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  • New powers will put passengers first

    Civil Aviation Authority single duty to promote interests of passengers.

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

  • Government to seek public views on changing the law to find cures for inherited diseases

    The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) has been asked to lead a public discussion to ask if a new scientific procedure, which…

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

  • Pilot areas confirmed

    Two areas in West Gloucestershire and West Somerset have been selected as the most suitable to pilot controlled shooting of badgers.

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

  • Government to seek public views on changing the law to find cures for inherited diseases

    Public discussion announced on new scientific procedure which could prevent women with mitochondrial disease from passing it to their children

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

  • Enhanced checks to give public greater confidence in taxi drivers

    Taxi licensing authorities will be able to apply for enhanced vetting checks for all their taxi and private hire vehicle drivers under new government proposals to ensure the safety of vulnerable people.

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

  • Plug-in car grant extended to vans

    Up to £8000 off for those buying a plug-in van.

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

  • Plug-in car grant extended to vans

    The Plug-In Van Grant has launched.

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

  • Councils should help older people live at home for longer

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps and Communities Minister Andrew Stunell today called on councils to use every opportunity under the New Deal for…

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

  • Public given chance to vote off the weakest regulations

    Communities Minister Baroness Hanham is asking people to vote out policies they think are the weakest links, in a drive to eliminate ineffective…

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

  • London Common Law and Commercial Bar Lecture

    Speech by Attorney General Dominic Grieve QC MP

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

  • Statement on PM meeting with Irish Taoiseach Enda Kenny

    Prime Minister congratulated Taoiseach on steps Ireland is taking to implement its fiscal programme.

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

  • Sea King returns to duties after 18-month reconstruction

    After 18 months of reconstruction Sea King helicopter ZA298, from the Commando Helicopter Force, that was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) in Afghanistan, has returned to front line duties with 846 Naval Air Squadron.

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

  • Reviews to ensure safety of people seeking cosmetic treatments

    Health Secretary Andrew Lansley, today announced a series of steps to respond to recent concerns regarding PiP implants

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

  • IT systems and coding (including GS1)

    Standard coding and technology can make a big impact on transforming procurement in the NHS. Technology won’t change behaviours and attitudes…

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

  • Annual statement of fire safety issued

    The annual statement of fire safety recently issued covers the period 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2011.

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

  • Annual statement of fire safety management 2011

    The annual statement of fire safety management 2011, covering the period 1 January 2011 to 31 December 2011, is now due for completion. and…

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  • DCLG's work during the Christmas recess 2011

    The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government (Mr Eric Pickles): I would like to update Hon. Members on the main items of business…

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

  • YORKS soldiers on patrol in Helmand

    Nearly 500 members of 1 YORKS arrived in Helmand at the beginning of October 2011 for a six-month deployment in support of 20th Armoured Brigade…

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

  • Ofsted launches consultation for adoption support agency

    Sharper focus and shorter notice proposed as Ofsted launches its consultation for the inspection of adoption support agencies.

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  • Defence Secretary sees Olympic security plans taking shape

    Mr Hammond visited the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy in Dorset where Olympic and Paralympic watersport events will take place…

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