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  1. Fishing vessel owners guilty of safety breaches

    The company owners of two UK-registered fishing vessels which went to sea without the correct certification have been found guilty in a prosecution by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and fined a total of £4,000.

  2. Employers encouraged to sign up for apprentice cash boost

    New incentives launched to help businesses invest in the skills they need to recover and grow.

  3. HMRC appoints Chief Digital and Information Officer

    Daljit Rehal has been appointed as Chief Digital and Information Officer at HM Revenue and Customs.

  4. Driving test booking service: update

    The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has closed the booking service, as no more tests are available to book until Monday 7 September 2020.

  5. Appointment of Commissioners to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission

    The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, the Right Honourable Brandon Lewis MP has today announced the appointments to the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission.

  6. Sheffield river maintenance works to reduce flood risk

    Gravel and debris are being removed from rivers in Malinbridge and Hillsborough to help reduce the risk of flooding in Sheffield

  7. Approved Enforcement Agency Services Contracts commences

    New service providers begin work in England from today (1 Sept 2020) with those in Wales to follow in 2021.

  8. Expired driving licences automatically extended by 11 months

    Photocard licences or entitlement to drive that expires between 1 February and 31 December 2020 have been extended for 11 months from the date of expiry.

  9. Anti-bullying helpline now live

    A confidential helpline has launched to provide support for personnel experiencing or witnessing bullying, harassment or discrimination in the armed forces.

  10. Student Loans Company calls on students in Wales to prepare for payment

    With the new academic year set to start, SLC is urging students to get ready for the first payment by following our top tips

  11. Regulator of Social Housing and Housing Ombudsman agree revised Memorandum of Understanding

    The Regulator welcomes strengthening its relationship with the Ombudsman to further protect social housing tenants.

  12. British Embassy Bishkek announces call for bids: 2019-2020 projects

    The British Embassy Bishkek now invites proposals for project initiatives in Kyrgyzstan in 2019/2020 financial year (April-March).

  13. Simon Case appointed as Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service

    The Prime Minister has appointed Simon Case as the Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service.

  14. Magistrates’ court listings now published online

    Magistrates’ court lists in England and Wales will be published online for the first time, making it easier to access listing information.

  15. National Apprenticeship Awards 2020 open for entries

    Calling all apprentices, employers, and individuals who champion apprenticeships - as the National Apprenticeship Awards 2020 are now open for entries.

  16. Companies House bank details have changed

    All customers who make payments by bank transfer (BACS) will need to use our new bank account details from 1 September 2020.

  17. Student Loans Company calls on students to get ready for payment

    SLC is urging students to get ready for the first Maintenance Loan payment of the new academic year

  18. Next steps outlined for UK’s use of digital identity

    Digital Identity Strategy Board develops new principles to boost secure use of digital identity

  19. Beware of rogue 'man and van' rubbish removers on Facebook

    Using unregistered waste removal firms could cause rubbish to be dumped or burned and the person who hired them given a criminal record.

  20. Pupils start returning to schools in England

    Schools and colleges across England will start to welcome back pupils with protective measures in place to help keep young people and staff safe.