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	Departments of the United Kingdom Government - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Ministerial Departments are led politically by a Government Minister, and cover matters that require direct political oversight.
		For most Departments, the Government Minister in question is known as a Secretary of State and is a member of the Cabinet.
		The administrative management of the Department is led by a senior civil servant known as a Permanent Secretary.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Departments_of_the_United_Kingdom_Government (384 words)

	Britannia Panorama: British Government (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Government departments and their agencies, staffed by politically neutral civil servants, are the main instruments for implementing government policy when Parliament has passed the necessary legislation, and for advising ministers.
		A change of government does not necessarily affect the number or general functions of government departments, although major changes in policy may be accompanied by organisational changes.
		Government proposals published in July 1994 recommend that departments should be given greater responsibility for deciding their organizational structures, the pay of their staff and the best combination of efficiency measures in order to raise standards within tightly controlled running costs.
	www.britannia.com /gov/gov6.html (1103 words)

	UK National Audit Office press notice - Supporting innovation: Managing risk in Government departments (17 August 2000)
		By September 2000, all departments must set out how they are going to handle the risks for which they are responsible, and the NAO report aims to help government departments improve their management of risk and assist them in well thought through risk taking.
		Government spending and receipts of over £600 billion cover a range of activities such as provision of social welfare benefits, health care, procurement and management of major construction projects, and the collection of revenue.
		He certifies the accounts of all Government departments and a wide range of other public sector bodies; and he has statutory authority to report to Parliament on the economy, efficiency and effectiveness with which departments and other bodies have used their resources.
	www.nao.org.uk /pn/9900864.htm (929 words)

	Policy for Government Departments' Management of Historic Heritage 2004 - Ministry for Culture and Heritage
		Government departments are the stewards of a large and significant portfolio of historic heritage, which they manage on behalf of the people of New Zealand.
		Government departments will ensure that appropriately qualified conservation professionals, conservators and trades people are involved in all aspects of the management of historic heritage.
		Government departments will not acquire or lease a place with historic heritage value if changes are envisaged or required to enable its functional use that will result in a significant loss of heritage values.
	www.mch.govt.nz /publications/her-policy/heritage-policy.html (1845 words)

	Alleba Filipino Directory Philippines > Government > Departments
		Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) - The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is the primary government agency tasked with the formulation and administration of all labor policies and programs.
		Department of Agriculture - The Department of Agriculture is the principal agency of the Philippine government responsible for the promotion of agricultural development growth.
		Department of Budget and Management - The DBM's mission is to assist the President in the preparation and management of a national resource and expenditure budget; and, to take the lead in promoting quality spending and pursuing fiscal and management reforms in the operation of the bureaucracy.
	www.alleba.com /Government/Departments (589 words)

	Tennessee Government Department and Agencies
		Department of Revenue - Collects approximately 92 percent of total state collections, which help educate Tennessee's children, build highways and state parks, rehabilitate disabled citizens and operate city and county governments.
		Department of Safety - The department and its highly trained state troopers are responsible for safety on more than 15,000 miles of state and federal highways.
		Department of Tourist Development - The Tennessee Department of Tourist Development is one of the leaders among state organizations in the United States tourism industry.
	www.tennesseeanytime.org /government/agencies.html (1352 words)

	Social Research in government departments (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Working across 20 government departments, agencies and devolved administrations means that GSR members work in a wide variety of subject and policy areas.
		In other departments, small teams of social researchers may be integrated with groups or 'divisions' of analysts and policymakers that are responsible for particular policy areas.
		Regardless of how they are organised, researchers in the Government Social Research service usually work closely with colleagues who develop and deliver the policies of the serving government, to ensure that their information needs are identified and met.
	www.gsr.gov.uk /gsr_network/departments/index.asp (166 words)

	Government departments and agencies in Hong Kong - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Government departments and agencies in Hong Kong are controlled by the Hong Kong Government.
		The policies of the government are formulated decided by the bureaux led by secretaries and permanent secretaries are discussed in the Executive Council and implemented by the departments and agencies.
		Departments and agencies reporting to the Education and Manpower Bureau
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Government_departments_and_agencies_in_Hong_Kong (601 words)

	Departments of State (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		This department is responsible for the development of the arts in Ireland and has responsibility for the growth of sustainable tourism.
		This department is responsible for the promotion and development of enterprise, employment, trade, the protection of workers and the regulation of businesses.
		This department is concerned with the economic and financial management of the state.
	www.oasis.gov.ie /government_in_ireland/government_and_politics_at_national_level/civil_service/departments_of_state.html (508 words)

