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  • Record 30 million people in jobs

    Employment hit a new record high this month with over 30 million people in jobs for the first time.

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

  • Treasury analysis shows £1.6 billion funding gap in Scottish independence White Paper

    The transparent analysis, which is consistent with the Autumn Statement 2013 forecasts and Budget methodology, has been published in full.

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

  • Second annual progress report on the roll-out of smart meters

    Written Ministerial Statement by Edward Davey on progress of smart meter roll-out

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

  • Welsh Secretary publishes draft Wales Bill

    Legislation set to deliver ambitious package for Wales.

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

  • UK pays tribute to former President Nelson Mandela

    As the news of the death of Nelson Mandela was announced tributes poured in from around the world.

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

  • Accelerating action to stop rogue EU benefit claims

    The Prime Minister announces from 1 January 2014 all EU jobseekers have to wait for 3 months before they can apply for out of work benefits.

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

  • "The UK is firmly behind a strong UN presence in Afghanistan"

    UK statement by Deputy Permanent Representative Peter Wilson to the UN Security Council open debate on Afghanistan

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

  • Hello...Goodbye! New Policy Officer in the Governor's Office

    Our current Staff Officer, Tom Hines is all set to move back to London, and we welcome our new Policy Officer, Joanne Vaughan.

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

  • Press briefing: afternoon 17 December 2013

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on airports, Lord Hanningfield, Syria and Boris Johnson.

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

  • Statement of new regulation: total savings to business exceeds £1 billion

    Further progress in the government’s drive to eliminate unnecessary red tape is set out in the latest 6 monthly progress update.

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

  • Business given power to scrutinise regulators’ performance

    Business Minister Michael Fallon announces a new initiative that puts the reform of regulatory enforcement in the hands of business.

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

  • Transport Infrastructure

    Airports Commission and Network rail re-classification oral statement.

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

  • Disability and health employment strategy launched

    Our new strategy sets out ideas on how to help more disabled people and those with health conditions get into and stay in work.

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

  • Next steps for shale gas production

    The government has published a regulatory roadmap for shale oil and gas developers along with a Strategic Environmental Assessment report for consultation.

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

  • 2013 Antarctic Summer Season

    Exciting times ahead for British Polar science - BAT Commissioner Peter Hayes sends his best wishes to British Antarctic Survey (BAS) staff.

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

  • Press briefing: morning 17 December 2013

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on fracking, the House of Lords, airport expansion and the Olympics.

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

  • £2.3 million to open London’s professional services to more apprentices

    An innovative apprenticeships programme will be delivered in the capital’s professional services sector after a £2.3 million boost.

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

  • Water abstraction reforms published

    Consultation is launched on reforms to the abstraction licence system

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

  • Airports Commission publishes interim report

    The independent review concludes that there is a need for 1 additional runway to be in operation in the south east of the UK by 2030.

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  • Press briefing: afternoon 16 December 2013

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on Afghanistan, an immigration cap and energy bills.

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