Members of a gang which recruited illegal migrants to work as cleaners across a string of Sainsbury's supermarkets have been sentenced. Members of a criminal gang which recruited illegal migrants to work as cleaners across a string of Sainsbury's supermarkets in Oxfordshire and the south-west have been sentenced.
Foreign Secretary announces 25 new sanctions targeting Putin's access to foreign military equipment. Foreign Secretary announces 25 new sanctions targeting Putin's access to foreign military equipment this includes individuals and businesses in Turkey, Dubai, Slovakia and Switzerland who are supporting the illegal war in Ukraine the UK is also tackling Iranian and Belarusian support for Russia's war machine The Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has (8 August 2023) announced 22 new sanctions on individuals and businesses outside Russia supporting Putin's illegal invasion of Ukraine, as well as 3 Russian companies importing electronics vital to Russia's military equipment used on the battlefield.
Fort William Bike Park opened to the public on the eve (Wednesday 2 August 2023) of the UCI Cycling World Championships starting at Nevis Range, Fort William. Lochaber Area Committee Chair, Cllr Kate Willis said: "The opening JAM was a major success and a great community celebration with real enthusiasm for the future of the Bike Track.
Deputy First Minister Shona Robison attended the Gran Fondo amateur time trial as the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships continue across Scotland. The Scottish Government hopes the world's biggest ever cycling competition will motivate people to cycle for sport, recreation and active travel.
Overview of the ‘UK spending on credit and debit cards' experimental data series These data series are experimental faster indicators for monitoring UK spending on credit and debit cards. They track the daily CHAPS payments made by credit and debit card payment processors (often known as ‘merchant acquirers') to around 100 major UK retail corporates.
More than 144,000 pupils across Scotland will be able to access a range of advice in the coming days, including a dedicated helpline, to assist them with their exam results. The Skills Development Scotland (SDS) Results Helpline is staffed by more than 30 expert careers advisors and opens tomorrow (Tuesday 8th August) for four days.
What's the difference between a startup and a business, and is one better than the other? - Aditya, age 16, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. All startups are businesses, but not every business is a startup.
An article from Britain Remade The consequences of Britain's energy insecurity are impossible to miss. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has led to surging energy bills, massive public spending, and the sharpest fall in living standards since records began.
A government clampdown on crooked lawyers who coach illegal migrants to lie will see a dedicated taskforce work with industry bodies and law enforcement to build stronger evidence bases to support prosecutions. The vast majority of lawyers act with professionalism and integrity but, as recent media reports have demonstrated, a small minority have been helping illegal migrants stay in the UK by encouraging them to make false claims.
The installation of the Highland wide 20 mph programme delivery continues a pace with over 75% of the work complete on the ground and the remainder of the settlement installation work ongoing The Temporary Road Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) for the new 20mph speed limits on Council roads went live on Monday (31 July 2023). ANSCO Signs Ltd, a local company, based at Tomich Industrial Estate in Muir of Ord, who were awarded the contract for sign manufacturing, continues to be kept busy producing the new speed limit signs.
If you were told to do more exercise to lower your blood pressure, you might think you'd need break out you running gear or hit the weights. But one of us (Jamie) recently published research that found exercises that you hold in a static position, such as planks and wall sits, are actually the best way to reduce blood pressure.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has today unveiled its world-leading Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre (VDEC), which is building on its pandemic legacy and helping develop life-saving new vaccines for the UK and worldwide. The centre is situated at the UKHSA's Porton Down site, where it is co-located with other services delivered separately by partners including the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.
Watch this video to find out more about registering for VAT, including whether you need to register, Vat registration thresholds and how to register..
Watch this video to find out how penalties have changed for late VAT payments and submissions, and the new repayment interest for those customers claiming a repayment..
Landlords will have fines hiked from £80 per lodger and £1,000 per occupier for a first breach to up to £5,000 per lodger and £10,000 per occupier. Landlords found to be hosting a lodger without lawful immigration status for the first time could be forced to pay £5,000 - a huge increase from the existing maximum fine of £80.
British Airways workers secure major pay increase. British Airways agrees pay deal with Unite for 24000 staff, reverses ‘fire and rehire' pay cuts.
Kim Kinnaird, Director, Halifax Mortgages, said, "Average UK house prices edged down slightly in July, with the monthly fall of -0.3% equivalent to a drop of around £1,000 in cash terms. While this was the fourth consecutive monthly decrease, all have been smaller than -0.5%.
If you want to read an economics blog that is more than often correct then try Notayesmanseconomics's Blog. Today 7 August 2023 some reflections about house prices may give you some pause.
Fines are to be more than tripled for employers and landlords who allow illegal migrants to work for them or rent their properties, in the biggest shake up of civil penalties since 2014, the Home Secretary announced today (Monday 7 August 2023). The civil penalty for employers, which was last increased in 2014, will be raised to up to £45,000 per illegal worker for a first breach from £15,000, and up to £60,000 for repeat breaches from £20,000.
Partnership with social media companies to clamp down on people smugglers' operations online. Illegal crossings remain down on last year and returns are at their highest level since 2019.
