Securing a greener future with cleaner maritime technology
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has been at the forefront of The Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC), a government-funded initiative to support the delivery of net zero emissions across the maritime industry. Delivered by Innovate UK on behalf of the Department for Transport’s UK Shipping Office for Reducing Emissions (UK SHORE) programme, each iteration of […]
Berge Mawson report published
Today, we have published our accident investigation report into the deaths of three stevedores in a cargo hold access space on board Berge Mawson on 27 June 2022 at Bunyu Island anchorage, Indonesia. Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents, Andrew Moll OBE, said: Cargo operations on board bulk carriers require stevedores and other shore workers to […]
Inspection report published: An inspection of the Immigration Enforcement Competent Authority (January – June 2024)
This inspection examined the performance of the Immigration Enforcement Competent Authority (IECA), assessing its practices and processes for making decisions, its approach to assuring the timeliness and quality of those decisions, and its management of safeguarding issues. The inspection was initiated by my predecessor, David Neal, and the bulk of the evidence was gathered in […]
MAIB safety digest 1/2025 published
Today, we have published a new collection of cases (volume 1 of 2025) detailing accidents involving vessels from the merchant, fishing, and recreational sectors. In his introduction, the Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents, Andrew Moll OBE, acknowledges Gary Doyle, Anne Hornigold MBE and Mark Bleecker for introducing the merchant, fishing and recreational sections of this […]
Solong and Stena Immaculate interim report published
Today, we have published the initial findings of our investigation into the collision between the Portugal registered container ship Solong and the USA registered oil/chemical tanker Stena Immaculate, resulting in one fatality, 14 nautical miles north-east of Spurn Head at the entrance to the Humber Estuary, England, on 10 March 2025. The interim report, available […]
New Chief Executive Officer Appointed for the Disclosure and Barring Service
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has today announced the appointment of Dr Jeff James CBE as its new Chief Executive. Dr James, who previously served as the Chief Executive of The National Archives, will join DBS in April as CEO designate, before formally taking over the role on 1 June 2025. The appointment follows […]
John Tuckett named as preferred candidate for ICIBI role
The Home Secretary has today (21 January) confirmed John Tuckett as the government’s preferred candidate for the role of Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration (ICIBI). John Tuckett has served as the Immigration Services Commissioner since July 2019 and brings extensive leadership experience from across the public sector including defence, healthcare, and government services. […]
Celebrating smarter working success across the public sector
On 21 November 2024 the Government Property Agency hosted the fourth edition of the Smarter Working Live Awards, celebrating outstanding examples of innovation, creativity and dedication to smarter working across the public sector. Put simply, smarter working empowers us with choices about how, where and when we work. Underpinned by culture, ethos, process and technology, […]
IAA unveils Corporate Plan following rebrand
The Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) has today published its Corporate Plan for 2025 to 2027, following the launch of its new identity. To support the delivery of the Corporate Plan, an interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has been appointed. Heather Laing brings extensive knowledge and experience in the immigration sector; her expertise will strengthen the […]
Enhanced agenda and identity for UK immigration advice regulator
The Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) has today announced its transformation to the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA), marking a significant evolution in the regulation of immigration advice services in the UK. The IAA’s mission is to protect seekers of immigration advice through regulation, enforcement, and promoting best practice. This strategic rebrand marks the […]