theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Independent research on the economic impact of cyber attacks on the UK
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-12)

A set of reports detailing the costs and economic impact of cyber attacks on the UK economy.

Cyber attacks are a growing threat to the UK economy. This collection of independent research quantifies the cost of cyber attacks across different parts of the economy.

Key findings

The sector-specific costings report estimates the average cost of a significant cyber attack* for an individual business in the UK is almost £195,000.

When scaled to an annual UK cost, this amounts to £14.7 billion, equivalent to 0.5% of the UK’s GDP.

Separately, the IP theft report estimates that cyber attacks attempting intellectual property and knowledge-assets theft cost the UK between £1 billion and £8.5 billion in 2024.

Modelling suggests fraud episodes linked to organisational data breaches are likely to cost around £755 million per year.

The consistent theme across all these reports is the cyber risk is pervasive and significant.

This research was published on 12 November 2025 as part of the introduction of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to Parliament.

Read the press notice about the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/tough-new-laws-to-strengthen-the-uks-defences-against-cyber-attacks-on-nhs-transport-and-energy).

The individual research reports are:
- Economic Modelling of Sector Specific Costings of Cyber Attacks, KPMG, 2025
- Economic Impact of Intellectual Property and Knowledge Assets Theft from Cyber Attacks in the UK, Alma Economics, 2025
- Assessing the Feasibility of Modelling the Link Between Data Breaches and Fraud, Frontier Economics, 2025
- The Economic Impact on Consumers of Cyber Attacks, KPMG, 2025
- The Economic Impact of a Systemic Cyber Incident to the Rail Network, KPMG 2025
The estimates presented in these reports are derived using distinct methodologies and are not intended to be additive. Each report focuses on different sectors and impact types, and while they collectively illustrate the breadth of economic risk, they should not be summed to produce a single GDP impact figure.

This independent research will allow decision makers to better understand the potential scale of impact when different kinds of organisations or sectors in the UK are attacked. The research informs the government’s policy making on cyber security and the wider work to drive industry adoption of cyber security measures and improve cyber resilience across the UK economy.

This research was supported by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, while reports 1, 2, 4 and 5 were also supported by the R&D Science and Analysis Programme at the Department for Culture, Media & Sport. The reports were developed and produced according to the research team’s hypotheses and methods. Any primary research, subsequent findings or recommendations do not represent government views or policy.

*Classed as a successful attack with a cost of at least £500. This figure is averaged across all firm sizes and sectors.
Mr G Mason-Wenn v GE Aviation Systems Ltd: 6000343/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-17)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr G Mason-Wenn v GE Aviation Systems Ltd: 6000343/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c024aaa74b1137c7edd790/Mr_G_Mason-Wenn_-vs-_GE_Aviation_Systems_Ltd_-_Judgment.pdf).
Aon 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 Aon 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 Aon plc recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Armed Forces Charities
We also pledge the following:

We offer bespoke insurance policies to members of the Regular, Reserve and ex Services communities via our dedicated military division, PAX Insurance

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.
MORGAN PAYNE & KNIGHTLY
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 MORGAN PAYNE & KNIGHTLY 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 MORGAN PAYNE & KNIGHTLY 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
- 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.
HM Land Registry: gender pay gap report and data
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-25)

Data on the difference in men and women's average earnings for employees of HM Land Registry.

The gender pay gap is the difference between the average earnings of men and women, expressed relative to men’s earnings.

You can:
- view HM Land Registry’s data on a dashboard (https://gender-pay-gap.service.gov.uk/Employer/Fq2yAxQf)
- search all national gender pay gap data (https://gender-pay-gap.service.gov.uk)
- read about the Gender Pay Gap legislation (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/172/contents/made)
Reforms to Inheritance Tax reliefs: consultation on property settled into trust
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-21)

We welcome views on the technical application of upcoming changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief to property settled into trust.

At Autumn Budget 2024, the government announced several reforms to agricultural property relief and business property relief from Inheritance Tax, including a £1 million allowance which will apply to the combined value of property that qualifies for 100% business property relief or 100% agricultural property relief or both.

This consultation document invites views on how the changes will apply to property settled into trust.
Ground Floor Flat, 2 Tenham Avenue, Streatham Hill, London SW2 4XR: LON/00AY/MNR/2025/0836
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Mr A Harris LLM FRICS FCIArbs on 15 September 2025

Read the full decision in Ground Floor Flat, 2 Tenham Avenue, Streatham Hill, London SW2 4XR: LON/00AY/MNR/2025/0836 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c9425fc6df905ce770841d/Market_Rents__Decision_Form_2_Tenham_Ave.pdf). Read the summary reasons in Ground Floor Flat, 2 Tenham Avenue, Streatham Hill, London SW2 4XR: LON/00AY/MNR/2025/0836 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c94283995dfd01bff0bf50/Summary_Reasons_Market_Rent_Tenham_Ave.pdf).
Mr G Green v Biffa Waste Services Ltd: 6000982/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr G Green v Biffa Waste Services Ltd: 6000982/2024 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/684ad33fa3c112ee2996ff4b/Mr_G_Green_-vs-_Biffa_Waste_Services_Ltd_-_6000982.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
Hydrogen allocation rounds: privacy notice
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-07)

How we will use your personal data and what your rights are.

