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Pakistan elections: Supporting women
to cast their vote
Organisation: Department for International Development
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Policy: Improving the lives of girls and women in the world's poorest countries
World location: Pakistan
Worldwide organisation: DFID Pakistan
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Kausar, 25, will vote for the first time in
the elections. Picture: DFID Pakistan
The 2013 general elections are a significant landmark in Pakistan’s history
– marking the first transition of power from one democratic government to
the next. This is also an important year for Pakistan’s women – 100,000 of
whom will be voting for the first time thanks to the UK government’s
Support for Transparency, Accountability and Electoral processes
(STAEP) programme, which is being delivered by The Free and Fair
Elections Network (FAFEN) and The Asia Foundation (TAF).
Kausar, 25, is one such voter. In the previous elections, Kausar could not
vote because she did not have a Computerised National Identity Card
(CNIC) and her family did not allow her to.
“I wanted to vote last time. It is our right and it is important that we
exercise it for the betterment of the country, our children and to ensure the
best candidates are elected,” Kausar said.
British aid is helping 100,000 Pakistani women register to vote for the first time - giving
them the choice to have their say on who represents them
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Fee remissions for the courts and
tribunals
Organisation: Ministry of Justice
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Detail The objective of these reform proposals is to create a single system of fee
remissions (waivers) for all fee paying courts and tribunals which is simple to
use, more cost efficient and better targeted to those who need it the most.
The consultation is aimed at groups and individuals who have an interest in
access to justice in the civil courts in England and Wales, a range of
tribunals which operate in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland,
the UK wide Gender Recognition Panel and the UK Supreme Court.
This consultation ran between 18 April 2013 and 16 May 2013
We are analysing your responses
Visit this page again soon to download the outcome to this public feedback.
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Fee remissions for the courts and tribunals
This consultation sets our proposals for reform of the fee remissions
system for courts and tribunal services, which ensures access to justice is
maintained for those individuals on lower incomes.
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Options for a new Lower Thames
Crossing
Organisation: Department for Transport
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Policy: Managing, improving and investing in the road network
Series: Lower Thames Crossing
This consultation closes on
16 July 2013
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Detail This consultation is designed to gather views on the preferred location for
additional road-based river crossing capacity in the Lower Thames area.
Responses to this consultation will form part of the evidence base that
government will use to make a decision on where to locate a new crossing.
The location options considered are:
option A: at the site of the existing A282 Dartford-Thurrock crossing
option B: connecting the A2 with the A1089
option C: connecting the M2 with the A13 and the M25 between junctions
29 and 30
option C variant: connecting the M2 with the A13 and the M25 between
junctions 29 and 30, and additionally widening the A229 between the M2
and the M20
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Re-use option for managing our
plutonium stocks
Organisation: Department of Energy & Climate Change
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Policies: Managing the use and disposal of radioactive and nuclear substances
and waste + 1 other
We gathered responses to this consultation between 28 May 2012 and 20 August 2012
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A consultation response on the proposed
justification process for the reuse of plutonium
The Government’s preferred option for managing the UK plutonium
stockpile, reuse as Mixed Oxide fuel (MOX) was set out in the Government
response to the consultation on the long-term management of UK
plutonium published on 13 May 2013.
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Corporal William Savage, Fusilier
Samuel Flint and Private Robert
Hetherington killed in Afghanistan
Organisation: Ministry of Defence
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Field of operation: Afghanistan
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The soldiers were part of a patrol travelling along Route 611 between
Forward Operating Base Ouellette and Patrol Base Lashkar Gah Durai in
the Nahr-e Saraj district when their vehicle was struck by an improvised
explosive device. They were evacuated by air to the military hospital at
Camp Bastion, where it was confirmed that they had been killed in action.
Defence Secretary Philip Hammond said:
I was deeply saddened to learn of the deaths of these soldiers, each
highly praised and respected by their colleagues and commanders. It is
clear from the tributes paid to them that they were exceptional men who
served their country with distinction. My thoughts go out to the families
and friends of these brave men at this very difficult time.”
Brigadier Rupert Jones, Commander of Task Force Helmand, said:
The loss of these 3 brave Scottish soldiers comes as a great blow to
It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Corporal William
Savage and Fusilier Samuel Flint, both from 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland,
and Private Robert Hetherington, from 7th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, died of
injuries sustained in Afghanistan on Tuesday 30 April 2013.
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Operations in Afghanistan
Field of operation
UK forces are deployed to Afghanistan in support of the UN-authorised,
NATO-led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission and as
part of the US-led Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF). Since 2003 UK
operations in Afghanistan have been conducted under the name Operation
HERRICK.
