Mechanical components
Letters (symbols)
Electrical equipment
Classification systems
Terminology
Electronic equipment and components
Symbols
Electrical components
Data
Data representation
Data elements
Electrical engineering
Link: BS EN 61360-1:2017 Standard data element types with associated classification scheme Definitions. Principles and methods
Source: BSI Standards
Tensile testing
Specimen preparation
Test specimens
Tensile strength
Test equipment
Thermoplastic polymers
Seamed pipes
Pipes
Pipework systems
Helical shape
Plastics
Link: BS EN ISO 13262:2017 Thermoplastics piping systems for non-pressure underground drainage and sewerage. Thermoplastics spirally-formed structured-wall pipes. Determination of the tensile strength of a seam
Source: BSI Standards
Pipe fittings
Water supply and waste systems (building
Thermal-cycling tests
Leak tests
Drainage
Plastics
Pipework systems
Pipes
Thermal testing
Thermoplastic polymers
Plastic pipelines
Link: BS EN ISO 13257:2017 Thermoplastics piping systems for non-pressure applications. Test method for resistance to elevated temperature cycling
Source: BSI Standards
A taskforce set up to monitor and advise on mitigating the impacts of Carillion’s liquidation on construction firms, particularly SMEs and those working in the sector, has met for the first time today (18 January 2018). Building on a series of meetings held by the Business Secretary this week with trade associations, unions and banks.
Chaired by Greg Clark, with support from the Small Business Minister Andrew Griffiths, the taskforce’s attendees included representatives from leading business bodies, the construction trade sector, unions, banks and government.
The taskforce will act as a means to work together to ensure the impact of the Carillion insolvency on the firm’s employees in the private, as well as public, sector is minimised and to help them recover.
In a constructive meeting, members of the Government’s Taskforce on Carillion spoke about a range of issues, ranging from support by banks, the support on offer from HMRC for businesses, the offer from the Construction Industry Training Board for apprentices, and identified how relevant information can be shared to keep people in work and training.
Greg Clark, welcoming the input of all the members, said:
Today’s meeting is the next step in a series I have held this week. It got key people round the table to drive forward steps that we believe can give confidence to workers and the supply chain; support from banks, the ability to link workers with employment and support for apprentices.
I am determined that collectively we will take the steps necessary to give workers and businesses the information they need at this difficult time.
Issues to be covered in the next meeting will include job matching and contract matching.
Today (18 January 2018), the Business Secretary has praised several banks who following his request have committed to providing support to small businesses affected by Carillion’s insolvency. This follows a meeting he held with them yesterday, where he asked them to commit to supporting SMEs affected.
HMRC’s announcement highlighted several ways that the Business Payment Support Service can help those affected, including:
*agree instalment arrangements if you’re unable to pay your tax on time following the Carillion collapse
*suspend any debt collection proceedings
*review penalties for missing statutory deadlines
*reduce any payments on account
*agree to defer payments due to short-term cash flow difficulties
Today’s taskforce meeting follows action outlined by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to address concerns set out earlier this week.
Link: Press release: Business Secretary chairs taskforce to support small businesses and workers affected by Carillion insolvency
Source: Gov Press Releases
Data Protection Bill [HL]: Bill 153 2017-19, Explanatory notes
Link: Publication: Bill 153 2017-19, Explanatory notes
Source: Data Protection Bill
Data Protection Bill [HL]: Bill 153 2017-19, as brought from the Lords
Link: Publication: Bill 153 2017-19, as brought from the Lords
Source: Data Protection Bill
The Business Secretary Greg Clark has today (18 January 2018) welcomed the decision by several banks to set up funds to support small businesses affected by Carillion’s insolvency.
Today, Lloyds Banking Group has launched a £50 million fund, HSBC a £100 million fund and RBS has made £75 million of assistance available.
It follows a meeting held by Greg Clark yesterday with banks where he discussed further support and advice that could be provided by the banks for small businesses affected by Carillion’s liquidation.
