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  • Kabul International Conference outcomes

    The International Conference on Afghanistan was held in Kabul on Tuesday 20 July. UK Foreign Secretary William Hague and Secretary of State for International Development Andrew Mitchell attended.

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

  • UK Minister to boost trade links in Manila

    British Foreign Office Minister of State Jeremy Browne MP is visiting Manila this week for a two-day visit.

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

  • Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister of State Jeremy Browne’s visit to Hong Kong

    Jeremy Browne MP visited Hong Kong today as part of his first visit to Asia as a Government Minister.

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

  • Future of Afghanistan: Foreign Secretary's Radio 4 interview

    In wake of the Kabul Conference, Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke to radio 4 outlining some of the Government's policy on Afghanistan.

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

  • Colchester homes fit for heroes

    Defence Estates (DE) has completely refurbished 136 homes, externally and internally. The homes have been given new kitchens and bathrooms with…

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

  • Defence Secretary challenges industry to "think differently"

    Dr Fox said he was committed to two things. Firstly to play his part in improving the country’s fiscal position and he said his second commitment…

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

  • 1,000th recruit passes out of British-run Helmand Police Training Centre

    The 1,000th Afghan Policeman passed out of the British-run Helmand Police Training Centre (HPTC) last week.

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

  • Royal Marines rescue fisherman

    A team of Royal Marines from 9 Assault Squadron, based on board the Royal Navy helicopter commando carrier HMS Ocean, have helped save an American fisherman whose boat was on the brink of sinking.

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

  • New ISAF-built road cuts insurgent routes

    British, Danish and Afghan forces have built a new road and new patrol base to cut off known insurgent routes and bring increased protection for civilians and troops alike around Gereshk.

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

  • Last soldier from Fromelles laid to rest in new cemetery

    The last of 250 World War One soldiers killed in the Battle of Fromelles was laid to rest in a ceremony yesterday at the first Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery built in Europe for 50 years.

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

  • UK continues assistance for reform in Zimbabwe

    Lord Howell, Foreign Office Minister met with David Coltart, Zimbabwe's Minister for Education, Sports, Art and Culture this morning.

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

  • Balance between cuts and growth must be struck for sustainable economic future – Cable

    Dr Cable argues in his paper, A Strategy for Sustainable Growth, that striking the right balance between making savings to public spending and…

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

  • Minister visits HMP Wandsworth to annouce review of offender learning

    During a visit to HMP Wandsworth to tour its groundbreaking education centre, he emphasised the Government’s commitment to reducing reoffending…

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

  • Deputy Prime Minister calls for concrete action at Millennium Development Goals Summit

    Nick Clegg said national leaders must draw up concrete plans to tackle maternal mortality in developing nations.

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

  • Directgov joins the Cabinet Office efficiency drive

    Directgov, the central website for public services, will join the powerful new Efficiency and Reform Group in the Cabinet Office.

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

  • Government calls on contractors to help cut carbon emissions

    Minister for the Cabinet Office Francis Maude has called on departments and contractors to cut central government carbon emissions.

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

  • Review into abandoned betting accounts

    Millions lying dormant in betting accounts could be used to improve public sports facilities and clubs.

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

  • Review of CCPR voluntary sports broadcasting code launched

    Sports Minister Hugh Robertson calls for more funding from broadcast deals to filter down to the grassroots.

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

  • Changes to licensing responsibilities

    PM announced 20 July that responsibility for the Licensing Act 2003 except regulated entertainment is being transferred to the Home Office

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

  • Review of CCPR voluntary sports broadcasting code

    Hugh Robertson calls for more funding from broadcast deals to filter down to grassroots.

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