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  • Cash to wounded warriors: government commitment to support our troops beyond the battlefield

    Cash payments for councils who have adapted the homes of wounded soldiers injured in the line of duty were announced today by Housing Minister…

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

  • Federation of Small Businesses Annual Conference

    Good morning. I was due to attend last year’s conference, but on the day I received a 5am call in my hotel room in Liverpool summoning me back…

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

  • Government launches new counter proliferation strategy

    The Government has launched its new National Counter Proliferation Strategy ahead of the Nuclear Security Summit in Seoul on 26-27 March.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • 100 days till Armed Forces Day

    This year's Armed Forces Day, to be held on Saturday 30 June, is now only 100 days away.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes tough EU sanctions on Iran

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has spoken after a new round of EU sanctions on Iran were agreed by Foreign Ministers in Brussels.

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

  • Minister for the Middle East welcomes UN steps to ensure accountability in Syria

    The UN Human Rights Council in Geneva has today adopted a resolution which further condemns the appalling human rights violations in Syria.

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

  • Cable backs small businesses to grow

    Speaking at the Federation of Small Businesses conference Dr Cable set out the practical steps Government is taking to help SMEs and boost business…

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

  • Obsolete red tape to be scrapped within retail and manufacturing sector

    A consultation launched today proposes removing regulations in retail and manufacturing sectors that the Red Tape Challenge has identified as…

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

  • World-leading energy firm invests in uk

    23 March 2012 Wind turbine manufacturer Gamesa today gave a huge vote of confidence to the UK offshore wind industry by announcing their plans…

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

  • Sport Relief: UK backs public support for African slum help

    Support from the government will help to improve the lives of a million people living in African slums

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

  • Ambitious new alcohol strategy launched

    Radical plans to turn the tide against irresponsible drinking and empower communities to reclaim their high streets were unveiled today by home secretary Theresa May.

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

  • Statistical press notice: Monthly critical care beds, cancelled urgent operations and delayed transfers of care data, England – February 2012

    The main findings for February 2012 were: Critical Care Beds •    There were 3,744 adult critical care beds available and 3,198 occupied giving…

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

  • Sir Michael Wilshaw's speech to ASCL conference

    Her Majesty's Chief Inspector sets out plans for more heads to get involved in school inspection.

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  • Budget 2012

    An additional £420m to stimulate local economic growth was announced by the Chancellor in his Budget. There will be additional funds for: …

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

  • The maritime security challenge

    Speech by Lord Astor, Under Secretary of State.

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

  • Making the most of our relations with Latin America

    Foreign Office Minister Lord Howell reaffirmed Britain's commitment to deepening relations and co-operation with Latin America at the Latin America Investment Forum.

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

  • Foot Guards receive Freedom of Birmingham

    In a very rare, if not unique, distinction, all five regiments of Foot Guards received the Freedom of the City on Wednesday 21 March. The honour…

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

  • UK forces help Afghan police hold community party

    UK forces have helped members of the Afghan Uniform Police hold a party for hundreds of people in Helmand province, Afghanistan

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

  • Edward Davey speech to Climate & Resource Security Dialogue for the 21st Century conference

    Check against delivery Introduction Thank you very much. On behalf of Her Majesty’s Government, let me welcome you all to Lancaster House…

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