Data Protection Bill [HL]: HL Bill 106 Commons disagreement to and amendments in lieu of a Lords amendment
Link: Publication: HL Bill 106 Commons disagreement to and amendments in lieu of a Lords amendment
Source: Data Protection Bill
Press release: FCO statement on opening of Kerch bridge
Sir Alan Duncan said:
Crimea is part of Ukraine, and its annexation by Russia is a breach of international law.
The opening of this bridge represents yet another violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty, and a further example of Russia’s reckless behaviour. We continue to work with partners to oppose the annexation, including by maintaining a robust package of sanctions.
The UK also remains deeply concerned by the human rights situation in Crimea, where we have seen the systematic persecution of minority groups and of those who voice their opposition to Russia’s illegal annexation of the territory. We call again for Russia to release all Ukrainian political prisoners held in Crimea and in Russia, and to allow unrestrained access for international human rights monitoring bodies to the peninsula.
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Link: Press release: FCO statement on opening of Kerch bridge
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Prime Minister's Questions: 16 May 2018
MPs put questions to the Prime Minister in the House of Commons
Link: Prime Minister's Questions: 16 May 2018
Source: Parliamentary News
Press release: Secretary of State welcomes record unemployment levels
Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, the Rt Hon Karen Bradley MP, said:
This Government is committed to delivering a United Kingdom that works for everyone and so I welcome today’s Labour Market Statistics, which show a continued strength in the Northern Ireland economy.
The unemployment rate is down to its lowest ever level of 3.1% from over 8% in the wake of the recession and, crucially, the employment rate is up to one of the highest rates on record at 69.7%.
More than 15,000 new jobs were created over the last year, meaning more people with the security of a regular pay packet to provide for themselves and their families.
Link: Press release: Secretary of State welcomes record unemployment levels
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Publication: Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O'Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O'Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill
Data Protection Bill [HL]: Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O’Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O’Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill
Link: Publication: Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O'Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill Letter dated 03/05/2018 from Margot James MP to Brendan O'Hara MP regarding amendments to the Data Protection Bill
Source: Data Protection Bill
Committee examines current strength of UK’s relationship with USA
Committee explores how effectively the UK and the USA work together on foreign policy issues
Link: Committee examines current strength of UK’s relationship with USA
Source: Parliamentary News
Demolition company fined after worker struck by concrete panel
A Demolition company has been fined after a worker suffered multiple injuries when he was struck by a concrete spandrel panel.
Link: Demolition company fined after worker struck by concrete panel
Source: Health and Safety
Publication: Consideration of Lords Message
Data Protection Bill [HL]: Consideration of Lords Message
Link: Publication: Consideration of Lords Message
Source: Data Protection Bill
Press release: Attacker jailed following Solicitor General’s referral
A man who attacked a woman in her own home has been sent to prison after the Solicitor General, Robert Buckland QC MP, referred his original sentence for being too low.
Steven Ridings, 55, attacked, forcibly restrained, and threatened to kill the victim with kitchen knives.
Ridings was originally sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment suspended for 2 years at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. He was also required to fulfil rehabilitation and unpaid work requirements, and a restraining order was made.
Today, after the Solicitor General’s reference, the Court of Appeal increased his sentence to 21 months in prison.
Commenting on the sentence increase, the Solicitor General said:
I am pleased that the Court of Appeal has agreed with my referral and sentenced Mr Ridings’ to immediate custody. His victim went through a terrifying ordeal, and I hope that this decision will bring her some comfort.
Link: Press release: Attacker jailed following Solicitor General’s referral
Source: Gov Press Releases
Press release: Highways England attends event to promote motorcycle safety
As part of the Peninsular Road Safety Partnership, Highways England joined forces with Devon and Cornwall Police, Devon and Somerset Fire Service and Devon County Council to promote road safety awareness at the annual BMAD motorcycling festival in Paignton, which was attended by more than 10,000 people over the first May Bank Holiday weekend.
Following the launch of the Motorcycle Safety Campaign last year, Highways England is currently engaged in the Distressed campaign, which aims to promote behavioural change to help reduced the number of young motorcycle riders killed or seriously injured across the country.
The campaign aims to address the behaviours of young scooter, moped and low-powered motorcycle riders, focusing on three key areas:
- not checking at roundabouts and junctions
- not checking when filtering
- not wearing appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE)
Beverley Hannah, Highways England’s regional safety co-ordinator for the South West, attended the popular fundraising event, displaying items of Distressed clothing as well as one of the 10 Ducati motorcycles provided by Highways England for the BikeSafe project.
She said:
Safety is at the heart of everything we do at Highways England and we are conscious that motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable groups of road users – in 2016, 40 motorcyclists were killed or seriously injured in the South West alone.
The event provided an ideal platform for Highways England to promote responsible riding and road safety information in conjunction with our partners, and this was well received by the many people who visited the stands.
In terms of the campaign, the Distressed clothing items each have a price tag swapping monetary value for a range of possible injuries a young rider could suffer in a collision.
The mental and physical cost of not wearing the correct motorcycle clothing can be far greater than the financial cost, and it’s important that our young riders understand that they need to be prepared and always wear the appropriate clothing when riding.
The campaign forms part of Highways England’s Safe Systems strategy focused on safer vehicles, safer roads and safer people in an effort to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured across the network by 40 per cent by 2020.
More information on motorcycle safety can be found on the Think! website.
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Members of the public should contact the Highways England customer contact centre on 0300 123 5000.
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Journalists should contact the Highways England press office on 0844 693 1448 and use the menu to speak to the most appropriate press officer.
Link: Press release: Highways England attends event to promote motorcycle safety
Source: Gov Press Releases