This privacy notice sets out:
- how we will process your data when you submit an expression of interest to a Hydrogen Allocation Round
- the rights you have under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Working for British Consulate General Jerusalem
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

Working at the British Consulate General Jerusalem offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to grow professionally while collaborating with a talented group of individuals.

Current work opportunities

If you are interested in a job opportunity at the British Consulate General in Jerusalem or one of the other UK delegations, UKTI offices, other government departments or consulates in Jerusalem, West Bank and Gaza, please visit the FCDO Local Staff vacancies website (https://fco.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-1/brand-2/xf-7810a1ba3247/candidate).

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

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

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

Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
Mrs P Kika v Nigel Ricks & Company Ltd: 6002713/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-28)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs P Kika v Nigel Ricks & Company Ltd: 6002713/2023 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67b88dfbff9676313f3533df/602713_2023_Mrs__Kika_V_Nigel_Ricks__Co_Ltd_docx.pdf).
UNEK Building Consultants
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 UNEK Building Consultants 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 UNEK Building Consultants 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
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.
Ms Ann Henderson v GCRM Ltd and others: [2025] EAT 136
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-10)

Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Lord Fairley on 6 October 2025.

Read the full Judgment in Ms Ann Henderson v GCRM Ltd and others [2025] EAT 136 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68e8c50f187483de54d7671e/Ms_Ann_Henderson_v_GCRM_Ltd_and_others__2025__EAT_136.pdf).
How to create, link and access your eVisa with no identity document: video
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-23)

This video explains how to create, link and access your eVisa in 3 steps with no identity document.

This video will play in English. You can translate this video into your preferred language by following these steps:
- Click the “CC” (Captions) button to enable subtitles
- Click the Settings (⚙️) icon on the video player
- Select “Subtitles/CC” from the menu
- Choose “Auto-translate”
- Select your preferred language from the list
These translations are automatically generated by YouTube.

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is not responsible for any errors or misunderstandings that may result from these translations.

Further information

eVisas: access and use your online immigration status: set up a UKVI account to access your eVisa (https://www.gov.uk/evisa/set-up-ukvi-account).
Mr C M De Oliveira v Heirs of Sanpa Ltd: 6015000/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr C M De Oliveira v Heirs of Sanpa Ltd: 6015000/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6848173489d002b886e787cf/Mr_C_M_De_Oliveira_-_v_-_Heirs_of_Sanpa_Limited__--_6015000-2024_--_Judgment.pdf).
Interim Chair appointed to National Savings and Investments
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-03)

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury has announced that Luke Jensen has been appointed as Interim Chair to the Board of National Savings and Investments (NS&I).

This follows previous Chair, Lord Gerard Lemos CMB CBE, stepping down in July 2025 following his appointment to the Whip’s Office within the House of Lords. This interim appointment has been made while the process for finding the next Chair is completed.

Luke has sat on the NS&I Board since 1 April 2024 and brings a wealth of experience as an established senior executive and non-executive across a range of retail and consumer-focused environments. Luke is currently a non-executive director for the Co-operative Group and Hana Group SAS.

Luke will serve as Interim Chair for a period of 12 months. HM Treasury will set out the process for recruiting a new permanent Chair to the NS&I Board as soon as possible.

The Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Emma Reynolds MP said:

NS&I plays a key role in delivering cost-effective finance for the Government, and I would like to thank Lord Lemos for his contributions to the Board over the past year.

I am pleased to welcome Luke Jensen as Interim Chair, to continue to deliver cost-effective finance for the Government and progress its Transformation Programme whilst we recruit for Lord Lemos’ successor.

Further information

This interim appointment was made by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury as an exceptional appointment without competition, following consultation with the Commissioner for Public Appointments, in accordance with the Cabinet Office’s Governance Code on Public Appointments (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/65c4f9a19c5b7f0012951b7a/governance_code_on_public_appointments.pdf).

Under the Code, any significant political activity undertaken by an appointee in the last five years must be declared. This is defined as including holding office, public speaking, making a recordable donation, or candidature for election. Luke Jensen has not declared any significant political activity.

