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  • DECC lays foundations for smart meters rollout

    A crucial step in delivering the UK’s energy security and low carbon future was taken today with the publication of the Government’s plans for…

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

  • Government to save millions on ICT

    Francis Maude today launched a major strategy for cutting public spending on government information and communication technology.

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

  • The Budget will help rebalance the Welsh Economy, Cheryl Gillan tells Welsh Grand Committee

    Measures announced in last week’s Budget will help rebalance the Welsh economy and promote long-term sustainable growth, Welsh Secretary told…

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

  • Boost for voluntary and community groups as funding is extended

    Decentralisation Minister Greg Clark has confirmed that funding for vital community projects through the Communitybuilders scheme will continue…

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

  • Grant Shapps offers 'Build Now, Pay Later' deal to developers

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today offered developers a Build Now, Pay Later deal to get work started on thousands of new homes without…

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

  • Early years foundation stage to be radically slimmed down

    Dame Clare Tickell recommends streamlining the EYFS to make it more focused on making sure children start school ready to learn.

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

  • Community Budgets in 16 pioneering areas

    Eric Pickles speaks about Community Budgets which are being tested by 16 pioneering areas.

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

  • Business Secretary focuses on growth during Welsh manufacturing tour

    Vince Cable attended a roundtable discussion in Swansea hosted by the South Wales Chamber of Commerce with leading manufacturers across the …

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

  • International co-operation essential for e-privacy

    Communications Minister Ed Vaizey has called for international collaboration to produce a consistent set of rules covering e-privacy

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

  • CBI forum on e-privacy and the digital economy

    Today more than 40 million of us in the UK regularly use the internet, with 13 million of us able to get online anywhere, anytime through our…

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

  • 'People power' revolution to tackle neighbourhood crime

    A new approach to community activism that will see people reclaiming their streets, was set out in a report published by Baroness Newlove.

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

  • Speech by the Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Mark Hoban MP at TheCityUK

    Speech by the Financial Secretary to the Treasury.

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

  • DWP Research Report no. 728: 'An Evaluation of the Sanction of Housing Benefit'

    Research published by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) presents findings from an evaluation of the sanction of Housing Benefit.

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

  • Deputy Prime Minister visits Mexico and the United States

    High-level delegation includes UK education and business leaders.

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

  • Eric Pickles predicts public service shake up as community budgets begin

    Local areas having a single pot of funding to spend on local problems are key to the future for public services and spending, Local Government…

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

  • Kwame Kwei-Armah on multicultural Britain

    In a Foreign Office film launched today, British actor and playwright Kwame Kwei-Armah discusses why he believes the UK is now the centre of the Black diaspora world and how it’s a country of diverse cultures.

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

  • 3D technology helps helicopters land on sand

    The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) and industry partners have showcased new technology that helps helicopter pilots land more safely in sandy and dusty environments such as those found in Afghanistan.

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

  • Police reform: Nick Herbert's speech to the IPPR on who runs the police

    This speech was given to the IPPR on Monday 28 March 2011. Parts of the speech deemed political have been removed.

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

  • Earthquake in Japan

    An earthquake with a magnitude of 9.0 struck 250 miles (400km) from Tokyo on Friday 11 March. Latest updates on the UK's humanitarian response are posted here.

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

  • London 2012 Olympic Games to leave its mark on sustainable living

    New funding to start projects providing a ‘greenprint’ to help local residents turn derelict land into refreshing green spaces, recycle more…

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