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New Blue Plaques – who will you nominate?

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, October 14, 2016 — Culture

Ghandi blue plaqe
Our capital city has always been an ethnic melting pot. We are linked through language, culture, alliances and economic partnerships to every part of the world. And peoples from around the globe have found their way here to not just make London their home but to make the city and this country what it is.…
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Championing digital inclusion

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, October 12, 2016 — Media, broadband and creative industries

Minister of State for Digital and Culture

Today I chaired my first meeting of a council determined to make sure everyone in the country can thrive in the digital age. The Council for Digital Inclusion brings together leaders from business, charities and central and local government to help us build an inclusive – and digitally empowered – nation. It is the latest…
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Hull’s vision for a bright future

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, October 6, 2016 — Culture

Minister of State for Digital and Culture

It only takes a short walk around Hull city centre to see the impact its year as UK City of Culture is already having – and it isn’t yet 2017. Hull is a city on the up, and the growing sense of confidence about the place is palpable. Last week, I was able to visit…
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Digital citizens of the future

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, — Media, broadband and creative industries

Chairman of Sumo-Digital

In a world being transformed by the speed of technological change – from the way we conduct business to how we make transactions or entertain ourselves – digital citizenship requires us to be in the driver’s seat rather than the passenger seat of technology. In today’s digital economy, being able to navigate the Internet and use digital technology should…
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Getting serious about cyber security

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, October 3, 2016 — Media, broadband and creative industries

Minister of State for Digital and Culture

This week some of the UK’s leading minds in cyber security are coming together to discuss one of the greatest threats faced by UK businesses and innovative ways to fight it. The inaugural Security Serious Conference will see experts outline why UK companies need to think like hackers in order to beat them, and how…
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#GreatNorthExpo2018: Sheffield

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, — Culture

Partner at international law firm Nabarro LLP, board member of the Sheffield City Region LEP and Transport for the North Partnership Board.

Crucible Sheffield
In 2018, there is only one place to be. This celebration, over two months in the summer of 2018, will demonstrate why the North is a Powerhouse for the UK in the 21st Century
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#GreatNorthExpo2018: Newcastle-Gateshead

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, September 23, 2016 — Culture

Arts & Culture writer for The Journal and Culture Magazine Editor

Newcastle-Gateshead is a place of gradients, viewpoints and fabulous walks. It’s a walkable city. The Tyne Gorge and the bridges over the river create a natural arena (beloved of the TV cameras that gather for the Great North Run) and just a short journey away are wonders like Hadrian’s Wall,Durham Cathedral and the beaches and…
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Paralympic pride

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, September 22, 2016 — Sport

Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport

Meeting Georgina Hermitage, Holly Arnold, Hannah Cockroft, Sophie Hahn & Sophie Kamlish
Returning from Rio yesterday, after experiencing my first Paralympic games as Culture Secretary and flying the flag for Britain in Brazil, has left many treasured memories, especially in celebrating the formidable performance of our ParalympicsGB team.
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Gold rush in Rio

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, September 16, 2016 — Sport

Minister for Sport, Tourism and Heritage

It might be a little early to celebrate, as the Paralympics are not yet over, but with four days to go until the end of our time here in Rio, the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team are enjoying an incredible Paralympics. The team has won more gold medals than any Paralympics since Seoul in…
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