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OFT considers remedies in builder’s merchants merger

By • on February 8, 2012, 12:00 pm

The OFT is considering an offer by Jewson Limited to sell a branch in each of 22 local areas to remedy competition concerns raised by its completed acquisition of Build Center....

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Falkland Islanders free to determine their own future

By • on February 8, 2012, 10:55 am

A Foreign Office spokesperson has today spoken about the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands....

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Housing and construction champions announced

By • on February 8, 2012, 9:43 am

After launching the Department's Red Tape Challenge 'Housing and Construction' theme last month, the Secretary of State is pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Randall CBE and Councillor Stephen Greenhalgh as Sector Champions. (continues...)...

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Graeme Nuttall appointed Government adviser on employee ownership

By • on February 8, 2012, 9:30 am

Norman Lamb, the newly appointed Business Minister, today announced that Graeme Nuttall has been appointed the Government’s independent adviser on employee ownership....

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Banks boost UK jobs and skills market with the creation of over a thousand new apprenticeships

By • on February 8, 2012, 9:00 am

A number of major high street banks will create new apprenticeship schemes and offer more places to young people, Skills Minister John Hayes announced today. ...

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King’s Troop RHA moves into state-of-the-art facilities in Woolwich

By • on February 8, 2012, 12:00 am

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery (RHA) has taken up residence in a new, purpose-built, state-of-the-art equestrian training facility and accommodation centre at Woolwich Garrison....

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Foreign Office Minister meets Libyan Culture Minister

By • on February 7, 2012, 6:54 pm

Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt and Dr Atia Lawgali discussed the development of civil society during their meeting on 7 Feb....

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12th Mechanized Brigade to replace 20th Armoured Brigade in Helmand

By • on February 7, 2012, 3:30 pm

12th Mechanized Brigade will replace 20th Armoured Brigade in April 2012 as the lead formation of British troops in Helmand province, Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has announced today, Tuesday 7 February 2012....

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Unrest in the Maldives

By • on February 7, 2012, 1:58 pm

The Foreign Office advise against all but essential travel to the Maldivian capital Male following political demonstrations and unrest....

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Government to strengthen measures on export licensing

By • on February 7, 2012, 1:15 pm

The Secretary of State for Business today announced a series of measures on UK export licensing designed to make the system more transparent and to allow for the immediate suspension of export licences to countries that experience a sharp deterioration in security or stability. ...

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British and Afghan troops take on insurgency in Gereshk

By • on February 7, 2012, 12:25 pm

Nearly 1,000 British and Afghan soldiers have taken part in a major operation to increase security around a vital town in Helmand province....

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2010 UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions Final Figures – Statistical Release

By • on February 7, 2012, 11:17 am

07 February 2012 Press Ref: 12/008 Commenting on an increase in emissions in 2010, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said: “Emissions were up in 2010 because of the exceptionally cold weather and greater use of fossil fuels. One year won’t knock the UK off meeting its long...

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2010 UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions Final Figures – Statistical Release

By • on February 7, 2012, 11:17 am

07 February 2012 Press Ref: 12/008 Commenting on an increase in emissions in 2010, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said: “Emissions were up in 2010 because of the exceptionally cold weather and greater use of fossil fuels. One year won’t knock the UK off meeting its long...

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Engaging with the Burmese Government

By • on February 7, 2012, 10:48 am

Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne met with Burmese Ambassador to the UK, His Excellency U Kyaw Myo Htut on 6 February....

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IN PICTURES: King’s Troop RHA leaves St John’s Wood for new home in Woolwich

By • on February 7, 2012, 10:42 am

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery (RHA) rode through St John's Wood yesterday, Monday 6 February 2012, as they left their barracks for the last time prior to their move today to their new home in Woolwich....

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