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  • East Midlands councils annual general meeting 2010

    Draft text of the speech - may differ from the delivered version. I would like to start by thanking Councillor David Parsons (CBE) for inviting…

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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 news from 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

  • Rail franchising: future of rail franchising consultation

    Theresa Villiers, informs the House that the department has published a consultation on the future of rail franchising policy.

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

  • Regional government

    In our first two months in government we have demonstrated our commitment to localism, decentralisation and rolling back regional government…

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

  • John Hayes launches consultations on the future of further education and skills

    Thank you and good morning everyone. Ever since I’ve been in politics, I’ve spoken out for adult learning. In that time, I’ve seen plenty of…

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

  • 2010/07/22 - ADS Charity Dinner in support of SSAFA Forces Help

    Speech delivered by Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology at the RAF Club, Piccadilly, London on Thursday 22 July 2010.

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

  • Lord Howell meets Zimbabwean Deputy Prime Minister

    FCO Minister discusses reform and the economy with Professor Arthur Mutambara, Deputy Prime Minister of Zimbabwe.

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

  • Prime Minister promotes trade in New York

    The PM discussed trade and investment opportunities in the UK with senior business leaders during a visit to New York City.

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

  • John Hayes appointed to joint role

    As Minister of State at the Department for Education he will be responsible for apprenticeships (16 - 18) and careers advice. John Hayes said…

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

  • Government publishes AV referendum Bill

    The question voters will be asked in next year’s referendum on the Alternative Vote system has been published for the first time.

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

  • Airport to revitalise British St Helena

    The go ahead for an airport on the island of St Helena will be given by International Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell - subject to strict pre-conditions – on the basis that it will provide best value for the British ta…

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

  • Defra announces changes to arm’s length bodies

    Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman today announced reforms to more than 30 of Defra’s arm’s length bodies.

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

  • Written Ministerial Statement on Defra’s arm’s length bodies

    …Announcing the next series of reforms to Defra's network of arm's length bodies.…

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

  • Cancellation of the e-Borders contract

    e-Borders is the electronic collection and checking of individual passenger details against UK police, security and immigration watchlists…

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

  • John Hayes appointed to joint role

    Information on the appointment of John Hayes as joint minister for DfE and BIS. His responsibilities include apprenticeships, among others.

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

  • Reform of children’s trusts

    Information on plans to reduce the bureaucracy surrounding children’s trusts.

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

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - Morning From 22 July 2010

    Briefing by the Prime Minister's Spokesman on: Sheffield Forgemasters, Prime Minister's US comments and justice

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

  • Health Secretary Andrew Lansley in live Q&A

    …Health Secretary Andrew Lansley joined us for a live online Q&A on Thursday 22 July to answer your questions on the government's proposals to reform health services in Britain…

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

  • Shaping the future of rail franchising

    Proposals for reforms to rail franchising released.

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

  • Economic regulation of airports

    Explains our plans to reform the framework for the economic regulation of UK airports to ensure their financial resilience.

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