theodi/ndl-core-corpus huggingface dataset:
DANSP25975 - Employment Allowance
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-06)


Section 8(1) (ea) of the Social Security Contributions (Transfer of Functions, etc.) Act 1999 (The Transfer Act)

Section 1 of the National Insurance Contributions Act 2014 allows employers to claim a deduction from their Class 1 secondary National Insurance contributions (NICs). This deduction is known as the Employment Allowance and is intended to reduce the overall NICs liability for eligible employers.

Entitlement decisions

Section 8(1) (ea) of The Transfer Act allows an officer of the Board to make a decision as to:
- whether a person is or was entitled to the Employment Allowance and if so the amount the person was entitled to
- whether a person is or was entitled to a repayment of the Employment Allowance and if so the amount the person was entitled to.
Such decisions may be required where:
- a person considers that they are entitled to the Employment Allowance but HMRC considers that they are not
- HMRC discovers that a person is claiming the Employment Allowance in circumstances in which they should not
This could be for a number of reasons, for example, because:
- one of the exceptions applies in section 2 of the National insurance Contributions Act 2014
- more than one company or charity within a group of connected companies or charities is claiming the Employment Allowance
- more than the permitted amount is being claimed, for example, because a person is claiming the Employment Allowance on more than one of their PAYE scheme references.
Wording of decisions

For the wording of such decisions, see DANSP35410 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/decision-and-appeals-for-national-insurance-contributions-and-statutory-payments/dansp35410).
DESNZ: spending over £500, November 2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-19)

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

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) publishes details of all spending over £500 using an electronic purchasing card solution (ePCS) on a monthly basis. The ePCS replaced the government procurement card (GPC).

This data is also available on data.gov.uk:
- DESNZ spending over £500 (https://data.gov.uk/dataset/b6e1afac-1a7a-4c31-ae99-6550b198963a/desnz-spending-over-500-also-known-as-epcs-electronic-purchasing-card-solution-or-gpc-government-payment-card)
Heat network zone opportunity reports
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-02)

Indicating the heat network investment opportunities at a city scale, the potential location of heat network zones and key opportunities for initial heat network development within those zones.

Update: 2 June 2025

13 new heat network zoning opportunity reports have been published for:
- Bridlington
- Carlisle
- Darlington
- Exeter
- Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)
- Lancaster
- London Borough of Barking and Dagenham (LBBD)
- Leicester
- Northallerton
- Peterborough
- Southampton
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Strood
As these reports include provisional data from pilot activities, the contents – including data shown in maps, technical and economic data within the report – are likely to change.

No part of this report shall be relied upon for any business decisions.

These reports are an indicative selection of the outputs from the heat network zoning pilot (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/heat-networks-zoning-pilot), where the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) worked with 28 English local authority partners, as well as technical and modelling consultants. This pilot saw the development of a methodology for identifying where heat networks are expected to provide the lowest-cost, low-carbon heat to buildings.

The reports are intended to showcase the potential location of heat network zones within each area, indicate the heat network investment opportunity at a town/city scale and the key opportunities for initial heat network development within each zone.

Lessons learned from the pilot are being used to inform the development of Heat Network Zoning Policy. Once the response to the heat network zoning consultation is published, we will be updating the methodology to reflect the final policy position, expand it to cover all of England, undertake detailed quality assurance of the model, and launch a digital product to allow stakeholders to view potential zones on a map.

See further details on heat network zoning (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/heat-networks-zoning-pilot).
Export captive birds to the Philippines: certificate 3674
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-04)

Use these forms and guidance documents to export captive and pet birds like falcons, pigeons, parrots, macaws, cockatoos, budgies, canaries and doves, excluding poultry, to the Philippines.

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 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68400b23e1eee913f2e98e50/3674EHC-guidance.pdf).