	Fayette County Government:County Departments (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		The Department of Administration consists of the Offices of the Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator.
		The Department of Animal Welfare and Control is responsible for issues related to animal welfare, violations of county Animal Control ordinances and pet adoption....
		The Fayette County Health Department is responsible for the issues related to the health of the community and its entire population.
	www.admin.co.fayette.ga.us /departments.htm (943 words)

	Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Departments and Agencies
		Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Departments and Agencies
		All material copyright of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.
		The Government assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of any material deployed on an unauthorized server.
	www.gov.nf.ca /deptnew.htm (43 words)

	Irish Government Departments (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Government Department with responsibility for Education and Science.
		The Department of Health and Children is responsible for policy in relation to the Irish health services.
		Government Department with responsibility for policy matters relating to the areas of tourism, sport and recreation, as well as national drugs strategy.
	www.gaire.com /~government_departments.asp (292 words)

	Government Departments : Directgov - Guide to government
		The main role of government departments and their agencies is to implement government policy and to advise ministers.
		The role of government departments is to implement policy and advise ministers
		However, some are non-ministerial departments headed by a permanent office holder and ministers with other duties are accountable for them to Parliament.
	www.direct.gov.uk /Gtgl1/GuideToGovernment/CentralGovernmentAndTheCivilService/CentralGovernmentArticles/fs/en?CONTENT_ID=4003078&chk=gr1Ls0 (382 words)

	Government Departments Uk in directory.co.uk
		The One PLACE TO FIND UK based Government Departments listed alphabetically, and sorted by Location ALL with hyperlinks to their own websites...
		UK Government department working to promote sustainable development and world poverty...
		Comment: The UK Government department responsible for promoting sustainable development and reducing...
	www.directory.co.uk /Government_Departments_UK.htm (181 words)

	cyberLibrary - Government departments
		The DCLG is responsible for creating sustainable communities, local and regional government, fire prevention and the fire service, housing, planning, homelessness, regeneration and social exclusion.
		The Lord President of the Council is Leader of the House of the Lords and represents the Government in that House on a number of issues, and supports the Office of the Leader of the House of Commons.
		The PCO is responsible for the 400 companies, charities and institutions incorporated by Royal Charter, and is the court of final appeal for a number of independent Commonwealth countries and UK overseas territories.
	www.plymouth.gov.uk /clgovernmentdepartments (581 words)

	Prince Edward Island: Government Guide
		The day-to-day administration of the Province is carried out by nine departments and a number of boards, commissions and agencies.
		Each department is overseen by a member of Executive Council, which is led by the Premier and supported by Executive Council Office.
		To locate specific government employees, or a list of employees in a particular department, use our Government Telephone and Email Directory.
	www.gov.pe.ca /government/index.php3 (100 words)

	Government Departments in UK Net Guide: News & Weather
		Comment: This department is leading the drive to get the UK online, to ensure that the country, its citizens and its businesses derive maximum benefit from the knowledge economy.
		Comment: The government department responsible to the Lord Chancellor for keeping and maintaining the Land Register of England and Wales.
		The purpose of the Home Office is to work with individuals and communities to build a safe, just and tolerant society enhancing opportunities for all and in which rights and responsibilities go hand in hand.
	www.uknetguide.co.uk /News_and_Weather/Government (323 words)

	City Government (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		The City of Spokane has about 2,000 employees and operates under a new Mayor-Council, or "strong mayor," form of government.
		The Mayor is the head of the executive branch, similar to the governor's role at the state level and the President's role at the federal level.
		The other key elected members in our government are the seven members of the City Council, who make up the legislative branch of the City's government.
	www.spokanecity.org /government (168 words)

	Queensland Government : Departments
		The Queensland Government is made up of departments and a number of government bodies.
		Further information is available about Queensland's system of government.
		Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy
	www.qld.gov.au /departments (59 words)

	Government Department - Web Links
		Government Departments Cabinet Office www.cabinet-office.gov. Department for Culture, Media and Sport www.culture.gov.uk Department for Education and Employment www.dfee.gov.uk Department for Work and Pensions www.dwp.gov.uk Department of Health www.doh.gov.uk Department of Trade and Industry...
		Government subjects: Government As well as serving as headquarters for most government departments and agencies, the Capital Region is the site of national institutions that shape, define and communicate the Canadian way of life (politically, legally, fiscally and culturally).
		Responsible for certifying the accounts of all Government Departments and a number of other public sector bodies.
	www.product-launch.co.uk /search.php?qry=Government+Department&ass=1237&nres=35&details=1&fsonly=0&hl=0&nfs=10&ns=&alt=0&offset=35 (655 words)

