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  • EU Bus and Coach Passenger Rights

    Announces the launch of a consultation on applying an EU regulation about bus and coach passenger rights in the UK.

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

  • Bikeability

    Norman Baker video and transcript of speech about Bikeability.

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

  • Bath transportation package given final go-ahead

    A new package of public transport measures has been announced for Bath.

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

  • Bob Neill responds to an article in the Municipal Journal on the disclosure of councillors' pecuniary interests

    Local Government Minister Bob Neill responds to claims reported in the Municipal Journal that councillors may not have to register their pecuniary…

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

  • Local Audit Bill to create robust new regime and help save taxpayer £650 million

    A new local audit regime that delivers value for money, greater responsibility for local bodies and the same tough audit standards was set out…

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

  • Cities' economic power unlocked in radical power shift

    Government has agreed to devolve new powers to England’s largest cities in a series of unique deals that will help them invest in growth, improve…

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

  • Green light for Leeds trolleybus

    The UK's first modern electric trolleybus system will be funded in Leeds.

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

  • Local standards regime is not ready and risks public confidence, says CSPL

    Published 28 June 2012

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  • New standards and conduct arrangements for councils: ministerial letter

    Ministerial letter to councils about the introduction of the new standards and conduct arrangements for members

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

  • New rules to ensure greater town hall transparency

    Tough new measures that crack down on genuine corruption and increase transparency in public life by requiring councillors to declare their …

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

  • £22 million transport package for Ipswich gets go-ahead

    Ipswich receives £22 million transport package to improve facilities for bus passengers, pedestrians and cyclists.

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

  • £266 million investment in local sustainable transport schemes

    £266 million additional funding to support authorities in delivering local economic growth whilst cutting carbon emissions.

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

  • Trees and Design Action Group

    Discusses the launch of 'Trees in the townscape' and a report on the findings from the UK i-Tree Eco pilot project.

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

  • £266 million transport boost for green growth and infrastructure

    12 major transport scheme projects have won funding totalling £225 million, while 15 smaller schemes are receiving a total of £41 million.

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

  • Grant Shapps backs Bill to criminalise tenancy fraud

    Tenancy cheats to “feel the full force of the law” Tenancy cheats who deny social homes to families in need will “feel the full force of the…

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

  • The Audit Commission - Appointment of new Commissioner

    Communities and Local Government Secretary Eric Pickles has today announced that Robert Anderson has been appointed to the Audit Commission …

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

  • Speech by Bob Neill on local government and waste management in a localist world

    Local Government Minister Bob Neill talks about waste management

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

  • Grant Shapps responds to proposal on the future of audit for smaller local public bodies

    Local Government Minister Grant Shapps said: “I want to make sure that we provide the right solution for the audit of smaller local public…

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

  • Reform of Humber Bridge Board

    Transport Secretary Justine Greening will reduce the number of members on the Humber Bridge Board from 22 to 4.

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

  • New Council Tax help for hard-working families and pensioners

    New common sense measures will save ordinary families up to £20 a year in council tax, and make bills easier to pay, Local Government Secretary…

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