theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
Export of porcine semen to Ghana: certificate 7246
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-06)

Apply online to export fresh or frozen pig semen to Ghana.

Exporting from England, Scotland and Wales If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you must apply to DAERA (#other-ways).

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the Guidance notes for certificate 7246. (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5db2c68c40f0b609bc3ed7fe/7246NFG.pdf).

Download a specimen certificate Export porcine semen to Ghana: EHC 7246 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5db2c66a40f0b609bc3ed7fd/7246EHC_V1.pdf).

2. Apply online

You’ll need:

a Government Gateway account

a Defra account

If you don’t already have them you’ll need to register for these accounts (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-register-for-export-health-certificate-ehc-online), and so will your official vet or inspector (http://apha.defra.gov.uk/official-vets/Guidance/exports/ehc-online.htm).

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/7246EHC)

Registration takes around 5 minutes. Official vets and inspectors will also need to have their registration checked by APHA.

Register and sign in as an official vet or inspector (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/certify-an-export-health-certificate).

Read the accessibility statement for this service (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/accessibility-statement-for-export-health-certificates-online).

Applying online means you can:

see the status of your applications

always use the latest version of the EHC

copy existing applications

apply for multiple certificates

Exporting from Northern Ireland

If you’re in Northern Ireland you’ll need to upload your application for DAERA.

Find out about the requirements for export in the Guidance notes for certificate 7246. (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5db2c68c40f0b609bc3ed7fe/7246NFG.pdf).

Download and fill in Export porcine semen to Ghana: EHC 7246 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5db2c66a40f0b609bc3ed7fd/7246EHC_V1.pdf).

Upload your application (https://selfservice.daera-ni.gov.uk/Daera/Forms/#/export).

Make sure you use the latest version of the EHC as they are sometimes updated. The latest version is on this page.

If you do not use the latest version, DAERA will not accept your application.

Help with your application

In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

In Northern Ireland, call DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges). | | — |
Establishing the Child Protection Authority in England
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-11)

We're seeking views on a setting up a national body called the Child Protection Authority.

We are consulting on creating Child Protection Authority (CPA), a national body to improve child protection.

We propose the CPA to be an expert, accurate and decisive body. It will make the multi-agency child protection system clearer, more unified and ensure there are ongoing improvements through effective evidence-based support.

This consultation seeks views on the CPA’s proposed:
- functions
- governance
- interaction with existing bodies
We welcome responses from:
- frontline practitioners, including but not limited to, those working in children’s services, the police, health, youth justice, probation and education
- safeguarding partnerships
- voluntary and community sector organisations working with children and families
- inspectorates and regulatory bodies with a role in child protection
- organisations and sector bodies who provide improvement training and support
- families with lived experience of the child protection system and their networks
- anyone else who cares about improving child protection
Your feedback will help shape the future of child protection in England.
Form COP1A: Apply to make decisions on someone's behalf (property and finance)
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-10)

Describe the property and finance decisions you need to make for someone when applying for a Court of Protection order.

Apply to be a property and financial affairs deputy

Apply to do things like pay the person’s bills, manage their child’s trust fund or organise their pension.

Where to send your forms

You can apply to be a deputy and upload your forms online (https://www.gov.uk/become-deputy/apply-property-financial-affairs-deputy).

Alternatively, you can send the forms, including 2 copies of the application form (COP1) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/apply-to-make-decisions-on-someones-behalf-form-cop1), to the Court of Protection with a cheque for the application fee (https://www.gov.uk/become-deputy/fees).

