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Minister anounces package of measures to help make sure children receive the best possible education

A package of measures to help make sure children receive the best possible education either at home or outside of school have been announced...

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 23:01

Why new tests will help teachers give extra support to those pupils that need it - Article for Policy Exchange

Last Easter Monday, I appeared on Radio 4’s Today programme to debate the motion passed by one wing of the National Education Union at its annual conference...

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 18:36

Funding to link space industry innovation and university research

A group of UK universities has been awarded £4.8 million from Research England to enhance research and innovation in the UK space industry...

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 16:47

World-leading cyber centre to be developed in London’s Olympic Park

A new world-first £13.5 million cyber innovation centre, located in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, will help secure the UK’s position as a global leader...

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 15:08

New changes to encourage small businesses to apply for government contracts

Today the government will launch a package of tough new measures designed to level the playing field for smaller businesses bidding to win government contracts...

Tuesday, 10 April 2018 09:55

More support for disabled people plus other welfare and pension reforms start in April

An increase in the State Pension rate and extra financial support for disabled people in the workplace are among a number of welfare reforms that have come into effect...

Monday, 9 April 2018 18:05

PM to announce new research and funding in drive to fight prostate cancer

The Prime Minister will today set out ambitious new plans to help thousands of men with prostate cancer get treated earlier and faster.

Monday, 9 April 2018 10:00

Home Secretary to launch Serious Violence Strategy

Home Secretary Amber Rudd today sets out a multi-million pound commitment to steering young people away from crime and tackling violent drug-dealing gangs...

Monday, 9 April 2018 08:45

Government to professionalise the estate agent market

New measures will be introduced to professionalise the estate agent market, driving up standards and bringing an end to ‘rogue managing agents’, announced Housing Secretary Sajid Javid today...

Sunday, 8 April 2018 13:39

Home Office announces plans for Offensive Weapons Bill to tackle serious violence

A ban on the sale of the most dangerous corrosive products to under-18s and tough restrictions on online sales of knives were announced today..

Sunday, 8 April 2018 13:18