Members of the Committee on Fuel Poverty reappointed
Caroline Flint has been reappointed to the Committee on Fuel Poverty (CFP) in the role of Chair. This reappointment took effect from 31 January 2025 and will last for 3 years. Belinda Littleton, Anthony Pygram and Gordon McGregor have also been reappointed to the Committee. Gordon McGregor’s reappointment takes effect from 17 May 2025 for […]
Touchstone 2024 award winners announced
The British Hallmarking Council (BHC) is delighted to announce that Hull City Trading Standards have won the prestigious Touchstone Award for 2024. The UK has one of the most rigorous and long-established hallmarking regimes in the world, which delivers significant benefits to UK consumers and legitimate businesses. Each year the Council invites applications to be […]
Civil Procedure Rule Committee: Annual open meeting 9 May 2025
The open meeting of the Civil Procedure Rule Committee will take place on the above date via Microsoft Teams. Guests will be observers only and not be able to participate in the Committee’s business or contribute to items in the agenda. However, there will be an opportunity at the end of the meeting for guests […]
AAIB Report: ATR 72-202, G-NPTF, 7 March 2023
During the flare to landing at Belfast International Airport the co-pilot, who was Pilot Flying (PF), discovered that the rudder was extremely difficult to move. The commander immediately took control of the aircraft and used the nosewheel steering for directional control on the runway. Examination of the aircraft on the following day showed that the […]
British Hallmarking Council appoints three new members
The Secretary of State for Business and Trade has appointed three new members to the British Hallmarking Council from January 2025 for a period of three years. They will work with the Chair Noel Hunter, OBE and existing members of Council to ensure the organisation achieves its strategic objectives. New members appointed are: Kerry Gregory […]
Annual report of the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner laid in Parliament
Read the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner’s annual report 2023 to 2024. The report sets out the observations of the Commissioner in relation to his responsibilities for overseeing police use of DNA and fingerprints in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and for encouraging the proper use of public space surveillance cameras. The report covers the […]
AAIB Report: Boeing 737-8K5, G-FDZS, 4 March 2024
When the crew began their takeoff, the autothrottle (A/T) disconnected when the Takeoff/Go-Around switch (TOGA) was selected. As a result, neither thrust lever advanced automatically towards the calculated N1 takeoff setting. Despite attempting to re-engage it, the A/T remained in an inactive mode. The takeoff was conducted with 84.5% N1 instead of 92.8% N1, with […]
The AAIB has sent a team of inspectors to Belfast City Airport
An investigation has begun into an accident involving a fixed-wing aircraft which occurred at Belfast City Airport on 22 December 2024. AAIB inspectors have commenced the on-site investigation to gather evidence and make enquiries. Media enquiries: During office hours 01932 440015 Out of office hours 0300 777 7878
The AAIB has sent a team to an accident near Fife Airport
An investigation has begun into an accident involving a light aircraft which occurred near Fife Airport on 23 December 2024. A team of inspectors are travelling to the accident site to make enquiries and gather evidence as part of the process of conducting a safety investigation. Media enquiries: During office hours 01932 440015 Out of […]
36th anniversary of the Lockerbie air disaster
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) attended the 36th anniversary memorial service of the Lockerbie air disaster in December, honouring the 270 lives lost both in the air and on the ground. Last month’s commemoration particularly recognised the dedication of the first responders who worked tirelessly in the aftermath of the tragedy. Representing the AAIB […]