Court of Protection PO Box 70185 First Avenue House 42-49 High Holborn London WC1A 9JA
SPE13285 - Discharge of IP - Bill of Discharge: retention of Bills of Discharge
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-24)


This manual will be archived on 15 December 2025. For up-to-date guidance on special procedures, please refer to Pay less or no duty on goods you store, repair, process or temporarily use (GOV.UK) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/pay-less-or-no-duty-on-goods-you-store-repair-process-or-temporarily-use) and Customs Technical Handbooks (GOV.UK) (https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/customs-technical-handbooks). If you have feedback about this manual being archived, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Note: This manual is under review and is likely to be withdrawn. If there is anything within this manual you use regularly, please email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx?subject=%node:field_page_reference feedback) to let us know. Please check the other guidance available on GOV.UK from HMRC (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-revenue-customs/services-information).

Bills of Discharge must be retained for four years. Documents relating to the Bill of Discharge may be retained by the control office or the authorisation holder but must also be kept for four years.

Council Regulation (EU) 952/2013, Articles 15 and 51

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/moving-processed-or-repaired-goods-into-free... (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/moving-processed-or-repaired-goods-into-free-circulation-or-re-exporting-them)

Note - Northern Ireland (NI) Customs Authorisations will continue to fall within the provisions of the Union Customs Code (UCC), as retained by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 and CEMA 1979
IPO counterfeit goods research (Wave 4)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-17)

The fourth wave of a large scale consumer study into the purchasing of counterfeit goods among people aged 18+ in the UK.

If you would like to read this report in a PDF format, please choose ‘Print this page’ and click the option to print to PDF. To include chart detail, select ‘Change to table and accessible view’

This is the fourth wave of a survey of 5,000 UK adults (aged 18+). Those who completed the survey discussed their buying history and habits, including counterfeit goods. The survey covered six broad product categories:
- beauty and hygiene
- clothing, footwear and accessories
- sports
- toys
- electricals
- alcohol
The report is supported by data tables, which provide figures and percentages for each chart.

The survey was developed in consultation with the relevant industry and trade bodies.

This research was delivered by AudienceNet on behalf of the IPO.
Fulkrum Technical Resources 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 Fulkrum Technical Resources 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 Fulkrum Technical Resources 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
We also pledge the following:

Considering remote working for members of the Armed Forces Community. Signposting to available resources for members of the Armed Forces Community

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.
Provisional Agricultural Income News Release 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-26)

The provisional estimates for agricultural incomes in Northern Ireland for 2024

The provisional estimates for agricultural incomes in Northern Ireland for 2023, including historical estimates from 2014, at both industry aggregate and farm level. Total income from farming (TIFF) measures the return to farmers, partners and directors, their spouses and other family workers for their labour, management input and own capital invested.

It therefore represents the total income of all those with an entrepreneurial involvement in farming. Farm Business Income is the return to all unpaid labour (farmer, spouses and others with an entrepreneurial interest in the farm business) and to their capital invested in the farm business which includes land and buildings.
Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme Review: additional consultation 2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-09)

Seeking views on the scope and time limits of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012.

This consultation seeks to gather views on potential changes to the scope and time limits of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012 (the Scheme) in response to the recommendations of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse.

We previously undertook a public consultation in 2020 on recommendations from a review of the Scheme. In this, we sought views on proposals to improve the experience of victims applying to the Scheme, by making it simpler and easier to navigate. Although the consultation examined the scope and time limits of the Scheme it concluded that the current rules were working well and did not propose any changes. We subsequently conducted a supplementary consultation in 2022, on whether to reform the unspent convictions eligibility rule of the Scheme, as proposed by the Inquiry in its Interim Report in 2018 and restated in the final report.

In October 2022, the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (the Inquiry) published its final report. It recommended that the scope of the Scheme be extended to include other forms of child sexual abuse, including online-facilitated sexual abuse; and that the time limit for applications in relation to incidents of child sexual abuse be increased to seven years from the current two. In response to these final recommendations, we are publishing this third consultation paper to invite views on potential reforms to the scope and time limits of the Scheme, including those recommended by the Inquiry, alongside the option of no reform.

