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  • HMG reaction to Russian sanctions

    Russia has no grounds to impose sanctions and should use its influence with violent Russian-backed separatists to stop destabilising Ukraine.

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

  • "The DRC Government, the wider region, MONUSCO have huge responsibilities for progress upon their shoulders"

    Statement by UK Parliamentary Under Secretary of State Mark Simmonds, to the UN Security Council Debate on MONUSCO

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

  • A flexible approach can benefit both employees and employers

    Returning to work after having children can be difficult for women but sound advice and support make this easier.

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

  • Fire safety reforms to cut use of harmful chemicals

    A consultation launched today (7 August 2014) details planned changes to the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988.

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

  • Update: Avoid M180 as severe delays on M180 and A18

    Drivers are advised to avoid the eastbound M180 today as there are still long delays on the M180 and A18 due to ongoing carriageway reconstruction work taking place on the motorway between junction 2 and 3.

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  • Foreign secretary speaks to president Abbas

    Philip Hammond spoke to President Abbas and expressed his condolences for the appalling loss of life and humanitarian situation in Gaza.

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

  • Government launches study into potential Crossrail extension

    Plans would see faster rail services for Hertfordshire passengers and pave the way for a more ambitious redevelopment of Euston station.

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

  • Healthcare UK reports significant progress in its first 18 months

    Healthcare UK has exceeded its 2013 to 2014 targets for contracts signed and organisations supported.

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

  • Minister Swire welcomes the new Lao Ambassador to the UK

    Ambassador Sayakane Sisouvong meets Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) Minister of State Hugo Swire for the first time.

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

  • UK music exports hit a high note with government support

    British music companies are to receive government funding to support the promotion of the nation’s music around the world.

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  • "The UK has been appalled by the violence in Gaza over the past three weeks"

    Statement by Ambassador Lyall Grant of the UK Mission to the UN to the General Assembly debate on the situation in Gaza

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

  • Agenda britânica para atrair empresários brasileiros continua

    Consulado do Reino Unido apresenta oportunidades do mercado britânico em 11 cidades brasileiras. Próxima parada é em Sorocaba.

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

  • UK completes incineration of Syrian chemicals

    FCO Minister welcomes international cooperation on destruction of Syrian chemical components; underlines need for international unity to end the appalling conflict.

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

  • Small energy suppliers the winner from increased switching

    More than two million customers have switched to independent electricity suppliers since 2010 thanks to Government action to open the energy market.

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

  • 1 October 2014: Changes to design and patent law

    Guidance on changes to design and patent law made by the Intellectual Property Act 2014, many of which will come into effect on 1 October 2014.

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  • East Village completed, key London 2012 legacy

    All 2,818 homes in the former Olympic Village have been handed over and the sale of the Village to its long-term owners concluded.

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  • M180 closures for major resurfacing work

    Major resurfacing work will take place on the M180 in August, providing a new road surface along 13 miles of the motorway between Doncaster and Scunthorpe.

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  • UK Commission for Employment and Skills calls for employers to act now to help avert 'skills crisis'

    The UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) calls for employers to do more to help young people into work, following new findings from HSBC and the Prince's Trust.

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  • UK-China Intellectual Property Symposium

    The UK-China Intellectual Property Symposium is an international event which promotes and protects IP across borders to foster growth.

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

  • Rosetta arrives at comet destination

    Europe’s Rosetta has today become the first spacecraft to rendezvous with a comet, opening a new chapter in Solar System exploration.

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