	Canadian Government Departments :: pearlies.co.uk (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Government Canadian Government Department of Transportation (DOT) Environment Canada EPA List of Lists European Union Hong Kong Government Ministry of Foreign Trade PRC Ministry of International T http://www.dowex.co.uk/polyglycols/eur/lib/gov_web.htm.
		CBIF is made up of five Canadian government departments and other partners.
		This is the Canadian government department responsible for overseeing the application and administration of the Competition Act.
	www.pearlies.co.uk /results/Canadian_Government_Departments.html (537 words)

	Canadian Government Departments in directory.co.uk
		Access information on Canada, its government, and federal programs and services organized into categories.
		Find Canadian federal government departments, agencies, and Crown corporations by topic.
		Departments and Agencies Canada Site Nova Scotia Government Website Canadian Government Departments - Federal and Provincial.
	www.directory.co.uk /Canadian_Government_Departments.htm (174 words)

	City of San Mateo » Government » Welcome
		The charter can be changed or additions made by amendments, which must be approved by a majority of the voters.
		The Council as the legislative body, represents the entire community and is empowered by the City Charter to formulate citywide policy.
		The City Manager is responsible for many departments which provide services to the citizens of San Mateo, including police, fire, public works, planning and community development, park and recreation, and the library.
	www.ci.sanmateo.ca.us /government/index.html (500 words)

	Government Departments (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		The responsibilities of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government are executed by the office of the Chief Administrative Officer, under which are situated seven (7) individual departments.
		Each of the other departments is headed by a Commissioner.
		Activities of each department are divided into divisions that are managed by Division Directors.
	www.lfucg.com /departments/index.asp (68 words)

	www.govt.nz - Connecting you to New Zealand central & local government services
		Find out all that you need to know about everything that Government has to offer.
		From drivers' licences to dog licences, tax issues to health issues, starting a family to starting a business.
		Learn about the country, the people and the system of government.
	www.govt.nz (199 words)

	In One Search - Start your search here
		History, mission and objectives, functions and organisational setup of the Department of Agriculture Malaysia.
		To ensure that the uniqueness, diversity and quality of the environment are preserved towards maintaining health, prosperity, security and well-being for the present and the future.
		The Department of Broadcasting or better known as Radio Television Malaysia (RTM) is a government agency under the Ministry of Information.
	www.inonesearch.com /directory.php?cid=175994 (359 words)

	Guide to Government
		This section helps you find out more about the role of key Government departments.
		You will sometimes hear them described as 'Whitehall departments', named after the street in London where many of the head office buildings are located.
		Each link provides a description of the work carried out by each department, as well as a list of the ministers and their duties - plus details of the Secretary of State they report to.
	www.number-10.gov.uk /output/Page30.asp (110 words)

	State Government Departments of Tourism on LookSmart (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Florida's abolition of its commerce department in favor of two private-run economics and tourism entities reflects a growing trend that takes advantage...
		Policy Council Coordinates Government Tourism Programs Tourism plays a vital role in the economic prosperity of the United States, but until recently...
		Bookmarks-- State Government Departments, Agencies and public utilities in India Andaman and Nicobar Agriculture Public Works Civil Supplies Tourism A. Islands Integrated Development Corporation...
	www.looksmart.com /eus1/eus302562/eus317835/eus317907/eus329222/eus111068/eus282317/r?l& (334 words)

	Government of Alberta Home- Government of Alberta
		A central crime database that will allow police to better share criminal intelligence information is part of a five-year $100 million government commitment to improve the safety and security of Albertans.
		Strategic Plan — Find out more about government's plan for Alberta's future.
		The user agrees to the terms and conditions set out in the Copyright and Disclaimer statement.
	www.gov.ab.ca /home/index.cfm (375 words)

	In One Search - Start your search here
		Integrates the management and coordination of units for supporting Air Force operations under a single commander.
		Research and development arm of the Department of National Defence.
		Tailored science and innovation for the Canadian Forces and other public and private sector collaborators in the fields of optronic, information and combat systems.
	www.inonesearch.com /directory.php?cid=88407 (403 words)

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