Download a specimen certificate Export captive birds to the Philippines: EHC 3674 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bbb3f3a40f0b664d632978c/3674EHC_V1.pdf) and Schedule for additional information: 3674SCH (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bbb3f60ed915d239b0791c2/3674EHC_Schedule_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/3674EHC)

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
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 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68400b23e1eee913f2e98e50/3674EHC-guidance.pdf).

Download and fill in Export captive birds to the Philippines: EHC 3674 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bbb3f3a40f0b664d632978c/3674EHC_V1.pdf) and Schedule for additional information: 3674SCH (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5bbb3f60ed915d239b0791c2/3674EHC_Schedule_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).
Professor David Gann CBE
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-25)

David is a university and business leader, Chair and Non-Executive Director with a reputation for creating and supporting innovation and growth, and mentoring science-based start-ups. He is a leader in the development of fusion energy and was previously Chair of UK Atomic Energy Authority. He is Emeritus Professor, Innovation and Technology Management, at Imperial College London. Until recently, David was Pro-Vice-Chancellor Development & External Affairs at the University of Oxford, and prior to that Vice-President (Innovation) at Imperial College London.  David frequently advises governments and was a member of the UK Government’s Innovation Expert Group and the Ministry of Defence’s Technology and Innovation Board.

David is a university and business leader, Chair and Non-Executive Director with a reputation for creating and supporting innovation and growth, and mentoring science-based start-ups. He is a leader in the development of fusion energy and was previously Chair of UK Atomic Energy Authority. He is Emeritus Professor, Innovation and Technology Management, at Imperial College London.

Until recently, David was Pro-Vice-Chancellor Development & External Affairs at the University of Oxford, and prior to that Vice-President (Innovation) at Imperial College London. David frequently advises governments and was a member of the UK Government’s Innovation Expert Group and the Ministry of Defence’s Technology and Innovation Board.
Mrs B Koniecka v GXO Logistics UK Ltd: 3307824/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-18)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mrs B Koniecka v GXO Logistics UK Ltd: 3307824/2023 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/689dc98331afb0b64efc440e/Mrs_B_Koniecka_v_GXO_Logistics_UK_Limited-3307824-_2023-_Rule_22_Judgment.pdf).
DWP partnerships
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-03)

How to contact DWP partnership teams for England, Scotland and Wales.

Landlords

Read the Universal Credit: Housing Queries Routeway (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/universal-credit-housing-queries-routeway) for guidance on how to resolve landlord queries about Universal Credit.

DWP works on the topics of employment, pensions and ageing society and welfare (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-work-pensions#topics).

We are committed to developing strong and productive partnerships at a local, regional and national level. The local expertise we get from our external relationships helps us move people into and closer to work or claim any eligible benefits.

By working together we meet shared objectives and avoid duplication. We keep our partners up to date on welfare and policy changes, ensuring that everyone can access the support they need.

Contact the partnership team for your area to find out how we can work together.

DWP occasionally publishes details of local partnership opportunities with Jobcentre Plus (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/local-partnership-opportunities-with-jobcentre-plus). These provide work-focused activities to help people prepare for and move into employment.

Providing work-focused activities

DWP uses a Dynamic Purchasing System to buy work-focused activities to help people move into work. Get more information and find out how to bid for the opportunity to supply these activities on Contracts Finder (https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f5cbbc4-3a1b-461c-b682-a25799c05912).
AAIB investigation to Schleicher AS-K 13, G-DEVJ
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-14)

Hard landing, Lasham Airfield, Hampshire, 7 April 2025

The glider was being flown on an instructor revalidation flight and various manoeuvres had been completed before approaching to land. As the aircraft was about to land the pilot in command (PIC), acting as a student, performed a ballooned landing. The instructor immediately took control. The glider then landed tailwheel first and de-rotated rapidly before coming to a stop. The instructor suffered a spinal injury during the landing and the PIC was uninjured. There was no damage to the glider.

