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From Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS)
  • European free trade is vital for growth

    I am pleased to be the first Minister from Britain’s new Coalition Government to speak at the European Parliament. I want to give my thanks …

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

  • Vince Cable – European Parliament 2010 Speech

    I am pleased to be the first Minister from Britain’s new Coalition Government to speak at the European Parliament. I want to give my thanks …

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

  • Family friendly working – next steps

    Mr Davey signalled the Government’s intention to bring forward ambitious proposals to create more flexible, family friendly workplaces. He announced…

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

  • Cheating bosses to be named

    Cases where employers breach the rules are to be publicised by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) from 1 January 2011 …

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

  • Business Secretary comments on career of Rolls-Royce Boss

    “Sir John Rose has been a tremendous business leader for Rolls-Royce, driving it to world leading positions in the civil aerospace, defence,…

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

  • Reappointment of the chair of the Natural Environment Research Council

    Mr Willetts said: “I am delighted that Mr Wallis has agreed to remain as Chair of the Natural Environment Research Council for three more years…

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

  • Prove that your business is the best

    Enter the Queen's Awards for Enterprise and gain international recognition for your business.

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

  • Key role for apprenticeships

    Skills Minister John Hayes commits to to expansion of apprenticeships in recognition of contribution they make to both employees and the economy.

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

  • Key role for apprenticeships

    Thank you David and good morning everyone. Group Training Associations England’s role in ensuring that GTA’s collective potential is harnessed…

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

  • Skills Minister sets out Government commitment to apprenticeships

    He told an audience at the Group Training Association England annual conference that the Government was firmly committed to expanding apprenticeships…

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

  • Invest in the UK business minister tells manufacturers at Paris Motor Show

    Mark Prisk will be asking an international line up of manufacturers and suppliers attending the Reception at the British Embassy to take a fresh…

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

  • Mark Prisk explores finance options for smaller firms

    The Government is committed to increasing the range of finance options available to businesses that are often reliant on bank lending for credit…

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

  • £2m silent calls fine in force tomorrow

    The new fine is 40 times larger than the previous maximum limit of £50,000. The intention of the penalty is to send a clear message that businesses…

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

  • David Willetts comments on OFFA report on university bursaries

    “Improving access to highly selective universities is an important part of the government’s agenda to improve social mobility. OFFA’s research…

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

  • New review into corporate Britain

    Vince Cable announces a review into corporate governance and economic short-termism.

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

  • Retail sector and Government - A new partnership

    Introduction Delighted to be here this evening. Let me start by paying tribute to the work of the BRC. In Opposition, I worked with many…

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

  • Royal Mail - Cable announces largest employee shares scheme in 25 years

    This will be the largest employee shares scheme of any privatisation for 25 years in terms of the number of workers who will benefit - second…

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

  • Cable calls for long-term focus for corporate Britain

    Cable said: “We will look at the economic impact of takeovers, shareholder responsibility, corporate incentives and pay- all the factors that…

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

  • Latest news from our partners

    From electric cars, stars of the UK design industry and research into healthy diets, find out more about the work of BIS partners.

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

  • British Science Festival

    Science Minister David Willetts reinforces the importance of engaging the public on science and technology issues.

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