Decisions on whether to amend the scope and time limits of the Scheme will be made in conjunction with decisions on whether to revise the unspent convictions rule and to implement any of the other changes on which we have consulted during the review of the Scheme. In doing so, we will consider carefully all views and representations made by respondents to this consultation and the two previous consultations in 2020 and 2022.
Confirming ID: referees
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-16)

Tells HM Passport Office staff who can confirm a customer’s identity and how they do this.

This guidance tells HM Passport Office staff:
- about the purpose of a person who confirms a customer identity
- about the criteria to be a person, who confirms a customer’s identity
- when staff may use discretion (when examining a person who confirms a customer identity)
Miss Y E Willington v Jevids Care Ltd: 2403628/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-31)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss Y E Willington v Jevids Care Ltd: 2403628/2024 - Partial Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/671f7bcc3334310d056ecb34/Miss_Y_E_Willington_v_Jevids_Care_Ltd_-_2403628_2024.pdf).

Read the full decision in Miss Y E Willington v Jevids Care Ltd: 2403628/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/679c88796bb4c44f0805e852/Ms_YE_Willington_v_Jevids_Services_Limited_-_2403628.2024.pdf).
Flat 4, 40 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6BS : LON/00BK/HMF/2025/0652
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-11)

Residential Properly Tribunal Decision of Judge Tagliavini Mr A Gee RIBA
 on date 7 November 2025

Read the full decision in Decision (Cost) Flat 4 40 Buckingham Gate London SW1E 6BS (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6915be55db01ecfcf96fc8f0/Decision__Cost__Flat_4_40_Buckingham_Gate_London_SW1E_6BS.pdf)
Arrested or in prison in Saudi Arabia
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-15)

This guide provides information about being arrested in Saudi Arabia and what conditions are like in prison there.

This guide explains how to:
- arrange visits
- send money to a prisoner
- apply for a transfer to a UK prison
This information is not meant to be definitive, and is not a substitute for independent legal advice. Neither His Majesty’s Government nor its staff take any responsibility for the accuracy of the information, nor accept liability for any loss, costs, damage, or expense that you might suffer as a result of relying on the information. The information contained in this guide is general and factual. You should contact local lawyers for independent legal advice.
UN HRC Special Session: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-07)

UK Statement for the UN Human Rights Council Special Session on the situation in the DRC. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Simon Manley.

Thank you Mr President.

Let me begin by commending the Democratic Republic of the Congo for convening this special session. We welcome its broad support from across the African Continent.

The situation in eastern DRC has received far too little attention for far too long, including by this Council. We condemn the recent offensive by M23 and Rwandan Defence Forces, which has worsened an already dire humanitarian situation.

We call on all parties to ensure unimpeded humanitarian access to allow the delivery of life-saving assistance. In particular, the UK calls on M23 and Rwanda to re-open Goma airport as a matter of utmost urgency.

The scale of sexual and gender-based violence across eastern DRC is atrocious. We are horrified by reports of the brutal rape and murder of hundreds of women in Goma’s Munzenze Prison.

We must respond robustly and collectively to ensure a thorough investigation and bring an end to impunity.

The UK is convinced of the need to use all available Council mechanisms to address the human rights situation.

Thank you.
Agile Recruit
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 Agile Recruit 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 Agile Recruit 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
We also pledge the following:

Assisting Veterans into civilian careers: Providing advice and guidance to former service personnel to possible routes into civilian opportunities in the data sector, as well as general career advice and guidance.

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.
Aira Home UK
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Aira Home UK recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- 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.
Household Energy Efficiency Statistics, headline release September 2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-18)

Household Energy Efficiency Statistics, headline release (September 2025).

This release includes measures installed under the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) and the Green Deal schemes. It also includes further analysis and geographical breakdowns of ECO measures, ECO delivery costs, estimated carbon and energy savings from measures installed and the supply chain. These statistics are provisional and are subject to future revisions.

