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  • £410 million for council services that put people first

    Eric Pickles announces £410 million in funding to help councils transform the way they run local services to put the user first.

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

  • Baroness Blackstone reappointed as Chair of the British Library

    The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has reappointed Baroness Tessa Blackstone as Chair of the British Library.

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

  • Online vehicle tax service unavailability on 31 March 2014

    A technical fault on DVLA's online vehicle tax service has now been resolved.

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  • Rainsbrook secure training centre

    Rainsbrook secure training centre

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

  • Maria Balshaw appointed to the Board of Arts Council England

    The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed Maria Balshaw as a board member of Arts Council England.

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

  • Trustees reappointed to The Theatres Trust

    The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has agreed to reappoint 5 Trustees for a second term as members of The Theatres Trust.

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

  • John Davies reappointed to Board of S4C

    Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has reappointed John Davies for a second term as member of the S4C Authority.

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

  • Museums remain a firm favourite for visitors in England

    Latest stats show increase in monthly visits compared to same period in 2013.

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

  • Press briefing: afternoon 3 April 2014

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on plain packaging, the Airports Commission, Maria Miller and Waitrose.

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

  • UK introduces optional priority visa service

    On 31 March, the UK’s visa application centre (VAC) in Lusaka moved to attractive new premises along Alick Nkhata Road

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

  • National Employment Savings Trust Corporation: Trustee member appointments

    The Minister for Pensions, Steve Webb, announced the appointment of Trustee Members to the National Employment Savings Trust.

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

  • British Ports Assocation: smaller ports fund

    Stephen Hammond thanks BPA for their work during the 2014 storms and announces a £2 million recovery fund for smaller ports.

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

  • New appointments for the Disabled Persons Transport Advisory Committee

    New members join expert panel which advises on disability and transport.

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

  • Government response to tobacco standardised packaging review

    Government minded to introduce regulations to provide for standardised packaging of tobacco products, subject to a short consultation.

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

  • Carmichael hails £100m boost for Scottish businesses

    UK Government employment allowance will help Scottish businesses grow, expand and create jobs.

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

  • £19 million road upgrade to bring new homes and jobs for Norwich

    Norwich to receive major transport funding for improvements to the A47.

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

  • British High Commission supports Ugandan street children

    In March 2014, British High Commission, DFID Uganda and British Council staff raised over two million Ugandan Shillings for Retrak Uganda.

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

  • New stations for Coventry to Nuneaton rail line

    £4.75 million investment will build two brand new stations and upgrade another.

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

  • CMA reviews proposed merger of Frimley Park and Heatherwood and Wexham NHS Hospitals

    The Competition and Markets Authority is reviewing the proposed merger of Frimley Park Hospital NHS Foundation Trust with Heatherwood and Wexham Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, following notification from the hospitals.

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  • Elizabeth Truss speaks about delivering world-class schools

    Education Minister Elizabeth Truss speaks to The Spectator’s schools conference.

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