Greg Clark said:
I welcome this quick and positive move by banks including Lloyds, HSBC and RBS. This follows my meeting with the banks yesterday where I challenged them to see what further support they could provide for SMEs affected by Carillion’s insolvency.
It is essential that small businesses exposed are given the support they need by their lenders, and I look forward to other banks following suit.
HMRC has also outlined the support being offered to those businesses contracted to Carillion that may be concerned about their ability to pay tax. HMRC are providing practical advice and guidance to those affected through its Business Payment Support Service (BPSS).
This follows action outlined by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to address concerns set out earlier this week.
Link: Press release: Business Secretary welcomes action by banks to support small businesses affected by Carillion
Source: Gov Press Releases
The unique 70 metre long tapestry that depicts the 1066 Norman Conquest of Britain will be put on public display in 2022.
The exhibition has been announced to coincide with the UK-France summit taking place this week. The loan of the Tapestry will form part of a wider cultural exchange taking place between Britain and France over the next four years and marks a key milestone in the celebration of our shared history.
Prime Minister Theresa May said:
Our shared history is reflected in the loan of the Bayeux Tapestry to the UK in 2022, the first time it will be on British soil in more than 900 years.
The loan of the Tapestry will form part of a wider cultural exchange taking place between Britain and France over the next four years.
I am honoured at the loan of such a precious piece of our shared history which yet again underscores the closeness of the UK-France relationship.
DCMS Secretary, Matt Hancock said:
France and Britain are global cultural leaders with a millennium long recorded history. The Bayeux Tapestry is a fundamental symbol of our history as neighbours. It’s arrival in the UK is a tribute to the strength of our relationship now and in the future.
We are committed to opening up the UK to the best culture and history the world has to offer. This year Liverpool will welcome the Terracotta Warriors from ancient China and we look forward to hosting the Bayeux Tapestry.
The UK is home to some of the leading museums in the world and by showcasing works of national and international interest we will ensure that the UK remains a go to destination for the arts and culture.
The tapestry was created in the UK in the eleventh century, shortly after the Battle of Hastings and has been on display in various locations in France since its completion. The Tapestry is now part of the UNESCO Memory of the World Register and depicts the Battle which saw William the Conqueror take the English throne in 1066.
The Tapestry will come to the UK while its current home, the Bayeux Museum, undergoes refurbishment in 2022. Further details of the exhibition, including exact dates and locations will be released in due course.
Link: Press release: Bayeux Tapestry returns to the UK after more than 900 years
Source: Gov Press Releases
On 9 January prominent human rights activist Oyub Titiev, the Director of Russian NGO Memorial’s office in Chechnya, was detained by the Chechen authorities. He was subsequently charged with the illegal acquisition and storage of narcotics. Although significant doubts have been raised about the legitimacy of these allegations, a local court has remanded him in custody until 9 March. Overnight on 16 January Memorial’s office in Ingushetia – a neighbouring republic in the North Caucasus – was destroyed by an arson attack.
Sir Alan Duncan said:
The decision of the Chechen authorities to charge Oyub Titiev, the Director of Russian human rights NGO Memorial’s office in Chechnya, and remand him in custody until 9 March, is extremely concerning. Since his arrest, Mr Titiev’s family has also faced harassment and threats which have forced them to flee the region. This is yet another example of the restrictions on freedom within Russia which I raised in Moscow in December.
I was appalled to also hear that Memorial’s office in the neighbouring republic of Ingushetia has been destroyed by an arson attack overnight. This is clearly another attempt to disrupt and intimidate Memorial and other NGOs working on crucial human rights issues in the North Caucasus region of Russia. The Russian Government must urgently investigate this attack and hold those responsible to account.
The Chechen authorities must ensure the safety of Mr Titiev and allow him the right to a fair trial, and immediately cease the intimidation, harassment and detention of individuals and groups advocating such fundamental freedoms.
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Link: Press release: Minister for Europe statement on human rights in Russia
Source: Gov Press Releases
