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  • British Visa Application Procedures in Kuwait

    Unprecedented visa application numbers led the British Embassy to put new procedures in place to shorten waiting time for applicants

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

  • Baroness Thatcher's funeral: final costs published

    The confirmed costs for the funeral of Baroness Margaret Thatcher, delivered in a written ministerial statement by Lord Wallace of Saltaire.

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

  • Government internship scheme: experiencing life in Whitehall

    From school corridors to the corridors of Whitehall: youngsters get to experience life in government in a 2-week internship.

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

  • Universal Credit comes to Oldham and Warrington

    New jobseekers in Oldham and Warrington will be able to make a claim to Universal Credit from today (29 July 2013).

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

  • Hot summer deals for forces' families

    Armed Forces members and their families can benefit this summer from generous discounts available through the Defence Discount Service.

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

  • Deputy High Commissioner attends Jole Riders ceremony

    Deputy High Commissioner to the Gambia attends jole riders ceremony in the Gambia

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

  • Five new members appointed to the board of the British Transport Police Authority

    The British Transport Police Authority has announced 5 new members.

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

  • UK and Chinese companies discover exciting collaboration opportunities at Guiyang Eco-Forum

    British Consul-General in Chongqing Simon Lever led a trade delegation to Guiyang on 19th July, revealed exciting new avenues for UK/China co-operation.

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

  • Welcome to Turkmenistan

    The website of the British Embassy in Ashgabat provides you with information on the relationship between the UK and Turkmenistan.

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

  • Kuwait Elections: Ambassador Baker Sends His Congratulations

    British Ambassador in Kuwait sends his warmest congratulations to those who were successful in Saturday’s elections

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

  • DVLA reveals the top 10 excuses for not buying a tax disc

    DVLA reveals the top 10 excuses for not buying a tax disc

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  • Solidarity for Skopje remembered 50 years on

    United Kingdom among the countries remembered in rebuilding Skopje which was devastated in 1963 earthquake.

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

  • Foreign Secretary condemns use of force against protestors in Egypt

    The Foreign Secretary condemns the use of violence against protestors in Egypt and calls on all sides to reduce tensions.

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

  • Olympic legacy: a year of progress towards lasting change

    Almost £10 billion economic boost and an upsurge in volunteering show strong progress against London 2012 legacy commitments.

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

  • Consul General hosts 'Palestine Strings' in Jerusalem

    Consulate General hosted a Ramadan iftar for 'Palestine Strings' ahead of their upcoming trip to the UK.

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

  • Social Impact Investment Forum

    The Social Impact Investment Forum, a G8 event, was held on 6 June 2013.

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

  • Home Office appeals High Court decision on family income threshold

    Home Office appeals against recent High Court judgment on minimum income threshold for people sponsoring family members to live in the UK

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

  • Letter supporting transfer of HPA Participant Identification Code to PHE

    Letter from Dr Felicity Harvey CBE to the European Commission, outlining the changes set in place by the Health and Social Care Act 2012.

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  • StreetGames wins Big Society Award for bringing sport to UK doorsteps

    StreetGames is the latest winner of a Big Society Award for giving young people in disadvantaged areas sport and volunteering opportunities.

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

  • Chef needed at British embassy Santiago

    The British embassy in Santiago is recruiting a full time chef for the Ambassador's residence. The closing date is 2 August.

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