Non-executive members of NS&I’s Board ensure a sound strategy is in place to meet the organisation’s remit of raising cost-effective debt financing for the government. They also act as an external source of advice, have oversight of risk control and ensure NS&I’s links with its outsourcing partners remain open and transparent.

NS&I is one of the largest savings organisations in the UK, offering a range of savings and investments. All products offer 100% capital security because NS&I is backed by HM Treasury.
Data protection: privacy notice model documents
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

Suggested privacy notices for schools and local authorities to issue to staff, parents and pupils about the collection of data.

Providing accessible information to individuals about the use of personal data is a key element of the Data Protection Act 2018 (http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2018/12/contents) and UK General Data Protection Regulation.

The most common way to provide information is through a privacy notice.

The Department for Education provides suggested wording that schools and local authorities may wish to use. You must review and amend this to reflect local needs and circumstances, as you will process data that is not solely for use within data collections.

You can issue privacy notices in a number of ways – for example, on your website or within:
- induction packs
- staff contracts
- information about social services
Banking Act 2009: special resolution regime code of practice (revised July 2025)
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-14)

This code of practice sets out the tools and powers available under the Banking Act 2009.

This code of practice supports the legal framework of the special resolution regime and provides guidance as to how and in what circumstances the authorities will use the special resolution tools.

This code of practice was first published in November 2010 and was updated in March 2015, March 2017, December 2020 and July 2025.
Higher education tuition fees for foundation years
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-12)

How higher education (HE) providers can implement the HE tuition fee cap for classroom-based foundation years in the 2025 to 2026 academic year.

This guidance is for HE providers in England that offer foundation years.

It describes the HE provision that constitutes a foundation year and explains how to determine the fee limit for foundation years in different subjects. It also includes information on how foundation years will work alongside the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/lifelong-learning-entitlement-lle-overview) (LLE).

The spreadsheet lists the specific subjects within scope of the reduced tuition fee cap.
Ambulance Quality Indicators Systems Indicators for October 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-13)

Monthly ambulance response, call answer, and handover times, by Ambulance Service.

For the eleven Ambulance Services in England: Monthly incident count and response times for Categories C1 to C4; incidents resolved on scene or on the telephone; clinical validation and assessment; resources allocated to incidents; handover times at ED / non-ED; calls to 999 and average answer times.

Accredited official statistics are produced impartially and free from political influence.
Media Advisory Notice – trial of Axel Rudakubana
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-16)

The Attorney General issues a reminder about commenting on the trial of Axel Rudakubana and risks of being in contempt of court.

Axel Rudakubana has been charged with 16 offences including the murder of three young girls, the attempted murder of 10 other people including 8 children, as well as the production of ricin and possession of an Al-Qaeda training manual.

The criminal trial commences on 20 January 2025 at Liverpool Crown Court and is expected to last from four to six weeks.

While proceedings are active, the Attorney General is reminding editors, publishers and social media users that fair and accurate reporting of legal proceedings held in public in good faith is permitted.

However, you may be in risk of being in contempt of court (https://www.gov.uk/contempt-of-court) if you publish material or comment online that is inaccurate, unfair, or involves discussion or commentary which could influence the jury’s deliberations. This includes anything that asserts or assumes, expressly or implicitly, the guilt of Axel Rudakubana. This is due to the risk of potentially jeopardising the criminal trial.

The Contempt of Court Act 1981 seeks to prevent any interference with the administration of justice and the right to a fair trial.
RAF Marham Aviation Heritage Centre
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 RAF Marham Aviation Heritage Centre recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
We also pledge the following:

Continuity of Contact: maintaining continuity of contact with local serving personnel, reservists and veterans through our interface with RAF Marham.

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.
DE4 4HE, Stacey Processing Ltd: environmental permit application advertisement - EPR/YP3622SW/A002
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-20)

View the application submitted by Stacey Processing Ltd for Ryder Point Works, Wirksworth.

The Environment Agency consults the public on certain applications for:
- waste and mining waste operations
- installations
- water discharge and groundwater activities
- medium combustion plant and specified generators
The arrangements are explained in their Public Participation Statement (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/environmental-permits-when-and-how-we-consult)

These notices explain:
- what the application is about
when you need to comment by The Environment Agency will decide:
- whether to grant or refuse the application
- what conditions to include in the permit (if granted)
British Sign Language (BSL) third report, May 2024 to April 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-20)

A report which details what the government is doing to promote and facilitate the use of British Sign Language (BSL) in its communications with the public.

This report covers British Sign Language (BSL) usage in government communications.

The British Sign Language (BSL) Act 2022 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2022/34/contents/enacted) legally recognises BSL as a language of England, Scotland and Wales, but not Northern Ireland, where equality law is devolved.

It requires the government to report on the use of BSL by the ministerial departments named in the schedule to the BSL Act, in their public communications.

