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  • Foreign Secretary deeply concerned by violence on Israel's borders

    Foreign Secretary William Hague called on all parties to exercise restraint after violence broke out on Israel's borders as Palestinians mark Nakba Day.

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

  • Foreign Secretary's reaction to International Criminal Court arrest warrants

    The Foreign Secretary welcomes announcement that Prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo will apply for arrest warrants for Colonel Muammar Qadhafi, Saif al Islam al Qadhafi and Abdullah Senussi.

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

  • Foreign Office supports International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne records message of support for International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO) on 17 May.

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

  • Minister for Latin America visiting Uruguay 20-21 May

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne will meet Government officials and key business people to strenghten ties between UK and Uruguay.

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

  • UK Parliament debates Middle East and North Africa

    Foreign Secretary William Hague took part in a debate on the Middle East and North Africa in the House of Commons on Monday afternoon.

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

  • Canterbury celebrates soldiers' return from Afghanistan

    The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (5 SCOTS), received a jubilant reception as they marched through Canterbury last week, having recently returned from Afghanistan.

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

  • Armed Forces Covenant published for first time

    The Government has published the tri-Service Armed Forces Covenant for the first time today and announced that, with an amendment to the Armed Forces Bill, its principles will be enshrined in law.

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

  • Soldier presents cup at FA final

    A British soldier presented the FA Cup to winners Manchester City after Saturday's final, having being selected as the FA's guest of honour for his inspirational leadership and selfless bravery in Afghanistan.

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

  • Radical reforms for parental leave and flexible working proposed

    Current regulations are too rigid, reflect outdated notions of parenting and family responsibilities and restrict employers. Ministers want …

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

  • 'Connect and Manage' enduring grid access regime report: Charles Hendry's response to Lord Mogg

    Charles Hendry’s response to Lord Mogg on the ‘Connect and Manage’ enduring grid access regime report, 18 April 2011

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  • Big Lottery Fund Chair and England Committee Chair appointed

    Francis Maude has announced that Peter Ainsworth will be the UK Chair of the Big Lottery Fund and Nat Sloane the England Committee Chair.

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

  • Minister tours state-of-the-art development studio

    Creative Industries Minister Ed Vaizey has visited the newly-expanded home of one of the UK’s oldest games studios.

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

  • Last chance to name part of London

    Entry deadline approaching in the Your Park, Your Place competition.

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

  • UK Music publishes study into economic contribution of live music

    Research shows music tourists contribute at least £864 million a year to the UK economy.

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

  • Olympic star joins Minister to make a Big Splash

    Swimming heroes recognised.

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

  • Home Secretary's speech on the launch of the modern workplaces consultation

    This speech was given by Theresa May on 16 May 2011. This version is as written, not as spoken.

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

  • Home Secretary's speech on the launch of UN Women

    This speech was given by Theresa May to the Royal Society of Arts on 16 May 2011. This version is as written, not as delivered.

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

  • Global Poverty Action Fund - Innovation Window now open

    The second funding round for the Global Poverty Action Fund Innovation Window is now open. The deadline for applications is 23 June 2011.

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

  • UK stops 'vultures' profiting from poor country debt

    The British Government took action today to prevent creditors from exploiting the poorest countries in the world through the UK courts.

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

  • Radical reforms for parental leave and flexible working proposed

    Theresa May, the Home Secretary and minister for women and equalities, today backed a consultation on modernising Britain's workplace laws.

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