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  • Olympic Torch is "Britain’s moment to shine": Nick Clegg

    The Olympic Torch will showcase the people and places that make Britain great, Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg said today.

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

  • Prime Minister announces support for parents and families

    PM: "This Government is doing everything possible to support parents."

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

  • Olympic flame handed to London in Greece

    Today the Olympic Flame will be handed to London for the third time since the birth of the Olympic Games. Its journey to the UK and the Opening Ceremony of London 2012 will begin.

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

  • New figures reveal National Citizen Service on track to deliver £400 million in benefits to society by 2014

    For every £1 spent on National Citizen Service (NCS) up to £2 goes back to the communities and young people who took part, according to an independent report.

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

  • Olympic Flame handed over to London 2012

    HRH the Princess Royal heads delegation in Athens.

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

  • Jeremy Hunt calls for ‘transformation in disability sport’

    Sports bodies come together at first Disability Sport Summit.

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

  • Marking International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne and International Development Minister Stephen O'Brien have spoken ahead of International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.

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

  • Positive steps in improving labour market

    The Minister for Employment today welcomed further signs of improvement to the labour market.

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

  • Extra funding for Armed Forces online mental health network

    Extra funding of £400,000 will be provided for the Big White Wall online mental wellbeing service which provides support for UK Service personnel, veterans and their families.

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

  • Wearmouth and Jarrow World Heritage bid withdrawn

    Decision follows ICOMOS evaluation report’s recommendations

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

  • Celebrate iconic live performance during ‘music is GREAT week’

    Compilation pulls together the best of British live music.

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

  • UK Inspire Day celebrates the spirit of the Games

    More than 10m people have taken part in thousands of projects in sport, the arts and volunteering.

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

  • Equalities red tape challenge and reform of the Equality and Human Rights Commission: outcome

    This written ministerial statement was laid in the House of Commons on 15 May 2012 by Theresa May, and the House of Lords by Baroness Verma…

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

  • Response to the consultation - Building a fairer Britain: reform of the Equality and Human Rights Commission

    In light of the views expressed in the consultation of March 2011, we have decided on a strong package of legislative and non-legislative reforms…

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  • Employment Minister makes statement on A4e

    The DWP’s Work Programme providers are required to ensure that stringent controls are in place.

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

  • Music is GREAT week

    This week, artists, bands and music fans pay tribute to British music through a number of exciting events and appearances. Find out how you can get involved.

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

  • Could you help save Manet masterpiece for public display?

    £1m needed to keep Manet’s Portrait of Mademoiselle Claus in the UK.

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

  • Security Minister visits Olympic sailing site

    Minister for Crime and Security James Brokenshire has visited Weymouth and Portland today to see how security plans are developing ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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

  • £10 million to boost literacy for year sevens

    Nick Clegg today announced up to £10 million additional support for pupil premium children who leave primary school without Level 4 literacy.

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

  • Lord-Lieutenant for County Fermanagh

    Queen appoints Viscount Brookeborough as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for the County of Fermanagh.

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