British fatalities in Afghanistan
It is with very deep regret that the Ministry of Defence has confirmed the
following fatalities suffered during operations in Afghanistan.
As at 30 April 2013, a total of 444 British forces personnel or MOD
civilians have died while serving in Afghanistan since the start of operations
in October 2001.
Of these, 401 were killed as a result of hostile action.
43 are known to have died either as a result of illness, non-combat injuries
or accidents, or have not yet officially been assigned a cause of death
pending the outcome of an investigation. The balance of these figures may
change as inquests are concluded.
Fatalities
Corporal William Savage, Fusilier Sam Flint and Private Robert Hetherington, all serving
with 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, were killed when their vehicle was
struck by an improvised explosive device whilst on a routine patrol in the Nahr-e Saraj
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Pelham to Pitt
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Introduction – by Dr Anthony Seldon
10 Downing Street, the locale of British prime ministers since 1735, vies with
the White House as being the most important political building anywhere in
the world in the modern era. Behind its black door have been taken the
most important decisions affecting Britain for the last 275 years.
In the 20th century alone, the First and Second World Wars were directed
from within it, as were the key decisions about the end of the empire, the
building of the British nuclear bomb, the handling of economic crises from
the Great Depression in 1929 to the great recession of today, and the
building up of the welfare state.
Some of the most famous political figures of modern history have lived and
worked in Number 10, including Robert Walpole, Pitt the Younger, Benjamin
Disraeli, William Gladstone, David Lloyd George, Winston Churchill and
Margaret Thatcher.
Number 10 has 3 overlapping functions. It is the official residence of the
British Prime Minister: it is their office, and it is also the place where the
Prime Minister entertains guests from Her Majesty The Queen to presidents
of the United States and other world leaders. The Prime Minister hosts
countless receptions and events for a whole range of British and overseas
guests, with charitable receptions high up the list.
The building is much larger than it appears from its frontage. The hall with
the chequered floor immediately behind the front door lets on to a warren of
rooms and staircases. The house in Downing Street was joined to a more
spacious and elegant building behind it in the late 18th century. Number 10
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1938 to 1940
Sir Austen Chamberlain
1924 to 1929
George Nathaniel
Curzon, Marquess
of Kedleston
1919 to 1924
Sir Edward Grey,
Viscount Grey
of Fallodon
1905 to 1916
Henry Petty-Fitzmaurice,
Marquess of Lansdowne
1900 to 1905
Robert Cecil, Marquess
of Salisbury
1878 to 1880, 1885 to 1886,
1887 to 1892 and 1895 to 1900
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Earl Granville
1851 to 1852, 1870 to 1874
and 1880 to 1885
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Governments are remembered for their leaders and the course they set for
their country. The British government has a long and fascinating history,
and exploring its past can help us understand how it is run today.
The information here provides a starting point for research. It includes
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Deputy Prime Minister and
Lord President of the Council
Organisations: Cabinet Office and Deputy Prime Minister's Office
Current role holder: The Rt Hon Nick Clegg MP
Responsibilities
The Deputy Prime Minister is the deputy head of the UK government,
supporting the Prime Minister on the full range of government policy and
initiatives.
Within government, the Deputy Prime Minister also has responsibility for:
implementing the government’s strategy to increase social mobility
overseeing the government’s drive to rebalance the economy
leading the government’s political and constitutional reform agenda
chairing the Home Affairs Committee, co-chairing the Coalition
Committee and deputy-chairing the National Security Council
building strategic relationships in Europe and across the world
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Nick Clegg became Deputy Prime Minister and Lord President of the Privy
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Consultation on location of new
Thames crossing
Organisation: Department for Transport
Published:
Policy: Managing, improving and investing in the road network
Minister: Stephen Hammond MP
Series: Lower Thames Crossing
Plans for a new Lower Thames crossing to reduce congestion and boost
growth were put forward today (21 May 2013) by Roads Minister Stephen
Hammond.
The consultation is the first step in deciding on the location of a new lower
Thames road crossing. The government has put forward 3 options to tackle
the current congestion and capacity issues plaguing motorists in the area
on a daily basis.
The 3 possible options are:
option A: at the site of the existing A282 Dartford-Thurrock crossing
option B: connecting the A2 Swanscombe Peninsula with the A1089
option C: connecting the M2 with the A13 and the M25 between
junctions 29 and 30
the variant to option C would additionally widen the A229 between the
M2 and M20
Roads Minister Stephen Hammond said:
The government has put forward 3 options for tackling congestion and capacity issues in the
lower Thames area.
