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  • Key stage 2 review of testing, assessment and accountability: government response

    Michael Gove accepts all the recommendations of Lord Bew’s independent review of testing, assessment and accountability at the end of primary school.

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

  • Government sets out vision to support parents and families

    Children's Minister Sarah Teather's reforms to early years education.

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

  • PM begins Africa trade mission

    Prime Minister David Cameron has travelled to South Africa on a two-day visit to Africa to boost trade.

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

  • Councils freed from begging bowl put on path to growth

    Councils will get to keep their own business rates under new local government financing proposals that will be fair and benefit those that grow…

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

  • One year on and vanguard communities instigate social change

    Minister for Decentralisation, Greg Clark, announced today that any citizen who wants to take social action and find community-led solutions…

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

  • Lance Corporal Paul Watkins killed in Afghanistan

    It is with regret that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Lance Corporal Paul Watkins, from 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's), was killed in Afghanistan on Saturday 16 July 2011.

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  • Government response to Lord Bew key stage 2 review published

    Government’s response to the review and how the recommendations will be taken forward.

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

  • Foreign Secretary marks International Criminal Justice Day

    Foreign Secretary William Hague described International Criminal Justice Day as an "important moment" to remember those seeking justice for appalling crimes.

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

  • British businesses receive royal award

    Over 150 Queen's Awards for Enterprise 2011 have been awarded to businesses from across the UK.

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

  • 2011/07/15 - Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) Gala Dinner

    Speech delivered by Minister for International Security Strategy at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire on Friday 15 July 2011.

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

  • Why the Horn of Africa matters to the UK

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that it is right both morally and in the national interest to work with the Horn of Africa.

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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

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes progress in the UN negotiation of an Arms Trade Treaty

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt has commented on the United Nations Preparatory Committee meeting which concluded today in New York.

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

  • Minister for Europe comments on court hearing in Uzbekistan

    Minister for Europe David Lidington has spoken after a member of British Embassy staff found guilty at court hearing in Tashkent.

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

  • Yalta memorial speech: Britain and Ukraine - partners for reform

    Minister for Europe David Lidington has spoken about the importance of a stable and prosperous Ukraine, firmly embedded in the international community.

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

  • Royal Marines help clear Helmand route of IEDs

    Royal Marines have recently helped cleared explosive devices from a key route in Helmand, allowing vital access for coalition forces and locals.

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

  • Organising homecoming parades

    In a rare glimpse behind the scenes, Leigh Hamilton reports on the hugely important task of planning and executing a homecoming parade.

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

  • Government appoints Careline services to deliver Business Link helpline

    The telephone helpline is an important part of the Government’s new framework of support for businesses. In conjunction with the Businesslink…

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

  • £30 million fund for charity support services opens

    A £30 million Big Society fund has opened - it helps organisations that support charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises.

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

  • 2012 Olympics, superfast broadband, media reform, sport for young people and new Lottery priorities at heart of DCMS Structural Reform Plan

    Jeremy Hunt publishes the DCMS Structural Reform Plan.

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