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  • Libya Contact Group meeting concludes

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said "the tide is moving inexorably against Qadhafi" following the meeting of the Libya Contact Group in Istanbul today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Why the Horn of Africa matters to the UK

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that it is right both morally and in the national interest to work with the Horn of Africa.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • This week on the Foreign Office Global Conversations blog

    Japan, Afghanistan and the Horn of Africa were amongst the topics discussed by Foreign Office bloggers this week.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes progress in the UN negotiation of an Arms Trade Treaty

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt has commented on the United Nations Preparatory Committee meeting which concluded today in New York.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Europe comments on court hearing in Uzbekistan

    Minister for Europe David Lidington has spoken after a member of British Embassy staff found guilty at court hearing in Tashkent.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Yalta memorial speech: Britain and Ukraine - partners for reform

    Minister for Europe David Lidington has spoken about the importance of a stable and prosperous Ukraine, firmly embedded in the international community.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Marines help clear Helmand route of IEDs

    Royal Marines have recently helped cleared explosive devices from a key route in Helmand, allowing vital access for coalition forces and locals.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Organising homecoming parades

    In a rare glimpse behind the scenes, Leigh Hamilton reports on the hugely important task of planning and executing a homecoming parade.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Additional RAF Tornados for operations over Libya

    The Ministry of Defence has announced that, in the coming days, the UK will deploy an additional four RAF Tornado GR4s to Gioia del Colle air base in Italy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Olympian greets injured Royal Marines at end of Thames row

    Injured Royal Marines were met by Olympic rower James Cracknell yesterday as they completed their gruelling 150-mile (241km) row up the Thames in aid of charity.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • RAF's largest aircraft officially named Voyager

    The RAF's largest ever aircraft has been officially named Voyager after being flown by an RAF pilot today at the Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford - its first public appearance.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Government appoints Careline services to deliver Business Link helpline

    The telephone helpline is an important part of the Government’s new framework of support for businesses. In conjunction with the Businesslink…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £30 million fund for charity support services opens

    A £30 million Big Society fund has opened - it helps organisations that support charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A new way ahead for culture, media and sport

    New plans for the 2012 Olympics, superfast broadband and competitive school sport were unveiled today

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 2012 Olympics, superfast broadband, media reform, sport for young people and new Lottery priorities at heart of DCMS Structural Reform Plan

    Jeremy Hunt publishes the DCMS Structural Reform Plan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 2012 Olympics, superfast broadband, media reform, sport for young people and new Lottery priorities at heart of DCMS Structural Reform Plan

    Plans to provide 2012 Olympics, boost competitive sport in schools, reform media regulation and deliver universal broadband set out by Jeremy Hunt.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Internationally renowned sculptor receives honour

    Jeremy Hunt presents Dr Helaine Blumenfeld with honorary OBE.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Departmental Business Plans published

    An updated assessment of when the Government will implement its commitments.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Biggest ever national sea angling survey to boost sport

    Sea anglers in England are to be asked what fish they catch and what they return in the biggest ever survey of the sport in England.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government