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  • The Embassy participates at the Christmas trees show in Chile

    Christmas trees from different countries will be on display at Parque Bicentenario, District of Vitacura, Santiago, until 4 January 2015.

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

  • Alan Eccles awarded CBE in 2015 New Year Honours List

    Alan Eccles, Public Guardian and Chief Executive of OPG, has been awarded a CBE in the 2015 New Year Honours List.

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

  • Government boost to get kids saving at Christmas

    Savings clubs pilot programme to be funded to help children develop good financial habits at a young age.

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

  • 10th anniversary of Freedom of Information Act

    Justice Minister Simon Hughes has revealed more than 400,000 information requests have been made under the act since 1 January 2005.

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

  • Pensions Minister’s radio surgeries extended into 2015

    A series of live radio phone-ins, in which a DWP minister takes calls from listeners on pensions, is to be extended into 2015.

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

  • English and Welsh sparkling wines a cork popping success

    Sales of English and Welsh wine predicted to hit almost £100 million next year

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

  • EU Local Statement on incidents of 30 December in The Gambia

    EU Local Statement on the violent incidents that occurred on 30 December in The Gambia

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

  • 'A just and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is long overdue'

    Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Lyall Grant of the UK Mission to the UN, to the Security Council meeting on the Middle East

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

  • PM chaired COBR meeting on Ebola: 30 December 2014

    The Prime Minister chaired a COBR meeting to discuss Ebola afternoon 30 December 2014

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

  • Dart Charge: drivers encouraged to pay as vehicles registered reaches one million

    One million vehicles are now registered to Dart Charge accounts with journey times significantly quicker according to new data released today by the Highways Agency.

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  • Confirmed Ebola case in Scotland: Prime Minister's statement

    Downing Street statement following the confirmation of an Ebola case in Scotland,

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

  • 1,773 happy returns at Christmas

    HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) received 1,773 online tax returns on Christmas Day – a 13% increase on last year’s total of 1,566.

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  • UK in Egypt’s Highlights of 2014

    When Ambassador Casson arrived in Cairo and said in his video message to the Egyptian people, “Britain wants Egypt to succeed,” he meant it.

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

  • £5.2m grants announced by the Centre for Social Action

    £5.2 million of grants have been awarded to 34 volunteer-led programmes in communities across the country.

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

  • Border Force stops Purfleet tobacco smuggling attempt

    An attempt to smuggle almost 7 tonnes of hand-rolling tobacco into the UK via the Port of Purfleet was thwarted by Border Force officers.

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

  • Huge penalties for rogue claims management firms

    Claims firms responsible for providing bad service and bombarding people with nuisance calls can be issued with financial penalties.

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

  • Report highlights great strides Britain has made in fighting antisemitism

    Significant progress has been made in partnership with the community in tackling antisemitism.

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

  • Foreign Office responds to Sudan's decision to expel two UN officials

    Minister for Africa condemns Sudan move to expel senior UN figures and joins UNSG Ban Ki-moon call to reverse decision.…

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

  • Rural productivity driven by hi-tech boost and better roads

    More rural opportunities could increase rural employment in England by 6%.

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

  • Road rallies in North and West Africa.

    Throughout the year, road rallies take place through North and West Africa, including some with routes passing through Morocco. I want to ensure that you are aware of the advice and help available to you from the Foreign and…

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