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  • Foreign Secretary welcomes proposal to reduce tariffs on Pakistan imports

    The European Commission has adopted a proposal for unilateral suspension of import duties on a number of important export items from Pakistan into the EU.

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

  • UK Ministers celebrate Pride events

    Minister for Europe David Lidington and Minister for Equalities Lynne Featherstone have spoken ahead of Belgrade Pride this Sunday.

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

  • Head of the British Diplomatic Service interviewed by Assabah newspaper

    Simon Fraser answered questions from Assabah, a daily Arabic newpaper during a reception held at the British Ambassador Chris O'Connor's Residence.

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

  • Tongan troops to work with UK and other ISAF forces in Afghanistan

    The international mission in Afghanistan has received a welcome addition of troops from the South Pacific Kingdom of Tonga.

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

  • New Helmand police graduate from UK Army-run training centre

    The latest Afghan Police to be trained at the British-run Helmand Police Training Centre in Lashkar Gah graduated this week.

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

  • Government calls on Europe to be smarter with regulation

    While recognising the encouraging progress in the European Commission’s Smart Regulation in the European Union Mr Prisk emphasised that he will…

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

  • Government will work closely with Northern Ireland Executive

    The coalition government will work closely and openly with the Northern Ireland Executive to maintain security and promote prosperity.

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

  • Consultation begins on Newport passport office closure

    The Identity and Passport Service (IPS) today announced plans to enter into consultation to reduce the size of the organisation.

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

  • New passport design hits the streets

    The first new look UK passport was issued today to five-year-old Elliot Coutts Miller.

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

  • Helping veterans a "priority" - PM

    Prime Minister David Cameron has said that helping veterans experiencing mental health difficulties is a priority

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

  • Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to Sweden

    Mr Paul Johnston has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to Sweden.

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

  • Transport Times 2010 bus conference

    Buses matter, socially, economically and environmentally, which is why the government is bus friendly and bus focused.

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

  • Head of the British Diplomatic Service visits Algeria

    Head of the British Diplomatic Service Simon Fraser visits Algeria on 3-4 October 2010 on his first overseas trip in the role.

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

  • British Ambassador discusses attack on British Embassy vehicle in Yemen

    …Following yesterday's attack on a British Embassy vehicle in Sana'a, British Ambassador to Yemen Tim Torlot discusses the UK Government's work with Yemen.…

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

  • Bittersweet' return from Sangin for Royal Marines

    The first Royal Marines from 40 Commando returned home yesterday from a six-month deployment to Sangin in Helmand province, considered one of the most dangerous places for foreign troops in Afghanistan.

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

  • HMS Argyll arrives home following major refit

    Families and loved ones gathered on the jetty at HM Naval Base Devonport to welcome the Type 23 frigate home. The refit included the replacing…

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

  • SSAFA celebrates 125 years at Big Brew Up

    …Military bases across the UK are celebrating the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) Forces Help 125th anniversary this week by taking part in this year's annual Big Brew Up.…

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

  • Minister for Africa discusses future of Sudan with Archbishop of Southern Sudan and Archbishop of Canterbury

    Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham today met the Archbishop of Southern Sudan, the Most Revd Daniel Deng and the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd and Right Honourable Dr Rowan Williams for talks on Sudan and next ye…

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

  • Tonga to become the 48th country to contribute to the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.

    …Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne met Commander of Tonga Defence Services Brigadier Uta'atu, who was visiting the UK to sign a UK/Tongan Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).…

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

  • Oil and Gas UK Decommissioning Conference

    Michael Moore MP, Secretary of State for Scotland, discusses decommissioning and the globally renowned reputation of our oil and gas industry.

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