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  • Holocaust Educational Trust Appeal Dinner 2012

    Speech by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles to the Holocaust Educational Trust.

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

  • Secretary of State attends reception for Olympians and Paralympians

    Olympians and Paralympians from Scotland have had the chance to shine on the world stage this summer as part of Team GB.

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

  • Historic convictions for consensual acts to be deleted

    The Home Office is to begin the process of correcting an anomaly which has for decades seen gay men unfairly stigmatised.

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

  • David Cameron thanks Olympics volunteers

    "You have not just helped make London 2012 happen, you have put a smile on the nation's face."

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

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - Afternoon 10 September 2012

    Olympic volunteer letters, trade union industrial action were discussed at this press briefing.

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

  • National Citizen Service

    National Citizen Service is a flagship initiative supporting the government’s vision for building the Big Society. 

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

  • Army Reserves regiment soars to new heights with Wildcat trials

    Army Reserves ground crew were all set to soar to new heights as they tested out the Army's next-generation helicopter, the Wildcat, during their annual training exercise.

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

  • "We want the Games in London to be remembered as the most inclusive games ever"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke at the International Paralympic Inclusion Summit on 6 September.

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

  • Retired Devon policeman walking the beat in Helmand province

    After hanging up his police uniform three years ago, retired Newton Abbot policeman Lieutenant Colonel David Ward is back doing what he does best, but this time in the heat and dust of Helmand province, Afghanistan.

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

  • Sebastian Coe thanks Paralympics Maritime Force in Dorset

    Lord Sebastian Coe paid a visit to HMS Bulwark in Dorset yesterday, 4 September, to meet some of the people involved in delivering security for the Olympic and Paralympic sailing venue during the 2012 Games.

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

  • Reshuffle: New ministers for international development

    Rt Hon Justine Greening MP and Lynne Featherstone MP have been appointed as new ministers for international development

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

  • Funding Central boost delivers continued support for civil society

    A site providing information and advice on funding for charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises will be available for 18 months.

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

  • Accessible shuttles set to carry 100,000 during Olympic and Paralympic Games

    Transport Minister calls service “a shining example of what can be achieved”

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

  • RAF bomb disposal officer's Olympics safety role

    An RAF bomb disposal officer has completed a six-month sabbatical working as the safety lead at Eton Dorney for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic rowing events.

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

  • Communicating 4 Mech's upcoming Afghanistan tour

    An Army HR administrator and an Army Photographic Competition-winning reservist will help to report on the activities of 4th Mechanized Brigade (4 Mech Bde) in Helmand province when it deploys in October. Report by Shell Dar…

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

  • Diamond Jubilee voluntary award celebrates Olympic efforts

    …Voluntary organisations are being encouraged to submit nominations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Volunteering Award 2012.…

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

  • A journey of discovery

    The London 2012 Paralympic Games begins with a science-inspired, wonder-filled opening ceremony

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

  • £100,000 Challenge Prize fund to help communities reduce isolation in old age

    Organisations are being encouraged to come up with novel ideas that can bring people together to tackle the problem of isolation in old age.

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

  • Decorated and dedicated supply specialists ready for Afghanistan

    The dangerous and vital role of getting food, kit and supplies to 4th Mechanized Brigade's front line troops in Helmand during Op HERRICK 17 will be conducted by some very special soldiers. Shell Daruwala reports.

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

  • Getting ready for the Paralympics

    The Paralympic Games present a unique operational challenge, and as soon as the Olympic Games finished LOCOG, the Government, the Mayor of London and the transport and security services all began working to get the country r…

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