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National treasures worth over £3.7 million were saved from export in the last year and purchased for public collections across the UK
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Professor Sir Michael Sterling reappointed as the Chair of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC).
Speech by the Chief Secretary to the Treasury.
Culture Minister Ed Vaizey has placed a temporary export bar on the silver andirons to provide an opportunity to save them for the nation.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Almost a quarter of all used or broken electrical and electronic products taken to household recycling centres could be fixed and resold.
New Diamond Jubilee hallmark is expected to inspire commemorative jewellery and silverware.
The Scotch whisky industry celebrated its contribution to the UK’s economy at a reception in London last night (6 December).
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
New plans will redefine treasure and prevent sale of unreported finds.
Knighthood conferred upon Stephen Stewart, QC.
Speech by the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Gaelic culture is an enormously important part of Scottish cultural life, says Carmichael.
A full economic, fiscal and political union of the UK, including Scotland, with full use of the UK pound is exactly what the industries and the people of Scotland need, the chief secretary explains.
Michael Moore has called on everyone in Scotland to use our national day to reflect on the future of our country and its prospects as we face…
Palladium is now officially a precious metal for fine jewellery with the introduction of a compulsory UK hallmark from 1 January 2010.
First published during the 2005 to 2010 Labour government
A set of simple financial products designed to help consumers navigate the financial services market
Chief Secretary to the Treasury responds to the Scotland Decides TV debate on the independence referendum, and the question of currency.
Scottish Secretary writes to Fiscal Commission and makes it clear that a currency union is off the menu.
Queen Elizabeth Land Commemorative Coins are now available to purchase.
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