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  • Foreign Secretary condemns latest violence in North East Nigeria

    …After yesterday's extremist attack in NE Nigeria, the Foreign Secretary reiterates UK support but says protection of civilians remains vital.…

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

  • Department of Health’s response to the Avazz campaign about NHS reform

    The government reaffirms that NHS treatment will remain free at the point of delivery and available according to clinical need.

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

  • Minister for Africa addresses UK-Djibouti Trade and Investment Forum

    Minister for Africa, Mark Simmonds, today addressed the first ever UK-Djibouti Trade and Investment Forum.

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

  • Despatch road safety ezine: issue 02/2013

    Issue 02/2013 of the Despatch ezine from the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) for driving instructors, motorcycle trainers and other road safety professionals.

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

  • Multinational reservists rise to the challenge

    Armed Forces volunteers from around the globe visited the UK this bank holiday weekend for an annual military skills competition.

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

  • Governor's Office in BVI issues hurricane prepardness advisory

    As we enter the 2013 hurricane season, British nationals are reminded to ensure that their travel documents are in order.

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

  • The new Director General of the World Trade Organisation was announced today

    Vince Cable congratulates Ambassador Roberto Azevedo on being selected as the new Director General of the World Trade Organisation

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

  • UK, US and France joint statement on situation in Libya

    The governments of France, United States and United Kingdom have made a joint statement on the situation in Libya.

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

  • Tough new housing rules to control immigration

    Fair play for social housing and denying illegal migrants rented homes.

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

  • UK Minister announces start of new premium visa services

    On 8 May, Minister for Government Policy Oliver Letwin announced start of new premium UK visa services for Chinese business and tourists.

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

  • Change to passport service for British nationals in Spain and Andorra

    British nationals wanting to apply for a new passport are advised of an important change in the way they will need to make applications.

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

  • British Embassy Belgrade: UKTI Internship vacancy

    A six-month internship to support the UK export promotion. Deadline for applications is 13 May.

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

  • British Ambassador's speech at UK-Djibouti Trade and Investment Forum

    Ambassador Greg Dorey gave the opening and closing remark at UK-Djibouti Trade and Investment Forum in London.

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

  • UK Government will focus on "families, fairness and the future"

    The Secretary of State for Scotland, has said this year’s Queen’s Speech contains measures which will boost the Scottish economy and jobs.

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

  • Supporting small-scale projects in the OPTs

    Bilateral Programme Budget (BPB) funds projects and events that will contribute to encouraging sustainable development in the OPTs

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

  • Queen's Speech 2013: overview

    The Queen’s Speech 2013 included announcements about immigration, pensions, caring, consumer rights and strengthening economic growth.

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

  • UK minehunter heads for the Med

    Royal Navy minehunter HMS Ledbury sailed from Portsmouth yesterday, 7 May, for a 4-month NATO mission in the Mediterranean.

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

  • £21million for carbon cutting technologies

    £21million has been awarded to entrepreneurs to help bring a range of new and innovative low carbon products to market,

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

  • UK and Japan at Somalia Conference 2013

    Japan joins the UK, Somalia and other partners to address terrorism and piracy by tackling poverty and improving security.

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

  • World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day

    The Foreign Secretary marks World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day by commending ‘tireless dedication and bravery’ of ICRC staff and volunteers.

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