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  • New guide will better connect our new homes to vital services

    New homes should be connected to vital utility services more quickly under plans announced by Housing Minister Brandon Lewis.

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

  • PM unites with business in call for ambitious EU-US trade deal

    The PM discussed free trade between the European Union and the United States with European business leaders at a CBI event in Brussels.

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

  • Sustainable drainage systems

    Effective provision of advice to local planning authorities in relation to water drainage management - new consultation announced.

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

  • Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP): benefits and concerns

    Top things to know about the free trade agreement currently under negotiation between the EU and the USA.

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

  • Full decision published in care home medicine cartel case

    The CMA has published the full non-confidential version of an OFT decision made earlier this year about a market-sharing agreement.

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  • NMRO investigation into special purpose lamps

    Investigation into the availability, labelling, and prevalence of 'special purpose lamps' in reference to ecodesign legislation.

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

  • Banking needs of vulnerable consumers: letters to banks

    Secretary of State for Business Vince Cable's letter to banks about branch closures.

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  • Government acts to improve e-cigarette safety

    The government has put forward a number of tips to help consumers stay safe.

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

  • TTIP: Vince Cable’s response to 'TTIP: no public benefits, but major costs'

    A detailed response to concerns about the EU-US Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP).

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

  • Learner drivers warned about extra charges

    The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is warning learner drivers to avoid copycat websites and save money by using GOV.UK.

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  • Press briefing: afternoon 6 November 2014

    The Prime Minister's Official Spokesperson answered questions on petrol prices and the Northern Future Forum.

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

  • Press briefing: morning 5 November 2014

    The Prime Minister's Official Spokesperson answered questions on mobile phone ‘not-spots’, EU budget and EU immigration.

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

  • New approach to give second-hand car buyers a better deal

    Proposals to tackle problems within the used car industry and give consumers greater protection have been backed by Consumer Affairs.

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

  • Students update minister on binge drinking project

    Crime Prevention Minister Norman Baker has visited the University of Brighton to find out about their work on the Alcohol Impact initiative.

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

  • £3 million government cash boost to tackle digital piracy and fake goods

    The City of London Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit has been boosted by £3 million of new government funding.

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

  • Street trading and pedlary laws to be modernised

    Reforms to street trading rules will make them both stronger and fairer, Consumer Affairs Minister Jo Swinson said today (16 October 2014).

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

  • British Consulate Bali launches “Methanol Poisoning Awareness Campaign” in Bali

    Methanol Poisoning Awareness (MPA) campaign, a new initiative by the British Consulate in Bali.

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

  • Consumers given new weapon in fight against rogue traders

    Consumers will have greater powers to challenge unscrupulous rogue traders and get their money back under new rights.

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

  • Thames Tideway tunnel gets go ahead

    Major new infrastructure project has been given the go ahead to address London's failing sewerage system.

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

  • Live streaming of British Embassy San Jose’s Business and Human Rights forum

    The event can be followed via the live stream link: www.ulatina.ac.cr/servicios-estudiantiles/canal-de-streaming

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