgment.pdf).
Arqiva 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 Arqiva 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 Arqiva Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Be Caring
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 Be Caring 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 Be Caring 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
- UK Reservists
We also pledge the following:

Use the Covenant and Employer Recognition Scheme logos in your communications and marketing.

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 O Khan v Vision Serve Ltd: 6018218/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-17)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr O Khan v Vision Serve Ltd: 6018218/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6798fe97636f8db3c2707130/Mr_O_Khan_v_Vision_Serve_Ltd_-_6018218_2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr O Khan v Vision Serve Ltd: 6018218/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68f0fa131c9076042263ef77/Owais_Khan_v_Vision_Serve_Limited_-_6018218_2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
TL v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (PIP): [2025] UKUT 296 (AAC)
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-24)

Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Wright on 28 August 2025.

Read the full decision in UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-PIP (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68cd5b3ea1e4472207995dd9/UA-xx-xxxx-xxxx-PIP.pdf).

Judicial Summary

This is a decision about activity 9 in Schedule 1 to the Personal Independence Payment Regulations (PIP Regs) 2013. It is concerned with whether the Upper Tribunal’s decision in RC v SSWP [2017] 353 (AAC) has been overruled impliedly by the Court of Appeal’s decision in Hickey v SSWP [2018] EWCA Civ 851. It decides that the decision in RC remains good law and can be read consistently with Hickey.
Emerald Grey 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 Emerald Grey 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 Emerald Grey 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.
Miss N Atkins v Ash Retail Ltd: 6002078/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss N Atkins v Ash Retail Ltd: 6002078/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6862a066354985706f111b11/Miss_N_Atkins_-vs-_Ash_Retail_Ltd_-_6002078.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Wildfire management plan
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-29)

You may need to complete a wildfire management plan if you're applying for a licence to burn heather or grass on peat deeper than 30cm in a less favoured area.

You need to complete a wildfire management plan if both of the following apply:
- you’re applying for a licence to burn heather or grass on peat deeper than 30cm in a less favoured area (LFA) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-for-a-licence-to-burn-on-peat-deeper-than-30cm)
- you’re applying under reason 3.3 - to reduce the impact of wildfire (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-for-a-licence-to-burn-on-peat-deeper-than-30cm/guidance-how-to-apply-for-a-licence-to-burn-on-deep-peat-within-a-protected-site#reasons-for-burning)
You’ll be asked to submit your wildfire management plan during your licence application.

How to complete a wildfire management plan

Use the template plan on this page. You should answer every question in as much detail as possible.

You’ll need to include supporting evidence in your plan, such as maps of your site.
IHTM36064 - Reasonable excuse: serious illness, absence or domestic problems
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-08)


In most cases it is unlikely that illness, absence or domestic problems would persist at such a level throughout the period for delivering an account. And even if the difficulties were at their worst at the crucial time towards the end of the statutory period then the taxpayer should still be able comply with their statutory duties within a reasonable time after then. For an illness to be treated as a reasonable excuse it must generally be so serious that it prevented the taxpayer from dealing with inheritance tax affairs before the deadline and from that date to the time the completed account is sent in. Examples of such illnesses include:
- coma
- major heart attack
- stroke
- any serious mental or life-threatening illness.
If an illness involves a lengthy stay in hospital or convalescence the taxpayer is expected to have made arrangements for completing and sending in the account on time. But there may be reasons why this is not possible and where you may accept it as a reasonable excuse. If the excuse is the serious illness of a close relative or partner, you may accept it as a reasonable excuse only if
- the situation took up a great deal of the taxpayer’s time and attention during the period from the deadline to the date the completed account was sent in, and
- steps had already been taken to have the account ready on time.
You should test excuses involving illness, absence or family problems but you should ask questions with sensitivity. Where possible you should consider talking with the taxpayer directly. If you are still unsure whether the excuse is reasonable when you have all the facts, you should consult with your B2 manager.
Carbon capture and storage (CCS) Network Code: updated Heads of Terms
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-13)

We’re seeking views on the CCS Network Code, part of the new regulatory regime describing arrangements between CO2 network users and transport and storage companies.

This consultation seeks views on the proposed Heads of Terms for the CCS Network Code, which is critical to the operation of carbon dioxide Transport and Storage Networks as it is the commercial interface between network users and operators.

The CCS Network Code will set out the various commercial, operational and technical arrangements that will govern the use of these networks. It will provide the framework for seeking a connection, commissioning, and operating, plus other arrangements including on governance, disputes, data management and liabilities.

