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  • Vince Cable signs multi-million pound export deal to China

    This deal and future business stemming from the agreement is valued at around £45 million to the British pig industry over the next five years.

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

  • Earthquake and volcanic activity in Indonesia

    Bad weather is hampering rescue efforts to the tsunami hit Mentawai Islands. Mount Merapi volcano continues to erupt violently.

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

  • Zeinab Badawi on freedom of expression in the UK

    In a Foreign Office film launched today, the Sudanese-born BBC World News anchor celebrates the liberties we enjoy in Britain, considering them real cornerstones of democracy.

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

  • Immigration: Home Secretary's speech of 5 November 2010

    This speech was delivered on 5 November 2010. The speech is checked against delivery (content considered political has been removed).

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

  • Grants for joint UK-Israel scientific research announced

    Ten joint British-Israeli research projects which tackle global challenges in Energy and the Environment have been selected to receive funding through the Britain Israel Research and Academic Exchange Partnership, BIRAX.

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

  • Independent review launched to ensure IP system promotes growth

    Prime Minister David Cameron unveiled the six-month review during a speech to an audience of high tech businesses and entrepreneurs in London…

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

  • Statement on higher education funding and student finance

    With permission Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on Higher Education Funding and Student Finance. This follows the statement made…

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

  • Navy team boards and destroys pirate ship

    A Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessel, deployed as part of an international naval task force operating in the Somali Basin, has located, boarded and destroyed a pirate vessel found to be carrying assault rifles and rocket-propelled…

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

  • Progressive plans for higher education

    Universities play a key role in promoting social mobility as well as economic growth. The new reforms will offer a more generous package of …

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

  • Relate Annual Conference

    Speech by the Rt Hon Iain Duncan Smith

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

  • New endowment fund to turn around weakest schools and raise standards for disadvantaged pupils

    Education Secretary Michael Gove commits £110 million to an education endowment designed to raise standards in the weakest schools.

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

  • Heart of the community' conference

    Draft text of the speech - may differ from the delivered version. Speech delivered on behalf of the Secretary of State. Introduction It…

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

  • Courageous Royal Marine honoured by his community

    Hundreds of Street residents turned out to cheer and wave flags as the parish council conferred the distinction to recognise WO1 Tomlinson&rsquo…

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

  • The Rt Hon Chris Huhne MP's speech to LSE

    As delivered Thanks very much. Three years ago, the credit crunch hit home. Three years ago, the economy suffered its most profound shock…

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

  • Dorset flag to fly at Department for Communities and Local Government

    The flag representing the historic county of Dorset has been hoisted above the department's offices.

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

  • Government wants new generation of social housing entrepreneurs

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps today urged councils and housing associations to help unlock their tenants’ entrepreneurial talents and allow …

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

  • New global plan to protect our natural environment

    Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman welcomed a new biodiversity agreement reached in Nagoya, Japan, which sets new targets to protect the world's natural environment.

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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

  • Journey through the afterlife

    Ancient Egyptian exhibition at the British Museum.

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

  • Marine Management Organisation Chair Chris Parry steps down

    The Secretary of State has accepted the resignation of Chris Parry as Chair of the Marine Management Organisation (MMO).

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