BIS Speeches

The UK Government’s vision for special relationship with India

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:17:48 GMT

Edward Davey emphasises the Government’s desire to strengthen the historic ties between the UK and India.

Corporate governance reforms:rebuilding trust, empowering shareholders and protecting long-term value

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:16:55 GMT

Ed Davey discusses corporate governance reforms aimed at rebuilding trust, empowering shareholders and protecting long-term value.

Reform of the consumer protection regime

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:16:13 GMT

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.

Top Employers for Working Families Awards 2010

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:15:23 GMT

Edward Davey sets out the Government’s reasons for proposing reforms to parental leave and an extension of the right to request flexible working.

Trading Standards Institute Conference

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:14:40 GMT

Edward Davey addresses the TSI annual conference.

Trading standards - the year ahead

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:14:09 GMT

Edward Davey discusses planned reforms to consumer protection framework, which will mean an increased role for Trading Standards teams and Citizens Advice Bureaux.

Streamlining Britain’s competition authorities roundtable

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:13:30 GMT

In this speech, Edward Davey sets out the rationale for the Government’s plans to reform the competition regime

Mutuals Forum 2010

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:12:52 GMT

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 future of the Post Office.

ICSA Transparency in Governance Awards

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:12:18 GMT

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.

Better Choices: Better Deals

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:11:36 GMT

Edward Davey launches the Government's new consumer empowerment strategy, 'Better Choices: Better Deals'

Employee Ownership

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:10:49 GMT

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.

Citizens Advice Consumer Empowerment Debate

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:10:08 GMT

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.

Chatham House Competition Policy Conference

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:09:36 GMT

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.

CBI People Awards

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:09:03 GMT

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 the overall burden of regulation.

Bargaining and Industrial Relations Prospects for 2011

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:08:05 GMT

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.

Trading Standards Institute Annual Conference

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:06:35 GMT

Edward Davey praises the work of the Trading Standards Institute in his first speech as Minister for Consumer Affairs.

Executive Remuneration

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:36:18 GMT

Our Hi-Tech Future

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:39:52 GMT

In a speech at Policy Exchange, Universities and Science Minister David Willetts argued that our greatest national assets - our universities, our science facilities and researchers - are the best single hope for making our way in the high-tech world of the future, creating jobs and opportunities and boosting high tech economic growth.

Resource security

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable argues that the formula for resource security is to let markets work and let business pick up market signals, but recognise the key role of government in supporting innovation and in setting the right price signals, in the move to a more sustainable low carbon economy.

International Skills

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:10:00 GMT

Vision for Further Education

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:25:56 GMT

John Hayes talks to an audience of college Principals about his vision for the future of further education

Denning Lecture 2010: Can we pay down the deficit and invest in growth?

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:24:11 GMT

In this lecture SOS Vince Cable asks: is there a progressive way to cut the deficit. He argues that there is, and sets out how the Government will aim to cut public spending while maintaining important investments in growth.

New opportunities for investment in UK auto industry

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:08:44 GMT

In this speech, Vince Cable explains why the UK automotive sector offers a wealth of new opportunities for potential investors.

e-Accessibility Action Plan

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:42:55 GMT

Ed Vaizey launches the e-Accessibility Action Plan, which will help eComms businesses improve and enhance their engagement with customers with special needs. This should benefit both disabled consumers by highlighting the need for better access to online services such as commercial websites, interactive games, and information services and business through new and expanded opportunities.

Reforming employment relations

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable outlines legislative changes to the employment law framework.

Institute for Careers Guidance Annual Conference 2011

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:39:13 GMT

John Hayes speech for the Institute for Careers Guidance Annual Conference 2011

Association of Colleges final keynote

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 15:46:53 GMT

Vince Cable thanks the Association of Colleges for their achievements since the launch of the Government's Skills Strategy in November 2010.

