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  • Jobs boost welcomed as unemployment falls for fifth month

    Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith today welcomed a fifth consecutive fall in unemployment.

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

  • Whitehall internships open the corridors of power to 60 youngsters

    60 talented 16-18-year-olds from underrepresented backgrounds will have the opportunity to do work experience in government departments.

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

  • Changes to the Equality and Human Rights Commission

    As reform of Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) begins, Baroness Margaret Prosser has been appointed interim Chair.

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

  • Olympians showcase best of British education

    Inspiring young people to stay in education through sport

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

  • Vince Cable comments on Office for Fair Access’s decisions on 2013-14 Access Agreements

    **Universities and Science Minister David Willetts went on to say: **“Applications from students from disadvantaged backgrounds for 2012 …

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

  • ‘And in the end...’: the Abbey Road zebra crossing is listed

    The world-famous zebra crossing near Abbey Road Studios in London has been listed Grade II by John Penrose Minister for Tourism and Heritage

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

  • More disabled groups set to benefit from £3m fund

    From today, disabled grassroots organisations in Scotland and Wales will be able to access a £3 million fund.

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

  • £300m support for future mesothelioma victims

    From today newly diagnosed victims of mesothelioma will receive help through a new support scheme.

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

  • Prime Minister's speech at Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Reception

    Prime Minister affirms commitment to same sex marriage civil marriage this parliament

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

  • TV presenters wanted for 2012 Paralympic Games

    Channel 4 search for new disabled on-screen talent

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

  • DCMS cuts quangos

    Nineteen public bodies to be abolished or reformed.

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

  • Extra 'brain-boosting' summer schools start today

    Nick Clegg: "This is £50m worth of extra brain training giving tens of thousands of disadvantaged pupils a flying start at secondary school"

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

  • Women's Engagement Newsflash July 2012

    The women’s engagement newsflash provides news and updates about women’s equality and female representation. Date: Fri Jul 20 14:09:27 BST …

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  • Equality and Human Rights Commission - annual report and accounts 2011-2012 -WMS

    This written ministerial statement on the EHRC annual report was laid on 16 July 2012 in the House of Commons by Lynne Featherstone, and in …

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

  • Access to elected office

    A £2.6 million fund designed to help disabled people overcome barriers to becoming elected officials was launched today.

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

  • PM's message on World Pride

    "I hope you all have a happy Pride and remember all those who have, and those who are still fighting for, greater rights and protection for the LGBT community."

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

  • Whitehall flies flag with pride for first time

    The iconic rainbow flag symbolising gay pride was flown for the first time on Whitehall today.

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

  • Campaign for more women on boards hits major milestone

    More than 50 company chairmen have joined the drive to improve the number of women on boards.

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

  • Women's Business Council work programme road map

    This schematic provides a visual representation of the Women’s Business Council’s work programme Date: Tue Jul 03 16:59:57 BST 2012 Full Document…

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  • Women's Business Council Terms of Reference

    These are the agreed terms of reference for the Women’s Business Council Date: Tue Jul 03 14:55:23 BST 2012 Full Document Women’s Business…

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