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  • DWP fraud busters win industry accolade

    An innovative benefit fraud project expected to save the taxpayer £114 million, has won a top award at a prestigious ceremony.

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

  • 'Significant cost saving' for emergency services network contract

    Eight organisations go forward to next stage of bidding to run new network.

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

  • Appointment to the Industrial Development Advisory Board

    Vikas Shah has been appointed as a new member to the Industrial Development Advisory Board (IDAB).

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

  • Government reforms to stop savers losing ‘mini’ pension pots

    A new system to stop workers losing their small pension pots as they move from job to job is due to start in autumn 2016.

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

  • UK and Israel ties boosted by new medical research funding

    £3.2 million of funding for eight joint medical research projects by British and Israeli scientists were announced today.

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

  • Joint ministerial working group on welfare

    Terms of reference set for welfare working group.

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

  • Work experience 'lottery' fuelling youth unemployment figures, with Hull among worst spots for young job-seekers

    New report from the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) finds young people in certain parts of the country face inherent disadvantages when preparing themselves for work, with significant geographic differences f…

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  • Joining up transport

    As transport enjoys a higher profile within government, connectivity and integration are at the core of the Department for Transport’s work.

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

  • Talented service leavers encouraged to consider teaching

    Expansion of Troops to Teachers programme offers armed service leavers a school-based training route into a classroom career.

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

  • Letter to awarding organisations: effects of removing QCF rules

    A letter to awarding organisations on the effects of the decision to withdraw the Qualifications and Credit Framework regulatory arrangements.

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  • Plans for new legal protection for NHS whistleblowers

    A new report on progress made across the health system has been published, along with plans to protect those who speak up about poor care.

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

  • Francis Report: update and response

    Secretary of State for Health Jeremy Hunt statement on NHS whistleblowing and progress on implementing recommendations from Francis Inquiry.

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

  • Diana Whitworth stands down from the committee

    Diana Whitworth has decided to stand down from the Social Security Advisory Committee on ill-health grounds.

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  • Fraud, Error and Debt Conference: Francis Maude speech

    Francis Maude spoke on progress in eliminating fraud and error in government spending and managing debts owed to the government.

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

  • British High Commissioner’s statement after meeting BNP Chairperson

    Robert W Gibson and the BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia discussed the current situation in Bangladesh.

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

  • Full speed ahead for rail strategy

    Passengers are made the priority as government implements massive spending programme.

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

  • Free wi-fi to help rail commuters stay connected

    Rail passengers to benefit from on-board wi-fi across England and Wales.

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

  • Question on life in the Canaries? Come to a free info session

    British residents in the Canary Islands urged to register for healthcare and social services for future peace of mind

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

  • Diamond report published

    Sinking of scallop dredger Diamond with loss of 1 life in West Burra Firth, Shetland Islands.

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  • £800,000 investment for resurfacing on A40 Golden Valley Bypass

    Work to resurface a three mile section of the A40 Golden Valley bypass will begin next week, providing a safer and smoother road surface for drivers in Gloucestershire.

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