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  • Business Secretary relishes Cumbrian enterprise

    The Minister met with entrepreneurs from Abbey Horn Gifts who make local souvenirs and Hawkshead Relishes who produce a range of local relishes…

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

  • New chair of the Medical Research Council appointed

    Vince Cable said: “I am very pleased to welcome Donald as chair of the Medical Research Council. His high level experience of business and…

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

  • Past Olympians and pilot of world’s fastest car join forces at showcase for best of British education

    Inspiring the next generation will be the theme at the British Business Embassy today as 250 UK and international delegates will explore how…

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

  • A phenomenal legacy for London 2012

    The London 2012 anti-doping facilities will be developed after the Olympic and Paralympic Games into a world-class resource that could help revolutionise healthcare.

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

  • PM speech at Global Health Policy Summit

    "I am determined that this country becomes the best place in the world to invest and innovate in life sciences."

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

  • Proposals to address risks from non-bank financial institutions

    The Government has published proposals to help the authorities deal with the failure of parts of the financial system other than banks.

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

  • Nigeria: unlocking the trade potential

    Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham underlined the strong business relationship between the UK and Nigeria when he spoke at the High Level Business and Investment Summit on Nigeria.

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

  • UK and Zimbabwe reaffirm close friendship

    Minister for Africa and Zimbabwean Minister for Education, Sport, Arts and Culture cheer on Zimbabwean and Team GB swimmers.

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

  • Creating a strong investment environment in Kenya

    Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham took part in the opening of the Kenya Investment Summit hosted by Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki.

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

  • Hooper Report: Industry should lead on new ‘Copyright Hub’

    The report, ‘Copyright works’, was Richard Hooper’s final report on the feasibility of developing a Digital Copyright Exchange. The report’s…

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

  • Spectrum and TV content discussed by the industry

    Key issues considered in latest Comms Review events

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

  • British Business Embassy creative content day

    Stella McCartney and James Bond Producer lead creative charge.

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

  • Funding boost for Sheffield’s roads

    Sheffield's roads are set for a major upgrade after up to £1.2 billion of government funding announced.

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

  • The UK and Singapore: a close and historic relationship

    Foreign Secretary William Hague met the Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore on 30 July.

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

  • Syrian Chargé D’Affaires in London resigns

    The Syrian Chargé d’Affaires, Mr Khaled al-Ayoubi, has informed the Foreign and Commonwealth Office today that he has left his post in the Syrian Embassy in London.

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

  • Minister for the Middle East meets Prince Faisal of Jordan

    Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt welcomes Prince Faisal of Jordan and discusses the situation in Syria.

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

  • Foreign Secretary meets President of Mongolia

    Foreign Secretary William Hague discussed the strategic partnership between the UK and Mongolia when he met President Tsakhia Elbegdorj of Mongolia in London.

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

  • Relations between the UK and Turks & Caicos Islands

    Minister for the Overseas Territories met Dr Rufus Ewing, leader of the Progressive National Party of the Turks and Caicos Islands on 30 July.

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

  • Opportunity for increased cooperation with Nigeria

    Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham spoke at the High Level Business and Investment Summit on Nigeria.

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

  • Government names new Chief Construction Adviser

    Mr Hansford will work with government and industry to ensure Britain’s construction sector is equipped with the knowledge, skills and best practice…

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