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  • Government action on councils failing to plan new homes

    Sajid Javid has written to 15 local authorities in England to inform them of decisions on intervention following continued failure to produce a local plan.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • ‘Enthusiasm’ for the UK-Mexico partnership

    Graham Stuart's speech at Mexico Day 2018, hosted by the Mexican Chamber of Commerce, emphasising the strength of the UK-Mexico Commercial relationship, and outlining the potential for a future trade agreement.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Amanda Spielman speech to Annual Apprenticeships Conference

    Ofsted's Chief Inspector discusses the quality of apprenticeships, changes in the sector and Ofsted's role at the Annual Apprenticeship Conference in Birmingham.

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  • Nick Gibb attends International Summit of the Teaching Profession

    School Standards Minister celebrates the dedication and passion of teachers around the world.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Human Rights Council 37: UK statement under Item 10

    This UK statement was delivered at the 37th session of the Human Rights Council during the discussion of Item 10, held 22 March 2018.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • One million people lifted out of absolute poverty

    The number of people living in absolute poverty has fallen by 1 million since 2010, according to statistics released today.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • £215 million boost for council homelessness services

    Councils across the country are set to receive a share of over £215 million from 2019 to prevent homelessness.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Equal access to education and care for all women in Macedonia

    British Embassy supports development of inclusive policies and services in Macedonia to help women have improved quality of life.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • British judge highlights threats to judicial independence in Guatemala

    In line with the British Embassy’s efforts to tackle corruption, Sir Ross Cranston attended the forum ‘the importance of the election of Guatemala’s next Attorney General and the Future of Justice’ on 21 March in Guatemala C…

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Human Rights Council 37: Joint Statement on Sri Lanka

    This joint statement was delivered at the 37th Session of the Human Rights Council on behalf of Macedonia, Montenegro, the United States & the United Kingdom the during the UN High Commissioner's report on Sri Lanka,…

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Delivering Government Major Projects in a Modern Age

    'Project delivery is at the heart of government activity. It touches almost everything that we do.' says Tony Meggs

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Employment rate reaches joint record high

    The employment rate is at 75.3% – up from 74.6% compared to a year ago and the joint highest since records began.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • We need to do better on social care

    Jeremy Hunt outlines the 7 key principles that will guide the government's thinking ahead of the social care green paper, to be published later in 2018.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Justice Secretary unveils new bill to cut car insurance premiums

    Justice Secretary David Gauke today (20 March 2018) unveiled the Civil Liability Bill, offering hope of lower insurance premiums to millions of motorists.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Funding boost to give more children healthy start to the day

    More than 1,770 schools set to benefit from £26 million to boost breakfast clubs in disadvantaged areas.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Minister for Europe visits Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Sir Alan Duncan visited Sarajevo for high-level talks with Foreign Ministers from across the Western Balkans.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK announces $13 million for the Lebanese Armed Forces

    The courage and professionalism of the Armed Forces who risk their lives daily to protect their country, have earned them the trust and respect of the public.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • New action to improve outcomes for children with additional needs

    Edward Timpson to carry out a review into school exclusions to better understand inequalities that exist in the system.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • UK aid provides healthcare and education to Palestinian refugees

    Minister highlights UK’s commitment to supporting Palestinian refugees and calls on other countries to do more

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government

  • Schools Minister launches programme to boost leadership

    School Standards Minister Nick Gibb visited Greater Manchester for the launch of a government funded programme to support future school leaders.

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    First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government