Association of Colleges Annual Conference

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:40:22 GMT

John Hayes speaks at the Association of Colleges Annual Conference

Cutting apprenticeship red tape for employers

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:36:03 GMT

Minister for Skills John Hayes discusses the benefits of apprenticeships and outlines new Government measures to make it easier for employers to take on large numbers of apprentices.

GMB Congress

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:30:25 GMT

Providing Protection, Supporting Growth

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk explores the role that local and national regulators can play protecting the public and supporting growth.

Business Secretary speech on industrial strategy at Policy Exchange

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Vince Cable sets out the Government's new industrial strategy, aimed at returning world-class British manufacturing to the heart of the economy.

Gareth Roberts Science Policy Lecture

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT

David Willetts encourages the UK research base to realise its full potential and exploit all its strengths, affirming that public investment remains strong even in tough times.

Launch of the Revised Matrix Standard

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:00:00 GMT

Skills Minister John Hayes unveils an upgraded and improved standard to underpin the new National Careers Service. The Matrix Standard will promote effective delivery of information, advice and guidance to millions of people through the new National Careers Service, which launches April 2012.

Innovate 2011

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:34:24 GMT

Secretary of State for Business Vince Cable announces a manufacturing package worth over £170 million to drive future growth, including a £140 million investment in the new high value manufacturing technology and innovation centre.

Istanbul Finance Summit

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT

International Corporate Governance Network - Annual Conference 2011

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable explains why a strong corporate governance framework is an essential component in achieving sustainable economic growth.

Universities UK Annual Conference

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Business secretary Vince Cable addresses the Universities UK annual conference 2011.

The banking landscape since the general election

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 07:30:00 GMT

Vince Cable delivers keynote speech on creating a sustainable and stable banking sector for a prosperous economy.

Association for Careers Education and Guidance Annual Conference

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMT

John Hayes talks about the importance of high-quality careers guidance in schools.

UK Contractors Group annual lunch

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk outlines the government’s plans to help the construction industry by reforming procurement, providing greater certainty over future public projects, and supporting UK firms to compete in overseas markets.

CBI & Management Today business summit

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 08:45:00 GMT

In this speech Mark Prisk discusses the government’s Plan for Growth and outlines how it will lead to a more resilient model of economic growth.

Green Investment Bank seminar

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:05:00 GMT

In this speech, Mark Prisk sets out plans for the Green Investment Bank, the first institution of its kind in the world, which is designed to leverage private sector investment in new green technologies.

Association of British Insurers Conference

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:00:00 GMT

In a speech at the Association of British Insurers the Business Secretary laid down a challenge to investors, shareholders, the boards of UK listed companies and regulators to better serve the long-term interests of British businesses, investors and the economy.

iCeGS Annual Lecture

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:00:00 GMT

The future of careers advice - raising the status of careers guidance

UK and Japan standing together for recovery and growth

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable addresses 200 business leaders in Japan.

Steps toward a low-carbon future

Thu, 26 May 2011 11:30:00 GMT

Vince Cable discusses transforming the UK into a low carbon economy

Remaking Britain’s economy: the growth plan for manufacturing

Wed, 25 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk outlines the government's growth plan for British manufacturing at the National Manufacturing Debate, Cranfield University.

Bringing the Intellectual Property regime up to date

Wed, 18 May 2011 10:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable speaks to the Alliance Against IP Theft on the publication of the Hargreaves report.

The Government's new offender learning strategy

Wed, 18 May 2011 09:00:00 GMT

Adult Learners Week

Tue, 17 May 2011 23:30:00 GMT

Modern Workplaces

Mon, 16 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Vince Cable launches the Modern Workplaces consultation, which sets out proposals for reforming maternity and paternity leave and extending the right to request flexible working.

Accelerating local growth

Thu, 12 May 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk launches a package of government support designed to help Local Enterprise Partnerships kick-start economic development.

Royal Aeronautical Society Annual Conference

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Mark Prisk outlines the Government’s plans to support the UK aerospace sector so it can compete globally.

