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  • New online patent inspection service launched

    The service is open to anyone, benefiting businesses researching patents, patent attorneys working for clients protecting their IP rights and…

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

  • Government proposes new rules to save SMEs £millions in reporting and accountancy fees

    The consultation on _Audit Exemptions and Change of Accounting Framework _sets out plans to allow more small companies and subsidiaries to decide…

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

  • Scottish Secretary calls for clarity over excise duty demands

    Michael Moore said the Scottish Government's call for the devolution of Excise Duty was "full of contradictions".

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

  • Big Society drive to boost local social action begins

    The £80 million Community First fund, which will provide small grants to community groups and local social action projects, opened today.

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

  • Strong response to Film Policy Review’s call for evidence

    Over 300 responses were received.

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

  • Government plans to slash live entertainment red tape

    Following the Red Tape Challenge, Minister vows to reduce ’pointless bureaucracy’ for smaller events.

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

  • Latest figures on UK aid spending released

    Today the British Government released the latest official figures on foreign aid spending up to 2010.

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

  • New research partnerships set to boost patient treatments and economic growth

    The government has launched the first two National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) partnerships for early stage health research

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

  • NHS Pay Review Body: Review for 2012

    Pay uplifts for most NHS staff are determined by the Government in the light of the recommendations of the independent Pay Review Bodies, which…

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

  • Publication of research report No.777: Maternity and Paternity Rights and Women Returners Survey 2009/10

    Findings are published today of a survey of over 2000 mothers and 1,200 fathers of children born in 2008.

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

  • Statement on the allegations relating to the University of Wales

    Welsh Secretary Cheryl Gillan said: “I support the UKBA’s decision to look into the worrying allegations relating to the University of Wales…

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

  • Social Care bulletin, September/October 2011

    The regular Social Care bulletin: issue 18

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

  • New dawn in legal sector will give boost to UK business and customers

    The public are set to benefit from modern, joined-up legal services after Jonathan Djanogly announced the start of radical changes.

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

  • Gibb: simpler, fairer funding system to improve post-16 education

    Schools Minister Nick Gibb sets out proposals to overhaul education for pupils of 16 and over.

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

  • PM visits Worldskills 2011

    Prime Minister David Cameron today visited WorldSkills London 2011 - the biggest skills Competition, jobs and careers event in the world.

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

  • Welcome rise in affordable housing

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has welcomed new figures showing the largest increase in the supply of affordable homes since the mid-1990s. …

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

  • UKBA consultation on family migration: consultation response

    Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC) response to the UK Border Agency (UKBA) consultation on family migration.…

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

  • Light Rail Awards

    Steps the government is taking to support light rail systems.

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

  • Freedom of Expression on the Internet Expert Group meets

    Minister of State Jeremy Browne today chaired the second meeting of the Foreign Office's Expert Group on freedom of expression on the internet.

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

  • Foreign Secretary disappointed by Russian and Chinese veto of UNSCR on Syria

    Foreign Secretary William Hague says Britain will continue to stand side by side with the Syrian people and redouble efforts to work with international partners to increase pressure on the regime.

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