The consultation is an important step forward in the development of this first of a kind product and the deployment of CCUS in the UK. We expect it will be of particular interest to investors and developers involved in planned or potential CCUS projects. However, any organisation or individual is welcome to respond.

Read our consultation privacy notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/desnz-consultations-privacy-notice/privacy-notice-relating-to-consultation-responses-received-by-desnz).
RFIG20810 - Statutory Residence Test (SRT): Days spent in the UK: Deductible travel expenses for tax purposes
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-04)


Deductible travel expenses for tax purposes are those where the expenses would have been deductible when calculating:
- the travel expenses were necessarily incurred in the performance of the duties of their employment
- the travel was required for necessary attendance in the performance of their duties of employment
- the travel was required for travel between group employments
- the travel was travel between employments where the duties are performed abroad.
OR
- the expenses would have been deductible when calculating the profits of the individual's trade.
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Mr R Williams v Nexmo Ltd and Vonage Ltd: 2215433/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-04)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr R Williams v Nexmo Ltd and Vonage Ltd: 2215433/2023 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/690475c8fabc9f10a832a8c9/Mr_R_Williams_v__1._Nexmo_Limited_2._Vonage_Limited_-_2215433-2023.pdf).

Read the full decision in Mr R Williams v Nexmo Ltd and Vonage Ltd: 2215433/2023 - Reasons (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/672e37b54f1735e02b96ae9d/Mr_R_Williams_v_1._Nexmo_Limited_2._Vonage_Limited_-_2215433-2023_.pdf).
Blandford Forum Town 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 Blandford Forum Town 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 Blandford Forum Town Council recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Product Safety Report: Wall Socket MS589 (2506-0129)
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-02)

Product Safety Report for Wall Socket MS589 presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Wall Socket MS589

Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as the breakdown isolation between the input and output circuits does not meet the insulation requirements for this type of product.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a risk of fire as the breakdown isolation between the input and output circuits does not meet the insulation requirements for this type of product. Additionally, there is insufficient creepage and clearance distances between circuits, and there is no overcurrent protection device fitted to the USB input circuit. Improvements are also required to marking, labelling and documentation.

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

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2506-0129

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Licensing authority guide to right to work checks
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-06)

Guidance for licensing authorities on how to check the immigration status of people who apply for a taxi or private hire licence.

This guidance is for licensing authority staff responsible for the issue, renewal, suspension and revocation of private hire and taxi driver licences and operator licences (called booking office licences in Scotland).

It has been issued to support the implementation of provisions in the Immigration Act 2016 in relation to illegal working in the private hire and taxi sector. These provisions commenced on 1 December 2016 with the exception of booking offices in Scotland.

Provisions in respect of booking offices commenced 22 January 2018 and the second edition of this guidance reflects this change. Licence applications are subject to immigration checks to prevent them being issued to anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK.

It includes information on:
- who is disqualified from holding a licence
- how and when to conduct right to a licence checks
- acceptable documents for these checks
- how to provide information to the Home Office
Repair and Replacement
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-30)

Information on repair and replacement.

Where the outward processing procedure is requested for repair, the export goods must be capable of being repaired. Repair must not be used to improve the technical performance of the goods.

Repair of goods includes restoring them to their original condition and putting them in order.

Agricultural goods or primary products such as minerals, chemicals etc are excluded from the OP repair arrangements.

While the goods are outside UK, the repairer may decide that it is not economical to repair them and provide replacements instead. Replacement goods mean the goods that are imported for that purpose.
Mortgage Guarantee Scheme Quarterly Statistics: 19 April 2021 to 30 September 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-26)

This statistical release presents official statistics on the government’s 2021 mortgage guarantee scheme.

These statistical releases present Official Statistics on the government’s mortgage guarantee scheme. They present statistics on the number of mortgage completions, types and values of properties, borrower incomes and breakdowns by geographical area. The data is provided by National Savings and Investments (NS&I) who administer the scheme on behalf of the Treasury.
Flat 1, 10 Cambridge Gate, Camden, London NW1 4JX: LON/00AG/F77/2024/0687
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-05)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Mr N Martindale FRICS on 27 January 2025

Read the full decision in Flat 1, 10 Cambridge Gate, Camden, London NW1 4JX: LON/00AG/F77/2024/0687 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a222d0567402152f553c06/Cambridge_Gate_10_Flat_1_NW1_4JX_FORM__MFR.pdf). Read the reasons in Flat 1, 10 Cambridge Gate, Camden, London NW1 4JX: LON/00AG/F77/2024/0687 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67a222f0b74b3d9dfe36ca16/Cambridge_Gate_10__Flat_1__NW1_4JX_Reasons.pdf).