Aug142017

News story: Application enquiry updates for Business e-services customers

HM Government

We have improved the Application Enquiry service which business customers use to check details of any application.

Today we have improved the Application Enquiry service.

Used by thousands of Business e-services customers, Application Enquiry is a free, user-friendly way for customers to track the progress and status of any application. It is accessed via the HM Land Registry portal.

The additions to the current service include:

  • links from the Application Enquiry search screen to our About our services web page and our user guide on GOV.UK
  • clearer and fuller explanations in the ‘help’ pages

  • more information relating to the progress stage and status of applications, particularly in the pre-processing stages on the Application Details screen. For example, customers will be able to see when an application:

    • is awaiting processing
    • is undergoing set-up activities as part of a developing title
    • has already had a request to expedite it
    • already has an approved request for an extension of time to reply to a requisition

These additions and more are covered in the user guide.

We are developing enhancements to the ‘Contact us’ form within Application Enquiry. We will share details before we make changes, which we expect will be on 21 August.

Aug142017

Press release: Foreign Secretary congratulates Pakistan on 70th anniversary of Independence

HM Government

On behalf of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, I wish the people of Pakistan the very best on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of independence. Muhammad Jinnah’s founding vision of a progressive, inclusive Pakistan is still something worth cherishing and celebrating, and Pakistan should be rightly proud of its culture and history over the last 70 years.

The United Kingdom and Pakistan enjoy a close friendship thanks to the links between our people – particularly the 1.2 million British people who are of Pakistani origin. Whether on the cricket field, at Pakistani celebrations in the UK or through our strong education cooperation and support, the links between our two countries keep getting stronger. In 2017, the UK is celebrating these connections with a year-long programme of cultural events, exhibitions and visits.

As we celebrate our shared history together, and look forward to a future with more links, more trade and more cooperation between the UK and Pakistan, I wish the people of Pakistan Jashan e Azaadi Mubarak!

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Aug142017

News story: Innovate 2017: tickets available to UK’s biggest innovation event

HM Government

Early bird tickets are now on sale for Innovate 2017.

Innovate UK’s flagship event returns from 8 to 9 November 2017, taking place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham. By attending, you will have the chance to meet some of the best and brightest innovators from the UK and internationally, network with investors, share ideas and get inspired.

A discounted rate of £95 for a one day ticket or £125 for 2 days is available until 8 September 2017. After this date, prices will rise to £150 for one day and £199 for both.

Highlights from Innovate 2016

Innovate 2016 – The Highlights

What you can expect

This year’s conference will focus on how UK innovation can tackle some of the biggest global challenges. You will hear about what these challenges mean for individuals, businesses and government, as well as the opportunities for entrepreneurs who can come up with solutions to these problems.

We will also be hosting a series of seminars on the Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund.

The fund will invest in industry areas where the UK already has a world-class research base and businesses ready to innovate. There will be talks on the 6 challenges announced so far, where you can find out more and how to get involved.

Help to grow your business

On top of this, delegates can expect:

  • practical seminars on topics such as protecting your intellectual property, pitching and winning business and how to get funding
  • a dedicated support zone to help you innovate, expand and collaborate in the UK and overseas. This includes an informal drop-in facility for advice
  • one-to-one brokerage sessions with business experts, which can be booked in advance
  • an international zone, where you can find out more about moving into international markets
  • almost 100 exhibitors showcasing their game-changing innovations

For the first time we will also have ‘tomorrow’s innovators’, a programme to inspire young people to become entrepreneurs and get them thinking about the future of innovation, today.

A full programme and keynote speakers will be announced shortly.

About the event

This is the ninth Innovate event. Last year’s – held in Manchester – saw more than 2,500 innovators, investors and academics come together.