Gang violence is a matter of national concern – but the tools to tackle it must be fair, fit for purpose and above all, trusted by those communities at most risk.
Link: Information Commissioner’s investigation into the Metropolitan Police Service
Source: ICO .org.uk
We’re asking river-users to report any new outbreaks of the invasive plant
Link: Press release: Keep an eye out for floating pennywort this winter
Source: Environment Agency
The enhanced Export Opportunities service for UK companies will be showcased on GREAT.gov.uk by International Trade Secretary Liam Fox.
Link: Press release: 20,000 business opportunities for UK exporters showcased online
Source: Gov Press Releases
Women and Equalities Committee launch inquiry into the mental health of men and boys
Link: Mental health of men and boys: inquiry launched
Source: Parliamentary News
Early and late sittings will be piloted in civil and family courts, giving people greater access to hearings that can fit around their busy lives.
Link: Press release: Courts to pilot more flexible hours for the benefit of the public
Source: Gov Press Releases
An investigation by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) found that the Metropolitan Police Service’s (MPS) use of the Gangs Matrix led to multiple and serious breaches of data protection laws.
The investigation into the Gangs Matrix, a database that records intelligence related to…
Link: ICO finds Metropolitan Police Service’s Gangs Matrix breached data protection laws
Source: ICO .org.uk
November 2018 saw the Insolvency Service grant its 250,000 Debt Relief Order, providing a low cost debt relief solution to a quarter of a million people.
Link: Press release: Insolvency Service grants 250,000 Debt Relief Order
Source: Gov Press Releases
EU External Affairs Sub-Committee publishes call for evidence for International Development Cooperation after Brexit inquiry.
Link: Committee seeks views on international development cooperation after Brexit
Source: Parliamentary News
This Order applies in Great Britain. It establishes the Energy Company Obligation scheme for the period to 31st March 2022 for the promotion of measures for reducing the cost to individuals of heating their homes. The scheme is administered and enforced by the Gas and Electricity Markets Authority (the “Administrator”).
Link: The Electricity and Gas (Energy Company Obligation) Order 2018
Source: Legislation .gov.uk
