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  • Alert after Legionnaires’ disease case in baby

    PHE advises temporary suspension of heated home birthing pools filled in advance of labour in home settings.

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  • Forced marriage now a crime

    New law will help protect thousands of potential victims

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

  • RAF flying high in new Chinook helicopters

    The first of 14 new RAF Chinook helicopters has been unveiled today by the Defence Secretary following their entry into service on time.

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

  • Spot fines for foreign hauliers who drive tired

    Proposals announced to issue penalties to hauliers who fail to pay the HGV levy or drive for longer than the law allows.

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

  • UK to provide humanitarian support to Iraqi civilians

    Britain will provide an initial £3 million of emergency humanitarian assistance to help civilians fleeing the ISIS advance in Northern Iraq

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

  • Congestion-busting scheme to start on M1 junction 24, Leicestershire

    Work to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow at junction 24 of the M1 near Kegworth, Leicestershire, starts on Monday 16 June.

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  • Succesful Voluntary Principles plenary meeting at the British Embassy in Lima

    BE Lima hosted the first Plenary Meeting in 2014 of the Voluntary Principles’ Working Group, whose objective is to work with government, civil society and the extractive industry to promote dialogue, good governance and the …

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

  • British Embassy hosts ESVC Summit Panel Discussion in Dublin

    “How Can We End Sexual Violence in Conflict?” was the focus of a panel discussion held at the British Embassy Dublin this week.

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

  • Congestion cutting scheme begins on M18 in South Yorkshire

    A Highways Agency scheme aimed at cutting congestion and improving journeys for drivers near Doncaster, South Yorkshire will begin this month.

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  • Drivers advised of A1 overnight weekend closures for motorway upgrade work, North Yorkshire

    The A1 in North Yorkshire will be closed overnight on 21 and 28 June as part of major work to upgrade part of the A1 to a three lane motorway.

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  • Overnight lane closures on the A45/A46 Tollbar End scheme near Coventry

    As part of the Highways Agency’s £106million investment to improve the A45/A46 Tollbar End roundabout, A45 Stonebridge Highway and Stivichall Junction, overnight work is to be carried out to install a gas main from Tuesday 1…

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  • Reservists complete Scottish war games

    Over 400 Army reservists from across Northern Ireland have undertaken a major military exercise in southern Scotland.

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

  • The promise of intelligent mobility

    New technology is helping people travel more efficiently - the Transport Systems Catapult will keep the UK at the cutting edge.

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

  • Minister for Middle East Hugh Robertson meets Iraqi Foreign Minister

    Hugh Robertson says UK supports Iraqi struggle against terrorism and urges leaders to unite country.

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

  • Fuelling the pipeline of female talent in the UK’s energy sector

    Baroness Verma launches POWERful Women - a new, professional initiative to showcase female leadership potential in the UK’s energy sector.

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

  • Statement on the latest industrial action by firefighters

    The Department for Communities and Local Government responds to the Fire Brigades Union's latest strike action.

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

  • Work to improve key junction for Birmingham Airport and NEC starts next week

    Night time work to increase the number of lanes linking the M42 at junction 6 to Birmingham Airport, the NEC and other key destinations will start next Monday (16 June).

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  • EU Transport Council: 12 June 2014

    Outlines transport issues discussed at the final Transport Council under the Greek Presidency including rail, maritime and air items.

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

  • Statement on EU Energy Council June 2014

    Written Ministerial Statement by Edward Davey about the upcoming Energy Council in Luxembourg.

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

  • UK-USA press conference at G7: David Cameron’s speech

    Prime Minister David Cameron held a joint press conference with President of the United States Barack Obama at the G7 meeting in Brussels.

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