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  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Honours prominent Britons in UAE

    Three British Nationals in UAE were named in Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II New Year’s Honours List 2014.

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

  • Sri Lankan National Honoured by the Queen

    The former Head of the Guard Force at the British High Commission (BHC) in Colombo, was awarded an honorary MBE by Her Majesty The Queen.

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

  • Important notice for British nationals in Goa

    British Nationals Assistance Office Goa phone lines are temporarily down.

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

  • Burma: International community's concern over IDPs in Rakhine

    International Community expresses concern over dire humanitarian situation faced by internally displaced persons in Rakhine region.

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

  • The 1st “Fashion is GREAT” British Brand Show in Guangzhou

    A GREAT British Brand Show was organised by British Consulate General Guangzhou in a Swire-owned shopping mall Taikoo Hui on 14th December.

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

  • British Embassy Manila: Call for bids to the bilateral programme fund

    The British Embassy is accepting bids to the bilateral programme fund for financial year 2013-2014.

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

  • Minister for Africa congratulates newly elected parliamentarians in Mali

    Foreign Office Minister for Africa Mark Simmonds offers congratulations on the recent legislative elections in Mali.

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

  • FCO Minister Hugo Swire welcomes prisoner releases in Burma

    FCO Minister Hugo Swire has welcomed a presidential pledge to free all remaining prisoners in Burma.

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

  • Professor Dilys Morgan, Public Health England, awarded MBE

    Professor Morgan is recognised for services to health protection in the New Year's Honours list.

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  • Fire Minister responds to the latest strike action

    Brandon Lewis responds to the FBU's decision to take industrial action over the holiday period.

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

  • DFID staff recognised in 2013 New Year Honours list

    The Queen's New Year's Honours List announced today has recognised the contribution of DFID staff on their work to reduce extreme poverty.

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

  • Tough new migrant benefit rules come into force tomorrow

    Tough new rules come into force to ensure that migrants don’t take advantage of the British benefits system.

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

  • Haass talks: David Cameron’s statement

    The Prime Minister’s statement following the Haass talks between Northern Ireland’s parties.

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

  • An Israeli Haredi to receive an honour from the Queen

    Buckingham Palace announced today that a leading member of Israel's Haredi community is to receive a rare honour from the Queen.

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

  • Britain to provide tents and medical aid to South Sudan

    Britain will provide emergency healthcare, shelter and other vital supplies to thousands who have fled their homes in South Sudan, International Development Secretary Justine Greening has announced.

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

  • Pickles pushes local people to the front of the queue for council homes

    Hard-working local people to be given priority.

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

  • Nearly 700 tax criminals convicted in 2013

    Almost 700 tax fraudsters and benefit cheats were convicted this year, HMRC announced today.

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

  • More people choosing greener journeys

    Make it your New Year's resolution to join in.

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

  • Defamation laws take effect

    Libel laws in England and Wales are being significantly reformed from tomorrow to provide clearer, better protection for people publicly expressing opinions.

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

  • The Queen honours British-Bulgarian businessman

    Her Majesty The Queen has accepted Mr. William Drysdale as Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE).

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