Defra to consult on proposed measures to ban industrial sandeel fishing within UK waters. Kittiwakes, puffins and razorbills are some of England's most treasured seabirds that could benefit from proposed measures to ban sandeel fishing, Defra has announced today (Tuesday 7 March).
How might recent economic developments affect the outlook for the public finances, and what does this mean for the Chancellor's options at the Budget? Last year's fiscal furore culminated in the November 2022 Autumn Statement. There, Jeremy Hunt confirmed the reversal of the majority of Kwasi Kwarteng's ‘mini-Budget', loosened the government's fiscal rules, and pencilled in a raft of tax rises and spending cuts for after the next general election.
Closed-loop transactions are more secure than open-loop transactions. Closed-loop transactions are growing due to the increased adoption of digital wallets.
Maps of the Council's gritting routes by priority and policy are available online at www.highland.gov.uk/gritting (external link) The information provided is a summary of reports from operational staff and is intended to give a general indication of typical conditions in each area at a point in time. It is not intended to imply that any individual route is entirely snow and ice free and drivers must be aware that conditions can change rapidly and make their own assessment of conditions for travelling.
Kim Kinnaird, Director, Halifax Mortgages, said, "The average house price in February was £285,476, 2.1% up on this time last year, and has been stable over the last three months. "When comparing to January, there was a 1.1% increase in house prices through the month of February, although overall prices are flat compared to three months ago.
Defra to consult on registration rules for bird keepers in Great Britain. Views sought on new registration rules for all bird keepers in Great Britain.
The UK Space Agency is investing in projects that could revolutionise our ability to journey deeper into space - and even travel to Mars. The UK Space Agency is investing in projects that could revolutionise our ability to journey deeper into space - and even travel to Mars - safely and efficiently, using remote technologies and supplies found in space to sustain astronauts and spacecraft.
Thousands of taxpayers have been given more time to fill gaps in their National Insurance record and help increase the amount they receive in State Pension. The government has extended the voluntary National Insurance deadline to 31 July 2023 to give taxpayers more time to fill gaps in their National Insurance record and help increase the amount they receive in State Pension.
JCVI advises vaccine top-up for over-75s, immunosuppressed and residents in care homes for older adults. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has confirmed its advice for a 2023 spring coronavirus (COVID-19) booster programme.
The UK Government has been urged to immediately secure the UK's participation in a vital research and funding programme with European nations to avoid further damage to the sector in Scotland. Higher and Further Education Minister Jamie Hepburn has today written to the Secretary of State for the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology Michelle Donelan MP calling for the UK to formalise access to Horizon Europe.
Takeaway owner from Oldham and company director from Kings Langley in Hertfordshire falsely claimed Bounce Back Loans totalling around £69,000 before dissolving their companies. Rukia Begum, 46, from Oldham, and Simon Grant Gorgin, 63, from Kings Langley, have been disqualified for a total of 22 years after each separately claimed tens of thousands of pounds in covid support loans to which their companies were not entitled.
THINK! campaign urges drivers to think about the dangers of driving too fast for road conditions. new road safety campaign launched to raise awareness of risks when speeding or driving too fast for road conditions, especially on rural roads.
A new fund has been set up to support people from rural communities to access UHI courses. The Witherby Publishing Group Charitable Trust has donated £105,000 to provide scholarships and bursaries to talented individuals across the Highlands and Islands over the next three years.
The joint missions are the first of their kind, with the aim of full NATO integrated air policing missions in future. Royal Air Force and German Air Force Typhoon jets will be flying joint air policing missions in Estonia for the first time, as the UK prepares to lead NATO's mission in Estonia.
The government has announced an extension to the support provided to UK Horizon Europe applicants until the end of June 2023. Government extends Horizon Europe Guarantee scheme to end of June, protecting funding for UK researchers, businesses and innovators.
The information provided is a summary of reports from operational staff and is intended to give a general indication of typical conditions in each area at a point in time. It is not intended to imply that any individual route is entirely snow and ice free and drivers must be aware that conditions can change rapidly and make their own assessment of conditions for travelling.
UK and US worked together to detect and intercept smuggling vessel. Royal Navy ship HMS Lancaster seized weapons from a vessel travelling south from Iran whilst on a routine maritime security patrol on 23 February 2023.
The Prime Minister and Technology Secretary today launched the government's plan to cement the UK's place as a science and technology superpower by 2030. Bold plan to grow the UK economy, create high-paid jobs of the future, protect our security, and radically improve people's lives through science, innovation and technology outlined the plan will bring every part of government together to meet one single goal: to cement the UK’s place as a global science and technology superpower by 2030.
A Royal Air Force Chinook from RAF Odiham has been conducting live firing training at a range in Lincolnshire. A Royal Air Force Chinook from RAF Odiham has been conducting live firing training at a range in Lincolnshire.
The Office for Veterans Affair has announced its intention to publish a Women Veterans' Strategy. Women Veterans' Strategy to be developed by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA).
