International Development Secretary calls for most vulnerable to be given a say in Burma’s future after shifting the work of UK aid to help disadvantaged and conflict-affected people.
Link: Press release: UK aid protecting women from trafficking in Burma – and helping them into jobs
Source: Gov Press Releases
This Order specifies the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances 1988, the United Nations Convention against Transnational Organised Crime 2000 and the United Nations Convention against Corruption 2003 for the purposes of sections 88(7)(c) and 89(5)(c) of the Police Act 1996 (c. 16).
Link: The International Joint Investigation Teams (International Agreements) (EU Exit) Order 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
These Regulations are made under the power granted to the Secretary of State under section 38(2) of the Employment Relations Act 1999 (c.26).
Link: The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (Transfer of Police Staff to the National Crime Agency) Regulations 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
Alun Cairns meets representatives from the firm at the start of Japanese visit
Link: Press release: Welsh Secretary discusses Wylfa Newydd Future at Hitachi HQ
Source: Gov Press Releases
Farmers, foresters and land managers can now apply for a range of schemes that pay for environmental benefits
Link: Press release: Countryside Stewardship opens for applications in 2019
Source: Gov Press Releases
Read on to find out more about the Government repsonse to the Youth Select Committee Inquiry and the
Link: Youth Select Committee: Government responds to Inquiry into’patchy’ work experience
Source: Parliamentary News
A team of researchers, led by the Environment Agency, may be close to solving one of science’s most enduring mysteries – where does the European Eel spawn and what migration route do they follow to get there?
Link: Press release: Ancient migration mystery could be solved after eels fitted with satellite tags
Source: Environment Agency
David Gauke today (18 February 2019) set out his vision for a “smart” justice system to reduce reoffending, protect the public and ensure serious criminals receive the punishment they deserve.
Link: Press release: Justice Secretary David Gauke sets out long-term for justice
Source: Gov Press Releases
Charles Farr, one of Whitehall’s most influential figures in UK national security, has died following a period of illness.
Link: Press release: Whitehall loses one of its best and brightest – Charles Farr
Source: Gov Press Releases
Travel agent’s Finance Director disqualified for 11 years after he misappropriated £700,000 worth of company funds on failed foreign exchange trades.
Link: Press release: Travel agent boss disqualified after misusing £700,000
Source: Gov Press Releases