Download the report:

Schleicher AS-K 13, G-DEVJ 08-25 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68908bee23e00ee4ad463e7f/Schleicher_AS-K_13_G-DEVJ_08-25.pdf)

Download glossary of abbreviations:

Glossary of abbreviations (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/688b6617a509761441437f31/Abbreviations.pdf)
Ms R Fyfe v Greater Glasgow Health Board: 4106925/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms R Fyfe v Greater Glasgow Health Board: 4106925/2023 - Dismissal (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6900d71fab5cc9c8937994d7/Ms_R_Fyfe_v_Greater_Glasgow_Health_Board_-_4106925-2023_-_OJ_Judgment.pdf).
Miss C Smith v Choice Care Group:  2302910/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-12)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss C Smith v Choice Care Group: 2302910/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6842b01a4d039a010411f017/Miss_C_Smith_v_Choice_Care_Group_2302910-2024_Judgment_14-05-25.pdf).
Approved oil spill treatment products
Source: gov.uk (2025-07-31)

List of UK approved oil spill treatment products including the name, nature and type, and what they are approved for

This is quick reference list. Product manufacturer details are available in the Marine Pollution Contingency Plan (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/marine-pollution-contingency-plan).

Further information

How to clean an oil spill at sea (https://www.gov.uk/clean-an-oil-spill-at-sea-and-get-oil-spill-treatments-approved)

How to use oil spill treatment products and equipment (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-use-oil-spill-treatment-products-and-equipment)

Report and respond to a marine pollution incident (https://www.gov.uk/how-we-respond-to-marine-pollution-incidents)

Marine Pollution Contingency Plan (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/marine-pollution-contingency-plan)

Get an oil spill treatment product approved (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/get-an-oil-spill-treatment-product-approved-tests)

Contact information

Marine Conservation Team

Telephone: xx-xxxx-xxxx

xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx)
Previous releases of Quarterly and Annual Volume Statistics
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-21)

Previous releases of Planning Inspectorate Quarterly and Annual Volume Statistical tables

This page provides tables that accompanied previous statistical releases, in Microsoft Excel format. Please note that these are not current and do not give the latest picture. They are provided for full transparency, including enabling users to see what, if anything, has changed in the tables. The latest version is available here. (https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/planning-inspectorate-statistics)

The data tables and charts provide quarterly and annual volume information (such as number of decisions, and what the decisions were) for a range of casework.

The casework covers: Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects; Development Plans; Community Infrastructure Levy; Called in Planning Applications; Planning Appeals; Householder Appeals; Commercial Appeals; Listed Building Appeals and Listed Building Enforcement notices; Enforcement Notice Appeals; and specialist casework.

Additional tables give decision information by Local Planning authority and by Decision Maker.
Miss Rashid v Sultan Equity Fund (Sultan Asset Management BVI): 3301527/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-25)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Miss Rashid v Sultan Equity Fund (Sultan Asset Management BVI): 3301527/2024 - Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6924618df2b88d41c7ba7ebb/Miss_Rashid_v_Sultan_Equity_Fund__Sultan_Asset_Management_BVI___3301527.2024_Judgment_.pdf).
D Thomas v Bexley Accessible Transport Scheme: 6011084/2025
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-17)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in D Thomas v Bexley Accessible Transport Scheme: 6011084/2025 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68515b47383f35c998823f66/Mr_D_Thomas_v_Bexley_Accessible_Transport_Scheme_Judgment_2__6011084-2025.pdf).
Statement from the Charity Commission for England and Wales in response to the attack at Heaton Park Synagogue.
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-02)

Charity Commission Chief Executive, David Holdsworth, has issued a statement.

Charity Commission Chief Executive, David Holdsworth, said:

Our thoughts are with those directly affected, and the wider Jewish community, after this abhorrent attack on a holy day. This attack is all the more abhorrent as it targeted people of faith and those serving in a charity simply for attending their place of worship. Violence and hatred have no place in our communities and society. Violence can never be justified and can never be excused.

Charities are at the heart of communities across the country improving millions of lives daily. We as the regulator will robustly defend their right to do so and stand ready to support charities as they do what they do best - bring communities together, protect society’s most vulnerable and work to make our country and world a better place.

