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Community groups in areas across the country can now bid for money to help older people keep active and make the most of their later lives.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Statement on immigration limit changes by Theresa May, 23 November 2010. Controlled migration has benefited the UK, economically, socially…
The Ofsted annual report shows a record number of academies rated 'outstanding' while 'inadequate' ratings across the schools sector doubled.
Reducing the deficit is a necessary step for the Coalition Government to build a better, fairer and more open society.
From the Prime Minister's spokesperson on: Nordic/Baltic Summit, immigration, North Korea and tutition fees.
From the Prime Minister's spokesperson on: UN Secretary General phone call, Welfare reform and royal wedding.
Download the letter about the New Schools Network that Permanent Secretary David Bell has sent to Shadow Education Secretary Andy Burnham.
The Home Secretary announces annual limits on numbers of non-EU workers
Prime Minister David Cameron has spoken to UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon following the artillery attack by North Korea on the South Korean island of Yeonpyeong
Prime Minister David Cameron has welcomed the Royal Household's announcement of the date for the marriage of Prince William and Ms Middleton.
A lucky motorist from Bridgewater has won a brand new car worth over £10,000 after renewing his vehicle tax online.
All children to be given a phonics-based progress check in year 1 so teachers can identify those in need of extra support.
VOSA testing centre to be replaced by privately run Authorised Testing Facilities (ATF).
Football clubs work on child safety campaign in new partnership.
The flag representing the historic county of Durham has been hoisted above the department's offices.
Communities Secretary Eric Pickles has kicked off national Inter Faith Week by urging everyone to get involved in inter faith activities and…
Eric Pickles has praised the nation's top curry restaurants and promised to support the spice industry in going from strength to strength.
Housing Minister Grant Shapps and Communities Minister Andrew Stunell today announced plans for the most radical reform of social housing in…
Plans for the most radical reform of social housing in a generation have been announced by communities ministers.
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