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  • The role of energy innovation in helping the UK to meet its low carbon and energy security goals

    Speech by Greg Barker at the Low Carbon Innovation Coordination Group Strategic Framework Briefing and Networking Event.

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

  • Chancellor speaks on tax and benefits

    Speech by the Chancellor at the start of an important week of tax and benefit changes.

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

  • Plans for £38 billion investment in railways unveiled

    Millions of passengers across the country will benefit from the £38 billion 5-year plan to transform the railways.

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

  • Dredging begins on the River Parrett in Somerset

    Dredging of one of the major rivers in the Somerset Moors and Levels will begin today (31 March 2014), the Environment Agency announced.

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

  • Latest bowel cancer screening technique reaps benefits

    PHE figures show that the roll out target of screening centres offering the latest bowel cancer screening test has been exceeded.

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  • UK knowledge investment continues to grow

    New figures published today (31 March 2014) show that UK business is building success through knowledge and creative assets.

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

  • Prime Minister's words at Muslim News Awards

    David Cameron gave a speech at the Muslim News Awards for Excellence.

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

  • British Embassy underlines support for UNMISS and calls for better humanitarian access in South Sudan

    The following press statement was issued on 28 March by US, United Kingdom, Norway, France, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada missions, and European Union delegation in South Sudan.

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

  • Flag flying high to celebrate West Riding Day

    In celebrating West Riding Day the historic county’s flag has taken pride of place outside the department’s offices.

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

  • Baroness Warsi welcomes conclusions of UN Human Rights Council

    The UN Human Rights Council concluded its 25th Session today with important resolutions on Sri Lanka, DPRK, Iran, Syria and Burma.

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

  • Foreign Secretary calls for immediate action on humanitarian crisis in Syria

    William Hague calls on Assad regime to provide immediate humanitarian access to 9.3m people in need in Syria.

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

  • "This scholarship will allow me to pursue my dream of becoming a doctor and support my family"

    How UK aid is improving girls’ lives in Pakistan by helping them gain a higher education and empowering them to pursue careers.

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  • 64th Königswinter Conference

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington spoke about the situation in Ukraine and Europe’s wider role in the world at the Königswinter Conference.

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

  • Business-University Collaboration: the current Greek potential

    British Graduates discuss business-university collaboration and its benefits for students, graduates, universities, businesses & economy

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

  • DPRK Human Rights Violations Condemned

    UN Human Rights Council says “systematic and widespread human rights violations in the DPRK” cannot remain unpunished.

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

  • Federation of Small Businesses conference 2014

    Matthew Hancock speaks at the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) annual conference.

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

  • Chancellor announces £4.8m science boost for Manchester

    Funding for Manchester University and Museum of Science and Industry will inspire next generation of scientists and engineers

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

  • British Virgin Islands accepting bids for Overseas Territories Programme Fund

    The OTPF complements territories’ own resources to support the security and good governance of the UK’s Overseas Territories.

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

  • Government puts small business at the heart of the economy

    Small businesses throughout the country are at the heart of government’s long term economic plan.

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

  • £4 million for agricultural innovation

    Businesses and spin-outs from universities across the UK have received a share of £4 million of funding from government and industry.

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