The Commission has previously published guidance for charities affected by violence: Charity Commission statement in response to riots and public disorder - GOV.UK (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/charity-commission-statement-in-response-to-riots-and-public-disorder)
MGN 657 (M+F) Amendment 1 requirements for fixed aerosol fire extinguishing systems for use in small vessel machinery spaces
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-28)

Maritime and Coastguard Agency installation and testing requirements for new Fixed Aerosol Fire Extinguishing Systems & UK Approved Bodies permitted to approve such testing

Further context, include target audience information from beginning notice:

Notice to all Shipowners, Ship Operators, Masters and Officers of Ships, Ship Designers, and Shipbuilders of Fishing Vessels Under 24m, Small Commercial Codes Vessels, Domestic Passenger Vessels of class III to VI(A), Surveyors, and Providers of Aerosol Fire Suppression Systems.
Getting started with climate scenario analysis
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)

This crib sheet provides guidance for organisations on using climate scenario analysis to assess climate-related risks and understand their financial impacts.

This climate scenario analysis crib sheet provides practical guidance for public sector organisations on implementing climate scenario analysis aligned with TCFD recommendations. It aims to help organisations assess climate risks, understand financial impacts, and support strategic decision-making.

Key steps include:
- Step 1: Survey existing climate work - build on prior assessments to save time and resources.
- Step 2: Establish present-day risk - understand current climate risks as a baseline for future scenarios.
- Step 3: Understand data requirements - identify hazard, exposure, and vulnerability data.
- Step 4: Prioritise and set the scope - focus on the most decision-useful risks, timeframes, and areas.
- Step 5: Assess climate risks - define scenarios, evaluate vulnerabilities, and assess financial impacts.
- Step 6: Evaluate and disclose - align findings with governance and report insights for planning.
- Step 7: Iterate - continuously refine the process with updated data and methods.
This iterative approach ensures organisations enhance resilience by developing a better understanding of how their climate-related risks could materialise and enables them to adapt to emerging climate challenges.
Newport Pagnell Town Council
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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

The Armed Forces Covenant

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

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

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

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

Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant

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

2.1 Newport Pagnell Town Council recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
We also pledge the following:

National Events: attending Remembrance activities;

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.
Theresa O'Mahony
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-22)

Theresa O’Mahony has been British Deputy High Commissioner to Sri Lanka since July 2025. Prior to taking up her current position, she was Deputy Envoy for the Just Energy Transition Partnerships, based in London. Theresa joined the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in 2002 and has extensive experience in Middle East policy, including a posting to Amman, Jordan. She spent a number of years working in Southeast Asia including two postings to Indonesia. She holds a BA in Ancient History and Archaeology and an MA in Classical Studies. Theresa has a strong interest in climate, environment, and nature and is currently completing an MSc in Climate Change and Development. Theresa enjoys playing and watching sports and is looking forward to experiencing Sri Lanka’s renowned cricket culture.

Theresa O’Mahony has been British Deputy High Commissioner to Sri Lanka since July 2025. Prior to taking up her current position, she was Deputy Envoy for the Just Energy Transition Partnerships, based in London.

Theresa joined the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in 2002 and has extensive experience in Middle East policy, including a posting to Amman, Jordan. She spent a number of years working in Southeast Asia including two postings to Indonesia.

She holds a BA in Ancient History and Archaeology and an MA in Classical Studies. Theresa has a strong interest in climate, environment, and nature and is currently completing an MSc in Climate Change and Development.

Theresa enjoys playing and watching sports and is looking forward to experiencing Sri Lanka’s renowned cricket culture.
Draeger Safety UK 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 Draeger Safety UK 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 Draeger Safety UK Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
- Discounts
- Armed Forces Charities
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.
Product Recall: Specialist Door Solutions Hospital Fire Doors (2501-0043)
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-12)

Product Recall for Specialist Door Solutions Hospital Fire Doors.

