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  • Action on Council Tax a helping hand to residents cost of living, says Eric Pickles

    The Communities Secretary hailed new rules for 2013 that mean taxpayers can now choose to pay their bill over 12 months rather than 10.

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

  • New Year message from the Secretary of State for Wales

    Secretary of State for Wales David Jones MP looks back on 2012 and identifies opportunities for 2013.

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

  • If you truly lead, we will support you

    British High Commissioner Michael Nevin tips Malawi to graduate from aid dependency through a vision and action plan that Malawians own

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

  • Ministerial statement on UN sanctions against the M23, FDLR, Eric Badege and Jean-Marie Runiga Legerero

    FCO Minister for Africa comments on vote agreeing sanctions against groups and individuals involved in the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

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

  • Driving this New Year's Eve? Try a mocktail

    The Department for Transport has produced a number of non-alcoholic cocktail recipes to help designated drivers celebrate in style.

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

  • Calls to curb cosmetic surgery sales techniques

    People want to see tighter restrictions around the cosmetic surgery industry.

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

  • David Cameron's 2013 New Year message

    Prime Minister David Cameron looks ahead to 2013 in his New Year message.

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

  • The New Year Honours Lists 2013

    The New Year’s Honours Lists 2013 are published today in recognition of the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK.

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

  • Statement on the death of William Rees-Mogg

    The Prime Minister has issued a statement following the death of William Rees-Mogg.

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

  • Surviving Sandy

    The Defence Attache in Washington, Major General Buster Howes, recalls his role in helping to manage the crisis that was Hurricane Sandy.

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

  • Press Release: Graduate apprenticeships for the professions introduced

    Graduate and post-graduate level apprenticeships will soon be available in subjects including law, accountancy and advanced engineering, Skills…

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

  • Next Generation Shared Services to save millions for taxpayers

    Changes to the way government shares its corporate services are set to radically improve efficiency across departments and save money.

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

  • New research shows early intervention is key in helping children with special needs

    Reactions to recent findings about how to improve education for special needs children.

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

  • Press Release: Know your shopper's rights before you hit the winter sales

    As Boxing Day sales begin and January sales loom, Consumer Affairs Minister Jo Swinson is urging consumers to shop responsibly and be aware …

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

  • Peerage for the Lord Archbishop of Canterbury

    Peerage for Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury upon his retirement from the See of Canterbury.

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

  • FCO Minister appalled by killing of civilians at bakery in Syria

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt condemns shelling that killed over 60 people queuing for bread at a bakery in Halfaya, Syria .

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

  • "Fair funding, sensible savings and bill freeze is the right road for councils" says Eric Pickles

    New style local settlement to reward striving councils with more income.

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

  • Adoption support reform announced

    Package of reforms aimed at improving adoption support announced today by the Prime Minister.

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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

  • MOD gives blueprint to potential infrastructure partners

    The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), the Ministry of Defence's (MOD) property and services provider, has issued the document which allows the three short-listed teams to prepare detailed bids to potentially bec…

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