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  • Backing small business

    New government measures announced to help the 4.8 million small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK grow and boost enterprise across Britain.

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

  • Shanghai Expo hailed as success for the UK

    Over 7 million people visited the UK Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo, which finished this weekend.

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

  • Cross government action to unleash enterprise and help small business

    These businesses will be vital to economic growth as they are at the heart of the economy, providing 60 per cent of jobs and half of GDP. But…

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

  • Backing small business

    The government has announced plans which will help small and medium sized businesses flourish and encourage entrepreneurs.

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

  • Statement on European Council meeting

    A statement by PM David Cameron to the House of Commons following the October European Council meeting in Brussels.

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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 over the past week.

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

  • The Single Market is “essential to this government’s agenda for trade and competitiveness”

    Minister for Europe David Lidington set out how the EU needs to adjust in order to encourage economic recovery in a speech to the Policy Exchange earlier this week.

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

  • Skills Minister says Olympic apprentices must be given new opportunity

    Under Government plans, regulations to the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning (ASCL) Act 2009 will be submitted to Parliament to…

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

  • Secretary of State for Wales, Fast Growth 50 Awards

    Cheryl Gillan addresses the 12th Annual Fast Growth 50 Gala Dinner and Awards at Mercure Holland House Hotel & Spa, Cardiff.

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

  • Emir of Qatar rounds off 3-day State Visit

    His Highness The Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani and his consort Her Highness Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser Al-Missned left London this afternoon, ending a 3-day State Visit to the UK.

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

  • Government kickstarts new plans for local growth

    Ministers announced the first wave of successful partnerships today as part of a new plan for local economic growth, which sets out the Government…

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

  • £1.3 billion funding deal for the post office

    The Government has today announced funding over the next four years to maintain and modernise the Post Office network.

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

  • Travel Advice for Champions League and Europa League matches next week

    Manchester United, Rangers, Arsenal and Manchester City are playing in Europe next week. Check our travel advice if you're going to the match.

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

  • Progress in Afghanistan is the "top foreign policy priority for the Government"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that it "remains vital to our national security that Afghanistan be able to maintain its own security to prevent al-Qaeda from returning".

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

  • Postal Services Bill Second Reading – Vince Cable Opening Speech – 27 October 2010

    Mr. Speaker, I beg to move that this Bill be read a second time. INTRODUCTION Mr. Speaker, let me begin by making it clear why we are here…

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

  • £1.3 billion funding deal for the Post Office

    Business Secretary Vince Cable said: “The Post Office network is a cornerstone of British life. Our £1.3 billion funding package will reverse…

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

  • Workplace pension reforms will get Britain saving - Webb

    Millions of people can look forward to greater financial security in retirement, as Government sets out its plans to introduce automatic enrolment…

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

  • "The craft so long to lerne": Skills and their Place in Modern Britain

    Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for coming. The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufacturers and Commerce, is probably the…

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

  • China makes London top for investment

    London maintains its status as top destination for global foreign direct investment.

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

  • UK packaging recycling targets for 2011 and 2012 and summary of packaging consultation published

    UK packaging recycling targets for 2011 and 2012 have been published today.

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