The Secretary of State for Justice has announced the reappointment of four members of the Civil Justice Council (CJC).
Link: Four members reappointed to the Civil Justice Council
Source: Gov Press Releases
DASA awards £2m contracts to counter hostile drone threats
Funds will develop new technology to tackle rising security risks posed by Unmanned Air Systems
Link: DASA awards £2m contracts to counter hostile drone threats
Source: Gov Press Releases
Contingent liability: Northern Powerhouse rail accommodation
Letter of comfort provided by the Department for Transport regarding leasing office accommodation for Transport for the North.
Link: Contingent liability: Northern Powerhouse rail accommodation
Source: Gov Press Releases
New measures to secure MMR vaccine for private patients
New restrictions mean the MMR vaccine cannot be parallel exported from the UK, to protect stock for private patients and those not eligible for routine NHS jabs.
Link: New measures to secure MMR vaccine for private patients
Source: Gov Press Releases
High Court ruling upholds Ivory Act
The government has successfully defended a Judicial Review of the Ivory Act
Link: High Court ruling upholds Ivory Act
Source: Gov Press Releases
Ministers questioned on the publication of the Intelligence and Security Committee's report into Russia
Dominic Grieve QC MP has asked an urgent question on the publication of a report into Russian influence in UK politics
Link: Ministers questioned on the publication of the Intelligence and Security Committee's report into Russia
Source: Parliamentary News
Government announces plans to review pre-charge bail law
The Home Office will consider updating the rules to ensure the safety of victims is prioritised and police are supported in investigating all offences.
Link: Government announces plans to review pre-charge bail law
Source: Gov Press Releases
Government announces UK special envoy for countering violent extremism
John Woodcock MP has been announced as the UK special envoy for countering violent extremism.
Link: Government announces UK special envoy for countering violent extremism
Source: Gov Press Releases
Becker’s bankruptcy restrictions extended
Former tennis star Boris Becker receives 12 years extended bankruptcy restrictions following the Official Receiver’s enquiries into assets and transactions valued in excess of £4.5m.
Link: Becker’s bankruptcy restrictions extended
Source: Gov Press Releases
Update on proposed acquisition of Cobham PLC by Advent International
The Business Secretary has provided an update on the proposed acquisition of Cobham PLC by Advent International.
Link: Update on proposed acquisition of Cobham PLC by Advent International
Source: Gov Press Releases