Vince Cable speech to British Chambers of Commerce

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:30:00 GMT

HEFCE Annual Conference 2011

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:45:00 GMT

Vince Cable sets out the need for universities to provide students with value for money and choice, making higher education more responsive to their needs.

The challenge of growth: a European dialogue on SMEs

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk argues for concerted action by the European Commission and EU Member States to cut the red tape and regulation that is holding back small firms striving to grow.

HE in FE Conference

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT

David Willetts addresses the Association of Colleges (AoC) annual HE in FE conference.

The importance of social enterprise

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:30:00 GMT

Vince Cable acknowledges the important role social enterprises play in the business economy and in demonstrating the benefits of corporate responsibility.

Creating the most entrepreneurial decade

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:30:00 GMT

In a speech to the Federation of Small Businesses in Liverpool, Mark Prisk outlined Business Secretary Vince Cable’s plans to free business from the burden of red tape.

Pro.Manchester Business and Professional Services Conference

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:00:00 GMT

Professional and business services are a crucial engine for growth, providing employment and underpinning expansion in every other sector of the UK economy, Mark Prisk says.

Guardian HE Summit

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:40:00 GMT

David Willetts discusses the state of the graduate labour market and ways to equip students with the technical skills that employers need

2012 Olympic Games: Opportunity for maritime industries

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT

In this speech, Mark Prisk outlines the substantial commercial opportunities that the London 2012 Olympic Games are opening up for the UK’s maritime industries and superyacht sector.

Trade Association Forum Annual Conference

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk argues that support for enterprise, innovation and skills are the building blocks of future economic growth.

Consultation Conference on the Equipment, Support and Technology for UK Defence and Security Green Paper

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 19:00:00 GMT

In this speech, Mark Prisk what Government is doing to support defence and security companies as they compete for new business at home and abroad.

Community Learning Champions: Making the Big Society real

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:00:00 GMT

John Hayes argues that the success of the Community Learning Champions project is proof that the Big Society can become a reality.

Trade and industry dinner speech, Mansion House

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 20:00:00 GMT

At the Mansion House speech to the City of London Secretary of State Vince Cable outlined the central task of putting growth at the centre of the government’s work.

Manufacturing Summit 2011

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:30:00 GMT

Mark Prisk argues that, if UK manufacturing is to enjoy a lasting renaissance, then Government and industry must invest in the sector’s human capital – transforming manufacturing’s public image to attract new recruits, and offering training so they can build successful careers in industry.

"The Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences in the Modern University"

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:00:00 GMT

David Willetts explores the value of the arts, humanities and social sciences - and reveals plans for the 2012 birth cohort study.

Universities UK Spring Conference 2011

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 11:00:00 GMT

David Willetts provides university vice chancellors with the latest developments on higher education reform.

Ron Dearing lecture: Universities and Social Mobility

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMT

David Willetts considers the challenge facing universities in recruiting the best and brightest students

Apprenticeships Week

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 11:00:00 GMT

John Hayes speaks at the lanuch of Apprenticeships Week and announces new measures to raise the numbers and status of apprentices in England. "I am determined that those who want to set their feet on the Apprenticeships path should receive every assistance to do so from the Government".

Manufacturing and young people: "Perceptions must change"

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 14:30:00 GMT

Speaking at a Manufacturing Summit, Vince Cable makes clear that industry offers good, attractive, career opportunities for young people

Manufacturing and growth

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk sets out three priorities for the Advanced Manufacturing Growth Review – investment in innovation; support for exports; and encouraging the next generation of manufacturing talent.

Prosperity in Partnership - India and the UK working together for growth

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 14:00:00 GMT

The British Government is committed to India" - Vince Cable stresses the great links and huge future trade potential between India and the UK.

