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  • Serving soldiers in GB Paralympics team

    Three serving soldiers will be among those competing in the Paralympic Games which commence in London today.

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

  • UK forces back animal welfare drive in Lashkar Gah

    British soldiers from the King's Royal Hussars have been championing an Afghan Government programme aimed at improving animal welfare in Lashkar Gah.

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

  • Ghana: Britain to help reach final stages of poverty reduction

    Britain will help Ghana to prepare for a future without aid and ensure that the poorest benefit from the country’s record growth.

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

  • Myth bust: The Telegraph suggests people won’t be safe when walking dogs at night during any pilot badger culls.

    The public's safety is vital and anyone taking part in the cull must consider the safety of their operations at all times.

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

  • Getting ready for the Paralympics

    The Paralympic Games present a unique operational challenge, and as soon as the Olympic Games finished LOCOG, the Government, the Mayor of London and the transport and security services all began working to get the country r…

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

  • Clamp down on illegal encampments

    Communities Secretary Eric Pickles has called on councils to clamp down on illegal encampments and to stop unauthorised traveller sites being…

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

  • Afghanistan-bound reservist looks forward to first deployment

    After volunteering for every tour since her promotion in 2009, Chartered Accountant Val O'Regan will be one of the 6,500 Service personnel deploying to Helmand with 4th Mechanized Brigade in October. Shell Daruwala repor…

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

  • HMS Bulwark prepares for Paralympics security role

    After her involvement in the London 2012 Olympics, the crew of HMS Bulwark is preparing to serve as the hub for the security effort surrounding the Paralympic sailing events.

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

  • £2.9m to create 1,100 new jobs in the South West announced on rural roadshow

    Devon and Somerset is one of five regions to benefit from a Rural Growth Network.

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

  • Close protection personnel undergo intense training

    …The Royal Military Police's Close Protection Unit guards ministers, senior military officials and diplomatic staff on global deployments, so thorough training for new recruits is vital.…

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

  • 115/2012 - The Black Rats prepare for Afghan challenge as Minister confirms new protective vehicles

    Military personnel from 4th Mechanized Brigade today showcased their capability as they prepare to deploy to Afghanistan. The Brigade will deploy on Operation HERRICK 17 in October for a six-month tour as the lead formation …

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

  • Army's Foxhound fleet to grow

    The Ministry of Defence has announced plans to procure 25 extra Foxhound vehicles to add to the Army's existing fleet.

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

  • PM thanks Olympic volunteers, army and police

    David Cameron praises 70,000 volunteers working at London 2012

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

  • Foreign Office comments on tragic events at Marikana mine in South Africa

    "Our condolences to the friends and family of all those who have died or been affected."

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

  • British Army Reserves advise Afghan Police

    Two British Army reservists, both UK law enforcement officers in civilian life, have been helping to improve policing standards in southern Afghanistan. Report by Richard Long.

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

  • Afghan police engage with youngsters in Helmand

    The first Afghan Police community engagement event for youngsters and their families has attracted more than 200 children in an area once considered a stronghold of the insurgency in Helmand province, Afghanistan.

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

  • Prevention is best cure for homelessness

    Government commits to early help for those at risk of losing their home A new report today sets out a cross-Government approach to ensuring…

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

  • HMS Echo returns from 19-month deployment

    Royal Navy survey ship HMS Echo has returned to her home port of Plymouth after a marathon 19-month deployment.

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

  • Couple jailed for cocaine smuggling

    A couple have been jailed after Border Force officers seized cocaine with an estimated street value of £500,000.

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

  • Police and crime commissioners to swear an oath of impartiality

    …Police and crime commissioners (PCC's) will be required to pledge an oath to represent 'all sections of the public without fear or favour'.…

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