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  • UK secures victory in EU fisheries negotiations

    The UK Government has today secured a victory for the fishing industry by stopping a massive cut in the number of days that fishermen are allowed to spend at sea.

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

  • Twiplomacy – Riding the Digital Tiger

    The top ten tips for Tweeting Ambassadors, many of which apply to others starting out in this medium. Around the World in 144 characters

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes lifting of sanctions on Libyan banks

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that the lifting of sanctions marks another significant moment in Libya's transition.

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

  • Tornado squadron receive Afghanistan medals

    Members of the RAF Marham-based 31 Squadron received their Operation HERRICK campaign medals this week in front of proud family members, friends and local dignitaries.

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

  • Chief of the Defence Staff gives annual speech

    The single biggest strategic risk facing the UK today is economic rather than military, Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) General Sir David Richards said at his RUSI Annual Lecture this week.

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

  • Defence Secretary Christmas message to Defence staff

    Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has written the following Christmas message of support and best wishes to all Defence personnel.

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

  • Expert chair appointed to the Office of Carbon Capture and Storage

    16 December 2011 Patrick Dixon has been appointed as Expert Chair of the Office of Carbon Capture and Storage (OCCS), within the Department…

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

  • North Sea storage and production vessels - SOSREP announces the situation is stable

    16 December 2011, 1700 ** This is a statement by Mr Hugh Shaw, the Secretary of State’s Representative for Maritime Salvage and Intervention…

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

  • Teacher pension scheme member contribution changes for 2012-13

    DfE has today published the outcome of the consultation for members’ contributions to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) in financial year 2012-13. This is the first year of savings, which are being phased-in over a three ye…

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

  • Government sets out strategy for helping young people access education, training and work

    Press notice on the government's plans to improve opportunities for young people.

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

  • Government slashes motoring red tape

    Drivers are to be released from reams of red tape currently required by government.

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

  • Red Tape Challenge reform of road transport regulations

    Road transport Red Tape Challenge results and further measures.

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

  • EU Transport Council: 15 December 2011

    Reaching agreement on a directive for a single European railway area and amending the recording equipment in road transport regulation.

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

  • Building Engagement, Building Futures

    The Government has published plans to increase the participation of 16-24 year olds in education, training and work.

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

  • Foreign Secretary marks the withdrawal of US military forces from Iraq

    As US forces withdraw from Iraq, Foreign Secretary William Hague says the UK will continue to work with the country, supporting political, social and economic development.

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

  • Publication of human rights guidance for UK Overseas Security and Justice Assistance

    Foreign Office Minister Lord Howell has announced to Parliament the publication of guidance to ensure that HMG overseas security and justice assistance work meets our human rights obligations and our values.

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

  • HMS York monitors Russian aircraft carrier 'Admiral Kuznetsov'

    The Type 42 destroyer sailed north from her home port of Portsmouth last week and first observed the Admiral Kuznetsov north east of the Orkneys…

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

  • Military support to 2012 Olympic Games announced

    …The extent to which Britain's Armed Forces will support the security effort for next year's Olympic and Paralympic Games in London was announced today…

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

  • CDS and PUS Christmas messages to staff 2011

    The Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS) and the MOD Permanent Secretary (PUS) have written a joint Christmas message to all staff, and separately CDS has written to all Service personnel.

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

  • Government confirms commitment to the SBAs in Cyprus

    The Government has accepted the recommendations in the Cyprus Review on Sovereign Base Areas (SBAs) and confirmed its enduring commitment to the SBAs in Cyprus.

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