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  • Army hosts the European Military Climbing Championships

    Two Army engineers have scaled the sheer rock beneath Edinburgh Castle in bare feet to mark the beginning of the European Military Climbing Championships which are being hosted by the British Army.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Postal Services Bill Second Reading – Vince Cable Opening Speech – 27 October 2010

    Mr. Speaker, I beg to move that this Bill be read a second time. INTRODUCTION Mr. Speaker, let me begin by making it clear why we are here…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £1.3 billion funding deal for the Post Office

    Business Secretary Vince Cable said: “The Post Office network is a cornerstone of British life. Our £1.3 billion funding package will reverse…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Blocks away: excellent results for latest offshore oil and gas licensing round

    Oil and gas exploration licences granted by DECC today reveal industry interest in developing the UK’s North Sea resources remains vibrant. …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UKaid for Palestinian people

    International Development Minister Alan Duncan today announced additional support for the delivery of essential services to the Palestinian people and the recovery of the private sector in Gaza.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Launch of new Global Poverty Action Fund

    DFID launches the Global Poverty Action Fund (previously called the Poverty Impact Fund) which will provide grants for projects tackling poverty in poor countries.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Flooding in Benin and West Africa

    Britain's response to flooding in Benin and West Africa through emergency support to Care International.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Response to the natural disasters in Indonesia

    Secretary of State for International Development Andrew Mitchell said: “Our sympathies go out to those affected by these disasters.  We are…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defra commits £100 million international forestry funding up to 2015

    The Government has today committed £100 million to international forestry projects which provide specific benefits for biodiversity.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New scientific study helps to reveal possible reasons for the decline of pollinators

    Changes to small patches of land over a number of years could be one of the factors in the decline of pollinating insects such as bees.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Highly skilled work for highly skilled migrants

    Research out today looks at jobs being done by people in the UK with highly skilled work visas.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Home Secretary backs breast cancer charity

    Theresa May joins public in wearing pink to help raise money for breast cancer research.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Workplace pension reforms will get Britain saving - Webb

    Millions of people can look forward to greater financial security in retirement, as Government sets out its plans to introduce automatic enrolment…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Contracting for support to Local Involvement Networks in 2011-2012:  supporting the possible transition to Local HealthWatch

    Letter from Paul Streets, Director of Public and Patient Engagement and Experience dated 27 October 2010 detailing Contracting for support to Local Involvement Networks in 2011-20.

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  • European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD) - 18th November 2010  

    Letter to hospitals on promoting EAAD 2010 and the Department’s antibiotic campaign materials.

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  • European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2010: Letter to primary care professionals

    Letter to primary care professionals on promoting EAAD 2010 and the Department’s antibiotic campaign materials Download letter (PDF, 254K…

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  • Fees for intercountry adoption services announced

    Details of the fee for intercountry adoption services, which is to be implemented as of 1 April 2011.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Outgoing CDS to receive peerage

    The Queen has been graciously pleased to signify her intention of conferring a Peerage of the United Kingdom for Life upon Air Chief Marshal Sir Graham Eric (Jock) Stirrup, GCB, AFC.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - Morning From Wednesday 27 October 2010

    From the Prime Minister's spokesperson on: Afghan civilian casualties, housing benefit and Afghanistan quarterly report.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • THINK! reminds children to be bright to be seen

    Making sure that children are easily seen by drivers is especially important at this time of year when evenings are drawing-in.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government