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New measures coming into force ensure the very best use is made of empty and underused buildings.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Written Ministerial Statement by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles on promoting regeneration.
Fair play for social housing and denying illegal migrants rented homes.
Queen’s Speech bill to save taxpayers up to £1.2 billion and ensure councils deliver value for money.
The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government has announced the appointment of Jane May to the Homes and Communities Agency’s board.
The successful passage of the government’s flagship growth legislation signals extra momentum towards economic growth, new homes and jobs.
On St George’s Day, the government will formally acknowledge England’s traditional counties in the life of the nation.
Letter to MPs explaining amendments to the Growth and Infrastructure Bill on the issue of householder permitted development rights.
Speech by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles at the presentation of 8 British Heroes of the Holocaust Medals to relatives of the recipients.
Speech by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles to the Society of Editors.
Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles proposes a toughening up of rules governing local authority publicity.
Applications for this year’s pot of over £27 million are now open.
Ministers reflect on the contribution that the church makes to our society as they wish Christians a very happy Easter.
Lifting the restrictions on the use of Temporary Stop Notices.
The government's Council Tax freeze deal helps to cut residents' cost of living.
The final 3 regional strategies for the West Midlands, South West and the North West are to be abolished.
Article by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles in The Telegraph.
Written Ministerial Statement by Communities Secretary Eric Pickles on changes to the building regulations on energy efficiency (updated 7 March 2013).
Communities Secretary Eric Pickles welcomes new multi-billion pound housing package.
East Midlands and the North East of England regional strategies to be abolished.
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