Press Releases

Mercedes-Benz, BT and Brompton Bicycle back traineeships to get young people ready for work

More than 100 employers across the country have committed to being part of the traineeships programme

Step-change in ambition for primary schools will raise standards for all

Extra £400 for every child on the Pupil Premium in primary schools, and parents to get more information on how their child is doing.

Press briefing: morning 16 July 2013

The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on Trident, Lynton Crosby, ministerial interests and the NHS.

Davey – plan for energy infrastructure increases investor certainty and keeps bills down

Investors will receive further certainty today of how the government will support investment in new energy infrastructure through the Energy Bill.

Raising ambitions and standards for primary schools

The government announces plans for higher standards and a bigger pupil premium for primary schools.

London 2012 public sector funding package £528m under budget

Public funding for Olympic and Paralympic Games is under budget, with legacy work on track

Appointment of the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

The Rt Hon Sir John Thomas is appointed as the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales.

Trade boost sought in fast growing export markets

UK Trade & Investment today announced plans for the largest series of trade missions and showcases yet staged to top emerging global markets

UK and Burma launch Financial Services Taskforce

The UK and Burma have today announced the creation of a Financial Services Taskforce

Jeremy Hunt sets out plans to tackle mediocrity and inadequate leadership in the NHS

Sir Bruce Keogh’s review into 14 hospital Trusts in England published

Press briefing: afternoon 15 July 2013

The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on the benefit cap, holidays, Syria and education.

The “Laughing Rembrandt” at risk of leaving the UK

Last chance to keep the captivating 17th Century masterpiece in the UK.

Appointment of Assistant Commissioner to the District Electoral Areas Commissioner

Minister of State, Mike Penning MP today announced the appointment of an additional Assistant Commissioner

Fees cut for lasting powers of attorney

Anyone applying for a lasting power of attorney (LPA) to choose someone they trust to make decisions for them if they lose mental capacity will be helped by a 15 per cent cut in the application fee announced by Justice Minister Helen Grant.

Roads for the 21st century

Reform to the strategic road network in England.

Cabinet Office’s fight on fraud boosted by National Fraud Initiative move

The National Fraud Initiative will move to Cabinet Office to accelerate the recovery of taxpayers’ money lost through fraud, error and debt.

Drive to get more disabled people into mainstream jobs

Disabled people on traineeships, supported internships, work trials and work academies to get additional help through Access to Work.