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This week

This time of year sees us preparing our input into the spending review. We're also making preparations for the autumn party conferences and input to bills which begin their passage through Westminster when parliament returns in September.

News

School reforms welcome, but should go further

In a new report, the CBI has called for more federations, or "chains" of schools to be created by government to help drive up standards where individual schools are failing or coasting. Full story

Download: Fulfilling the potential – the business role in education (PDF 828KB)

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Video

The first 100 days assessed

After 100 days in office, CBI senior parliamentary adviser Rob Allen takes a look at how the coalition government has performed.

Find out more about our work with parliament

Events

CBI 2010 manufacturing dinner

This high-profile event recognises the impact of manufacturing in the UK and companies that supply and support it. Dorothy Thompson, chief executive Drax Power will deliver the keynote address. Find out more

Climate change board

At the heart of the climate change debate – focused on putting the UK back on track to meet its carbon reduction targets.

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Education and skills taskforce

Working with business leaders to develop the relationship between business and universities.

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Public services taskforce

Campaigning to improve the quality and efficiency of the UK's public services and balancing the budget.

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Tax reform task force

UK business tax policy needs reform to enhance the UK's international competitiveness.

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The creative industries

Campaigning to ensure that the economic and cultural importance of the creative industries, is recognised by the government.

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