Trade opportunities a top priority with China

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 20:00:00 GMT

In a speech to welcome Chinese Vice-Premier Li Keqiang, Vince Cable said: "We must restore confidence in free trade and resist protectionism."

Reforms to the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:42:05 GMT

Mark Prisk highlights reforms to the Enterprise Finance Guarantee scheme that will enable community lenders to use it to finance micro-lending to small businesses.

CBI Manufacturing Dinner

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 19:00:00 GMT

In this speech, Mark Prisk announces that the long-term future of the Manufacturing Advisory Service is secure. ‘MAS will be a national service delivered at local level. It will help SMEs to increase their productivity and address new opportunities in a number of areas - including supply chain development, the low carbon economy and lean manufacturing.’

Bilateral trade between Russia and the UK

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Address about bilateral trade between Russia and the UK, to the Higher School of Economics in Moscow, by Vince Cable, Secretary of State for Business.

Our competitive advantage in the chemical industry

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Association of Colleges annual conference

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Hayes outlines crucial role of colleges

The Open Internet

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Ed Vaizey encourages internet providers to be transparent in the way they manage online traffic.

Education at the heart of growth

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Opportunities for British and Chinese businesses in science, research and innovation

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Address by Vince Cable about the links and opportunities for British and Chinese businesses in terms of science, research and innovation.

New All-Age Careers Service

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 14:00:00 GMT

John Hayes talks about the importance of Apprenticeships and how Group Training Associations can help to achieve the Government's ambitions for work-based training.

Statement on higher education funding and student finance

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:22:19 GMT

UKTI DSO Symposium

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 12:00:00 GMT

In this speech, Mark Prisk outlines the Government’s decisive action to improve the business environment and trading opportunities for UK firms in the defence and security industry.

London 2012 Sponsor Summit

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk urges small and medium sized enterprises to grasp the commercial opportunities presented by the London 2010 Olympic Games, and use them to power their future growth.

"The craft so long to lerne": Skills and their Place in Modern Britain

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 10:54:00 GMT

John Hayes talks about the need to continue to promote the teaching and learning of practical skills, even at a time of reduced Government spending, and about his ambition to raise the social and economic status of crafts and those who practise them.

Education at the heart of growth

Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:30:00 GMT

Business Secretary Vince Cable

HEFCE Annual Conference

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Improving Britain’s Competitiveness

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 09:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk makes the case for a smarter system of business regulation, which responds to risk without restricting innovation, so UK firms are able to compete internationally.

Innovate 2010 conference

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 13:15:00 GMT

David Willetts announces major Technology Strategy Board-led investment in stratified medicine - £50m over five years.

Growth and renewal: a new economic framework

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:25:00 GMT

In this speech Mark Prisk sets out the Coalition’s Government’s new framework for economic development – one rooted in the real economic geography of the country.

European free trade is vital for growth

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Business Secretary Vince Cable delivered the keynote speech in Brussels today as the first UK Cabinet Minister to address the European Parliament.

Key role for apprenticeships

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:00:00 GMT

John Hayes talks about the importance of Apprenticeships and how Group Training Associations can help to achieve the Government's ambitions for work-based training.

Retail sector and Government - A new partnership

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 18:30:00 GMT

Mark Prisk assures the retail sector that the Government is completely committed to them and recognised the huge contribution they make to our economy. He also highlights his intention to establish a new partnership between Government and the retail sector. A partnership that is ambitious both for retail businesses and UK plc.

China Britain Business Council - China 20:20 Business Forum

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:30:00 GMT

Addressing an audience of senior Chinese and British business representatives, Mark Prisk underlines the UK’s desire for closer bilateral trading relations with China in the years ahead.

Black Country Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:00:00 GMT

Mark Prisk sets out how the Government intends to support small firms, in the Black Country and elsewhere, so economic renewal will occur in every part of the country.

Universities UK Annual Conference

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 10:00:00 GMT

David Willetts speaks to university vice chancellors about the challenges and opportunities ahead for UK universities