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Defence Equipment and Support
28 June 2013 — News story
Aft island of Queen Elizabeth
carrier in place
The aft island of HMS Queen Elizabeth has been
lowered into place by Aircraft Carrier Alliance
workers at Rosyth Dockyard in Fife.
27 June 2013 — News story
Third Joint Strike Fighter for the
UK arrives
The third of the UK's F-35 short take-off and
vertical landing Lightning II aircraft has arrived at
Eglin US Air Force Base in Florida.
20 June 2013 — News story
Royal Navy's new 'eye in the sky'
UK warships are to benefit from a new
surveillance capability as part of a £30 million
contract signed by MOD.
20 June 2013 — News story
Defence exports largest increase in
5 years
British defence exports rose by 62% in 2012 – the
largest increase for 5 years.
20 June 2013 — News story
Defence equipment event reflects
operational changes
This year's Defence Vehicle Dynamics (DVD)
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My Community Rights
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Statistics at DCLG
12 July 2013 — News story
Help to Buy surging ahead
with 7,000 reservations
The Help to Buy equity loan is an
instant hit, with almost 7,000
reservations in the first 3 months.
11 July 2013 — Press release
UK holds first memorial day for the
victims of the Srebrenica genocide
11 July 2013 — Press release
Enterprise zones investment grows
to over a billion pounds
9 July 2013 — Press release
£4.3 million boost to put
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Organisation: Department for Transport
Updated:
The government has launched a consultation on location options for a new
Lower Thames Crossing on 21 May 2013.
You can find out more through this page or by attending one of the
following public information events being held next month in the Lower
Thames area (a new event in Basildon has now been added):
Thursday 13 June, Dartford Library, Central Park, Dartford, Kent, DA1
1EU, from 2pm to 8pm
Saturday 15 June, Grays Library, Orsett Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 5DX,
from 10am to 5pm
Monday 17 June, Chadwell Information Centre, Brentwood Road,
Chadwell St Mary, Grays, Essex, RM16 4JP, from 2pm to 7pm
Thursday 20 June, Bluewater (Thames Walk at the entrance to the
plaza), Greenhithe, Kent, DA9 9ST, from 10am to 9pm
Friday 21 June, Lakeside (level two near the customer service desk),
West Thurrock Way, Grays, Essex, RM20 2ZP, from 10am to 10pm
Saturday 22 June, Gravesend Library, Windmill Street, Gravesend, Kent,
DA12 1BE, from 9am to 5pm
Monday 24 June, Basildon District Council, Basildon Centre (reception),
St Martin’s Square, Basildon, Essex. SS14 1DL, from 11am to 5pm
Please respond to the consultation by 16 July.
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National introduction of
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The benefit cap starts being
introduced across the country.
11 July 2013 — Press release
Business taskforce asks companies
to help target EU red tape
9 July 2013 — News story
Prime Minister's video message for
Ramadan 2013
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Roles: Deputy Prime Minister and Lord President of the Council
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Education
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Political career
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Organisations: Department for Communities and Local Government + 1 other
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Topic: Planning and building
Ministers: The Rt Hon Eric Pickles MP + 1 other
Applies to: England (see policy for Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland )
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The Department for Communities and Local Government publishes
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regulations. These contain:
general guidance on the performance expected of materials and building
work in order to comply with the building regulations
practical examples and solutions on how to achieve compliance for some
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Ministers: The Rt Hon Eric Pickles MP + 1 other
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Building regulations contain the rules for building work in new and altered
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Government is committed to geological disposal of higher activity
radioactive waste, coupled with safe and secure interim storage and a
geological disposal facility siting process based on voluntarism and
partnership.
GDSG supports the Geological Disposal Implementation Board (GDIB) and
meets approximately every 6 weeks.
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The Major Projects Authority (MPA) improves project performance for the
taxpayer. It aims to address the findings from the National Audit Office’s
report Assurance of high risk projects(PDF, 410KB) and from the Major
Projects Review 2010. It is a collaboration between the Cabinet Office, HM
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improving the delivery success rate of major projects across central
government. We launched the MPA on 31 March 2011.
Overview of the Major Projects Authority (PDF, 335KB)
Requirements of the Major Projects Authority mandate (PDF, 288KB)
Assurance for high risk projects: National Audit Office (PDF, 410KB)
Major Projects Authority: Governance and team structures (PDF, 211KB)
FAQs for the Major Projects Authority (PDF, 234KB)
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with departments provide verified, timely data, with regular reporting to
ministers
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for each major project or programme, including timetables for HM
Treasury (HMT) approvals, and validated by the MPA and HMT
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370,000 British nationals travel to China each year and 17,000 British
nationals live and work here legally. A small number of these British
nationals need help from the British Embassy in Beijing.