This third report includes:
- an introduction
- context and background
- case studies of good practice
- information on what the government will do to increase the use of BSL in its communications
It also includes details about the number of BSL translations made by relevant ministerial departments during the reporting period, including:
- public announcements about policy or about changes to the law in BSL
- publications – plans, strategies, consultation documents or consultation responses in BSL
- press conferences, social media or government website use to publicise activities or policies in BSL
This report is compiled by the Disability Unit, part of the Cabinet Office.

This third publication formally reports the data for the period between the first report (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-british-sign-language-bsl-report-2022) (28 June 2022 to 30 April 2023) and this report (1 May 2023 to 30 April 2025). This report will share case studies from the period between 1 May 2024 to 30 April 2025. The second report (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/british-sign-language-bsl-second-report-2023-to-2024/the-british-sign-language-bsl-report-2023-to-2024) provided case studies from the period between 1 May 2023 to 30 April 2024.

The first report (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-british-sign-language-bsl-report-2022/the-british-sign-language-bsl-report-2022) was published on 31 July 2023.

The second report (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/british-sign-language-bsl-second-report-2023-to-2024/the-british-sign-language-bsl-report-2023-to-2024) was published on 17 December 2024 and was voluntary.

Each ministerial department has also been asked to produce a 5 year BSL Plan, setting out how they plan to improve the use of BSL within their departments. These plans have been published alongside this report.
London Borough of Hackney
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 London Borough of Hackney 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 London Borough of Hackney 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
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.
St Vincent College
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 St Vincent College 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 St Vincent College 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
We also pledge the following:

-striving to support Service spouses and partners with access to a range of education and progression opportunities

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.
M-EC Consulting Development Engineers
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 M-EC Consulting Development Engineers 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 M-EC Consulting Development Engineers 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
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
We also pledge the following:

Placements for WIS

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: Bozan Electronic Hot Plate sold via Amazon (2505-0165)
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-30)

Product Safety Report for Bozan Electronic Hot Plate presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Bozan Electronic Hot Plate sold via Amazon

Hazard: This product presents a risk of fire as there is insufficient granular filler in the plug.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as the fuse within the plug has insufficient granular filler. The filler is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions, and its absence could lead to the plug overheating and/or exploding.

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: 2505-0165

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Sefton O.P.E.R.A.
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 Sefton O.P.E.R.A. 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 Sefton O.P.E.R.A. recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Expanding the role of the private sector in nature recovery
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-27)

We're seeking evidence and insights on how to support and incentivise private sector investment in nature recovery.

This call for evidence seeks evidence and insights on how best to support and incentivise business sectors to invest in nature recovery, especially those sectors which impact or depend upon nature the most. Specifically, it seeks views from businesses, investors, nature service providers (such as farmers and land managers), environmental organisations and the public on how government can work with business sectors operating in England to:
- use the most effective policy measures to increase business investment in protecting and improving the natural environment in England
- secure the economic benefits of a healthy natural environment and of business innovation in environmental protection and improvement
- identify and manage any risks for businesses, communities or consumers arising from increased business investment in the natural environment
The first section of the call for evidence sets out the key role of the environment in the government’s economic growth mission and the economic case for business investment in the natural environment. Views are sought on the cross-cutting principles and opportunities that could govern policy development to increase this investment.

The second section seeks views on increasing investment in specific environmental outcomes:
- clean and plentiful water
- nature-based carbon reductions
- access to nature
- flood management
- sustainable land use and food production
- global nature
This is not a consultation and does not represent any firm decisions by government. Rather, it is the next step in an ongoing conversation. Responses will support the further development of policies to increase private sector investment in protecting and improving nature.

How to respond

Send written submissions to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) by 11:59pm on 7 August 2025. Submissions and statements supported by evidence will be particularly welcomed.
DBT: spending over £500, August 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-27)

Spending by electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS), over £500.

Department for Business and Trade (DBT) 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).
Mining Remediation Authority FOI statistics January to March 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-03)

Statistics on freedom of information requests received by the Mining Remediation Authority from January to March 2025.

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 provides public access to information held by public authorities.

It does this in 2 ways:
- public authorities are obliged to publish certain information about their activities
- members of the public are entitled to request information from public authorities
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2000/36/contents) (FOI Act) and the associated Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2004/3391/contents) (EIR) came fully into force on 1 January 2005.

Customer services, mining reports and records

Mining Remediation Authority200 Lichfield LaneMansfieldNottinghamshireNG18 4RG

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

Telephone xx-xxxx-xxxx

Telephone from outside the UK (Monday to Thursday, 8:45am to 5pm, Friday, 8:45am to 4:30pm GMT) xx-xxxx-xxxx