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  • BCB recognised as a Strategic Partner

    The British Centres for Business (BCB) has been identified as a Strategic Partner of the Department of Economic Development in Dubai

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

  • Government spends £11.4 billion with SMEs

    Government spends over a quarter of its procurement budget with small and medium-sized enterprises. Further reforms will increase the spend.

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

  • New North Sea regulator issues urgent call to action

    Responding to the Secretary of State’s commission to assess the impact of the sharp decline in global oil prices on the UK oil and gas industry, Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) Chief Executive, Dr Andy Samuel today published his…

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

  • Small and medium employers setting the standard for maximising skills, new research shows

    A new report from the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) shows many small and medium sized businesses are forging a path when it comes to maximising the talents of their employees, but a gulf exists between the …

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  • Follow our Ambassador Tim Cole

    British Ambassador in Cuba, Tim Cole, writes about the UK and Cuba.

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

  • The GREAT British Film Reception 2015

    The British Consulate General Los Angeles held its annual celebration of UK accomplishments in film on 20 February.

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

  • Chinese New Year 2015 reception: Prime Minister's speech

    David Cameron recognises the rise and success of modern China and the UK-China trading relationship at a reception for Chinese New Year.

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

  • Joint open data initiative "game changer" for social enterprise industry

    Social Enterprise UK and Cabinet Office data will enable people to track money spent by local authorities and central government on social enterprises.

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

  • 'Britain has become a business-creating powerhouse', says Danny Alexander

    'Government has put in place policies that help hard work and entrepreneurial spirit to flourish', says Chief Secretary to the Treasury.

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

  • £1 billion payout for Equitable Life policyholders

    Over £1 billion has been paid out to Equitable Life policyholders through the Equitable Life Payments Scheme.

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

  • UK defence companies seek partnership opportunities at IDEX

    More than 50 UK defence companies are set to promote their services and equipment, and seek potential partners, at the Gulf largest defence show.

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  • Airbus offers advice and support to UK defence and security SMEs

    50 UK defence and security Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) find out about exporting and supply chain opportunities at UKTI DSO event.

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  • Overnight and weekend closures as M1 Junction 24 improvement nears completion

    A series of overnight and weekend closures are planned on part of Junction 24 of the M1 in Leicestershire from tomorrow (Wednesday 25 February) as the ongoing congestion-reducing scheme enters the last few weeks of construct…

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  • M56 closed this weekend at Manchester Airport for bridge work

    Drivers heading to Manchester Airport this weekend are being urged to leave extra time to catch flights as the M56 will be closed in both directions between junctions 5 and 6 for work to install a £5.5 million new bridge.

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  • Long term economic plan for food and farming announced

    Environment Secretary Elizabeth Truss sets out four key areas to help the food and farming industry grow.

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

  • British expert holds a master class on Investment in Tashkent

    On 23-27 February 2015 Mr Ian Crawford, Professor of the University of Bath, will deliver a series of lectures for BFA and APA students.

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

  • Winner of 2014/2015 BUBA Awards Announced at British Universities' Brunei Association Prize Presentation and Networking Reception

    A ceremony to fete students and schools who participated in the 2014/15 BUBA Awards took place at the Empire Hotel on Tuesday 17 February.

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

  • CMA finalises proposals to lower payday loan costs

    The CMA has published its final report on the payday lending market, including its decisions on measures to increase price competition between payday lenders and to help borrowers get a better deal.

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  • UK Antarctic Enforcement Policy and Procedures

    The FCO is responsible for ensuring that the UK’s Antarctic legislation is fully complied with.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Yemen

    Edmund Fitton-Brown has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Yemen.

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