For further information or questions about these statistics, email xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).
Product Safety Report: Wall Charger RE-PD3509 (2504-0224)
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-09)

Product Safety Report for Wall Charger RE-PD3509 presenting a serious risk of fire.

Summary

Product: Wall Charger RE-PD3509

Hazard: The product presents a serious fire risk as it has insufficient insulation and insufficient clearance distances between circuits.

Corrective action: The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious risk of fire as it has insufficient creepage and clearance distances between the circuits, the insulation is insufficient, the supply cord is undersized and internal mains wiring was not adequately secured. Additionally, the fuse had not been supplied with any granular filler, which is required to ensure the safe operation of the fuse under fault conditions. 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. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2504-0224

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
SPM181600 - Paying and Recovering - SMP/SAP/SPP/ShPP/SPBP/SNCP: holding company
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-06)


If the employee is employed by a holding company any of the following examples may apply:

Example 1

A holding company has several subsidiaries.
- Each has its own employees
- Is liable for its own employers' Class 1 NICs for its employees
- Has its own PAYE scheme.
In this case, each individual company would be the employer for SP purposes and would need to consider whether they qualify for reimbursement.

Example 2

A holding company has several subsidiaries but the holding company engages the employees and allocates them to the subsidiaries.

Although the employees are paid locally and the initial accounting is done locally, the holding company provides the resources for payment of, for example, wages.

No matter how many PAYE schemes are set up it is the holding company, which is ultimately liable for the secondary Class 1NICs and the payment of SP.

In this case, the holding company would be the employer and would need to decide if it qualifies for reimbursement.

Example 3

A large retail chain has a number of branches throughout the country.

Although each branch hires and fires its own employees, wages are paid from the central head office and returns are made for a number of PAYE schemes.

In this case the company, not the individual branches, would be the employer for SP purposes and would need to decide if it qualifies for reimbursement.
Processed animal protein (PAP), other than types derived from farmed insects to the European Union and Northern Ireland: certificate 8333
Source: gov.uk (2025-09-22)

Apply online for an export health certificate (EHC) to export processed animal protein from Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) to the EU or move it to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in England, Scotland or Wales, you must apply online for this export health certificate (EHC) using the online service to export to the EU or to move PAP to Northern Ireland.

If you’re in Northern Ireland, you do not need an EHC to export to the EU. Contact DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx to find out what you need to do.

1. Check what you need for your export

Find out about the requirements for export in the guidance notes (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66bf529f885e2bf285cc3871/8333NFG-Sep25-v7.pdf) and specimen certificate (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5f6a1902d3bf7f7239aa147b/Specimen-8333_English_V1.pdf).

2. Apply online

You’ll need:
- a Government Gateway account
- a Defra account
If you don’t already have them you’ll need to register for these accounts (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-register-for-export-health-certificate-ehc-online), and so will your official vet or inspector (http://apha.defra.gov.uk/official-vets/Guidance/exports/ehc-online.htm).

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/8333EHC)

Registration takes around 5 minutes. Official vets and inspectors will also need to have their registration checked by APHA.

Register and sign in as an official vet or inspector (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/certify-an-export-health-certificate).

Read the accessibility statement for this service (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/accessibility-statement-for-export-health-certificates-online).

Applying online means you can:
- see the status of your applications
- always use the latest version of the EHC
- copy existing applications
- apply for blocks of certificates.
Find out more

Stay up to date with any changes to EHCs by signing up for email alerts (https://www.gov.uk/export-health-certificates/email-signup).

Find out about getting an EHC (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-an-export-health-certificate).

Find out about exporting live animals and animal products (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/exporting-animals-animal-products-fish-and-fishery-products-if-the-uk-leaves-the-eu-with-no-deal).

Help with your application

In England, Scotland and Wales, call APHA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

In Northern Ireland, call DAERA on xx-xxxx-xxxx.