Summary

Product: Specialist Door Solutions Hospital Fire Doors

Hazard: The manufacturer has identified that specific configurations of Vision Panels and / or Concealed Closers in certain door leaves may not be fully in accordance with the certified design or installation standards. This could mean that the inclusion of a vision panel or concealed closer results in a slight reduction in the fire door’s ability to contain fire and smoke, potentially compromising safety in the event of a fire.

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

Product information

Hazard

The manufacturer has identified that specific configurations of Vision Panels and / or Concealed Closers in certain door leaves may not be fully in accordance with the certified design or installation standards. This could mean that the inclusion of a vision panel or concealed closer results in a slight reduction in the fire door’s ability to contain fire and smoke, potentially compromising safety in the event of a fire. The issue may reduce the time for which the doors are certified for resisting fire.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Corrective action

The manufacturer has issued a recall for certain fire doors installed in hospitals due to concerns about the installation of specific vision panel configurations and certification queries affecting certain concealed closers. The remainder of the door set is unaffected.

Affected projects have been notified of the issue directly, including information on interim safety measures that should be undertaken while doorsets are modified or replaced.

Specialist Door Solutions’ recall team can be contacted on xx-xxxx-xxxx or xxx@xxx.xx for project managers with questions or requiring urgent assistance.

Additional information

PSD notification: 2501-0043

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
MTT55120 - Administration: Compliance: Compliance checks: Notice and scope
Source: gov.uk (2025-08-05)


Where a self-assessment return has been submitted for an accounting period, HMRC may enquire into the return by providing a written notice within the time window.

A compliance check may cover anything in the return.

See MTT53000 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt53000) for further guidance on the self-assessment return.

This is set out in paragraphs 16-17, schedule 14 to Finance (No.2) Act 2023.

Notice and scope of a compliance check

HMRC must give the filing member written notice of the intention to enquire into a return by issuing a notice of enquiry (a ‘compliance check notice’). The notice must be given within a statutory time limit, often called the ‘compliance check window’ (see MTT (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt55130)55130 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/multinational-top-up-tax-and-domestic-top-up-tax/mtt55130)).

The compliance check notice will be issued to the filing member in the form of a letter. This process is not automated. Care should be given to the wording to ensure it is in line with standard HMRC guidance.

Where a compliance check notice has been issued for a return, further notices should not be issued for the same return, except where they are being issued in relation to an amendment.

Scope of a compliance check

A compliance check into a return can extend to anything in the return, or anything required to be contained in the return. This includes anything related to the amount of MTT chargeable and whether MTT was chargeable in the period.

The compliance check notice will usually specify the matters being enquired into, but this is not obligatory. Where the matters are specified in the compliance check notice, this does not prevent HMRC from including other matters in the compliance check.

If the compliance check is due to an amendment to the MTT return, the scope of the compliance check is limited to matters relating to or affected by that amendment. This is unless the compliance check window for the original return is still open, or an enquiry into a return has been completed.

HMRC cannot open a compliance check into a return if a compliance check has previously been opened into that return, except if an amendment to the return is made, in which case a compliance check can be opened in relation to the amendment. A discovery assessment for the period may still be made.
Ms Punshon v The Royal Latin School: 3303311/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-04-11)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms Punshon v The Royal Latin School: 3303311/2023 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/671659f4d100972c0f4c9af7/Ms_C_Punshon_v_The_Royal_Latin_School_3303311.2023_PPH_Anonymised_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms Punshon v The Royal Latin School: 3303311/2023 - Certificate of Correction (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67f8d3c649d2ffceecef3054/Chandrika_Punshon_v_The_Royal_Latin_School_3303311.2023_certificate_of_correction_dated_28.2.2025.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms Punshon v The Royal Latin School: 3303311/2023 - Certificate of Correction (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67f8d401c6046b50261bc829/Chandrika_Punshon_v_The_Royal_Latin_School_3303311.2023_certificate_of_correction_dated_8.4.2025.pdf).

