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  • New generation tagging contract boosts British economy

    New satellite technology that will help track the movement of offenders in the community is set to be delivered by two British businesses, it was announced today.

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

  • Apprenticeships score top marks from businesses and apprentices

    Apprenticeships are highly praised: 78% of apprentices and 81% of businesses say they would recommend them to friends or other employers.

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

  • Open up seaside resorts to become more inclusive and woo the purple pound – says Minister for Disabled People

    Seaside resorts across England urged to open up their beaches to disabled people and benefit from the purple pound worth £80 billion a year.

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

  • Visit to “El Salvador Project”

    Staff of the Embassy in San Salvador visit a project in San Jose Villanueva, La Libertad.

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

  • UK specialists support a Code of Conduct for Sustainable Homes in Peru

    The UK’s Building Research Establishment and the Peruvian Ministry of Housing join forces to improve living and environmental conditions in Peru.

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

  • The world needs more action

    Ambassador Lyall Grant calls for more #Action on World Humanitarian Day

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

  • Matthew Bowcock, David Bryan, Julie Finch, David Joseph and Nazo Moosa join Arts Council England board

    Maria Miller appoints new members to the National Council of Arts Council England.

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

  • Fourteen personnel in Afghanistan Nimrod crash named

    It is with very great sadness and regret that the Ministry of Defence has confirmed the names of the fourteen British personnel killed following the crash of a Nimrod MR2 aircraft in Afghanistan on Saturday 2 September 2006.

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  • 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships in Namibia

    Applications for the 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships in Namibia open online from 01 September to 15 November 2013.

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

  • £109 billion of future government construction opportunities up for grabs

    Updated information has been published on proposed government construction projects through to 2020 and beyond.

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

  • Greening urges UK to back ‘unsung heroes’ of aid

    On World Humanitarian Day, Justine Greening calls on the public to thank aid workers who risk their lives to deliver aid around the world.

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

  • New government fund to support ‘shared family life’ scheme

    The Shared Lives scheme is receiving extra funding to help more isolated or vulnerable adults gain more independence.

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

  • World Humanitarian Day 2013

    A time to remember and honour humanitarian aid workers who have lost their lives while trying to help people in need around the world.

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

  • Over £ 20 Million in UK support for humanitarian work in Sri Lanka

    British High Commissioner issues statement to mark World Humanitarian Day.

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

  • UK still concerned about reported irregularities during Zimbabwe elections

    Minister for Africa hopes Southern African Development Community Summit will tackle reported irregularities during Zimbabwe elections.

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

  • Chief Commissioner of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission resigns

    Professor Michael O’Flaherty has announced he is stepping down from his position as Chief Commissioner at the end of October.

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

  • Change4Life encourages families to make a ‘Smart Restart’ to the new school year

    A major new Change4Life campaign that aims to help families introduce healthy changes to their school-time routines is launched by Public Health England.

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  • UK Delegation 2013 Industry Day

    Industry Day 2013 is an opportunity for UK companies to hear from British Government and NATO officials to learn about and discuss NATO's future strategic direction

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

  • UK Export Finance appoints new Chief Executive

    UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK’s Export Credit Agency, announced today that David Godfrey will be appointed as its new Chief Executive from 9th September 2013.

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

  • Launch of UK offshore wind industrial strategy

    The UK is now, and predicted to remain, the largest offshore wind market in Europe.

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