Find out about call charges (https://www.gov.uk/call-charges).
HMP Whitemoor
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 HMP Whitemoor 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 HMP Whitemoor 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
- 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.
Ms S Stranack v MKDJLW1 (in creditors voluntary liquidation): 2404479/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms S Stranack v MKDJLW1 (in creditors voluntary liquidation): 2404479/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67d81148752bf117d6c15e59/Ms_S_Stranack_v_MKDJLW1__in_creditors_voluntary_liquidation__-_2404479_2024.pdf).
Banking Act 2009: special resolution regime code of practice (revised December 2020)
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-15)

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

This code of practice was updated in July 2025. The updated code can be found here (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/banking-act-2009-special-resolution-regime-code-of-practice-revised-july-2025).

This code 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.
3A Brockham Close, London, SW19 7EQ : LON/00BA/F77/2025/0206
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-23)

Residential Property Tribunal Decision of Judge Ian B Holdsworth FRICS
RICS Registered Valuer 079475 on Date 2 September 2025

Read the full decision in 3A Brockham Close, London, SW19 7EQ : LON/00BA/F77/2025/0206 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b99da93f3e5483efdba9ee/Decision_-_3A_Brockham_Close_London_SW19_7EQ_Determination_Template__002_.pdf).

Read the summary reasons in 3A Brockham Close, London, SW19 7EQ : LON/00BA/F77/2025/0206 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68b99dc23f3e5483efdba9ef/Summary_Reasons-_3A_Brockham_Close__London__SW19_7EQ_SR.pdf).
Miss G Deegan v SBK Lettings Ltd: 1306408/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-23)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss G Deegan v SBK Lettings Ltd: xx-xxxx-xxxx - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6790caaa43f931eea1a34db0/Miss_G_Deegan_V_SBK_Lettings_Limited_-_xx-xxxx-xxxx_-_Judgment....pdf).
Newborn blood spot child health records department (CHRD) annual standards return
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-07)

Newborn blood spot child health records department (CHRD) annual standards return 2024 to 2025

The data collection template is for child health record departments (CHRD) to collect and submit newborn blood spot screening data. It is to collect data on the standards for the newborn blood spot screening programme.

Each child health records department must complete a template for annual review.

The newborn blood spot (NBS) screening programme (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/standards-for-nhs-newborn-blood-spot-screening) includes quality standards that indicate progress and shows areas for improvement.

Please download and complete this version of the data collection template. Once complete, return to xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) by 31st July 2025.

Contact xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) with any queries.
Insolvency practitioner bulletin 5 (2024): report directors' loan accounts
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-31)

This bulletin gives an update about the voluntary process for insolvency practitioners to help HMRC manage the tax impact of directors' loan accounts.

This bulletin explains:
- when the dedicated mailbox for you to contact us about corporate insolvency cases and to send copies of final reports will be closed
- how any referrals received before this date in the mailbox will be dealt with
Mr M Ali v Uber London Ltd: 6002471/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr M Ali v Uber London Ltd: 6002471/2025 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/685ab3c9db207fc18744d62a/Mr_M_Ali_v_Uber_London_Ltd_-_6002471_2025_-_Judgment.pdf).
MHRA approves polihexanide to treat acanthamoeba keratitis
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-22)

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of polihexanide under close review.

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved polihexanide (Akantior) to treat acanthamoeba keratitis.

Acanthamoeba keratitis is an infection of the cornea, the clear ‘window’ at the front of the eye, that can be very painful.

This medicine has been approved through the International Recognition Procedure (IRP). The IRP allows the MHRA to take into account the expertise and decision-making of trusted regulatory partners for the benefit of UK patients.

Polihexanide is administered as an eye drop solution, directly into the eye.

The MHRA conducts a targeted assessment of IRP applications and retains the authority to reject applications if the evidence provided is not considered sufficiently robust.

A full list of side effects can be found in the Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) or the Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC), available on the MHRA website within 7 days of approval.

As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of polihexanide under close review.

