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From Mark Prisk
  • CBI & Management Today business summit

    Introduction I am delighted to be here this morning, to talk about the Government’s strategy for achieving sustainable, long-term economic …

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

  • UK Contractors Group annual lunch

    Introduction Thank you for that introduction, James [Wates; chairman]. It’s a real pleasure to join you for your annual lunch today. The…

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

  • Blow the whistle on red tape and lack of common sense

    A new challenge to business owners, employees, the public and even government inspectors was laid down today, asking them to blow the whistle on inconsistent and over-zealous enforcement of rules and regulations.

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

  • Green Investment Bank seminar

    Introduction I’m delighted to join you today to talk about this Government’s radical plans to set up a Green Investment Bank. The global…

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

  • Remaking Britain’s economy: the growth plan for manufacturing

    Introduction It’s a great pleasure to be here today for this Manufacturing debate. As a businessman, I believe that growth will come from …

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

  • Local growth moves up a gear

    New measures to help local enterprise partnerships and further roadshows for the Regional Growth Fund.

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

  • Accelerating local growth

    Introduction Master Cutler, Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s a real pleasure to be here for the launch of Sheffield City Region’s Local Enterprise…

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

  • Royal Aeronautical Society Annual Conference

    Introduction It’s a great pleasure to join you for today’s conference, and I believe you have had a productive two days, both on the military…

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

  • The challenge of growth: a European dialogue on SMEs

    Introduction Deputy Prime Minister; Lord Mayor; Minister of State; Your Excellencies. It’s a great pleasure to be here today and to be able…

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

  • Creating the most entrepreneurial decade

    Introduction Thanks for the kind introduction. I value a long and good relationship with the FSB. And I can assure you that as a Business…

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

  • Pro.Manchester Business and Professional Services Conference

    Introduction Good morning. It’s a real pleasure to be here in Manchester and to have the chance to speak at this conference. The question…

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

  • 2012 Olympic Games: Opportunity for maritime industries

    Introduction It’s a real pleasure to join you for today’s conference - and it’s good to see such a broad mix of companies, charter managers…

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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

  • Consultation Conference on the Equipment, Support and Technology for UK Defence and Security Green Paper

    Introduction It’s a real pleasure to join you for today’s conference. It is great to see such a broad mix of companies, of all sizes, represented…

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

  • Manufacturing Summit 2011

    Introduction Good morning, it’s a real pleasure to join you for today’s Manufacturing Summit. Despite what some people think, the UK remains…

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

  • Manufacturing and growth

    Introduction Master Cutler - it’s a great pleasure to be here today, to help launch the Global Manufacturing Festival. As the home of the …

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

  • Electric car revolution revs up

    Grants of up to £5000 will be available for electric cars from 2011.

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

  • Reforms to the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme

    Introduction Good morning. It’s a real pleasure to join you for your conference today. I would like to thank the Community Development Finance…

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

  • Government to invest £50 Million in UK manufacturing

    Business Minister Mark Prisk has announced a review into how we can grow Advanced Manufacturing in the UK.

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