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  • Culture Secretary appoints new Gambling Commissioners

    Sajid Javid has appointed Alison Hastings and Trevor Pearce CBE for 4 years, and Jonathan Scott for 5 years.

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

  • New relationship support offered to expectant parents

    Couples expecting a baby are to be given professional coaching on how becoming parents may change their relationship.

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

  • New recognition for Reserve and Regular military service

    Reserve forces will be rewarded for their commitment with a new post nominal award, while regulars may receive a new Long Service medal.

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

  • Support for churches and cathedrals across the UK announced by Chancellor

    Churches and Cathedrals across the UK receive government funding to ensure they are maintained for generations to come.

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

  • Diocese of Gloucester: Venerable Rachel Treweek

    The Queen has approved the nomination of Venerable Rachel Treweek for election as Bishop of Gloucester.

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

  • Lord-Lieutenant for Devon: David Fursdon

    Mr David Fursdon is appointed as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for Devon.

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

  • Sajid Javid reappoints Chairman of S4C Authority

    Huw Jones has been reappointed as Chairman of S4C, for 4 years from 8 June 2015.

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

  • By investing in women, you invest in business: Nicky Morgan

    Women and Equalities Minister speaks at the launch of Cranfield University’s Female FTSE 2015.

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

  • Banks agree protocol on branch closures

    High street banks, consumer groups and the government have signed up to an industry-wide agreement to minimise the impact of branch closures.

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

  • Social entrepreneurs urged to apply for PowerUP scheme to help address gang culture

    Two Cabinet Office funded schemes will help social entrepreneurs create positive social change across London, the South East and Liverpool.

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

  • Minister for Africa condemns latest Boko Haram abductions

    Africa Minister James Duddridge appalled by abhorrent abduction of women and children in northern Nigeria.

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

  • Childcare investment readiness fund update

    Organisations can now register their interest in social investment.

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

  • Sajid Javid appoints Trustee to the British Museum

    Grayson Perry CBE has been appointed as a Trustee of the British Museum. This will be for 4 years from 2 April.

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

  • Prime Minister reappoints Trustee of the British Museum

    The Prime Minister has reappointed John Micklethwait as a Trustee of the British Museum, for the 4 years to 31 July 2019.

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

  • Prime Minister reappoints Trustee of the Natural History Museum

    The Prime Minister has reappointed Prof Christopher Gilligan as a Trustee of the Natural History Museum, for the 4 years to 18 May 2019.

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

  • Culture Secretary appoints Sports Grounds Safety Authority Chair

    Sajid Javid has appointed Alan Coppin as the new Chair of the Sports Grounds Safety Authority, for 3 years commencing 1 April 2015.

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

  • O2 Think Big wins Big Society Award

    O2 Think Big programme which helps young people turn their ideas into reality has been recognised with a Big Society Award.

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

  • Civil service 'Digital Friends' to help get the UK online

    The Digital Friends initiative will recruit civil servants to share skills with friends, family and neighbours and help them get online.

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

  • Italy v England

    Advice for fans travelling to Italy for the Italy v England football game on 31 March 2015.

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

  • OECD Social Impact Investment report: Rob Wilson speech

    Minister for Civil Society Rob Wilson spoke about the UK social investment market, opportunities for government and the global vision.

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