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By Edward Davey
24 Jun 2011, Chatham House, London
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.
By Edward Davey
21 Jun 2011,
Edward Davey addresses the TSI annual conference.
By Edward Davey
28 Mar 2011, London Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square
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.
By Edward Davey
22 Mar 2011, European Policy Forum HQ, London
In this speech, Edward Davey sets out the rationale for the Government’s plans to reform the competition regime
By Edward Davey
7 Mar 2011, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London
Edward Davey launches the Government's new consumer empowerment strategy, 'Better Choices: Better Deals'
By Edward Davey
7 Mar 2011, Queen Elizabeth II Conference Centre, London
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.
By Edward Davey
10 Feb 2011, Recorded message: Trading Standards Institute Year Ahead conference
Edward Davey discusses planned reforms to consumer protection framework, which will mean an increased role for Trading Standards teams and Citizens Advice Bureaux.
By Edward Davey
13 Dec 2010, UK-India Business Forum, Herbert Smith HQ, London
Edward Davey emphasises the Government’s desire to strengthen the historic ties between the UK and India.
By Edward Davey
2 Dec 2010, The Hatton, London
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.
By Edward Davey
19 Nov 2010, Association of Chief Trading Standards Officers Seminar, Guildhall, London
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.
By Edward Davey
18 Nov 2010, Employee Ownership Association Conference 2010, Hilton Deansgate Hotel, Manchester
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.
By Edward Davey
17 Nov 2010, The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators’ Transparency in Governance Awards, The Brewery, London EC1
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.
By Edward Davey
4 Nov 2010, British Library, London
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.
By Edward Davey
19 Oct 2010, London Zoo
Edward Davey sets out the Government’s reasons for proposing reforms to parental leave and an extension of the right to request flexible working.
By Edward Davey
15 Sep 2010, Association of British Insurers Investment Conference, Grange St Paul’s Hotel, London, EC4
Ed Davey discusses corporate governance reforms aimed at rebuilding trust, empowering shareholders and protecting long-term value.
By Edward Davey
15 Jun 2010, Trading Standards Institute annual conference, Edinburgh
Edward Davey praises the work of the Trading Standards Institute in his first speech as Minister for Consumer Affairs.