Read the full decision in Ms Punshon v The Royal Latin School: 3303311/2023 - Corrected Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67f8d47d45705eb1a1513f12/Chandrika_Punshon_v_The_Royal_Latin_School_3303311.2023_corrected_Judgment.pdf).
Product Safety Report: Pure Skin Moisturising and Anishing Body Lotion (2501-0012b)
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-14)

Product Safety Report for Pure Skin Body Lotion presenting a serious chemical risk.

Summary

Product: Pure Skin Moisturising and Anishing Body Lotion

Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as it contains hydroquinone and clobetasol propionate.

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

Product information

Hazard

The product presents a serious chemical risk, as it was found to contain 3.0% w/w hydroquinone and 153mg/kg (0.015%) clobetasol propionate.

Hydroquinone is a skin sensitiser and may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Clobetasol propionate is a Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid) and exposure to it may cause skin irritation.

The product does not meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 or the Cosmetic Products Enforcement Regulations 2013.

Corrective action

The import has been rejected at the border and destroyed.

Additional information

PSD case number: 2501-0012b

Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Mr N Foster v Secretary of State for Justice: 3303970/2022
Source: gov.uk (2025-03-06)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr N Foster v Secretary of State for Justice: 3303970/2022 - Reserved Judgment (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67c59b0572e83aab48866d10/Mr_Nikos_Foster__-_v_-_The_Secretary_of_State_for_Justice_-_3303970-2022_-_Reserved_Judgment.pdf).
Sonoco / Eviosys merger inquiry
Source: gov.uk (2025-01-14)

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has investigated the completed acquisition by Sonoco Products Company of the Eviosys group, from entities managed by KPS Capital Partners LP and Crown Holdings, Inc.

Statutory timetable

Phase 1

CMA clearance decision

12 December 2024: The CMA has cleared the completed acquisition by Sonoco Products Company of the Eviosys group, from entities managed by KPS Capital Partners LP and Crown Holdings, Inc.
- Full text decision (PDF, 298KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/678527593ef063b15dca0f06/__Full_text_decision__.pdf) (14.1.25)
Launch of merger inquiry

24 October 2024: The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the parties.
- Commencement notice (PDF, 90KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6718c34a194d62fb685405e9/Sonoco_Eviosys_-_Commencement_notice.pdf) (24.10.24)
Invitation to comment: closed 7 November 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that situation may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
- Invitation to comment (PDF, 120KB) (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6718c36ea71f39bdb1c9c1e5/Sonoco_Eviosys_-_Invitation_to_comment.pdf) (24.10.24)
To assist it with this assessment, the CMA invites comments on the transaction from any interested party. Written representations about any competition issues should be provided by the deadline set out above.

Contact

Please send written representations about any competition or public interest to: xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx).

Your name and contact details are your personal data. In collecting, receiving, storing, accessing and using your personal data, the CMA, as controller, is processing your personal data. The CMA processes personal data in accordance with data protection law. The CMA is processing your personal data so that it can contact you again, should it need further help or information from you, in order to carry out its merger work under Part 3 of the Enterprise Act 2002. For more information about how the CMA processes personal data and your rights relating to that data, please see our Privacy Notice (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/competition-and-markets-authority/about/personal-information-charter).
CRYPTO10410 - Introduction to cryptoassets: Cryptoasset Reporting Framework
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)


From 01 January 2026, cryptoasset exchanges and other cryptoasset service providers are required to collect and record certain customer details. You can find detailed guidance on the CARF at IEIM800001 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-exchange-of-information/ieim800001). These details include the customer’s:
- full name
- address
- country of tax residence (or countries if applicable)
- tax identification number
The required details vary based on whether the customer of the cryptoasset service provider is an individual or an entity. If a customer of a cryptoasset service provider is an entity (for example, a corporation), the cryptoasset service provider may also require details relating to the controlling persons of that entity.

