The Government of Wales Act 2006 (Variation of Borrowing Power) Order 2018

This Order amends section 121(1A) of the Government of Wales Act 2006 (c.32). Section 121(1A) provides that the Welsh Ministers may, with the approval of the Treasury, borrow by way of loan sums required by them for the purpose of meeting capital expenditure. The Order provides that, in addition to being able to borrow by loan, the Welsh Ministers can also issue bonds (other than bonds transferable by delivery).

Link: The Government of Wales Act 2006 (Variation of Borrowing Power) Order 2018
Source: Legislation .gov.uk

The Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (Transitional and Saving Provisions) (University Title) Regulations 2018

Part 1 of the Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (c. 29) (“the 2017 Act”) establishes the Office for Students (“the OfS”) and a system of registration for English higher education providers.

Link: The Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (Transitional and Saving Provisions) (University Title) Regulations 2018
Source: Legislation .gov.uk

Press release: Public urged not to take dangerous risks as Storm Diana hits Britain

As Storm Diana hits Britain, the Environment Agency and National Fire Chiefs Council are urging the public to avoid life-endangering risks such as driving through flood water, taking ‘storm selfies’ and wave watching, which put themselves and rescue services in extreme danger.

Link: Press release: Public urged not to take dangerous risks as Storm Diana hits Britain
Source: Environment Agency