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  • Grayling: new welfare rules will give jobseekers the opportunity to gain valuable experience of the workplace

    Jobseekers needing additional support to get back to work could be referred onto Mandatory Work Activity placements under new welfare rules.

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

  • Veterans' mental health helpline launched

    Veterans with mental health problems will get targeted support from today with the launch of the Combat Stress Support Helpline, delivered by Rethink Mental Illness and funded by the Government.

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

  • Lance Corporal Stephen McKee killed in Afghanistan

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Lance Corporal Stephen McKee, from 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment, was killed in Afghanistan on 9 March 2011.

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  • Research shows companies can save money by helping the environment

    Improving resource efficiency is key to a green economy, providing benefits for businesses and the environment while boosting the UK economy.

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

  • Welsh Secretary sends condolences to Japanese Ambassador

    Secretary of State for Wales Cheryl Gillan has written to the Ambassador of Japan to offer her condolences, and on behalf of the people of Wales…

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

  • GP Contract Settlement for 2011-12

    This letter from Dame Barbara Hakin sets out the outcome of negotiations between the BMA General Practitioners Committee (GPC) and NHS Employers on  changes that will apply to GMS contractual arrangements in England from April 2011.

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  • Byker success story 'the embodiment of the Big Society'

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today put power firmly in residents’ hands by giving the green light for the iconic Byker Estate in Newcastle…

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

  • Taking action to support the aerospace industry

    The Aerospace Growth Partnership will tackle issues affecting the competitiveness of the UK industry.

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

  • Trade Association Forum Annual Conference

    Introduction Good morning. I’m delighted to have the chance to speak to you today. What is the role of government in seeking a stronger, …

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

  • Business and Enterprise Minister to complete his 'Week in Small Business'

    The Minister has worked with five separate businesses, all in different markets, to gain a strong understanding of the daily issues facing small…

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

  • Closure of the worker registration scheme

    This written ministerial statement was laid in the House of Commons on 10 March 2011 by Damian Green and in the House of Lords by Baroness …

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

  • Tim Loughton to Windlesham House School in Sussex

    …The Children's Minister addresses school children, church leaders, local politicians and youth leaders about the Stop the Traffik campaign.…

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

  • Tim Loughton to the Safe Network Conference

    The Children's Minister addresses the Safe Network Conference about the government's commitment to safeguarding children and reducing bureaucracy.

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

  • Sweet Project wins Prime Minister’s Big Society Award

    The Sweet Project, a social enterprise that develops and trains student social workers while supporting families in deprived areas, is the latest winner of the Prime Minister's Big Society Award.

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

  • Supporting community transport

    Written statement by Norman Baker MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport.

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

  • Think outside of 'identikit Legoland homes'

    Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today called on architects and housebuilders to “think outside the identikit Legoland box” and make sure their…

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

  • 2011/03/09 - Green Paper Consultation Event (Exports)

    Speech delivered by Minister for International Security Strategy at the Royal Institution of Great Britain, London on Wednesday 9 March 2011. Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology - Peter Luff MP also gave …

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

  • Students tackle Europe’s big issues at the Foreign Office

    European Youth Parliament regional forum debates subjects from green industries to secularism.

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

  • Minister for Europe visits the Netherlands

    David Lidington, British Minister for Europe, visited the Netherlands on 9 March.

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

  • Government and aerospace come together to deliver growth programme

    The group will be jointly chaired by Mark Prisk, Minister of State for Business and Enterprise, and Marcus Bryson, Chief Executive…

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