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First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Letter from the Government Chemist to the European Commission supporting its proposal to exclude 3 fragrance allergens from cosmetics.
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced a simpler and clearer grading structure for driving instructors.
The Competition and Markets Authority has today published a second set of guidance documents providing clarity on how the organisation will go about its work.
The set up of an European digital single market will be debated at the event
A consultation launched today (11 March 2014) is setting out the government's proposals for an alternative dispute resolution for consumers.
Michael Fallon invites business to help run initiative that puts driving the reform of regulatory enforcement in the hands of business.
An opportunity for select businesses to be listed on the British Embassy’s website
Consumer Minister Jenny Willott confirms extra funding for the National Trading Standards Board to investigate misleading websites.
Michael Fallon pledges to bring the benefits of Primary Authority to more hard-pressed businesses, trade associations and local authorities.
A smart grid will help minimise people’s bills, create jobs and fuel growth.
Peter Mason has announced his impending retirement as Chief Executive of the National Measurement Office (NMO).
Final report by Sir Ian Wood into how to maximize recovery of oil and gas in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS)
British Embassies of Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Panama join forces to host this important regional event
Written Ministerial Statement by Michael Fallon, Energy Minister, regarding Nuclear Decommissioning Authority indemnity.
In future the manufacturers and retailers of knitting yarn will be able to decide what weight or size they produce and sell.
The Consumer Rights Bill will relieve bakers of the burden of keeping records of their weight checks.
Speech given by CMA Chairman David Currie to the Institute of International and European Affairs, Dublin, on 22 January 2014
An overhaul of guidance on working at height is being launched.
Michael Fallon and Ken Clarke set out how the government is increasing the pace of the government’s drive to cut red tape.
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