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  • FCO encourages parties to focus on resumption of Middle East Peace Process negotiations

    UK urges parties to focus on resumption of negotiations and avoid steps that undermine efforts towards a negotiated two-state solution.

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

  • Councils combine for economic growth

    Nine councils propose to deliver greater economic growth through a new combined authority.

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

  • Government shifts cycling up a gear

    A nationwide drive to promote cycling in cities and national parks across England will be launched today.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns Iraq attacks

    Following yesterday’s attacks in Iraq, Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt called for leaders to work together for stability.

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

  • Water metering: response to an article in the Telegraph

    Reports that there will be ‘compulsory water meters for millions of householders’ are false

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

  • UK tech and education come full circle during US tour

    UK tech company and charity Raspberry Pi is travelling the country to promote an innovative $25 miniature computer.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns Israeli settlement announcement

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt condemns Israeli settlement announcement and calls for focus on negotiations.

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

  • Researchers get £124m funding to tackle major health challenges

    Health researchers from across the country have been given £124m from the Government to tackle the nation’s most pressing health problems.

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

  • Foreign Secretary William Hague announces visit to Sweden

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague will visit Sweden on 28-29 August, at the invitation of Sweden’s Foreign Minister Bildt.

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

  • Reappointment of Chief Executive for the Arts and Humanities Research Council

    Professor Rick Rylance reappointmented as Chief Executive and Deputy Chair of the Arts and Humanities Research Council

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

  • Sign-up for UKTI France's cosmetics and personal care initiative

    UKTI France is looking for UK expertise and innovation across the cosmetics manufacturing supply chain.

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

  • Press briefing: morning 5 August 2013

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson answered questions on Gibraltar, childcare vouchers, zero hours contracts, shale gas and immigration.

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

  • Businesses to benefit from better enforcement of fire safety regulation

    Government welcomes commitment from the Chief Fire Officers Association to improve how fire safety regulations are enforced.

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

  • Forensic Science Regulator newsletter: number 21

    Forensic Science Regulator newsletters cover issues of interest and relevance to forensic science practitioners.

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  • Hugo Swire marks anniversary of protests in Burma

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire marks the 25th anniversary of protests in Burma and remembers those who struggled for greater democracy.

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

  • UK Trade & Investment in ExpoHospital-Chile 2013

    Over 120 people visited the UKTI's stand, and in the following weeks our team will hold meetings with potential distributors in Chile.

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

  • Response to The Independent newspaper regarding government green policy

    Edward Davey's letter to The Independent newspaper rebutting claims made in their article published 6 August 2013.

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

  • Foreign Secretary calls Spanish Foreign Minister Garcia-Margallo

    William Hague and Spanish Foreign Minister confirm commitment to finding a diplomatic solution to the dispute at the Spain/Gibraltar border.

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

  • Certainty for investors as contract terms published

    A detailed draft of the contract that Government will offer investors in low-carbon energy generation is published today.

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

  • UK concerned about Israeli settlements, supports peace process

    The FCO Director General for Political Affairs, Simon Gass reiterated the UK’s strong support for US efforts on the Middle East Peace Process.

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