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  • 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

  • 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

  • Opportunities for businesses in MOD construction supply chain

    Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) is aiming to give a boost to businesses of all sizes by encouraging them to get involved in supply chains for future build, repair and maintenance contracts for the UK's Defence …

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

  • Prince and King visit HMS Liverpool

    The Type 42 destroyer is being decommissioned after 30 years in the Royal Navy and will be sailing into Portsmouth for the final time on Monday…

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes sanctions on Assad supporters

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has spoken after EU Foreign Ministers agreed to impose further sanctions on 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

  • Donald Brydon re-appointed as Chair of Royal Mail

    Commenting on the re-appointment today, Postal Affairs Minister Norman Lamb said: “Donald Brydon has proven over the last three years that …

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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

  • Alcohol industry sheds a billion units to cut hospital admissions and 1,000 deaths

    A billion units of alcohol will be shed by the alcohol industry through an ambitious plan to help customers drink within guidelines, Health Secretary Andrew Lansley announced today.

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

  • Public Health Responsibility Deal launches new alcohol pledge

    A new Public Health Responsibility Deal collective pledge is announced.

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

  • Tackling road works disruption in Yorkshire

    Road works permit scheme in Yorkshire approved.

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

  • Securing the future of the Fire Service College

    Fire and Rescue Minister Bob Neill has today announced the next steps in securing the future of the Fire Service College. Following a successful…

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

  • General strike in Portugal

    Due to a general strike in Portugal called for 22 March, flights to and from the country may be affected.

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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

  • Armed Forces' role in the Diamond Jubilee weekend

    From Royal Navy vessels accompanying the Royal Barge to Army gun salutes and RAF military bands, all three Services will play a key role in …

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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

  • David Willetts comments on GlaxoSmithKline’s investment in the UK

    “It also shows the company’s commitment to maintaining a strong research and development base in the UK - evidence that our life sciences strategy…

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

  • Captain Rupert Bowers killed in Afghanistan

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Captain Rupert William Michael Bowers was killed in Afghanistan on 21 March 2012.

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