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  • Jobs boost as UK attracts increased overseas investment

    The figures announced by Business Secretary Vince Cable indicate that companies investing in the UK are continuing to succeed, laying the foundations…

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

  • Importance of aerospace

    Mark Prisk sets out the government's commitment to the aerospace industry through funding, education and partnerships.

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

  • Plan launched to keep UK aerospace flying high

    The new funding, part of a total £200 million investment in aerospace since 2011, was announced alongside a new vision for the future of the…

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

  • PM welcomes BMW £250 m investment

    PM: "A fantastic boost for the workforce and shows we are making real progress in rebalancing the economy."

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

  • Vince Cable comments on GKN/Volvo

    **Notes to editors **1. The Government’s economic policy objective is to achieve ‘strong, sustainable and balanced growth that is more evenly…

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

  • Vince Cable statement – Farepak

    The Business Secretary announced that: He will meet a representative group of Farepak’s creditors and MPs to discuss the case He has written…

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

  • Deputy Prime Minister launches search for the next ‘Green Genius’

    The Green Genius - or ‘Greenius’ - contest will look for solutions to questions of food, water and energy security, such as how to keep bills…

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

  • Lift off for aerospace and manufacturing projects

    The Government is investing £25 million, with business, led by Rolls-Royce, providing a further £40 million, for a series of collaborative research…

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

  • UK-Mexican deals announced as Prime Minister meets Mexican leader

    The Prime Minister is in Mexico City accompanied by Trade & Investment Minister Lord Green and a business delegation of over 25 firms, institutions…

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

  • Manufacturers open doors to careers

    See Inside Manufacturing involves businesses from across the food & drink, aerospace & defence and automotive sectors who will open their doors…

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

  • Prime Minister leads business delegation to Mexico

    He is accompanied by Chancellor George Osborne, Trade & Investment Minister Lord Green and over 25 UK companies, institutions and universities…

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

  • Enterprise showcase gets royal seal of approval

    Mr Prisk called for firms of all sizes to enter the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise as he met with some of its winners at a showcase held in their…

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

  • Vince Cable toasts growth on the South Coast

    The fourth terminal comes as part of a major investment by Associated British Ports (ABP) in the expansion of its vehicle export facilities …

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

  • Skills Minister unveils new investment in skills in key industries

    Skills Minister John Hayes has announced funds over £2.4m from the Growth Innovation Fund (GIF) to the nuclear and creative and cultural sectors.

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

  • New interim Chief Executive of Skills Funding Agency announced

    Ms Thorneywork has extensive experience in the further education sector, having worked as a Deputy Headteacher at a Technology College and as…

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

  • Top team appointed as UK Green Investment Bank company formed

    Lord Smith of Kelvin will be the new Chair of UK Green Investment Bank plc. Currently Chair of SSE and The Weir Group, he has a strong financial…

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

  • BIS statement in response to GM announcement on Astra at Ellesmere Port

    “This is fantastic news and secures car production at Ellesmere Port until at least 2020. I am delighted for Vauxhall’s exemplary workforce …

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

  • Construction industry showcase digs in at BIS

    UK manufacturers in the construction industry are exhibiting at BIS to highlight the industry’s multi-billion pound contribution to the UK economy.

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

  • Green Construction Board secures £1 million investment

    The Government finance will underpin key action points the GCB and its working groups develop and deliver in their effort to promote the growth…

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

  • Government and industry collaborate to develop congestion solutions

    A summit today on ‘intelligent mobility’ hosted by the joint government/industry Automotive Council will put these problems and the business…

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