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Updated Between 1 January 2014
and 31 December 2014
  • Noises off – Cable says Britain is open for business

    Cable visits India to spread the message ‘Britain is open for Business’ and dispel the myth that the UK isn't welcoming to Indian students.

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

  • World Day against the Death Penalty 2014

    Since 2003, people all over the world have been making clear their opposition to Death Penalty

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

  • Rise of the ROBO shoppers means retailers must up the ante to compete for tech-savvy customers

    Research from the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) shows new technology is placing increasing pressure on retailers to improve their customer service and compete for tech-savvy customers.

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  • United Kingdom urges Guatemalan Congress to increase support for girls’ rights

    The British Ambassador to Guatemala, Sarah Dickson, joined a group of civil society organisations who visited Congress to demand action in favour of girls’ rights. The United Kingdom supports the initiative to increase the l…

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

  • UK helps business to invest in the developing world

    Britain pledged to unlock the economic and creative power of the private sector to reduce barriers to investment, increase jobs and open up new markets in the world’s poorest countries at the World Bank Annual Meetings.

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

  • Parole Board Office Move

    The Parole Board moved office on 6 October and is now located in the main Ministry of Justice building at 102 Petty France. As part of the move, all staff have been issued with new telephone numbers.

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  • Ebola update: Chief Medical Officer advice on UK screening

    A statement on the introduction of screening at UK travel destinations has been issued following advice from the Chief Medical Officer.

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

  • Fast Stream Roadshow travels to universities across UK to recruit brightest and best

    Foreign Office diplomats and civil servants from across government will visit universities around the UK on a Civil Service Fast Stream Roadshow.

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

  • Environment Agency flood risk schemes win 3 construction awards

    Medmerry managed realignment scheme wins two awards and Godmanchester flood risk management scheme wins the Outstanding Contribution Award

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

  • Camp Bastion troops say farewell to memorial wall

    British sailors, soldiers and airmen have conducted a poignant vigil to mark the return of Camp Bastion's memorial wall to the UK.

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

  • Energy Technology Showcase

    Speech given by Energy Minister Matthew Hancock at the British Embassy Energy Technology Showcase in Japan.

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

  • UK Minister condemns bomb attack in Yemen

    Tobias Ellwood condemns bomb attack in Yemeni capital Sana’a and reiterates UK’s support for the political transition.

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

  • Tax bills

    A number of incorrect 2013-14 tax calculations (P800) and payable orders were issued to customers in a three-week period from 15 September.

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  • Cameroon hosts 2014 Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference

    60th CPC holds in Cameroon bringing together some 607 delegates, with new Post 2015 MDG outlet setup to ease MDG objectives attainement.

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

  • Views sought on A19 Testos junction improvement scheme

    Local residents, businesses and road users are encouraged to join in with a seven week consultation into the £62 million A19 Testos junction improvement scheme.

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  • UK Export Finance welcomes new BCC International Advisory Council

    UK Export Finance today welcomed the announcement that the British Chambers of Commerce is to form an International Advisory Council.

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

  • Ambassador Cliff delivers agricultural equipment to Zvecan farmers

    British Embassy in Kosovo supports Zvecan farmers providing them with training and equipment.

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

  • Vital building work gets underway at schools in Hartlepool

    Work marks key milestone for £2.4 billion Priority School Building Programme.

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

  • David Cameron's 2014 Eid al-Adha reception speech

    The Prime Minister welcomed British Muslims to a Downing Street reception to mark Eid al-Adha.

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

  • Free webinar: using choice and competition for the benefit of patients

    This joint NHS Clinical Commissioners (NHSCC) and Monitor webinar will offer further clarity on choice and competition regulations.

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