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  • 8,000 companies benefit from Regional Growth Fund

    The Regional Growth Fund established by the Deputy Prime Minister has now supported 8,000 companies through 400 projects and programmes.

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

  • Dart Charge: drivers encouraged to pay as vehicles registered reaches one million

    One million vehicles are now registered to Dart Charge accounts with journey times significantly quicker according to new data released today by the Highways Agency.

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  • Bids invited to provide foreign direct investment (FDI) services

    Opportunity to bid for a contract to provide foreign direct investment services on behalf of UK Trade and Investment (UKTI).

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

  • New reforms cut red tape for house builders and tenants

    New reforms to reduce bureaucracy for house builders and measures to protect tenants introduced in the latest Statement of New Regulation.

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

  • November 2014 Market Trend Data

    Land Registry's Market Trend Data for England and Wales.

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  • Hancock: red tape drive saves business a record £10 billion

    Business Minister Matthew Hancock announces the government’s war on red tape has saved business £10 billion over the last 4 years.

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

  • Another record year for the UK’s creative industries

    2014 has revealed continued growth across the creative industries

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

  • Scottish salmon - a worldwide success story

    Worldwide sales of Scottish salmon reach an all time high of £571 million and the first Protected Food Name bid for London

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

  • Foreign Office responds to Sudan's decision to expel two UN officials

    Minister for Africa condemns Sudan move to expel senior UN figures and joins UNSG Ban Ki-moon call to reverse decision.

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

  • Millions wasted as people don’t spend gift vouchers

    £300 million worth of gift vouchers bought this year could go unspent according to research by the UK Gift Card and Voucher Association.

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

  • Rural productivity driven by hi-tech boost and better roads

    More rural opportunities could increase rural employment in England by 6%.

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

  • Councils urged to boost access to free-to-use cash machines on high streets

    Councils are being urged to use their business rates powers to increase access to free-to-use cash machines on high streets and in town centres.

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

  • Overnight slip road closures on A45/A46 Tollbar End scheme near Coventry

    Road users are advised there will be two overnight slip road closures at the Stivichall Roundabout as part of the Highways Agency’s ongoing improvement work on the A45/A46 Tollbar End scheme near Coventry in the New Year.

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  • Arms Trade Treaty enters into force

    Foreign Office Minister Tobias Ellwood marks the entry into force of the Arms Trade Treaty.

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

  • SIN Russia goes on Kazan mission

    In early December SIN Russia visited Kazan as part of a wider UKTI delegation led by Minister-Counsellor (Economic, Trade & Investment) Barbara Habberjam.

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

  • Hancock: Record year for the high street

    According to government estimates the value of retail sales in 2014 are forecast to be at an all-time high for the UK.

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

  • Government funded spider venom project to provide lifeline for bees

    UK businesses and universities to benefit from £16 million of funding to solve some of the world’s greatest agricultural challenges.

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

  • Venue for Dounreay Suppliers Day now confirmed

    The venue for Dounreay’s Suppliers Day on January 8, 2015 has been confirmed as the Hilton Hotel at Manchester Airport.

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  • Team from the Political Section of the High commission visit Jos

    Visit provided a chance to meet a variety of established contacts and establish new links.

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

  • Travel advice for seasonal shoppers

    Last minute Christmas shoppers and those planning to visit the Boxing Day sales are being advised by the Highways Agency to plan their journeys in advance and keep up to date with the latest road conditions over the festive …

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