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  • Speech by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Chloe Smith MP; Westminster Forum

    Speech on energy policy and taxation.

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

  • Minister visits Pontypridd to mark Valleys rail investment: ‘A vote of confidence for businesses in the area’

    The Wales Office Minister David Jones visited Tydfil Training in Pontypridd today to mark UK Government’s plans to electrify South Wales Valley…

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

  • Welsh railways investment a monumental boost for economy

    Secretary of State with officials at Cardiff Central Station, courtesy of Matthew Horwood photography Secretary of State for Wales Cheryl…

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

  • PM and Deputy PM in Birmingham

    PM: "We are creating a fast, modern, reliable railway with more capacity and cleaner electric trains."

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

  • Access and achievement expert panel

    Ofsted announced details of the expert panel that will look into access and achievement issues to inform a major report.

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  • Definition of environmental tax published

    The government has today published its definition of environmental taxes.

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

  • PCC oath of impartiality

    Police and crime commissioners (PCCs) will be required to swear an oath of impartiality.

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

  • Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)

    DVLA to modernise services saving £26 million a year.

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

  • Olympics airspace restrictions begin

    Extra airspace restrictions around London and the South East, designed to ensure a safe and secure London 2012 Olympic Games, started at midnight on Saturday 14 July.

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

  • August 2011 riots

    Statement by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles on the response to the August 2011 riots

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

  • Bob Neill visits Weymouth and Portland as Olympic flame visits Dorset

    Fire and Olympic Legacy Minister Bob Neill, was in Weymouth and Portland on 12 July to meet local partners and community leaders to thank them…

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

  • Foreign Secretary condemns 'shocking and appalling' new Syrian massacre

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said the time has come for "decisive diplomatic action to bring about a peaceful end to the violence".

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

  • New proposals for consumer rights

    Government launches new consultation on a consumer bill of rights, seeking your views on strengthening and modernising consumer law.

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

  • New proposals to strengthen and clarify consumer rights

    The consultation seeks views on rights and remedies for goods and services and digital content supplied under a contract. The Bill of Rights…

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

  • 15 communities chosen to run learning pilot schemes

    The ‘Community Learning Trusts’ will involve colleges, adult education services, businesses and voluntary organisations working together with…

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

  • Written Ministerial Statement on the Renewables Obligation Banding Review

    25 July 2012 Today my department is publishing the Government’s decision on the levels of financial support that will be available through …

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

  • Olympic Border Force prepared for peak Olympic arrivals

    Border Force is fully prepared to cope with the peak of Olympic Games arrivals. It will be implement plans and man every desk at peak times.

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

  • Consultation begins with unions on facility time

    A consultation about paid time off work for trade union duties and activities for civil servants has been launched.

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

  • Francis Maude visits England’s first social enterprise hospice

    Francis Maude today visited the first hospice in England to be run by its staff as a mutual - the John Taylor Hospice, Birmingham.

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

  • Welsh Secretary: “Farnborough a valuable forum for Welsh aviation sector”

    Secretary of State for Wales, Cheryl Gillan will meet key players in the global aviation industry and promote the strength and innovative capabilities…

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