Anyone who suspects they are having a side effect from this medicine is encouraged to talk to their doctor, pharmacist or nurse and report it directly to the MHRA Yellow Card scheme, either through the website (https://yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk/) or by searching the Google Play or Apple App stores for MHRA Yellow Card.

Notes to editors

The approval was granted on 15 May 2025 to SIFI S.P.A.

This product was submitted and approved via International Recognition Procedure.

More information can be found in the Summary of Product Characteristics and Patient Information leaflets which will be published on the MHRA Products website (https://products.mhra.gov.uk/) within 7 days of approval.

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is responsible for regulating all medicines and medical devices in the UK by ensuring they work and are acceptably safe. All our work is underpinned by robust and fact-based judgements to ensure that the benefits justify any risks.

The MHRA is an executive agency of the Department of Health and Social Care.

For media enquiries, please contact the xxx@xxx.xx, or call on xx-xxxx-xxxx.
Currency codes for Data Element 4/10 of the Customs Declaration Service
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-05)

Find the currency codes to be used with Data Element (DE) 4/10 of the Customs Declaration Service (Appendix 11).

Known error workarounds may apply to this area of the instructions (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/known-error-workarounds-for-the-customs-declaration-service-cds).

These tables provides details of the currency codes which may be used on a customs declaration submitted to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) against their relevant country.

The invoice currency code used does not affect the currency to be used for the statistical value declared in DE 8/6, which must always be declared in Sterling (GBP).

Any currencies declared to Customs Declaration Service (CDS) must be attached to a specific Data Element amount. The currency should therefore be declared with the appropriate data element amount. For example:
- ‘GBP’ followed by the total amount invoiced in Data Element 4/11
- ‘GBP’ followed by either the item price or amount, or both, in Data Element 4/4
- ‘GBP’ followed by additional freight charges in Data Element 4/9
Table 1 and Table 2

The information in both table 1 and table 2 is identical.

Both are lists of currency codes, currency types and country names:
- Table 1 is sorted by currency code
- Table 2 is sorted by country name
Note: Country names may also include further details to inform declarations.

Table 3

List of non-standard country codes, their definitions and appropriate currency codes to be used on declarations.

Table 4

List of Special Fiscal Territories and countries with which the EU has a Customs Union.

Note: For GB declarations only, Jersey (JE) and Guernsey (GG) are Crown Dependencies treated as Special Fiscal Territories of GB.

For NI declarations, Jersey and Guernsey are not allowed. Great Britain details must be used.
Proposals for Heathrow expansion: information for potential promoters
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-29)

Details of assessment criteria, submission details and the deadline for proposals for Heathrow expansion.

This letter to potential promoters of Heathrow expansion follows on from the Chancellor’s invitation for proposals for a third runway to be brought forward by this summer.

The letter outlines essential information that is required in plans brought forward as proposals may be used to inform the Airports National Policy Statement review.

The criteria cover:
- airport scheme design
- expected timelines
- costs and revenues
- ownership, financing and funding
- deliverability
- environmental implications and planned mitigation
Next steps

See Heathrow expansion: next steps for promoters (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/heathrow-expansion-next-steps-for-promoters), the Secretary of State for Transport’s follow up to this letter, 22 October 2025.
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation 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 County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation 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 County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation 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 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.
Poringland and District Men?s Shed
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 Poringland and District Men?s Shed 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 Poringland and District Men?s Shed 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.
Income-related benefits: estimates of take-up: financial year ending 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-30)

Estimates of take-up of income-related benefits for Great Britain for the financial year ending 2024.

This report looks at estimates of take-up for income-related benefits.

There can be no new claims for any of the working-age benefits. This publication will therefore only focus on take-up for pensioners.

The pension age benefits covered are:
- Pension Credit (PC)
- Housing Benefit (HB) (for Pensioners)
Our Statistical practice is regulated by the Office for Statistics Regulation (OSR).