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our publication Support for British nationals abroad: a guide sets out the
steps that British nationals can take to stay safe abroad, and provides
details on what help the Foreign & Commonwealth Office can provide if
you do get into difficulty
we help and support British nationals who are in difficulty or distress,
and where necessary issue emergency travel documents and other
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Local adult reoffending - 1 January 2012
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Organisation: Ministry of Justice
Updated:
Series: Reoffending statistics
Detail Release of statistics on the reoffending of adults under probation
supervision, including breakdowns to the regional, probation trust and local
authority level.
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Statistics on reoffending of adults under probation supervision.
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Part of a series: Special Advisers: gifts and hospitality received
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Deputy Prime Minister’s speech: The
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Organisations: Cabinet Office and Deputy Prime Minister's Office
Delivered on: 20 May 2013
Published:
Policy: Making the criminal justice system more efficient
Minister: The Rt Hon Nick Clegg MP
Introduction
Paul, thank you for that generous introduction. I’m a great fan of the work
that you do here. And today, I’ve had an opportunity to see for myself the
benefits of the services you provide…
…Almost 10 years ago, I started my career on the Liberal Democrat
Frontbench as Home Affairs’ Spokesman. Back then I argued that what
was needed to reduce crime was simply a focus from government on firm,
practical solutions that addressed the root causes of crime and that were
proven to work.
It’s a view I’ve retained. And an approach the Liberal Democrats have
pursued in coalition government. Because ensuring people are free from
crime and free from the fear of crime is essential to the foundation of any
liberal society. And it’s why tackling crime effectively is central to our
party’s vision of a Britain where everyone can get on in life.
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg spoke on crime and rehabilitation on 20 May 2013.
Originally given at Nacro, London. This is a transcript of the speech, exactly as it was
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Weekly road fuel prices
Organisation: Department of Energy & Climate Change
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Series: Road fuel and other petroleum product price statistics
Table last updated on 09 July 2013.
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Abortion statistics, England and Wales: 2011
Affordable housing starts and completions funded by the HCA and the GLA: 2012 to
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Queen's Speech 2013: overview
The Queen’s Speech 2013 included
announcements about immigration, pensions,
caring, consumer rights and strengthening
economic growth.
The Queen’s Speech 2013
HM The Queen addressed Parliament about the
legislative programme for government.
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The Queen’s Speech 2013 took place at 11.30am on 8 May 2013. In the speech, the Queen
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Policies Making roads safer
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charges, road safety campaigns and lowering speed limits
Developing a new high speed rail network
The government will develop a new high speed network to provide the rail capacity that
Britain needs.
Expanding and improving the rail network
The government is expanding and improving the rail network to improve passengers'
journeys and support economic growth
Making sure UK airports and airlines are safe, secure and competitive
while reducing their impacts on the environment and communities
Creating economic, sustainable and socially responsible growth through competitive
airlines and airports
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Safe and dependable transport is essential to UK
society and the economy. The government is working
to make rail, road, air and water transport more
efficient and effective, keep them safe and secure,
and reduce greenhouse gas and other emissions.
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Asia and the UK – Partnering for
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Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire gave a speech
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The Embassy is a platform for all of the UK government’s interests in China.
Our work covers a diverse range of issues, from bolstering global security to
increasing mutual economic prosperity, from establishing stronger people-to-
people ties to supporting British nationals in China.
We work with China to improve international and regional security as
fellow members of the UN Security Council
We encourage Chinese investment in the UK and support the increasing
number of British firms successfully do business in China
We work with China to reduce poverty and achieve the Millennium
Development Goals (MDGs) in other developing countries
We work with Chinese government departments and agencies, and local
civil society to protect human rights in China
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formed by a single storey shallow portico of 4 pairs of coupled ionic columns.
The castle was the principle seat of the Marquis of Downshire for over 200 years
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If you work in the public sector, you may be able to
set up a public service mutual.
What is it?
Public service mutuals are organisations that have left the public sector but
continue delivering public services. Employee control plays a significant
role in their operation.
There are many forms of mutual. You might think of major employee-owned
businesses like John Lewis or building societies such as Nationwide which
are fully or majority owned by their members. But mutuals can also be co-
operatives or social enterprises.
Mutuals are free from government control and help their staff deliver and
improve their services as they know best.
Mutuals let dedicated public servants combine their passion for helping
others with their desire to provide world-class services, and share in the
rewards of success.
How can I get involved?
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Changes to the publication of
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Wales
Consultation on (i) the order for
replacing ICT with computing and
(ii) the regulations for disapplying
aspects of the existing national
curriculum
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