Detailed guidance on what information a customer of a cryptoasset service provider is required to provide can be found in the International Exchange of Information Manual from IEIM8000400 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-exchange-of-information/ieim8000400). A customer of a cryptoasset service provider is required to provide the relevant information when requested by a cryptoasset service provider. Failure to provide the required information to the cryptoasset service provider may result in a penalty.The cryptoasset service provider may also refuse to provide further services to the customer (IEIM8000600 (https://www.gov.uk/hmrc-internal-manuals/international-exchange-of-information/ieim8000600)).
Statutory declaration of acknowledgement of parentage form
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-01)

Complete this form where the child’s parents have not been in a marriage or civil partnership and only one parent can go to the register office.

Complete this form where the child’s parents have not been in a marriage or civil partnership and only one parent can attend a register office for the child’s birth registration or re-registration.

This declaration must be made before a justice of the peace, magistrate, commissioner for oaths, practising solicitor, notary public, licensed conveyancer, authorised advocate or authorised litigator, by one parent only.

This form is for print only.
Ms J Griffiths v Huffmans Ltd: 8002164/2024
Source: gov.uk (2025-06-03)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Ms J Griffiths v Huffmans Ltd: 8002164/2024 - Rule 22 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68381adce11dd1e85b0cbb3b/Ms_J_Griffiths_v_Huffmans_Ltd_-_8002164.2024_-_Judgment.pdf).
The Clinton Church of England Primary School
(Okehampton): warning notice
Source: gov.uk (2025-10-08)

Warning notice to the Alumnis Multi Academy Trust in relation to Clinton Church of England Primary School.

Notice relating to: The Clinton Church of England Primary School (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/Establishments/Establishment/Details/145844)

URN: 145844

Notice issued to: Alumnis Multi Academy Trust

Reason for issue: Special measures Ofsted judgement (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/21/145844)

DfE regional director: Lucy Livings

DfE regional director office: South West

Local authority: Devon County Council
Export small zoo mammals and exotic pets to the Philippines: certificate 7142
Source: gov.uk (2025-05-07)

Apply online to export small zoo mammals and exotic pets to the Philippines.

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 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682f25afa599d03a16bff43c/7142NFG.pdf).

Download a specimen certificate Export small zoo mammals and exotic pets to the Philippines: EHC 7142 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681b34c93f1c73824ee3e4d9/7142EHC_V1.pdf) and Schedule for additional information: 7142SCH (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681b34f8e26cd2f713d86fdb/7142EHC_Schedule_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).

You must submit a Postcode Schedule (Live Animals) V3 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/634fad348fa8f5346a0a3174/Postcode_Schedule__Live_Animals__V3.xlsx) with your application.

Start now (https://exporter.apply-export-health-certificate.service.gov.uk/forms/7142EHC)

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
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 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/682f25afa599d03a16bff43c/7142NFG.pdf).

Download and fill in Export small zoo mammals and exotic pets to the Philippines: EHC 7142 (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/681b34c93f1c73824ee3e4d9/7142EHC_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).
Mr K Bresnan v Chew Valley Dairy Ltd: 6002345/2023
Source: gov.uk (2025-02-24)

Employment Tribunal decision.

Read the full decision in Mr K Bresnan v Chew Valley Dairy Ltd: 6002345/2023 - Strike Out (https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/67af4ec46e6c8d18118ace18/Mr_K_Bresnan_-vs-_Chew_Valley_Dairy_Ltd_-_6002345.2023_-_Judgement.pdf).
DPTAC Main Committee meeting minutes
Source: gov.uk (2025-12-03)

Minutes from the Disabled Persons Transport Advisory (DPTAC) Main Committee meetings.

The Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee (DPTAC) advises government on the needs of disabled people.

DPTAC meets at least 4 times per year.

Contact xxx@xxx.xx (mailto:xxx@xxx.xx) for copies of older minutes.

See the DPTAC terms of reference (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disabled-persons-transport-advisory-committee/about/terms-of-reference).
Borough Council of Wellingborough
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 Borough Council of Wellingborough 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 Borough Council of Wellingborough 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
- UK Wounded, Injured And Sick
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.