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  • British Ports Assocation: smaller ports fund

    Stephen Hammond thanks BPA for their work during the 2014 storms and announces a £2 million recovery fund for smaller ports.

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

  • Extra funding for mountain rescue

    More support for mountain and cave rescue.

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

  • Cut in light dues to benefit UK shipping

    Lighthouse levy on industry kept down by Department for Transport.

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

  • Light dues 2014 to 2015

    Announcing changes to the GLA's pension scheme and reductions in the light dues rate.

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

  • Bristow’s 30th anniversary

    Steven Hammond pays tribute to the coastguard and rescue services.

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

  • UK Chamber of Shipping: annual dinner

    Britain’s world class maritime sector is open for business and confirms dates for London International Shipping Week 2015.

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

  • Transport Statistics Great Britain 2013 video

    Video conveying facts from the Transport Statistics Great Britain 2013.

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

  • Three principles for better maritime regulation and economic growth

    Address to the International Maritime Organization including aspects of historical regulation and safety of seafarers.

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

  • Dover Harbour Board Chairman re-appointed

    George Jenkins re-appointed as Chair of the Dover Harbour Board.

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

  • Open for maritime business

    Discusses the benefits of maritime business to London and the UK.

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

  • London International Shipping Week conference

    Discussing London's position in the world shipping industry and the government's maritime strategy.

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

  • London international shipping week reception

    Discussing the importance of shipping and London International Shipping Week at Lancaster House.

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

  • Opening of the London Stock Exchange

    Discussing the importance of shipping and London International Shipping Week at the London Stock Exchange.

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

  • Future of low-sulphur shipping fuel under the spotlight

    Low-sulphur fuel to be used to reduce pollution from shipping.

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

  • Global shipping sector looks to London

    Maritime issues featured at No 10 roundtable meeting.

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

  • Green light for harbour project

    Work at St Mary’s and Penzance harbours to go ahead, subject to final clearances and securing European funding.

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

  • New medal for outstanding seafarers

    New Merchant Navy medal to be created and Department of Transport honours Merchant Navy Day.

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

  • Planning Act 2008: application for the proposed Able Marine Energy Park development consent order

    Able Marine Energy Park decision deadline extended to 18 December 2013.

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

  • London International Shipping Week: propelling world trade

    DfT is supporting London International Shipping Week, and will be involved in a number of the week's events.

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

  • London International Shipping Week preview reception

    Discussing the role maritime business plays in the UK and today’s global economy.

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