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North Korea’s latest intercontinental ballistic missile launch is yet another egregious violation of UN Security Council resolutions: UK statement at the UN Security Council 4 November 2024 The United Kingdom has condemned North Korea’s latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launch as a “clear violation” of UN Security Council resolutions. The launch, which took place on … Read more

Company prosecuted for failing to complete reservoir safety works 4 November 2024 A company has been prosecuted after failing to complete essential safety works on a reservoir in the Peak District. United Utilities Water (UUW) was handed a £450,000 fine at Manchester Crown Court on 4 November 2024 after repeatedly failing to complete safety works … Read more

Joint Communiqué from International Charity Regulator Leaders Issued on November 4, 2024, at 17:22 UTC Prelude: In a historic gathering, leaders of international charity regulators met virtually on November 2-3, 2024, to discuss pressing issues facing the non-profit sector. The meeting was hosted by the Charity Commission of England and Wales, and attended by representatives … Read more

Higher Education Reform to Back Opportunity and Protect Students 4 November 2024 UK News and Communications The government has today announced a package of higher education reforms that will back opportunity, improve outcomes for students, and protect them from unfair practice. The reforms will: Introduce a new student protection body to champion students’ interests and … Read more

The Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 (Juxtaposed Controls) (Amendment) Order 2024 The Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 (Juxtaposed Controls) (Amendment) Order 2024 is a statutory instrument made under the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002. It amends the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 (Juxtaposed Controls) Order 2003, which provides for the exercise … Read more

New UK Legislation Restricts Helicopter Flight Operations Date: 2024-11-04 03:00 Title: The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Helicopter Flight) Regulations 2024 Introduction: The UK government has introduced new legislation that imposes restrictions on helicopter flight operations in an effort to mitigate noise and safety concerns. These regulations will take effect in 2024. Key Provisions: Designated … Read more

Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Information for Listing and Vetting) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction Following the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007, the Scottish Parliament has introduced new regulations aimed at enhancing the protection of vulnerable groups from potential harm. The Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Information for Listing and Vetting) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 provide a … Read more

The Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Referrals by Chief Constable) (Prescribed Information) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction The Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Referrals by Chief Constable) (Prescribed Information) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 are a piece of legislation that sets out the information that must be included in a referral made by the Chief Constable of Police Scotland to … Read more

The Consideration of Suitability for Regulated Roles (Prescribed Purposes) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction The Consideration of Suitability for Regulated Roles (Prescribed Purposes) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 are a set of regulations that were made by the Scottish Government on 4 November 2024. The regulations came into force on 6 November 2024. Purpose of the Regulations The … Read more

The Disclosure and Use of Level 2 Disclosures (Prescribed Purpose and Circumstances) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 Introduction The Scottish Government has introduced new regulations that will govern the disclosure and use of Level 2 Disclosure information in Scotland. These regulations will come into force on [Date]. Background Level 2 Disclosures are a type of criminal record … Read more