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  • Libya: Safety of British nationals "top priority"

    Prime Minister David Cameron has said he is "extremely sorry" for the delays to the Government's efforts to rescue British nationals stranded in Libya.

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

  • Training Ugandans for Somalia deployment

    A British training team puts Ugandan troops through their paces on the eve of deployment to Somalia. Report by Sharon Kean.

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

  • Review of cormorant licensing regime announced

    Cormorants are a predatory species that can cause significant damage to fish stocks.

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

  • Transcript of PM Direct in Leicester

    A transcript of Prime Minister David Cameron's PM Direct in Leicester on 5 January 2011.

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

  • ‘And in the end...’ the Abbey Road zebra crossing is ‘listed’ by Tourism and Heritage Minister John Penrose

    The world-famous zebra crossing near the Abbey Road Studios in London, has been listed Grade II

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

  • ‘And in the end...’ the Abbey Road zebra crossing is ‘listed’ by Tourism and Heritage Minister John Penrose

    The zebra crossing near the Abbey Road Studios in London has been listed Grade II by John Penrose, Minister for Tourism and Heritage.

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

  • A fair deal for local taxpayers: freezing Council Tax and protecting the vulnerable

    Despite the huge pressures on public finances, the Coalition Government has taken unprecedented steps to protect councils most reliant on central…

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

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - Morning From 10 December 2010

    From the Prime Minister's spokesperson on: tuition fees demonstration.

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

  • Severe weather conditions

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

  • Cumbria floods remembered at Department for Communities and Local Government

    DCLG has joined the people of Cumbria in remembering the floods that hit the county last year by flying the county flag above its offices.

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

  • Animal welfare: myths busted

    A range of animal welfare myths busted.

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

  • Recent commander in southern Afghanistan reports on progress

    The former top-ranking British General in southern Afghanistan spoke yesterday about the progress made in Afghanistan over the course of the past 12 months and some of the problems still to overcome. Report by Sharon Kean.

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

  • Latest helmet saves soldiers' lives in Afghanistan

    The British forces' latest combat helmet has been responsible for saving the lives of three soldiers from 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment in the last month of operations in Afghanistan.

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

  • Immigration: Home Secretary's speech of 5 November 2010

    This speech was delivered on 5 November 2010. The speech is checked against delivery (content considered political has been removed).

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

  • Bloody Sunday Inquiry debate

    Secretary of State Owen Paterson MP's opening speech.

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

  • Jurassic Coast: the perfect preparation for Afghan-bound troops

    The crisp autumnal morning chill is punctuated by the dull crump of tank shells hitting their distant targets. Precise instructions ensure that weapons' systems are swiftly recalibrated to land every round as close to th…

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

  • Corporal Scutt and air dog Argin win RAF dog trials

    RAF Lyneham's Corporal Gareth Scutt and his patrol dog, air dog Argin, were last week crowned the winners of the Royal Air Force Police UK Military Working Dog Trials 2010.

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

  • Rifleman Suraj Gurung killed in Afghanistan

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Rifleman Suraj Gurung from 1st Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles was killed in Afghanistan on Saturday 2 October 2010.

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  • Battle of Britain veteran inspires special blend of charity tea

    A Battle of Britain veteran has been the inspiration for a special blend of tea brewed to honour 'The Few', with some of the proceeds going to the RAF Association Wings Appeal.

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

  • Welsh Secretary sends support to Team Wales in Delhi

    Welsh Secretary Cheryl Gillan is sending her support to Team Wales for medal success at the Commonwealth Games, which is opened by HRH The Prince…

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