Bargaining and Industrial Relations Prospects for 2011
A carefully calibrated framework of employment law that balances the needs of employers with the rights of individuals is vital if the UK economy is to grow sustainably, Edward Davey argues.
View ArticleCBI People Awards
In this speech, Edward Davey pledges that the Government will listen carefully to business and other interested stakeholders during the Employment Law Review, and ensure its proposals do not increase...
View ArticleChatham House Competition Policy Conference
For the closing speech at the annual Chatham House Competition Policy conference, the Competition Minister Edward Davey set out the proposals and reactions for the new Competition and Markets Authority.
View ArticleCitizens Advice Consumer Empowerment Debate
In this speech, Edward Davey argues that empowering consumers and encouraging everyone to have the confidence to assert their rights confidently is an essential motor for economic growth.
View ArticleEmployee Ownership
Edward Davey explains why the Government wants to unleash a new wave of mutuals, co-operatives charities and social enterprises – to reinvigorate the economy and transform public services.
View ArticleBetter Choices: Better Deals
Edward Davey launches the Government's new consumer empowerment strategy, 'Better Choices: Better Deals'
View ArticleICSA Transparency in Governance Awards
In this speech, Edward Davey argues that the Government’s plans to reform corporate governance will empower shareholders and contribute to the long-term resilience of the UK economy.
View ArticleMutuals Forum 2010
In this speech, Edward Davey argues that the mutual model has the potential to deliver real benefits to communities across the country, and explains how the Government intends to use it to secure the...
View ArticleStreamlining Britain’s competition authorities roundtable
In this speech, Edward Davey sets out the rationale for the Government’s plans to reform the competition regime
View ArticleTrading standards - the year ahead
Edward Davey discusses planned reforms to consumer protection framework, which will mean an increased role for Trading Standards teams and Citizens Advice Bureaux.
View ArticleTrading Standards Institute Conference
Edward Davey addresses the TSI annual conference.
View ArticleTop Employers for Working Families Awards 2010
Edward Davey sets out the Government’s reasons for proposing reforms to parental leave and an extension of the right to request flexible working.
View ArticleReform of the consumer protection regime
In this speech, Edward Davey explains the rationale for the Government’s plans to reform the consumer protection regime, and the benefits that will ensue.
View ArticleCorporate governance reforms:rebuilding trust, empowering shareholders and...
Ed Davey discusses corporate governance reforms aimed at rebuilding trust, empowering shareholders and protecting long-term value.
View ArticleThe UK Government’s vision for special relationship with India
Edward Davey emphasises the Government’s desire to strengthen the historic ties between the UK and India.
View ArticlePrince's Foundation Apprenticeship Awards
John Hayes announces the introduction of a new set of awards for craft skills at the Prince's Foundation Apprenticeship Awards, and outlines plans for a new Craft Apprenticeship for the academic year...
View ArticleEEF National Manufacturing Conference 2012
Vince Cable argues that the Government's industrial strategy will place world-class manufacturing at the heart of a healthy and balanced UK economy.
View ArticleCutting the burden and costs of regulation
Mark Prisk outlines the government's progress on deregulation.
View ArticleMansion House speech
Vince Cable on reshaping Britain's finance landscape to better serve the needs of British businesses, through Tim Breedon's industry-led Taskforce.
View ArticleScience and the City
David Willetts marks the launch of the WillPLACE application for insurance professionals by Willis, an important UK broker.
View ArticleBritish Chambers of Commerce Annual Conference speech 15 March 2012
Vince Cables' speech at the British Chambers of Commerce Annual Conference at Central Hall, Westminster, 15 March 2012
View ArticleFederation of Small Businesses Annual Conference
Vince Cable reiterates the government's commitment to clearing away the barriers that act as a brake on growth for British SMEs.
View ArticleMassachusetts Innovation Economies Conference
Mark Prisk sets out the UK’s strong track record on innovation and the government’s efforts to promote it, before urging closer co-operation between UK and Massachusetts hi-tech companies.
View ArticleHEFCE annual conference 2012
David Willetts' speech to the HEFCE annual conference on higher education reform.
View ArticleIntelligent Mobility Summit
The Secretary of State argues the case for investing in developing intelligent transport systems and outlines how the Government is supporting innovation in this field.
View ArticlePublic access to publicly-funded research
Willetts sets out the government’s new approach to accessing and publishing publicly-funded research findings.
View ArticlePost Office Mutualisation
Norman Lamb provides an update on the progress that has been made in implementing government policy towards the post office network.
View ArticleThe Times CEO Summit
Vince Cable says the 2012 Olympics project shows that Britain has nothing to fear from major projects. The Olympic stadium’s construction on time and under-budget demonstrates that Britain is a country...
View ArticleThe UK in a global world: how to focus on steps in the value chain that...
Vince Cable's speech at the joint BIS, CEPR and ESRC conference.
View ArticleSMMT International Automotive Summit
Vince Cable applauds sustained and strong growth in the British automotive industry.
View ArticleAssociation of British Insurers Chairman's Dinner 2012
The Secretary of State sets out government plans to give company shareholders stronger powers and exhorts institutional investors to use them robustly.
View ArticleThe Future of Employment Law
In this speech, Norman Lamb sets out the government’s proposed reforms to the employment law framework, explaining how they will support job creation and aid economic recovery.
View ArticleSpace - A new direction
Celebrating 50 years of the UK in space and highlighting progress achieved since the formation of the UK Space Agency in 2011
View ArticleVince Cable delivers speech on UK science, openness and internationalisation
Vince Cable said: "This country's ongoing scientific prowess depends to an ever greater extent on openness: our ability to attract creative minds to these shores, the exchange of students, on our...
View ArticleIndustrial Strategy - Cable outlines vision for future of British industry
Vince Cable outlines his plans in a Industrial Strategy speech to business leaders and committed to a long term, strategic partnership between Government and industry.
View ArticleSupporting social mobility and lifelong learning
In this speech, the Secretary of State outlines the government’s strategy for boosting rates of social mobility and giving adults a second chance through lifelong learning.
View ArticleLaunch of 'No stone unturned in pursuit of growth': speech by Lord Heseltine
Lord Heseltine launches his independent report 'No stone unturned in pursuit of growth'.
View ArticleResponsible capitalism
Vince Cable argues for an end to the focus on short-term returns among investors and sets out what the government is doing to foster a system of capitalism based on long-term value creation.
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