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  • Royal Navy frees fishermen from suspected Somali pirates

    A boarding team from HMS Somerset has liberated a large fishing dhow, which had been taken over by a group of armed Somalis a few days earlier, over 100 miles (160km) off the coast of Somalia.

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

  • Bulwark takes over as UK flagship

    Just two days after HMS Albion made her final entry to Plymouth for three years, and three days after she herself completed her last major training…

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

  • HMS York returns to Libya

    HMS York leaves Portsmouth to return to Libya and relieve HMS Liverpool in support of NATO's ongoing Operation UNIFIED PROTECTOR.

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

  • RAF's Sentinel relocates to Gioia del Colle

    After six months of operating from RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus the RAF's Sentinel aircraft, which has been gathering vital reconnaissance imagery as part of NATO's Operation UNIFIED PROTECTOR, is relocating to Gioia del C…

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

  • Female medics honoured for work with injured personnel

    The six women, who were recognised for their work treating injured military personnel and civilians in hospitals in the UK and in the field,…

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

  • The future of cyberspace: a global challenge

    Ahead of the London Conference on Cyberspace, Foreign Secretary William Hague talks about the social and economic benefits of the internet, and the need to ensure a safe and secure cyberspace for the future.

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

  • Vince Cable appoints next Science and Technology Facilities Council Chief Executive

    Vince Cable said: “I am delighted to welcome Professor Womersley as the next Chief Executive of the Science and Technology Facilities Council…

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

  • UK space strategy boosted by new role for Keith Mason

    Minister for Universities and Science David Willetts said: “I am delighted that Professor Mason has agreed to take up this important work …

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

  • New plan to power the electronics industry to growth

    Britain is a world leader in many aspects of power electronics. The technology is used to do everything from making mobile phone batteries last…

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

  • Consultation on the future role of the Financial Reporting Council

    The aim of the reforms is to create an FRC that is clearer about its role and purpose, proportionate in the execution of that purpose and in…

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

  • Moore regrets Scottish Government's "attack on respect agenda"

    The Secretary of State gives his reaction to claims made in a

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

  • Allegations against Rt Hon Dr Liam Fox MP: report by the Cabinet Secretary

    The Cabinet Secretary's report into the allegations against the Rt Hon Dr Liam Fox MP along with additional information.

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

  • Digital radio boost for motorists

    Ed Vaizey welcomes moves to increase in-car digital radio provision

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

  • UN backs Olympic Truce Resolution

    All United Nations member states have backed an agreement to use London 2012 to promote peace and reconciliation in areas of conflict.

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

  • Speech to the 'Drive to Digital' conference

    I want to start by thanking the BBC for hosting today’s conference at the new Broadcasting House. I cannot think of anywhere more appropriate…

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

  • Keynote speech to BPI AGM

    London

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

  • Cabin crew pioneer new anti-trafficking initiative

    Immigration Minister Damian Green has hailed a new initiative to help cabin crew spot signs of human trafficking.

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

  • Spelman launches fightback against tree disease

    The Tree Health and Plant Biosecurity Action Plan sets out how to tackle serious tree and plant pests and diseases. 

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

  • Extradition review published

    An independent review team charged with reviewing the UK’s extradition laws has today made its recommendations to the government.

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

  • 40,000 fewer jobs open to migrants

    Government accepted recommendations today from independent Migration Advisory Committee meaning fewer jobs on the shortage occupation list.

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