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  • 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

  • Papal visit details announced

    Lord Patten of Barnes, the Prime Minister’s Special Representative for the Papal visit, and the Archbishop of Westminster Vincent Nichols, Head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, have announced further details of P…

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

  • African Union Summit opens in Kampala

    The 15th African Union (AU) summit has opened in Kampala, Uganda. The theme of the summit, which lasts until 27 July, is Maternal, Infant and Child health and Development in Africa.

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

  • Baroness Warsi: “A fantastic few days in Pakistan”

    Baroness Sayeeda Warsi gave a keynote speech at Fatima Jinnah University.

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

  • The Rome embassy launches waste recycling programme

    Joint press conference with AMA, hosted by Rome City Council

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

  • Government proposes amendment to war crimes arrest law

    Private individuals would only be able to obtain arrest warrant with consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes Kosovo ruling

    The International Court of Justice's Advisory Opinion on Kosovo concludes that Kosovo's declaration of independence did not break international law.

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

  • "Role of British Forces crucial" in Afghanistan

    The Foreign Secretary was interviewed by British Forces Broadcast Service (BFBS) about the role of British troops in Afghanistan.

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

  • RAF reservists help defend Kandahar Airfield

    Two RAF reservists have been helping co-ordinate a battle group sized operation to defend the giant coalition air base at Kandahar in Afghanistan

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

  • Defence Minister Peter Luff is talking equipment

    For a minister with only a limited military background, the new Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology, Peter Luff, has quickly developed a firm grasp of his new brief. Report by Steve Moore.

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

  • Sun Military Awards return to honour best in Defence

    Organised by The Sun newspaper in close association with the Ministry of Defence, the Millies focus on the excellence of Her Majesty’s Armed…

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

  • Green home for MOD equipment team

    Providing flexible space for 600 desks, the new Oak building is part of a major programme to transfer 4,000 posts from the more expensive south…

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

  • Army chaplain brings comfort to the front line

    Reverend Abeledo, aged 51, is spending six months working as Task Force Helmand senior chaplain, where all his skills as a minister will be …

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

  • Changes to rest and recuperation policy

    The move delivers on the commitment outlined in the Coalition Programme for Government to maximise R&R as part of rebuilding the military covenant…

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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

  • Student Charter Group gets down to work

    The 11-member group, chaired by Oxford Brookes Vice Chancellor Janet Beer and NUS President Aaron Porter, had their first meeting last Friday…

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