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  • Statement on Prime Minister's meeting with President Aliyev of Azerbaijan

    "Trade - in particular oil and gas - was high on the agenda, with the Prime Minister saying he hoped that the UK and Azerbaijan could build on the successes of UK companies in the region and encourage further investment…

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

  • Local Audit Bill to create robust new regime and help save taxpayer £650 million

    A new local audit regime that delivers value for money, greater responsibility for local bodies and the same tough audit standards was set out…

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

  • DFID research: New Learning Resource to Support and Tackle Climate Change

    Institute of Development Studies (IDS) and DFID launch new learning resource to support ongoing learning and development on climate change.

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

  • Statistical Press notice: PIP breast implants

    The following statistics were released today by the Department of Health: Latest weekly PIP implant data** (covering the period 6th January…

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

  • Government publishes vision for building societies

    The government has published a discussion document setting out its vision for the building societies sector.

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

  • Cities' economic power unlocked in radical power shift

    Government has agreed to devolve new powers to England’s largest cities in a series of unique deals that will help them invest in growth, improve…

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

  • Future Reserve Forces 2020

    Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has announced that the Government accepts the broad thrust of the six recommendations made in the review of the United Kingdom's Reserve Forces published on 18 July 2011.

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

  • Cities’ economic power unlocked in radical power shift

    The core cities are Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle, Nottingham, Sheffield and Manchester. These eight largest and most economically…

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

  • Business Secretary backs growth in Yorkshire

    Business Secretary Vince Cable said: “The Government is committed to help close the gap between North and South and encourage strong and …

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

  • Lord Deben put forward as Chair of Committee on Climate Change

    Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey today announced that Lord Deben has been selected as the preferred candidate to succeed Lord…

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

  • Armitt report hails construction of Olympic Park a superb advertisement for UK

    Olympic project a perfect mix of expertise, imagination and ambition.

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

  • Views sought on which 2-year-olds should get free early education

    A consultation is announced about which 2-year-olds should be entitled to a free early education.

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

  • Prime Minister's speech on the London 2012 Olympics

    "For me, that vision is about buildings, about people, about sport and about the economy, about legacy and inspiration for the future - and I want us to break records on every one."

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

  • Competition drives down cost of Dounreay closure

    The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority says significant acceleration in the clean-up and shutdown of Dounreay will bring real value to the taxpayer who funds the work.

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  • Nottingham cheers home 2 MERCIAN from Afghanistan

    Hundreds of people lined the streets of Nottingham and Derby last week to welcome home the soldiers of 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment (2 MERCIAN).

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

  • New lease to make life simpler for small businesses

    The Small Business Lease, which is free to download and use, will in particular help new and independent retailers.

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

  • Norman Lamb sets out plans to develop a mutual Post Office

    Mutual businesses can deliver greater staff engagement, lower staff turnover and higher customer satisfaction. Evidence shows they are less …

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

  • Pubs to have their say on how regulations are enforced

    Mark Prisk, Business and Enterprise Minister, said: “Pubs are the beating heart of our communities. They are essential for people to relax…

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

  • Government shows support for employee ownership

    Speaking at a summit at the Institute of Chartered Accountants, the Deputy Prime Minister confirmed Government will act on recommendations put…

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

  • Afghanistan: Future at risk if development not prioritised

    The international community must make long-term development commitments to Afghanistan or it risk gains being lost, warns Andrew Mitchell

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