The Constitution Committee publishes report on the Civil Partnerships, Marriages and Deaths (Registration Etc.) Bill
Link: Committee raises concerns over delegated powers in Civil Partnerships Bill
Source: Parliamentary News
Press release: Amber Rudd: Harlow Jobcentre Plus is backing the jobseeker
Work and Pensions Secretary Amber Rudd will visit Harlow Jobcentre Plus in Essex today to see how Universal Credit is working for people across the UK.
Link: Press release: Amber Rudd: Harlow Jobcentre Plus is backing the jobseeker
Source: Gov Press Releases
The Burma (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
These Regulations are made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (c.13) to establish a sanctions regime in relation to Burma for the purpose of encouraging the Government of Burma to comply with international human rights law and to respect human rights. Following the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, these Regulations replace the EU sanctions regime in relation to persons responsible for committing serious human rights violations in Burma, implemented via an EU Council Decision and Regulation.
Link: The Burma (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
The Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
These Regulations are made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (c.13) to establish a sanctions regime in relation to Venezuela for the purposes of encouraging the Government of Venezuela to: respect democratic principles and institutions, the separation of powers and the rule of law; refrain from the repression of civil society; participate in good faith in negotiations with its political opponents; comply with international human rights law and respect human rights. Following the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, these Regulations replace the EU sanctions regime in relation to Venezuela currently in force under an EU Council Decision and Regulation.
Link: The Venezuela (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
The Iran (Sanctions) (Human Rights) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
These Regulations are made under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 (c.13) to establish a sanctions regime in relation to Iran for the purpose of encouraging the Government of Iran to comply with international human rights law and to respect human rights. Following the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union, these Regulations replace the EU sanctions regime in relation to persons responsible for committing serious human rights violations in Iran, implemented via an EU Council Decision and Regulation.
Link: The Iran (Sanctions) (Human Rights) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
The Marketing of Seeds and Plant Propagating Material (Amendment) (England and Wales) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
These Regulations are made in part in exercise of the powers conferred by the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (c. 16) in order to address failures of retained EU law to operate effectively and other deficiencies (in particular section 8(2) (c), (d) and (g)) arising from the withdrawal of the UK from the European Union.
Link: The Marketing of Seeds and Plant Propagating Material (Amendment) (England and Wales) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
Press release: Damian Hinds announces drive to create more good school places
The application criteria for a new wave of free schools has been announced today, targeting areas with a need for good school places
Link: Press release: Damian Hinds announces drive to create more good school places
Source: Gov Press Releases
Press release: UK Government announces £100 million for Ayrshire Growth Deal
This investment will drive growth across the region, boosting jobs and opportunity across Ayrshire
Link: Press release: UK Government announces £100 million for Ayrshire Growth Deal
Source: Gov Press Releases
Press release: Couple banned after duping businesses to sponsor ‘educational’ materials
Husband and wife team received directorship disqualifications totalling 20 years after they duped small businesses to sponsor unnecessary educational material.
Link: Press release: Couple banned after duping businesses to sponsor ‘educational’ materials
Source: Gov Press Releases
Press release: New north Wales partners join UK Government’s ‘Northern Powerhouse’
Pioneering businesses and education providers now part of UK Government initiative to boost jobs, improve infrastructure and promote world-class learning.
Link: Press release: New north Wales partners join UK Government’s ‘Northern Powerhouse’
Source: Gov Press Releases