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  • Closing the achievement gap

    David Laws, Schools' Minister, delivers his 'Closing the achievement gap' speech to the Association of School and College Leaders.

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

  • Press briefing - afternoon 5 March 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on the PM's speech on the economy, Brazilian visas, ECOFIN meeting, Sir David Nicholson, Military bases and Section 75.

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

  • PTEG reception 5 March 2013

    Norman Baker recorded speech to the Passenger Transport Executive Group (PTEG) reception, 5 March 2013.

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

  • Mid Staffs: team of experts proposes health service change

    A team of experts working to make sure that patients in Mid Staffordshire can access quality services in the longer term has proposed a set of changes for consideration by a trust special administrator.

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  • Minister for Africa comments on Somali rape case

    Foreign Office Minister Mark Simmonds comments on recent legal developments on a rape case in Somalia.

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

  • Progress in Mali is central to ensuring regional security

    Foreign Secretary reiterates UK support and encourages progress towards a more inclusive political process during visit to Mali

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

  • Serious Fraud Office investigation reports published

    The Attorney General has sent two reports dealing with allegations of misconduct at the SFO to a parliamentary committee.

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

  • £226 million training facilities announced for new RAF transport planes

    RAF pilots and ground crew who will operate the new A400M Atlas transport aircraft are to benefit from state-of-the-art training facilities thanks to a new multi-million pound contract.

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

  • Employers get interactive support for Real Time Information

    Interactive support on Real Time Information (RTI) is being offered to Employers through a week-long Twitter Q&A.

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  • British firms explore trade opportunities in Mexico and Colombia

    A trade mission to Mexico & Colombia by medium-sized British businesses begins today, focussing on high value opportunities in key sectors.

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

  • UK commits £600,000 to support responsible investment in Burma

    Minister for South East Asia, Hugo Swire spoke to Human Rights and Burma campaigners at the FCO today about the progress being made in Burma.

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

  • British Embassy hosts debate to mark International Women's Day 2013

    To mark Women’s Day, the Embassy is holding a debate on “Women & Corporate Social Responsibility: what role for business?” on 5 March.

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

  • New Jobcentre Plus advisers for troubled families

    A new drive to get troubled families into work is to be spearheaded by 150 specialist Jobcentre Plus advisers.

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

  • Submarine HMS Ambush commissioned into the Royal Navy

    The Royal Navy's latest, most advanced attack submarine was commissioned into the Royal Navy on Friday, 1 March 2013, during a ceremony at Her Majesty's Naval Base Clyde.

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

  • Big companies pledge to pay promptly following government drive

    The number of FTSE 350 companies pledging to pay small firms promptly has tripled

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

  • First visit to Mali by a British Foreign Secretary

    William Hague is expected to focus on the political process during meetings in the Malian capital Bamako today.

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

  • Changes to annual vehicle testing

    Changes to the MOT for cars and other large vehicle tests come into effect from 20 March 2013.

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  • New world leading evidence centres to drive better decisions across £200 billion of public services

    A new initiative will build on existing evidence-based policy making to guide decision-making on £200 billion of public spending.

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

  • The Commonwealth Charter

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has made a written statement to Parliament on the Commonwealth Charter.

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

  • Burma making significant strides towards reform but challenges still remain

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire spoke to Human Rights and Burma campaigners at the Foreign Office about progress being made in Burma.

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