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  • Santa swaps sleigh for helicopter

    Helicopters of the Defence Helicopter Flying School (DHFS) have assisted local schools by providing ‘Santa Drops’ with their helicopters. The…

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

  • New ministerial committee to uphold pledges to Armed Forces

    A new ministerial committee will ensure that the Government delivers promises made under the Armed Forces Covenant as part of a cross-Government effort to keep the interests of Service personnel at the heart of the Nation.

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

  • MOD invests in future combat air systems

    The four-year Future Combat Air System (FCAS) focused research contract aims to sustain and develop the UK’s critical technology and skills …

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

  • Armed Forces honoured at the Millies

    A star-studded line up of royalty, politicians and entertainers paid tribute to the courage, sacrifice, achievements and excellence of the UK's Armed Forces at the Sun Military Awards last night.

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

  • Statement from Vince Cable on retirement of Sir Kevin Smith from GKN plc

    “I would like to take the opportunity to recognise the significant contribution that Sir Kevin Smith has made to UK industry, on the occasion…

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

  • Future of wave hub is secured

    The Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) will take over ownership of the Wave Hub asset from the South West Regional Development…

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

  • Edinburgh to benefit from UK Government super-connected broadband initiative

    Glasgow also eligible to apply for broadband funding

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

  • Written Ministerial Statement on Emergency Towing Vessels

    The Secretary of State for Scotland has laid a Written Ministerial Statement in Parliament giving an update on the Scottish ETV Group. You can…

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

  • Reform of public service pensions

    The Treasury has today made announcements about the long term reform of public service pensions.

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

  • The Heads of Agreement document

    The Heads of Agreement document sets out the key elements of a new civil service pension scheme, to be introduced in 2015.

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  • Design stars to gather for growth summit

    Register for the live webcast to join the debate on how Britain’s design industry can play a more central role in driving economic growth

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

  • Fourteen cities eligible to be super-connected cities

    Fourteen cities across the UK have the chance to become super-connected cities, Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt announced today.

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

  • Museums at Night 2011

    Get set for a cracking carnival of culture this weekend. From a darkened trail in the footsteps of a notorious 18th century pirate to First…

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

  • Broadband provision mapped

    Ofcom’s interactive map gives a picture of speeds and availability across UK.

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

  • Earth Hour 2011

    As millions around the world prepare to switch off on Saturday evening, we look at what DCMS is doing to be more sustainable.

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

  • Simon Schama selects Government Art Collection

    Next stage of exhibition at Whitechapel Gallery opens.

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

  • Lloyd's building and 9,000BC settlement protected

    Heritage from prehistoric to postmodern is given special status.

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

  • UN report to tackle LGB&T prejudice

    The government today welcomed the first ever report by the United Nations looking at the widespread discrimination and violence facing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people.

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

  • UK-Ireland common travel accord to prevent abuse

    The UK and Irish governments have signed an agreement to preserve the Common Travel Area and help crack down on illegal immigration.

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

  • Government announces Heads of Agreement on public service pension reform

    The government today set out the headline agreements reached with trades unions on public service pension reform.

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